The Alejandro Jodorowsky Kickstarter, launched mid-February 2015, will fund the prolific director's next venture, 'Poesía Sin Fin (Endless Poetry)." Keeping in theme with much of his previous work, Jodorowsky is offering fake money with his likeness on it as rewards for the Kickstarter campaign, which he is calling 'Poetic Money.'
The Alejandro Jodorowsky Kickstarter campaign page includes a lengthy appeal and explanation from the cult favorite director himself, explaining that this is his method of circumventing the "greed-riddled industry."
Jodorowsky is the director of the psychedelic classic 'The Holy Mountain,' which inspired Kanye West's 'Yeezus' tour, and has not directed a feature in 23 years.
The film will be shot in Santiago, and offers a unique take on the uses of Kickstarter to create a project free from the confines of the usual corporate sponsorship.
Crowdfunded Contemporary Films
The Alejandro Jodorowsky Kickstarter Will Fund His Next Movie
Trend Themes
1. Crowdfunded Films - The Alejandro Jodorowsky Kickstarter campaign showcases the trend of using crowdfunding platforms to fund contemporary films.
2. Alternative Funding Models - Jodorowsky's use of Kickstarter highlights the trend of using alternative funding models to bypass traditional film industry channels.
3. Disrupting Corporate Sponsorship - The 'Poesía Sin Fin (Endless Poetry)' film demonstrates the disruptive innovation opportunity of creating projects outside the usual confines of corporate sponsorship.
Industry Implications
1. Film - The film industry can explore the trend of crowdfunding to finance independent movies, making it more accessible for aspiring filmmakers.
2. Creative Arts - The use of alternative funding models like Kickstarter provides disruptive innovation possibilities for artists and creatives looking for funding for their projects.
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