Liked It Enough To Stay
La Crescenta-Montrose, California | Film Short
Comedy
Anxiety, awkwardness, entitlement and white guilt all come into play when Mark tries to accomplish the one task his wife has given him the day of his daughter’s third birthday party: Get the tables.
Liked It Enough To Stay
La Crescenta-Montrose, California | Film Short
Comedy
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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Anxiety, awkwardness, entitlement and white guilt all come into play when Mark tries to accomplish the one task his wife has given him the day of his daughter’s third birthday party: Get the tables.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What's it about?
Witnessing ridiculous dad behavior at kids’ birthdays has truly been a comedic bright light in those sometimes excruciating Saturdays at the park. There’s just something about dads. They’re trying so hard and they’re somehow also not trying at all.
Mark is one of those dads, we know right away when we see his wife’s concerned face as he heads out to his one party task, save the tables. This guy’s gonna blow it.
The reason why turns out to be Edmund. Who is this mysterious stranger, just chillin at a park by himself first thing in the morning, sitting at the table that Mark was supposed to save for his daughter’s third birthday?
This is a standoff. And Mark is in over his head.
But Edmund is more than just a human wrench in Mark’s plans. He’s got his own struggles too and they are more connected to Mark than he could have ever guessed.
What are the vibes?
Why tell this story now?
Have you been on the internet or outside and seen how humans have been interacting lately? We’re a mess.
This film suggests that strangers who seem to be at odds with us could have a lot more going on than we realize. If a film could help you see others through this lens, even just for the hour after you saw it, I’d say that’s our why.
Who are we?
We’ve got a dreamy group of people working together on this project. Click over to the "Team" tab to find out more about everybody.
And this director, what's her deal?
Hi. I’m Tricia. I’m a writer and, with your support, a soon to be first time director. I started out performing and writing plays in NYC, where I also got very into the improv comedy world. And worked at a macrobiotic restaurant. It was all very early 2000’s. Anyway, through improv I got to meet many talented collaborators, a few excellent forever friends and one husband. After writing and performing some more comedy here in LA, I wrote on a TV show for a while, had a couple kids and then spent the last few years doing punch up and rewrites for comedy feature scripts. My most favorite film experience has been pitching jokes on set for other directors and now I am very excited about making my own directorial debut with this short. Crowdfunding is a huge gift that will allow me to make something in my voice and with my own sensibility- which I would describe as: funny, embarrassing and heartfelt.
What are the numbers?
Okay so you shoot it, then what?
Once post production is completed, we're thoughtfully submitting to festivals with the support and expertise of our producers to guide us in the right direction.
And while this film tells a complete story as a short, there’s a feature version where we find out much more about these characters and expand the world of Like It Enough To Stay. With your support, this short will serve as a Proof of Concept to help get a feature length version get made.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $10,000
We want to compensate all the artists we are working with fairly for their time and talents.
Equipment and Insurance
Costs $5,200
To get this done right and in the time frame we expect, we will need a tight crew with the right equipment, including TWO cameras.
Location Rentals
Costs $1,250
We need the perfect park, home and car to tell this story, but it costs money. Unless you own a park?
Production Design and Art
Costs $2,100
We are going to hire a talented artist to help us get the right look for both sets in the film. We want it to look real and real good.
Post Production
Costs $6,000
The movie is shot, but now it is time to put it all together. We want it to look and sound great.
Crew and Cast Meals
Costs $550
We like everyone well fed, no hangry vibes on this set.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
A little about the team we've put together so far …
Writer/Director Tricia McAlpin Cordero
Hi again, it's Tricia. Some credits for ya: I've written for Brooklyn 99, Billy on the Street, Funny or Die. I've worked in a lot of writers' rooms and on a lot of sets punching up comedy features. In NYC and LA, I spent many nights on stage performing improv and sketch comedy at the UCB theatre. I also wrote and performed theatre off, like, way Off Broadway. Before that I grew up in Delaware and Alabama. I'm the daughter of an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel dad and a mom who read a lot and made me read a lot too.
Actor Eugene Cordero
Hey there-Eugene Cordero here. I am an actor based in Los Angeles, CA but have Michigan roots. Which means I am a Detroit Lions fan but also love my Dodgers! I have been professionally acting for 25 years, and would like to use the knowledge I have gained to help you with your craft. I have taught at USC as well as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in both NY and LA. Some credits TV: The Good Place, Tacoma FD, Loki, and currently A Man on the Inside. Film: Kong, Skull Island, The Mule and Easter Sunday. Voiceover: Star Trek Lower Decks, Kiff, and Central Park.
Actor Matt Cordova
Hey, I’m Matt Cordova. Actor, dad, and dog butler based out of Los Angeles. I started my professional acting journey in 2011 and have been a working SAG actor for over a decade. I have the card in my wallet to prove it.
Some TV credits include: Modern Family, Grace and Frankie, Insecure and Monster. On the film side I’ve worked on projects like Quiz Lady, 80 for Brady, Hollywood Stargirl and Dog Days.
Producer Mary Bonney
Mary Bonney is a producer working across television, film and stage with a strong background in physical production and roots in the music industry and comedy performance. She brings a genre-savvy approach to character-driven stories, particularly those exploring identity, community, and reinvention. Her projects have screened at festivals like SXSW, Tribeca, SeriesFest and more. Clients include Amazon, Google, Roku and The Duplass Brothers.
