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We believe that movies are the most powerful art form of the 21st century to tell your own story, no matter how old you are, or what legacy is on your heart to leave behind. Continue the legacy of local filmmaking by contributing to Calf Rope here.
We believe that movies are the most powerful art form of the 21st century to tell your own story, no matter how old you are, or what legacy is on your heart to leave behind. Continue the legacy of local filmmaking by contributing to Calf Rope here.
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Mission Statement
Filmmaking connects us, as does the art of storytelling. We’re devoted to hiring a diverse team of creative people with a variety of backgrounds to help tell this shared story of love and legacy.About The Project
THE LEGACY OF CALF ROPE
Directed by award-winning filmmaker, Bradley Hawkins, Calf Rope, is the heartwarming tale of love, legacy, and the special bond between a grandparent and their grandchildren. A tender short film about a former rodeo champion from Oklahoma that bonds with his young grandson from Central Pennsylvania while teaching him a few tricks from his previous trade, Calf Rope captures the intense love that grandparents often have for their grandchildren and the legacy that lives on, long after they have gone.
The film is based on Hawkins' boyhood memories of his grandfather, who was a cattle auctioneer in the 1960s. To continue the legacy, Hawkins’ daughter, Sarah Hawkins is producing Calf Rope under their father-daughter film production company, Dadley Productions, which they co-founded in 2015.THE LOVE OF LOCAL FILMMAKING
Dadley Productions is not only passionate about telling stories that lift the human spirit but we’re also committed to bringing more narrative filmmaking to Central Pennsylvania. We’re looking to partner with as many with local organizations and community groups as possible to see Calf Rope come to life. We welcome all who would like to contribute to our film, be it, homeowners of rustic locations, cub scout packs, mom & pop restaurants - you name it. Filmmaking is about community and we want to show how anyone and everyone can be a part of the process of crafting cinematic stories here in Lancaster and beyond, through our short film.
Filming Calf Rope in rural and suburban Central PA will help to bolster the local economy and foster further growth in the budding local film community that is already becoming nationally recognized for the terrific commercial and documentary work coming out of the area. Producing more narrative film projects, such as Calf Rope, will draw more attention to Central PA as a strong and viable alternative to bigger cities.TELL YOUR STORY + LEAVE YOUR OWN LEGACY
We believe that movies are the most powerful art form of the 21st century to tell your own story, no matter how old you are, or what legacy is on your heart to leave behind. Through the creation of Calf Rope, we want to encourage the next crop of cinematic storytellers to tell their own story. In an effort to foster more cinematic storytellers, our campaign “perks” are designed to encourage more folks to tell their own story and become involved with local filmmaking through our production.
Contribute to the legacy of local filmmaking by supporting our Seed&Spark campaign here and follow us on Instagram & Twitter at @calf_rope.YOUR CONTRIBUTION IS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE
Good news, Pardner! Your contribution to our project is tax-deductible as we've partnered with From The Heart Productions, Inc. a 501(c) non-profit to be our Fiscal Sponsor. This means you can write-off your contribution at the end of the year!
Have questions on how this whole fiscal sponsorship thing works? Drop us a line at [email protected]
Incentives
$15
Team Calf Rope
Thank you for your contribution to the legacy of local filmmaking by supporting Calf Rope. You're officially a part of team #CalfRopeMovie!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Social Media Shout Out
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
$25
Love Letter from Set
You're a champ, and we appreciate your support!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$50
Thank You, Pardner
Yay! Thank you for your dedication to seeing Calf Rope come to life. Now, see your name in lights.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$100
Lancaster PA Actors Clinic
To foster more on-screen talent here in Central PA, Join Dadley Productions for a one-night-only Actor's Clinic. Bradley will coach an on-camera acting workshop for all skill levels, Sarah will host a social media for filmmakers class, and we'll end the night with a headshot and resume review.
*This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Monday, April 29th from 7-10pm. Transportation and accommodations not included.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Spot in the Actors Clinic (date TBD)
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 8 of 12
$250
Test Screening + IMDb Thank You
Whoop'n and ride! Join us for our test screening after we've shot and edited the film. We'll have a brief Q&A panel and a time for mingling with other local filmmakers and members of Team Calf Rope. With this level perk, you'll also receive a "Special Thanks" credit on IMDb.
