Faryl's days revolve around a rigid routine of breastfeeding and pumping. When a male co-worker nags her about her breaks, a frustrated Faryl explains that she must “pump her breasts”. He files a sexual harassment complaint against her, which hampers her efforts and forces her to wean prematurely.
Faryl's days revolve around a rigid routine of breastfeeding and pumping. When a male co-worker nags her about her breaks, a frustrated Faryl explains that she must “pump her breasts”. He files a sexual harassment complaint against her, which hampers her efforts and forces her to wean prematurely.
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Mission Statement
Our production team is predominantly women: director, writer, cinematographer, producer, & more. This is a subject that has never been addressed in film & investigates the challenges of working mothers & how they are often pitted against "career women". A film by women, about women, for everyone.About The Project
BREASTS is a true story, based on my experience when I went back to work with a 12 week old baby. I hope I will be able to help you understand how overwhelming and challenging breastfeeding was as a single, working mother. The demands on the body that functions on 3 or 4 hours of sleep, combined with the meticulous attention one must give our aching, swelling breasts, and keeping track of all the feedings, then staying on task and getting things done at work is a super human feat. And women do it everyday. It is a subject that has never really been explored in film.
This is a story about a competent single mother whose ability to be a good parent (as outlined by her doctor) is handicapped by society – in this case, company policy. She’s a mother powerless against a system in which the people of authority leverage a blind obedience to rules, with a complete disregard to common sense or humanity in the interest of self-preservation. It takes a woman who is in no way a victim and makes her one.
Until one has a child, the notion of breastfeeding and pumping is a foreign concept. Though many people support a mother’s right to breastfeed, most have no idea how challenging the task is and the insurmountable obstacles women face in the workplace.
It wasn’t until 2010, with the ACA, that breastfeeding women got protection in the workplace; but these women – often pumping women - are still bullied at work and often forced to quit through attrition or fired for demanding their rights. And let's face it - right now we are at risk of losing these long overdue rights.
This film explores themes of the inherent isolation that a new mother experiences, compounded by the marginalization of mothers in the workplace and how, unfortunately, they are often pitted against other “career women”. More importantly, it’s a real account of how resilient a woman can be when the will to take care of her child overpowers any obstacle in front of her.
Incentives
$10
Social Media Shout Out
We will personally thank you via social media for becoming a part of our BREASTS family!
Claimed: 27 of 200
$15
Film Industry Advice
1 Free question regarding the industry to any of our production team, including producers, director, and designers.
How do you get an agent? Should I move to Los Angeles? Which editing program should I use? Do I need a website? What makes a good reel?
Claimed: 4 of 30
$15
Production Stills
This includes exclusive behind the scenes photos taken during pre-production, production, and throughout the process.
$20
Digital Download of Breasts Poster
You will receive a digital download of the Breasts Poster
Claimed: 8 of 10
$25
Digital Download Of The Stand
Get a link to this award-winning short film directed and written by Eva Contis. You will receive a code in which to view and retain a copy. "The Stand" is featured in American Cinematographer.
Claimed: 12 of 20
$30
Digital Download of The Stand & Production Stills
This includes a digital download of "The Stand" and select production stills.
Claimed: 4 of 20
$30
Special Event: Summer Film Kickoff Party
For 30$ or more, whether you are local or visiting New Orleans, join us for our Summer Film Kickoff Party in New Orleans. Watch award winning Louisiana short films, a silent auction and meet the BREASTS filmmaking team. Admission includes food, refreshments, beer/wine, and will be held at Secondline Stages in the historical Lower Garden District. Friday, June 2nd, 2017 from 5pm-9pm. Tickets Limited.
Claimed: 15 of 100
$50
Digital Download of Breasts Poster & Production Stills
You will receive a digital download of the 11"x17" Breasts Official Movie Poster designed by Sam Smith, as well as production stills.
Claimed: 5 of 15
$100
Signed Arrow from Kerry Cahill
Kerry Cahill (Dianne on The Walking Dead and one of our producers) will personally sign a real arrow (with a rubber tip) for ten donors.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$100
Full Digital Film Package
We will send you digital production stills, a digital download of the 11"x17" Breasts Poster designed by Sam Smith, and a digital download of The Stand.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$100
Hard Copy of Script signed by production team and cast
We will send you a hard copy of the script autographed by our crew and production team.
Claimed: 5 of 10
$150
Breasts Poster Signed by Cast
We will send a hard copy of the Breasts poster with signatures from select cast and crew.
