For #filmmakerfriday, we’re featuring Alex Knapp and Max Gardner of A+M Creative, and a new short they worked on called THROUGH THE STARS, directed by Ariel Danziger.
The short is screening on DUST, which presents thought-provoking science fiction stories, exploring the future of humanity through the lens of science and technology.
SYNOPSIS
Under the cover of darkness, a teenage girl attempts to escape her tormented reality, determined to find her missing father with the help of her best friend and a mysterious device.
A+M Creative connected with Executive Producers Ryan Marth and Lisa Carr via director of photography, Waleed Sokkar and director Ariel Danzinger, who they had worked with in 2021.
The project was originally set to film in Tacoma, WA but A+M Creative suggested filming in Columbia County where they are based and where they have produced a lot of work throughout the years, including the feature film GO/DON’T GO. After seeing the value of the locations and the resources available in the Hudson Valley, Marth and Carr agreed to move the project.
On-the-ground production was based in and around Hudson. A+M Creative reached out to their local network , which is predominantly based in the surrounding counties. They also taped into some great resources for gear and production support, especially Jon Sharaf who provided the Arri LF cameras, G&E equipment and the primary location.
As for actors, the supporting cast was locally sourced through Hudson Valley Casting. The primary actors came from the West Coast.
Additionally, Ghent-based Exec Producer Tom Essig of SSYY Productions acted and provided some additional financial support. Essig was the primary executive producer of GO/DON’T GO.
Connect with the Filmmakers @ THROUGH THE STARS
To view more local films, visit www.hudsonvalleyfilmcommission.org/streamfest