Not a Thru Street
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Comedy, Drama
‘Not a Thru Street’ follows Cello Miles, a musician grappling with his true identity amidst the pressures of fame. Faced with the choice to conform to industry stereotypes, Cello journeys through the highs and lows of stardom on a turbulent path to his version of success.
Not a Thru Street
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Comedy, Drama
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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‘Not a Thru Street’ follows Cello Miles, a musician grappling with his true identity amidst the pressures of fame. Faced with the choice to conform to industry stereotypes, Cello journeys through the highs and lows of stardom on a turbulent path to his version of success.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
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- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
This short film is inspired by a 6-song Alternative Hip Hop EP titled 'Not a Thru Street,' created by Cello Miles. The film serves as a dramatic adaptation of the EP's narrative.
The story revolves around a young man at crossroads in life, where his decisions hold the power to alter his path. The viewer will see different versions of Cello Miles that overlap each other. He embodies roles ranging from a cashier at a corrupt corporate chain to a displaced drug addict, a materialistic rapper enamored with wealth and women, and finally, a version of himself prioritizing family over the allure of Hollywood's vices.
We intend to show the struggles of having faith in oneself, and the different routes life can take you when you trust or don't trust in your decisions.The film will lean into surrealism to personify the internal contradictions we battle as human beings. These portrayals bring light to the everyday challenges faced by Black men and the pitfalls that accompany success. Ultimately, the narrative centers on a reconnection with family values, showing Black men finding strength in a supportive, loving nuclear family.
Your generous tax-deductible donations will help us bring this story to life by supporting our talented cast and crew. It will cover essential expenses like insurance and equipment rentals, and giving back to the community through our fiscal sponsor Black Film Space. We want to foster a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about growth and storytelling. We are counting on you to bring it home, together we can make a difference! Thank you for being a part of this journey with us.
The storyline is a Surrealistic Dramedy within the multiverse of Cello Miles life. Similar to stories like Crash with character overlap, Atlanta with the satirical comedy, and Matrix/Everything Everywhere All at Once due to the introspective themes of the character arch.
Cello Miles here, creator of the music for the short film and lead actor. I recently was in a near-fatal car accident with my fiancé that put my life in perspective. The idea of creating this film stemmed from the minds of Isaiah Anderson (Director) and I, after I recovered from the crash. The music talks about the uncertainties of going down a road of no return or starting a journey where you can't see the end. We thought to personify those emotions and curate a film. This film means a lot to us because it's about committing to your goals, no matter what road blocks are set against you. The irony of it all is that before my car crash I released an album about driving on a road trip...so my art is literally imitating my life. People who are or were forced with the tough decision to give up on their dreams, this is for you! This is the story for anyone who can relate to having a second chance at LIFE to fight for their dream. THIS is our why!!!
Filmmaking is expensive. Like...really expensive. Two things are important: paying people properly and renting equipment.
WE MUST HIT 80% OF OUR GOAL IN ORDER TO BE GREEN LIT AKA RECEIVE ANY OF THE FUNDS.
Our initial goal for this crowdfund is $30,000. This is what that amount will go towards:
- Crew
- Locations
- Actors and their travel
- Set dressing and props
- Wardrobe
- Meals
- Camera and lenses
- Insurance
PRE-PRODUCTION
(April - November 2024)
- Assembling internal crew
- Location scouting
- Test shooting
- Consultations with industry professionals and securing fiscal sponsorship
PRODUCTION START
(December 2024)
- Start filming
- Create BTS assets to be used for marketing and promotion
- Conduct interviews with cast and crew
POST-PRODUCTION
(February 2025)
- Secure platforms for distribution
- Use teasers of the short film to grow our community on our social media pages
- Sending our producers to attend local entertainment events to spread the word
SOIREE/PREMIERE PARTY
(March 2025)
- A soiree for the cast and crew to commemorate the ending of filming
- Premiere party and art showcase for the contributors and fans to view “Not a Thru Street” as well as support local vendors
DISTRIBUTION & FESTIVALS
(March 2025)
- Uploading film to international and national festivals
- Hold seminars and private screenings of the film at local art schools and nonprofits to speak about the importance of re-establishing nuclear family imagery in black films and debunking the stereotypes of black men
Follow us on Instagram @notathrustreetfilm every follow, re-share, message helps us get that much closer to reaching our goal!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
On-Set Insurance
Costs $650
Safety First! We're looking to purchase on-set insurance to make sure our cast, crew, and equipment is safe.
Locations
Costs $3,000
Locations are vital to tell our story. The following locations will be used: A diner, a Pawn Shop, Black & White Stages, and the LA Streets
Camera, Lens, and lighting equipment
Costs $8,000
The largest expense to our team is having professional standard equipment to tell our story.
Crew Expenses
Costs $1,000
Payments for cast members and crew (Director, editor, cinematographers, sound engineers, etc.)
