"The movie is built on these people sharing their stories and baring their souls," said co-writer/producer Clint Bentley. "It only follows that they should have equity in the movie and have ownership over their own stories." This approach highlights the integral role of participants in art, ensuring that their experiences are duly represented and compensated.
"The model on 'Sing Sing' was first pioneered with Clint's film 'Jockey,' a structure built on parity and equity," said Kwedar. "The simplest way to put it is that everyone in our film, from the star of the movie, through our production assistants, all the way through post, we all worked for the same rate." This unique pay model challenges the conventional disparity in film production payments.
Kwedar and Bentley's philosophy addresses the longstanding inequities in indie filmmaking by establishing an 'ownership mentality' that empowers participants in both creative and financial aspects, emphasizing the importance of fair compensation across all roles in the production.
This model seeks to create not just a collaborative atmosphere but also a transformative experience for everyone involved, allowing for genuine storytelling and connection through the rehabilitation program at Sing Sing.
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