You helped us bring the story of the modern pin up to film festivals. Now help us take the next step. We're looking for funding to bring the pin up to the WORLD - through a global tour and an interactive online documentary. Check out our Day 25 update for follower/backer bonuses!
You helped us bring the story of the modern pin up to film festivals. Now help us take the next step. We're looking for funding to bring the pin up to the WORLD - through a global tour and an interactive online documentary. Check out our Day 25 update for follower/backer bonuses!
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The Untold Story
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Story
About The Project
Pin Up! The Movie is a feature-length documentary - and so much more! We're the first ever film to tell the story of the modern pin up: women who live and breathe vintage style.
We've already made it to the festival circuit and are now looking for funding to help with:
- a global screening tour
- music licensing for distribution
- post-production of our online interactive documentary, including adding features with 20+ new pin ups who we're casting via select pin up contests and a casting call on our Instagram
It's Always Been the Cat Eye
It was just two years ago when I started working on what would become Pin Up! The Movie. Easy peasy, I thought. A couple of women, a photographer, a rock star expert (Maria Elena Buszek), great images - mix it all up and out comes a documentary.
What I found was a story about empowerment, sisterhood, and, yes, feminism.
Prepping for a photo shoot.
Pin Up! The Movie draws viewers into the pin up subculture. We follow a group of women through their everyday lives, learning why they’re drawn to the retro style. There are two interrelated stories within the feature film. In one, a group of women compete for the title of Miss 1940s White Christmas Ball. In the other, established pin up photographer Mitzi Valenzuela and her crew seek a new fresh face for a magazine spread. Through it all we discover that the pin up, far from being a vision gazed upon by men, is actually a feminist icon: a symbol of the power, beauty, and solidarity found in womanhood.
This documentary NEEDED to happen, to show how the pinups of today have
changed the lives of others while changing their own lives for themselves.
The documentary's goal to capture it on film is far from over, and I hope
that one day I can be a part of such an important project!♡
Miss Mozzy Dee, Pin Up
The pin up, to borrow from art historian Buszek (a producer and academic consultant on the film), has a clear feminist lineage: starting with the independent Gibson Girl of the late 1800s continuing to the do-it-yourself pin up made by women for women during World War II and even manifesting in the pin up poster art of Gil Elvgren, who painted the traditional “girl with car” with a twist: his “girls” were winning race car drivers.
Our online interactive documentary goes a step further - introducing viewers to women from across the globe who are a part of the pin up scene. Between the feature film and online documentary, we're featuring more than fifty women who share their experiences with us in order to help vewiers understand their world.
At it's core, Modern Pin Up is about feminism and female empowerment, and
this film shows that very well through interviews with pin ups, photographers,
and authors. Very thought-provoking and entertaining,
"Pin Up! The Movie" is a definite must-see.
Freddie Premo, Fan
We Have a Look....
We're taking our inspiration from pin up style. The feature film uses contemporary music by mostly independent artists (think Postmodern Jukebox, Imelda May, the Barberettes, and others) to set our tone. The women tell their stories in their own words - no narration here! And we made ample use of both vintage and contemporary photographs, film and other images.
"Pin Up: The Movie!" is an inspirational film about the modern woman today.
Anyone can be a pin up, no matter what obstacles or how routine one's life is.
All women need to feel beautiful and enhance their confidence
within. A confident woman is a powerful one.
Leslie Rox, Pin Up
For the gals and guys who aren't sure they want to go full vintage IRL (and for those who do), the i-doc offers a rich exploration of pin up style combining only online material with excerpts from the film. Viewers fill up a virtual "make-up case" with stories, photographs, and all sorts of other virtual goodies. It's almost like a pin up game - as users complete segments they'll get access to new elements of the film. And did we mention we plan to make it completely free?
On the red carpet with some of the gals you'll meet in our i-doc.
Our idea turns the "how" of the story over to viewers/users. We have interrelated story lines you can follow, but you don't have to go from A to B to C... you can go from M to D to K if you desire We're working with a platform called Racontr, that is cutting edge for this type of stuff.
