Private Project

Remnants of Nova

As Dani, an up-and-coming queer artist, anxiously prepares for her first live show, her partner and lead guitarist, Nova, drops out of their band.

  • James Barker
    Director
  • Kimmie Devereux
    Writer
  • James Barker
    Writer
  • Richard S. Ormsby
    Producer
  • James Barker
    Producer
  • Eloise Lola Gordon
    Key Cast
    "Dani Cadieux"
  • Gabrielle Sarah Lewis
    Key Cast
    "Nova"
  • Nancy Pop
    Key Cast
    "Maya Cadieux"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, LGBTQ
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    June 16, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    35,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Alexa 35
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - James Barker

James currently resides in Jersey City, NJ, working mainly as a video editor and photographer. Identifying as a queer artist who is constantly discovering himself, James uses filmmaking as an intimate expression of themself and their place in the world. Inspired by filmmakers such as Derek Cianfrance, Claire Denis, and Terrence Malick, James is a lifelong cinephile who looks to tell honest and thrilling stories through grounded characters.

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Director Statement

Through a lifelong struggle with depression and suicidal ideation, I am strong advocate for mental heath awareness, especially for young people. In all of my projects, I am looking for the most empathetic and honest view of the human experience, showcasing the everlasting dichotomy we each struggle with every day.

Remnants of Nova was my reaction to my personal experiences with suicidal ideation and my time spent in a behavioral health center. Being able to see myself in these characters was not only creatively satisfying, but was a part of my internal healing process.

Filmmaking is the most powerful tool we have to connect, understand and empathize with people, especially those who are most different from you.