Lee and John's marriage isn't working, but they're too broke to pay 2 rents in NYC, so they take on co-parenting in the same apartment. Lee wonders how she can start meeting men and goes on an internet dating app. Hilarity ensues while juggling parenthood, remaining civil, & shock & awe of dating.
Lee and John's marriage isn't working, but they're too broke to pay 2 rents in NYC, so they take on co-parenting in the same apartment. Lee wonders how she can start meeting men and goes on an internet dating app. Hilarity ensues while juggling parenthood, remaining civil, & shock & awe of dating.
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Mission Statement
This series is for all human kind. In front & behind the camera- women- a very underrepresented age group. Men as well. Hispanic, German, African-American, Dominican, Irish, kids from 8-17, & our crew will also be mainly female . We hope to hire a female crew and re-hiring those who worked with us.About The Project
In 2016, my husband and I decided our marriage wasn't working, but we were flat broke and couldn't afford two NYC rents (still can't!), so he took the couch and I stayed in the bedroom. We have 3 amazing kids who probably knew things weren't going well but who have grown nicely and are aware of our situation. When I realized I hadn't been on a date with a stranger in over 20 years, I started going on the internet dating apps. After several shocking texts and a few very hot texts and after a few dates, whether successful or not so, I realized that all of this would be a great story to tell. A story that a lot more couples can relate to but we aren't having this conversation because it's still a deep, dark secret and a lot of shame comes from it. Not only a failed marriage but also not having the money to have separate lives. I started writing this series in April of 2017 when my family went on a trip for several days and I have managed to weave a funny series together about the trials and tribulations of parenthood, separation, and dating. It's a very visual piece with a lot of "fantasy" scenes that just make the series pop and come to life. The protagonist, Lee, has a very vivid imagination and sees her husband on dates, herself interacting with these men online, how others in her community see her, and then her everyday life as an artist and mother.
I think this series will hit a funny bone with many people. From single people experiencing the delicate balance of internet dating between very odd and possibly distasteful to very sensual, and incredibly funny the way I have given such a visual aspect to the story, to parents dealing with each other and child rearing and the day to day adventures of the juggling we all do in our lives.
This is a shot of Lee and her friend who's listening to Lee's adventures.
This shot is when Lee's friend tells her she should try the dating apps.
This is a shot of my wonderful director, Nicole Ansari, and amazing actor, Joseph Adams, who played one of the internet guys who says some very shocking things to Lee. A real eye opener for her.
I am super excited for the web series to be out for everyone to enjoy. I hope you can join my Messy ship and set sail with me! It' s a scary story for me to broadcast, but I think it will make our communities stronger, become closer, feel less of an outsider and more like, "Oh yeah, I went through that. I don't feel so alone anymore."
We need your help to get this story out there. And even more importantly, is you sharing this platform, Seed and Spark, with your friends and families. If you can spare $5.00, $10.00, $100.00, or $5,000.00, that would make this story really come to life!
I have 160 pages written, that's 18 episodes, and we want to make you laugh, smile, feel the feels, and feel that you are not alone in this crazy thing called Life.
At this point we are asking to raise money for the first 2-3 episodes. We'd love to shoot all 18 episodes, so whatever extra we make will go to the following episode(s).
I really hope you will join us and get "Messy"!
Incentives
$10
Catfish Special
The Catfish Special is a donation without a reward, just like being catfished in real life! We are truly grateful to your catfishing, though, and will never forget you!
$20
The Struggling Artist
We know what it's like when you want to help your fellow artists out but feel like you can't. This one will not break your budget and will make you feel like a champ! You're awesome!
$25
Social Media Shout-out Special
A very loud shout-out goes to you on 1 of your social media platforms, whether it's Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or hey, if you don't want the shout out but you just want to contribute to the Messy ship, just let us know!
$45
T- Shirt with the Messy Logo
Get messy with our amazing t-shirt with Messy logo! Be the proud owner of this and traipse around town working and owning it!
Claimed: 35 of 250
$70
Time to Get Messy! Condoms
Kate and Nicole want you to have all the fun in the world, but you must play it safe, so here's a little added bonus: Time to Get Messy condoms! Not only do you contribute to a good cause, you're keeping your body safe and healthy! It's a win/win. And a thank you very much!50 condoms/donation.
Claimed: 6 of 500
$150
Credit on screen
Get your name in lights as a big thank you for being so awesome!
$200
8" beautiful cake from The Cupcake Cafe, NYC.
