Good Luck for Now
Austin, Texas | Film Feature
Musical, Comedy
A washed up rapper in his thirties gets one last shot at the record deal he's always wanted. After his band fractures and a viral young rapper steals his spotlight, he must face his insecurities and deliver the show of his life to keep his dream alive.
Good Luck for Now
Austin, Texas | Film Feature
Musical, Comedy
1 Campaigns | Texas, United States
169 supporters | followers
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Goal: $25,000 for production
A washed up rapper in his thirties gets one last shot at the record deal he's always wanted. After his band fractures and a viral young rapper steals his spotlight, he must face his insecurities and deliver the show of his life to keep his dream alive.
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About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Good Luck for Now is a dramedy musical starring Abhi the Nomad. It follows about a once-viral rapper in his thirties, who gets one last shot at a record deal of his dreams—if he can pull together a band at the 11th hour and deliver the show of his life.
THE MUSIC
We are incredibly excited to have Abhi on board this project – not only is he portraying the lead role of Anil, he's also a producer and the music supervisor for the film. The film will feature an original soundtrack and live band performances performed in collaboration with independent musicians. Music isn’t just a backdrop—it’s the heartbeat of the film. Every song will be written, rehearsed, and performed by the actors and musicians themselves.
Click below to hear some of Abhi's previous tracks.
STYLE AND APPROACH
Good Luck for Now draws inspiration from Dogme 95—raw, intimate, and actor-focused. We’re working with a small, agile crew, using natural light, real locations, and minimal gear to stay resourceful and close to the characters. This stripped-down style lets us capture the urgency, tension, and beauty of a band on the edge, with authenticity at the heart of every frame.
DIRECTORS' NOTE
Good Luck for Now is our debut feature film, a story we have poured our hearts into. Every dollar we raise will go directly toward bringing this vision to life—paying our indie cast, crew, keeping them well fed, securing locations, paying for equipment, and overall making sure the people who help tell this story are well taken care of.
At its core, Good Luck for Now is about an artist struggling to keep their creative identity alive. We want this film to entertain, to inspire, and to remind audiences why the pursuit of art matters. Independent filmmaking is never easy, but we believe in this story and the people making it. We hope you’ll believe in it, too.
~ Huay and Sam // June Third Films
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT
Not able to give right now? Here are other ways to help:
> SHARE this campaign with friends, musicians, and film lovers <
> FOLLOW us on social media and spread the word <
> INTRODUCE us to potential collaborators or donors <
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast Travel + Lodging
Costs $2,000
Abhi and other indie musicians are traveling in to be part of this film. Your support helps cover their flights and housing
Crew Payment
Costs $10,000
Your contribution helps us pay fair wages to the talented artists and professionals working hard behind the camera.
Cast and Crew Meals
Costs $7,000
Long shoot days require fuel! Your support helps keep our team energized so they are supported with warm meals on set.
Insurance
Costs $3,000
Insurance protects our cast, crew, and equipment so we can film safely and responsibly.
Locations
Costs $3,000
Our story takes place a variety of music-specific spaces, including a large venue where the climactic concert takes place.
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About This Team
Abhi the Nomad - Lead Actor / Producer
Abhi the Nomad is an independent rapper, singer, and producer whose genre-blending music has garnered over 100 million streams worldwide. Known for his energetic performances and lyrical honesty, his work spans hip hop, punk, and indie pop, reflecting a global sensibility shaped by his upbringing across India, China, and the U.S. With multiple studio albums and a dedicated fanbase, Abhi brings a unique authenticity and charisma to Good Luck for Now. He will also contribute original music to the film, helping to bridge the story's fictional world with his real-life experience as an independent artist.
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Huay-Bing Law - Co-Director
Huay-Bing Law is a director and cinematographer born and raised in Texas. His narrative and documentary films often center on marginalized Asian American stories in the Deep South, and have earned an HBO APA Visionary Award, Princess Grace Award, and played in festivals worldwide. His short film, JUNE, about a Chinese immigrant’s experience in segregated Texas, premiered on HBO. Most recently, he was the cinematographer on the feature narrative GOODBYE, MOTHER– a Vietnamese-language dramedy about a closeted son returning home with his boyfriend to meet his family in Saigon. As a commercial director, he has collaborated with organizations such as Apple, US Soccer, Alamo Drafthouse, Ozarak, Texas Monthly, JC Penney and more - as well as local Texas artists, businesses and nonprofits. He is an Assistant Professor at Texas State University.
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Sam Mohney - Co-Director/Cinematographer
Sam Mohney is a Chinese–American director and cinematographer based in Austin, Texas. He holds degrees in film from Wesleyan University and an MFA from the University of Texas at Austin. Alongside Huay-Bing Law, he has co-directed branded projects for clients such as Apple, Alamo Drafthouse, and US Soccer. Sam is an Assistant Professor at Texas State University, where he leads the cinematography department. His work emphasizes rich visual storytelling and collaborative production.