How Can I Help?
Even though we're already in festival release, we can still use your help! We're looking for funding for music licensing for distribution, travel and other costs for domestic and international screenings (we already have bookings in Boulder CO, San Diego CA, Australia, and Sweden), and post-production of the interactive documentary. And we have stretch goals we'll unlock if we reach our inital campaign goal. #fingerscrossed
A bit skint right now? No worries. We're also looking for in-kind donations, ranging from public relations help to arranging screenings to ??? You pick the category and tell us how you want to help!
Can't contribute anything at the moment? Just sign up for updates - simply following the project can help us win the Seed & Spark Project Greenlight Untold Stories Challenge and get up to $20,000 in matching funds plus distribution!
Incentives
$1
*SWAK*
We'll give you virtual kisses on social media.
$10
Sneak Peek
Want to see "Pin Up! The Movie" before it makes it to DVD or distribution? You'll get private access to stream online. And SWAK, of course.
$20
Super Duper Sneak Peek
Want to see "Pin Up! The Movie" before it makes it to DVD or distritribution? You'll get private access to stream online and download your own private copy. Plus SWAK, of course.
$25
Jokers' Wild!!!
This was our MOST POPULAR premium in our Kickstarter last year. So we're doing it again - this time in partnership with Mitzi & Co. Photography. This is an all-new specially-designed limited edition set of playing cards featuring pin ups from the film and interactive documentary and some of the sickest hot rods around. 54 differerent gals. 54 different cars (photo for illustration only; actual images will be different). Plus we'll give you a "thank you" in the film credits AND we'll toss in HD digital streaming of the film. And SWAK, of course!
Claimed: 9 of 100
$25
Bonus Surprise!
NEW PREMIUM!!!
Like surprises? Want to add on to your current premium? Add on this gift box and we'll pick a premium just for you! It could be a Pin Up Wisdom t-shirt, it could be a signed poster, our orignal pin up playing cards or something else. It includes streaming and SWAK, of course. You'll never know unless you try...
Claimed: 2 of 100
$50
Master Class!
This special edition of "Pin Up! The Movie" includes an HD dowload of the film now and a brand new version of the Mitzi and Co. Pin Up Beauty Academy ONLY available to Seed & Spark backers. The class will be taught in August 2016 by Heather Moss for a select group of Denver-area gals. We'll then edit the full session so you can learn from the pros, and make it available for you to download. Plus don't forget a ton of SWAK, a "thank you" in the film credits and on the i-doc website, and HD digital streaming of the film.
$75
Poster Girls!
NEW DESIGN!!! We're taking our 54 card deck of pin up playing cards and turning it into an archival quality 10" X 30" limited edition poster. Every card. Every gal. Heavy, archival photo paper textured to give the images that special feel. Plus we'll include our HD digital download package, digital streaming, a thank you in the film credits and i-doc website, and a ton of SWAK. (poster will include these three images plus 51 others).
Claimed: 0 of 100
$100
The Bombshell: Rita
Be a bombshell! The first of our bomshell packages honors the lovely Rita Hayworth. It includes not only a Production Assistance credit in the film, but we're also providing you with the same credit in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. We'll also include our special edition 2-video HD download. And, we'll toss in HD digital streaming of the film plus a ton of SWAK! Hair flips optional.
$125
Grrrl Power!
This book is our guiding force. Now it can be yours too. You'll get a personally signed copy of producer Maria Elena Buszek's incredible book "Pin Up Grrrls!" She traces the feminist history of the pin up, going back to the 1800s. You'll also get everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. And SWAK. Lots of SWAK.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$150
Mini (shoot) with Mitzi
Be in our pin up playing cards and get a chance to shoot with Mitzi Valenzuela! We're partnering with Mitzi & Co. for a limited edition set of pin up hot rod playing cards and have two spots open for you! Our Colorado and Whitewall Nationals spots sold out, but a slot is still available during Comic Con International (July 20-24, San Diego CA). The premium includes a 30 minute shoot with 1 edit and inclusion in our set. Plus we'll toss in a deck of the playing cards and everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. That includes Production Assistance credit in the film and i-doc! (travel/accommodations/event admission not included).
