Filmed over the course of their actual pregnancy, Paula and Charlie document their impending parenthood as Civil War breaks out in the US. As too many call for War in our divided nation, this film aims to make us think about what that would really mean.
Filmed over the course of their actual pregnancy, Paula and Charlie document their impending parenthood as Civil War breaks out in the US. As too many call for War in our divided nation, this film aims to make us think about what that would really mean.
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Story
Mission Statement
Pregnancy is a physically & economically vulnerable time for women. As it happens, mine coincided with increasing vulnerability to the united part of these United States. I turned to film as my outlet to address both issues, with a diverse cast & crew, the majority of which are women.About The Project
- They're expecting, but not Civil War -
Anticipated Rating PG-13
Genre: Found Footage meets Docufiction
Director's Statement
Talk about a Labor of Love (pun intended)!
What started as a way to keep my creative sanity as my belly grew and scheduled auditions dwindled, developed into a peek under the veil of possibility as America divided herself further. As I was seeing the term "Civil War" tossed around more frequently in social and mainstream media, I realized people weren't taking to heart all that it entailed.
As we filmed various bits of growing unrest around the nation (the RNC in Detroit, Women's March in DC, protests in Los Angeles) I felt called to tell this story and humanize some of the effects the flippant calls to arms seemed to be ignoring.
In test screenings I've been thrilled to see that regardless of political identity, audiences relate to us and hence go along on the journey, arriving just where I wanted them to - the realization that to keep our freedoms we must stay educated and engaged, and that choosing Civil War shouldn't be an option.
I'm beyond ready to meet this "baby" of mine, and am finally (having two human babies delayed things a bit) at the stage where she just needs a little polish with one last VFX shot, color, sound, and a beautiful swath of marketing.
I'm so thankful to those who will and are helping me get her here.
I think the world could really use her now more than ever.
Incentives
$10
$10 TUESDAY
$10
*Email updates
*A signed postcard with a parenting tip!
Getting mail that's not a bill? Fun!
$10
HOOK UP
$10
* Email updates
* Digital copy of the film's poster
* Twitter shout out & follow by @Delicate_State
(Please tweet us so we can find you and shower you with thanks)
$25
WINK
$25
* Email updates, digital copy of the poster,
Twitter shout out & follow
*30 min Skype session with Charlie Bodin,
who's a numismatist in real life just like
in the film. He'll go over up to 3 US
coins in your collection/inheritance/pocket
and let you know their aprox worth as
well as what your options are to sell
them if you choose.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$30
CONCEPTION
$30
* Email updates, digital copy of the poster, Twitter shout out & follow
* Mp3 of film's instrumental theme song writen by Rob Gokee
* Special Thanks credit on imdb.com
* Personal online guidance to the state you list's voter registration/verifying your registration (US citizens 18+ only), sent via email. It can be confusing, voter requirements change, and millions have been purged from voter roles. We'll get you step by step guidance and links on how to register, what you'll need, and how to verify that you haven't been purged. It's up to you to do the registering, but we'll make it as easy as possible. You got this!
$50
ZYGOTE
$50
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
bespoke voter registration help
* Invitation to the Offical Cast & Crew Premiere Party/link to the
livestream if you can't make it
* Digital copy of the film after it premieres
$55
QUICKENING
$55
*Updates, Twitter love, digital poster,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Part invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help
(18+ US Citizens)
*Ticket to the screening at Hollywood Arclight
May 19th, 8pm
Claimed: 2 of 7
$75
TARA TUESDAY 2
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+
US Citizens)
*A signed postecard from Tara Platt
*A custom voicemail mp3
greeting from Tara
Claimed: 0 of 3
$75
DAYE DAY
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US Citizens).
*Signed photo of Dayeanne Hutton
*Custom voicemail greating mp3 from Daye
Claimed: 2 of 5
$75
PERCY PERK
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US citizens)
*Film postcard signed by Percy Daggs III
*A custom mp3 voicemail greeting recorded by Percy
Claimed: 1 of 2
$75
LABOR COACH
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help
(18+ US Citizens)
*30 minute Skype Session with crowdfunding expert Leah Cevoli. Thinking of crowdfunding your own project? Start here!
