Dear Mr. Linklater,
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Bryce, and I’m part of the team at ReLeaf, a community-led initiative dedicated to transforming Austin's public spaces into vertical gardens. These living installations not only provide sustenance but also serve as vibrant canvases, telling the evolving story of our city.
Your work, particularly Boyhood and Dazed and Confused, has become an essential part of Austin’s cultural fabric, reflecting the spirit and uniqueness of our community. The theme of time and transformation in Boyhood especially resonates with our mission at ReLeaf, as we focus on the natural progression and growth within urban spaces.
I’m writing to invite you to collaborate with us on a unique project, one that we believe could beautifully intertwine your cinematic legacy with Austin’s physical landscape. Imagine the iconic locations from your films being linked to ReLeaf’s vertical gardens, extending the stories you’ve told into the very fabric of our city’s green spaces. This could be a natural extension of the 12-year filming process of Boyhood—with the narrative continuing as our gardens grow, evolving along with the city.
Such a project would not only honor your work but also bring these film locations to life in a new, greener context, creating a powerful symbol of Austin’s commitment to sustainability and community connection. Just as Mason evolves in Boyhood, so too would these spaces, symbolizing our city’s progression toward a more sustainable future.
If this idea sparks your interest, I would love to discuss it further. ReLeaf is flexible and creative, and we are passionate about partnering with fellow Austinites who are equally committed to enhancing our city.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need additional information. I hope you’ll consider this invitation to create something truly unique for the city we both love.
Looking forward to the possibility of collaborating on something meaningful.
Warm regards,
Bryce
ReLeaf Cooperative
🚮 W.A.S.T.E.: Words Assisting Sustainable Transformation & Ecology
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Boyhood | |
| Dazed and Confused | |
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| Matthew McConaughey | |
| Richard Linklater | |
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