“Sister/Brother” is a dramatic comedy about Nora Miles: recently-divorced, debt-burdened, and struggling actress desperate to rise from the ashes of her mistakes.
“Sister/Brother” is a dramatic comedy about Nora Miles: recently-divorced, debt-burdened, and struggling actress desperate to rise from the ashes of her mistakes.
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Mission Statement
“Sister/Brother” is a female-driven narrative that focuses on internal growth and rebirth. We are dedicated to seek cultural diversity in key roles on screen and behind the camera.About The Project
Sister/Brother is a feature film about Nora Miles, a strong woman at a weak point in her life. Recently-divorced, debt-burdened, and desperate to rise from the ashes of her mistakes, Nora drives from Portland to Seattle with her younger brother Scotty to attend a dinner party thrown by her old boyfriend Tucker, a rich tech investor she hasn’t seen since high school. Across the evening, Nora begins to doubt her intentions and is faced with a life-altering decision.
Short-listed for the 2018 Sundance Screenwriters Lab and a Finalist for the MovieMaker Production Grant, Sister/Brother begins production in Spring 2019 for 17 days in and around Portland, with 3 additional days for exteriors in Seattle, WA and Astoria, OR. Attached to the project are two amazing actors I’ve collaborated with on previous projects: Erin McGarry, a regular on “Portlandia” and featured on "The Librarians and "Grimm" will play Nora, and Todd Tschida, a staple in the Portland theater scene will play her brother Scotty. The roles of Nora and Scotty were written specifically for Erin and Todd. Attached behind the camera are three equally-amazing prior collaborators: Producer David Mark Marion, award-winning cinematographer Scott Ballard, and editor Evonne Moritz, all of whom were on my debut feature The Black Sea. Portland composer Scott Unrein is also aboard. (You can hear his work in the video above.)
Our goal here is to raise at least $25,000. This is the bare-bones, rock-bottom budget needed to build tracks to get the train rolling into production. More money of course is good! Our total estimated production budget is $75,000. To raise the rest we are pursuing additional financing from a small group of targeted investors. Grants will make up the difference where necessary. We have applied or are in process for applying for Sister/Brother support from the Oregon Arts Media Fellowship, the Regional Arts + Culture Council, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant, the SFFILM/Westridge Grant, and the MovieMaker Production Services Grant.
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Hometown Heroes:
We are thrilled to present Sister/Brother as a participant in Seed & Spark's Hometown Heroes program. This is a Portland, Oregon production. We'll shoot 90 percent of the movie in and around Portland with mostly local cast, crew, and vendors. Many of our incentives are Portland-based including, paintings, books, photography, baked goods, brunch with rock-star writers et cetera. Please check out the incentives and help us celebrate Portland and Oregon in equal force. ( If we win Hometown Heroes we'll receive $50,000 and the imprimateur of the Duplass Brothers, both of which would be a huge, glorious boon to this project.)
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Influences:
Sister/Brother came about when Erin McGarry and I started talking about movies we loved and what we loved about them. From there, we isolated key elements and used them as a framework for our movie - a compressed time-frame via Before Sunrise, a meal central to the narrative via Big Night, straddling the line of light and dark via Hannah & Her Sisters, lots of driving and talking via The Trip. When I talk about the movie I say it's a mix of Eric Rohmer, Lynn Shelton, Richard Linklater.
additional movies referenced: Ball of Fire, After Hours, Babette's Feast, The Savages, You Can Count on Me, Sideways, Your Sister's Sister, Fanny & Alexander, and so forth.***
Director's Statement:
I am very interested in time, memory, and how the imprint of our person moves through the decades. Sister/Brother is brisk and dialogue-driven but with a deeper resonance underneath: the tick-tock of mortality, of parents and children reversing roles, of time compressing everything as it progresses inevitably forward, and so on. At the core of the film is Nora’s rebirth and renewal. This concept is one I relate to deeply. My life and filmmaking career was knocked off-course by a brain tumor that gut-punched me in 2005. Though I am back from the brink and have directed films since, it is only just now, years later, that I feel myself start to uncoil, able now to fully survey the dark wreckage of that time. Making Sister/Brother will be a beautiful furthering of this process. In key ways, Nora is a stand-in for my own rebirth and return.
