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Dreamkeeper

Tom is a Dream Watchman who is content with a routine life of watching and observing. When seven year old, optimistic Julie escapes her dream, Tom's routine structure comes crashing down. Unknowingly, Julie's child-like thinking gives Tom a new perspective.

  • Whitney Stephenson
    Director
  • Whitney Stephenson
    Writer
  • April Stephenson
    Writer
  • René Alexander
    Producer
  • Shardè Griffith
    Producer
  • Jennifer N. Simms
    Producer
  • Whitney Stephenson
    Producer
  • Michael Baldwin
    Key Cast
  • Addison Slater
    Key Cast
  • Matthew Nelson
    Director of Photography
  • Isabella Carrillo
    Editor
  • Jessica Snellings
    Sound Supervisors
  • Zain Jafari
    Sound Supervisors
  • Jared Rodehorst
    Music Composer
  • Pablo Estrella You
    Visual Effects Supervisors
  • Dhruv Shankar
    Visual Effects Supervisors
  • Megan Narduzzi
    Production Designer
  • Shardè Griffith
    First Assistant Directors
  • Olivia Brown
    First Assistant Directors
  • Jennifer N. Simms
    Second Assistant Director
  • Isabella Carrillo
    Script Supervisors
  • Misty Willson
    Script Supervisors
  • Jordan Guzman
    Script Supervisors
  • Jonathan Hart
    First Assistant Camera
  • Cody DeLong
    Second Assistant Camera
  • Jay Johnson
    Gaffer
  • Cameron Kashtan
    Gaffer
  • Tom Flynn
    Boom Operator
  • Plern Kongsurmat
    Boom Operator
  • Will LaCalle
    Key Grip
  • Laura Willoughby
    Properties Master
  • Meri Larsen
    Master Carpenter
  • Andres Poch
    Set Decorator
  • Cynthia Lampley
    Wardrobe
  • Tori Sherman
    Wardrobe
  • Devin Gaston
    Grip
  • Joshua Matlock
    Grip
  • Ana Goldoni
    Grip
  • Anastasia Illinger
    Grip
  • Jake Calle
    Grip
  • Natalie Dishmon-Caraballo
    Grip
  • Carl Haber
    Faculty Advisor
  • Lubomir Kocka
    Additional Advisors
  • Jon Alvord
    Additional Advisors
  • Jesse Wolfe
    Additional Advisors
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 50 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 31, 2016
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Director Biography - Whitney Stephenson

Whitney Stephenson is from Cleveland, Tennessee. Her love of film started during her High School Media classes. Starting the classes thinking they would only be a hobby, she soon discovered the possibilities of a film career. With the love and support of her family, she has spent the last four years obtaining her Undergrad in Film and Television at Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Georgia. Not only was she able to study in Savannah, but also she has had the opportunity to study in Lacoste, France. She looks forward to what the future holds, and has greatly enjoyed the experience of making this film.

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Director Statement

When I started writing the script, I knew I wanted to tell a story about having a change of perspective, how it could have a huge affect on a person's life and the lives around them. I knew I wanted to highlight the wonderful simplicity of a child. The real difference between Tom and Julie boils down to her cheerful, childlike perspective. Tom lives in a state of mind that most all adults have come to accept. He is bogged down by the rules and expectations of society, just inclined to do his job and not get involved in other people's issues. When Julie bring forth her pure view of the world, she sees that the people are in trouble. It's her natural reaction to want to help. Tom sees the same situation and believes it's none of his concern.

Although "Dreamkeeper" is set in a world of dreams, it's not a film strictly about dreams. Instead, it's about our perspective and roles in the real world. Don't simply be a bystander in our everyday life. I knew when I started the concept art for the dream world that I wanted to create a world that is grounded in reality yet still has mystical elements. Making the film, I believe we achieved what I had hoped for. Thanks to the enormously talented cast and crew. It's been an enjoyable experience bringing the film to life.