Bated Breath
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, Family
Bated Breath is a personal story based on real-life experiences surrounding anxiety that could very well be affecting someone that you care about. By making this project, we hope to bring insight to those who need it and also give the perspective of the families going through it.
Bated Breath
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, Family
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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Bated Breath is a personal story based on real-life experiences surrounding anxiety that could very well be affecting someone that you care about. By making this project, we hope to bring insight to those who need it and also give the perspective of the families going through it.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story:
Coming off a recent breakup and job layoff, Hannah Keyes takes a Greyhound bus from Seattle to Portland to make a weekend visit to her family. However, she quickly realizes that the anxiety she was so trying to avoid, has followed her home. As the weekend progresses, it is made evident that Hannah's mother, Sheryl, is now unsupportive of her daughter's continued pursuits of becoming a published novelist. Over breakfast with the family, Sheryl reveals that she thinks it’s time for Hannah to give up on her lifelong dream. As the tensions continue to rise, Hannah recognizes that she is on the cusp of a full-blown panic attack and leaves.
The Why:
Mental health can be a stigmatized and belittled experience. In today's day and age, anxiety is reflected upon differently by various generations. Our goal is to offer a narrative that is both honest and true to the people that struggle with anxiety and to bring insight to the families going through it.
The Setting:
Our story is set in a picturesque suburban Portland neighborhood. Being her childhood home, it’s always bittersweet for Hannah to come back to it, as it represents a time capsule of what could have been.
The beginning of our film opens with our protagonist on a greyhound bus traveling from Seattle to Portland. For Hannah, even the smallest things can bring the biggest waves of anxiety. And though a bus might seem like the most reasonable means of traveling home, the loud noises, tight spaces and eccentric passengers make for a breeding ground of Hannah’s inner distress.
Trying to compose herself from a panic attack, Hannah finds herself walking to her childhood park. In contrast to her house and the bus, the park provides a refuge and escape. Growing up, it was always the place where Hannah went to feel the most like herself.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Crew
Costs $4,100
We've assembled an incredible team for a 3-day shoot. Without them, this movie can't be made.
House Location
Costs $3,500
Our script calls for a lovely suburban neighborhood. 2/3's of our story will be shot here.
Actors
Costs $1,425
We need our talented cast to tell this story and we would love to compensate them for their craft.
Anamorphic Lenses
Costs $575
We think our story deserves to look just like the movies you see on the big screen.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Stress Balls
Costs $200
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
Movie Posters
Costs $100
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
DVD
Costs $100
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
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About This Team
We have a wonderful team assembled for Bated Breath! Our screenwriter, Melissa Hays, will be doubling as our lead actress: Hannah Keyes. She has surrounded herself with creative individuals, stay tuned for more updates about our team.
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Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story:
Coming off a recent breakup and job layoff, Hannah Keyes takes a Greyhound bus from Seattle to Portland to make a weekend visit to her family. However, she quickly realizes that the anxiety she was so trying to avoid, has followed her home. As the weekend progresses, it is made evident that Hannah's mother, Sheryl, is now unsupportive of her daughter's continued pursuits of becoming a published novelist. Over breakfast with the family, Sheryl reveals that she thinks it’s time for Hannah to give up on her lifelong dream. As the tensions continue to rise, Hannah recognizes that she is on the cusp of a full-blown panic attack and leaves.
The Why:
Mental health can be a stigmatized and belittled experience. In today's day and age, anxiety is reflected upon differently by various generations. Our goal is to offer a narrative that is both honest and true to the people that struggle with anxiety and to bring insight to the families going through it.
The Setting:
Our story is set in a picturesque suburban Portland neighborhood. Being her childhood home, it’s always bittersweet for Hannah to come back to it, as it represents a time capsule of what could have been.
The beginning of our film opens with our protagonist on a greyhound bus traveling from Seattle to Portland. For Hannah, even the smallest things can bring the biggest waves of anxiety. And though a bus might seem like the most reasonable means of traveling home, the loud noises, tight spaces and eccentric passengers make for a breeding ground of Hannah’s inner distress.
Trying to compose herself from a panic attack, Hannah finds herself walking to her childhood park. In contrast to her house and the bus, the park provides a refuge and escape. Growing up, it was always the place where Hannah went to feel the most like herself.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Crew
Costs $4,100
We've assembled an incredible team for a 3-day shoot. Without them, this movie can't be made.
House Location
Costs $3,500
Our script calls for a lovely suburban neighborhood. 2/3's of our story will be shot here.
Actors
Costs $1,425
We need our talented cast to tell this story and we would love to compensate them for their craft.
Anamorphic Lenses
Costs $575
We think our story deserves to look just like the movies you see on the big screen.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Stress Balls
Costs $200
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
Movie Posters
Costs $100
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
DVD
Costs $100
These will be given as incentives to our generous donors!
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
We have a wonderful team assembled for Bated Breath! Our screenwriter, Melissa Hays, will be doubling as our lead actress: Hannah Keyes. She has surrounded herself with creative individuals, stay tuned for more updates about our team.