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Fiscal Sponsorship:
The first draft of Sister/Brother was developed in part at the very excellent Stowe Story Labs in beautiful Vermont. They are providing fiscal sponsorship for this project, which means for most levels your contribution is fully tax-deductible
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You:
Your love and support will help us on the path to realize this film’s vision. Please follow this campaign on Seed & Spark and spread the word. Thank you for joining us on this ride!
Incentives
$5
Skip Your Latte
Skip your morning/afternoon beverage to contribute and you'll get an exploding ribbon of gratitude from our hearts. 100% Tax Deductible.
$10
RT the RT
the above plus:
We will tweet our gratitude to you about how awesome you are and you can RT it or comment and we will RT that. And so on. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 5 of 300
$15
Exercise at Work Pic
the gratitude and the RT plus:
Send us your picture (or your loved one's picture) and our director will photographically put them inside one of the workout pictures in the above handy work-out-at-work book and send it back to you via tweet or email. Suitable for Framing and tweeting! 100% Tax Deductible.
$20
The E-Postcards
The gratitude and the RT plus:
We will email you high-quality jpgs of both of these limited-edition Sister/Brother postcard which you can print it out and tack it on your wall. Or send it to us via post and let us know what you are up to these days. 100% Tax Deductible.
$25
Benz and Chang book - SOLD OUT
The gratitude, the RT, plus:
This signed edition of a book featuring 16 prints by Portland artist Dave Benz (who paints under the moniker Benz and Chang). Dave creates images with walnut ink on watercolor paper that resemble sepia photographs and that are generally haunting and always awesome.
Sold Out!
$25
Movie Fan
The gratitude and the RT plus:
We will send you a link to Brian's award-winning, first feature "The Black Sea". Shot on Super 16 by our Director of Photography Scott Ballard, edited by our crack Editor Evonne Moritz, 1st AD'ed by our A+ Producer Dave Marion, and featuring our lead actress Erin McGarry. 100% Tax Deductible.
$30
People Like You - SOLD OUT
the gratitude and the RT plus:
Pen/Hemingway Finalist and stunning person Margaret Malone will sign you a copy of her stunning debut book of short stories "People Like You" and include a personalized note - 100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$30
Great Notion 4-pack
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, plus: 4 streaming titles from the Portland film collective Great Notion! These are home-grown independent Oregon films. You will get a link to:
- A Standing Still by Scott Ballard (shot on HD, Super 16, and 35 mm)
- The Black Sea by Brian Padian (kind of dark, shot on Super 16)
- The Curio by Dicky Dahl (this film is amazing and you need to check it out)
- How the Fire Fell by Edward P. Davee (a marvel of tone and rhythm, shot on Super 16)
Support Oregon Film!
$30
Film Music
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, plus: our composer Scott Unrein will gift you a series of 9 tracks. These are perfect for filmmakers to use for video, webseries, demo-reel, movie, multimedia project. You can get a taste of Scott's vibe in our teaser trailer or here excerpts of the tracks right here. He's the real deal and this one is a steal. Get it!
$35
Playlist
The gratitude, the RT plus:
You'll receive a link to the Sister/Brother playlist on Spotify, featuring songs that the screenplay was written to and inspired by; created and assembled by our writer/director Brian Padian. Some Atmosphere, some Beulah, some Chopin and so forth.
$45
Cakes and Cupcakes!
the gratitude, the RT plus:
A $50 gift certificate to the epic Unicorn Bake Shop here in Portland. Unicorn is run by Brian's sister Carrie and she will will blow your mind's eye with deliciousness.
Sold Out!
$50
3 books!
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
A 3 pack of books from acclaimed Portland publisher Atelier26 Books!
"Bird Book" by Sidney Wade
"A Thousand Distant Radios" by Woody Skinner
"Perpetua's Kin" by M. Allen Cunningham (signed by the author!)
This is a great value and there's only one available. Get it!
Sold Out!
$50
Love Bear - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, the spotify playlist plus:
A one-of-a-kind hand-crafted cuddle bear made by Portland crochet and knitting impresario Marge Padian (aka my mother). Designed to be a deterrent against anxiety, darkness and the ills of the modern world, each has enormous healing and cuddling properties. You select either rainbow stripes or solid color for the sweater, Marge will take it from there.
