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The Pilot

On a quest for worldwide puppet stardom, Jerry Fleece and his colorful group of puppet friends embark on a journey to Hollywood with the ambitious goal of pitching their groundbreaking courtroom series, "The Fleece Court" to TV streamers. Yet, as they navigate a world dominated by humans, Jerry and his puppet pals find themselves contending with harsh societal judgments, even from themselves that prove to be substantial obstacles in crafting their pilot episode.

  • Chibuzor o Ogbue
    Director
  • Talia Patterson
    Director
  • Jared Greenberg
    Director
    "DP"
  • Chibuzor Ogbue
    Writer
  • Talia Patterson
    Producer
  • Lucas Chaves
    Producer
  • Chibuzor Ogbue
    Producer
  • Jerry Fleece
    Key Cast
  • Miss Ariana
    Key Cast
  • Bailiff Bagock
    Key Cast
  • Scott Sneezman
    Key Cast
  • Fake Bagock
    Key Cast
  • Mr Will
    Key Cast
  • Carl-mit The Lizard
    Key Cast
  • Kris Rock
    Key Cast
  • Chibuzor Ogbue
    Key Cast
  • Talia Patterson
    Key Cast
  • Lucas Chaves
    Key Cast
  • Armani Branch
    Key Cast
  • Taylor Elfstrom
    Key Cast
  • Amado Daley
    Key Cast
  • Keolise Ebogbue
    Key Cast
  • Chukka Ijoma
    Key Cast
  • Nate Martino
    Key Cast
  • Alberis Perez
    Key Cast
  • Myra Wright
    Key Cast
  • Zach Tinker
    Key Cast
  • Jesse Wilmington
    Key Cast
  • Addie Segal
    Key Cast
  • Jim Pratt
    Key Cast
  • Kane Jungbluth Murry
    Key Cast
  • Scott Kaufman
    Key Cast
  • Joshua Olumide
    Key Cast
  • Giovanni Aga
    Key Cast
  • Jeffry Barthold
    Key Cast
  • Jared Gordon Anderson
    Key Cast
  • Ayodeji Johnson
    Key Cast
  • Kevin Lora
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short, Television
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Dramedy, Sketch Comedy, Musical
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    August 30, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Chibuzor o Ogbue, Talia Patterson, Jared Greenberg

Talia Patterson and Chi Ogbue are producers & puppeteers based out of Los Angeles, California.
Chi is a dedicated TV producer and ally to Jerry, committed to helping sell "Jerry's World" to the world. Deeply ambitious, this tall, 6'6 Nigerian man harbors a desire to become one of the top showrunners in Hollywood, a goal often overlooked by others due to his imposing presence. Despite societal biases, Chi diligently pitches all of his crazy shows to anyone who will listen, working alongside his production team, Lucas Chaves and Talia Patterson. Battling against the perception of not being ready for Hollywood, Chi confronts his biggest challenge everyday: the feeling of being silenced, something he's experienced his entire life. Chi embodies resilience, ambition, and a determination to make his voice heard in the entertainment industry.
Talia, a talented TV producer and Chi's partner, grapples with both her commitment to the show and her personal quest for identity beyond her family's expectations. Inspired by Chi and her own natural gifts, she's motivated to see how far she can go professionally and personally. Internally, she seeks to redefine herself, breaking away from the stifling image her family had imposed on her. Talia navigates Hollywood, struggling against self-doubt about her talents, how she looks and who she is deep down. Talia symbolizes the battle for self-discovery, independence, and the courage to reach beyond limitations.

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Director Statement

We're just puppets trying to make it in this world that doesn't even try to understand us. Statement from an African & Woman Director