Stylistically, the film’s visual style will incorporate interviews that are shot using shallow focus with a tight frame around the subject’s face. In some instances, the composition will use the junkyard items to frame the shot. Static shots will be employed, using slow pans and tilts for revealing with a tripod to create fluid shots. The film will also incorporate experimental techniques such as playing with the use of light, and some animation interspersed within the film. Along with shooting digitally, our goal is to also use either 16mm film or Super 8 film, depending on the costs of the film and processing. If possible, the 16mm film will be hand processed in order to save on the cost of processing.
Visual themes to be used in the film will include one of man versus nature, juxtaposing scenes of Dale Varnam and the junkyard that he calls home. Narratively, the themes to be explored in the film will include the confinement of prison transitioning to the confinement of the junkyard. The question will be asked of how and when did Dale become a collector of eccentricities, along with where he fits within the community of Holden Beach and how his junkyard compares to other Junkyards within the Holden Beach area.
This film will be made to target an audience interested in art collections and the roadside attraction style, along with audiences who are interested in hometown celebrity personas with unique stories.
Funding for the film will be provided from investors from Kickstarter.com, along with the hopes of Southern Documentary Fund. The cost of the documentary without using film will amount to approximately $150 for gas and meals. If the documentary shoots partially on film, costs will be approximately $175.54 on 16mm and $160.92 on Super 8 for colored negatives and $15.32/ 100 ft for black & white (processing costs to be determined.)
The film will be distributed to multiple film festivals such as the Visions Film Fetival, Cucalorus Film Festival, River Run International Film Festival, Full Frame Film Festival, Athens International Film Festival, and many more!
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