The Stream
Atlanta, Georgia | Film Short
Drama, Family
"The Stream" is a film that delves into themes of the American Dream, the financial anxiety of the middle class, the inevitable changes of a family brought about by time, and the love and friction between a father and son.
The Stream
Atlanta, Georgia | Film Short
Drama, Family
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This campaign raised $27,500 for production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.
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"The Stream" is a film that delves into themes of the American Dream, the financial anxiety of the middle class, the inevitable changes of a family brought about by time, and the love and friction between a father and son.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Stream has three weeks left in our campaign and we’re GOING for more —
We can’t tell you how moving it has been to see this campaign soar in its initial weeks, reaching our goal of $20,000 IN ONLY 11 DAYS!
But 20,000 was the absolute minimum needed to make this film come to life. And with your help, we can ACHIEVE MORE THAN WE EVER DREAMED OF.
WE’RE SETTING OUR SIGHTS ON $25,000.
Along the way, we’ve highlighted clear goals as to where that money will go.
If we raise $21,000 we will be able to afford POST COLOR.
If we raise $22,000 we will be able to afford POST SOUND.
If we raise $23,000 we will be able to afford EQUITABLE COMPENSATION TO CAST AND CREW.
If we raise $24,000 we will be able to afford a PERIOD PICTURE CAR.
If we raise $25,000 we will be able to afford FILM FESTIVAL DISTRIBUTION FUNDS.
The Stream is reaching for the sky! Help us take The Stream above and beyond its initial goal!!
"The Stream" is a film about being the child of an immigrant and being the parent of an American born child. The journey of a father and son, confronting the loss of a home, and with it, the realization of a relationship damaged by time.
A first-generation American son. A sensitive soul and an amateur artist -- torn between an unconditional love of family and a misguided resentment for his father's faults.
A pure salesman at heart, hardworking and self-assertive -- unafraid of new ideas. Driven by a pure need to fulfill the role of father and provider.
After Misha stumbles into a financial catastrophe he asks David to join him on a trip to show their family lake house to some potential buyers.
David reluctantly agrees...
What follows is the journey of a father and son on the road, bound towards selling a home they love. Trapped with one another they must confront their opposing views of America and ultimately their views of each other.
The Stream was born from a deep curiosity about the relationship between my immigrant Russian father and myself.
Throughout most of my childhood, my family owned a lake house. Owning this house was one of the prouder moments of our family’s life. But a few years ago we fell into a deep financial crisis and had no choice but to part ways with it.
After passing this house again for the first time in a few years, the feelings and memories of selling it came flooding back. And out of that was born The Stream.
If you know me and my father, you know that we love each other -- but it's not that simple!
An obsession with success. Generational divide. Growing up. The loss of a home. That weird moment when you look at your parents and you realize that they can make mistakes — which means you can too. Exploring loss and grief and joy on the road. And of course, the American dream — or its failures. This is what we hope to explore in The Stream.
In the months I spent writing this story, the conversations I had with friends, family, and most importantly -- those who share this identity have only made it more clear to me that this is a story that needs to be told.
I'm telling this story to show that this part of myself, of my family, of so many others like me and my father, is a story worth telling ---
AND WORTH FUNDING!
That’s right! YOU, yes you, can bring The Stream film to life!
There are two ways you can help.
1. Make a financial contribution to our campaign right here on this page! Just click MAKE A PLEDGE and enter an amount. A contribution of any size, big or small is incredibly HELPFUL to us.
In exchange for your pledge, you can receive some super sweet, one-of-a-kind, Stream Film REWARDS. For more info, check out our detailed incentive list plus a brief budget breakdown below!
2. If you can’t pledge that’s okay! Then tell everyone you know about this film! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. LIKE, SAVE, and SHARE our posts with your friends, family, and colleagues. Sharing this campaign is huge! Get on your social channels and SPREAD THE WORD!
