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Set in 1838 during the forced removal of the Cherokee Nation, THE FILM follows Chief Osley Bird Saunooke as he narrates the devastating impact of the Removal Act. Through haunting recollections of families torn apart and the quiet rebellion of those who hid in the mountains, his story honors the resilience of his people and their unbroken connection to their ancestral land. Told through poetic imagery and personal narration, the film sheds light on a dark chapter of American history while celebrating the strength of a culture that refuses to be forgotten.

  • Jordan Bayne
    Director
    The Sea Is All I Know
  • Jordan Bayne
    Writer
    The Sea Is All I Know
  • Jordan Bayne
    Producer
    The Sea Is All I Know
  • Jordan Bayne
    Key Cast
    Under Hellgate Bridge
  • Carlos Andreas Vanegas
    Sound Designer
  • Jordan Bayne
    Editor
    Triple Threat
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 22 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 20, 2025
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    GenAI
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • MetaCannes Film3 Festival

    May 13, 2025
Director Biography - Jordan Bayne

Jordan Bayne is an award-winning filmmaker and creative technologist,

Recognized as the founder of The Squad, the pioneering media collective producing Web3 x entertainment. Her acclaimed short film, THE SEA IS ALL I KNOW, starring Academy Award winner Melissa Leo was an Oscar contender and screened at prestigious festivals such as Hamptons, Cannes, Dubai, and Palm Springs.

Jordan founded The Squad in February 2021, originating the Film3 movement. As a visionary leader and entrepreneur, Jordan has turned Film3 into a viable business model, promoting it as a revolutionary force in the future of entertainment.

In January 2022, Jordan made history by minting her short film RED FLAGS on Zora, which was collected by iconic
AI artist Claire Silver.

Passionate about changing the industry for filmmakers and creators, Jordan has spoken at over 700 events, including panels, interviews, podcasts, and conferences, championing Film3 as the next wave of cinema.

She is the founder of Metacannes Film3 Festival - the world’s only on-chain, on-demand, virtual film festival. Her podcast, the Film3OG and the Next Wave of Cinema is in production on its 3rd season and available on Spotify, Apple, and other major platforms. She is currently in development on a stealth film/tv project that will catalyze the industry.

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