Producer Natalie Metzger
Natalie Metzger is a Spirit Award-nominated producer and Vice President of Production & Development at Vanishing Angle, where she champions bold, genre-defying independent films. She has brought to life an impressive variety of features and shorts that have earned acclaim across the world, premiering at Cannes, Sundance, Berlin, SXSW, Tribeca, and more.
Follow us as we announce more exciting additions to the Liked It Enough To Stay team soon!
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What's it about?
Witnessing ridiculous dad behavior at kids’ birthdays has truly been a comedic bright light in those sometimes excruciating Saturdays at the park. There’s just something about dads. They’re trying so hard and they’re somehow also not trying at all.
Mark is one of those dads, we know right away when we see his wife’s concerned face as he heads out to his one party task, save the tables. This guy’s gonna blow it.
The reason why turns out to be Edmund. Who is this mysterious stranger, just chillin at a park by himself first thing in the morning, sitting at the table that Mark was supposed to save for his daughter’s third birthday?
This is a standoff. And Mark is in over his head.
But Edmund is more than just a human wrench in Mark’s plans. He’s got his own struggles too and they are more connected to Mark than he could have ever guessed.
What are the vibes?
Why tell this story now?
Have you been on the internet or outside and seen how humans have been interacting lately? We’re a mess.
This film suggests that strangers who seem to be at odds with us could have a lot more going on than we realize. If a film could help you see others through this lens, even just for the hour after you saw it, I’d say that’s our why.
Who are we?
We’ve got a dreamy group of people working together on this project. Click over to the "Team" tab to find out more about everybody.
And this director, what's her deal?
Hi. I’m Tricia. I’m a writer and, with your support, a soon to be first time director. I started out performing and writing plays in NYC, where I also got very into the improv comedy world. And worked at a macrobiotic restaurant. It was all very early 2000’s. Anyway, through improv I got to meet many talented collaborators, a few excellent forever friends and one husband. After writing and performing some more comedy here in LA, I wrote on a TV show for a while, had a couple kids and then spent the last few years doing punch up and rewrites for comedy feature scripts. My most favorite film experience has been pitching jokes on set for other directors and now I am very excited about making my own directorial debut with this short. Crowdfunding is a huge gift that will allow me to make something in my voice and with my own sensibility- which I would describe as: funny, embarrassing and heartfelt.
What are the numbers?
Okay so you shoot it, then what?
Once post production is completed, we're thoughtfully submitting to festivals with the support and expertise of our producers to guide us in the right direction.
And while this film tells a complete story as a short, there’s a feature version where we find out much more about these characters and expand the world of Like It Enough To Stay. With your support, this short will serve as a Proof of Concept to help get a feature length version get made.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $10,000
We want to compensate all the artists we are working with fairly for their time and talents.
Equipment and Insurance
Costs $5,200
To get this done right and in the time frame we expect, we will need a tight crew with the right equipment, including TWO cameras.
Location Rentals
Costs $1,250
We need the perfect park, home and car to tell this story, but it costs money. Unless you own a park?
Production Design and Art
Costs $2,100
We are going to hire a talented artist to help us get the right look for both sets in the film. We want it to look real and real good.
Post Production
Costs $6,000
The movie is shot, but now it is time to put it all together. We want it to look and sound great.
Crew and Cast Meals
Costs $550
We like everyone well fed, no hangry vibes on this set.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
A little about the team we've put together so far …
Writer/Director Tricia McAlpin Cordero
Hi again, it's Tricia. Some credits for ya: I've written for Brooklyn 99, Billy on the Street, Funny or Die. I've worked in a lot of writers' rooms and on a lot of sets punching up comedy features. In NYC and LA, I spent many nights on stage performing improv and sketch comedy at the UCB theatre. I also wrote and performed theatre off, like, way Off Broadway. Before that I grew up in Delaware and Alabama. I'm the daughter of an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel dad and a mom who read a lot and made me read a lot too.
Actor Eugene Cordero
Hey there-Eugene Cordero here. I am an actor based in Los Angeles, CA but have Michigan roots. Which means I am a Detroit Lions fan but also love my Dodgers! I have been professionally acting for 25 years, and would like to use the knowledge I have gained to help you with your craft. I have taught at USC as well as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in both NY and LA. Some credits TV: The Good Place, Tacoma FD, Loki, and currently A Man on the Inside. Film: Kong, Skull Island, The Mule and Easter Sunday. Voiceover: Star Trek Lower Decks, Kiff, and Central Park.
Actor Matt Cordova
Hey, I’m Matt Cordova. Actor, dad, and dog butler based out of Los Angeles. I started my professional acting journey in 2011 and have been a working SAG actor for over a decade. I have the card in my wallet to prove it.
Some TV credits include: Modern Family, Grace and Frankie, Insecure and Monster. On the film side I’ve worked on projects like Quiz Lady, 80 for Brady, Hollywood Stargirl and Dog Days.
Producer Mary Bonney
Mary Bonney is a producer working across television, film and stage with a strong background in physical production and roots in the music industry and comedy performance. She brings a genre-savvy approach to character-driven stories, particularly those exploring identity, community, and reinvention. Her projects have screened at festivals like SXSW, Tribeca, SeriesFest and more. Clients include Amazon, Google, Roku and The Duplass Brothers.
Producer Natalie Metzger
Natalie Metzger is a Spirit Award-nominated producer and Vice President of Production & Development at Vanishing Angle, where she champions bold, genre-defying independent films. She has brought to life an impressive variety of features and shorts that have earned acclaim across the world, premiering at Cannes, Sundance, Berlin, SXSW, Tribeca, and more.
Follow us as we announce more exciting additions to the Liked It Enough To Stay team soon!