the South Side Project

Atlanta, Georgia | Film Short

Documentary, History

the South Side Project

1 Campaigns | Georgia, United States

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This campaign raised $8,498 for production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.

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The South's old school car community influences cultures from the east to west coast. This is an opportunity to bring awareness to historical influences, multicultural backgrounds, inner personal stories, environmental developments over time, and The South's landscapes.

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Mission Statement

Atlanta, Georgia is known for its rich history, art, music, culture, and monumental landscapes. the South Side Project is a film highlighting the influences of what makes The South the culture bearers of the old school car scene; capturing a community continuously evolving and their unheard stories.

The Story

We are Abi and Agasha, born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. This idea has come from our past creative projects having separately documented different realms of our hometown. Abi's passion for capturing and archiving the old school car scene began in 2020 when she took a candid photo of an owner of an old school car when she first moved to South Atlanta. She appreciated the time capsule-like element of the vehicle and the owner's dedication to it. Since then, when she sees an old school car around the city she photographs and archives the photos, often creating collages and videos with the material. Agasha is now based in Brooklyn, New York and creates works that reflects the communities that inspire her and connect with her foundation growing up in Atlanta. We decided to combine our unique talents to create the South Side Project.


the South Side Project will dive into the layered culture of the old school car scene within the zones of Atlanta, Georgia, our home town. This film will investigate the nuances and beauty of owning an old school car and being apart of a community of collectors. This film will explore old school car collectors connecting from the east to the west coast, the heirlooms passed down from generation to generation, the enthusiasts and admirers, the process of building a car from inside out and maintaining it's functionality, style and other elements that don't immediately meet the eye. We are exploring the day to day lives of old school car owners and contributors to the old school car community through interviews, styled portraiture and organic moments with them. They will capture the ebs and flows of what it means to be an owner of an old school school vehicle, taking a deeper dive into the book instead of judging it by its cover and exploring what doesn't meet the eye.


We are aiming to begin a week long production during the tail end of the old school car show season in September and plan to follow car owners and other contributors to the scene as they gear up for following show season. The money raised will go to compensating the crew and cast involved for their time, travel and accommodations during production. We will also shoot on film and will use the money to cover the cost of the film and to develop. After the week of production we will continue to follow up with our cast on a smaller scale capturing their updates as we edit the initial intake of footage. We will continuously update our supporters and the community as this project continues to grow and evolve.


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Wishlist

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Gas Money

Costs $800

We will be giving a $50 allotment for gas for every old school car owner we interview. Our crew also needs gas money!

Crafty

Costs $500

This will cover refreshments and snacks for the duration of filming for our crew and talent.

Meals

Costs $500

This will cover meals for crew members.

Flights

Costs $1,000

This will cover round trip flights for our out of state crew members!

Accommodations

Costs $1,500

This will provide a safe space of community and rest for the out of state crew members.

Crew Compensation

Costs $3,500

Daily compensation for each crew member.

Car Rental

Costs $500

Transportation for crew members.

Film/Developing costs

Costs $500

We will be incorporating different camera formats for our project which will include 35mm film, Kodak Ektachrome and Polaroids!

Talent Compensation

Costs $1,000

Compensation for talent we interview during filming.

Cushion

Costs $500

To ensure we can cover every cost and compensate everyone without worry.

Cash Pledge

Costs $0

About This Team

Abigail Zaria Tucker is a visual artist based in Atlanta, Georgia. Through her unique approach, Abigail masterfully melds acrylics, paper, and photo transfers, deftly navigating between addition and reduction to craft layered collages. Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of the southern landscape, Abigail's work serves as a poignant reflection of the cultural mosaic that surrounds her. Influenced by the dynamic interplay of traditions, urban geography, and music, her creations invite viewers to explore the depths of identity and belonging. With each piece, she invites audiences on a journey of discovery, offering glimpses into the vibrant world she inhabits.


Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Agasha Irving is a film editor and cinematographer currently based in Brooklyn, New York. Agasha works to highlight overlooked perspectives in her projects and to share with larger audiences in the way that only films can. Her focus on documentary and portrait photography gives her a patience and understanding of others. Like Abi, her work is a reflection of what surrounds, impacts and inspires her, showcasing slices of lives to those her stories reach.

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