The ORDER
If all the world's a stage, who's behind the curtain?
Elements of intrigue and a dash of dark humor spice up this mystery.
SYNOPSIS:
When a young woman's boyfriend goes missing after researching a controversial conspiracy theory, she turns to her father for help.
ACCOLADES:
The pre-produced version of the script won Best Mystery Crime Pitch, Logline Of The Year, and made a Top 20 Short Screenplays list. Which prompted me to take on the challenge of somehow transforming a stagnant mini stage play into a somewhat cinematic short film.
...And what an exhilarating challenge it was! Especially given the talented cast and crew I had the tremendous pleasure of working with. - While also having some fun paying tribute to the French Film Movement that emerged from Cinéma Vérité.
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Jean BuschmannDirectorThe Order & BOXED IN
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Jean BuschmannWriterBOXED IN (the short film) and several screenplays that have won &/or placed in Int'l Writing Competitions.
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Jean BuschmannProducerThe Order & BOXED IN
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Ruben L. MartinezProducerHas worked as a Prodcuer for NBC for over a decade, and Executive Produced The Order.
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Jack ClendendenKey Cast"ETHAN"SF Theatre / Top Acting Student at Academy of Art SF (currently interviewing for Broadway post-graduation).
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Edward KeyaniKey Cast"MAX"Various commericials and films.
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Ahana DaveKey Cast"NADIA"Meisner Technique trained actress, who excels at authenically powerful performances.
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Ruben L. MartinezThe CrewCinematographer - Multiple Award Winning Director of Photography and Emmy Nominee for his work in television.
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Casey Rae VlahovThe CrewAssistant Director / Assistant Camera Operator - currently working on a network program.
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Kiel LongThe CrewAssistant Camera Operator - Film student at the Academy of Art SF and intern for NBC Bay Area.
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Jean BuschmannPost Production - Editing / Scoring/ Audio Sweetening / ColoringEditor / Post Production Specialist - Winner of an Editor's Choice Award for a Harley Davidson promo, and has done work in this field for many years.
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Our young actors pick up EMMYs!FUN Triviahttps://www.stage32.com/photos/2376225328197541951
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Project Type:Short
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Runtime:18 minutes 31 seconds
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Completion Date:December 15, 2019
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:United States
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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2020 IndieX Film FesitvalLos Angeles
United States
SEMIFINALIST -
2020 Crown International Film Festival
BEST TRAILER -
2020 Golden State International Film FestivalLos Angeles
United States
February 28, 2020
Grauman's Chinese Theater
Official Selection & live premiere -
2020 Rome Independent Prisma Awards
Official Selection -
2020 Košice International Film Festival
FINALIST -
2020 Stage 32 Short Film Contest
Quarter Finalist (to date) -
2020 Beyond Earth Film Festival
Official Selection -
2020 After Hour Film Festival
Official Selection -
2020 Bridgefest Short Film Festival
Official Selection -
2020 Moody Crab Film Festival
India
Official Selection -
2020 Montreal Independent Film Festival
FINALIST -
Oregon Film Festival
Official Selection -
Venice Shorts Film Festival
Official Selection -
Redwood Shores Short Film & Scripts ContestRedwood City
WINNER - Best Editing -
Four Corners Film FestivalNew Mexico
Official Selection -
Global Indie Film FestivalUnited Kingdom
Official Selection -
Phoenix Monthly Film Festival
SEMIFINALIST -
Chicago Indie Film Festival
SEMIFINALIST -
Director's Cut Int'l Film Festival
SEMIFINALIST -
Hollywood International Golden Age Festival
SEMIFINALIST -
INDO FRENCH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Winner - Best short thriller -
Acting Awards Festival
FINALIST -
Your Script Produced! Studios
Quarter Finalist -
Crown Wood Int'l FF Screenplay
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Iconic Images Film Festival
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Fantastic Indie Festival of Los Angeles
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Best Director Award - "The ORDER"
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Toronto Independent Film Festival
Official Selection -
Gold Star Movie Awards
Official Selection -
Best Indie Film Award
FINALIST -
Oz Independent Film Festival
Official Selection -
OTB - Only The Best Films Festival
Official Selection -
NIFA - National Independent Film Association
Award -
Toronto Int'l Women Film Festival
Official Selection -
2020 Global Indie Film Festival Award
WINNER -
2020 Anatolia International Film Festival
FINALIST -
2021 Arthouse Beverly Hills Film Festival
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2021 Adbhooture Film Festival
India
WINNER - best short psychological thriller -
2021 Diamond Eye Film FestivalSaint-Petersburg
Russian Federation
WINNER - Best Cinematography -
2021 The Gladiator Film Festival
Award Winner -
2021 Kansas Arthouse Music & Film Festival
FINALIST -
2021 Golden Wheat Film Festival
DA VINCI AWARD WINNER -
2021 New Age Cinema
Official Selection -
2021 Golden Reel Film Festival
Award Winner -
2021 San Francisco Another Hole In The Head
Official Selection -
2022 Andromeda Film Festival
Award Winner -
2022 Chandler International Film Festival
Official Selection -
2022 Reale FIlm Festival
Winner -
2022 Madrid Arthouse Film Festival
Award Winner -
2022 Brilliant Indie Film Festival
Official Selection -
2022 Montreal Arthouse Film Festival
Semi-Finalist -
2023 Tabriz Cinema Awards
Winner
My goal is to tell riveting and socially-relevant stories that pack a powerful punch.
I'm both humbled and honored to have received a few accolades for screenwriting over the years. Below is a link for your perusal.
(You'll have to scroll down on this linked page to see them.)
https://www.stage32.com/jeanbuschmann
This film plays with mystery, irony, and misdirection while moving toward three plot twists. Two likely memorable, one possibly unforeseeable and unforgettable.
Enjoy the viewing and thanks so much for your time!
Sincerely,
Jean Buschmann