Honor to the Father
New York City, New York | Series
Teen, Drama
Honor to the Father is a dark comedic parable told amidst a suffocating, catholic school environment. We pursue the gray areas between teaching morals and applying them. Experiencing nostalgia, shock, and presumably a bit of “post-religious-upbringing-PTSD,” every viewer can relate to this tale.
Honor to the Father
New York City, New York | Series
Teen, Drama
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Honor to the Father is a dark comedic parable told amidst a suffocating, catholic school environment. We pursue the gray areas between teaching morals and applying them. Experiencing nostalgia, shock, and presumably a bit of “post-religious-upbringing-PTSD,” every viewer can relate to this tale.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Our Parable:
The Book of Genesis, According to Stas (our first episode) introduces the routine world of First Friday masses and militant campus rules from the chaotic point of view of our first lead, ANASTASIA STRAUSS (the odd ball). While this undiagnosed, untreated, ticking time bomb rassles her rank in the status quo, the other ranks on the totem pole are introduced: JOSIE CLARK (the most popular girl in school), MARY WOODE (her disciple), MARCUS FRISCELLO (the jock), and BEN HAYES (the good guy). As each character narrates their own “book,” the layers of scandal, betrayal, and God’s will push our lead characters to their breaking points. All will have one thing in common... exploring the turmoil of today’s coming of age initiations under the eyes of the Father, the Son, and the Holy... FATHER DONAHUGH (president of the school). Over the course of the series, our leads will face the parties, the drugs, the sex, and the mental illnesses many of us faced in our youth, only with the added obstacle of a corrupt, juvie-like school system. They explore SUBSTANCES, SUICIDE, and worst of all... PUBLIC SCHOOL KIDS.
Why Should This Story Be Told?
Pizzulli believes that previous portrayals of Catholic schools in media tend to rely heavily on stereotypes and exaggerations. With the astounding amount of students currently enrolled in private schools in the U.S. (2.5 million not including alumni and faculty), Rachel knows first hand how engaging this series would be to the community.
Why Should This Story Be Told Now?
In the last three years, social media has proved an interest in trauma bonds among the current youth. Algorithms show common interest in topics such as mental health, addictions, self-diagnosis, and religious trauma. Exploring these themes has proven successful in comparable series such as Euphoria and 13 Reasons Why. Honor to the Father is the first series to delve into these themes within the niche of private school.
Why Should She Be the One to Tell It?
Simple- Because she lived it.
Our Promise:
Our team is working hard each day behind the scenes to ensure this project lives up to its full potential. Pre-production has been a breeze due to everyone's commitment and stellar work ethic. Filming in late December, we promise to bring you, the audience, the best results and a quality work in time for spring's festival circuit. In addition, we promise to exclusively work with aggregators and/or distributors who appreciate and advocate for the story we create!
Reviews:
- 2023 Miami Screenplay Finalist
"This show is all my friends and I are talking about. Literally ICONIC!" - Catholic School Alumni
"...the tone really captures what high school is actually like. So many shows try to show it but just are not accurate." - Actor
"Some of the best writing for TV I have ever seen." - Actor/Screenwriter
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Compensation
Costs $6,000
We believe in compensating our crew for their hard work! With this pledge, rest assured talented people will be paid for quality work.
Catering
Costs $500
With this pledge, you help feed cast and crew a healthy three meals a day!
Art Department
Costs $500
This allows us to source and use authentic religious props such as ciborias, eucharists, etc.
Wardrobe
Costs $500
These pledges go towards the authentic uniforms, clericals, etc. needed to bring this story to life!
Cash Pledges
Costs $500
These pledges will go towards other miscellaneous costs such as festivals, on set needs, equipment rentals, etc.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
CREATOR
We believe in god, Rachel Pizzulli , creator of heaven and this show.
Professionally trained by Berg Studios, the Groundlings, LACComedy, with a Bachelor’s from AMDA College of Performing Arts, she has spent her time in the industry crossing genres and crossing the camera.
With acting credits attached to Netflix, Hallmark, and Tubi, one can also find her work across festivals and community cable.
Pizzulli’s production experience includes MUA work, PA work, script supervision, and now her debut as Executive Producer and Head Writer.
As an act of contrition, Pizzulli pulls parables from her upbringing in the Catholic school system to shed light on dark corners in a fun, boisterous manner.
ABOVE THE LINE
Introducing the latest addition to the HTTF production team, Stormy Gorence and Kira Upin.
