A neighbor of mine is a filmmaker who is working on the most inspiring documentary I’ve seen in a long time. “Rise” is the story of a man Tyler Bastian met over a decade ago in Honduras. “Rise” is about Agustin, who is handicapped from polio, yet has spent 50 years building a surprisingly advanced helicopter out of re-bar, bicycle parts and wood. His dream to take flight has inspired us to capture his spirit, attitude, and perspective in an emotional film about determination and the purpose of life goals.
They are trying to raise money for the finishing funds for Rise. Their deadline is Sept. 11. They have raised a third of the funds, but they will only get it if they reach their goal.
In Tyler’s words:
Agustin said "Fifty years ago I picked this (the helicopter) to be my problem in life." He chose to look past all of his difficulties, his disability his poverty all of it, and focus all of his attention on his dream of flying. I can say he has succeeded. He hasn't literally flown however he has focused his life on something he values, the helicopter.
I can't say enough how thankful I am that people have backed this project. It means so much.
Last week I had the opportunity to sit down with fifty High School age youth. I showed them a rough cut of the film and had a short Q&A. One of the boys, after a thoughtful question, was asked by his teacher what the film was about. His reply was, "Wow, I don't know what to say. I think it is about so many things. It is about persevering no matter what your circumstances are."
I was inspired to back this film. It really doesn’t take much to do so. I’m appealing to support the production of this inspiring movie, to help it inspire others. Any little bit helps keep this dream alive.
View the link below to support “RISE:”
For more information about the film:
That man truely is an inspiration- I wish I had money to back this project! Is it really your neighbor that is making it?
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