Documentary "Vitalik: The Story of Ethereum" is about to have its world premiere

The documentary "Vitalik: An Ethereum Story" filmed by Vitalik Buterin has recently been officially announced to have its world premiere in September. This highly anticipated film delves into the life of Ethereum blockchain co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the transformative journey of his innovative projects. The film is part of the "Ethereum Stories" series, a series of short films that will also be released in September 2024.

The documentary took more than three years to make, and directors Zach Ingrassi and Chris Temple, who previously directed Memenomics, began filming in 2021 after meeting Vitalik. Through the Mirror.xyz crowdfunding platform, the project received 1,035.96 ETH, equivalent to $2.9 million in support. The film not only documents technological progress, but also highlights the people and emotions driving the Ethereum movement.

Source: Ethereum Stories "Vitalik: An Ethereum Story" documentary excerpts

Vitalik Buterin and the Journey of Ethereum

The documentary "Vitalik: The Ethereum Story" showcases key moments from 2021 to 2023, including the NFT craze, geopolitical turmoil, and Ethereum 2.0's major software upgrade. The directing team hopes that through the film, community members, cryptocurrency enthusiasts and skeptics can understand and feel the story of Ethereum.

The film’s official trailer will premiere on the Zora network on July 23, and viewers can support the film’s release by minting tokens. The on-chain ticketing event will begin on July 26, with ticket holders able to watch the documentary on ethereumfilm.xyz for 30 days.

The world premiere will take place on September 18 and will be released in theaters around the world in the fall. The documentary will also be available on traditional streaming platforms in the winter of 2024 and 2025, accompanied by an extensive marketing campaign aimed at expanding the impact of the feature film beyond the cryptocurrency community.

The power of the Ethereum community

Production on the documentary began in 2021, with the filmmakers experiencing the power of decentralization through crowdfunding on the Mirror platform. Capturing the life of Vitalik Buterin, starting with his journey to co-founding Ethereum at age 19, the film allows community members to learn about blockchain from the perspective of those most invested in keeping it alive and evolving endlessly.

Image source: Clip from Ethereum Stories "Vitalik: An Ethereum Story"

During the filming, the cameras witnessed the NFT craze in 2021, the rise and fall of different blockchains and exchanges (such as the collapse of the TerraLUNA blockchain and FTX), and the move of Ethereum from Proof of Work (PoW) to a more energy-efficient one. The process of Proof of Stake (PoS).

The director said that despite the chaos in the cryptocurrency industry from 2021 to 2023, Vitalik remains a stable and visionary leader committed to creating an open and accessible network.

The documentary will be released in five stages

According to the announcement, the documentary will be released in five stages:

  • Phase 1: Trailer launch – July 23: The trailer will be available for user casting on Zora. Each casting will provide funds for the release of the film. The official will also launch a casting ranking challenge, where the top casters will be selected. Participants can enjoy rewards such as participating in the premiere of the documentary and naming credits at the end of the film.

  • Phase 2: On-chain ticketing pre-sale – July 26: Through Base’s on-chain ticketing system, users can watch the documentary on ethereumfilm.xyz, which will also be powered by Gathr’s decentralized, community-driven platform, premiering in more than 250 locations around the world.

  • Phase 3: Global Release – September 18th: Ticket holders will have 30 days to watch the documentary at ethereumfilm.xyz, and the global Ethereum community will be able to see the documentary via premiere on screens in locations around the world. The group gathers together.

  • Phase 4: Extended Theatrical Exhibition – Fall 2024: Bringing communities together through live events and film screenings.

  • Phase 5: Mainstream Streaming Premiere – Winter 2024/2025: The film will be available on traditional streaming platforms around the world at a time to be determined.

Vitalik: The Ethereum Story is more than a documentary, it is a movement that is redefining how stories are told and shared. This documentary allows the audience to understand the story and humanity behind the Ethereum community through the perspective of Vitalik Buterin. I hope that the audience will not only watch this film, but also participate in this change.