Still Here, a short film
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, LGBTQ
UPDATE!!! WE DID IT!!!! In less than 10 days I'm fully funded!! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED!!! I'm Beaming!!! I have 36 days left in this campaign so lets have a stretch goal to make it to $5000.00. More Film Festivals! More Promotional Costs!! Lets do it!!! Thank you again!!!
Still Here, a short film
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Drama, LGBTQ
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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UPDATE!!! WE DID IT!!!! In less than 10 days I'm fully funded!! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED!!! I'm Beaming!!! I have 36 days left in this campaign so lets have a stretch goal to make it to $5000.00. More Film Festivals! More Promotional Costs!! Lets do it!!! Thank you again!!!
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Have you ever felt stuck? Depressed? Numb? Emotionally and/or physically void of life? Nothing left but just a shell of a person with nothing left to live for? But then that one spark, that one person, that one word triggers something in you. That it brings you back to reality. That is what STILL HERE is about. Find out why a 75 year old mother is admitting her 45 year old son to an assisted living center. Find out if something triggers him back to reality. A story of Inspiration and hope.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Festival Costs
Costs $1,500
There are over 500 film festivals. Festival fees ranging from 25.00-100.00 per festival.
Promotional Costs
Costs $500
Posters, postcards, event premieres, digital links, DVDs, etc....
Editing
Costs $1,500
Final sound and picture editing costs.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
CHUCK SACULLA... actor, writer, executive producer
My 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Daniels asked my parents back then if I'd like to be the lead in the school Christmas Pageant at Jefferson Elementary. They asked. I said yes. Herbert Aloyious Penrod Percy Yardley (HAPPY) Holiday was born and the acting bug bit. My name is Chuck Saculla and have been performing over 40 years now. From community theatre in Highland, Indiana all the way to Broadway to Hollywood. Performing is my passion and I've never looked back. Can't and won't! With STILL HERE, I now add writer. People in show business always say create your own content. So I did.
How did STILL HERE come about? I've danced my whole life. 40 years and counting. It not only keeps me physically together, but it is my emotional release. That hour or two of dance classes 3 times a week eases my stress load. Gives me my sanity to tackle whatever the day brings me. Last year, I had knee surgery for the first time in my career and that took me out for 2 months. I was severely depressed because that outlet was taken away. I couldn't function without my dance. The one thing I could count on that truly made my happy. I was numb. So I put pen to paper and wrote STILL HERE to get my feelings out. To wake me up out of my depression. It worked. I am very anxious to share STILL HERE with you. To get you Inspired! Help you find that one thing to snap you back into reality.
Please take a look below at this fantastic creative team I've assembled to help bring this to life. I couldn't be more proud to work with these gents. Check out all their websites:
TOM PARDOE...director
Performer-
Broadway: Miss Saigon, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol (Original Company at
Madison Square Garden)
Commercial: Comcast series- XFinity
Television: Casual (Hulu), Glee, Major Crimes, Heartbeat, Code Black (Reconnection)
Over 40 musicals as a performer, originating the role of Mr. Tumnus in Narnia, The Musical,
based on The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe.
Carnegie Hall with Betty Buckley
Tony Awards- 1997
Music Video: Arcade Fire- We Exist (w Andrew Garfield), Will Butler of Arcade Fire- Anna (w
Emma Stone), Big Dipper
Director-
Director/Choreographer: Pippin 2007, Sweet Charity 2002 (choreographer), The Bubbly Black
Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin (nom for best choreography by NAACP awards), Best Little
Whorehouse in Texas, Bat Boy, Grease, Annie Get Your Gun.
Director- Child of the 70’s (Season 3,4, 5)
Show Director for Benefits: GMCLA Voice Awards 2016, 2017, The Friendly House Awards
Luncheon 2008- 2016, Best in Drag Show AFA 2003-2010.
SAM ALLEN...choreographer
Sam Allen is a graduate of University of Southern California and Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts (the “Fame” School). He studied and performed with the American Ballroom Theatre and the Harkness Youth Ballet. Sam has choreographed feature films, the musical production “In The Heights”, and national commercials for companies such as Nike, Almond Breeze, Canon, and Doritos. He has also choreographed music videos and live tours for artists including Todrick Hall, Mya, Cappadonna of Wu-Tang Clan and Dina Rae. Sam has received various awards including Best Choreography at the United States Tournament of Dance Nationals. He loves telling stories through creative movement and his expertise in various forms of dance enable him to perform, guest teach, and choreograph nationally. Currently, Sam teaches dance at various studios including the world renowned Edge in Los Angeles and Broadway Dance Center in NYC. Check out his website at www.SamAllenSwag.com and follow him on social media @samallenswag.
