GRIP - Student Film
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Grip is an experimental short film exploring gender, sexuality and identity as a young woman struggles to end an unhealthy relationship.
We are a creative and driven group of 3rd year Filmmaking students at The Northern Film School, Leeds. We are raising money for our graduation film Grip and we need your help to achieve our vision! Check out the video above to find out more about the film and about us!
Synopsis:
Grip is an experimental short film, centered on a young woman’s emotional journey. Cleo must get to grips with the reality of her relationship with Frank - a man who is 9 years older than her - before she can decide whether to end their relationship. Despite their unhealthy dynamics and his controlling tendencies, Cleo is conflicted by her warm memories with Frank and her fear of what might happen to him if she were to leave. But is this hold over her grounded in love, or is it Frank’s manipulation of his trusting, younger partner?
We see Cleo’s world, both external and internal, through scenes of reality, paralleled with experimental scenes that delve into her mind. The film will explore themes of gender, identity and sexuality through the lens of Cleo’s personal experiences. The audience will follow Cleo’s battle to regain her own autonomy and whether she will be able to free herself from Frank’s grip.
Meet the Crew:
Director - Lily Corke Butters
Hi I’m Lily, the writer and director of Grip. I love telling stories that explore gender, identity and sexuality. Working with the crew to achieve a unique and experimental quality to the film is what I am most excited for!
Producer - Tyler Robertson
My name is Tyler, I'm the Producer for Grip. It's exciting to work with a team of talented and passionate filmmakers. The film is a unique way of bringing a very compelling, emotional and relatable story to the screen.
1st Assistant Director - Agrippina Meshcheryakova
Hi! My name is Agrippina! I will be working as the first AD on Grip. I am most excited to work with the crew to make this unique and beautiful film. I love seeing how passionate everyone is about this project and I am proud to be a part of it!
Production Designer - Billie Corcoran-Dodds
Hey i'm Billie the production designer on Grip. I am most excited for the creative freedom we have on this experimental project as well as building the bathroom set for the climax of the film. We're the dream team and I can't wait to film!
Director Of Photography - Heather Mager
Hi, I'm Heather. I'm the Director of Photography for Grip and I'm excited about all the different aspects of this film. With reality and experimental scenes as well as photography, there's many different styles to play with. I can't wait to work this fantastic team to create something fantastic!
Sound Design - Reuben Elkins
Hi I’m Reuben, i’m the sound designer and music producer on Grip, I’m excited about working alongside such a talented team and the amount of freedom I have to create a soundscape just as compelling as the visuals.
Editor - Jordan Brown
Camera Operator - Grace Wright
Hi I’m Grace and will be Camera operating on Grip. What i’m most looking forward to is being able to work on a script which represents current topics such as feminism, sexuality, and conflict within relationships. I’m also looking forward to the experimental aspect of the film and using my strengths in camera work to create something really cool.
Gaffer/Lighting - Jack Foulkes
Hi I’m Jack, I’m the gaffer for Grip. I’m most excited to start seeing how I can really fuck about with lights during the experimental sequences of the film. I want to create something visually fitting for the torture the character experiences, as well as creating a striking contrast in the black and white reality.
Grip/Assistant - Adam Scollen
Hi I’m Adam I’m the Grip for grip, I know. I can’t wait to help make this film with numerous hand held shots gives lots of opportunities to portray this story.
Budget Breakdown Chart
Grip is an experimental short film exploring gender, sexuality and identity as a young woman struggles to end an unhealthy relationship.
We are a creative and driven group of 3rd year Filmmaking students at The Northern Film School, Leeds. We are raising money for our graduation film Grip and we need your help to achieve our vision! Check out the video above to find out more about the film and about us!
