Propelled by a tenacious team of women, MY LEFT ARM is a slow burn horror short that will explore the notion of control, self sabotage and the nature of identity. It will be taut, beautiful and atmospheric; an introspective morality tale with an unreliable narrator and an exciting original twist.
Propelled by a tenacious team of women, MY LEFT ARM is a slow burn horror short that will explore the notion of control, self sabotage and the nature of identity. It will be taut, beautiful and atmospheric; an introspective morality tale with an unreliable narrator and an exciting original twist.
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Story
Mission Statement
This film is about a woman at war with her own body, and we want to try to dive into that concept, both emotionally & physically. Women are vastly underrepresented above-the-line in horror - 49% of horror audiences are female, while only 6% of horror films are directed by women. Let’s change that!About The Project
The Story
Malorie is used to being in control - she is artistic, precise, and confident - but in the wake of a devastating incident, Malorie finds herself literally at odds with her own body. Her body begins to rebel; to squelch aspects of her character and personality in ways that are... unsettling to say the least. As Malorie's private war continues to escalate, the conflict inevitably begins to bleed over into her closest relationships... until finally, in a viscerally powerful finale, Malorie comes face to face with the truth - and the cost - of her own identity.
The Inspiration
Betrayal is terrifying - it happens all the time in real life, but it’s always a shock. Big betrayals, little betrayals, they all hurt. Often times, to make that "deep-cut" feeling worse, betrayal comes from those dearest to us. We just thought, what if we brought that concept even closer to home? What if the tables were turned on you, but from the inside out? What would that do to your identity and your sense of self? How would it affect your relationships? Think about the things that you feel define you as an individual - what if those things suddenly... weren’t yours anymore? They’re not gone, you didn’t lose them - they just… belong to someone else now. And that "someone else" isn't an external force, but something "other" that lives inside of you. What lengths would you be willing to go to in order to maintain your sense of self? Would you fight tooth and nail... or would you give in and choose to disappear?
Tone & Style
Tonally, the film will be chock full of creeping psychological dread (think THE SHINING or THE BABADOOK), intentionally rationing its real scares for maximum impact. Stylistically the thought was - what if Wes Anderson made THE WITCH? This movie is going to feel moody, atmospheric, and at times viscerally painful to watch - but it’s also going to have this rich, beautiful and incredibly precise aesthetic.
How You Can Help + Looking Towards The Future
Thank you so much for even considering a partnership with us and this film!
This campaign will fund MY LEFT ARM's four-day production process. We already have a super talented crew on deck and some great gear on our wishlist (including an ARRI Alexa), but we need your help - we believe strongly in paying artists equally and fairly for their time and creativity. Join us!
We have also built some money into the budget for festival submissions after the film is shot and edited. We believe a tight, atmospheric horror film like this one could go far on the niche festival circuit and beyond!
If you'd like to be a part of bringing MY LEFT ARM to life and believe strongly in supporting women-driven horror films + more inclusion above-the-line (behind the camera), please consider financially partnering with us and supporting our campaign.
We also love a good share! If this project resonates with you, please share our SEED & SPARK campaign via email, social media, word of mouth, etc.
Finally, don't forget to FOLLOW us here on SEED & SPARK and check back for updates!
Thank you again for your support - we are so excited to share this journey with you!
Incentives
$10
Social Media Shoutout
It's the least we can do. Thank you so much for supporting women in horror!$20
We put YOU In Your Favorite Horror Movie + Digital Screener
Just tell us what your favorite horror movie of all time is and we'll Photoshop YOU into it! Think of how jealous literally everyone else will be when they see you holding hands with YOURSELF just as Danny rounds that corner in THE SHINING. PLUS - this incentive ALSO gets you the link to a private digital screener (as well as a social media shout out)!*
*Screener link provided after first festival appearance.
