Elevate Kids and InFilms Design
presents
Chasing the Sky
A film by
Scot Stewart
(2021, USA, Documentary, English, color, 114 mins, 2.35:1, stereo)
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LOGLINE
When two ordinary people attempt the extraordinary.
SYNOPSIS
It was the summer of 2020. Melinda and Doug McCaw attempted to run the entire Colorado Trail, 490 miles, in just 18 days. That is the equivalent of more than a marathon a day for 18 days straight! Add the additional challenge of the elevation gain of almost 90,000 feet and you have a significant feat. The thing is, Doug and Melinda are not marathon runners, in fact, they’ve never run a marathon. They are an ordinary couple from the small town of Grand Junction, CO, that loves the outdoors, enjoys trail running and loves to help kids succeed. What would make them think they could accomplish this? The run was a personal challenge to see how far they could push their minds and bodies but soon turned into a fundraiser to help support nonprofit organizations that support and benefit kids. The McCaw’s have now formally filed for the non-profit status for their organization, Elevate Kids.
FILMMAKER’S STATEMENT: SCOT STEWART
During my career as a filmmaker, I have witnessed remarkable events. I don’t believe any will influence me as much as watching Doug and Melinda McCaw in their quest to run the entire Colorado Trail in 18 straight days. The human perseverance and self-discipline were amazing to see, and I cannot say that I’ve seen it at this level in my lifetime.
Chasing The Sky is my favorite project to date. Spending 18 days in the high country of Colorado changes a person… for the better. I will not soon forget the absolutely amazing views I experienced while shooting this film nor will I forget two amazing people in Doug and Melinda I got to know well, and became friends with, while working on this project.
~ Scot Stewart
THE FILMMAKERS
LARRY SEIBERT
PRODUCER
Born June 21, 1947, in Los Angeles, California. Worked at MGM and Desilu, Culver City. California. Producer for Don Stern Productions, Inc., Hollywood, California, 1976-1986. Formed InFilms & Design 1977 to present. Over 50 years in the film business in all aspects of production, including: Production, Editing, all technical positions on a film crew. Former member I.A.T.S.E. Local #62 & #728, includes all technical positions on a stage crew. President of InFilms & Design producing corporate films, commercials, animation and graphic design. My capacities have required that I work closely with both client and crew, which in many instances has been as few as 2 and up to as many as 35 or 40 or more, small budgets to large. I interact well with everyone and work toward the common goal of the successful completion of the project. I have an unwavering concern for quality and a strong attention to detail. I have always been known for being on time and budget. I have never failed to deliver the project. I am very much a team player. I have been a board member and past President of the Grand Junction Area Film Commission, a non-profit organization designed to attract film production to the Grand Valley. You may contact the current Director, Ms. Lana Turrou at 1-970-245-0562 if you have questions. (Board Members Included: Karen Berryman, Brook Blaney, Nancy Ellyson, Gay Hammer, Clyde Jorgenson, Wendel McConnell, Jane Prinster, Hank Schoch, Rick Schroder, Sylvia Spangler, Lana Turrou, Greg Walcher).
SCOT STEWART
DIRECTOR
Scot has been producing broadcast television and independent video for almost 30 years with much of that experience coming as Creative Director for network television affiliates. Scot's production work has earned him numerous broadcast production awards including Best Commercial Spot of the year and Best Promotional Campaign of the year.
Scot was born and raised in Western Colorado. It was in 1976 that Scot realized his love for film. The second he stepped foot out of the theater where Rocky was playing, he knew he wanted to be part of creating films that would trigger the emotion he was feeling at the moment. 9 years later, Scot graduated from Central High School in Grand Junction, CO. and shortly thereafter joined the Army Reserve, hoping to use his GI Bill to attend Film School.