Whether you're already crowdfunding or just thinking about crowdfunding this 30 min session with Leah will get you on the right track. She's managed 40+ campaigns with a 94% success rate raising over $2 million. (Session valued at $100+)Claimed: 0 of 2
$100
TARA TUESDAY #1
$100
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US citizens).
*Signed copy of Tara Platt's children's book,
Relax Your Toes
*Custom voicemail greeting mp3 from Tara
Sold Out!
$100
BLASTOCYST
$100
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* 3 cent silver Civil War era "Trime" like the
one Charlie's character features in the film.
We have 10 that vary in value from $7-$50
that we'll randomly pull from a hat to ship.
Sold Out!
$150
ULTRASOUND
$150
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
*One Voiceover Character Headshot
formatted with existing headshot of yours
and up to 20 characters that you voice.
Could also include brand logos if you
specialize in commercials. Perfect for
websites, cards, and convention signings.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$200
IMPLANTATION
$200
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* A US Coin Collection Evaluation via Skype with Charlie Bodin, who is a noted numismatist in real life, just like in the film. He's been published for discovering a new variety and helped multiple people price and sell their collections. Inherited Grandpa's coins? Found a book of buffalo nickles at a garage sale? Want to know what their actual value is today? This is your chance!
(note: Charlie specializes in US coins only)
Claimed: 1 of 5
$250
EMBRYO
$250
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* Your Name said in the film!
Yep, during sound design we'll put your name in the film. Or, it could be your company's name if you want some afordable product placement. You could even gift this perk and have us say a loved one's name. It may be mentioned on the radio, become the name of a friend we talk about, or be called out by a character. We're happy to tell you where it ends up, or it can be a surprise!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$1,000
FETUS
$1000
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* Associate Producer credit
* Paula will include your name in the dedication of her children's book that is featured in the film.
$2,000
FULL TERM
$2000
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
*Associate Producer credit
*Children's book dedication
* And you read that right, Charlie &/or Paula will proudly WEAR YOUR FACE to the Premiere.
We'll incorporate a photo of your mug into our premiere ensembles. It may be on a custom T-shirt, or earrings, or socks (we reserve the right to pick where ), but it will be shown and spoken about to press that attends.
Claimed: 0 of 2
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
$10 TUESDAY
$10
*Email updates
*A signed postcard with a parenting tip!
Getting mail that's not a bill? Fun!
$10
HOOK UP
$10
* Email updates
* Digital copy of the film's poster
* Twitter shout out & follow by @Delicate_State
(Please tweet us so we can find you and shower you with thanks)
$25
WINK
$25
* Email updates, digital copy of the poster,
Twitter shout out & follow
*30 min Skype session with Charlie Bodin,
who's a numismatist in real life just like
in the film. He'll go over up to 3 US
coins in your collection/inheritance/pocket
and let you know their aprox worth as
well as what your options are to sell
them if you choose.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$30
CONCEPTION
$30
* Email updates, digital copy of the poster, Twitter shout out & follow
* Mp3 of film's instrumental theme song writen by Rob Gokee
* Special Thanks credit on imdb.com
* Personal online guidance to the state you list's voter registration/verifying your registration (US citizens 18+ only), sent via email. It can be confusing, voter requirements change, and millions have been purged from voter roles. We'll get you step by step guidance and links on how to register, what you'll need, and how to verify that you haven't been purged. It's up to you to do the registering, but we'll make it as easy as possible. You got this!
$50
ZYGOTE
$50
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
bespoke voter registration help
* Invitation to the Offical Cast & Crew Premiere Party/link to the
livestream if you can't make it
* Digital copy of the film after it premieres
$55
QUICKENING
$55
*Updates, Twitter love, digital poster,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Part invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help
(18+ US Citizens)
*Ticket to the screening at Hollywood Arclight
May 19th, 8pm
Claimed: 2 of 7
$75
TARA TUESDAY 2
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+
US Citizens)
*A signed postecard from Tara Platt
*A custom voicemail mp3
greeting from Tara
Claimed: 0 of 3
$75
DAYE DAY
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US Citizens).