The pioneers in the cake and cupcake craze have re-opened and we're all celebrating! Order an 8" beautifully decorated buttercream floral cake with an inscription. Hey, we used one in our trailer, so you can say, "Hey, I saw that in Messy and now it's in my home!" 6 degrees, baby. 6 degrees.
Sadly, the cakes can't be shipped, so local or nearby NYC dwellers can only partake in this delish reward.
Here's their website. Their cakes are not only beautiful, but scrumptious!
http://www.cupcakecafe-nyc.com
Now get some cake so you too can sweeten the pain! ;)
Claimed: 3 of 30
$350
A top shelf vibrator- Hustler G spot rabbit
Yes, indeed! You will get a top shelf vibrator (Hustler G spot rabbit) shipped to you and you won't be in the Mess that I got myself into! All joking aside, I hear from top intel that these not only do the job they go above and beyond. Just like you!We'll get yours shipped right out so the fun can start ASAP!
Claimed: 1 of 100
$400
Be a featured background actor in an episode
Be a featured background actor in one of our web-isodes! Let our director of photography get close and personal with your face and you'll have memories for years! We'd be honored and flattered! And just an added bonus, working with director, Nicole Ansari, is a real joy!
Must be local or nearby to NYC.
$500
Join us at Wrap Party!
Just when you get home and close the door and think you can unwind, the s**t hits the fan with the spouse going on and on about the co-workers at the office and the kids bouncing off the walls and there's no escape. Thanks to you there is an escape! There's a wrap party in NYC and it will melt your troubles away. A very grand thank you!
And PS. You'll also get a screen credit, two shots of top shelf Scotch, and a toast to you!
$600
Be in an episode with a line or 2
Contribute so generously and we'll do the same back! We'll write up a good line or two for you and schedule you in! You'll get a call sheet, hair and make-up will get you gussied up, and we'll shoot you in a scene for you to cherish forever. I would love to work with you and so would Nicole!
Another local or close to NYC donation.
$1,500
A Night Out on the Town (NYC) with Nicole and myself!
For being such an amazing supporter, we want to get to know you better and take you out to a few of our favorite places and have a few beverages and snacks and maybe even share some funny stories together! Get your favorite outfit together, sift through your memories that you may want to share, and let's get going!
And a very, very big thank you!!! And I'll throw in a screen credit and t-shirt as well! If you can't make the night out, we'll give you a screen credit and send you big thank you's across the world!
$5,000
Associate Producer
Well, what can I say? I mean, this is quite the contribution and you deserve nothing but an Associate Producer level credit. Who knows? Maybe you'll fall in love with the film industry and become a profesh producer! You can also join us at the wrap party in NYC and we'll buy 2 shots of your favorite liquor and throw in an 8" cake from The Cupcake Cafe, NYC. Order the cake when you need to. Thank you!!!
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Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Catfish Special
The Catfish Special is a donation without a reward, just like being catfished in real life! We are truly grateful to your catfishing, though, and will never forget you!
$20
The Struggling Artist
We know what it's like when you want to help your fellow artists out but feel like you can't. This one will not break your budget and will make you feel like a champ! You're awesome!
$25
Social Media Shout-out Special
A very loud shout-out goes to you on 1 of your social media platforms, whether it's Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or hey, if you don't want the shout out but you just want to contribute to the Messy ship, just let us know!
$45
T- Shirt with the Messy Logo
Claimed: 35 of 250
$70
Time to Get Messy! Condoms
Kate and Nicole want you to have all the fun in the world, but you must play it safe, so here's a little added bonus: Time to Get Messy condoms! Not only do you contribute to a good cause, you're keeping your body safe and healthy! It's a win/win. And a thank you very much!50 condoms/donation.
Claimed: 6 of 500
$150
Credit on screen
Get your name in lights as a big thank you for being so awesome!
$200
8" beautiful cake from The Cupcake Cafe, NYC.
The pioneers in the cake and cupcake craze have re-opened and we're all celebrating! Order an 8" beautifully decorated buttercream floral cake with an inscription. Hey, we used one in our trailer, so you can say, "Hey, I saw that in Messy and now it's in my home!" 6 degrees, baby. 6 degrees.
Sadly, the cakes can't be shipped, so local or nearby NYC dwellers can only partake in this delish reward.
Here's their website. Their cakes are not only beautiful, but scrumptious!
http://www.cupcakecafe-nyc.com
Now get some cake so you too can sweeten the pain! ;)
Claimed: 3 of 30
$350
A top shelf vibrator- Hustler G spot rabbit
Yes, indeed! You will get a top shelf vibrator (Hustler G spot rabbit) shipped to you and you won't be in the Mess that I got myself into! All joking aside, I hear from top intel that these not only do the job they go above and beyond. Just like you!We'll get yours shipped right out so the fun can start ASAP!