Claimed: 0 of 6
$150
Cut The Crap Skincare
Sabrina Gennarino isn't just an amazing actress who plays "Tamiel" on THE WALKING DEAD, she is also the owner and creator of the all natural, organic, vegan skin care line, Cut The Crap Skincare. She encourages everyone to "Cut the crap. Save your skin". Her skincare line is receiving rave reviews and now our supporters can try the "Gimme All Of It, Dammit!" bundle. This bundle packs a punch and features the best her line has to offer. You will receive "Clean My Face, Dammit!", "Make Me Younger, Dammit!", Make Me Look Like I Slept, Dammit!", Make Me Smooth, Dammit!, FBomb (for the bath). This is an incredible bundle that retails for $165.00. You can get it here, by supporting our amazing film, for $150. That's a whole $15 off. I actually may bid on this one myself.
Claimed: 0 of 2
$250
Dinner date with 3 of The Walking Dead cast.
Three lucky supporters who donate $250 will win a laid-back dinner date with our favorite THE WALKING DEAD cast members. Dine with Kerry Cahill, Sabrina Gennarino and Ann Mahoney. Chat with the ladies about what it's like to slay Zombies on TV's hottest show. The dinner will take place no later than October 2017 in New Orleans, LA. You don't want to miss this.Travel not included to the dinner date incentive.Claimed: 2 of 3
$500
Dinner with production team and cast
We have a private chef preparing dinner for our wrap party with cast and production team (including director and producer), you will be invited to this dinner/wrap party directly following our
final day of filming July 17th. (overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 1 of 8
$1,000
Wrap Party & Digital Film Package
You will be invited to our dinner/wrap party, with a private chef and cast and crew on
our last day of shooting, personal thanks in the film credits, and our digital film package
(includes production stills, poster, and download of The Stand). Wrap party will be July 17th 2017.
(overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 2 of 10
$2,500
Special Guest
You will receive a Special Thanks credit in the final film as well as a
scheduled visit to set, invitation to wrap party with a private chef, cast and crew. You
will also be given the opportunity to be a featured extra, receive the digital
film package, and a signed poster by cast and crew.
(overnight accomodations will not be provided)
Claimed: 0 of 4
$5,000
Executive Producer
These donors will be credited in the film as Executive Producers, they will be allowed
scheduled visitation to the set, invited to the wrap party with a private chef, cast and
crew. They will also receive the digital film package, a signed script and poster by cast
and crew. (overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 1 of 3
$10,000
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER and ANGEL
Receive all the benefits of the Executive Producer and receive an all expense paid trip to New Orleans for our first screening of Breats in September. This will include flights, dinner at Commander's Palace, a stay at a local Bed and Breakfast, and a sazerac at the Roosevelt Hotel of course!. :)
Claimed: 0 of 1
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Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Social Media Shout Out
We will personally thank you via social media for becoming a part of our BREASTS family!
Claimed: 27 of 200
$15
Film Industry Advice
1 Free question regarding the industry to any of our production team, including producers, director, and designers.
How do you get an agent? Should I move to Los Angeles? Which editing program should I use? Do I need a website? What makes a good reel?
Claimed: 4 of 30
$15
Production Stills
This includes exclusive behind the scenes photos taken during pre-production, production, and throughout the process.
$20
Digital Download of Breasts Poster
You will receive a digital download of the Breasts Poster
Claimed: 8 of 10
$25
Digital Download Of The Stand
Get a link to this award-winning short film directed and written by Eva Contis. You will receive a code in which to view and retain a copy. "The Stand" is featured in American Cinematographer.
Claimed: 12 of 20
$30
Digital Download of The Stand & Production Stills
This includes a digital download of "The Stand" and select production stills.
Claimed: 4 of 20
$30
Special Event: Summer Film Kickoff Party
For 30$ or more, whether you are local or visiting New Orleans, join us for our Summer Film Kickoff Party in New Orleans. Watch award winning Louisiana short films, a silent auction and meet the BREASTS filmmaking team. Admission includes food, refreshments, beer/wine, and will be held at Secondline Stages in the historical Lower Garden District. Friday, June 2nd, 2017 from 5pm-9pm. Tickets Limited.
Claimed: 15 of 100
$50
Digital Download of Breasts Poster & Production Stills
You will receive a digital download of the 11"x17" Breasts Official Movie Poster designed by Sam Smith, as well as production stills.
