Misophonia
Boise, Idaho | Film Feature
Comedy, Drama
Misophonia dives into an untapped narrative with a comedic flair that centers around an under-researched and often misdiagnosed auditory condition, giving audiences an empathetic glimpse into a misunderstood human experience, while also helping those with Misophonia to realize they are not alone.
Misophonia
Boise, Idaho | Film Feature
Comedy, Drama
1 Campaigns | Idaho, United States
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This campaign raised $50,075 for production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.
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Misophonia dives into an untapped narrative with a comedic flair that centers around an under-researched and often misdiagnosed auditory condition, giving audiences an empathetic glimpse into a misunderstood human experience, while also helping those with Misophonia to realize they are not alone.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Misophonia is an auditory condition in which certain sounds trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. Some might perceive these responses as unreasonable given the circumstances. Sounds can be anything along the lines of chewing, snapping gum, dripping water, or even repetitive noises like pencil tapping or pen clicking.
Those with Misophonia can respond to their trigger sounds with strong reactions ranging from annoyance to the urge to flee. Extreme cases can evoke responses of extreme panic and even immense emotional distress. And with it being so often misconstrued as a legitimate condition, those with it are left feeling at an invalidating loss, trying to explain a condition that a lot of people misunderstand.
So yeah… it’s not fun.
Providing a lens through which to explore and empathize with another person’s experience is the key to human understanding. And that is the exact power of filmmaking as a storytelling medium. With our film Misophonia, we intend to create a space where people can see themselves in these characters in ways they possibly haven’t before. We want to inspire audiences with a sense of empathy within an untapped narrative exploring a non-mainstream condition.
In the midst of dealing with a lay-off from his beloved job as a first grade teacher, and following an outburst with his misophonia (as well as the heartbreak of a recent breakup), Martin is forced to move in with his warmly chaotic and well meaning family: sister Phillis, brother-in-law Charlie, and their two kids Jake and Tonay. This story gives a whimsical, comedic, and heartfelt spin on Misophonia as we explore this condition through Martin’s journey toward ultimately finding a sense of understanding and validation for himself.
Schitt's Creek (2015)
We hold a unique position in being able to tell this story with a specific language and tone based in real and authentic individuality: Our very own writer and director, Bella Hall has Misophonia and has infused her own personal experience into this story with poignant honesty, incredible vulnerability, heartfelt truth, and whimsical characters… all bottled up into a lively, wholesome, and one-of-a-kind narrative. Bella is the perfect person to helm the telling of this important story.
Team Hall Productions
Our company Team Hall Productions has produced several comedic and impactful short films and music videos, making debuts and winning awards in film festivals around the country. Most recently, we won the Coca-Cola Refreshing Films program where we created a 60 second spot that Gracie Hall wrote and produced and Bella Hall directed and which played in theaters across the US and Canada.
With each project we dive into, we thoroughly engage with the story we’re telling with unwavering focus and meaningful intent. As independent filmmakers, taking this next step in producing our first feature is a hugely exciting undertaking… and one we are couldn't be more ready for.
The constant through-line for our brand and the mission behind our work is that we tell stories that bring joy into people’s lives while addressing themes and topics that deserve to be in wider conversations. Starting all the way back in Middle School as kids making trailers for our favorite books, we have since continued our creative partnership as a dynamic sister duo in the independent filmmaking scene. We are ready to take it to the next level.
Stories about people are worth telling. Telling stories about untapped and unrecognized experiences and subject matter is essential in cultivating a space in the creative world where people feel more seen in our collective human experience.
Schitt's Creek (2015), Sir Ian McKellen (2020), Moonrise Kingdom (2012), Paddington (2014)
Now more than ever, we need stories that bring us together with a sense of joy and empathetic understanding. We need stories that strike a balance of exploring tough subjects while infusing comedy throughout the journey because at the end of the day… laughter really is the best medicine.
Comedy has the incredible power of letting people take ownership of the things that negatively affect them. With this film, it is with excited resolve that we intend to make space for a story that lets those with Misophonia take ownership of their condition. And what better way to do so than with a humorous, tongue-in-cheek flair.
