Week One: Kickstarter Case Study in Real Time

On Being Vulnerable and Getting Over It Cause We Got Things to Do.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from a week of crowdfund campaigning on this platform it’s this:

it’s really not that serious.

This was a hard-fought reaction, because I didn’t want to “campaign” on this platform.

I honestly would’ve rather robbed a bank.

I felt it was putting myself out there in a way I hadn’t done yet - asking people for money to help bring a vision you have to life is vulnerable in a different kind of way - and I didn’t want it to distort or change things between us.

But in the grand scheme of the vision and plans I have for my life -

this is such a small thing to ask.

And what I am increasingly grateful for is YOU as a part of my community - if you haven’t heard my “analytical, cinephile audience.”

That being said, if there’s one more thing I’ve learned from helping with the campaign to “buy Letterboxd,” even $10 goes a long way so if you’re able to contribute click here.

And if anything, help spread the word!

Send it to anyone you may know who would want to support a story like this.

Please Stay is short film exploring loneliness, identity, and the singular power of human connection.

WINS OF THE WEEK:

1. Project is 30% funded

2. Kingsley Vs. Screening Success

3. Please Stay was shouted out in FilmStack Daily Digest (thank you Courtney Romano)

NonDē 50 Films Project Update: PRESS! PITCH! POWER!

Rewards Breakdown:

Diliana and I were very intentional and specific about the kind of rewards we wanted to offer for this campaign. We didn’t want them to be gimmicky but wanted them to help expand upon and build community.

1. Virtual Writing Workshop: a short film screenplay workshop with Diliana and I. How to create the most impact in the shortest amount of time. $75. 20 slots open.

2. 1-on-1 Strategy Calls: Diliana has over a decade of experience as a line producer so if you need help with your film’s budget or anything to do with pre-production sign up for a one on one call with her! $100. 20 slots open each. I have been helping filmmakers with their marketing and distribution strategy for their films so whether you’re in pre-prod or post - it’s a good time to talk about your strategy. $100. 20 slots open each.

3. In-Person Private Screening Event: This one goes out to those in Los Angeles (or willing to fly out,) Diliana and I already have an event planned that will not only be an intimate screening of the film alongside the work of several film photographers to celebrate the artistry and craft of film. $250. 16 out of 20 slots left.

Thank you again for being a part of this community. Now let’s make some cinema.