Blob - Award-Winning Film
Demonstrating his multifaceted filmmaking skills, Braden Pruss directed and produced Blob, an acclaimed short film highlighting the dual nature of technology—its challenges and benefits. His innovative direction and meticulous production crafted a visually engaging, thought-provoking narrative. Blob won Braden Pruss the Best Director award at London's Cine Circle Filmmaking Festival.
Creative Scope
Blob is a short film that highlights the potential for technology to do good, even if there are a few bumps along the way. The story follows the developer of an unintentionally controversial app that helps children with speech disorders.
Blob was shot in distinct, stylized modern locations, such as the iconic Los Angeles Public Library and a minimalist apartment in the Hollywood Hills. These settings were not just backdrops but integral parts of the film’s distinct visual style. This world can only be described as mid-century modern. Achieving this aesthetic was costly, making securing funding our first challenge. We succeeded in running a successful fundraising campaign on Indiegogo, surpassing our $10,000 goal by 110% in just 30 days.
Since Blob is an animated computer character, creating impressive and style-appropriate animation was imperative. In addition to working as the Producer and Director, I drew on my experience in application design and visual effects to eliminate the need to hire a visual effects studio. I designed, animated, and seamlessly composited every screen, interface, and mouse click in the film. Blob won London’s Cine Circle Film Festival Best Director Award thanks to its strong visuals, compelling narrative, and clearly executed artistic vision.
Credits
Awarded Best Director for Blob at London’s Cine Circle Filmmaking Festival
Director and Producer - Braden Pruss
Cinematographer - Felicitas Yang
Starring - Jacob Ellis, Sylvia Kolb, and Michelle Petrei
Music - Aaron McKay
Filmed in Los Angeles, California
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Off the Wall
Directing and producing Off the Wall, Braden Pruss unveiled the humorous yet poignant tale of Lenny's regret over parting with a cherished painting. This short film blends satire with deep emotional insights and highlights Braden's unique ability to merge humor with thought-provoking themes.
Creative Scope
Off the Wall is a short film that centers on Lenny’s regret after he sells his most treasured possession, an ugly painting that leaves a stark, empty spot on his wall. The film is a satire that portrays the lengths an obsessive man will go to restore structure to his life.
As the Director and Producer of Off the Wall, I managed the casting process, secured locations and permits, and negotiated SAG-AFTRA contracts. In addition to assembling a talented cast, which included Thomas F. Walsh, known for his role alongside Russell Crowe in A Beautiful Mind, I created a comprehensive 300-page production book. My alma mater, the New York Film Academy, has since adopted this production book as a teaching tool.
With a clear creative vision and intensive pre-production planning, I was able to attract and cast celebrated actor Jorge Consejo on the project. The result was a lauded short film featuring a notable cast set against the backdrop of New York. Off the Wall was praised for its unique cinematography, quirky style, and artistic vision.
Credits
Director - Braden Pruss
Line Producer - Rhys Kimmitt
Cinematographer - Felicitas Yang
Starring - Zach Stephens, Thomas F. Walsh, and Tom Ashton
Filmed in New York, New York
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BRADEN PRUSS - SELECTED WORKS