Sam Dubin is an actor, writer, and filmmaker from Atlanta, Georgia, and a proud University of Michigan Acting alum. He also got a minor in creative writing! The Stream is his directorial debut, but he's been acting all his life in many different plays and films, some of which include Angels in America, Grapes of Wrath, and Proud to Present... plus a handful of student films! He's also had the opportunity to study at the Atlantic Theatre Company and the Moscow Art Theatre! He is so, so excited to bring this film to you!!
Ivan is a graduate of Sergey Melkonyan Drama Academy of Acting and Drama and a student of the Shchukinsky Institute in Moscow, Russia. Ivan worked in Moscow with many professional theatres, such as Vakhtangov Theatre, Roman Theater, Theatre on Taganka, Ruben Simonov’s Theatre, and has starred in many films and commercials. Here in Atlanta, Ivan performed in some Metropolis Theater productions directed by Prodan Dimov, including "The Bear." "Proposal", "The Harmfulness of Tobacco” and “Same Time Next Year”. Today, Ivan is an artistic director at Solo Theatre, a bilingual (Russian/English) kids theatre in the Atlanta area.
Lauren is an independent film, TV, and broadcast news producer, University of Michigan Alum, and speaker in a rather heavy Michigan accent (or so she's been told). She is a versatile creator, having done work ranging from non-profit broadcast journalism in Detroit, social media marketing at a 150-year hotel, and script development at an Oscar-winning production company. Her notable projects include the narrative drama short "Inhuman", the narrative comedy short "Weiner Police", the documentary TV series "One Detroit", and the VR docu-series "Lenovo: New Realities". She is currently working as a Producer for a TV show with the Michigan Learning Channel and is building her career upon the foundational belief that media's accessible nature allows it to impart meaningful impact and positive social change.
Joshua is a cinematographer born and raised in Los Angeles, California, currently living in Atlanta, GA. He's a University of Michigan grad with a Political Science major and History of Art minor. He's worked on multiple independent narrative productions, music videos, and screen-dance projects as a Cinematographer, Director, and Editor, such as the narrative drama short, “Inhuman,” the narrative comedy short “Weiner Police,” Johanna Kepler’s dance film, “Through the Eyes of My People", music videos for rock project Magic Toaster, and various music and dance artists such as MEBO, Sophie Allen, Oren Levin, and Miri Elle. In addition, Joshua has crewed various television productions such as "Ozark" and "Here and Now."
Maggie is a director born and raised in Central Illinois and now based in New York City. She loves the outdoors, backpacking, walking, and hammocking with a good book! She loves her family, friends, and is a sucker for good old-fashioned quality time with her loved ones. She loves to help her friends make their passion projects happen and sit and daydream about her own. Maggie is best known for her directing work, like her productions of "Incognito" by Nick Payne, "Building the Wall" by Robert Schenkken, and "The Theory of Relativity" by Neil Bartrum and Brian Hill.
Sophie is a recent University of Michigan graduate, where she studied film and the environment. She currently resides in Briarcliff, New York, with her family and her two very cute dogs. She enjoys analyzing popular media and thinks it's good to critique the things we love, which for her includes everything Marvel, Disney animation, and sitcoms. She is best known for her recent work writing and directing her short film "What If?" and her work as a coordinator and first assistant director on projects such as the comedy short film, "Weiner Police."
Michelle is from Atlanta, Georgia, and is a self-proclaimed social media nerd, Georgia College & State University Alum (go bobcats), dog mom, brunch enthusiast, self-help junkie, sister, and daughter!
Inspired by nature, the road, and meaningful human-driven stories, Sam and his DP Joshua Knoller are looking at many different films to create a striking visual look for The Stream, some of which include:
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We are planning to film in and around the Atlanta area in July. We take this ongoing pandemic very seriously and the safety of our cast and crew is of the utmost importance to us. Although most of our team have already received full vaccinations, we are still adhering to COVID-19 filming procedures to ensure the safety of all those on set.
If you've made it this far...wow.
мы тебя любим! (WE LOVE YOU!)
Thank you for taking the time to make it through this page. We would love for you to be a part of bringing this film to life and we hope you can support us!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Equipment!