$50
Special Thanks in the Film Credits + Digital Movie Poster
You get the shout out on social media, we thank you by name in the credits of our film, AND you get a shareable MY LEFT ARM digital movie poster download!$70
Cam's Bracelet
We will sing your praises on social media AND send you beaded bracelet just like the one Cam makes for Malorie in the film! This inncentive is SO fashion forward.$100
Personalized Shareable Horror GIF
Do you like horror? We do! This incentive gets you a personalized shareable GIF of YOU (yes YOU) in a classic horror movie AND a special thanks in the film's credits (plus a link to our digital screener and a social media shoutout)!$250
Original Poster Design for Your Film OR Production Company Logo Design
This is a big one. Are you an independent filmmaker looking for a poster design to help your film stand out? Is it time to create a logo for your new production company? We want to help! MY LEFT ARM is partnering with Los Angeles-based studio BIRDBOT CREATIVE to provide you with some great design for your next project, whatever it may be! This incentive gets you ONE initial design (poster OR logo), and TWO rounds of revisions (plus a social media shout out AND a link the digital screener).**Physical printing/shipping not included.
$300
Screening Party + Q and A with our Producers, Writer and Lead Actress
Come watch the film with us in Los Angeles*, then stay after for an inciteful Q&A as we dig deep into the themes of identity, control, and self-sabotage (plus a social media shout out, a link the digital screener and a personalized horror pic)!*Travel and per diem is not included.
Claimed: 0 of 15
$500
Co-Producer Credit
If you really want to show your love and support for this film (and are looking to add to your already impressive resume), this is a good way to do it! You will receive a co-producer credit on IMDB (plus a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic)!Claimed: 3 of 5
$1,000
Full Film Pitch + Design Package
Did you just make a brilliant film and you're looking for a professional + polished way to shop it around/present yourself at festivals? Do you have an amazing concept you'd like to shoot, but need to raise some money/attract the eye of a few investors first? Have we got the incentive for YOU. This incentive gets you the whole festival/film/pitch design package.* Los Angeles-based studio BIRDBOT CREATIVE will design your EPK (OR pitch deck), your film poster, assets for your social media launch**, and your film's logo. You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic!***All original designs - one initial iteration with two rounds of revisions. Pitch deck limited to 10 pages. Physical printing/shipping is not included.
** Includes 1 cover design and 1 profile picture design formatted for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram along with 5 image posts that can be posted across all media platforms.
$1,000
ONE OF A KIND Prop
We can't tell you what this is because it'd be a HUGE SPOILER, but trust us - if you like horror, you're going to LOVE this prop. It was created specifically for this film, plays a crucial part in the story's climax, and is truly 100% unique. You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic!Claimed: 0 of 1
$5,000
Executive Producer Credit
An Executive Producer credit on IMDB! It doesn't get much better than that. PLUS, you will receive all of the previously mentioned incentives! You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener, a personalized horror pic, a bracelet reminiscent of the one in the film, and an invite to our Screening with Q&A following!Claimed: 0 of 1
$15,000
The ALL IN
Do you REALLY believe in supporting women in horror and that genre film needs to embrace MORE DIVERSE perspectives? Do you LOVE the logline for this film? Or maybe you're just WAY into horror. Either way, this is the incentive for YOU. Close us out and you GET EVERYTHING (all of the previously mentioned incentives), PLUS, come join us on set for the STAR TREATMENT.*Meals on set provided. Travel to Los Angeles not included.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Social Media Shoutout
It's the least we can do. Thank you so much for supporting women in horror!$20
We put YOU In Your Favorite Horror Movie + Digital Screener
Just tell us what your favorite horror movie of all time is and we'll Photoshop YOU into it! Think of how jealous literally everyone else will be when they see you holding hands with YOURSELF just as Danny rounds that corner in THE SHINING. PLUS - this incentive ALSO gets you the link to a private digital screener (as well as a social media shout out)!*
*Screener link provided after first festival appearance.
$50
Special Thanks in the Film Credits + Digital Movie Poster
You get the shout out on social media, we thank you by name in the credits of our film, AND you get a shareable MY LEFT ARM digital movie poster download!$70
Cam's Bracelet
We will sing your praises on social media AND send you beaded bracelet just like the one Cam makes for Malorie in the film! This inncentive is SO fashion forward.$100
Personalized Shareable Horror GIF
Do you like horror? We do! This incentive gets you a personalized shareable GIF of YOU (yes YOU) in a classic horror movie AND a special thanks in the film's credits (plus a link to our digital screener and a social media shoutout)!$250
Original Poster Design for Your Film OR Production Company Logo Design
This is a big one. Are you an independent filmmaker looking for a poster design to help your film stand out? Is it time to create a logo for your new production company? We want to help! MY LEFT ARM is partnering with Los Angeles-based studio BIRDBOT CREATIVE to provide you with some great design for your next project, whatever it may be! This incentive gets you ONE initial design (poster OR logo), and TWO rounds of revisions (plus a social media shout out AND a link the digital screener).**Physical printing/shipping not included.