Sold Out!
$200
Primp your Ride
Car guys (and gals) listen up! You can have your beauty shot by Mitzi Valenzuela in this ultra-limited-edition premium. Check out her events calendar for days when she'll be near you! We'll print out the photo as an 18 X 24 canvas print. Plus we'll add in everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. But did we mention we'll upgrade you to an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD and segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary? ONLY ONE AVAILABLE!!!
Sold Out!
$200
The Bombshell: Dorothy
Be a part of pin up history! The second of our "Bombshell" packages is named after the incomparable Dorothy Dandridge. It includes not only an IMBD Associate Producer title in the film credits, but we're also providing you with a segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. Plus we'll also include all sorts of extras to make you swoon. Our two-video HD download. Our only on Seed & Spark poster. Pin up playing cards. Oh, yeah, and digital streaming and a ton of SWAK.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$225
Primp Your Ride, Again!
Car guys (and gals) listen up! You can have your beauty shot by Mitzi Valenzuela in this ultra-limited-edition premium. Check out her events calendar for days when she'll be near you! We'll print out the photo as an 18 X 24 canvas print PLUS she'll guarantee publication in one of her favorite mags. Of course, we'll add in everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. But did we mention we'll upgrade you to an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD and segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary? ONLY ONE AVAILABLE!!!
Claimed: 0 of 1
$250
The Pin Up Beauty Academy
Always wanted to attend the Mitzi & Co. Pin Up Beauty Academy? Now you can. She's offering her special advanced class for just 10 gals at her Southern California studio. The package includes a 3-hour beauty academy with all your makup and hair tools provided, plus a mini photo shoot with one edit (travel and accomodations not included). And we'll shoot it as a feature in our interactive documentary! Did we mention you'll get an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD? Plus we'll provide you our special two-video HD download set. And you'll get an only-available-here Pin Up Wisdom t-shirt. Because pin ups know it's always been the red lips and the cat eye. A $350 value! Great to attend with friends - email us if you're interested in booking multiple seats!!!!
Claimed: 0 of 10
$450
The Bombshell: Bettie
Our third "Bombshell" package pays tribute to the queen of pin up girls, the amazing Bettie Page. It includes not only an IMBD Producer title in the film credits, but we're also providing you with a section sponsorship in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. We'll also include everthing in our The Bombshell: Dorothy package. And you know that means a ton of SWAK!
Claimed: 0 of 10
$500
Walk the Red Carpet at Comic Con!!!
From the red carpet at Big House Los Angeles Film Festival Come join us at Comic Con! We'll be screening at the Comic Con International Independent Film Festival this July and we want you to be there. You and a guest can walk the red carpet. Meet our models from the film and i-doc, including Bang Bang Von Loola, Ashleeta, Sydney Ralston, Bang Bang Von Loola, K Von Spun, Erica Vaughn, and more! Mitzi Valenzuela will snap your photo with the models and our crew, including Director Kathleen Ryan and Producer David Staton! Plus we'll include all of the The Bombshell: Bettie premiums above, a ton of SWAK, and you can join us for a drink after the screening with the models and crew. That includes a Producer credit in the film and on IMDB plus we'll include your logo as a section sponsor in our i-doc! (Travel and accomodations not included; admission to Comic Con not included). THIS IS A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!!!!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$750
Dance the Night Away at the 1940s and '50s White Christmas Ball
Evalette Bizou, Bang Bang Von Loola and Dapper Dan Doll at the 1940s White Christmas Ball.