Costs $8,000
With this money, you can help us secure high-level quality camera gear rentals! (+ other equipment!)
Paying Cast and Crew!
Costs $5,600
With this money, you can help support our cast and crew with compensation for their wonderful work!
Food and Catering!
Costs $1,000
With this money, you can help us feed the cast and crew working on this production! Snackies!
Transportation!
Costs $1,280
This money will help provide adequate transportation for actors and crew, to and from locations!
Insurance!
Costs $1,200
This money will help towards the cost of insurance to cover our gear + various production costs!
Props and Art!
Costs $1,320
This money will help us create and find period accurate props and design elements for our story!
Locations!
Costs $1,600
This money will help us secure the most perfect locations!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Sam Dubin is an actor, writer, and filmmaker from Atlanta, Georgia, and a proud graduate of The University of Michigan's BFA Acting Program. He also got a minor in creative writing! The Stream is his directorial debut, but he's been acting all his life in many different plays and films, some of which include Angels in America, Grapes of Wrath, and Proud to Present..., plus a handful of student films. He's also had the opportunity to study at the Atlantic Theatre Company and the Moscow Art Theatre! He is so, so excited to bring this film to you!!
Lauren is an independent film, TV, and broadcast news producer, University of Michigan Alum, and speaker in a rather heavy Michigan accent (or so she's been told). She is a versatile creator, having done work ranging from non-profit broadcast journalism in Detroit, social media marketing at a 150-year hotel, and script development at an Oscar-winning production company. Her notable projects include the narrative drama short "Inhuman", the narrative comedy short "Weiner Police", the documentary TV series "One Detroit", and the VR docu-series "Lenovo: New Realities". She is currently working as a Producer for a TV show with the Michigan Learning Channel and is building her career upon the foundational belief that media's accessible nature allows it to impart meaningful impact and positive social change.
Joshua is a cinematographer born and raised in Los Angeles, California, currently living and operating out of Atlanta, GA. He graduated from the University of Michigan majoring in Political Science with a minor in the History of Art. He has worked on multiple independent narrative productions, music videos, and screen-dance projects as a Cinematographer, Director, and Editor, such as the narrative drama short, “Inhuman,” the narrative comedy short “Weiner Police,” Johanna Kepler’s dance film, “Through the Eyes of My People", music videos for rock project Magic Toaster, and various music and dance artists such as MEBO, Sophie Allen, Oren Levin, and Miri Elle. In addition, Joshua has crewed various television productions such as "Ozark" and "Here and Now." He is very excited to be a part of this fantastic Stream team and thrilled to help bring this film to life from behind the camera!
Maggie is a director born and raised in Central Illinois and now based in New York City. She loves the outdoors, backpacking, walking, hammocking with a good book, or biking with some good tunes. She loves her family, she loves my friends, and she's a sucker for good old-fashioned quality time with her loved ones. She loves to help her friends make their passion projects happen, and she loves to sit and daydream about her own. Maggie is best known for her directing work, like her productions of "Incognito" by Nick Payne, "Building the Wall" by Robert Schenkken, and "The Theory of Relativity" by Neil Bartrum and Brian Hill.
Sophie is a recent University of Michigan graduate, where she studied film and the environment. She currently resides in Briarcliff, New York, with her family and her two very cute dogs. She enjoys analyzing popular media and thinks it's good to critique the things we love, which for her includes everything Marvel, Disney animation, and sitcoms. She is best known for her recent work writing and directing her short film "What If?" and her work as a coordinator and first assistant director on projects such as the comedy short film, "Weiner Police."
Michelle is from Atlanta, Georgia, and is a self-proclaimed social media nerd, Georgia College & State University Alum (go bobcats), dog mom, brunch enthusiast, self-help junkie, sister, and daughter!
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Stream has three weeks left in our campaign and we’re GOING for more —
We can’t tell you how moving it has been to see this campaign soar in its initial weeks, reaching our goal of $20,000 IN ONLY 11 DAYS!
