Thursday, 3 March 2011

The Last Cosmonaut: Funded

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jvanauken/the-last-cosmonaut

Target: $2,500 Pledged:$6,000

This project aims to create a short-film, documenting the experience of one of the earliest Cosmonauts. Apparently several were sent up before Yuri Gagarin, and it didn't end well for some.

The space theme ticked a huge box for me, along with the pioneering spirit and secrecy involved in the story. I also liked the fact that film-maker was planning to contribute 50% of the funds themselves, and conveyed a passion for the story.

The reward included a thanks in the credits (which I suspect might last longer than the film) and an advanced email of the script. It also included a physical copy of the film and, most importantly for me, a signed picture of the cast and crew. Because the pledged funds were twice the required amount, it was announced that every pledger would receive a bonus of a storyboard book as well - which is a nice touch.

Looking forward to seeing the result. It could be a long wait though.

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