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Memphis, Tennessee | Film Short
Drama, Experimental
It's two years after Hurricane Katrina and Marta Gilchrist is in crisis. On her last day in the field as a claims adjuster she has to contend with a family that may or may not be what they seem.
Natives
Memphis, Tennessee | Film Short
Drama, Experimental
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It's two years after Hurricane Katrina and Marta Gilchrist is in crisis. On her last day in the field as a claims adjuster she has to contend with a family that may or may not be what they seem.
About The Project
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Mission Statement
The Story
THE LOCATIONS
The film is set partially in The Mississippi Delta and in Jefferson Parish. Hundreds of adjusters have been sent down to handle the thousands of claims resulting from the storm. Because many of the claims have been denied outright due to technicalities the interactions between adjusters and the insured have been tense.
THE STORY
Under the guise of reaching across the aisle to the insured the companies began settling claims spurred by lawsuits in order to undercut the cost of actual settlements for pennies on the dollar. Like many of the scions sent out by the insurance companies Marta is complicit goading families into agreeing to the settlements rather that waiting out for the possible greater amounts they could receive.
After years the work is taking its toll. As Marta grapples with the post Katrina recovery efforts and after a tense interaction with a woman devastated by loss she begins to question her role in the recovery and in the lives of the people she purports to serve.
THE TONE
The films style is deliberately contemplative. We want to immerse the viewer in the mood following the years after the disater. Presented with families whose lives have been upended the camera lingers on weathered faces, trinkets salvaged, and the void of things lost. Lovingly lensed we're really excited to brings these vivid images to the screen.
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT
NATIVES is about apathy. It takes a stoic look at the choices one woman makes and the aftermath of those choices. It's a period piece in the non-traditional sense taking place on December 2, 2007. Our goal is to take the viewer back to this specific moment of time as a comment on the present and on a continous periless future.
The film is the product of the disciplines across various spectrums of the Memphis Film Community and lives and breathes on the tireless work of various individuals and we are eager to share with you our film at its completion.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Locations/Props
Costs $1,650
We've found some perfect locations that'll really bring out the story.
Score/Color Grade/Post Production
Costs $2,300
We need to grade and edit and score the footage we shot.
The Cast
Costs $1,350
To be or not to be compensated as a thespian. With cash we can cast top tier talent.
Crew
Costs $2,500
A dedicated behind the scene team eager to make it happen.
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About This Team
R Jason Rawlings is a native Memphian and award-winning filmmaker whose work includes the narrative shorts DOWNER (2009) and WAX & WANE (2010). He has served as editor and/ or director of photography on feature films and music videos for artist including ON & OHN, DUGGY TEE and LUCERO. He is one of co-founders of Elephant Films, a Memphis based film collective that has produced works such as BIRD DOG (2010) and the comedy short, WELCOME TO OUR TOWN (2015).
Chad Irwin is a visual artist, mixed media artist and production designer whose work includes the feature film LIGHTS, CAMERA, BULLSHIT (2014), the short film SOLUS and the award-winning WE GO ON (2017).
David Godbout is a writer, director, and producer whose works include the short BOXING DAY (2012) and the feature films BIRD DOG (2010) and the upcoming CHARMAINE (2020).
Sybil Presley is a comedienne and actress who has appeard in the films UNCORKED (2019), COMING HOME (2017), and ANOTHER EVIL NIGHT (2017). She has also appeared in the television show BOUND TO THE BODY (2017).
Gena Heelz is a singer and actress who has appeared in the films UNCORKED (2019) and HOW WE CAN CHANGE (2018).
Erik Kimbrough is a native Memphian and actor who has appeared in a number of productions including THE TWO HEADED WOMAN (2018).
Lesley Brown is a local film enthusiast and a supporter of independent film. She brings to the team an eye for detail and continuity, as well as expertise in project management, effective operations and influential communication.
