Support Our Short Film "Another Life" (Working Title)

Hello!

My name is Micah Flamm, and I’m a filmmaker based in California. Fresh off producing a slate of narrative and commercial projects, I’m now producing a film that explores stagnation, survival, and self-reinvention.

THE STORY

Another Life is a grounded character study about a man who retreats from his chaotic life to live on a rundown sailboat. While trying to fix the boat, he’s forced to confront the internal disorder he can’t outrun. Surrounded by other flawed and eccentric characters at the marina, he’s drawn into a rough, unexpected community that challenges him in ways he didn’t expect.

This is a story about inertia and resilience — the quiet, often uncomfortable process of figuring out what’s next when you’ve hit a wall. It doesn’t offer easy answers, but it does examine what happens when someone decides to stay put and deal with the mess instead of running from it.

WHY THIS FILM?

In an industry saturated with escapism, "Another Life" focuses on something more honest — staying grounded, working through discomfort, and rebuilding something from scratch. This is not a redemption arc tied in a bow. It’s about slow change, manual labor, and confronting yourself without the filters.

Told with realism and dark humor, this film is for anyone who’s ever felt the need to disengage from the status quo.

VISUAL STRATEGY

The look of the film mirrors the protagonist’s state of mind. When life is stalled, the visuals are static, muted, and raw. As things begin to shift, the lens becomes more mobile, the palette gradually warms, and the world becomes more dynamic.

Shot with natural lighting, the cinematography embraces imperfection — shadows, smudges, and clutter — reflecting the physical and psychological grit of life on a barely-floating sailboat.

INFLUENCES

This project takes cues from character-driven films that live in the quiet tension of human experience.

PRODUCTION TEAM

We’re a lean, efficient team of collaborators experienced in the independent film world.

Micah Flamm – Producer/ Writer

Sebastian John – Director/Writer

Cinematographer – Announcing soon

Casting – Announcing soon (Eric Roberts Attached - The Dark Knight, Babylon, Runaway Train)

BRING THIS VISION TO LIFE

The project is already partially funded through personal investment. We’re seeking additional financing to finish production at a high level while paying a skilled cast and crew fairly.

We’re keeping our budget tight and transparent, with every dollar going directly toward the screen.

BUDGET BREAKDOWN

Talent - 25%

The Crew - 15%

Equipment (camera, lights, sound, and more) - 10%

Craft Services - 6%

Production Design - 20%

Post-Production - 10%

Legal (insurance, permits, and more) - 14%

HOW TO SUPPORT

Donate — Any amount helps and goes directly toward production

Share the campaign — Social visibility helps us find the right audience

Engage — Likes, comments, and reposts amplify the reach

Volunteer on set — DM us if you want to help as a PA or extra

BACKER REWARDS

$1 – Name in credits

$500 – Associate Producer (shared), access to set

$750 – Associate Producer (shared, name & company), access to set

$1500 – Executive Producer (shared, name & company), access to set

$2500 – Executive Producer (solo, name & company), set access + screening rights

$5000 – Executive Producer (solo), set access + screening rights + AP credit on future projects

THANK YOU

If you’re interested in supporting a film that’s grounded, character-driven, and features a lot of sailing — we’d love to have you on board. Thank you for helping us bring "Another Life" to the screen.