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The Project

Safe place

medicaptain x quartermaster creative

Writer & director

Two soccer players move through Brooklyn, rediscovering the joy of the game when fear is taken out of the equation.

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The Approach

The Approach

We wanted to create something high-energy that captures the joy of the game - the feeling of freedom that comes from letting go and simply playing. Rather than focusing on performance or pressure, the film centers on movement, emotion, and connection to the ball.
 

To heighten that feeling, we paired real-world moments with refined studio elements, creating contrast and rhythm. Together, these spaces reflect both the raw, playful side of soccer and the clarity that comes when fear is removed, allowing joy to take the lead.

Credits

The Credits

Director & Concept by Kelly McKay

 

Executive Produced by Quartermaster Creative

 

Produced by Nicole Palermo

 

Shot by Eurica Yu

 

AC - Chaoming Xue

 

Editor & Colorist - Victor Candela

 

Athletes - Keyla Jaen, Ianko Fabian Joseph

 

PA - Andy Singer

 

Treatment Design by - Takt Visual Studio

 

Casting by Josh Dean

 

Soccer balls provided by Gisela

 

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CONTACT

 kellyomckay(at)gmail.com

© 2026 by Kelly McKay. All Rights Reserved.

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