Cream & Coffee

This short film is a romantic comedy with an edge to it. Though the overall theme is playful, it also features earnest subject matter that is a reality of any interpersonal relationship preparing to take the next step.

Twenty-something single women Lottie and Cleo are in what may colloquially be referred to as a “situationship”. When something happens out of Lottie’s control, she’s forced to have a frank conversation at Cleo’s behest. Through a painfully honest yet intimate conversation, they come to the conclusion that they could never appear “gross” to one another, along with the fact that they have basically been dating for a while (sans the exclusive label). Thus, they agree to make it official, and the film concludes with the start of their burgeoning relationship.

Visual Style / Outlook:

This film will be captured on the full frame Blackmagic PYXIS 6K, using 35mm and 50mm lenses for establishing and conversational shots, while a 75mm lens will capture tight shots between characters. The filmmakers hope to work with Helios, a Russian brand of vintage lenses that were popular in the 1980’s and now have had a resurgence as they produce a unique bokeh texture, giving low depth of field shots a dream-like quality to them, making Helios perfect for Cream & Coffee.

The film will be shot mid-morning through afternoon, with majority key light coming from windows or a sliding glass door. The dewy natural light represents the veil of mystery that most people first see a partner through in the beginning of a relationship. While this veil is inevitably broken, the native light may then become a positive symbol for the couple’s future together.

Comparable Materials: When Harry Met Sally meets Girls.

This film’s funding goal is $9,251.00 ! All donors will be acknowledged in the official film credits. Cream and Coffee is partnered with Filmmakers Collaborative, a 501(c)(3) organization. This means any donations made to the project are tax deductible.