"The Head" is a dark comedy about the perils of letting your art define you. Does Drew struggle because he is a young artist facing a millennial economy, or does he struggle because he's selfish, unprepared, unrealistic, impulsive, inexperienced, and awkward? Maybe it's both.
"The Head" is a dark comedy about the perils of letting your art define you. Does Drew struggle because he is a young artist facing a millennial economy, or does he struggle because he's selfish, unprepared, unrealistic, impulsive, inexperienced, and awkward? Maybe it's both.
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About The Project
What's the Story?
When Drew's head carving gets popular on the internet, Drew thinks he has found his calling. Instead, he finds an alienating journey of self-destruction, and he has no one to blame but himself.
Why the Story?
We're living in a generation that is both chastised for its narcissism and praised for its ingenuity, especially in internet success. "The Head" aims to poke fun at both of those critiques be creating a worst-case-scenario millennial nightmare. The audience might not relate with Drew's bone-headed actions, but everyone can empathize with the temptations that led him to make them.
Why Me?
I'm not a big fan of people glamorizing or overly celebrating their generation. Laughter is more cathartic to me. I would rather look in the mirror of my own generation and laugh at all of the silliness than try to capture the struggle in any sort of earnest way. I love this character of Drew, because while he is a victim of internet fame and creative uncertainty, he also completely misreads his situation, so his misfortune is ultimately his fault. His experience is a painfully real one, but it's also kind of hilarious if you're able to see it from an outside perspective.
Why Crowdfunding?
This is a very simple movie to make and so much of it is going to be paid for by the enthusiasm of the cast and crew. However, our excitement and enthusiasm doesn't pay for food or rentals and doesn't give us an audience. By getting the support of people who are interested in seeing this film get made, we're not only able to make the film well, but we'll have a first audience when it's completed.
Incentives
$10
Social Media Shout Out and Vote!
You will recieve a unique complement via get 1 vote towards a creative decision on the film! We will broadcast your decision on our social media!
$25
Private Stream of the Secret Premiere
You will recieve a private link to watch the film for its secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$50
"Special Thanks" In the Credits
You'll be able to see your name in the credits!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$100
Social Media Advertisement!
Our movie is about finding success on the internet. Have a blog, website, page, or product that needs some advertising? Let us adverstise for you on social media! Just don't let your new internet success corrupt you!
+ "Special Thanks" in the credits!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$250
1 Creative Decision!
Here's where it gets really fun. With this incentive, we will ask you to make a creative decision of slight importance that you will be able to see in the final version of the film! We'll broadcast your genius input on social media and you will be credited as a "Creative Advisor" on the film! Just don't let yourself become drunk with power!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$500
We Will Film a One-Minute Testimonial for You
We will film a promo video where we speak very kind words about you or your business, loved one, blog, page, pet, etc. The Head will be in the video as well! You might become viral and it could change your life. Be careful!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$750
Producer Credit + Skype Chat
Get a producing credit on the film and chat with the filmmakers on skype about preproduction!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$1,000
Featured Extra
You can be in the film, hang out on set, and get fed for the day! Travel expenses aren't included, but we would love to have you!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$1,000
We Will Name A Minor Character After You
"The Head" has a few minor characters whose names are wide open for discussion. End this discussion by letting your name live in infamy!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
Claimed: 0 of 2
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Social Media Shout Out and Vote!
You will recieve a unique complement via get 1 vote towards a creative decision on the film! We will broadcast your decision on our social media!
$25
Private Stream of the Secret Premiere
You will recieve a private link to watch the film for its secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$50
"Special Thanks" In the Credits
You'll be able to see your name in the credits!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$100
Social Media Advertisement!
Our movie is about finding success on the internet. Have a blog, website, page, or product that needs some advertising? Let us adverstise for you on social media! Just don't let your new internet success corrupt you!
+ "Special Thanks" in the credits!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
+ 1 vote towards a creative decision!
$250
1 Creative Decision!
Here's where it gets really fun. With this incentive, we will ask you to make a creative decision of slight importance that you will be able to see in the final version of the film! We'll broadcast your genius input on social media and you will be credited as a "Creative Advisor" on the film! Just don't let yourself become drunk with power!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$500
We Will Film a One-Minute Testimonial for You
We will film a promo video where we speak very kind words about you or your business, loved one, blog, page, pet, etc. The Head will be in the video as well! You might become viral and it could change your life. Be careful!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$750
Producer Credit + Skype Chat
Get a producing credit on the film and chat with the filmmakers on skype about preproduction!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
$1,000
Featured Extra
You can be in the film, hang out on set, and get fed for the day! Travel expenses aren't included, but we would love to have you!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
Claimed: 0 of 2
$1,000
We Will Name A Minor Character After You
"The Head" has a few minor characters whose names are wide open for discussion. End this discussion by letting your name live in infamy!
+ 1 creative decision!
+ Private link to the secret premiere!
Claimed: 0 of 2
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Current Team
About This Team
Brent Lambert-Zaffino has been a writer/director of short films, music videos, and sketch comedies for the past five years. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois but coming of age in Atlanta, Georgia, Brent can't escape his weird midwestern roots no matter how much the South tries to slow him down. Recently, Brent has focused his efforts on festival projects and freelance video work.
Tommy Stein is a producer who has been interested in film for as long as he can remember, but only about two years ago did he actively begin to pursue that interest. After getting a Digital Film Tech certification from Clayton State University, Tommy started off as a second assistant director on short productions and quickly realized his desire for producing. Slowly but surely, he has been furthering his film career by meeting like mind individuals and helping make their vision a reality.
Will Copeland is a hidden gem of the Southeast comedy scene. His unassuming deadpan has allowed him to open for everyone from Ron White, Baron Vaughn, Gary Gulman, and Pete Holmes. He is our lead!
Brandon Mishawn is a DP, graduate from Georgia State University. and lives in Atlanta, Ga. He focuses his efforts on narrative driven projects and is known for his work on The Mourning After, Nightstalking, and Time's Up.
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