A film about a group of performance artists who are looking for love, connection and significance in Los Angeles. We put together a dynamite team of storytellers to create this heartfelt film. This is where you come in. You have an opportunity to be a part of this art creation process.
A film about a group of performance artists who are looking for love, connection and significance in Los Angeles. We put together a dynamite team of storytellers to create this heartfelt film. This is where you come in. You have an opportunity to be a part of this art creation process.
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Hometown Heroes 2017
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Mission Statement
Alexia is a redheaded female filmmaker that has been making movies for the past 18 years. This is her tenth feature, producing and third narrative feature, directing. Her team includes a female DP, music composer, photographer, production assistants and lead cast members. It is a female-driven film.About The Project
Fantastic Santa Monaco is a narrative feature film about a group of performance artists who are looking for love, connection and significance in Los Angeles. Their dream is to live "the art life." The main characters Aqua and Becca are looking for a more authentic and deeper connection in their love life. They are crying for attention and feel like they have to prove themselves. They find it but only after they open themselves up to the universe where they find a meaning to their existence. The film showcases the artist’s experience of living and dating in Los Angeles with all the stigmas and pressures of society. With the inspiration from many female performance artists and experimental filmmakers from Maya Deren to Yoko Ono, we take you on a journey, that includes jealousy, intimacy, and self-confidence. Our goal is to inspire millions of millennials who seek validation in their self-discovery and creative life.
This is the tenth feature film that Alexia Anastasio has produced and the third narrative feature that she will be directing. Her most notable film is the documentary Adventures in Plymptoons! about Oscar nominated animator, Bill Plympton.
Awesome world changers like cast members, Smokey Miles, Christina Linhardt, Brenna Gwyn Snowe, photographer, Kate Turning, music by Pearl Anne Lyon, Producing and cinematography team, Dan Salem and Mandi Mellen, editor, Daniel Gross, script consultant, Jennifer Howd, line producer, John Schuler, and of course, director, Alexia Anastasio!
THE FANTASTIC CAST
THE SANTA MONACO CREW
What others have said about Alexia:
"Very Modern." (regarding Anastasio's shooting style) - David Lynch, Artist/Filmmaker
"A+ Excellent work Alexia" (regarding Anastasio's artwork) - Miranda July, Artist/Filmmaker
“Alexia is an uncompromising creator who has a strong vision of what she wants to achieve and how it will get done.” - Signe Baumane, Director/Producer
“Alexia is a talented writer and filmmaker... yielding fascinating, highly personal projects in the world of film, animation and the arts.” - John Andrews, Producer/Festival Director
FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS is a 501c3 non-profit organization, which means when you pledge and we get funded your donation is tax deductible! This is a way for us to show our appreciation.
When we reach our green light we get funded but we can do better than that, thanks to you.
At $30k, our A-list photographer shoots our poster and web advertising images as well as have a photographer on set.
At $40k we bring on more crew including a second camera person to shoot behind the scenes and b-roll.
At $60k, our post-production gets an upgrade, we add color correction, sound design and pay our crew their ideal rate.
At $80k we bring on more name talent, animation and send to more top international film festivals.
We went viral! At $100k+ we secure our own marketing and self-distribution of the film theatrically and online.
You can tweet about the project on Twitter, share the link on Facebook, tell a friend in person or via email. Forward the project to a journalist, blogger, podcaster, radio or TV show host. We are available to be interviewed.
We made it easy for you. Just click to Tweet each of these messages:
Click here: https://ctt.ec/b5eiD to tweet: It takes a community to make film - check out my new friend @alexiaanastasio new project http://www.santamonacomovie.com #HometownHeroes
Click here: https://ctt.ec/k86Is to tweet: Watch these characters try to figure out being a creative & falling in love in #LosAngeles http://www.santamonacomovie.com #HometownHeroes
Click here: https://ctt.ec/fcje1 to tweet: Girl is making a movie about the female art movement. You can be a part of it! https://ctt.ec/fcje1+ #HometownHeroes #SeedandSpark #film
How the funds are distributed in the ideal budget below:
Incentives
$10
Party Photo
You will get a thank you in the credits as well as be immortalized in our virtual group beach photo. Send in a photo of you preferably wearing beach wear and we will add you to our group party photo. The photo will be sent to you via email when you are added and at end of this campaign. The photo will also be posted on social media.
$25
Streaming Link of the Film + Locations Map
Get Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a map/guide of where we filmed in Los Angeles in a PDF that will be emailed to you.
$50
Signed DVD + Original Art Magic Postcard
Get your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure, a Signed DVD by Alexia Anastasio plus an Original Art Magic Postcard by Alexia.
$100
Dance Video
Alexia will dance to your favorite song. It will be performance art gold plus streaming Links to Fantastic Santa Monaco and Little Fishes
$222
Mother Moon Mala Necklace by Energy Muse
Transformation • New Beginnings & Letting Go
Made with Blue Fresh Water Pearls, White Pearls, Sodalite, Onyx and Hematite, the Mother Moon Mala Necklace connects you with the moon goddess within. The crystals in this moon necklace harmonize you with the cycles of the moon, allowing self-reflection, discovery and transformation to occur with grace and ease. Call upon Mother Moon when you wish to face your darkness and transform it into light!
