THE BUFF TEAM
Written & Directed by Christopher Gessner
Starring Jena Malone · Joshua Close · Clyde the Buffalo
Director of Photography Sean Bagley
Edited by Katharine McQuerrey
Original Score by Kevin Kiner
Production Designer Lorus Allen
Costume Designer Greg LaVoi
Executive Producers Julia Jackson · Sarah Hay · Matt Bieler
Produced by Nicole Johnston · Daniel Cummings · Christopher Gessner
Post Producer Tristan Waldroop
Stay tuned for the BUFF short film, coming soon with exciting film updates!
Filmed in Collaboration with the Pueblo de Cochiti
BUFF short film was filmed in partnership with the Pueblo de Cochiti, with the blessing of tribal leadership to film on sacred land. After meaningful consultation with the council, we discovered that our film’s environmental message aligns with their community values and land restoration mission.
Releasing “Clyde the Buffalo” against the Cochiti sunset, where buffalo once roamed freely, felt like a spiritual homecoming. We were also proud to cast a community member in an on-screen role.
As we move toward the feature, we are committed to providing film updates and deepening this partnership while supporting the Pueblo de Cochiti’s land restoration initiatives. Coming soon, we look forward to sharing more about our journey together.
POST PRODUCTION PARTNER
