Private Project

Simulation

Simulation is about reclaiming the sacred love of dancing. Our body knows, if we listen, that there is a deeper call for community, ritual, and radical joy. The unfurling movement mirrors nature with its complex ecosystems and chaotic beauty. This also resembles the spirit of the project. No species can thrive alone. Nor can any creation. This was a celebration of collaboration and letting the process reveal itself as we built it. It’s a homage to music artist Róisín Murphy, nightlife, our love of fashion, the infinite wisdom of nature, and the symbiosis and power of coming together to dance.

  • Heather Lang
    Director
  • Purdie Baumann
    Director
  • Heather Lang
    Producer
  • Purdie Baumann
    Producer
  • Shaun Murdock
    Executive Producer
  • Heather Lang
    Developed and Conceived
  • Anna Marchisello
    Developed and Conceived
  • Purdie Baumann
    Developed and Conceived
  • Ehizoje Azeke
    Key Cast
  • Maira Barriga
    Key Cast
  • Claire Camp
    Key Cast
  • Stephanie Crousillat
    Key Cast
  • Marc Crousillat
    Key Cast
  • Joyce Edwards
    Key Cast
  • Lydia Holtz
    Key Cast
  • Ryan Kelly
    Key Cast
  • Jesse Kovarsky
    Key Cast
  • Willy Laury
    Key Cast
  • Anna Marchisello
    Key Cast
  • Jodi McFadden
    Key Cast
  • Elise Monson
    Key Cast
  • Ricardo A Zayas
    Key Cast
  • Heather Lang
    Choreography
  • Anna Marchisello
    Choreography
  • Jonathas Nazareth
    Director of Photography
  • Anna Marchisello
    Editors
  • Jonathas Nazareth
    Editors
  • Kate Harpootlian
    Line Producer
  • Norma Kamali
    Costumes
  • Roisin Murphy
    Music
  • Kate Harpootlian
    Assistant Director
  • Jonathas Nazareth
    Camera Operator
  • Karoline Iversen
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Nick Shadix
    2nd Assistant Camera
  • Mario Riquelme Riquelme
    Lighting Designer
  • Emmet Luciano
    Grip
  • Alex Zaneti
    Swing
  • Kevin Ratigan
    Colorist by Nice Shoes
  • Abraham Lule
    Title Design
  • Shaun Murdock
    NY Equipment Rentals Milk DGTL
  • David D’Amico
    NY Equipment Rentals Milk DGTL
  • Roisin Murphy
    Song written by
  • Richard Barrett
    Song written by
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Music Video, Short
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 20, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    4K ProRes HQ
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • London Fashion Film Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    September 26, 2023
    London
    Nominated Best Artistic Direction & Best Music
  • New York International Shorts
    New York, NY
    United States
    October 17, 2023
    Official Selection
  • Thomas Edison Film Festival

    Jury’s Choice Award
  • deadCenter Film Festival
    Oklahoma City, OK
    United States
    June 7, 2024
    Official Selection
  • Portland Dance Film Festival
    Portland, Oregan
    United States
    September 27, 2024
    Official Selection
  • ADF movies by movers
    Durham, NC
    United States
    November 1, 2024
    Official Selection
  • Canadian International Fashion Film Festival
    Toronto
    Canada
    September 24, 2024
    Canadian Premiere
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Heather Lang, Purdie Baumann

Purdie and Heather are multifaceted artists with over 25 years of professional experience spanning Broadway, Film\TV, commercial, experimental, fashion, opera, and dance. You name it, they’ve done it.

This vast range influences the way they create and direct. From film, to solos, to theatre, to immersive, their works vary in scale, medium and genre. Their work is original, has emotional depth, and connects to audiences on a visceral level.

Purdie and Heather met as teens in Chicago, and they have been best friends ever since. They were Radio City Rockettes together and have done numerous gigs side by side. Their shared experiences have given them a deep understanding of each other's artistic sensibilities, and they have a natural ability to collaborate.

Recently they produced, directed, and choreographed, a dance film, Simulation. They are in the midst of building more projects they can’t wait to share.

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