Leyna McCord - Lead Producer
Leyna McCord is a producer with over a decade of experience in film and television production. She has worked across commercial, narrative, and documentary formats, bringing deep expertise in pre-production planning, on-set coordination, and post-production delivery. Her credits include feature films, shorts, and broadcast television, both in-house and as a freelancer. Leyna brings a solutions-focused, collaborative approach to every project she joins.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Good Luck for Now is a dramedy musical starring Abhi the Nomad. It follows about a once-viral rapper in his thirties, who gets one last shot at a record deal of his dreams—if he can pull together a band at the 11th hour and deliver the show of his life.
THE MUSIC
We are incredibly excited to have Abhi on board this project – not only is he portraying the lead role of Anil, he's also a producer and the music supervisor for the film. The film will feature an original soundtrack and live band performances performed in collaboration with independent musicians. Music isn’t just a backdrop—it’s the heartbeat of the film. Every song will be written, rehearsed, and performed by the actors and musicians themselves.
Click below to hear some of Abhi's previous tracks.
STYLE AND APPROACH
Good Luck for Now draws inspiration from Dogme 95—raw, intimate, and actor-focused. We’re working with a small, agile crew, using natural light, real locations, and minimal gear to stay resourceful and close to the characters. This stripped-down style lets us capture the urgency, tension, and beauty of a band on the edge, with authenticity at the heart of every frame.
DIRECTORS' NOTE
Good Luck for Now is our debut feature film, a story we have poured our hearts into. Every dollar we raise will go directly toward bringing this vision to life—paying our indie cast, crew, keeping them well fed, securing locations, paying for equipment, and overall making sure the people who help tell this story are well taken care of.
At its core, Good Luck for Now is about an artist struggling to keep their creative identity alive. We want this film to entertain, to inspire, and to remind audiences why the pursuit of art matters. Independent filmmaking is never easy, but we believe in this story and the people making it. We hope you’ll believe in it, too.
~ Huay and Sam // June Third Films
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT
Not able to give right now? Here are other ways to help:
> SHARE this campaign with friends, musicians, and film lovers <
> FOLLOW us on social media and spread the word <
> INTRODUCE us to potential collaborators or donors <
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast Travel + Lodging
Costs $2,000
Abhi and other indie musicians are traveling in to be part of this film. Your support helps cover their flights and housing
Crew Payment
Costs $10,000
Your contribution helps us pay fair wages to the talented artists and professionals working hard behind the camera.
Cast and Crew Meals
Costs $7,000
Long shoot days require fuel! Your support helps keep our team energized so they are supported with warm meals on set.
Insurance
Costs $3,000
Insurance protects our cast, crew, and equipment so we can film safely and responsibly.
Locations
Costs $3,000
Our story takes place a variety of music-specific spaces, including a large venue where the climactic concert takes place.
Share this update!
About This Team
Abhi the Nomad - Lead Actor / Producer
Abhi the Nomad is an independent rapper, singer, and producer whose genre-blending music has garnered over 100 million streams worldwide. Known for his energetic performances and lyrical honesty, his work spans hip hop, punk, and indie pop, reflecting a global sensibility shaped by his upbringing across India, China, and the U.S. With multiple studio albums and a dedicated fanbase, Abhi brings a unique authenticity and charisma to Good Luck for Now. He will also contribute original music to the film, helping to bridge the story's fictional world with his real-life experience as an independent artist.
Huay-Bing Law - Co-Director
Huay-Bing Law is a director and cinematographer born and raised in Texas. His narrative and documentary films often center on marginalized Asian American stories in the Deep South, and have earned an HBO APA Visionary Award, Princess Grace Award, and played in festivals worldwide. His short film, JUNE, about a Chinese immigrant’s experience in segregated Texas, premiered on HBO. Most recently, he was the cinematographer on the feature narrative GOODBYE, MOTHER– a Vietnamese-language dramedy about a closeted son returning home with his boyfriend to meet his family in Saigon. As a commercial director, he has collaborated with organizations such as Apple, US Soccer, Alamo Drafthouse, Ozarak, Texas Monthly, JC Penney and more - as well as local Texas artists, businesses and nonprofits. He is an Assistant Professor at Texas State University.
Sam Mohney - Co-Director/Cinematographer
Sam Mohney is a Chinese–American director and cinematographer based in Austin, Texas. He holds degrees in film from Wesleyan University and an MFA from the University of Texas at Austin. Alongside Huay-Bing Law, he has co-directed branded projects for clients such as Apple, Alamo Drafthouse, and US Soccer. Sam is an Assistant Professor at Texas State University, where he leads the cinematography department. His work emphasizes rich visual storytelling and collaborative production.
Leyna McCord - Lead Producer
Leyna McCord is a producer with over a decade of experience in film and television production. She has worked across commercial, narrative, and documentary formats, bringing deep expertise in pre-production planning, on-set coordination, and post-production delivery. Her credits include feature films, shorts, and broadcast television, both in-house and as a freelancer. Leyna brings a solutions-focused, collaborative approach to every project she joins.