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The Forest of Dreams

The Forest of Dreams is a fantasy short film about a young woman who leaves her home to find adventure and purpose in an enchanted forest. The main themes are of love, forgiveness, and finding one’s true home.

  • Kristyn Dallmann
    Director
  • Kristyn Dallmann
    Writer
  • Kristyn Dallmann
    Producer
  • David Guenthner
    Producer
    What We May Be (2024), We Gather Here Today (2024)
  • James Kovaleski
    Producer
  • Erik Gunneson
    Producer
  • Aaron Greer
    Producer
  • Olivia Cozzini
    Key Cast
    "Kyra"
    In the Shadows (2024)
  • Keri Herrmann
    Key Cast
    "Jane"
  • Deb Onsager
    Key Cast
    "The Keeper of the Forest"
  • Henry Johnson
    Key Cast
    "The Bark Creature"
  • Kristyn Dallmann
    Editor
  • Sophie Mayer
    Production Designer
    Tuned In (2024)
  • Noah Giesler
    Gaffer
    Tuned In (2024)
  • C Kessler
    Gaffer
    What We May Be (2024)
  • Corey Holl
    Director of Photography
  • David Guenthner
    Assistant Camera
  • James Kovaleski
    Sound Designer
    What We May Be (2024)
  • Noah Giesler
    Composer
    What We May Be (2024)
  • Alejandro Dominguez
    Boom Operator
    Tuned In (2024)
  • Alejandro Dominguez
    Assistant Editor
  • Kristyn Dallmann
    Colorist
    Tuned In (2024), We Gather Here Today (2024)
  • Kristyn Dallmann
    VFX Artist
  • Cody Dallmann
    VFX Artist
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Fantasy
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    December 20, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    4,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • The Communication Arts Fall 2024 Showcase
    Madison, WI
    United States
    December 14, 2024
    The World Premiere
Director Biography - Kristyn Dallmann

Kristyn Dallmann is a senior at the University of Wisconsin-Madison majoring in Communication Arts on the Radio-Television-Film track, as well as getting certificates in Digital Studies and Digital Cinema Production. She is a student filmmaker driven by her passion for storytelling. She values hard work and attention to detail, and always puts her best effort into projects. Her work aims to capture audiences' attention by emphasizing a story through creative visuals that evoke emotion. Growing up in northern Wisconsin, she learned to gather inspiration from the quietness and creativity of nature. She enjoys working with all forms of media, but finds herself happiest when working on narrative short or feature length films. Kristyn has many hobbies outside of her love for filmmaking, including running, reading, crafting, and playing games with friends and family.

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Director Statement

Ever since I was little I wanted to make movies. When I made the choice to go to college for film production, I dived in with determination. I made the goal my freshman year to write and direct my own short film and I was able to see that goal attained my senior year in an independent study at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Forest of Dreams was an amazing project to create and is so near to my heart. I love the story and am very passionate about the message it holds. I am so thankful for my amazing crew who were willing and excited to make this film, and to my professors who guided me and pushed me to make the best film possible. I truly believe this film has made an impact in my community and will continue to touch hearts.