Repercussion(s)
Richmond, Virginia | Film Short
Drama, Sci-Fi
It can seem like taking some extreme action is the only option available to us when we're confronted with great tragedy. "Repercussion(s)" explores what it means to take these measures and the consequences that may stem from them.
Repercussion(s)
Richmond, Virginia | Film Short
Drama, Sci-Fi
1 Campaigns | Virginia, United States
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It can seem like taking some extreme action is the only option available to us when we're confronted with great tragedy. "Repercussion(s)" explores what it means to take these measures and the consequences that may stem from them.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
Storyboard by Ryn Wright
“Repercussion(s)” begins inside a perfect memory. Jessie and her Daddy run through a park together, gleeful and happy, just as childhood should be.
But a darker reality soon reveals itself. Years after this beautiful moment, Jessie is missing and her Daddy has taken it upon himself to determine what happened to her -- and to enact revenge.
We'll watch as Jessie's Daddy grapples with a life altering decision to end the life of the man he believes to be responsible for her disappearance. A decision to rejoin her in what he believes to be the only way he can. What will Jessie's Daddy miss out on because of these fateful actions?
Why This Story
When I first saw the image in my head of a man keeping vigil by a window, I wrote a handful of pages, typed “The End” and was done with it. But the pages I wrote kept gnawing at me. This story wouldn’t keep quiet in the drawer with all the other half-finished words I’ve written. Over six years, I tinkered with this script - first in my head, then through discussion with other creatives, and finally on the page.
The theme of consequences and the panoply of “other” outcomes would not let me rest. When I finally sat down to revise this script I realized what I was trying to say all along: that you never know exactly how a single decision is going to impact the rest of your life -- or the lives of the people you love.
This script's structure intentionally contrasts a happy memory of a father and his daughter with the awful reality of loss. By introducing a time looping element, audiences will explore the possible outcomes of an enormous decision made rashly.
I think it comes across on the page, but now I have the opportunity to put my written vision to the test and allow a theatrical audience to decide for themselves: What is the best choice? Is there one at all?
Why Now
There is no denying that there is a great deal of violence in the world. Some of it is entirely unjustifiable and heinous, but some --depending on who you ask -- seems to be justifiable or explained away as "deserved."
The story of Jessie's Daddy and the actions he takes due to his personal convictions and beliefs explore the themes of justified and unjustified violence, of revenge, and of the consequences of extreme actions. It will ignite in audiences a debate that can and should be at the forefront: is there ever a time to take a life?
Why Me
My name is Kelsey Nerrie. I'm a writer, reader, film lover, wife, and mother. But I was not a mother when I first wrote this script. Since I first jotted this idea down, I have experiences pregnancy, post-partum, and motherhood. The cliché is that the experience changes you, and of course, it does. It brought me a new understanding of the previously melodramatic sentiment, "I'd do anything for you." But it presents thoughts and feelings that are not discussed as well: what might the consequences be if you actually do anything for them?
Through this script and short film, I explore these heart-bursting feelings head-on.
Ultimately...
The goal of "Repercussion(s)" is to ask questions: Is going to the extreme ever acceptable? Can we ever really know where our choices will lead us? And can we live with the consequences, whatever they may be?
Let’s explore the potential outcomes together.
Here's how you can help!
Contribute whatever you are able to. Every dollar makes a difference — and earns our eternal gratitude!
Share our campaign with friends, family, fellow film lovers, dramaturges, sci-fi fans, the true-crime obsessed, citizen sleuths, and supporters of the arts.
Follow our journey — even if you can’t donate, engagement helps us reach more people who might be able to.
Follow us on Instagram @repercussionsfilm2025
Artwork by Ryn Wright
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Atlas Mercury Lens
Costs $700
We're aiming for the faded, vintage look of 90s home videos. but in a crisp beautiful way. This lens will make that possible! Cost of rental
Camera Dept.
Costs $1,000
Our Camera depart., Sofie and Chei-Ayn, are a powerful pair that have worked together on dozens of projects. Let's get that mind meld!