When you choose to support this film, not only are you supporting the story it embodies, you are also uplifting the entire cast and crew behind it. We have a fantastic and diverse team behind this production who are ready to get to work bringing this narrative to life on screen.
In addition, this production will be filmed under a union contract with the Interim Agreement in support of actors during the strike.
Your incredible contribution to this film is fueling a team intent on carving out more space for underrepresented leaders and voices both in front of and behind the camera. And it’s that kind of representation that we need more of. As a company and production helmed and led by female filmmakers, your support stands for and encourages the necessary and essential presence of women, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented voices in this creative industry.
In the extraordinary event we should hit a stretch goal for our campaign, your contribution would help cover post-production expenses like color grading and sound mixing. In addition, these funds would help support us in the being able to submit our work to film festivals so our story can be shared as far and wide as possible.
A more detailed stretch goal breakdown...
Our $50,000 goal is a minimum we need to be able to raise for this production.
- If we raise $55,000 we'll be able to cover the costs of running this campaign.
- If we raise $60,000 we'll be able to cover editing costs.
- If we raise $65,000 we'll be able to cover the costs of creating our fantastical, original score.
- If we raise $70,000 we'll be able to pay for our sound design, our mix, and add even more awesome visual effects.
- If we raise $75,000 we'll be able to cover film festival submission fees and promotion so that we're able to share the story of Misophonia as far and wide as possible.
Follow our social media platforms to support and witness the journey of this film. As well as get fun behind the scenes peaks into this whimsical story and the wonderful team behind it:
@misophoniafilm
@misophoniafilm
We need your help spreading the word about our film!
Here are a couple copy and paste-able promos you can use to adapt and share with your friends:
- " Join me in supporting the awesome team behind @misophoniafilm and help them to reach their goal for production HERE! "
- " @misophonia film is on their way to reaching their crowdfunding goal on @seedandspark. Join me in supporting them by clicking HERE! "
Your contributions to this film are INSTRUMENTAL in the journey of this project through pre-production and production, and possibly even post-production. With your support through this campaign and beyond, we'll be able to not only successfully finance this project, but ultimately make sure that this story can be shared as far and wide as possible on the film festival circuit.
When this film is finished, we'd be honored to share it with you at one of our Backers Only Screenings.
Your support of our film is moving this campaign FORWARD.
This is going to be really fun. :)
Join us.
We are beyond thrilled to be taking this next step in our careers as independent filmmakers and we are so happy and thankful that you are here. Your support of and belief in our campaign and our work means the world.
Truly, thank you.
We can't to share this story with you.
Warmly,
Bella and Gracie Hall
Team Hall Productions
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $17,000
It’s important to us that we are able to pay our cast and crew for the work they do to bring this story to life, making this film possible.
Catering and Craft Services
Costs $7,700
Our cast and crew are working tirelessly on this production and we need to be able to feed everyone for all 18 days of filming.
Locations
Costs $1,000
To cover the permits and facility fees for all of our wonderful locations.
G&E Package
Costs $10,000
This is to help cover our grip and electric package to be used all 18 days of principal photography.
Camera Expenses
Costs $10,000
This is to help cover all camera related rental package expenses for the full 18 days of principal photography.
Set Construction Materials
Costs $1,000
We have some whimsical and wonderful moments in this film that require some important set construction. This will help with those production
Makeup and Wardrobe
Costs $1,300
This will be used to help cover the wardrobe and makeup needs of Misophonia… some of which are quite fantastical.
Production Insurance
Costs $2,000
This will help cover the production insurance costs for our film.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Bella Hall - Writer / Director
Bella’s inquisitive nature is what guides her filmmaking as a writer and director. With a primary interest in heartfelt dramedies, she aims to take difficult topics and present them through a comedic lens as a way to better understand the world. Bella has directed numerous award winning short films and music videos that have made their debuts in film festivals around the world. Most recently, she directed Expand, the 2023 winning Coca-Cola Refreshing Films spot that screened in theaters across the US and Canada.