Our Assistant Camera and Producer, Kira Upin, graduated from Duke University. Wrapping a feature film this month, Upin joins Honor to the Father just in time to bring her expertise to pre-production.
Stormy Gorence, also an Executive Producer, joins our show while simultaneously attending UCLA film school. Having just wrapped a feature as well, Gorence joins us at the perfect time.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Our Parable:
The Book of Genesis, According to Stas (our first episode) introduces the routine world of First Friday masses and militant campus rules from the chaotic point of view of our first lead, ANASTASIA STRAUSS (the odd ball). While this undiagnosed, untreated, ticking time bomb rassles her rank in the status quo, the other ranks on the totem pole are introduced: JOSIE CLARK (the most popular girl in school), MARY WOODE (her disciple), MARCUS FRISCELLO (the jock), and BEN HAYES (the good guy). As each character narrates their own “book,” the layers of scandal, betrayal, and God’s will push our lead characters to their breaking points. All will have one thing in common... exploring the turmoil of today’s coming of age initiations under the eyes of the Father, the Son, and the Holy... FATHER DONAHUGH (president of the school). Over the course of the series, our leads will face the parties, the drugs, the sex, and the mental illnesses many of us faced in our youth, only with the added obstacle of a corrupt, juvie-like school system. They explore SUBSTANCES, SUICIDE, and worst of all... PUBLIC SCHOOL KIDS.
Why Should This Story Be Told?
Pizzulli believes that previous portrayals of Catholic schools in media tend to rely heavily on stereotypes and exaggerations. With the astounding amount of students currently enrolled in private schools in the U.S. (2.5 million not including alumni and faculty), Rachel knows first hand how engaging this series would be to the community.
Why Should This Story Be Told Now?
In the last three years, social media has proved an interest in trauma bonds among the current youth. Algorithms show common interest in topics such as mental health, addictions, self-diagnosis, and religious trauma. Exploring these themes has proven successful in comparable series such as Euphoria and 13 Reasons Why. Honor to the Father is the first series to delve into these themes within the niche of private school.
Why Should She Be the One to Tell It?
Simple- Because she lived it.
Our Promise:
Our team is working hard each day behind the scenes to ensure this project lives up to its full potential. Pre-production has been a breeze due to everyone's commitment and stellar work ethic. Filming in late December, we promise to bring you, the audience, the best results and a quality work in time for spring's festival circuit. In addition, we promise to exclusively work with aggregators and/or distributors who appreciate and advocate for the story we create!
Reviews:
- 2023 Miami Screenplay Finalist
"This show is all my friends and I are talking about. Literally ICONIC!" - Catholic School Alumni
"...the tone really captures what high school is actually like. So many shows try to show it but just are not accurate." - Actor
"Some of the best writing for TV I have ever seen." - Actor/Screenwriter
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Compensation
Costs $6,000
We believe in compensating our crew for their hard work! With this pledge, rest assured talented people will be paid for quality work.
Catering
Costs $500
With this pledge, you help feed cast and crew a healthy three meals a day!
Art Department
Costs $500
This allows us to source and use authentic religious props such as ciborias, eucharists, etc.
Wardrobe
Costs $500
These pledges go towards the authentic uniforms, clericals, etc. needed to bring this story to life!
Cash Pledges
Costs $500
These pledges will go towards other miscellaneous costs such as festivals, on set needs, equipment rentals, etc.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
CREATOR
We believe in god, Rachel Pizzulli , creator of heaven and this show.
Professionally trained by Berg Studios, the Groundlings, LACComedy, with a Bachelor’s from AMDA College of Performing Arts, she has spent her time in the industry crossing genres and crossing the camera.
With acting credits attached to Netflix, Hallmark, and Tubi, one can also find her work across festivals and community cable.
Pizzulli’s production experience includes MUA work, PA work, script supervision, and now her debut as Executive Producer and Head Writer.
As an act of contrition, Pizzulli pulls parables from her upbringing in the Catholic school system to shed light on dark corners in a fun, boisterous manner.
ABOVE THE LINE
Introducing the latest addition to the HTTF production team, Stormy Gorence and Kira Upin.
Our Assistant Camera and Producer, Kira Upin, graduated from Duke University. Wrapping a feature film this month, Upin joins Honor to the Father just in time to bring her expertise to pre-production.
Stormy Gorence, also an Executive Producer, joins our show while simultaneously attending UCLA film school. Having just wrapped a feature as well, Gorence joins us at the perfect time.