Adult Essence is a project that came to be after watching films like Can't Hardly Wait and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. We are currently within the main phases of post-production along with a single day of pick ups still ahead of us.

The film follows Jeanie Ghosh, a girl that was once wild and unpredictable in her adolescence, as she attends her high school reunion's after party. To her dismay, she runs into her old fling, the ex-football star, Nicholas Weston.

The film was written and directed by Rachel Lotlikar
Produced by David Linthicum
Shot by Mark Hutchings
Starring Rachel Lotlikar and Zach Ruchkin
Animations by Uriel Cruz

The working title card for the start of the film. This screen capture is an in progress work that I, Rachel, the director, have been concocting with my animator, Uriel Cruz.

A screen cap from a pivotal moment in the film between to two main characters. After being without contact for years, Jeanie and Nicholas end up face to face at their high school reunion’s after party. This shot perfectly encapsulates the feelings surrounding seeing someone you have unfinished business with.

In the current state of post-production, we are working hard with our animator to create a unique style of filmmaking. Pictured here is the work of our animator, Uriel Cruz, as we have brainstormed ways to incorporate a sketchy feel for the film.

During production, we were blessed to have so many hands on this film. We accrued a cast and crew of around 50 people, all of which were working completely on a volunteer basis. This film was made with zero budget and people spent their own money on the little things that made this film run smoothly.
The production of Adult Essence was a lively, beautiful and amazingly fun event. Every person involved gave their all and then some. The film wouldn’t have been possible without every single person that helped make it come to life.