FROM THE OFFICIAL PITCH DECK · GARNET MEDIA GROUP LLC
THE REAL DECK"Peace comes when we stand comfortably in our shoes."
"No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world."
Purpose
Jandals embodies difference, its approach is with care and confidence employing ‘best in class’. Progressive technology and cinematic expertise showcases a funny endearing story bringing forward the message of peace told through the eyes of our youth. It will ignite ‘on screen’ magic coupled with sounds from across the world to separate this special film from the ordinary and recurring themes of standard. The tale shares moments of true grit and truth, horror and humanity, the ugly and the simple yet honoring a common international dream. Truthfully, this is one story that defies odds and overcomes like Good Will Hunting, The Descendants and The Breakfast Club. As Robin Williams said, “No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world”.
Derived by legend, mirroring historical events, Jandals may indeed re-shape our vision of the future. To the heart of the conscious, this story will reveal personal barriers, create a revolution to compassion and strip back the essence of peace to a simple truth.
— THE PITCH DECK · PURPOSE
THE FILM SCRIPT — FESTIVALS & AWARDS TO DATE
IN THE NEWS — NORTHERN ADVOCATE (NZ) · AUG 30, 2026 →
WALKING IN TWOS
BY AMANDA ABIZAID & FRIENDS
Inspired by the words of Jandals and standing on its own merit — quoted as the next "We Are The World". A 2023 Grammy nomination for global influence (contemporary original song for positive change) and 2022 Global Song of the Year. Celebrating inclusion, mutual respect and our international young people.
Remix by Chuck Cymone (Cymone Music, Las Vegas) and Pyret Beats with Statement Music (Uganda) — it inspired performers pulled off stage during COVID to collaborate, and no one met in person. We made music! Executive producer Irene Gottlieb — Jandals' own author.
SPONSORED BY
- West Coast Black Theatre Troupe — SRQ
- Anne Frank Center USA — NYC
- Garnet Media Group Limited — NZ
- Rabbi Jonathan Katz — FL
"SAVE THE WORLD WITH A SMILE"
"Amanda is fabulous. Really! Check this out!"— STEPHEN STILLS
"In the spirit of world peace, Walking in Twos sings to us all"— MOLLY KYAKYO · PRESIDENT, FOODS FOR ENTEBBE
LISTEN — WALKING IN TWOS (DEMO)
THE CHARITABLE COMPONENT
The producers intend to create international charitable value — lifting up global youth in the countries highlighted in the film, starting with New Zealand.
Deck details courtesy of Garnet Media Group LLC. Song credits from the official "Walking in Twos" For Your Consideration one-sheet.
FROM THE AUDIENCE APPEAL STATEMENT · 15 JANUARY 2022
WHY IT REACHES PEOPLE"The answer to the ever-rising threat of global chaos is found in the youth of today."
"Jandals might just be that narrative that offers them a different perspective; that of peaceful dialogue."
"...remind them to take a step back and rethink their approach to people different from them so they can bring a positive impact to the world."
"Like Anne Frank, they too were underestimated by other adults, but it is them that manage to bring meaningful change."
A KEY SYMBOL THAT TIES THE FILM TOGETHER
"The reappearance of Anne Frank, her figure watching over our young friends while they grapple to communicate, drawing out compassion and patience to halt dark actions and violence."
The FX team at 4thWall FX is already playing with the technology to bring Anne's presence to the screen — an early test, straight from the workshop.
— EFSTRATIA-MARIA ZEIMPEKI · SCRIPT CONSULTANT, PROFESSIONAL SCREENWRITER · THESSALONIKI, GREECE