Dear Supporters and Creative Collaborators,
Happy Thanksgiving! As we gather to reflect on gratitude and togetherness, I can't help but see the parallels between the themes of The Entropy Code and the spirit of this holiday. In our story, the Captors harvest songs, stories, and souls from the Captives—much like how we, as creators, pour our hearts into crafting something meaningful for others to experience. This season reminds us of both the joy and the cost of creation, and I am deeply thankful for each of you who have joined me on this journey.
🎬 Film Festival Triumphs
This year has been monumental for both The Entropy Code and Dream Code. I'm thrilled to share some of our recent achievements on the film festival circuit:
Cannes Indie Shorts Awards: Semi-Finalist for Animation Shorts
Crown Wood International Film Festival: Winner for Animated Short (under 40 minutes)
TAMIZHAGAM International Film Festival: Best Animated Short Film
Barcelona Planet Film Festival: Award Winner
Indie Cine Tube Awards: Winner of the Cine Vision Award for Best Screenplay
Lift-Off First-Time Filmmaker Sessions 2024: Official Selection
These accolades join an impressive roster of recognitions we've already celebrated, including selections and wins from prestigious festivals like Skiptown Playhouse, Caravan International Film Festival, and the Golden Bridge Istanbul Short Film Festival.
Your unwavering support has fueled our momentum. Together, we've reached incredible heights—and we're just getting started!
🚀 Big News: Andrews Bernard Award
I'm ecstatic to announce that The Entropy Code is competing for the prestigious Andrews Bernard Award, sponsored by none other than Steven Soderbergh. This incredible opportunity offers up to $100,000 in completion funds and invaluable insights from Steven himself. Winning could eliminate the need for a Kickstarter campaign and propel The Entropy Code to new horizons.
To make this a reality, I need your help! We require as many ratings and stakes as possible from the Decentralized Pictures community. If you'd like to support us, please visit our project page here: https://app.decentralized.pictures/project/66550087ac692bc5690bc3d2
Your engagement could make all the difference!
🎨 Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes
We've been hard at work, and some exciting scenes are nearing completion. To give you a glimpse of what's to come, I'm sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes stills. This GIF captures the depth, detail, and passion infused into every frame. Check them out and let me know what you think!
🙌 Community Milestone: 200+ Facebook Members
Our Facebook group has surpassed 200 members, marking the largest growth we've seen yet! Thank you for joining, sharing, and contributing to the vibrant discussions that fuel our creative process. Let's keep the momentum going—spread the word, and let's see how much our community can grow before the year ends!
🦃 Thanksgiving Reflections
As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let's consider how The Entropy Code mirrors our own experiences. We all contribute pieces of ourselves to the table of creativity, offering something for others to enjoy and contemplate. Let's honor the beauty and complexity of creation while acknowledging the effort it takes.
And remember: if your favorite candidate didn't win this election season, they probably won in an alternate simulation. 😉
See You in December!
With so much on the horizon—including more festival news, behind-the-scenes reveals, and the results of the Andrews Bernard Award—I can't wait to share what's next. Until then, enjoy the holiday season, and remember, the simulation is only as real as we make it.
Warm wishes,
Narottama Panitz
Creator of The Entropy Code
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