We've partnered with the 1940s and '50s White Christmas Ball (as seen in "Pin Up! The Movie") for some holiday sparkle. Put on your dancing shoes, because you'll get a pair of tickets to this December's event at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. Hair and makeup artist Cha Cha Romero of Vanity Dollz will help you get ready for the big night, and Sheila Broderick and our Director Kathleen Ryan will document your journey. We'll toast the holidays with Dapper Dan Doll and Delicious Ruckus and the rest of our crew at the Ball. And we'll include everything in our The Bombshell: Bettie package, including Producer credit in the film and on IMDB! Plus we'll include your logo as a section sponsor on our i-doc. (Travel and accomodations not included). YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS - IT'S A MAGICAL EVENING!
Sold Out!
$1,000
The Bombshell: Marilyn
Our "Bombshell" packages let you have a place in pin up history as one of the executives on our film. Our final package honors the grand dame, Marilyn Monroe. We'll give you an Executive Producer credit in the film and on IMDB and an opening credits placement for your logo on our i-doc. Plus it includes in everything in our The Bombshell: Bettie and digital streaming of the film. Everything sealed with a kiss, of course.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$5,000
Pin Up Spirits
Are you going to be in the Denver area? How about Los Angeles? Pick up this premium - we'll take you out for drinks at one of our favorite local craft distilleries (Denver) or our favority speakeasy (LA), and invite a pack of local pin ups from the film and i-doc to join us! We'll spend two hours talking pin up and filmaking. Plus we'll include everything in our The Bombshell: Marilyn package and digital streaming of the film. AND we'll give you an Executive Producer credit in the film and on IMDB and an opening credits placement for your logo on our i-doc. IT'LL BE A NIGHT YOU WON'T FORGET.
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Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$1
*SWAK*
We'll give you virtual kisses on social media.
$10
Sneak Peek
Want to see "Pin Up! The Movie" before it makes it to DVD or distribution? You'll get private access to stream online. And SWAK, of course.
$20
Super Duper Sneak Peek
Want to see "Pin Up! The Movie" before it makes it to DVD or distritribution? You'll get private access to stream online and download your own private copy. Plus SWAK, of course.
$25
Jokers' Wild!!!
This was our MOST POPULAR premium in our Kickstarter last year. So we're doing it again - this time in partnership with Mitzi & Co. Photography. This is an all-new specially-designed limited edition set of playing cards featuring pin ups from the film and interactive documentary and some of the sickest hot rods around. 54 differerent gals. 54 different cars (photo for illustration only; actual images will be different). Plus we'll give you a "thank you" in the film credits AND we'll toss in HD digital streaming of the film. And SWAK, of course!
Claimed: 9 of 100
$25
Bonus Surprise!
NEW PREMIUM!!!
Like surprises? Want to add on to your current premium? Add on this gift box and we'll pick a premium just for you! It could be a Pin Up Wisdom t-shirt, it could be a signed poster, our orignal pin up playing cards or something else. It includes streaming and SWAK, of course. You'll never know unless you try...
Claimed: 2 of 100
$50
Master Class!
This special edition of "Pin Up! The Movie" includes an HD dowload of the film now and a brand new version of the Mitzi and Co. Pin Up Beauty Academy ONLY available to Seed & Spark backers. The class will be taught in August 2016 by Heather Moss for a select group of Denver-area gals. We'll then edit the full session so you can learn from the pros, and make it available for you to download. Plus don't forget a ton of SWAK, a "thank you" in the film credits and on the i-doc website, and HD digital streaming of the film.
$75
Poster Girls!
NEW DESIGN!!! We're taking our 54 card deck of pin up playing cards and turning it into an archival quality 10" X 30" limited edition poster. Every card. Every gal. Heavy, archival photo paper textured to give the images that special feel. Plus we'll include our HD digital download package, digital streaming, a thank you in the film credits and i-doc website, and a ton of SWAK. (poster will include these three images plus 51 others).
Claimed: 0 of 100
$100
The Bombshell: Rita
Be a bombshell! The first of our bomshell packages honors the lovely Rita Hayworth. It includes not only a Production Assistance credit in the film, but we're also providing you with the same credit in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. We'll also include our special edition 2-video HD download. And, we'll toss in HD digital streaming of the film plus a ton of SWAK! Hair flips optional.
$125
Grrrl Power!