Claimed: 1 of 100
$400
Be a featured background actor in an episode
Be a featured background actor in one of our web-isodes! Let our director of photography get close and personal with your face and you'll have memories for years! We'd be honored and flattered! And just an added bonus, working with director, Nicole Ansari, is a real joy!
Must be local or nearby to NYC.
$500
Join us at Wrap Party!
Just when you get home and close the door and think you can unwind, the s**t hits the fan with the spouse going on and on about the co-workers at the office and the kids bouncing off the walls and there's no escape. Thanks to you there is an escape! There's a wrap party in NYC and it will melt your troubles away. A very grand thank you!
And PS. You'll also get a screen credit, two shots of top shelf Scotch, and a toast to you!
$600
Be in an episode with a line or 2
Contribute so generously and we'll do the same back! We'll write up a good line or two for you and schedule you in! You'll get a call sheet, hair and make-up will get you gussied up, and we'll shoot you in a scene for you to cherish forever. I would love to work with you and so would Nicole!
Another local or close to NYC donation.
$1,500
A Night Out on the Town (NYC) with Nicole and myself!
For being such an amazing supporter, we want to get to know you better and take you out to a few of our favorite places and have a few beverages and snacks and maybe even share some funny stories together! Get your favorite outfit together, sift through your memories that you may want to share, and let's get going!
And a very, very big thank you!!! And I'll throw in a screen credit and t-shirt as well! If you can't make the night out, we'll give you a screen credit and send you big thank you's across the world!
$5,000
Associate Producer
Well, what can I say? I mean, this is quite the contribution and you deserve nothing but an Associate Producer level credit. Who knows? Maybe you'll fall in love with the film industry and become a profesh producer! You can also join us at the wrap party in NYC and we'll buy 2 shots of your favorite liquor and throw in an 8" cake from The Cupcake Cafe, NYC. Order the cake when you need to. Thank you!!!
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About This Team
Kate Warren, writer of Messy and is the actress playing Lee, the protagonist. Kate was born in NYC, raised in Greece, Maine, NJ, and received her BFA in acting at The University of NC-Greensboro. Kate has lived in NYC for the most part since 1991. She has acted most recently at The Players Theater playing Amanda Wingfield in The Glass Menagerie and Lady Van Tassel in Sleepy Hollow. Kate has worked with The Shelter Theater Co. in several of their "Peep Shows" at The Bell House in Brooklyn, played in Johnny Johnson under the direction of Estelle Parsons, was in a tribute to The Group Theater at Symphony Space in NYC. July 2017, Kate played Beverly, in indie film, Ask For Jane, directed by Rachel Carey. She played the mother of actress Cody Horn and was also thrilled to be in a scene with Alison Wright. Kate has recently worked on a few Discovery ID shows, including the lead in Pandora's Box, Homicide on the Range. Kate started writing Messy in April 2017 and workshopped it at The Shelter Theater Company's "Shelter Sundays."
After one of my readings of Messy, I was speaking to Nicole and she said she couldn't stop thinking about the script. I went on a total gut instinct that she would understand the vividness of my script and the fantasy scenes so I asked her if she wanted to direct. She said yes and we I wrote a trailer script, we shot it, and with Cameron Bossert's extreme talent as a post production
Nicole Ansari is a NY based internationally renowned actress of screen and stage as well as a Film producer and director. She produced two feature films, the Thriller “As good as dead” with Andy Mc Dowell and the comedy “Blumenthal” with Brian Cox. She wrote and directed her first short film in the UK starring Henry Ian Cusick (of the series Lost) and directed a short documentary about the arts program in a NY public school, entitled “Padim.” Nicole is delighted to return to directing with this hilariously written and touching story by Kate Warren based on real life events. As an actress she has worked with some of the great directors of our time including Steven Soderbergh, Trevor Nunn, Ariane Mnouchkine and her husband Brian Cox. Most recently she starred in the German feature film “die Liebe deines Lebens” and in the off Broadway hit “Daybreak.” More details of her work are found on IMDB.
Cameron Bossert is an editor of feature films, shorts, and web projects, mentored by Oscar-nominee Simona Paggi (Life if Beautiful). He co-founded the production company Thirdwing LTD with Stacey Linnartz and Jeremy Rishe where he has directed numerous webseries and two features, the latest being the upcoming JEWTAH. His work as a composer has been performed by the American Symphony and Brooklyn Symphony orchestras among others.
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