Gracie Hall - Producer
Gracie is a natural born storyteller who started her filmmaking journey by making book trailers and skits when she was a kid. Her whimsical eye and creative, methodical approach to producing have guided her craft and created a resume of award winning festival films and music videos. Most recently, she wrote and produced Expand, the 2023 winning Coca-Cola Refreshing Films spot that screened in theaters across the US and Canada.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Misophonia is an auditory condition in which certain sounds trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. Some might perceive these responses as unreasonable given the circumstances. Sounds can be anything along the lines of chewing, snapping gum, dripping water, or even repetitive noises like pencil tapping or pen clicking.
Those with Misophonia can respond to their trigger sounds with strong reactions ranging from annoyance to the urge to flee. Extreme cases can evoke responses of extreme panic and even immense emotional distress. And with it being so often misconstrued as a legitimate condition, those with it are left feeling at an invalidating loss, trying to explain a condition that a lot of people misunderstand.
So yeah… it’s not fun.
Providing a lens through which to explore and empathize with another person’s experience is the key to human understanding. And that is the exact power of filmmaking as a storytelling medium. With our film Misophonia, we intend to create a space where people can see themselves in these characters in ways they possibly haven’t before. We want to inspire audiences with a sense of empathy within an untapped narrative exploring a non-mainstream condition.
In the midst of dealing with a lay-off from his beloved job as a first grade teacher, and following an outburst with his misophonia (as well as the heartbreak of a recent breakup), Martin is forced to move in with his warmly chaotic and well meaning family: sister Phillis, brother-in-law Charlie, and their two kids Jake and Tonay. This story gives a whimsical, comedic, and heartfelt spin on Misophonia as we explore this condition through Martin’s journey toward ultimately finding a sense of understanding and validation for himself.
Schitt's Creek (2015)
We hold a unique position in being able to tell this story with a specific language and tone based in real and authentic individuality: Our very own writer and director, Bella Hall has Misophonia and has infused her own personal experience into this story with poignant honesty, incredible vulnerability, heartfelt truth, and whimsical characters… all bottled up into a lively, wholesome, and one-of-a-kind narrative. Bella is the perfect person to helm the telling of this important story.
Team Hall Productions
Our company Team Hall Productions has produced several comedic and impactful short films and music videos, making debuts and winning awards in film festivals around the country. Most recently, we won the Coca-Cola Refreshing Films program where we created a 60 second spot that Gracie Hall wrote and produced and Bella Hall directed and which played in theaters across the US and Canada.
With each project we dive into, we thoroughly engage with the story we’re telling with unwavering focus and meaningful intent. As independent filmmakers, taking this next step in producing our first feature is a hugely exciting undertaking… and one we are couldn't be more ready for.
The constant through-line for our brand and the mission behind our work is that we tell stories that bring joy into people’s lives while addressing themes and topics that deserve to be in wider conversations. Starting all the way back in Middle School as kids making trailers for our favorite books, we have since continued our creative partnership as a dynamic sister duo in the independent filmmaking scene. We are ready to take it to the next level.
Stories about people are worth telling. Telling stories about untapped and unrecognized experiences and subject matter is essential in cultivating a space in the creative world where people feel more seen in our collective human experience.
Schitt's Creek (2015), Sir Ian McKellen (2020), Moonrise Kingdom (2012), Paddington (2014)
Now more than ever, we need stories that bring us together with a sense of joy and empathetic understanding. We need stories that strike a balance of exploring tough subjects while infusing comedy throughout the journey because at the end of the day… laughter really is the best medicine.
Comedy has the incredible power of letting people take ownership of the things that negatively affect them. With this film, it is with excited resolve that we intend to make space for a story that lets those with Misophonia take ownership of their condition. And what better way to do so than with a humorous, tongue-in-cheek flair.
When you choose to support this film, not only are you supporting the story it embodies, you are also uplifting the entire cast and crew behind it. We have a fantastic and diverse team behind this production who are ready to get to work bringing this narrative to life on screen.
In addition, this production will be filmed under a union contract with the Interim Agreement in support of actors during the strike.
