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Project Details

Documentary Objective

Documentary Objective

The film aims to spotlight the resilience of the human spirit, focusing on one man's determination to realize his lifelong dream despite facing obstacles...

The Story

The Story

The film will tell the story of Richard Cooper, a 70-year-old Canadian aviator, who has an unrelenting passion for flying...

Supporting Characters

Supporting Characters

The documentary will spotlight a dedicated group of aviation enthusiasts who come together to support Richard in the maintenance and operation of his MiG-15...

Audience

The Audience

The film appeals to a diverse audience, encompassing aviation enthusiasts and those connected to the aviation industry...

Summary

The documentary will be filmed in various locations, including an airfield and inside hangars, using advanced cinematography techniques. These techniques will encompass slow-motion shots, dramatic lighting, air-to-air and drone footage, as well as 360-degree cameras, aiming to fully immerse the viewer in the experience. Netflix-approved cameras will be utilized to ensure compatibility with future distribution.

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Production Timeline

We aim to complete the preproduction phase by mid-summer 2024. Filming will take place during the latter half of summer or early fall of the same year. Postproduction endeavors are projected to conclude by year's end.

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Perks

1. Recognition in the film credits;
2. Inclusion in the contributors section on the film website;
3. One limited edition Super-sized poster, personally signed by Richard Cooper;
4. A choice between limited edition patches with a Mig-15 movie theme, a limited edition key chain, or a limited edition t-shirt;
5. A personal digital copy of the film in high resolution before the official release date;
6. Behind-the-scenes video downloads;
7. An opportunity to win a visit to the shooting set, observe filming with Richard Cooper, and meet him afterward;
8. An opportunity to win a discounted flight on the Mig-15 with Richard Cooper;
9. Regular updates on the documentary's development sent via email;
10. A contribution/donation receipt for tax purposes.

Perks