Claimed: 5 of 15
$100
Signed Arrow from Kerry Cahill
Kerry Cahill (Dianne on The Walking Dead and one of our producers) will personally sign a real arrow (with a rubber tip) for ten donors.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$100
Full Digital Film Package
We will send you digital production stills, a digital download of the 11"x17" Breasts Poster designed by Sam Smith, and a digital download of The Stand.
Claimed: 2 of 10
$100
Hard Copy of Script signed by production team and cast
We will send you a hard copy of the script autographed by our crew and production team.
Claimed: 5 of 10
$150
Breasts Poster Signed by Cast
We will send a hard copy of the Breasts poster with signatures from select cast and crew.
Claimed: 0 of 6
$150
Cut The Crap Skincare
Sabrina Gennarino isn't just an amazing actress who plays "Tamiel" on THE WALKING DEAD, she is also the owner and creator of the all natural, organic, vegan skin care line, Cut The Crap Skincare. She encourages everyone to "Cut the crap. Save your skin". Her skincare line is receiving rave reviews and now our supporters can try the "Gimme All Of It, Dammit!" bundle. This bundle packs a punch and features the best her line has to offer. You will receive "Clean My Face, Dammit!", "Make Me Younger, Dammit!", Make Me Look Like I Slept, Dammit!", Make Me Smooth, Dammit!, FBomb (for the bath). This is an incredible bundle that retails for $165.00. You can get it here, by supporting our amazing film, for $150. That's a whole $15 off. I actually may bid on this one myself.
Claimed: 0 of 2
$250
Dinner date with 3 of The Walking Dead cast.
Three lucky supporters who donate $250 will win a laid-back dinner date with our favorite THE WALKING DEAD cast members. Dine with Kerry Cahill, Sabrina Gennarino and Ann Mahoney. Chat with the ladies about what it's like to slay Zombies on TV's hottest show. The dinner will take place no later than October 2017 in New Orleans, LA. You don't want to miss this.Travel not included to the dinner date incentive.Claimed: 2 of 3
$500
Dinner with production team and cast
We have a private chef preparing dinner for our wrap party with cast and production team (including director and producer), you will be invited to this dinner/wrap party directly following our
final day of filming July 17th. (overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 1 of 8
$1,000
Wrap Party & Digital Film Package
You will be invited to our dinner/wrap party, with a private chef and cast and crew on
our last day of shooting, personal thanks in the film credits, and our digital film package
(includes production stills, poster, and download of The Stand). Wrap party will be July 17th 2017.
(overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 2 of 10
$2,500
Special Guest
You will receive a Special Thanks credit in the final film as well as a
scheduled visit to set, invitation to wrap party with a private chef, cast and crew. You
will also be given the opportunity to be a featured extra, receive the digital
film package, and a signed poster by cast and crew.
(overnight accomodations will not be provided)
Claimed: 0 of 4
$5,000
Executive Producer
These donors will be credited in the film as Executive Producers, they will be allowed
scheduled visitation to the set, invited to the wrap party with a private chef, cast and
crew. They will also receive the digital film package, a signed script and poster by cast
and crew. (overnight accomadations will not be provided)
Claimed: 1 of 3
$10,000
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER and ANGEL
Receive all the benefits of the Executive Producer and receive an all expense paid trip to New Orleans for our first screening of Breats in September. This will include flights, dinner at Commander's Palace, a stay at a local Bed and Breakfast, and a sazerac at the Roosevelt Hotel of course!. :)
Claimed: 0 of 1
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Current Team
About This Team
Eva Contis - Writer/Director/Co-Producer
Eva has a ten year career in film production as an editor and post production supervisor in which she honed her skills in story and pace. Prior to becoming an editor, she worked in development, casting and talent management. She has experience in all levels of production including producing, pre-production, directing, field producing and script writing for feature films, shorts, television shows and documentaries.
The animated short she edited THE FANTASTIC FLYING BOOKS OF MR. MORRIS LESSMORE won an Academy Award in 2012 and the short she wrote and directed, THE STAND just hit the festival circuit, garnering two wins at its first appearance at The Louisiana Film Prize: The top 5 and a Founder's Circle Grant of $3000. The film was also featured in the March 2017 of American Cinematographer Magazine. This also led to a distribution deal through Shorts HD. Her second short is a playful look at a woman’s insecurity as she gets dressed to go out.
Kerry Cahill - Producer
Kerry Cahill has worked in film for over 10 years. She currently recurs as Dianne on The Walking Dead and has worked in over thirty films starring alongside Matthew McConaughey, Jason Mitchell, Reese Witherspoon, and Uzo Aduba. She has received critical acclaim in both theater and film, most recently being nominated for the Big Easy Best Actress award for the production Grounded with Southern Repertory Theater.