*Signed photo of Dayeanne Hutton
*Custom voicemail greating mp3 from Daye
Claimed: 2 of 5
$75
PERCY PERK
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US citizens)
*Film postcard signed by Percy Daggs III
*A custom mp3 voicemail greeting recorded by Percy
Claimed: 1 of 2
$75
LABOR COACH
$75
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help
(18+ US Citizens)
*30 minute Skype Session with crowdfunding expert Leah Cevoli. Thinking of crowdfunding your own project? Start here!
Whether you're already crowdfunding or just thinking about crowdfunding this 30 min session with Leah will get you on the right track. She's managed 40+ campaigns with a 94% success rate raising over $2 million. (Session valued at $100+)Claimed: 0 of 2
$100
TARA TUESDAY #1
$100
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help (18+ US citizens).
*Signed copy of Tara Platt's children's book,
Relax Your Toes
*Custom voicemail greeting mp3 from Tara
Sold Out!
$100
BLASTOCYST
$100
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* 3 cent silver Civil War era "Trime" like the
one Charlie's character features in the film.
We have 10 that vary in value from $7-$50
that we'll randomly pull from a hat to ship.
Sold Out!
$150
ULTRASOUND
$150
*Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
*One Voiceover Character Headshot
formatted with existing headshot of yours
and up to 20 characters that you voice.
Could also include brand logos if you
specialize in commercials. Perfect for
websites, cards, and convention signings.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$200
IMPLANTATION
$200
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* A US Coin Collection Evaluation via Skype with Charlie Bodin, who is a noted numismatist in real life, just like in the film. He's been published for discovering a new variety and helped multiple people price and sell their collections. Inherited Grandpa's coins? Found a book of buffalo nickles at a garage sale? Want to know what their actual value is today? This is your chance!
(note: Charlie specializes in US coins only)
Claimed: 1 of 5
$250
EMBRYO
$250
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* Your Name said in the film!
Yep, during sound design we'll put your name in the film. Or, it could be your company's name if you want some afordable product placement. You could even gift this perk and have us say a loved one's name. It may be mentioned on the radio, become the name of a friend we talk about, or be called out by a character. We're happy to tell you where it ends up, or it can be a surprise!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$1,000
FETUS
$1000
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
* Associate Producer credit
* Paula will include your name in the dedication of her children's book that is featured in the film.
$2,000
FULL TERM
$2000
* Updates, digital poster, Twitter love,
theme song, imdb credit,
Premiere Party invite/link,
digital copy of the film after it premieres,
bespoke voter registration help.
*Associate Producer credit
*Children's book dedication
* And you read that right, Charlie &/or Paula will proudly WEAR YOUR FACE to the Premiere.
We'll incorporate a photo of your mug into our premiere ensembles. It may be on a custom T-shirt, or earrings, or socks (we reserve the right to pick where ), but it will be shown and spoken about to press that attends.
Claimed: 0 of 2
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Paula fled St. Louis via the pageant circuit she'd initially entered as a joke, and parlayed the crowns she won into multiple internships. She spent stints in London and NYC before settling in LA and quickly began hyphenating with short films and web series. She fell in love with the additional super-storytelling-powers work behind the camera grants you, and won multiple awards along the way. Some of those laurels include winning the 48 Hr Film Fest in Los Angeles 3 years in a row, producing/starring in the Best Web Series at The Geekie Awards, and multiple nominations and wins for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress in various Web TV, feature films and shorts. This is her feature film directorial debut and the first time she's used quite so MANY hyphens simultaneously (directing,-story by-wardrobe-locations-catering-makeup-camera dept-sound-producing-acting-annnnnnd becoming a mom).
Paula is an actor, producer, creator of two tiny humans, and founding member of the 5'2" & Under Club. See her work in Disney's Bunk'd, Resident Evil 7, Doc McStuffins, The New Adventures of Peter & Wendy, Barbie Life in the Dreamhouse, various commercials and more.
Follow her adventures online at www.OfficialPaulaRhodes.com.
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