**only 5 available, don't delay**
Sold Out!
$50
Combo Pack
**BEST VALUE**
the gratitude and the RT plus:
a signed copy of Margaret Malone's People Like You and a signed DVD of Brian's debut feature "The Black Sea" - 100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$50
Stream the movie!
the gratitude, the RT plus:
we will email you a link to watch the film after it completes its festival run. You can watch in the security of your own home. Or your partner's home. Or your own seat on Tri-Met. Whereever works for you. 100% tax deductible.
$50
Cast & Crew Screening
the gratitude, the RT plus:
You are coming to the official cast/crew Portland screening of Sister/Brother! (transportation not provided). Cast and crew will obviously be present. Beer and popcorn should be too. It could get a little rowdy. Location TBD. 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 5 of 25
$75
Custom Collage - SOLD OUT
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus:
Portland's multi-talented Kevin Sampsell (writer of fiction & memoir, publisher/editor at Future Tense Books, and noted collagist) will custom make you a collage! You supply a title or theme and Kevin will make the collage and sign. Collages are typically 8.5" x 11" and suitable for framing.
**only 3 available**
Sold Out!
$75
Portland AirBandB
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus: A two night stay at this glorious AirBandB in Portland, Ore. (dates subject to availability). This private apartment is centrally located in the heart of Portland. Walking distance to the Convention Center, Max line, and great bars and restaurants. Downtown, Hawthorne, and Alberta neighborhoods are all only a 15 min bike ride away!
**only 2 available**
Claimed: 0 of 2
$85
Letterpress Map - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
This gorgeous letterpress map of Portland and the surrounding Columbia River Gorge from the amazing duo of Michelle & Chip at Portland's Quail Lane Press. The map is hand-drawn and letterpressed on 100% cotton pearl white paper, one at a time. Suitable and ready for framing. 14" x 18".
**only 2 available**
Sold Out!
$100
The Untold Gaze - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
The Untold Gaze - a gorgeous a large format, full color hardcover art book featuring more than seventy paintings by Portlander Stephen O'Donnell, combined with works of short fiction (and a few poems) written by more than thirty authors, each piece inspired by a particular painting. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only). Signed by Stephen O'Donnell.
**only 1 available, get it!***
Sold Out!
$100
Rennie Bag
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
The Selvedge Denim Market Tote from Rennie Designs, measures 18" wide, 13" tall, 5" deep, one interior pocket, vegetable tanned leather handles. We will pay shipping. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US only)
**only 2 available**
Sold Out!
$100
Behind the Scenes Insider
the gratitude, the RT, the E-Postcards, link to stream movie plus:
This is the best value for behind-the-scenes action. You will receive exclusive password-protected access to behind the scenes updates on casting, location scouting, production, post-production and beyond. When the film has been made you will receive a downloadable e-book featuring production stills, screenplay pages and other important errata from the film set. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. 100% Tax Deductible.
$100
Whale Shark, Eruption - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT plus:
this glorious acrylic-on-wood painting by Portland artist Amy Ruppel. It measures 8.75" x 5.5" and will look great pretty much anywhere. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only).
**only 1 available. get it**
Sold Out!
$100
Acting Consult
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
a two-hour one-on-one acting coach/consult with the one-of-a-kind Erin McGarry. Erin will meet with you in person or via Skype to discuss acting and and auditions and share her experiences on 'Grimm', 'Portlandia', 'The Librarians' and many other shorts and features. (transportation not provided) Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits100% tax-deductible
Claimed: 1 of 2
$100
Monotype - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
A signed one-of-a-kind monotype by one-of-a-kind Portland artist Katherine McDowell. Katherine is represented by The Portland Art Museum's Rental Sales Gallery and is a member of Bite Studio and Print Arts Northwest. Monotypes are 8"x 8" unframed on 11"x15" paper. We will pay shipping. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US only)
Sold Out!
