GIRLIE
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, Comedy
When Tess’s cancer returns, she must choose between doctor’s orders, her mom’s opinions, and her own desires… whatever those are. GIRLIE exists to give visibility into reproductive cancer, autonomy, and intergenerational trauma. Also, it's kind of funny? Your support helps me get this short made!
GIRLIE
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, Comedy
113 supporters | followers
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$14,250
Goal: $15,000 for production
When Tess’s cancer returns, she must choose between doctor’s orders, her mom’s opinions, and her own desires… whatever those are. GIRLIE exists to give visibility into reproductive cancer, autonomy, and intergenerational trauma. Also, it's kind of funny? Your support helps me get this short made!
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
GIRLIE follows Tess, 38, whose cancer diagnosis and looming hysterectomy collide with her mother’s “help”—a storm of guilt trips, outdated beliefs, and a buried secret.
Funny, raw, and heartfelt, the film explores bodily autonomy, complex mother-daughter love, and the radical act of choosing yourself.
Tess
Hesitant and people-pleasing, Tess navigates fear, choice, and the ability to express even one complete sentence on her own behalf.
Gloria
Spiraling, sharp, and unpredictably funny, Gloria dispenses rapid-fire bursts that range from guilt to comfort to confusion.
Additional characters
A doctor doing her best to stay level-headed, a puzzled teenaged service employee, and, of course, a wacky anesthesiologist. Anesthesiologists are always so weird.
The humor in GIRLIE doesn’t come from punchlines but from the naturalistic, fragmented rhythms of conversation that heighten chaos and absurdity.
Beyond the dialogue, the tone balances stillness and disorder; quiet tension and endearing mess.
From the stark exam room to the wintery LA botanical garden, the cramped public bathroom, and the tense pre-surgery hospital room, GIRLIE moves through spaces that mix stillness, absurdity, and quiet dread.
I'm raising $15,000 for the production of this short film. That money goes toward a cast, cinematographer, crew, equipment, art department, locations, and yes—feeding people who help me make this all real. Everyone deserves to be paid and fed.
If you’ve laughed at my posts online in the last decade, maybe you’ll contribute. If you’ve ever said one of my tweets out loud, you definitely owe me money.
And if you care about reproductive health, intergenerational stories, or the power of finding humor in the middle of heartbreak, I’d love your support!
How You Can Help
- Contribute: Every dollar helps us get closer to production
- Share: Post about GIRLIE on your socials, send it to a friend, or yell about it in a public bathroom
- Engage: Your support (financial or not) helps us build momentum around this project
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast & Crew
Costs $7,000
Salaries for cinematography team, sound crew, lighting crew, wardrobe, hair, and production staff for two days. Plus the actors!
Equipment
Costs $3,000
Camera, lenses, lighting, sound, and grip equipment rentals for two days to achieve professional image and sound quality
Locations
Costs $3,500
Fees for LA Botanical Garden, staged medical exam rooms, and other interiors needed for key scenes. Plus insurance!
Craft Services
Costs $1,500
Meals, snacks, and beverages for cast and crew over the two day shoot to keep everyone fueled
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About This Team
I'm seeking to build a women-forward team from within my Los Angeles network. Is this you? Did I just describe you? Reach out to me! [email protected] or just text/DM me why don't you
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
GIRLIE follows Tess, 38, whose cancer diagnosis and looming hysterectomy collide with her mother’s “help”—a storm of guilt trips, outdated beliefs, and a buried secret.
Funny, raw, and heartfelt, the film explores bodily autonomy, complex mother-daughter love, and the radical act of choosing yourself.
Tess
Hesitant and people-pleasing, Tess navigates fear, choice, and the ability to express even one complete sentence on her own behalf.
Gloria
Spiraling, sharp, and unpredictably funny, Gloria dispenses rapid-fire bursts that range from guilt to comfort to confusion.
Additional characters
A doctor doing her best to stay level-headed, a puzzled teenaged service employee, and, of course, a wacky anesthesiologist. Anesthesiologists are always so weird.
The humor in GIRLIE doesn’t come from punchlines but from the naturalistic, fragmented rhythms of conversation that heighten chaos and absurdity.
Beyond the dialogue, the tone balances stillness and disorder; quiet tension and endearing mess.
From the stark exam room to the wintery LA botanical garden, the cramped public bathroom, and the tense pre-surgery hospital room, GIRLIE moves through spaces that mix stillness, absurdity, and quiet dread.
I'm raising $15,000 for the production of this short film. That money goes toward a cast, cinematographer, crew, equipment, art department, locations, and yes—feeding people who help me make this all real. Everyone deserves to be paid and fed.
If you’ve laughed at my posts online in the last decade, maybe you’ll contribute. If you’ve ever said one of my tweets out loud, you definitely owe me money.
And if you care about reproductive health, intergenerational stories, or the power of finding humor in the middle of heartbreak, I’d love your support!
How You Can Help
- Contribute: Every dollar helps us get closer to production
- Share: Post about GIRLIE on your socials, send it to a friend, or yell about it in a public bathroom
- Engage: Your support (financial or not) helps us build momentum around this project
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast & Crew
Costs $7,000
Salaries for cinematography team, sound crew, lighting crew, wardrobe, hair, and production staff for two days. Plus the actors!
Equipment
Costs $3,000
Camera, lenses, lighting, sound, and grip equipment rentals for two days to achieve professional image and sound quality
Locations
Costs $3,500
Fees for LA Botanical Garden, staged medical exam rooms, and other interiors needed for key scenes. Plus insurance!
Craft Services
Costs $1,500
Meals, snacks, and beverages for cast and crew over the two day shoot to keep everyone fueled
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
I'm seeking to build a women-forward team from within my Los Angeles network. Is this you? Did I just describe you? Reach out to me! [email protected] or just text/DM me why don't you