Synopsis:
Grip is an experimental short film, centered on a young woman’s emotional journey. Cleo must get to grips with the reality of her relationship with Frank - a man who is 9 years older than her - before she can decide whether to end their relationship. Despite their unhealthy dynamics and his controlling tendencies, Cleo is conflicted by her warm memories with Frank and her fear of what might happen to him if she were to leave. But is this hold over her grounded in love, or is it Frank’s manipulation of his trusting, younger partner?
We see Cleo’s world, both external and internal, through scenes of reality, paralleled with experimental scenes that delve into her mind. The film will explore themes of gender, identity and sexuality through the lens of Cleo’s personal experiences. The audience will follow Cleo’s battle to regain her own autonomy and whether she will be able to free herself from Frank’s grip.
Meet the Crew:
Director - Lily Corke Butters
Hi I’m Lily, the writer and director of Grip. I love telling stories that explore gender, identity and sexuality. Working with the crew to achieve a unique and experimental quality to the film is what I am most excited for!
Producer - Tyler Robertson
My name is Tyler, I'm the Producer for Grip. It's exciting to work with a team of talented and passionate filmmakers. The film is a unique way of bringing a very compelling, emotional and relatable story to the screen.
1st Assistant Director - Agrippina Meshcheryakova
Hi! My name is Agrippina! I will be working as the first AD on Grip. I am most excited to work with the crew to make this unique and beautiful film. I love seeing how passionate everyone is about this project and I am proud to be a part of it!
Production Designer - Billie Corcoran-Dodds
Hey i'm Billie the production designer on Grip. I am most excited for the creative freedom we have on this experimental project as well as building the bathroom set for the climax of the film. We're the dream team and I can't wait to film!
Director Of Photography - Heather Mager
Hi, I'm Heather. I'm the Director of Photography for Grip and I'm excited about all the different aspects of this film. With reality and experimental scenes as well as photography, there's many different styles to play with. I can't wait to work this fantastic team to create something fantastic!
Sound Design - Reuben Elkins
Hi I’m Reuben, i’m the sound designer and music producer on Grip, I’m excited about working alongside such a talented team and the amount of freedom I have to create a soundscape just as compelling as the visuals.
Editor - Jordan Brown
Camera Operator - Grace Wright
Hi I’m Grace and will be Camera operating on Grip. What i’m most looking forward to is being able to work on a script which represents current topics such as feminism, sexuality, and conflict within relationships. I’m also looking forward to the experimental aspect of the film and using my strengths in camera work to create something really cool.
Gaffer/Lighting - Jack Foulkes
Hi I’m Jack, I’m the gaffer for Grip. I’m most excited to start seeing how I can really fuck about with lights during the experimental sequences of the film. I want to create something visually fitting for the torture the character experiences, as well as creating a striking contrast in the black and white reality.
Grip/Assistant - Adam Scollen
Hi I’m Adam I’m the Grip for grip, I know. I can’t wait to help make this film with numerous hand held shots gives lots of opportunities to portray this story.
Budget Breakdown Chart
Every donation we receive brings us one step closer to fulfilling our vision and bringing our film to the screen!
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Instagram @grip_shortfilm
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THANKYOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT! from the Grip film crew.
**Health & Safety: We are working to ensure that Covid-19 safety procedures are in place for both the cast and crew throughout the entire production. All of our crew have practiced the correct Covid-19 health & safety guidelines, as it is our primary objective to maintain a safe and secure environment for both ourselves and the vital cast members.
Follow us on our social media for updates...
Instagram @grip_shortfilm
https://www.facebook.com/groups/629649731619849/
THANKYOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT! from the Grip film crew.
**Health & Safety: We are working to ensure that Covid-19 safety procedures are in place for both the cast and crew throughout the entire production. All of our crew have practiced the correct Covid-19 health & safety guidelines, as it is our primary objective to maintain a safe and secure environment for both ourselves and the vital cast members.
Co-organizers (3)
Tyler Robertson
Organizer
England
Lily Corke Butters
Co-organizer
Agrippina Meshcheryakova
Co-organizer