RISING | VERZACHE
"Rising: Verzache" takes us on a captivating journey alongside Zach Farache, a talented Canadian producer/artist who grapples with profound self-confidence issues stemming from his appearance and body image. Despite his undeniable talent, Zach finds himself trapped as a "faceless" artist for a considerable period, burdened by self-doubt and insecurities. His story serves as a poignant reminder that men, too, confront their own unique battles with self-acceptance and body image. Through introspection and unwavering determination, Zach breaks free from the suffocating cycle of self-hatred, defying his own limitations, and ultimately discovering the path to success.
Awards/Press:
2023 Berlin Commercial Shortlist Nominee - Best Unscripted, Direction, Editing, Cinematography, Sound, New Generation Award & Use of Sound & Music
2023 Beyond The Short - Official Selection
CREDITS
Best Electric: Mike Arena
Best Grip: Priam Thomas
Sound Recordist: Graeme Barrett
Sound Mixer: Brian Gallant
Key PA: Mahan Films
DIT: Nick Garel Jones
Editor: Avery Stedman
VFX: Rene Gibson
Graphics: Desiree Deleau
Colorist: Clinton Homuth // Artjail
Color Assist: Austin Tang
Color Producer: Allison Maxwell
Massive thanks to Ontario Camera, Daniel Shojaei, Matt Papasan, Brad Cohen & Stevie Camacho.
Client: JUNOS
Director: Avery Stedman
Written by: Avery Stedman & Zach Farache
Exec Producer: Danielle Sanford
Producer: Mike Falco
Co-Producer: Rinku Das Gupta
Production Coordinator: Carly Fiset
DP: Adam Madzryk
Gaffer: Liam Vanderploeg
Key Grip: Spencer Johnson
1st AC: Shane Pikelin
2nd AC: Carina Cheung
Production Designer: Selina Nagales
Carpenters: Trak5
Art Assist: Jed Montemayor