$105
B/W Photo - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
pick one of these three b/w photos from Brian P
100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$105
Color Photo
.JPG)
the gratitude, the RT, your name in the Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
We will send you a 16 x 20 limited-edition print of one of Brian's above photos, each taken in a Pacific NW location. You pick the image. We'll pay shipping. (US only). Suitable for framing. 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 3 of 4
$125
Extra!
the gratitude, the RT, the playlist, stream-the-movie, plus:
You are now an extra in the movie. Most likely in the big dinner scene. (transportation not included) You'll really learn what hurry up and wait means.
$145
Personal Growth Consult
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus: a one-on-one hour-long consultation (in person or via Zoom) with Andrea Lorraine of Simple Wisdom Within. Based in Northern California, Andrea is an intuitive/empath, deep listener and mentor who helps people change life-long patterns and connect to their inner wisdom. if you are stuck or dealing with patterns of anxiety, depression, confusiion or any combination therein, this is the person you want in your corner. learn more at Simple Wisdom Within.
**only 2 available**
Claimed: 1 of 2
$145
Mix & Match - 2 Photos
**BEST VALUE**
the gratitude, the RT, your name in the Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
We will send you 2 16 x 20 limited-edition prints of Brian's photos (see the previous 2 incentive levels to view images) . You pick the images - 2 color? 2 b/w? 1 of each? whatever you want. Or let us pick for you!) - We'll pay shipping. (US only). 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 1 of 2
$150
Mosiac - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
This lovely mosaic mirror, designed and crafted by Portland mosaicist Bill Padian. This would look great in your beach house. Also, your name will appear in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only) 10" x 10"
Sold Out!
$150
Portland Premiere!
the gratitude, the RT, the e-postcard, the Behind-the-Scenes Insider, plus:
You and a guest are cordially invited to the Portland Premiere of Sister/Brother. This is an evening to celebrate all our combined efforts and resources coming together in Portland to make something beautiful. We are so happy to have you here with us. Location TBD. (Transportation not provided) Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. 100% tax deductible.
Claimed: 5 of 50
$175
Camera Consult
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus: a hands-on 1/2 day seminar with Portland Director of Photography Scott Ballard. No matter what stage you're at in your career Scott's knowledge of lenses, framing, composition, formats, cameras will benefit you and your future project. In addition to numerous short films and videos, Scott has shot 9 feature films on a variety of formats (HD, Super 8, Super 16mm, 35mm) and written/directed 3 features of his own. He's taught at Portland State and the NW Film Center. He is also warm, authentic, and sometimes funny. He's the real deal. Do not miss this unique education opportunity.
**only 3 available**
Claimed: 1 of 3
$225
Manuscript Review
The gratitude, the RT, The Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus: Margaret Malone, Portland writer of fiction and memoir, will read your manuscript and provide verbal feedback over coffee (or over Skype) about what's working and what needs attention. Margaret has been published in Missouri Review, Portland Monthly, Clackamas Review, Paper Darts and many others. Her debut book People Like You was a finalist for the Pen/Hemingway Award. When she's not writing she's teaching writing at Literary Arts, Sitka Center, IPRC. She has a thoroughness and attention to detail that will definitely benefit your work-in-progress.
**Only 2 available**
Claimed: 1 of 2
$250
Screenplay Consultation
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of closing credits, the Portland Premiere plus:
You send Brian your screenplay and he will read it. He will sit down w/ you over coffee or beer (on him) and share his unadulterated thoughts about how it can be improved or made. Bonus: you can read the Sister/Brother screenplay. 100% Tax Deductible
$500
Speaking Part/s
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
You will appear on camera and deliver at least a line or two of dialogue in the big dinner party scene. You'll be on the call sheet and partake of on-set mingling, commiseration, and camaraderie. Welcome aboard! Your name will appear onscreen in the Cast section of the credits. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 10
$1,500
Badass Portland Writers Brunch
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
You come to Brian's house for Sunday Brunch (transportation not provided). Also attending: the epic Margaret Malone, the sui generis Cheryl Strayed, the kapow Rene Denfeld, the holy moly Lidia Yuknavitch. You can have mimosas and ask them (almost) anything. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 2
$2,000
Badass Portland Writers Dinner
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
Just like the brunch except it'll be at a fancy Portland restaurant TBD (transportation not provided). Same attendees: Margaret Malone, Cheryl Strayed, Rene Denfeld, Lidia Yuknavitch, Brian Padian and you. There will be wine. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 0 of 2
$2,500
Associate Producer
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
Your name in the opening and/or closing credits as Associate Producer! Welcome aboard. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$5,000
Executive Producer
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
You are now a credited Executive Producer! And we need to talk about the shooting schedule, 5 day weeks vs 6 day weeks, crafty, what's the deal with SAG, and so on so please call me STAT. 100% Tax Deductible.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
Skip Your Latte
Skip your morning/afternoon beverage to contribute and you'll get an exploding ribbon of gratitude from our hearts. 100% Tax Deductible.
