Three years ago, my father passed away from esophageal cancer. Afterwards, my family and I learned that finding laughter is a vital necessity in the grieving process. I've always been fascinated by the subject of physician-assisted death. So I wrote something that would marry the two subjects.
Three years ago, my father passed away from esophageal cancer. Afterwards, my family and I learned that finding laughter is a vital necessity in the grieving process. I've always been fascinated by the subject of physician-assisted death. So I wrote something that would marry the two subjects.
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Story
Mission Statement
In addition to bringing to life a complex female protagonist, played by my co producer Charlotte Grace, we also want to empower young people who have to confront the harsh realities of a terminal illness through a character who won't let her sickness affect her true self.About The Project
Laura is only 25 and has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. After finding out she doesn’t have long to live and that it won’t be a pretty journey, she decides to exercise her legal right to physician-assisted death. But before she departs, she has a few things to say to her loved ones.
So why should you help us? What makes us so special? We want to share a unique story about being young and confronting one's looming death, in a humorous way. There is nothing funny about dying. I've seen it firsthand. But I truly believe that if those who are left to grieve can't find a way to laugh again, they are doomed. Life -- and death -- is scary. But more importantly, life is funny and inspiring and so beautiful. We want to share this perspective with you.
We will bring a character to life who will not let death control her remaining days. A character who won't let death put a filter on her authentic, unapologetic self.
If you knew you had a limited time left on Earth, what would you tell your loved ones? It's a very simple "what if". Not so simple when you're dealing with Laura. What will she say...?
(*Below is a collage of reference shots and color palettes/tones we will be drawing inspiration from*)
Thank you so much for all of your support in bringing this story to fruition! You won't be disappointed.
-Kevin & Charlotte
Incentives
$10
Laura Appreciates You
As much as a dying girl can.
Because of this, you will receive a special thanks in the credits of the film!
$25
Laura REALLY Appreciates You
Okay, now she's starting to warm up to you. You will recieve a personal message from Laura herself. Prepare yourselves acc- oh you get it.
Plus:
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
$100
Laura's Favorite Art
Recieve a piece of some of Laura's favorite art, which will be featured in the film!
(Original artwork by Tim Spratt)
Plus:
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
$250
Laura's Lash Extensions or Lash Lifts
What's good ladies?! Do you want beautiful lashes? Laura herself will give you a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment. Click on the website link to learn more about each treatment - gracekellylashes.com Instagram Handle - @gracekellylashes
(*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
Plus:
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
BEFORE Yumi Lash:
AFTER Yumi Lash: Note* These are their real lashes
Eyelash Extensions:
$500
Laura In Action
If your are local to the Los Angeles, you will have the chance to come visit Laura on set and possibly be an extra! (*NOTE: Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
Plus:
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
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$1,000
Laura's Associate Producer
"When I grow up, I want to be an Associate Producer on a short film!" is what you most likely said at the age of six.
Well, dreams do come true.
You're officially an Associate Producer! You will recieve a credit in the film and on IMDb.
Plus:
- visit the set and possibly be an extra (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
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$2,500
Laura's Executive Producer
"When I grow up, I want to be an Executive Producer on a short film!" is what you most likely said at the age of seven.
Once again, dreams do come true.
You're officially an Executive Producer! You will recieve a link to the final cut of the film!
Plus:
- a credit in the film and on IMDb
- visit the set (if local to LA) and possibly be an extra (*NOTE: Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Laura Appreciates You
As much as a dying girl can.
Because of this, you will receive a special thanks in the credits of the film!
$25
Laura REALLY Appreciates You
Okay, now she's starting to warm up to you. You will recieve a personal message from Laura herself. Prepare yourselves acc- oh you get it.
Plus:
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
$100
Laura's Favorite Art
Recieve a piece of some of Laura's favorite art, which will be featured in the film!
(Original artwork by Tim Spratt)
Plus:
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
$250
Laura's Lash Extensions or Lash Lifts
What's good ladies?! Do you want beautiful lashes? Laura herself will give you a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment. Click on the website link to learn more about each treatment - gracekellylashes.com Instagram Handle - @gracekellylashes
(*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
Plus:
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
BEFORE Yumi Lash:
AFTER Yumi Lash: Note* These are their real lashes
Eyelash Extensions:
$500
Laura In Action
If your are local to the Los Angeles, you will have the chance to come visit Laura on set and possibly be an extra! (*NOTE: Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
Plus:
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
- a special thanks in the credits of the film
$1,000
Laura's Associate Producer
"When I grow up, I want to be an Associate Producer on a short film!" is what you most likely said at the age of six.
Well, dreams do come true.
You're officially an Associate Producer! You will recieve a credit in the film and on IMDb.
Plus:
- visit the set and possibly be an extra (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
$2,500
Laura's Executive Producer
"When I grow up, I want to be an Executive Producer on a short film!" is what you most likely said at the age of seven.
Once again, dreams do come true.
You're officially an Executive Producer! You will recieve a link to the final cut of the film!
Plus:
- a credit in the film and on IMDb
- visit the set (if local to LA) and possibly be an extra (*NOTE: Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a fresh set of silk lashes or a Yumi Lash Lift treatment (*NOTE: Must be LA local. Travel and lodging will not be covered*)
- a piece of some of Laura's favorite art
- a personal message from Laura herself
- Updates
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Current Team
About This Team
Kevin Curran
Writer/Co-Director/Producer
Likes: Quentin Tarantino, Harry Potter, and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Dislikes: The slurping noise when someone eats cereal, the name Meegan, and the Dallas Cowboys.
Christopher Brennan
Co-Director/Editor
Likes: The Philadelphia Flyers, M. Night Shyamalan/Jeff Nichols, and The Village.
Dislikes: The Pittsburgh Penguins/New York Rangers, Autocorrect, and Traffic.
Charlotte Grace
Actress/Story Credit/Producer
Likes: Tom Hardy, Classic Rock bands, Kill Bill: Vol. I & II, and popcorn.
Dislikes: Loud chewing of food, DIVAS, bad writing, and black licorice.
Jeremy Belack
Director of Photography
Likes: Street Photography, HBO, Roger Deakins, Sports!
Dislikes: Selfies
Patrick Brennan
Assistant Director
Likes: The Philadelphia Flyers, Spielberg/Fincher, and Back to the Future.
Dislikes: Sidney Crosby, groups who take up an entire sidewalk and don't move, and people who don't believe in the Loch Ness Monster.
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