Lia Romer is a native Memphian that is currently a program manager for a crime prevention grant that helps to create safer neighborhoods in the greater Memphis area. With lengthy experience in theater, Roemer has had lead roles in several theater productions including playing the opposite actor Robert Baker of GREYS ANATOMY. Roemer is the co-host for a local public television series called the BEST IN BLUE and national podcast. Roemer recently appeared as extra on a BLUFF CITY LAW (2019).
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
THE LOCATIONS
The film is set partially in The Mississippi Delta and in Jefferson Parish. Hundreds of adjusters have been sent down to handle the thousands of claims resulting from the storm. Because many of the claims have been denied outright due to technicalities the interactions between adjusters and the insured have been tense.
THE STORY
Under the guise of reaching across the aisle to the insured the companies began settling claims spurred by lawsuits in order to undercut the cost of actual settlements for pennies on the dollar. Like many of the scions sent out by the insurance companies Marta is complicit goading families into agreeing to the settlements rather that waiting out for the possible greater amounts they could receive.
After years the work is taking its toll. As Marta grapples with the post Katrina recovery efforts and after a tense interaction with a woman devastated by loss she begins to question her role in the recovery and in the lives of the people she purports to serve.
THE TONE
The films style is deliberately contemplative. We want to immerse the viewer in the mood following the years after the disater. Presented with families whose lives have been upended the camera lingers on weathered faces, trinkets salvaged, and the void of things lost. Lovingly lensed we're really excited to brings these vivid images to the screen.
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT
NATIVES is about apathy. It takes a stoic look at the choices one woman makes and the aftermath of those choices. It's a period piece in the non-traditional sense taking place on December 2, 2007. Our goal is to take the viewer back to this specific moment of time as a comment on the present and on a continous periless future.
The film is the product of the disciplines across various spectrums of the Memphis Film Community and lives and breathes on the tireless work of various individuals and we are eager to share with you our film at its completion.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Locations/Props
Costs $1,650
We've found some perfect locations that'll really bring out the story.
Score/Color Grade/Post Production
Costs $2,300
We need to grade and edit and score the footage we shot.
The Cast
Costs $1,350
To be or not to be compensated as a thespian. With cash we can cast top tier talent.
Crew
Costs $2,500
A dedicated behind the scene team eager to make it happen.
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
R Jason Rawlings is a native Memphian and award-winning filmmaker whose work includes the narrative shorts DOWNER (2009) and WAX & WANE (2010). He has served as editor and/ or director of photography on feature films and music videos for artist including ON & OHN, DUGGY TEE and LUCERO. He is one of co-founders of Elephant Films, a Memphis based film collective that has produced works such as BIRD DOG (2010) and the comedy short, WELCOME TO OUR TOWN (2015).
Chad Irwin is a visual artist, mixed media artist and production designer whose work includes the feature film LIGHTS, CAMERA, BULLSHIT (2014), the short film SOLUS and the award-winning WE GO ON (2017).
David Godbout is a writer, director, and producer whose works include the short BOXING DAY (2012) and the feature films BIRD DOG (2010) and the upcoming CHARMAINE (2020).
Sybil Presley is a comedienne and actress who has appeard in the films UNCORKED (2019), COMING HOME (2017), and ANOTHER EVIL NIGHT (2017). She has also appeared in the television show BOUND TO THE BODY (2017).
Gena Heelz is a singer and actress who has appeared in the films UNCORKED (2019) and HOW WE CAN CHANGE (2018).
Erik Kimbrough is a native Memphian and actor who has appeared in a number of productions including THE TWO HEADED WOMAN (2018).
Lesley Brown is a local film enthusiast and a supporter of independent film. She brings to the team an eye for detail and continuity, as well as expertise in project management, effective operations and influential communication.
Lia Romer is a native Memphian that is currently a program manager for a crime prevention grant that helps to create safer neighborhoods in the greater Memphis area. With lengthy experience in theater, Roemer has had lead roles in several theater productions including playing the opposite actor Robert Baker of GREYS ANATOMY. Roemer is the co-host for a local public television series called the BEST IN BLUE and national podcast. Roemer recently appeared as extra on a BLUFF CITY LAW (2019).