$10
RT the RT
the above plus:
We will tweet our gratitude to you about how awesome you are and you can RT it or comment and we will RT that. And so on. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 5 of 300
$15
Exercise at Work Pic
the gratitude and the RT plus:
Send us your picture (or your loved one's picture) and our director will photographically put them inside one of the workout pictures in the above handy work-out-at-work book and send it back to you via tweet or email. Suitable for Framing and tweeting! 100% Tax Deductible.
$20
The E-Postcards
The gratitude and the RT plus:
We will email you high-quality jpgs of both of these limited-edition Sister/Brother postcard which you can print it out and tack it on your wall. Or send it to us via post and let us know what you are up to these days. 100% Tax Deductible.
$25
Benz and Chang book - SOLD OUT
The gratitude, the RT, plus:
This signed edition of a book featuring 16 prints by Portland artist Dave Benz (who paints under the moniker Benz and Chang). Dave creates images with walnut ink on watercolor paper that resemble sepia photographs and that are generally haunting and always awesome.
Sold Out!
$25
Movie Fan
The gratitude and the RT plus:
We will send you a link to Brian's award-winning, first feature "The Black Sea". Shot on Super 16 by our Director of Photography Scott Ballard, edited by our crack Editor Evonne Moritz, 1st AD'ed by our A+ Producer Dave Marion, and featuring our lead actress Erin McGarry. 100% Tax Deductible.
$30
People Like You - SOLD OUT
the gratitude and the RT plus:
Pen/Hemingway Finalist and stunning person Margaret Malone will sign you a copy of her stunning debut book of short stories "People Like You" and include a personalized note - 100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$30
Great Notion 4-pack
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, plus: 4 streaming titles from the Portland film collective Great Notion! These are home-grown independent Oregon films. You will get a link to:
- A Standing Still by Scott Ballard (shot on HD, Super 16, and 35 mm)
- The Black Sea by Brian Padian (kind of dark, shot on Super 16)
- The Curio by Dicky Dahl (this film is amazing and you need to check it out)
- How the Fire Fell by Edward P. Davee (a marvel of tone and rhythm, shot on Super 16)
Support Oregon Film!
$30
Film Music
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, plus: our composer Scott Unrein will gift you a series of 9 tracks. These are perfect for filmmakers to use for video, webseries, demo-reel, movie, multimedia project. You can get a taste of Scott's vibe in our teaser trailer or here excerpts of the tracks right here. He's the real deal and this one is a steal. Get it!
$35
Playlist
The gratitude, the RT plus:
You'll receive a link to the Sister/Brother playlist on Spotify, featuring songs that the screenplay was written to and inspired by; created and assembled by our writer/director Brian Padian. Some Atmosphere, some Beulah, some Chopin and so forth.
$45
Cakes and Cupcakes!
the gratitude, the RT plus:
A $50 gift certificate to the epic Unicorn Bake Shop here in Portland. Unicorn is run by Brian's sister Carrie and she will will blow your mind's eye with deliciousness.
Sold Out!
$50
3 books!
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
A 3 pack of books from acclaimed Portland publisher Atelier26 Books!
"Bird Book" by Sidney Wade
"A Thousand Distant Radios" by Woody Skinner
"Perpetua's Kin" by M. Allen Cunningham (signed by the author!)
This is a great value and there's only one available. Get it!
Sold Out!