Your incredible contribution to this film is fueling a team intent on carving out more space for underrepresented leaders and voices both in front of and behind the camera. And it’s that kind of representation that we need more of. As a company and production helmed and led by female filmmakers, your support stands for and encourages the necessary and essential presence of women, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented voices in this creative industry.
In the extraordinary event we should hit a stretch goal for our campaign, your contribution would help cover post-production expenses like color grading and sound mixing. In addition, these funds would help support us in the being able to submit our work to film festivals so our story can be shared as far and wide as possible.
A more detailed stretch goal breakdown...
Our $50,000 goal is a minimum we need to be able to raise for this production.
- If we raise $55,000 we'll be able to cover the costs of running this campaign.
- If we raise $60,000 we'll be able to cover editing costs.
- If we raise $65,000 we'll be able to cover the costs of creating our fantastical, original score.
- If we raise $70,000 we'll be able to pay for our sound design, our mix, and add even more awesome visual effects.
- If we raise $75,000 we'll be able to cover film festival submission fees and promotion so that we're able to share the story of Misophonia as far and wide as possible.
Follow our social media platforms to support and witness the journey of this film. As well as get fun behind the scenes peaks into this whimsical story and the wonderful team behind it:
@misophoniafilm
@misophoniafilm
We need your help spreading the word about our film!
Here are a couple copy and paste-able promos you can use to adapt and share with your friends:
- " Join me in supporting the awesome team behind @misophoniafilm and help them to reach their goal for production HERE! "
- " @misophonia film is on their way to reaching their crowdfunding goal on @seedandspark. Join me in supporting them by clicking HERE! "
Your contributions to this film are INSTRUMENTAL in the journey of this project through pre-production and production, and possibly even post-production. With your support through this campaign and beyond, we'll be able to not only successfully finance this project, but ultimately make sure that this story can be shared as far and wide as possible on the film festival circuit.
When this film is finished, we'd be honored to share it with you at one of our Backers Only Screenings.
Your support of our film is moving this campaign FORWARD.
This is going to be really fun. :)
Join us.
We are beyond thrilled to be taking this next step in our careers as independent filmmakers and we are so happy and thankful that you are here. Your support of and belief in our campaign and our work means the world.
Truly, thank you.
We can't to share this story with you.
Warmly,
Bella and Gracie Hall
Team Hall Productions
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $17,000
It’s important to us that we are able to pay our cast and crew for the work they do to bring this story to life, making this film possible.
Catering and Craft Services
Costs $7,700
Our cast and crew are working tirelessly on this production and we need to be able to feed everyone for all 18 days of filming.
Locations
Costs $1,000
To cover the permits and facility fees for all of our wonderful locations.
G&E Package
Costs $10,000
This is to help cover our grip and electric package to be used all 18 days of principal photography.
Camera Expenses
Costs $10,000
This is to help cover all camera related rental package expenses for the full 18 days of principal photography.
Set Construction Materials
Costs $1,000
We have some whimsical and wonderful moments in this film that require some important set construction. This will help with those production
Makeup and Wardrobe
Costs $1,300
This will be used to help cover the wardrobe and makeup needs of Misophonia… some of which are quite fantastical.
Production Insurance
Costs $2,000
This will help cover the production insurance costs for our film.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Bella Hall - Writer / Director
Bella’s inquisitive nature is what guides her filmmaking as a writer and director. With a primary interest in heartfelt dramedies, she aims to take difficult topics and present them through a comedic lens as a way to better understand the world. Bella has directed numerous award winning short films and music videos that have made their debuts in film festivals around the world. Most recently, she directed Expand, the 2023 winning Coca-Cola Refreshing Films spot that screened in theaters across the US and Canada.
Gracie Hall - Producer
Gracie is a natural born storyteller who started her filmmaking journey by making book trailers and skits when she was a kid. Her whimsical eye and creative, methodical approach to producing have guided her craft and created a resume of award winning festival films and music videos. Most recently, she wrote and produced Expand, the 2023 winning Coca-Cola Refreshing Films spot that screened in theaters across the US and Canada.