In the Forest of Nisene Marks

A family of deaf clowns leads an idyllic life until one tragic day

Background

Encounters Films Collective’s first time working with an outside director and writer to bring this heartwarming story to life.

Credits (imdb)

Executive ProducerLucas A. Ferrara, Anna and Brett Crockett, Robin Carlson, Nick and Gini Nichols
ProducerStuart Locklear, David Usner, Bill Shupp, Rosemary Griggs, Jason Leal, Antonio Forenza, Vanessa Landin
DirectorJason Leal
WriterRosemary Griggs
Associate ProducerTyler McKenna, Kristen O’Brien
Cast
Sophie (child)Zoe Burford
MomAmber Zion
DadChris DeSouza
Sophie (adult)Gungaa Tuvshinbat
Homeless ManEdwin Richards
ThiefAntonio Forenza
Tourist HusbandTaylor Sublett
Tourist WifeRosemary Griggs
Bike MessengerMichael Locke
DrummerBernard Burford
Crew
1st Assistant DirectorVanessa Landin
Director of PhotographyStuart Locklear
1st Assistant CameraBill Shupp
Production DesignerTyler McKenna
Set DresserAnrattanna “AT” Tourn
Script SupervisorFiona Montgomery
Acting ConsultantDavid Usner
Acting AssistantMaeve Montgomery
Hair, Makeup, WardrobeTammy Berlin
GafferJohn Quick
Covid CzarRosemary Griggs
Production SoundMichael Locke
Craft ServicesAbas Kareem, Pat Usner
Data WranglerEmma Cranston
SecurityAntonio Forenza
ASL InterpreterRoberto Santiago, Bernard Burford
EditorBill Shupp
ColoristMarie-Noëlle Marquis
Re-Recording MixerBill Shupp
MusicSpencer Spivy
Visual EffectsBill Shupp
Public Relations ConsultantKristen O’Brien
Casting DirectorJune Griffin

Shot on location in Novato, California.

Technical Specs

  • Aspect Ratio – 1.85:1
  • Resolution 3840 x 2076
  • Camera – Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
  • Run time: 14:53

Dates

Principal Photography8/1/2022, 8/5/2022-8/8/2022, 10/2/2022
Film Completed9/5/2023