Production Team
Costs $800
A capable and talented assistant director is vital to moving production along safely and effectively! And a 2nd AD will ensure this more.
Production Sound & Post Production Sound
Costs $1,000
SOUND. It's one of the most important parts of film. This short features a number of vital auditory cues that we don't want to misrepresent!
Production Design & Props
Costs $1,000
Setting the scene and the world in which Jessie's Daddy has sequestered himself will put the audience in the room with him.
Locations
Costs $2,200
To pull off a tricky shooting scene and POV safely, we'll be filming in a studio. Reserving the space for two consecutive days is costly.
An Exceptional Cast
Costs $1,000
Our actors are extremely talented and without them there would be no film whatsoever!
Crafty & Cuisine
Costs $600
Everybody's gotta eat!
Editing & Post-Production
Costs $1,000
Without a genius to splice together all the coverage, we'll have hours of footage we won't even know what to do with!
Spread the Message with Festival Submissions
Costs $500
Once it's complete, the team will submit the film to local and nationwide festivals. Let's see what we can do to spread this message!
Packaging (DCP)
Costs $400
Our film will need to be packaged for submission to film fests and to those elusive distributors. Help us make it look worthy!
Soundtrack
Costs $1,000
Music is an integral piece of the puzzle. Licensing songs is exorbitant but a composer can create something new to complement the film!
Wardrobe
Costs $800
This film is not set in modern times. To achieve authenticity to the vintage setting, we need an expert costumer to dress our actors.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Nearly half of the team I've assembled for this project I met on set of another short film production in Richmond, Virginia ("We'll Still Be Here" dir. Séyla Hossaini). I had the most fun ever in my years of film experience on that project. It ran smoothly and resulted in a truly beautiful film, all thanks to the people involved. The experience reignited my passion for this artform.
When I approached each of these filmmakers about my own project -- nervously! -- I was completely stunned and humbled that they said yes without hesitation. Not only are these folks brilliant and passionate about what they do, they are some of the nicest and coolest people! Their faith in my project gives me such joy and, frankly, a bit of an ego boost.
This team brings a great deal of expertise but most of all the folks assembled bring a passion for storytelling, for collaboration, and for making something truly amazing that will spark conversation and introspection.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
Storyboard by Ryn Wright
“Repercussion(s)” begins inside a perfect memory. Jessie and her Daddy run through a park together, gleeful and happy, just as childhood should be.
But a darker reality soon reveals itself. Years after this beautiful moment, Jessie is missing and her Daddy has taken it upon himself to determine what happened to her -- and to enact revenge.
We'll watch as Jessie's Daddy grapples with a life altering decision to end the life of the man he believes to be responsible for her disappearance. A decision to rejoin her in what he believes to be the only way he can. What will Jessie's Daddy miss out on because of these fateful actions?
Why This Story
When I first saw the image in my head of a man keeping vigil by a window, I wrote a handful of pages, typed “The End” and was done with it. But the pages I wrote kept gnawing at me. This story wouldn’t keep quiet in the drawer with all the other half-finished words I’ve written. Over six years, I tinkered with this script - first in my head, then through discussion with other creatives, and finally on the page.
The theme of consequences and the panoply of “other” outcomes would not let me rest. When I finally sat down to revise this script I realized what I was trying to say all along: that you never know exactly how a single decision is going to impact the rest of your life -- or the lives of the people you love.
This script's structure intentionally contrasts a happy memory of a father and his daughter with the awful reality of loss. By introducing a time looping element, audiences will explore the possible outcomes of an enormous decision made rashly.
I think it comes across on the page, but now I have the opportunity to put my written vision to the test and allow a theatrical audience to decide for themselves: What is the best choice? Is there one at all?
Why Now
There is no denying that there is a great deal of violence in the world. Some of it is entirely unjustifiable and heinous, but some --depending on who you ask -- seems to be justifiable or explained away as "deserved."