She has started her own production company, Pocket Door Productions, as a way to tell more stories and examine points of view that are often missed in popular film and television programming. Most recently producing The Perfect Dress, currently in post production, she is also in development on a series called Secrets of Storyville which will examine the lost historical figures of New Orleans’ Red Light District. In our current world filled with constant spin and media noise, these stories tap into an audience that seeks to know more and dig deeper. Like its name sake, the pocket door, her productions seek to remind us of what hides behind the walls we live in.
Executive Producer: Diana Jackson
Diana Jackson has worked in feature films and television for over ten years. During that time, she traveled the globe working in Ireland, China, Australia, Los Angeles, New York, New Orleans and Hawaii. Some of those projects include THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, THE TUDORS, AUGUST RUSH, HAWAII FIVE-0 and more. Through her production company, Talking Dog Productions, she has produced several short films, including the award-winning film, PASS THE SALT, PLEASE starring Fionnula Flanagan and Seymour Casell. Most recently she produced THESE WILD THINGS, which is currently screening at festivals around the world. THESE WILD THINGS won Best Louisiana Short at the New Orleans Film Festival.
Executive Producer: Victoria Greene
Victoria is an award winning filmmaker and founder of Greene Bayou Films. Her first feature film FORGOTTEN BAYOU premiered at the New Orleans Film Festival in 2016 and won Best Feature Documentary at Crossroads Film Festival 2017, and the Award of Merit, Special Mention for the Accolade Global Competition 2017. Additionally her short film MONSTER IN THE BAYOU won best doc during WIFTI Short Film Showcase in 2016 and has screened all over the world. Victoria had a successful marketing/sales career before forming her production company in 2013 and continues producing both narratives and documentaries. While working with LPB (Louisiana Public Broadcasting) for over twenty years as an on-air host and anchor during pledge drives, Victoria interviewed many filmmakers and fell in love with storytelling through film. A graduate of Louisiana State University, Victoria is a member of Women in Film & Television (WIFT) and New Orleans Video & Access Center (NOVAC) and lives in New Orleans with her two min-pins, Reggie and Lena. Victoria is an avid LSU and Saints fan.
Associate Producer: Allsion Franz
Allison Franz is a recent Loyola New Orleans graduate, a native to New Orleans, and a local artist. She is an up and coming scenic artist and producer. As an activist, she is very focused on the issues that directly effect her community and her peers. She has worked with the Vagina Monologues, the Lazarus Project and is proud to be able to work under and with this talented and established team of women!
Associate Producer: Nicole Ciccarelli
Nicole has worked in varying facets of the entertainment industry for 4 years. Originally from the Detroit area she has lived in over 5 major cities across the country and around the world. She is currently in New Orleans for the time being and lovin’ it thoroughly. She is a writer, blogger, creator, producer, world-traveler and hands-on activist, with passionate endeavors aiming for worldwide changes from a humanitarian and egalitarian perspective. She is currently working with two short films, including Breasts, along with a focus on writing a TV series and a memoir that’s in the making.
Director of Photography: Natalie Kingston
Ellen is a native of San Antonio who is proud to call New Orleans home. She first moved to New Orleans to attend Tulane University where she earned her undergraduate degree in Studio Art, Art History, and Women's Studies. She has worked as a museum preparator, graphic designer, and most recently as a Production Designer and Costume Designer for film and theatre. She has designed a variety of short films, the feature-length One Night Stand Off, as well as several music videos. Ellen is currently earning her MFA in Scenic and Costume Design at Tulane University's Department of Theatre and Dance. She is excited to be working with so many talented women on the Breasts creative team.Hair/Makeup/Special Effects: Tori Bernard
Since 2008, Victoria (Tori) Bernard has been a full time, licensed hairdresser/makeup artist/special fx artist. Graduated from Aveda Institute of New Orleans and a self taught special fx artist. You have seen her work during NOLA Fashion Week and with the New Orleans Saintsations. She is an award winning designer in New Orleans theater most recently designing "Tarzan" at Jefferson Performing Arts Center, you will also see her work in Louisiana and Georgia at premier haunted houses. She has worked in indie film, including Laundry Day and The Perfect Dress, through-out New Orleans and currently resides in Metairie, Louisiana. Tori is currently growing her special effects company Drop Dead Fx LLC.
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