(Props: gregorybayne)
If there’s any MMA fighter who deserves to have a documentary made about him it’s Jens Pulver, who survived a profoundly abusive childhood and went on to become the UFC’s first 155-pound champion, but now faces his last ride after losing four straight fights in the WEC. The above clip is from a work-in-progress called Driven by filmmaker Gregory Bayne. If you watch it, you’ll most likely have a strong urge to see the whole thing. There’s one small problem: It’s not even close to finished, and Bayne needs funding to keep working on it. As he explains on Kickstarter.com:
Right now, supporters have pledged $1,045 of the $25,000 goal, with just 16 days until the deadline. So if you have any charity-money left after giving your life savings to Wyclef Jean, click on this link to read more about the project — and what each level of donation will get you in return — and hit that green "Back This Project" box to toss in a few bucks. Every little bit helps.








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commentsI know that there is a lot going on in the world today, and a lot of very immediate causes that absolutely deserve our attention, and our dollars. I also know that the down economy has affected many, in incredibly real, devastatingly profound ways. So, believe me I don't take it lightly when anyone chooses to back this film.
In that same spirit, I don't take the making of this film lightly either. I have a lot of respect for Jens, and want to do everything I can to make a film that is as remarkable as he is. Based on the emails I have been receiving, I know that he has already touched many lives. I believe that his story is at the same time heartbreaking, and utterly inspirational. (if you haven't read his book, I recommend doing so.) And, I humbly hope, that through the power of film he, and his story can receive the voice, and recognition they deserve, while reaching the people that need to hear his message of perseverance and triumph the most.
I can ensure that I am in no way being frivolous with the funds I am seeking. I can imagine the image that comes to mind when someone says 'filmmaker', I get it. I'm just a simple guy from Idaho, who happens to make films. At the end of the day I'm just trying to tell a story that I think matters.
Specifically in terms of why I am asking for the money, and doing it in this way. First, in regard to gear, on films you generally rent do to the high costs of equipment, as well, I'm an film editor by trade, so the majority of my equipment investment is in post production gear. Second, I did seek out financing, but, as we all know in this economy investment dollars are few and far between, especially for film, even more so for documentaries. So I, partnered with Jens, have taken this cause to the community at large.
I don't expect that everyone can contribute for a minute, and owe a deep debt of gratitude (and DVDs) to those that can and do.
Again, I appreciate all the comments here, positive or negative.
If anyone has any questions, don't hesitate to email me: greg(at)thislovelymachine(dot)com.
Thanks, everyone. Gregory Bayne
Looks like I am not the only one that believes you're a 'tard, UFC Fan, . . . your own family thinks of you as a disgrace.
That's Hilarious!
I donated 30 euro which is about 8415 dollars
He is just angry because he can not pleasure me properly. He's horrible at sex. I don't blame him though, I blame his small penis.
He doesnt know how to handle his anger so he takes it out on us and the internet
Jens, if I see you on the street, I'll fight you for what I have in my pocket... It might be $20 from Plasma clinic...
Fuck a movie... I didnt even read the book.
No disrespect, but really?
Sat, 01/16/2010 - 14:19
@UFC Fan
Please don't have children . . . your genes are worthless.
Good luck Jens, I will be rooting for you."
You must be right, my daughter just said to tell you to go take a flying fuck out a jet airplane....damn these kids nowadays, they are worthless.
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