*This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Date TBD. Transportation and accommodations not included.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 5 of 50
$500
Meeting with the Director
All-fired up! Meet with the director of Calf Rope for a 1-hour session to chat about any aspect of filmmaking you'd like. Want an on-camera acting class, or feedback on your short film concept, headshots, or script? Maybe you'd like some points on social media strategy, or how to navigate your way through the film festival circuit. Chat filmmaking with Bradley in-person or virtually via Facetime or Skype.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media
- Shout Out
$1,000
Visit to Set + Private Screener Link
Howdy, partner! Join the team for a day on set and see firsthand what your contribution has supported. You'll also receive an exclusive screener link to the film before everyone else. This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Travel and accommodations are not included. Not local to Central PA? We'll arrange for a remote set tour instead.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 10
$2,500
Tell Your Story
Let us help you tell your legacy story! Father-daughter duo Bradley & Sarah Hawkins will join you for a one hour Facetime or Skype session to talk about your upcoming project. Pick Sarah's producing brain, and talk creative with Bradley.
- Meeting with Dadley Productions
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$5,000
Associate Producer Credit
You're a true partner in crime! Thanks for contributing to the legacy of local filmmaking by joining our team of filmmakers as an Associate Producer! You'll be listed on IMDb and the end credits as an AP, and have a special place in our hearts forever!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Associate Producer Credit on IMDb & End Credits
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 10
$10,000
Executive Producer Credit
BONANZA! Thanks for contributing to the legacy of local filmmaking by joining our team of filmmakers as an Executive Producer! You'll be listed on IMDb and the end credits as an EP, and have a special place in our hearts forever!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Executive Producer Credit on IMDb & End Credits
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 5
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$15
Team Calf Rope
Thank you for your contribution to the legacy of local filmmaking by supporting Calf Rope. You're officially a part of team #CalfRopeMovie!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Social Media Shout Out
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
$25
Love Letter from Set
You're a champ, and we appreciate your support!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$50
Thank You, Pardner
Yay! Thank you for your dedication to seeing Calf Rope come to life. Now, see your name in lights.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$100
Lancaster PA Actors Clinic
To foster more on-screen talent here in Central PA, Join Dadley Productions for a one-night-only Actor's Clinic. Bradley will coach an on-camera acting workshop for all skill levels, Sarah will host a social media for filmmakers class, and we'll end the night with a headshot and resume review.
*This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Monday, April 29th from 7-10pm. Transportation and accommodations not included.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Spot in the Actors Clinic (date TBD)
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 8 of 12
$250
Test Screening + IMDb Thank You
Whoop'n and ride! Join us for our test screening after we've shot and edited the film. We'll have a brief Q&A panel and a time for mingling with other local filmmakers and members of Team Calf Rope. With this level perk, you'll also receive a "Special Thanks" credit on IMDb.
*This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Date TBD. Transportation and accommodations not included.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 5 of 50
$500
Meeting with the Director
All-fired up! Meet with the director of Calf Rope for a 1-hour session to chat about any aspect of filmmaking you'd like. Want an on-camera acting class, or feedback on your short film concept, headshots, or script? Maybe you'd like some points on social media strategy, or how to navigate your way through the film festival circuit. Chat filmmaking with Bradley in-person or virtually via Facetime or Skype.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media
- Shout Out
$1,000
Visit to Set + Private Screener Link
Howdy, partner! Join the team for a day on set and see firsthand what your contribution has supported. You'll also receive an exclusive screener link to the film before everyone else. This perk is to be redeemed in Lancaster, PA. Travel and accommodations are not included. Not local to Central PA? We'll arrange for a remote set tour instead.
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 10
$2,500
Tell Your Story
Let us help you tell your legacy story! Father-daughter duo Bradley & Sarah Hawkins will join you for a one hour Facetime or Skype session to talk about your upcoming project. Pick Sarah's producing brain, and talk creative with Bradley.
- Meeting with Dadley Productions
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
$5,000
Associate Producer Credit
You're a true partner in crime! Thanks for contributing to the legacy of local filmmaking by joining our team of filmmakers as an Associate Producer! You'll be listed on IMDb and the end credits as an AP, and have a special place in our hearts forever!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Associate Producer Credit on IMDb & End Credits
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 10
$10,000
Executive Producer Credit
BONANZA! Thanks for contributing to the legacy of local filmmaking by joining our team of filmmakers as an Executive Producer! You'll be listed on IMDb and the end credits as an EP, and have a special place in our hearts forever!
As a way of saying thanks, you'll receive:
- Executive Producer Credit on IMDb & End Credits
- A Visit to Set
- An Exclusive Screener Link
- A Meeting with the Director of Calf Rope
- Two Tickets to Our Test Screening
- Special Thanks IMDb Credit
- Thank You End Credits
- A Polaroid Photo From Set
- An Exclusive "Sneak Peek" Teaser Trailer
- Social Media Shout Out
Claimed: 0 of 5
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