WILLIAM V. MALPEDE...music composer
I met William "Billy" Malpede while touring with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat starring Donny Osmond almost 30 years ago. I'm going to have to refer you to use amazing website to list all his accomplishments and achievements for there are many. Not only is he a man extraordinary talents, but he happens to be one of the nicest people I know. His music for this film is simply gorgeous. I cannot wait for you to hear it.
https://www.williamvmalpede.net
SKY MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT....director of photography, first assistant director, key grip, editor, film crew
c
Sky Media Entertainment is a digital media production company founded by the 3 knuckle heads you see above. Each member of Sky Media brings to the table a unique vision, skill and passion for what they do. We ensure a very smooth, exciting and successful working relationship with all of our clients.
Spencer Harris is the Founder of Sky Media and FAA certified UAS pilot, he has passion for what he does and it shows in the way he works. Bringing to the table a multitude of talents. He has shot over 40 projects over the past year and a half and can't wait for the possiblities that lay ahead.
Brad Roller, co-founder of Sky Media, specializes in photography and film production. In the past, his concepts have attracted the attention of Social Influencers, Musical Artists and Independent Filmamkers. Brad enjoys, and considers himself lucky, being able to do what he loves the most.
Matthew Roseman is considered the "Wild Man" of this group. With his unique taste and vision, he brings to the table not only fresh ideas and concepts, but stories and content which meet and exceed standards.
LEAH STANKO MANGUM...actor, executive producer
Leah has been seen on many television shows such as The Drew Carey Show, The Wayne Brady Show, Mike Hammer and the Flex and Shanice Show to name a few. Her TV pilot Take it From the Top which she has co created and co starred in recently premiered and won in the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival. She has also performed in many musicals and plays most notably touring with Donny Osmond in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Taffetas at the Cinegrill and The Drunken Housewives of the San Fernando Valley at the Oh My Ribs Theater. It’s been such a pleasure producing and performing in Still Here with one of my dearest and talented friends Chuck Saculla.
AND YOU.......
This is where I need your help. It takes many talents, people and money to make a project come to life. I cannot do this alone. Take a look at all the exciting perks offered. Please Donate what you can to get STILL HERE on its feet. I greatly appreciate your time and consideration. Thank you very much. Eternally grateful!!
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Have you ever felt stuck? Depressed? Numb? Emotionally and/or physically void of life? Nothing left but just a shell of a person with nothing left to live for? But then that one spark, that one person, that one word triggers something in you. That it brings you back to reality. That is what STILL HERE is about. Find out why a 75 year old mother is admitting her 45 year old son to an assisted living center. Find out if something triggers him back to reality. A story of Inspiration and hope.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Film Festival Costs
Costs $1,500
There are over 500 film festivals. Festival fees ranging from 25.00-100.00 per festival.
Promotional Costs
Costs $500
Posters, postcards, event premieres, digital links, DVDs, etc....
Editing
Costs $1,500
Final sound and picture editing costs.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
CHUCK SACULLA... actor, writer, executive producer
My 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Daniels asked my parents back then if I'd like to be the lead in the school Christmas Pageant at Jefferson Elementary. They asked. I said yes. Herbert Aloyious Penrod Percy Yardley (HAPPY) Holiday was born and the acting bug bit. My name is Chuck Saculla and have been performing over 40 years now. From community theatre in Highland, Indiana all the way to Broadway to Hollywood. Performing is my passion and I've never looked back. Can't and won't! With STILL HERE, I now add writer. People in show business always say create your own content. So I did.
How did STILL HERE come about? I've danced my whole life. 40 years and counting. It not only keeps me physically together, but it is my emotional release. That hour or two of dance classes 3 times a week eases my stress load. Gives me my sanity to tackle whatever the day brings me. Last year, I had knee surgery for the first time in my career and that took me out for 2 months. I was severely depressed because that outlet was taken away. I couldn't function without my dance. The one thing I could count on that truly made my happy. I was numb. So I put pen to paper and wrote STILL HERE to get my feelings out. To wake me up out of my depression. It worked. I am very anxious to share STILL HERE with you. To get you Inspired! Help you find that one thing to snap you back into reality.
