Last Night of Normal
Seattle, Washington | Film Short
Drama, Family
In denial after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, Molly sets out on a journey to enjoy her last night of normal with reckless abandon. But as the night progresses and things start to unravel, she finds herself alone and afraid.
Last Night of Normal
Seattle, Washington | Film Short
Drama, Family
1 Campaigns | Washington, United States
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In denial after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, Molly sets out on a journey to enjoy her last night of normal with reckless abandon. But as the night progresses and things start to unravel, she finds herself alone and afraid.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
STRETCH GOALS:
- $250 - submit to more festivals to broaden the reach of the film
- $500 - Rent a grip truck
Last Night of Normal follows the story of Molly as she tries to escape her recent cancer diagnosis and the overwhelming presence of her mother.
It bothers me that women are underrepresented and misrepresented in the film industry. They're usually portrayed as plot devices, eye-candy or countless other tropes that we're all familiar with.
As a man raised and surrounded by strong women, it was really important to me that I write a fully formed human being with Molly. So, along side with our amazing director Katanya Warwick, we have been able to bring Molly to life on the page and hope that you will join us in bringing her to life on the screen.
Another huge presence in Last Night of Normal is cancer. Unfortunately cancer is universal to all, whether it affects us directly or indirectly. I lost my grandfather to cancer and my grandmother is battling it right now. One incredible thing that I noticed during my grandfather's illness was the strength that emerged from him. This is a remarkable occurrence in a lot of people who are battling this disease. The deeper I dove into it, the more I realized that was mainly for our sake and not for the person fighting the disease. I wanted to explore this vulnerability and the denial aspect of grief through Molly’s character and bring to life how real people honestly react when facing their own mortality.
Kyle Purkhiser - Writer/Producer
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Set Design/ Hair&Make up
Costs $500
We need to bring the world the characters live in to life as well as make up needed to transform our actors into the characters
Craft Services
Costs $400
We need to feed our amazing cast and crew so they don't become feral and turn on the producers.
Set Operations
Costs $200
Communication devices as well as other set supplies are necessary for the set to run.
Locations
Costs $200
We need access to certain locations such as a bar, doctors office and waiting room that require payment to use.
Festival Costs
Costs $250
We want this film to reach a wide audience. Submitting to film festivals does have a cost, but it is one we feel is worth it.
Digital Cinema Package
Costs $400
In order to distribute this film to festivals and other venues, we have to package it in a format that is suitable for theaters.
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About This Team
Our team is a collective/collaboration of 23 experienced filmmakers at various stages of their careers who bring a wealth of experience, talents, personalities, as well as professional experience to this project, and wish to take it to the next level. The script is what brought us together.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
STRETCH GOALS:
- $250 - submit to more festivals to broaden the reach of the film
- $500 - Rent a grip truck
Last Night of Normal follows the story of Molly as she tries to escape her recent cancer diagnosis and the overwhelming presence of her mother.
It bothers me that women are underrepresented and misrepresented in the film industry. They're usually portrayed as plot devices, eye-candy or countless other tropes that we're all familiar with.
As a man raised and surrounded by strong women, it was really important to me that I write a fully formed human being with Molly. So, along side with our amazing director Katanya Warwick, we have been able to bring Molly to life on the page and hope that you will join us in bringing her to life on the screen.
Another huge presence in Last Night of Normal is cancer. Unfortunately cancer is universal to all, whether it affects us directly or indirectly. I lost my grandfather to cancer and my grandmother is battling it right now. One incredible thing that I noticed during my grandfather's illness was the strength that emerged from him. This is a remarkable occurrence in a lot of people who are battling this disease. The deeper I dove into it, the more I realized that was mainly for our sake and not for the person fighting the disease. I wanted to explore this vulnerability and the denial aspect of grief through Molly’s character and bring to life how real people honestly react when facing their own mortality.
Kyle Purkhiser - Writer/Producer
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Set Design/ Hair&Make up
Costs $500
We need to bring the world the characters live in to life as well as make up needed to transform our actors into the characters
Craft Services
Costs $400
We need to feed our amazing cast and crew so they don't become feral and turn on the producers.
Set Operations
Costs $200
Communication devices as well as other set supplies are necessary for the set to run.
Locations
Costs $200
We need access to certain locations such as a bar, doctors office and waiting room that require payment to use.
Festival Costs
Costs $250
We want this film to reach a wide audience. Submitting to film festivals does have a cost, but it is one we feel is worth it.
Digital Cinema Package
Costs $400
In order to distribute this film to festivals and other venues, we have to package it in a format that is suitable for theaters.
Share this update!
About This Team
Our team is a collective/collaboration of 23 experienced filmmakers at various stages of their careers who bring a wealth of experience, talents, personalities, as well as professional experience to this project, and wish to take it to the next level. The script is what brought us together.