The story of Jessie's Daddy and the actions he takes due to his personal convictions and beliefs explore the themes of justified and unjustified violence, of revenge, and of the consequences of extreme actions. It will ignite in audiences a debate that can and should be at the forefront: is there ever a time to take a life?
Why Me
My name is Kelsey Nerrie. I'm a writer, reader, film lover, wife, and mother. But I was not a mother when I first wrote this script. Since I first jotted this idea down, I have experiences pregnancy, post-partum, and motherhood. The cliché is that the experience changes you, and of course, it does. It brought me a new understanding of the previously melodramatic sentiment, "I'd do anything for you." But it presents thoughts and feelings that are not discussed as well: what might the consequences be if you actually do anything for them?
Through this script and short film, I explore these heart-bursting feelings head-on.
Ultimately...
The goal of "Repercussion(s)" is to ask questions: Is going to the extreme ever acceptable? Can we ever really know where our choices will lead us? And can we live with the consequences, whatever they may be?
Let’s explore the potential outcomes together.
Here's how you can help!
Contribute whatever you are able to. Every dollar makes a difference — and earns our eternal gratitude!
Share our campaign with friends, family, fellow film lovers, dramaturges, sci-fi fans, the true-crime obsessed, citizen sleuths, and supporters of the arts.
Follow our journey — even if you can’t donate, engagement helps us reach more people who might be able to.
Follow us on Instagram @repercussionsfilm2025
Artwork by Ryn Wright
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Atlas Mercury Lens
Costs $700
We're aiming for the faded, vintage look of 90s home videos. but in a crisp beautiful way. This lens will make that possible! Cost of rental
Camera Dept.
Costs $1,000
Our Camera depart., Sofie and Chei-Ayn, are a powerful pair that have worked together on dozens of projects. Let's get that mind meld!
Production Team
Costs $800
A capable and talented assistant director is vital to moving production along safely and effectively! And a 2nd AD will ensure this more.
Production Sound & Post Production Sound
Costs $1,000
SOUND. It's one of the most important parts of film. This short features a number of vital auditory cues that we don't want to misrepresent!
Production Design & Props
Costs $1,000
Setting the scene and the world in which Jessie's Daddy has sequestered himself will put the audience in the room with him.
Locations
Costs $2,200
To pull off a tricky shooting scene and POV safely, we'll be filming in a studio. Reserving the space for two consecutive days is costly.
An Exceptional Cast
Costs $1,000
Our actors are extremely talented and without them there would be no film whatsoever!
Crafty & Cuisine
Costs $600
Everybody's gotta eat!
Editing & Post-Production
Costs $1,000
Without a genius to splice together all the coverage, we'll have hours of footage we won't even know what to do with!
Spread the Message with Festival Submissions
Costs $500
Once it's complete, the team will submit the film to local and nationwide festivals. Let's see what we can do to spread this message!
Packaging (DCP)
Costs $400
Our film will need to be packaged for submission to film fests and to those elusive distributors. Help us make it look worthy!
Soundtrack
Costs $1,000
Music is an integral piece of the puzzle. Licensing songs is exorbitant but a composer can create something new to complement the film!
Wardrobe
Costs $800
This film is not set in modern times. To achieve authenticity to the vintage setting, we need an expert costumer to dress our actors.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Nearly half of the team I've assembled for this project I met on set of another short film production in Richmond, Virginia ("We'll Still Be Here" dir. Séyla Hossaini). I had the most fun ever in my years of film experience on that project. It ran smoothly and resulted in a truly beautiful film, all thanks to the people involved. The experience reignited my passion for this artform.
When I approached each of these filmmakers about my own project -- nervously! -- I was completely stunned and humbled that they said yes without hesitation. Not only are these folks brilliant and passionate about what they do, they are some of the nicest and coolest people! Their faith in my project gives me such joy and, frankly, a bit of an ego boost.
This team brings a great deal of expertise but most of all the folks assembled bring a passion for storytelling, for collaboration, and for making something truly amazing that will spark conversation and introspection.