Help Fund Our SDSU Thesis Film! | The Bridge
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The Bridge:
Some of us are given our entire childhood to grow up; some of us are given seconds.
This film is a coming of age thriller that tells the story of four close high school teenagers celebrating graduation, and takes a glance into their future on a bridge far from civilization. But when one falls off and loses consciousness, their loyalties to each other are put to the test.
A Letter from the Director
Hello! My name is Laura Nguyen, and I am the writer/director of "The Bridge." My crew and I are fast approaching our final months at San Diego State University, and are hoping to create the best short film we've made yet. With our latest film, "The Bridge," it explores the feeling of graduating high school, and the future and possibilities of being an independent adult for the first time, only to be cut short by an accident. We hope that this film brings about the nostalgia of our innocence, as well as the feelings of having to grow up for the first time and deal with reality. From first loves, figuring out what we want to do with our lives, and fitting in, we hope Nolan, Noelle, Cameron, and Madison will be able to find a place in the hearts of our audience.
However, filmmaking is not cheap, and as students, we do not have the privilege of having enough money to fund this project. And because this is our thesis film, we do not want our story to be limited by lack of funds. So anything helps!
Where the money will be going:
Actors (talent, travel, etc.)
Equipment (We'll need special equipment considering we'll be climbing a bridge at night and need extra safety and lighting!)
Catering for Cast and Crew
Festival Entry Fees
Any amount of money helps (even $1), and in return to donating to our film we will provide you with film goodies and more! Please read closely for what you will receive after donating to our film campaign. And if you can't donate, sharing helps too!!
For any questions, email us at [email redacted] Thank you!!!
$5 - Digital copy of the finished film and small goodies from our post.
$10- Digital copy of the finished film and digital poster.
$15 - Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + a copy of the film and poster.
$20 - BTS photos + Personal thank you from Laura, Adam, and Eduardo. Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$30 - Special thanks in the credits + BTS photos + Personal thank you from Laura, Adam and Eduardo + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$50 - On set personal thank you video and name in credits + BTS photos + personal thank you from Laura, Adam, and Eduardo + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$75- Product placement (patches, stickers, clothing) in the film. Got a product you would like to promote? Let us know + you will get on set personal thank you video + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$100 - Executive Producer (Name in credits) + on set personal thank you video, coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$150 - Executive Producer (Name in intro and outro credits + WE WILL MENTION YOUR NAME IN DIALOGUE) (3-5 total names) AND you will also receive digital copy of the film and poster. Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors, BTS photos, and on set personal thank you video.
$200 - CAMEO (-NAME MENTIONING) Want to be in the film? Be part of the the story by making an appearance and you will also receive BTS photos, digital copy of film and poster, name in credits, and coupons and small goodies from our film sponsors.
$300 - Photoshoot - We have a lot of talented photographers in our crew. Do you need couples, engagements, family photos or headshots? We will be happy to help you! Plus, you will get your name in the credits and a digital copy of the film and poster and a thank you video!
$500 - WE WILL RENAME A MAIN CHARACTER AFTER YOU + you will get a photoshoot + special thank you in the credits + thank you video and BTS photos plus digital copy of film and poster.
$1,000 - Promo video for personal or business + Visit the set/dinner/royalty for a day/the only hard copy/photoshoot/t-shirt
Meet the Crew
Laura Nguyen - Writer /Director
Laura Nguyen is currently in her last semester at SDSU, and working her way towards earning her double degree as a Film Major with a Production emphasis, and Theatre Major with a Performance emphasis. As a lover of all kinds of stories, her passion has evolved from writing, to directing and acting. She hopes to be able to tell stories for the rest of her life, and live in a forever fantasy. She is also incredibly excited to be chosen to direct this film and work with her fellow crew members.
Adam Gilmore - Producer
Adam is an actor who is a little lost.
Eduardo Orozco - Director of Photography
Eduardo Orozco is an aspiring cinematographer from Chicago, IL who has been studying/practicing photography & cinematography for several years now. He has a deep passion for films, filmmaking, and carne asada burritos. After working at a movie theatre for 3 years, he has moved on to work on countless narrative films, music videos, commercials, weddings, concerts, and more. He feels most comfortable when he is around cameras/lights and is excited for this project as well as many more to come.
Eldon Shih - Assistant Director
Peregrine Curtiss - Editor
Peregrine Curtiss is an affluent writer and editor, whose work spans multiple genres. He’s created and been involved in numerous short films produced at San Diego State University, many of which screened in local festivals. Working closely with experienced film instructors such as Tim Powell and Alexander Farnsley has expanded his knowledge of his craft, and he uses experience in stage acting and musical instruments to enhance his artistic style. He’s excited to be working with this particular crew of talented filmmakers, and is excited to be a part of the Bridge.
Qasim Hussaini - Colorist
Qasim Hussaini is an editor/colorist from Mazar-I-Sharif, Afghanistan. From a young age, he has had a strong passion for the editorial process and strives for perfection in all his projects. What started as a love for cinema quickly turned into an undying passion that has led him to work on numerous narrative and non-narrative projects. His ideal Sunday afternoon is kicking back, eating some chipotle, and watching one of his over 80 criterions.
Nolan Voge - Sound Designer
Being part of filmmaking for nearly a decade, Nolan Voge has been able to spread his breadth of knowledge in the film and media world. With that growth has come experience on sets and connections that run deep. Voge has moved from department to department the past few years, trying to find his footing and belonging in the film world. Most recently, he has found himself enjoying sound design in both film and theatre, and he continues to grow more knowledgeable with sound design on every set he finds himself in.