In 1989, Scot packed a bag of clothes and moved to Northern California in hopes to start a career in filmmaking. Scot spent 3 years in the Northern California area, attending the Film/Video Production Program at De Anza College in Cupertino, CA. There he began to learn the craft of telling compelling and engaging stories. It was Scot's opportunity to work on the sets of Terminator 2 and Raising Cain that solidified his love of filmmaking and set his career in motion. in 1992, Scot moved to the Southern California area to pursue his career closer to Hollywood, the film capitol of the world.
It was the birth of Scot's son Jacob in 1996 and the desire to raise him near family that triggered the decision to pack the U-Haul and move back to his home town of Grand Junction, Colorado. Once back home, Scot found opportunities in the Creative Services field of the Broadcast Television industry. Scot has spent nearly 20 years as the Creative Services Director for the major network affiliates. Scot now works full time with InFilms & Design where he produces videos for clients all over the country including recently working as the Director of Photography on a music video for the Grammy Award winning band Great White. InFilms & Design resources were used to shoot the principal photography on the project.
CREDITS
DIRECTED BY
SCOT Stewart
PRODUCED BY
LARRY Seibert
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
DOUG II and MELINDA McCaw
EDITED BY
SCOT Stewart
TODD E. Braley
DIRECTORS OF PHOTOGRAPHY
SCOT Stewart
CHAD Mahlum
MUSIC BY
JAMES Williams
“Chasing the Sky”
WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY
JAMES Williams
LINE PRODUCER
HEATHER Carson
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
IAN Thomas
NARRATION
Pat (Butcher) Bybee - The Vault 100.7
MAPS PROVIDED BY
Google Maps
Featuring
Doug McCaw II
Melinda McCaw
Doug McCaw Sr
Doniese McCaw
Alison McCaw
Trainer/Coach – Allen Russell
John Wolfswinkel
Selma Wolfswinkel
Keith Byers
Chiropractor – Dr. Shayla Lobdell DC
Acupuncturist – Thomas Lynch, L.Ac., MTOD, JD
Bowen Therapist – Janelle Maurin
Sarah Schwabe – KKCO 11 News
Rob Hagan – KREX5 News
Caitrin Assaf – KREX5 News
Crew
Additional Cinematography
Doug McCaw II
Melinda McCaw
Larry Seibert
Doug McCaw Sr.
Alison McCaw
Camera Operators
Scot Stewart
Chad Mahlum
Larry Seibert
Additional Music by
Mateus Brandao
Colorado trail Vignette Script Writer
Jake Stewart
Publicity and Marketing
Heather Carson
A Very Special Thanks
The Colorado Trail Foundation
Gray Television, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
This film was made possible with the support of
Nielson Hardwoods – Producing Sponsor
Doug & Doniese McCaw – Contributing Sponsor
TLC Pipeline Construction, Inc. – Contributing Sponsor
Scott Garoutte on behalf of 20 Sleeps West – Contributing Sponsor
All Pro Moving – Donor
Melanie M. Berk CPA, LLC – Donor
RCB Associates – Donor
Greatland Log Homes – Donor
Center for Accelerated Healing – Donor
Dolores River Campground – Donor
Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center – Donor
Songs
“Chasing the Sky”
Written and performed by James Williams (Williams Brothers Band)
“Of Ink (Instrumental)”
Performed by Outland
“Documentary – P5"
Performed by Cергей Гладков
“Relaxing Acoustic Guitar”
Performed by ZingDog
“Fault Lines”
Performed by ZDay
“Documentary Piano No 29”
Performed by Soundsvisual
“Ambient Calm”
Performed by MV Production
“Documentary Cinematic”
Performed by Lindsjo Music
“Thoughtful”
Performed by Lindsjo Music
“Deep Documentary”
Performed by LaRepeticion
Documentary – P5
SG Music Productions
COPYRIGHT @2021
Doug and Melinda McCaw
All Rights Reserved
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Duplication, distribution, or exhibition may result
In civil liability and criminal prosecution.
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