Plus streaming link of the film after the film festival premiere.
Sold Out!
$350
Brainstorming Magical Session over Lunch or Skype with Director, Alexia Anastasio
Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco, original Alexia art postcard and have lunch with director, Alexia Anastasio in Los Angeles or a film festival that the film is screening (travel and lodging not included)
PLUS bonus phone call consultation with Carole Lee Dean, Owner of From the Heart Productions
$500
Handmade Gratitude Crystal jewelry
Director, Alexia will create a handmade crystal necklace or bracelet with you in mind. Made with Energy Muse crystal beads to insure that each piece is cleansed & activated in their sacred healing room. Alexia will ask you want you are going through and make sure it has the elements that will aid in that area. PLUS Get your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco
$1,000
Be an extra in the movie
Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco, original Alexia art postcard and Be an extra in the movie (travel and lodging not included)
$2,500
Get Associate Producer credit
We will produce and direct your short film, music video or commercial for you. Please message us about content and location for approval.
$5,000
Executive Producer
Be on set for 1 day of production to shadow the director, a cameo in the film (travel and lodging not included), original artwork by Alexia Anastasio and Alexia's top 10 favorite DVD's that influenced this film.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Party Photo
You will get a thank you in the credits as well as be immortalized in our virtual group beach photo. Send in a photo of you preferably wearing beach wear and we will add you to our group party photo. The photo will be sent to you via email when you are added and at end of this campaign. The photo will also be posted on social media.
$25
Streaming Link of the Film + Locations Map
Get Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a map/guide of where we filmed in Los Angeles in a PDF that will be emailed to you.
$50
Signed DVD + Original Art Magic Postcard
Get your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure, a Signed DVD by Alexia Anastasio plus an Original Art Magic Postcard by Alexia.
$100
Dance Video
Alexia will dance to your favorite song. It will be performance art gold plus streaming Links to Fantastic Santa Monaco and Little Fishes
$222
Mother Moon Mala Necklace by Energy Muse
Transformation • New Beginnings & Letting Go
Made with Blue Fresh Water Pearls, White Pearls, Sodalite, Onyx and Hematite, the Mother Moon Mala Necklace connects you with the moon goddess within. The crystals in this moon necklace harmonize you with the cycles of the moon, allowing self-reflection, discovery and transformation to occur with grace and ease. Call upon Mother Moon when you wish to face your darkness and transform it into light!Plus streaming link of the film after the film festival premiere.
Sold Out!
$350
Brainstorming Magical Session over Lunch or Skype with Director, Alexia Anastasio
Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco, original Alexia art postcard and have lunch with director, Alexia Anastasio in Los Angeles or a film festival that the film is screening (travel and lodging not included)
PLUS bonus phone call consultation with Carole Lee Dean, Owner of From the Heart Productions
$500
Handmade Gratitude Crystal jewelry
Director, Alexia will create a handmade crystal necklace or bracelet with you in mind. Made with Energy Muse crystal beads to insure that each piece is cleansed & activated in their sacred healing room. Alexia will ask you want you are going through and make sure it has the elements that will aid in that area. PLUS Get your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco
$1,000
Be an extra in the movie
Your name in the credits of the final film, a password protected streaming link to view at your leisure and a 3 Signed DVD's by Alexia Anastasio of Adventures in Plymptoons!, Little Fishes and Fantastic Santa Monaco, original Alexia art postcard and Be an extra in the movie (travel and lodging not included)
$2,500
Get Associate Producer credit
We will produce and direct your short film, music video or commercial for you. Please message us about content and location for approval.
$5,000
Executive Producer
Be on set for 1 day of production to shadow the director, a cameo in the film (travel and lodging not included), original artwork by Alexia Anastasio and Alexia's top 10 favorite DVD's that influenced this film.
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About This Team
This is the tenth feature film that Alexia Anastasio will be producing and the third narrative feature that she will be directing. Her most notable film is the documentary, Adventures in Plymptoons! about Oscar nominated animator, Bill Plympton that is now available on Amazon Prime, Vimeo, iTunes, and Netflix.
Mandi Mellen and Dan Salem: Producers - M Square ProductionsMandi and Dan are a dynamic producing team with over ten years experience acting, writing, directing, and creating top quality film and television. They first met at Boston University where Mandi studied film and the duo made their first project together. Now having produced over 150 episodes of web series, hundreds of video blogs and interviews, as well as several short films, promo films, and corporate videos, they are a benchmark for teamwork and success. Find them on Youtube, Pillow Talk TV, and BuzzChomp channels, or get to know their work even better at BuzzChomp.com.
Daniel Gross has been an avid enthusiast of professional film production since his childhood years on the autism spectrum and is currently a film/television editor and contributor to various webisode, documentary, and narrative works, along with feature films, websites, and music videos. Daniel obtained his undergraduate education as an Honors student at the University of Connecticut and went on to receive his M.F.A. in Film Production from the University of Southern California in 2013.
Who else is part of this project? Awesome world changers like cast members, Smokey Miles, Christina Linhardt, Brenna Gwyn Snowe, photographer, Kate Turning, music by Pearl Anne Lyon, among others who will be joining us!
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