How have the script and film evolved over the course of their development?

RK: Abhi (my co-director) and I wrote the script in about a day. It was probably the fastest pages we’ve written. The biggest evolution was the visual effects. We collaborated with really talented artists - Indrajeet Sisodiya and

Mohamad Kobeissy - who helped take us from a practical prop to giant CGI balloons. In the editing room, we also cut out a lot of dialogue. The visuals conveyed the emotion better than words could.

RM: The overall flow and ideas of the script hadn’t changed much, but when you get an actor into the role their personal perspective can have a profound impact. We were really fortunate to cast James Acton, he brought a sincerity to the role that was both comforting and sad.

What type of feedback have you received so far?

RK: At the premiere, we heard a lot of gasps and laughs in the audience. As a director, that’s what I love. Abhi and I agreed that we never want people to just sit there. Good or bad we want them to feel something.

RM: Overall positive. A lot have been impressed that we were able to make a believable character, that the entire film was surprising to the audience. The premiere was magical!

Has the feedback surprised or challenged your point of view?

RK: Yes! There has been a lot of surprising feedback. We’ve got everything from poetic to fucked up to hilarious. One person told Abhi that they nearly lost a child and completely understood what Eli’s character was going through. That last one was probably one of the most rewarding things to hear.

RM: I expected more controversial reactions but so far only a couple of people didn't fully understand the message of the film. I’m hoping that a wider audience will enjoy it and if there is any feedback, positive or negative, I’d love to hear it.

What are you looking to achieve by having your film more visible on www.wearemovingstories.com?

RK: We want people to watch it!

RM: Definitely to expand our audience to more people who LOVE film-like on We Are Moving Stories.