Looking for funding to complete a documentary based on the true story of the book. Finding Octave: The Untold Story of Two Creole Families and Slavery in Louisiana. The documentary is called Reconnect. In the documentary which features, professors, historians and jazz experts I reconnect the Pavageau family that left New Orleans for Mexico before the Civil War with the Pavageau family that stayed in the states. Through the history of my family, the documentary highlights the musical tradition and civil rights advocacy of numerous musicians who were at the forefront of jazz. Along with documentarian Doug Harris we have created a 10 minute trailer that is available for viewing. We also have a prospectus for the film completed. I was reaching out to this group to see how to get funding outside of our PBS affiliate KVIE and Louisiana Public Television to get wider distribution of the documentary. Any ideas?
Financing / Crowdfunding : Funding a documentary about the true story of jazz musicians and their involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. by Nick Douglas
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Hi Nick - this sounds like a really terrific and powerful film. And your family connection makes It even more so. I recommend taking a look at this Stage 32 webinar hosted by award winning filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper called "How You Can Partner With Brands To Make Your Documentary".
Deborah is so knowledgeable and accomplished. Here's a link so you can check it out: https://www.stage32.com/webinars/How-You-Can-Partner-With-Brands-To-Make...
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Nick , this sounds like a really interesting story! How cool.
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The documentary is just one of the stories in the book. I have been pitching another story as a feature film but the book would make a great series for TV or streaming.
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My kind of movie. I'm excited to see it, Nick. Wish you the very best!
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Nick Douglas you should definitely check out WeFunder.com - I know several folks who’ve raised serious film and startup dough there. It IS a process but it is also a terrific platform.
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That's the second WeFunder recommendation I've heard this week, Fran Harris. The first one was here: www.stage32.com/lounge/fundraising/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-7-11-to-7-12-How-...
WeFunder definitely sounds like it's worth checking out, Nick Douglas.
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Nick Douglas firstly Nick. Congratulations on the development so far. Secondly, what a great project. What inspired this baby into being?
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Thanks Fran!
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Geoff Hall. The documentary is based on my book Finding Octave": The Untold Story of Two Creole Families and Slavery in Louisiana. My relatives were some of the earliest innovators and teachers of jazz. They just happened to be born in Mexico and came back just before jazz was beginning in Louisiana.
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What a fabulous idea. Will think on it. I also recommend this Stage 32 webinar on accessing brands to finance docs: https://www.stage32.com/education?p=8944906436915
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Are you doing a GoFundMe / similar campaign, Nick ? Love jazz genre - !! I know JEN has funding for jazz musicians- might want to look there shortly - ;-) There’s always some Washington historical grants - etc. Louisiana slavery and jazz music would be a good search.
SouthArts does funding for tours - as a side note - 1 -2 weeks -‘as a side note - for musicians. Good luck - !! Hope these ideas help.
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Nick Douglas wow, Nick. What an amazing family history you have. I’m looking forward to seeing it. Have you checked out Seed and Spark for film funding?
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Marsy Robinson. Two people have requested my script called the Petition based on a true story about Creoles from New Orleans before the Civil War influencing Lincoln. Have been working on making the true stories in my book Finding Octave into a series. I have several scripts ready. Just need the right person to pitch them to.
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I’d watch the heck outta that!
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Nick Douglas - are you looking for funding from Film or for Music companies?
There is Jazz for Peace- a good organization for funding musicians - they may help with your project .
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Nick Douglas, There's a great FREE Ask Me Anything today right here in the Financing Lounge with Michelle Alexandria, PGA Member, Executive Producer at Light Year Pictures, Head of Int. Sales & Acquisitions at 123 Go Films, & Stage 32 Thought Leader. Michelle is sharing her time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How to Pursue Development and Production Funds"
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