$300
Screening Party + Q and A with our Producers, Writer and Lead Actress
Come watch the film with us in Los Angeles*, then stay after for an inciteful Q&A as we dig deep into the themes of identity, control, and self-sabotage (plus a social media shout out, a link the digital screener and a personalized horror pic)!*Travel and per diem is not included.
Claimed: 0 of 15
$500
Co-Producer Credit
If you really want to show your love and support for this film (and are looking to add to your already impressive resume), this is a good way to do it! You will receive a co-producer credit on IMDB (plus a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic)!Claimed: 3 of 5
$1,000
Full Film Pitch + Design Package
Did you just make a brilliant film and you're looking for a professional + polished way to shop it around/present yourself at festivals? Do you have an amazing concept you'd like to shoot, but need to raise some money/attract the eye of a few investors first? Have we got the incentive for YOU. This incentive gets you the whole festival/film/pitch design package.* Los Angeles-based studio BIRDBOT CREATIVE will design your EPK (OR pitch deck), your film poster, assets for your social media launch**, and your film's logo. You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic!***All original designs - one initial iteration with two rounds of revisions. Pitch deck limited to 10 pages. Physical printing/shipping is not included.
** Includes 1 cover design and 1 profile picture design formatted for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram along with 5 image posts that can be posted across all media platforms.
$1,000
ONE OF A KIND Prop
We can't tell you what this is because it'd be a HUGE SPOILER, but trust us - if you like horror, you're going to LOVE this prop. It was created specifically for this film, plays a crucial part in the story's climax, and is truly 100% unique. You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener and a personalized horror pic!Claimed: 0 of 1
$5,000
Executive Producer Credit
An Executive Producer credit on IMDB! It doesn't get much better than that. PLUS, you will receive all of the previously mentioned incentives! You will also receive a social media shout out, a link to the digital screener, a personalized horror pic, a bracelet reminiscent of the one in the film, and an invite to our Screening with Q&A following!Claimed: 0 of 1
$15,000
The ALL IN
Do you REALLY believe in supporting women in horror and that genre film needs to embrace MORE DIVERSE perspectives? Do you LOVE the logline for this film? Or maybe you're just WAY into horror. Either way, this is the incentive for YOU. Close us out and you GET EVERYTHING (all of the previously mentioned incentives), PLUS, come join us on set for the STAR TREATMENT.*Meals on set provided. Travel to Los Angeles not included.
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About This Team
Melissa Vitello (Head Producer) is an award-winning screenwriter and producer having experience for over 15 years in filmmaking as a director/writer and producer. Melissa set roots in Los Angeles in 2006 to begin her venture into the filmmaking world. Since then, she has studied screenwriting and produced feature films under A-list talented directors and film veterans in the industry. Melissa continues her journey in filmmaking with, currently two other feature films at the very beginning of development for the year, she is a continual proud enthusiast for raising up talented female filmmakers into the spotlight and currently works as the head of studio production for a short form creative content production company. Melissa also has a smoking hot husband and a very lazy cat, both of whom she loves very much.
Stacy Snyder (Producer)
Ashley Gianni (Wardrobe/Production Design)
Elizabeth Alan (Lead Actress, Producer) is an actress, producer, graphic designer and bird mom who adores storytelling and is convinced that film is one of the most important mediums we can use in shaping today’s society for the better. Whether it be awareness, empathy or a momentary escape, film’s ability to make us feel is unparalleled. Elizabeth is easily frightened, and can count the number of horror films she has watched on both hands, but couldn’t turn away from this project after having the story concept come to her during a what turned out to be a less than relaxing shower. Armed with a bevy of talented friends and double-jointed fingers, Elizabeth is so excited to be a part of ‘My Left Arm’ and to share it with the world!
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