Some of us are given our entire childhood to grow up; some of us are given seconds.
This film is a coming of age thriller that tells the story of four close high school teenagers celebrating graduation, and takes a glance into their future on a bridge far from civilization. But when one falls off and loses consciousness, their loyalties to each other are put to the test.
A Letter from the Director
Hello! My name is Laura Nguyen, and I am the writer/director of "The Bridge." My crew and I are fast approaching our final months at San Diego State University, and are hoping to create the best short film we've made yet. With our latest film, "The Bridge," it explores the feeling of graduating high school, and the future and possibilities of being an independent adult for the first time, only to be cut short by an accident. We hope that this film brings about the nostalgia of our innocence, as well as the feelings of having to grow up for the first time and deal with reality. From first loves, figuring out what we want to do with our lives, and fitting in, we hope Nolan, Noelle, Cameron, and Madison will be able to find a place in the hearts of our audience.
However, filmmaking is not cheap, and as students, we do not have the privilege of having enough money to fund this project. And because this is our thesis film, we do not want our story to be limited by lack of funds. So anything helps!
Where the money will be going:
Actors (talent, travel, etc.)
Equipment (We'll need special equipment considering we'll be climbing a bridge at night and need extra safety and lighting!)
Catering for Cast and Crew
Festival Entry Fees
Any amount of money helps (even $1), and in return to donating to our film we will provide you with film goodies and more! Please read closely for what you will receive after donating to our film campaign. And if you can't donate, sharing helps too!!
For any questions, email us at [email redacted] Thank you!!!
$5 - Digital copy of the finished film and small goodies from our post.
$10- Digital copy of the finished film and digital poster.
$15 - Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + a copy of the film and poster.
$20 - BTS photos + Personal thank you from Laura, Adam, and Eduardo. Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$30 - Special thanks in the credits + BTS photos + Personal thank you from Laura, Adam and Eduardo + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$50 - On set personal thank you video and name in credits + BTS photos + personal thank you from Laura, Adam, and Eduardo + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$75- Product placement (patches, stickers, clothing) in the film. Got a product you would like to promote? Let us know + you will get on set personal thank you video + coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$100 - Executive Producer (Name in credits) + on set personal thank you video, coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors + copy of film and poster.
$150 - Executive Producer (Name in intro and outro credits + WE WILL MENTION YOUR NAME IN DIALOGUE) (3-5 total names) AND you will also receive digital copy of the film and poster. Coupons and small goodies from our food sponsors, BTS photos, and on set personal thank you video.
$200 - CAMEO (-NAME MENTIONING) Want to be in the film? Be part of the the story by making an appearance and you will also receive BTS photos, digital copy of film and poster, name in credits, and coupons and small goodies from our film sponsors.
$300 - Photoshoot - We have a lot of talented photographers in our crew. Do you need couples, engagements, family photos or headshots? We will be happy to help you! Plus, you will get your name in the credits and a digital copy of the film and poster and a thank you video!
$500 - WE WILL RENAME A MAIN CHARACTER AFTER YOU + you will get a photoshoot + special thank you in the credits + thank you video and BTS photos plus digital copy of film and poster.
$1,000 - Promo video for personal or business + Visit the set/dinner/royalty for a day/the only hard copy/photoshoot/t-shirt
Meet the Crew
Laura Nguyen - Writer /Director
Laura Nguyen is currently in her last semester at SDSU, and working her way towards earning her double degree as a Film Major with a Production emphasis, and Theatre Major with a Performance emphasis. As a lover of all kinds of stories, her passion has evolved from writing, to directing and acting. She hopes to be able to tell stories for the rest of her life, and live in a forever fantasy. She is also incredibly excited to be chosen to direct this film and work with her fellow crew members.
Adam Gilmore - Producer
Adam is an actor who is a little lost.
Eduardo Orozco - Director of Photography
Eduardo Orozco is an aspiring cinematographer from Chicago, IL who has been studying/practicing photography & cinematography for several years now. He has a deep passion for films, filmmaking, and carne asada burritos. After working at a movie theatre for 3 years, he has moved on to work on countless narrative films, music videos, commercials, weddings, concerts, and more. He feels most comfortable when he is around cameras/lights and is excited for this project as well as many more to come.
Eldon Shih - Assistant Director
Peregrine Curtiss - Editor
Peregrine Curtiss is an affluent writer and editor, whose work spans multiple genres. He’s created and been involved in numerous short films produced at San Diego State University, many of which screened in local festivals. Working closely with experienced film instructors such as Tim Powell and Alexander Farnsley has expanded his knowledge of his craft, and he uses experience in stage acting and musical instruments to enhance his artistic style. He’s excited to be working with this particular crew of talented filmmakers, and is excited to be a part of the Bridge.
Qasim Hussaini - Colorist
Qasim Hussaini is an editor/colorist from Mazar-I-Sharif, Afghanistan. From a young age, he has had a strong passion for the editorial process and strives for perfection in all his projects. What started as a love for cinema quickly turned into an undying passion that has led him to work on numerous narrative and non-narrative projects. His ideal Sunday afternoon is kicking back, eating some chipotle, and watching one of his over 80 criterions.
Nolan Voge - Sound Designer
Being part of filmmaking for nearly a decade, Nolan Voge has been able to spread his breadth of knowledge in the film and media world. With that growth has come experience on sets and connections that run deep. Voge has moved from department to department the past few years, trying to find his footing and belonging in the film world. Most recently, he has found himself enjoying sound design in both film and theatre, and he continues to grow more knowledgeable with sound design on every set he finds himself in.
Organizer
Laura Nguyen
Organizer
San Diego, CA