This book is our guiding force. Now it can be yours too. You'll get a personally signed copy of producer Maria Elena Buszek's incredible book "Pin Up Grrrls!" She traces the feminist history of the pin up, going back to the 1800s. You'll also get everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. And SWAK. Lots of SWAK.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$150
Mini (shoot) with Mitzi
Be in our pin up playing cards and get a chance to shoot with Mitzi Valenzuela! We're partnering with Mitzi & Co. for a limited edition set of pin up hot rod playing cards and have two spots open for you! Our Colorado and Whitewall Nationals spots sold out, but a slot is still available during Comic Con International (July 20-24, San Diego CA). The premium includes a 30 minute shoot with 1 edit and inclusion in our set. Plus we'll toss in a deck of the playing cards and everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. That includes Production Assistance credit in the film and i-doc! (travel/accommodations/event admission not included).
Sold Out!
$200
Primp your Ride
Car guys (and gals) listen up! You can have your beauty shot by Mitzi Valenzuela in this ultra-limited-edition premium. Check out her events calendar for days when she'll be near you! We'll print out the photo as an 18 X 24 canvas print. Plus we'll add in everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. But did we mention we'll upgrade you to an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD and segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary? ONLY ONE AVAILABLE!!!
Sold Out!
$200
The Bombshell: Dorothy
Be a part of pin up history! The second of our "Bombshell" packages is named after the incomparable Dorothy Dandridge. It includes not only an IMBD Associate Producer title in the film credits, but we're also providing you with a segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. Plus we'll also include all sorts of extras to make you swoon. Our two-video HD download. Our only on Seed & Spark poster. Pin up playing cards. Oh, yeah, and digital streaming and a ton of SWAK.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$225
Primp Your Ride, Again!
Car guys (and gals) listen up! You can have your beauty shot by Mitzi Valenzuela in this ultra-limited-edition premium. Check out her events calendar for days when she'll be near you! We'll print out the photo as an 18 X 24 canvas print PLUS she'll guarantee publication in one of her favorite mags. Of course, we'll add in everything in our The Bombshell: Rita package. But did we mention we'll upgrade you to an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD and segment sponsorship in our interactive documentary? ONLY ONE AVAILABLE!!!
Claimed: 0 of 1
$250
The Pin Up Beauty Academy
Always wanted to attend the Mitzi & Co. Pin Up Beauty Academy? Now you can. She's offering her special advanced class for just 10 gals at her Southern California studio. The package includes a 3-hour beauty academy with all your makup and hair tools provided, plus a mini photo shoot with one edit (travel and accomodations not included). And we'll shoot it as a feature in our interactive documentary! Did we mention you'll get an Associate Producer credit in the film and on IMBD? Plus we'll provide you our special two-video HD download set. And you'll get an only-available-here Pin Up Wisdom t-shirt. Because pin ups know it's always been the red lips and the cat eye. A $350 value! Great to attend with friends - email us if you're interested in booking multiple seats!!!!
Claimed: 0 of 10
$450
The Bombshell: Bettie
Our third "Bombshell" package pays tribute to the queen of pin up girls, the amazing Bettie Page. It includes not only an IMBD Producer title in the film credits, but we're also providing you with a section sponsorship in our interactive documentary. Give us your company logo or pin up name and it will be a part of our online film FOREVER. We'll also include everthing in our The Bombshell: Dorothy package. And you know that means a ton of SWAK!
Claimed: 0 of 10
$500
Walk the Red Carpet at Comic Con!!!
From the red carpet at Big House Los Angeles Film Festival Come join us at Comic Con! We'll be screening at the Comic Con International Independent Film Festival this July and we want you to be there. You and a guest can walk the red carpet. Meet our models from the film and i-doc, including Bang Bang Von Loola, Ashleeta, Sydney Ralston, Bang Bang Von Loola, K Von Spun, Erica Vaughn, and more! Mitzi Valenzuela will snap your photo with the models and our crew, including Director Kathleen Ryan and Producer David Staton! Plus we'll include all of the The Bombshell: Bettie premiums above, a ton of SWAK, and you can join us for a drink after the screening with the models and crew. That includes a Producer credit in the film and on IMDB plus we'll include your logo as a section sponsor in our i-doc! (Travel and accomodations not included; admission to Comic Con not included). THIS IS A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!!!!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$750
Dance the Night Away at the 1940s and '50s White Christmas Ball
Evalette Bizou, Bang Bang Von Loola and Dapper Dan Doll at the 1940s White Christmas Ball.