$50
Love Bear - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, the spotify playlist plus:
A one-of-a-kind hand-crafted cuddle bear made by Portland crochet and knitting impresario Marge Padian (aka my mother). Designed to be a deterrent against anxiety, darkness and the ills of the modern world, each has enormous healing and cuddling properties. You select either rainbow stripes or solid color for the sweater, Marge will take it from there.
**only 5 available, don't delay**
Sold Out!
$50
Combo Pack
**BEST VALUE**
the gratitude and the RT plus:
a signed copy of Margaret Malone's People Like You and a signed DVD of Brian's debut feature "The Black Sea" - 100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$50
Stream the movie!
the gratitude, the RT plus:
we will email you a link to watch the film after it completes its festival run. You can watch in the security of your own home. Or your partner's home. Or your own seat on Tri-Met. Whereever works for you. 100% tax deductible.
$50
Cast & Crew Screening
the gratitude, the RT plus:
You are coming to the official cast/crew Portland screening of Sister/Brother! (transportation not provided). Cast and crew will obviously be present. Beer and popcorn should be too. It could get a little rowdy. Location TBD. 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 5 of 25
$75
Custom Collage - SOLD OUT
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus:
Portland's multi-talented Kevin Sampsell (writer of fiction & memoir, publisher/editor at Future Tense Books, and noted collagist) will custom make you a collage! You supply a title or theme and Kevin will make the collage and sign. Collages are typically 8.5" x 11" and suitable for framing.
**only 3 available**
Sold Out!
$75
Portland AirBandB
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus: A two night stay at this glorious AirBandB in Portland, Ore. (dates subject to availability). This private apartment is centrally located in the heart of Portland. Walking distance to the Convention Center, Max line, and great bars and restaurants. Downtown, Hawthorne, and Alberta neighborhoods are all only a 15 min bike ride away!
**only 2 available**
Claimed: 0 of 2
$85
Letterpress Map - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
This gorgeous letterpress map of Portland and the surrounding Columbia River Gorge from the amazing duo of Michelle & Chip at Portland's Quail Lane Press. The map is hand-drawn and letterpressed on 100% cotton pearl white paper, one at a time. Suitable and ready for framing. 14" x 18".
**only 2 available**
Sold Out!
$100
The Untold Gaze - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
The Untold Gaze - a gorgeous a large format, full color hardcover art book featuring more than seventy paintings by Portlander Stephen O'Donnell, combined with works of short fiction (and a few poems) written by more than thirty authors, each piece inspired by a particular painting. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only). Signed by Stephen O'Donnell.
**only 1 available, get it!***
Sold Out!
$100
Rennie Bag
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
The Selvedge Denim Market Tote from Rennie Designs, measures 18" wide, 13" tall, 5" deep, one interior pocket, vegetable tanned leather handles. We will pay shipping. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US only)
**only 2 available**
Sold Out!
$100
Behind the Scenes Insider
the gratitude, the RT, the E-Postcards, link to stream movie plus:
This is the best value for behind-the-scenes action. You will receive exclusive password-protected access to behind the scenes updates on casting, location scouting, production, post-production and beyond. When the film has been made you will receive a downloadable e-book featuring production stills, screenplay pages and other important errata from the film set. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. 100% Tax Deductible.
$100
Whale Shark, Eruption - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT plus:
this glorious acrylic-on-wood painting by Portland artist Amy Ruppel. It measures 8.75" x 5.5" and will look great pretty much anywhere. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only).
**only 1 available. get it**
Sold Out!
$100
Acting Consult
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus:
a two-hour one-on-one acting coach/consult with the one-of-a-kind Erin McGarry. Erin will meet with you in person or via Skype to discuss acting and and auditions and share her experiences on 'Grimm', 'Portlandia', 'The Librarians' and many other shorts and features. (transportation not provided) Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits100% tax-deductible
Claimed: 1 of 2
$100
Monotype - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
A signed one-of-a-kind monotype by one-of-a-kind Portland artist Katherine McDowell. Katherine is represented by The Portland Art Museum's Rental Sales Gallery and is a member of Bite Studio and Print Arts Northwest. Monotypes are 8"x 8" unframed on 11"x15" paper. We will pay shipping. Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. (US only)
Sold Out!
$105
B/W Photo - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
pick one of these three b/w photos from Brian P
100% Tax Deductible.
