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A boy is stranded on a deserted island, sending out messages in bottles and hoping for rescue. Now a man, with his hope just barely alive, he prepares to send out his last message.

  • Jake Haire
    Director
  • Brian Plow
    Writer
  • Brian Plow
    Producer
    The Veterans' Project, A Day in the Sun
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 38 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    4,100 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Chennai World Cinema Festival
    Chennai
    India
    October 16, 2024
    World Premiere
    Finalist
  • Sound and Vision International Film and Technology Festival
    New York, NY
    United States
    Bronze Award
  • Festival Internaccional de Cine con Medios Alternativos
    Mexico City
    Mexico
    November 8, 2024
    North American Premiere
    International Short Film Competition
Director Biography - Jake Haire

Jake Haire is independent filmmaker and virtual production specialist based in Cleveland.

Jake's short 2021 short film, "Censor," was recognized at the New York Cinematography Awards, won a Silver Award at the World Fest Houston International Film Festival, and won Best Indie Film from America in the Best Indie Film Awards. In 2022, Jake's film "Dating Forward" won a Silver Davey Award from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts. In 2022, Jake directed "Act Normal" and won Best Picture in the 2022 Ohio University 48-Hour Film Festival.

Jake is a an alumnus of Ohio University, where he received his undergraduate degree in Integrated Media and International Marketing. He also received his Masters degree in Media Arts and Studies in 2024

Throughout his education, Jake worked for the Game Research and Immersive Design Lab as a content producer for many XR and 360 degree cinematic projects. He served as 2nd Unit Director on a project called ALEI, which was awarded the 2023 Science and Innovation Award from the FBI National Training Academy.

He also served as second unit director for a long-form documentary commissioned by the Ohio State Highway Patrol on First Responder Mental Health, which won the OSHP's highest civilian honor, the Community Partner for Public Safety Award, in 2023.

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Director Statement

In a world brimming with narratives, I believe that every moment, and every frame, holds a story waiting to be told.

This conviction has been the cornerstone of my career, guiding me from the nuanced art of brand storytelling to the expansive canvas of filmmaking. My passion lies in not only defining and articulating the story but also serving as the conduit between a purpose and an audience.

This belief in the power of the message guided me to Media and Marketing, working with diverse clients across entertainment, healthcare, education, and the public sector.

My journey in storytelling has now evolved into the realm of filmmaking, where I have been honored to receive awards for my work. I'm proud to have my film "Censor" recognized by the New York Cinematography Awards (NYCA), to have received the Silver Award at the WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival, and to be celebrated for the Best Indie Film from America at the Best Indie Film Award. Additionally, a project I directed, "DatingForward" won a 2022 Davey Award (silver) from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts.

As I continue to explore and innovate in this field, my current focus is on filmmaking through virtual production, pushing the boundaries of how stories are told and experienced. This exciting new direction not only amplifies my capabilities as a filmmaker but also enriches the narratives that I can share with the world.