MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Hi, I’m Jeremiah and I’m the writer/director of a new indie arthouse film entitled, A Stranger On Earth. The film is a narrative feature about the instincts, drives and desires surrounding change in our everyday lives. Or as I like to say, “all things change and we change with them.”
What does that mean you ask?
Well, the short version is that the film is based around a biblical tale as old as time.
The film tells a poetic coming of age story about a charming and industrious young boy who is mute but loves photography. His parents are split and he lives between households.
His mother, Irene, is struggling to cope psychologically as a single parent and she is in a constant battle with his Father. Irene desperately desires a change. This is where the biblical story comes in. When you desire something strong enough, the universe has a mysterious way of providing the opportunity.
In Irene’s case, this is a man shot with arrows of light, found in a field, resembling a saint. Is this her answer? Maybe, but this mysterious man has to find his place in all this confusion and maybe he isn’t who she wants him to be. And how does he relate to the young boy? And what does the father think about this new and strange man?
I don’t want to give away the whole story here as I want you to stay tuned. I want you to help me finish it, get it out there and enjoy it.
I have been working on this film for the last 6 years. Trying to bring this poetic story to light. Passion has kept it alive. There have been many obstacles and this is the final hurdle.
Let me update you on what’s already been done. The film has been shot. It has been edited and is in the final stages of post-production. We are trying to ready it for delivery and distribution. While we have the heart and dedication to see this through, we need your help. We want this film to be born into the world and don’t want this story to wait any longer.
Up until now, I have been the sole financial support of this film because I believe in this project. I believe in art, and that art is special, and that it should be shared with people. People like you.
What do we need your help with?
Well, for starters, the film has a temporary soundtrack and are looking to raise additional funds to properly license the music for use in film festivals and online distribution. Then there are funds needed for insurances, legal fees, copyright, subtitling, trailer, advertising and a modest film festival run.
In return for your donation to our campaign, our team has put together various VIP packages and incentives. Which you can check out in full detail on our campaign page.
When you come on as a supporter, and join the other “Strangers”, you become one of us, and as one of us, you also get to view our current in-house pre-release screening.
This project is over 90% complete. Help us make it to 100% and beyond. Be part of the team. Help us bring it to the world and share something special that might not make it in an otherwise overly commercial world. We aren’t some blue chip production house, we are the little guys. Telling stories that mean something. We are the poets, the artists, the makers and those that dare to dream. We have the passion, all we need is the funds.
Every donation brings us closer to our goal, and we thank you for anything that you can do. Please join the campaign and contribute, follow and share.
WHAT WE NEED
We are looking to raise finishing funds with a flexible goal of approximately $20,000+. Included below is a chart for easy reference on how the funds will be used. Should we exceed our goal, we will look for ways to benefit all those involved in the making of this film.
WHAT YOU GET
In addition to supporting the film with your contribution, we have many awesome perks for you. We have decided to enhance your contributions with original and one of a kind props from the film, so you can literally own a piece of this movie. We also have various add-ons and film merchandise. There are experiences and signed memorabilia. Truly, something for everyone. We want you to feel loved and important because with you this is possible.
- Exciting perks to show our many thanks!
- Access to the online Pre-Release Screening of the Film!
- Props, merchandise, signed memorabilia, T-shirts!
- VIP Festival Invites and Tickets!
- You make it all possible!
THE IMPACT
Your support directly makes a huge impact:
- It allows completion of the film and availability for distribution
- It allows for the film to be protected, licensed and legally sound
- It directly supports a filmmaking economy funding: artists, musicians, printers, lawyers, insurance agents, marketers, shippers, deliverers, and even this platform.
- It ensures that art remains Art!
RISKS & CHALLENGES
This project is over 90% complete. The creative work is over, thus the majority of the risk has already diminished. The funding raised here is to bring this film directly to you and its audience. There is always some inherent risk with projects like this. Covering legal expenses, music licensing and perk fulfillment this project is sure for success. Worse case scenario is that you only get to view the film with a temporary soundtrack and enjoy some awesome perks.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP
Some people just can’t contribute financially, but that doesn’t mean you can’t help! Listed below are ways you can also contribute:
- Please help to spread the word on social media and make some noise about our campaign.
- Share often as our fundraising is only for a limited time.
- Tell your friends and family!
If you have other ideas on how you would like to help, please let us know without delay. We love hearing from you!
After watching the campaign video below, check out the donations page, www.astrangeronearthfundraiser.com!