Food Catering
Costs $1,000
Catering for the crew and cast throughout the production of the film
Transportion
Costs $1,000
Transportation for eight days for shooting to get our crew and equipment around safely.
Wardrobe
Costs $2,000
Clothing for entire cast
Set Design/Props
Costs $850
This amount will help us with creating set designs and buying props that enhance the authenticity of our film
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
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Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
This short film is inspired by a 6-song Alternative Hip Hop EP titled 'Not a Thru Street,' created by Cello Miles. The film serves as a dramatic adaptation of the EP's narrative.
The story revolves around a young man at crossroads in life, where his decisions hold the power to alter his path. The viewer will see different versions of Cello Miles that overlap each other. He embodies roles ranging from a cashier at a corrupt corporate chain to a displaced drug addict, a materialistic rapper enamored with wealth and women, and finally, a version of himself prioritizing family over the allure of Hollywood's vices.
We intend to show the struggles of having faith in oneself, and the different routes life can take you when you trust or don't trust in your decisions.The film will lean into surrealism to personify the internal contradictions we battle as human beings. These portrayals bring light to the everyday challenges faced by Black men and the pitfalls that accompany success. Ultimately, the narrative centers on a reconnection with family values, showing Black men finding strength in a supportive, loving nuclear family.
Your generous tax-deductible donations will help us bring this story to life by supporting our talented cast and crew. It will cover essential expenses like insurance and equipment rentals, and giving back to the community through our fiscal sponsor Black Film Space. We want to foster a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about growth and storytelling. We are counting on you to bring it home, together we can make a difference! Thank you for being a part of this journey with us.
The storyline is a Surrealistic Dramedy within the multiverse of Cello Miles life. Similar to stories like Crash with character overlap, Atlanta with the satirical comedy, and Matrix/Everything Everywhere All at Once due to the introspective themes of the character arch.
Cello Miles here, creator of the music for the short film and lead actor. I recently was in a near-fatal car accident with my fiancé that put my life in perspective. The idea of creating this film stemmed from the minds of Isaiah Anderson (Director) and I, after I recovered from the crash. The music talks about the uncertainties of going down a road of no return or starting a journey where you can't see the end. We thought to personify those emotions and curate a film. This film means a lot to us because it's about committing to your goals, no matter what road blocks are set against you. The irony of it all is that before my car crash I released an album about driving on a road trip...so my art is literally imitating my life. People who are or were forced with the tough decision to give up on their dreams, this is for you! This is the story for anyone who can relate to having a second chance at LIFE to fight for their dream. THIS is our why!!!
Filmmaking is expensive. Like...really expensive. Two things are important: paying people properly and renting equipment.
WE MUST HIT 80% OF OUR GOAL IN ORDER TO BE GREEN LIT AKA RECEIVE ANY OF THE FUNDS.
Our initial goal for this crowdfund is $30,000. This is what that amount will go towards:
- Crew
- Locations
- Actors and their travel
- Set dressing and props
- Wardrobe
- Meals
- Camera and lenses
- Insurance
PRE-PRODUCTION
(April - November 2024)
- Assembling internal crew
- Location scouting
- Test shooting
- Consultations with industry professionals and securing fiscal sponsorship
PRODUCTION START
(December 2024)
- Start filming
- Create BTS assets to be used for marketing and promotion
- Conduct interviews with cast and crew
POST-PRODUCTION
(February 2025)
- Secure platforms for distribution
- Use teasers of the short film to grow our community on our social media pages
- Sending our producers to attend local entertainment events to spread the word
SOIREE/PREMIERE PARTY
(March 2025)
- A soiree for the cast and crew to commemorate the ending of filming
- Premiere party and art showcase for the contributors and fans to view “Not a Thru Street” as well as support local vendors
DISTRIBUTION & FESTIVALS
(March 2025)
- Uploading film to international and national festivals
- Hold seminars and private screenings of the film at local art schools and nonprofits to speak about the importance of re-establishing nuclear family imagery in black films and debunking the stereotypes of black men
Follow us on Instagram @notathrustreetfilm every follow, re-share, message helps us get that much closer to reaching our goal!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
On-Set Insurance
Costs $650
Safety First! We're looking to purchase on-set insurance to make sure our cast, crew, and equipment is safe.
Locations
Costs $3,000
Locations are vital to tell our story. The following locations will be used: A diner, a Pawn Shop, Black & White Stages, and the LA Streets
Camera, Lens, and lighting equipment
Costs $8,000
The largest expense to our team is having professional standard equipment to tell our story.
Crew Expenses
Costs $1,000
Payments for cast members and crew (Director, editor, cinematographers, sound engineers, etc.)
Food Catering
Costs $1,000
Catering for the crew and cast throughout the production of the film
Transportion
Costs $1,000
Transportation for eight days for shooting to get our crew and equipment around safely.
Wardrobe
Costs $2,000
Clothing for entire cast
Set Design/Props
Costs $850
This amount will help us with creating set designs and buying props that enhance the authenticity of our film
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
.