Sold Out!
$105
Color Photo
the gratitude, the RT, your name in the Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
We will send you a 16 x 20 limited-edition print of one of Brian's above photos, each taken in a Pacific NW location. You pick the image. We'll pay shipping. (US only). Suitable for framing. 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 3 of 4
$125
Extra!
the gratitude, the RT, the playlist, stream-the-movie, plus:
You are now an extra in the movie. Most likely in the big dinner scene. (transportation not included) You'll really learn what hurry up and wait means.
$145
Personal Growth Consult
The gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus: a one-on-one hour-long consultation (in person or via Zoom) with Andrea Lorraine of Simple Wisdom Within. Based in Northern California, Andrea is an intuitive/empath, deep listener and mentor who helps people change life-long patterns and connect to their inner wisdom. if you are stuck or dealing with patterns of anxiety, depression, confusiion or any combination therein, this is the person you want in your corner. learn more at Simple Wisdom Within.
**only 2 available**
Claimed: 1 of 2
$145
Mix & Match - 2 Photos
**BEST VALUE**
the gratitude, the RT, your name in the Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
We will send you 2 16 x 20 limited-edition prints of Brian's photos (see the previous 2 incentive levels to view images) . You pick the images - 2 color? 2 b/w? 1 of each? whatever you want. Or let us pick for you!) - We'll pay shipping. (US only). 100% tax deductible
Claimed: 1 of 2
$150
Mosiac - SOLD OUT
the gratitude, the RT, plus:
This lovely mosaic mirror, designed and crafted by Portland mosaicist Bill Padian. This would look great in your beach house. Also, your name will appear in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits. (US Only) 10" x 10"
Sold Out!
$150
Portland Premiere!
the gratitude, the RT, the e-postcard, the Behind-the-Scenes Insider, plus:
You and a guest are cordially invited to the Portland Premiere of Sister/Brother. This is an evening to celebrate all our combined efforts and resources coming together in Portland to make something beautiful. We are so happy to have you here with us. Location TBD. (Transportation not provided) Also, your name will appear in the Thank You section of the closing credits. 100% tax deductible.
Claimed: 5 of 50
$175
Camera Consult
the gratitude, the RT, the Playlist, Stream the Movie plus: a hands-on 1/2 day seminar with Portland Director of Photography Scott Ballard. No matter what stage you're at in your career Scott's knowledge of lenses, framing, composition, formats, cameras will benefit you and your future project. In addition to numerous short films and videos, Scott has shot 9 feature films on a variety of formats (HD, Super 8, Super 16mm, 35mm) and written/directed 3 features of his own. He's taught at Portland State and the NW Film Center. He is also warm, authentic, and sometimes funny. He's the real deal. Do not miss this unique education opportunity.
**only 3 available**
Claimed: 1 of 3
$225
Manuscript Review
The gratitude, the RT, The Playlist, Stream the Movie, plus: Margaret Malone, Portland writer of fiction and memoir, will read your manuscript and provide verbal feedback over coffee (or over Skype) about what's working and what needs attention. Margaret has been published in Missouri Review, Portland Monthly, Clackamas Review, Paper Darts and many others. Her debut book People Like You was a finalist for the Pen/Hemingway Award. When she's not writing she's teaching writing at Literary Arts, Sitka Center, IPRC. She has a thoroughness and attention to detail that will definitely benefit your work-in-progress.
