So, I'm producing my first feature film, a romantic comedy called Chocolate is Not Better than Sex. It would be ideal to get it all crowdfunded, of course. But, I'm open to many different options. I do know one thing, we are definitely shooting in December. I wondered who here may be open to coming aboard a few days, donating time, locations, equipment, etc, if need be.
Producing : Chocolate is Not Better than Sex - Feature Rom Com by Aleisha Brooks
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Hi Aleisha, good luck with the shoot. Great attitude to just get it done no matter what. I've shot a few of mine not knowing how it would happen, but it always came together. Don't know if you're looking for talent still, but if you are there are a few phenomenal actors I know in LA. Lonye Perrine, Deitra Leak and if you're looking for someone who may be able to help with locations Reggie Gaskins, he owns his own film company and has shot some great feature films. They're all on FB. Good luck!
Oh thank you so much for the referrals! I'll look them up! :D
Hi Aleisha, not sure if I can be of help but feel free to contact me.
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That's kind of unfair, Alle. By stating that she'd love to crowd-fund the entire project and asking for freebies, it's clear that Aleisha's probably new to producing, but to question her script is actually pretty insulting. If Aleisha's a first-time director, producing the project herself is likely the only way she can get to direct it herself - and I'll take my hat off to that! Aleisha, my advice would be to get an experienced A.D. and Production Manager to help make things operate smoothly and a good make-up artist. For your genre, wardrobe is going to be important too. Good luck with it all, but if you really can't get access to funding, it may be best to shoot a scene with others' help and sit down after the edit to decide if it's something you'd all want to commit to; in the worst-case scenario you'd have a scene to shop around and those who gave their time would have a show reel.
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My argument here is that sometimes, more people need to just say, "F*** it..." and try to make things happen. You may not end up with a film that could be sold, but students and those wanting to get involved in film could learn from the experience, and that's more than would happen if you did nothing.
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Cd the funny thing is is she's an award winning film and TV producer. An attitude of I'm going to get it done regardless just speaks to determination. Every filmmaker I know has this attitude. And plenty of well know filmmakers and directors have made films when all of the money wasn't in place or they used their own. Furthermore to ask for help with locations etc doesn't speak to a novice it just says I need to be smart about how I spend my money. Why would anyone pay for a location or equipment if they don't have to? That's where having and building relationships comes into play. If you have a location I can use for free hell yes. Got equipment I can borrow, thank you very much. Know someone who can do craft services or can donate a few things including time even better.
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Good for you. I may be right on your heels. Tired of waiting for the town to be impressed, especially when dealing with agents and suits, who couldn't care less about me or my project. Your attitude is the future of all indie producers. Just go out and get it done. Robert Rodriguez said the same thing to me 18 years ago on a Showtime film set. He makes more sense than ever. Excuse the cliche, but it's true - If you build it, they will come. We also need more comedy features. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to stay in touch.
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Aleisha, you should definitely post in the JOBS section as well!
Steven I got tired of waiting to be "discovered." How much time do you waste doing that? Heck if you're in Cali why not work on her stuff, she reciprocates and works on yours. That's how we as indie filmmakers get it done. As an actor I never waited on my agent to ring my phone with an audition. I took Bill Dukes advice when he said if you want to be in a film then go make one. Get some great people and talent that's ready to work and make a quality product and just do it.
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Good words, Floyd. Words to live by. Thanks for posting!
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Apologies, Floyd..., if my misconstruction offended anyone - I thought that the O.P. was asking for people to donate every weekend for the next year of their lives to help her make a film and/or donate to crowd-fund the whole thing! There's a huge difference between "give me $300,000" and "let me use your office/living room for a scene". To be honest, asking for free locations is plain smart (though many probably don't have a clue what they could be letting themselves in for... (dozens of strangers taking over your house, moving the furniture around, running wires all around the place, queuing to use the toilet, etc. But then, some people may just enjoy the event and brag to their mates how Chocolate's Not Better Than Sex was filmed in their living room). But sincerely, the best of luck on this endeavour and I'd love to see the end result.
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Oh no, no apology need sir. I knew exactly what you were saying, i actually agree with everything you said. I just commented because so often people make assumptions about where people are in their careers without doing proper research. As you so eloquently stated its an insult and unfair to assume someone is new just because they're asking for help with a project. I would think anyone would ask for help to save on their bottom line, I know I have and great people have helped me save thousands with locations, equipment, etc. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product myself.