We've partnered with the 1940s and '50s White Christmas Ball (as seen in "Pin Up! The Movie") for some holiday sparkle. Put on your dancing shoes, because you'll get a pair of tickets to this December's event at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. Hair and makeup artist Cha Cha Romero of Vanity Dollz will help you get ready for the big night, and Sheila Broderick and our Director Kathleen Ryan will document your journey. We'll toast the holidays with Dapper Dan Doll and Delicious Ruckus and the rest of our crew at the Ball. And we'll include everything in our The Bombshell: Bettie package, including Producer credit in the film and on IMDB! Plus we'll include your logo as a section sponsor on our i-doc. (Travel and accomodations not included). YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS - IT'S A MAGICAL EVENING!
Sold Out!
$1,000
The Bombshell: Marilyn
Our "Bombshell" packages let you have a place in pin up history as one of the executives on our film. Our final package honors the grand dame, Marilyn Monroe. We'll give you an Executive Producer credit in the film and on IMDB and an opening credits placement for your logo on our i-doc. Plus it includes in everything in our The Bombshell: Bettie and digital streaming of the film. Everything sealed with a kiss, of course.
Claimed: 0 of 10
$5,000
Pin Up Spirits
Are you going to be in the Denver area? How about Los Angeles? Pick up this premium - we'll take you out for drinks at one of our favorite local craft distilleries (Denver) or our favority speakeasy (LA), and invite a pack of local pin ups from the film and i-doc to join us! We'll spend two hours talking pin up and filmaking. Plus we'll include everything in our The Bombshell: Marilyn package and digital streaming of the film. AND we'll give you an Executive Producer credit in the film and on IMDB and an opening credits placement for your logo on our i-doc. IT'LL BE A NIGHT YOU WON'T FORGET.
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Current Team
About This Team
Director Kathleen M. Ryan came to pin-up via a mother who dreamed of drawing centerfolds (her idol was Alberto Vargas) and a love of red lipstick. Her last project Homefront Heroines: The WAVES of World War II screened at the Sarasota Film Festival and the San Pedro International Film Festival, and won an award of excellence from the Broadcast Education Association. She spent nearly twenty years in broadcast journalism before moving to long-format storytelling. She’s eternally grateful to Sheila Broderick and Helper Marcus of Sheila Broderick Photography for suggesting that she pose during a film shoot to take the photo featured here. There’s a plus side to working on projects with pin up photographers!
The first thing people ask Producer David Staton when they learn he owned a photography gallery in Santa Barbara, California: Do you take photographs? The answer: I take snapshots. Staton knows enough to leave photo expertise to the experts. He brings a love of art and aesthetics and a passion for storytelling to his work as a producer and co-founder of TaylorCatProductions. He spent two decades as an arts journalist and gallerist before exploring interactive documentary storytelling. This is his third long-format production. (Sheila helped him out with photography too!).
Craftivism. The Art of Noise. Pin-Up Grrrls. Producer Maria Elena Buszek is one busy woman. The author of Pin Up Grrls: Feminism, Sexuality and Popular Culture argues that the pin up historically isn’t just something for men to stare at – it’s also been a way for women to express and explore their sexuality. This is her first film project. Did we mention she’s also the mom of two, a full-time professor, and an a respected curator? Yeah, that’s girl power.
We're super excited to be teaming with the amazing pin up and hot rod photographer Mitzi Valenzuela of Mitzi and Co Photography on this project. Not only has she introduced us to some amazing people (and is a key part of the film), but she's also help us to cast and develop our interactive documentary.
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