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"Sam" is a live-action short film scheduled for production this fall.
...After being bullied and beaten at school for dressing like a boy, Sam escapes into the fields surrounding her house. When she can't find her way out, she's forced to spend the night there, slipping into a strange fantasy world where she must confront her identity and choose between who she is and who society thinks she should be.
We need your help to bring "Sam" to life! The money raised will go directly toward making sure the film is made in the most professional and authentic way possible. Please visit http://www.indiegogo.com/Sam to make a contribution. Even if you aren't able to contribute, you can make a difference by sharing the link on your wall and/or inviting your friends to join this event page.
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Sam is a live-action short film scheduled for production this fall. A percentage of our funding will be donated to TransYouth Family Allies. See below or watch the video above for more details!
The Story
After being bullied and beaten at school for dressing like a boy, Sam escapes into the fields surrounding her house. When she can't find her way out, she's forced to spend the night there, slipping into a strange fantasy world where she must confront her identity and choose between who she is and who society thinks she should be.
The Impact
Sam will provide an artistic and unique perspective on gender identity and the people who inhabit our lives. In a world where children and young adults are harassed, bullied, and even murdered for who they are, the film also aims to provide encouragement to young people who are discovering who they are, where their place is, and who they want to be.
About the Director
Sal Bardo is a New York-based writer and director. His short film, Requited, recently made its world premiere as an official selection of the Seattle International Film Festival and will be screening at more festivals in the coming months.
What We Need & What You Get
Your donation will make it possible for us to bring Sam to life. The money raised will go directly toward making sure the film is made in the most professional and authentic way possible. With your help, we'll be able to assemble a first-rate team and pay for all the costs of the following:
* casting
* crew
* equipment
* wardrobe
* food
* transportation
* post-production
We also plan to give 5% (or 10% if we reach or exceed our funding objective) to TransYouth Family Allies, a non-profit, all-volunteer advocacy group that brings the issues facing gender variant and gender-questioning children and their families into greater public awareness. In addition to helping to fund the film and supporting this valuable organization, you'll also receive the perks listed on the right-hand side of this page.
How to Donate
It's simple! Click on the "Contribute Now" button above and choose the amount you'd like to give. You can pay via credit card, debit card, or PayPal. Either way, your contribution is safe and secure!
Note: Even if we do not reach the stated funding goal, we will continue to raise funds in other ways. Rest assured that this film will be made and your contribution will only be used as outlined above.
Help Spread the Word!
Even if you can't afford to donate, you can contribute by emailing this page to your friends and sharing it on your Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites. We need your help to make Sam a reality!
