“I’m on a rollercoaster and it’s hard to type while on a rollercoaster. I’m certain most people can’t.”
I’m still here.
It’s been a while I know. Too long admittedly. But I’m on a rollercoaster and it’s hard to type while on a rollercoaster. I’m certain most people can’t. Whilst it is still possible, the firm grip required and extensive g-forces, means constant correcting of typo’s that auto-correct can’t correct. It’s frustrating as hell. But I love a challenge and moving at pace.
Anyway, let’s talk about Tokei. A short film written and directed by me. Xajji. The thing I’ve gone from loving, to hating and doubting my ability to finish, to being proud of again. Yes, a rollercoaster.
I'm very pleased to say that this thing is pretty close to the end of production - editing is being done, and the final shoot dates are locked into January’s diary. It’s taken a lot longer than we hoped, this is mainly due to a lack of funding and growing pains, but also because this film is a lot better than we imagined. So, I’ll take it.
There’s still post-production ahead, which offers its own challenges, but we go into that with confidence. I've inherited such an incredible team of friends. Professionals, familial and caring in their efforts. The chemistry we have cultivated has carried its way into a project that looks set to overachieve if kept up. Their names and faces are important and will be plastered everywhere once we’re finally wrapped.
The time it has taken to get this far has often felt excessive, and that’s mostly due to unsettlingly necessary action. Like asking for money and relying on other people to make impactful decisions for my film. I was so used to creating alone. I laugh now because it doesn’t feel like my film anymore at all. It’s ours, and I hope the crew feels the same way. It’s been so humbling to have so many people keen to be involved and take ownership. All that extra time rewarded the film and I with opportunity for further learning.
The perfectionist in me is still making chunky changes and improvements wherever possible. The project is so densely packed with ideas, concepts, debate, and self-reflection. It’s been difficult figuring out how to articulate so many messages and intentions as a coherent and digestible visual experience.
I've always felt the need to explain everything, and I understand that it can be dismissive of your need to create your own connections. While it is my baby, I trust that our community is an engaged and intelligent one, and will recognise our efforts.
We have ambitious plans for our screening, which we hope will happen in late spring. Having all contributors and supporters in one room to celebrate 18-month could actually get a tear out of me. I doubt it, but keep your phones out just in case. Either way, you’ll be first to know. So, take this as a pre-invite and keep your eyes open for our future messages.
It’s been 17-months since we started shooting. And just a few more left before we let it loose.
The selected images show a small part of a big journey as we sprint towards the finish line. Please enjoy the photography taken by the talented Yuki Miyazaki, Ristyle Shoots and Shyam Patel.
Happy New Year!
It’s been a while I know. Too long admittedly. But I’m on a rollercoaster and it’s hard to type while on a rollercoaster. I’m certain most people can’t. Whilst it is still possible, the firm grip required and extensive g-forces, means constant correcting of typo’s that auto-correct can’t correct. It’s frustrating as hell. But I love a challenge and moving at pace.
Anyway, let’s talk about Tokei. A short film written and directed by me. Xajji. The thing I’ve gone from loving, to hating and doubting my ability to finish, to being proud of again. Yes, a rollercoaster.
I'm very pleased to say that this thing is pretty close to the end of production - editing is being done, and the final shoot dates are locked into January’s diary. It’s taken a lot longer than we hoped, this is mainly due to a lack of funding and growing pains, but also because this film is a lot better than we imagined. So, I’ll take it.
There’s still post-production ahead, which offers its own challenges, but we go into that with confidence. I've inherited such an incredible team of friends. Professionals, familial and caring in their efforts. The chemistry we have cultivated has carried its way into a project that looks set to overachieve if kept up. Their names and faces are important and will be plastered everywhere once we’re finally wrapped.
The time it has taken to get this far has often felt excessive, and that’s mostly due to unsettlingly necessary action. Like asking for money and relying on other people to make impactful decisions for my film. I was so used to creating alone. I laugh now because it doesn’t feel like my film anymore at all. It’s ours, and I hope the crew feels the same way. It’s been so humbling to have so many people keen to be involved and take ownership. All that extra time rewarded the film and I with opportunity for further learning.
The perfectionist in me is still making chunky changes and improvements wherever possible. The project is so densely packed with ideas, concepts, debate, and self-reflection. It’s been difficult figuring out how to articulate so many messages and intentions as a coherent and digestible visual experience.
I've always felt the need to explain everything, and I understand that it can be dismissive of your need to create your own connections. While it is my baby, I trust that our community is an engaged and intelligent one, and will recognise our efforts.
We have ambitious plans for our screening, which we hope will happen in late spring. Having all contributors and supporters in one room to celebrate 18-month could actually get a tear out of me. I doubt it, but keep your phones out just in case. Either way, you’ll be first to know. So, take this as a pre-invite and keep your eyes open for our future messages.
It’s been 17-months since we started shooting. And just a few more left before we let it loose.
The selected images show a small part of a big journey as we sprint towards the finish line. Please enjoy the photography taken by the talented Yuki Miyazaki, Ristyle Shoots and Shyam Patel.
Happy New Year!