Vitalik Buterin’s Ethereum Journey to Unfold in New Documentary

"Vitalik: An Ethereum Story," a highly anticipated documentary, is set to premiere in September, offering an intimate portrayal of Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of the Ethereum blockchain, and the transformative evolution of his pioneering project.

Part of the broader “Ethereum Stories” initiative, the documentary is accompanied by a series of short films scheduled for release in September 2024.

Directed by Zach Ingrassi and Chris Temple, known for their work on “The Meme Economy,” the film has been in production for over three years, capturing pivotal moments in Ethereum’s journey. It was funded through the crowdfunding platform Mirror.xyz, raising 1,035.96 ETH (approximately $2.9 million).

“Vitalik: An Ethereum Story” explores technological advancements and the human narratives behind Ethereum’s global impact, aiming to engage viewers from within the crypto community and beyond.

The documentary’s official trailer will debut on July 23 on the Zora network, with an opportunity for viewers to support its distribution through token minting. Tickets for the on-chain screening event will go on sale on July 26 at ethereumfilm.xyz, ahead of its world premiere on September 18 and subsequent theatrical and digital releases in late 2024 and early 2025.

This documentary joins a growing wave of films exploring the crypto industry’s personalities and innovations, reflecting its rising prominence in mainstream media alongside projects like Bloomberg’s feature on Sam Bankman-Fried and Coinbase’s documentary on its own journey.