But 20,000 was the absolute minimum needed to make this film come to life. And with your help, we can ACHIEVE MORE THAN WE EVER DREAMED OF.
WE’RE SETTING OUR SIGHTS ON $25,000.
Along the way, we’ve highlighted clear goals as to where that money will go.
If we raise $21,000 we will be able to afford POST COLOR.
If we raise $22,000 we will be able to afford POST SOUND.
If we raise $23,000 we will be able to afford EQUITABLE COMPENSATION TO CAST AND CREW.
If we raise $24,000 we will be able to afford a PERIOD PICTURE CAR.
If we raise $25,000 we will be able to afford FILM FESTIVAL DISTRIBUTION FUNDS.
The Stream is reaching for the sky! Help us take The Stream above and beyond its initial goal!!
"The Stream" is a film about being the child of an immigrant and being the parent of an American born child. The journey of a father and son, confronting the loss of a home, and with it, the realization of a relationship damaged by time.
A first-generation American son. A sensitive soul and an amateur artist -- torn between an unconditional love of family and a misguided resentment for his father's faults.
A pure salesman at heart, hardworking and self-assertive -- unafraid of new ideas. Driven by a pure need to fulfill the role of father and provider.
After Misha stumbles into a financial catastrophe he asks David to join him on a trip to show their family lake house to some potential buyers.
David reluctantly agrees...
What follows is the journey of a father and son on the road, bound towards selling a home they love. Trapped with one another they must confront their opposing views of America and ultimately their views of each other.
The Stream was born from a deep curiosity about the relationship between my immigrant Russian father and myself.
Throughout most of my childhood, my family owned a lake house. Owning this house was one of the prouder moments of our family’s life. But a few years ago we fell into a deep financial crisis and had no choice but to part ways with it.
After passing this house again for the first time in a few years, the feelings and memories of selling it came flooding back. And out of that was born The Stream.
If you know me and my father, you know that we love each other -- but it's not that simple!
An obsession with success. Generational divide. Growing up. The loss of a home. That weird moment when you look at your parents and you realize that they can make mistakes — which means you can too. Exploring loss and grief and joy on the road. And of course, the American dream — or its failures. This is what we hope to explore in The Stream.
In the months I spent writing this story, the conversations I had with friends, family, and most importantly -- those who share this identity have only made it more clear to me that this is a story that needs to be told.
I'm telling this story to show that this part of myself, of my family, of so many others like me and my father, is a story worth telling ---
AND WORTH FUNDING!
That’s right! YOU, yes you, can bring The Stream film to life!
There are two ways you can help.
1. Make a financial contribution to our campaign right here on this page! Just click MAKE A PLEDGE and enter an amount. A contribution of any size, big or small is incredibly HELPFUL to us.
In exchange for your pledge, you can receive some super sweet, one-of-a-kind, Stream Film REWARDS. For more info, check out our detailed incentive list plus a brief budget breakdown below!
2. If you can’t pledge that’s okay! Then tell everyone you know about this film! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. LIKE, SAVE, and SHARE our posts with your friends, family, and colleagues. Sharing this campaign is huge! Get on your social channels and SPREAD THE WORD!
Sam Dubin is an actor, writer, and filmmaker from Atlanta, Georgia, and a proud University of Michigan Acting alum. He also got a minor in creative writing! The Stream is his directorial debut, but he's been acting all his life in many different plays and films, some of which include Angels in America, Grapes of Wrath, and Proud to Present... plus a handful of student films! He's also had the opportunity to study at the Atlantic Theatre Company and the Moscow Art Theatre! He is so, so excited to bring this film to you!!
Ivan is a graduate of Sergey Melkonyan Drama Academy of Acting and Drama and a student of the Shchukinsky Institute in Moscow, Russia. Ivan worked in Moscow with many professional theatres, such as Vakhtangov Theatre, Roman Theater, Theatre on Taganka, Ruben Simonov’s Theatre, and has starred in many films and commercials. Here in Atlanta, Ivan performed in some Metropolis Theater productions directed by Prodan Dimov, including "The Bear." "Proposal", "The Harmfulness of Tobacco” and “Same Time Next Year”. Today, Ivan is an artistic director at Solo Theatre, a bilingual (Russian/English) kids theatre in the Atlanta area.