Please take a look below at this fantastic creative team I've assembled to help bring this to life. I couldn't be more proud to work with these gents. Check out all their websites:
TOM PARDOE...director
Performer-
Broadway: Miss Saigon, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol (Original Company at
Madison Square Garden)
Commercial: Comcast series- XFinity
Television: Casual (Hulu), Glee, Major Crimes, Heartbeat, Code Black (Reconnection)
Over 40 musicals as a performer, originating the role of Mr. Tumnus in Narnia, The Musical,
based on The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe.
Carnegie Hall with Betty Buckley
Tony Awards- 1997
Music Video: Arcade Fire- We Exist (w Andrew Garfield), Will Butler of Arcade Fire- Anna (w
Emma Stone), Big Dipper
Director-
Director/Choreographer: Pippin 2007, Sweet Charity 2002 (choreographer), The Bubbly Black
Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin (nom for best choreography by NAACP awards), Best Little
Whorehouse in Texas, Bat Boy, Grease, Annie Get Your Gun.
Director- Child of the 70’s (Season 3,4, 5)
Show Director for Benefits: GMCLA Voice Awards 2016, 2017, The Friendly House Awards
Luncheon 2008- 2016, Best in Drag Show AFA 2003-2010.
SAM ALLEN...choreographer
Sam Allen is a graduate of University of Southern California and Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts (the “Fame” School). He studied and performed with the American Ballroom Theatre and the Harkness Youth Ballet. Sam has choreographed feature films, the musical production “In The Heights”, and national commercials for companies such as Nike, Almond Breeze, Canon, and Doritos. He has also choreographed music videos and live tours for artists including Todrick Hall, Mya, Cappadonna of Wu-Tang Clan and Dina Rae. Sam has received various awards including Best Choreography at the United States Tournament of Dance Nationals. He loves telling stories through creative movement and his expertise in various forms of dance enable him to perform, guest teach, and choreograph nationally. Currently, Sam teaches dance at various studios including the world renowned Edge in Los Angeles and Broadway Dance Center in NYC. Check out his website at www.SamAllenSwag.com and follow him on social media @samallenswag.
WILLIAM V. MALPEDE...music composer
I met William "Billy" Malpede while touring with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat starring Donny Osmond almost 30 years ago. I'm going to have to refer you to use amazing website to list all his accomplishments and achievements for there are many. Not only is he a man extraordinary talents, but he happens to be one of the nicest people I know. His music for this film is simply gorgeous. I cannot wait for you to hear it.
https://www.williamvmalpede.net
SKY MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT....director of photography, first assistant director, key grip, editor, film crew
c
Sky Media Entertainment is a digital media production company founded by the 3 knuckle heads you see above. Each member of Sky Media brings to the table a unique vision, skill and passion for what they do. We ensure a very smooth, exciting and successful working relationship with all of our clients.
Spencer Harris is the Founder of Sky Media and FAA certified UAS pilot, he has passion for what he does and it shows in the way he works. Bringing to the table a multitude of talents. He has shot over 40 projects over the past year and a half and can't wait for the possiblities that lay ahead.
Brad Roller, co-founder of Sky Media, specializes in photography and film production. In the past, his concepts have attracted the attention of Social Influencers, Musical Artists and Independent Filmamkers. Brad enjoys, and considers himself lucky, being able to do what he loves the most.
Matthew Roseman is considered the "Wild Man" of this group. With his unique taste and vision, he brings to the table not only fresh ideas and concepts, but stories and content which meet and exceed standards.
LEAH STANKO MANGUM...actor, executive producer
Leah has been seen on many television shows such as The Drew Carey Show, The Wayne Brady Show, Mike Hammer and the Flex and Shanice Show to name a few. Her TV pilot Take it From the Top which she has co created and co starred in recently premiered and won in the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival. She has also performed in many musicals and plays most notably touring with Donny Osmond in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Taffetas at the Cinegrill and The Drunken Housewives of the San Fernando Valley at the Oh My Ribs Theater. It’s been such a pleasure producing and performing in Still Here with one of my dearest and talented friends Chuck Saculla.
AND YOU.......
This is where I need your help. It takes many talents, people and money to make a project come to life. I cannot do this alone. Take a look at all the exciting perks offered. Please Donate what you can to get STILL HERE on its feet. I greatly appreciate your time and consideration. Thank you very much. Eternally grateful!!