**Only 2 available**
Claimed: 1 of 2
$250
Screenplay Consultation
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of closing credits, the Portland Premiere plus:
You send Brian your screenplay and he will read it. He will sit down w/ you over coffee or beer (on him) and share his unadulterated thoughts about how it can be improved or made. Bonus: you can read the Sister/Brother screenplay. 100% Tax Deductible
$500
Speaking Part/s
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
You will appear on camera and deliver at least a line or two of dialogue in the big dinner party scene. You'll be on the call sheet and partake of on-set mingling, commiseration, and camaraderie. Welcome aboard! Your name will appear onscreen in the Cast section of the credits. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 10
$1,500
Badass Portland Writers Brunch
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
You come to Brian's house for Sunday Brunch (transportation not provided). Also attending: the epic Margaret Malone, the sui generis Cheryl Strayed, the kapow Rene Denfeld, the holy moly Lidia Yuknavitch. You can have mimosas and ask them (almost) anything. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 1 of 2
$2,000
Badass Portland Writers Dinner
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider, your name in the Special Thank You section of the closing credits plus:
Just like the brunch except it'll be at a fancy Portland restaurant TBD (transportation not provided). Same attendees: Margaret Malone, Cheryl Strayed, Rene Denfeld, Lidia Yuknavitch, Brian Padian and you. There will be wine. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 0 of 2
$2,500
Associate Producer
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
Your name in the opening and/or closing credits as Associate Producer! Welcome aboard. 100% Tax Deductible.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$5,000
Executive Producer
the RT, the E-postcard, the Behind the Scenes Insider plus:
You are now a credited Executive Producer! And we need to talk about the shooting schedule, 5 day weeks vs 6 day weeks, crafty, what's the deal with SAG, and so on so please call me STAT. 100% Tax Deductible.
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Brian Padian Writer/Director, Producer
I am writer/director based in Portland, Ore. My debut feature The Black Sea was shot on Super 16 and played at the Seattle Transmedia & Independent Film Festival, Portland Film Festival, SoCal Film Festival and others. I hold an MFA in Screenwriting from the American Film Institute, where I was awarded the Jack Oakie Scholarship for Comedic Screenwriting and a BA in Theater Arts/Film Production from Humboldt State University. I've received project grants from the Regional Arts + Culture Council for"The Black Sea", my short film noir "The Big Black Dark", and my web-series "Microaggressions" (currently in post). A long time ago I came in second on Jeopardy.
current favorite films: Fletch, Lost Highway, The Emigrants, L'Intrus, Waiting for Guffman
David Mark Marion, Producer
David is a producer, filmmaker, and 1st AD. A graduate of Humboldt State University and the American Film Institute, he was 1st AD on The Black Sea. You can learn more about him on IMDB.
Evonne Moritz, Editor
Evonne is a fan of baseball, malted beverages, and music. She cut Brian's feature "The Black Sea". A graduate of Humboldt State University and the American Film Institute, she is currently an assistant editor on Empire. Evonne on IMDB.
Scott Ballard, Cinematographer
Scott Ballard is an award-winning Portland-based Director of Photography. His credits include Director of Photography for 9 narrative feature films, 3 feature documentary films and several short films. He has recently wrapped a feature documentary shot on location in Japan, a pilot about a time traveling americana musician and a short sci-fi film. His digital, super 16mm and 35mm cinematography work for the feature film, A Standing Still, won Best Cinematography in the Arizona International Film Festival, Massachusetts Independent Film Festival and the Williamsburg International Film Festival. He holds an MFA in Film Production from Boston University and has worked in Seattle, LA, New Orleans, NYC and Boston. Currently, he resides in his native NW corner of the country focusing on his dedication to narrative and documentary filmmaking. Currently, he is producing a short documentary series and is in early pre-production on his fourth narrative feature film. He teaches at the NW Film Center, Portland Community College and Portland State University.
Scott Unrein, Composer
Scott Unrein is a composer based in Portland, Oregon whose music Fluid Radio called, “...beautifully rich ambiences, like radio signals from real or imagined elsewheres.” You can learn more about him at his site. You can listen to a set of his live and unreleased tracks on Soundcloud.
http://www.scottunrein.org
https://soundcloud.com/scottunrein/sets/live-and-unreleasedErin McGarry, Actor
Erin McGarry has been acting on screen for over 15 years. She has studied acting in Los Angeles and Portland. You can find her on all but two seasons of Portlandia, two seasons of Grimm as well as an episode each of the Librarians and Leverage. Erin has worked on a number of films as well, including Brian Padian’s “The Black Sea,” and most recently “The Last Champion,” which will be released into theatres this year and is a family-focused redemptive high school wrestling movie. She has won two Best Actress awards from the LA Independent film festival and the Oregon Independent Film Festival for her work on Kevin Forrest’s feature film “Evolution of Evil,” currently making the festival circuit and was nominated twice for Best Supporting Actress for Scott Ballard’s feature “Death on a Rock.”
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