Lauren is an independent film, TV, and broadcast news producer, University of Michigan Alum, and speaker in a rather heavy Michigan accent (or so she's been told). She is a versatile creator, having done work ranging from non-profit broadcast journalism in Detroit, social media marketing at a 150-year hotel, and script development at an Oscar-winning production company. Her notable projects include the narrative drama short "Inhuman", the narrative comedy short "Weiner Police", the documentary TV series "One Detroit", and the VR docu-series "Lenovo: New Realities". She is currently working as a Producer for a TV show with the Michigan Learning Channel and is building her career upon the foundational belief that media's accessible nature allows it to impart meaningful impact and positive social change.
Joshua is a cinematographer born and raised in Los Angeles, California, currently living in Atlanta, GA. He's a University of Michigan grad with a Political Science major and History of Art minor. He's worked on multiple independent narrative productions, music videos, and screen-dance projects as a Cinematographer, Director, and Editor, such as the narrative drama short, “Inhuman,” the narrative comedy short “Weiner Police,” Johanna Kepler’s dance film, “Through the Eyes of My People", music videos for rock project Magic Toaster, and various music and dance artists such as MEBO, Sophie Allen, Oren Levin, and Miri Elle. In addition, Joshua has crewed various television productions such as "Ozark" and "Here and Now."
Maggie is a director born and raised in Central Illinois and now based in New York City. She loves the outdoors, backpacking, walking, and hammocking with a good book! She loves her family, friends, and is a sucker for good old-fashioned quality time with her loved ones. She loves to help her friends make their passion projects happen and sit and daydream about her own. Maggie is best known for her directing work, like her productions of "Incognito" by Nick Payne, "Building the Wall" by Robert Schenkken, and "The Theory of Relativity" by Neil Bartrum and Brian Hill.
Sophie is a recent University of Michigan graduate, where she studied film and the environment. She currently resides in Briarcliff, New York, with her family and her two very cute dogs. She enjoys analyzing popular media and thinks it's good to critique the things we love, which for her includes everything Marvel, Disney animation, and sitcoms. She is best known for her recent work writing and directing her short film "What If?" and her work as a coordinator and first assistant director on projects such as the comedy short film, "Weiner Police."
Michelle is from Atlanta, Georgia, and is a self-proclaimed social media nerd, Georgia College & State University Alum (go bobcats), dog mom, brunch enthusiast, self-help junkie, sister, and daughter!
Inspired by nature, the road, and meaningful human-driven stories, Sam and his DP Joshua Knoller are looking at many different films to create a striking visual look for The Stream, some of which include:
We are planning to film in and around the Atlanta area in July. We take this ongoing pandemic very seriously and the safety of our cast and crew is of the utmost importance to us. Although most of our team have already received full vaccinations, we are still adhering to COVID-19 filming procedures to ensure the safety of all those on set.
If you've made it this far...wow.
мы тебя любим! (WE LOVE YOU!)
Thank you for taking the time to make it through this page. We would love for you to be a part of bringing this film to life and we hope you can support us!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Equipment!
Costs $8,000
With this money, you can help us secure high-level quality camera gear rentals! (+ other equipment!)
Paying Cast and Crew!
Costs $5,600
With this money, you can help support our cast and crew with compensation for their wonderful work!
Food and Catering!
Costs $1,000
With this money, you can help us feed the cast and crew working on this production! Snackies!
Transportation!
Costs $1,280
This money will help provide adequate transportation for actors and crew, to and from locations!
Insurance!
Costs $1,200
This money will help towards the cost of insurance to cover our gear + various production costs!
Props and Art!
Costs $1,320
This money will help us create and find period accurate props and design elements for our story!
Locations!
Costs $1,600
This money will help us secure the most perfect locations!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!