My mom dreamed her debut book would be a breakout success. Her death interrupted that dream, but my dad was determined to spread her message and set out on his own tour. With Mom's words as our guide, we confront loss, explore spirituality, and surprise ourselves with laughter, hope and love.
My mom dreamed her debut book would be a breakout success. Her death interrupted that dream, but my dad was determined to spread her message and set out on his own tour. With Mom's words as our guide, we confront loss, explore spirituality, and surprise ourselves with laughter, hope and love.
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COMING TO SELECT THEATERS JUNE 17, 2022!
Determined to keep his late-wife’s dream alive, Dick Wall becomes the unlikely spokesperson for her debut memoir and embarks on an unexpected cross-country promotional tour. He's joined by his filmmaker son, who is torn between saving his mom's first book and his concern for how his dad is coping with their new reality. Their inspirational journey sparks discussion on loss, relationships, and the healing power of sharing stories.
Winner of the Jury Prize for Best Documentary Feature - Austin Film Festival
Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature - Austin Film Festival
*The S&S campaign was a success, and you can still make a 100% tax-deductible donation to the film via the Southern Documentary Fund! Your support will help our impact and audience engagement. Thanks!
You can also mail a check with "The Book Keepers" in the memo line to:
Southern Documentary Fund
P.O. Box 3622
Durham, NC 27702
Incentives
$5
We Love You!
You've made us smile!
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible
$10
You're Awesome!
The above PLUS:
We'll show our thanks to you or your project or group by writing a social media shout-out. Or maybe my dad writes your name on a wall (probably the former though).
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$25
A Friend of the Film
All of the above PLUS:
- A link to stream the finished film when it becomes available for distribution.
$50
A "Better" Friend of the Film ; )
All of the above PLUS:
- An exclusive look at a sample scene of the film.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$100
Spoiler Alert!
All of the above PLUS:
- An exclusive look at TWO sample scenes of the film.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$250
Insider
- We’ll send you a private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer.
- Your name listed in the credits of the film under "Special Thanks."
Also includes: Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
Claimed: 17 of 100
$250
*ARTIST SPECIAL* Limited Quantity!
All of the above PLUS:
1-hour story consult with Catherine & Elena at StoryMineMedia via phone or videochat.
Also includes: An exclusive look at two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 5
$500
We Read You!
- A signed copy of Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening (signed by Dick Wall)
- A .pdf copy of the film's outline (with images) when it premieres.
Also includes: Two sample scenes. Exclusive link to movie trailer. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
$1,000
Let's Party!
- You and a friend will be invited to join the team in New York as we celebrate the completion of the film. Travel and lodging are not included.
Also includes: A private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer. A signed hardcover copy of Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening. The film's outline. Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks."A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 4 of 50
$2,500
We See You!
We will let you in on the action! You will get an invite for you and a friend to a private test screening of the film (location and schedule TBD). Travel and lodging are not included.
Also includes:
A copy of Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening. Copy of the film's outline. Two sample scenes. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 1 of 10
$5,000
Associate Producer
See the film before anyone else + become famous! You will get two invites to a private test screening (travel and lodging are not included). You will also receive credit as an associate producer in the film credits and on IMDb.
Also includes: An exclusively private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer. A signed hardcover copy of Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening. Invite to wrap party. Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 0 of 10
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$5
We Love You!
You've made us smile!
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible
$10
You're Awesome!
The above PLUS:
We'll show our thanks to you or your project or group by writing a social media shout-out. Or maybe my dad writes your name on a wall (probably the former though).
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$25
A Friend of the Film
All of the above PLUS:
- A link to stream the finished film when it becomes available for distribution.
$50
A "Better" Friend of the Film ; )
All of the above PLUS:
- An exclusive look at a sample scene of the film.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$100
Spoiler Alert!
All of the above PLUS:
- An exclusive look at TWO sample scenes of the film.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
$250
Insider
- We’ll send you a private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer.
- Your name listed in the credits of the film under "Special Thanks."
Also includes: Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
Claimed: 17 of 100
$250
*ARTIST SPECIAL* Limited Quantity!
All of the above PLUS:
1-hour story consult with Catherine & Elena at StoryMineMedia via phone or videochat.
Also includes: An exclusive look at two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution is tax-deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 5
$500
We Read You!
- A signed copy of Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening (signed by Dick Wall)
- A .pdf copy of the film's outline (with images) when it premieres.
Also includes: Two sample scenes. Exclusive link to movie trailer. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
$1,000
Let's Party!
- You and a friend will be invited to join the team in New York as we celebrate the completion of the film. Travel and lodging are not included.
Also includes: A private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer. A signed hardcover copy of Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening. The film's outline. Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks."A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 4 of 50
$2,500
We See You!
We will let you in on the action! You will get an invite for you and a friend to a private test screening of the film (location and schedule TBD). Travel and lodging are not included.
Also includes:
A copy of Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening. Copy of the film's outline. Two sample scenes. Social media shoutout. Credit listing under "special thanks." A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.
*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 1 of 10
$5,000
Associate Producer
See the film before anyone else + become famous! You will get two invites to a private test screening (travel and lodging are not included). You will also receive credit as an associate producer in the film credits and on IMDb.
Also includes: An exclusively private link to a rough draft of the movie trailer. A signed hardcover copy of Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening. Invite to wrap party. Two sample scenes of the film. Social media shoutout. A link to stream the finished film when it is available for distribution.*Your entire contribution minus the value of the book and shipping is tax-deductible. You can opt to not take the book if you'd prefer the tax credit.
Claimed: 0 of 10
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About This Team
Phil Wall is an award-winning filmmaker. He wrote, produced, filmed, directed and edited “The Book Keepers,” which is his third feature documentary. He lives in Brooklyn, NY, where he works on independent and commercial narrative content.
Visit philwall.film for more info.
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