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A behind-the-scenes look into a documentary about the rise, fall, and comeback of cryptocurrencies.

Zero Sum follows the journey of a college drop-out who becomes fixated on striking it rich in the volatile world of cryptocurrencies. Alongside his cousin, they set out to make a documentary about those who have made fortunes in the crypto industry.

Their innocent project takes a dangerous turn when they become entangled in a high- stakes game of market volatility, fraudulent organizations and government regulators.

  • We embarked on a journey to make a documentary about the evolution of Bitcoin and we ended up stranded in Mexico without enough funds to finish the shooting the project.

    The events lead to a falling out between the documentary crew, which was caught on camera.

    We decided to shoot an explanation of what had happened in hopes of raising funds to complete the documentary to include the behind the scenes of what took place.
    A series of twists and turns lead us to meeting interesting people along the way, allowing us to raise additional financing to complete the documentary.

    ZERO SUM is about the making of a documentary about the rise and fall of cryptocurrencies.

  • We first shared the idea of making a documentary at Thanksgiving, but it was quickly shut down. The only lead we had was our former weed dealer, who used to charge us in Bitcoin ATM deposits in the early days of Bitcoin and the illegal online marketplace “The Silk Road”. The story later took us to a beach in Mexico.

  • Our former weed dealer wasn´t living the life we were hoping to document, so he put us in touch with people who were indeed, living the life. A few charming individuals later and we were deciding on whether to invest in risky cryptocurrency protocols or moving our US DOLLARS (FIAT) to online crypto banks. We ended up getting our funds locked up in an online crypto bank that promised great returns but turned out to be a ponzi that filed for Chapter 11.

  • We think it´s fair to say that the cryptocurrency market is enticing and can generate a strong dose of FOMO (fear of missing out) on the next opportunity. One could argue that our case of FOMO became strong enough to land us in the predicament of having our funds locked up. The documentary touches on what has been dubbed as “The Crypto Contagion” ranging from the downfall of the crypto market caused by a domino effect of major crypto exchanges and banks.

Decentralizing the film production process involves community engagement to decide on important decisions.

Explore the film project, watch the teaser and venture into the rabbit hole of collaborative filmmaking with ZERO SUM.
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The Narrator
The Narrator

VJ is more than just a character; he’s the spirit of this story and its journey, a figure born from the real world and shaped by imagination, collaboration, and technology. His origins are rooted in an authentic encounter, but his evolution is a testament to the process of creation itself—a process we’re letting you witness in real time.

From the moment he stepped into our lives with his Miles Davis t-shirt, cowboy hat, and self-proclaimed status as the “Mayor of Silver Lake,” VJ’s presence has been undeniable. He’s an urban cowboy with a quiet swagger and a wisdom that echoes in every word. But what makes him unique is not just who he is, but how he’s becoming. We didn’t just capture him; we’re building him.

Using AI as a tool, we’ve taken the essence of VJ and molded it into a visual and narrative identity. It’s not about replacing the man—it’s about exploring how the intangible can be made tangible, how inspiration can translate into creation. VJ started as a voice in our heads, narrating fragments of this story, and through AI, we’ve crafted a visual character that embodies his charm, his grit, and his philosophy.

This isn’t just about a character for a film. It’s about letting you, the audience, see the layers of how a story comes together, the notes that aren’t played but linger in the air, building anticipation. VJ began in the teaser, as a glimpse of what’s to come, but his evolution doesn’t stop there. By the time you meet him fully formed in the film, you’ll know the road he’s traveled, from the spark of an idea to the living, breathing presence on screen.

In a way, VJ mirrors the very ethos of this project—how collaboration, technology, and creativity can work in harmony to craft something greater than its parts. His story isn’t just the one we’re telling; it’s also the one we’re living as we build this world together. And like any great jazz composition, the beauty lies in how it all comes together, one note at a time.

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It all begins with an idea.

The Adventure Of A Lifetime
The Adventure Of A Lifetime

It all begins with an idea.

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It all begins with an idea.

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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.