Support Our Botanical Short Film Journey

Thank you for taking the time to visit this page and learn more about our project!

POTHOS is an upcoming student short film about plants, science, and empathy.

Logline: A passionate young scientist's typical night of research is interrupted when a strange botanical figure appears out of the shadows, asking for help.

ABOUT

Empathy is at the heart of our story, driving our creative process, as well as the actions of our main character, Boda. A scientist and self-proclaimed hippie, she spends her days in a garden and her nights in a lab studying plant life. She embodies the ideals of teachers, who humbly share knowledge without any expectation of reciprocity.

We have been lucky enough to be given the opportunity to create a film on an analog format: 16mm film. Our cinematographer has spent a significant amount of time studying this analog process, as well as building, and loading the camera.

THE TEAM

Aidan Vogel - Writer/Director

Aidan Vogel is a writer, director, and film lover passionate about the fusion of artistic mediums and the usage of practical effects. As a Columbia College Chicago senior, Aidan has worked on numerous short films, including the Albert P. Weisman Award recipient Dégagé. Aidan prides themself on creating engaging stories, fleshed-out characters, and impactful themes through their writing and directing process. They are thrilled to be working with such talented collaborators to help bring Pothos to life.

Robert Celestine - Writer/Cinematographer

Robert Celestine is a director and cinematographer from Washington, DC. He is studying toward a Bachelor's in Fine Arts for Cinematography, but has found creative fulfillment through directing, acting, and many other roles on set. Pothos is a special project to Robert because it allows him to express his love for plants, science, and selfless characters. He is excited to design the visuals of this film, and collaborate with the rest of the incredible crew.

Ahsha Davis - Producer

Ahsha Davis is filmmaker, producer, and radio podcaster who is native of Detroit, MI. She received her Bachelor of Applied Arts in Broadcasting and Cinematic Arts with a double minor in Spanish and Communications from Central Michigan University where she began her media career working in radio, news, television, film. She recently graduated with her second masters from Columbia College Chicago in Film and Television Producing. Ahsha truly enjoys being a TV and Film producer and hopes to own her own production company to help young filmmakers achieve their dreams.

BUDGET BREAKDOWN

We are launching this campaign in hopes of sourcing funding to feed our crew, create a compelling look for our creature, as well as provide transportation as needed. A significant portion of our budget will be allocated toward the purchase, development and scanning of our 16mm film, which is integral to the look and feel of our project.

Here is a breakdown of where your donations will go:

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT

If you would like to stay connected to the project, follow our instagram @pothos_film and check in to see behind the scenes photos, as well as project updates. Additionally, sharing and sending our Crowdfunder is extremely helpful!

Thank you again for taking the time to consider supporting our project!