The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed
New York City, New York | Film Short
Comedy
The film follows Levi, who believes his girlfriend to be cheating on him. Following a lead, he irrationally sneaks into a stranger’s apartment, hoping to catch her in the act, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings, including him being discovered shirtless hiding underneath a bed.
The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed
New York City, New York | Film Short
Comedy
1 Campaigns | Puebla, Mexico
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The film follows Levi, who believes his girlfriend to be cheating on him. Following a lead, he irrationally sneaks into a stranger’s apartment, hoping to catch her in the act, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings, including him being discovered shirtless hiding underneath a bed.
About The Project
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Mission Statement
The Story
Logline:
Levi, a man suspicious of his girlfriend’s fidelity, sneaks into what he believes is her lover’s apartment, only to be caught in a series of comedic and tense situations involving strangers, unexpected confrontations, and a hidden man under the bed.
Story:
Levi’s suspicions about his girlfriend’s affair lead him to take drastic measures. Determined to catch her in the act, he sneaks into an apartment he believes belongs to her lover. But instead of finding his girlfriend, Levi stumbles upon Beatrice—a woman he doesn’t recognize—just as her husband comes home. Panicking, Levi hides under the bed, only to discover that there’s already another man hiding there!
Suddenly, Levi’s attempt to catch his girlfriend cheating spirals into a whirlwind of misunderstandings, unexpected confrontations, and shifting power dynamics. With her husband’s sudden return, Levi is caught in the middle of this marital drama, forced to hide in increasingly awkward and comedic circumstances. What started as a plan to catch a cheater turns into a wild ride full of comedic tension, secret affairs, and the messy fallout of jealousy and mistrust.
Why now:
In a time when relationships are more complicated than ever, this film lets us laugh at the absurdity of our insecurities. It’s easy to get lost in what we think might be happening, but often the truth is much simpler—and funnier—than we realize. This film is about taking a step back, laughing at ourselves, and recognizing that sometimes, our biggest fears are just misunderstandings.
In an era where social alienation is amplified by the internet, when relationships are more complicated than ever, my film uses humor to highlight the absurd ways personal insecurities and misunderstandings affect our relationships. Through the character of Levi, audiences will laugh at his mishaps while recognizing their own human flaws, walking away reassured that they’re not alone in their struggles.
At its core, this film explores the humorous and often absurd lengths people will go to when driven by jealousy and insecurity. It also delves into the complexities of modern relationships—the way people use manipulation, secrets, and power plays to cope with emotional discontent. As a filmmaker, I’ve always been fascinated by the ridiculous situations we find ourselves in when emotions take over. This story reflects how modern life often twists our perceptions of reality, leading to comedic, yet deeply relatable outcomes.
With a background in stop-motion animation, I’ve developed a keen eye for detail and timing, which will help me capture the perfect balance of humor and emotional depth in this project. I’m excited to create a film that not only entertains but also resonates with audiences on a personal level.
How You Can Help:
We can’t do this without you! Whether you contribute financially or share the campaign with friends, every bit of support gets us closer to making this comedy a reality. By joining our team, you’re not just funding a film—you’re helping create a unique project that will leave audiences laughing out loud.
Budget Breakdown:
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We are well into pre-production and are gearing up to shoot in 2 weeks! We’ll be raising funds through production, so please help support this project, even after we start shooting!
Moodboard:
I'm inspired by Jim Jarmusch, Jacques Tati, and droll comedy-style films for this. It will be wide shots, with punchy, slapsticky comedy, shot in low light night scenes. Here are some examples of what it might look like:
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Food
Costs $700
A well-fed set is a happy set! Ensure that everyone is well fed so this comedy does not turn into a dark comedy.
Costumes and Set Design
Costs $800
In order to bring this world to life, it’s going to take some costumes and set design!
Pay Actors
Costs $900
Help us pay our actors!
Parking
Costs $500
Help us buy a parking spot to park the equipment van overnight.
Contingency
Costs $400
Things always come up on production that we can't anticipate, it's just a matter of what. Help us plan ahead.
Equipment Van
Costs $450
Help us pay for the van to transport our equipment and store it overnight.
Uber Actors to Set
Costs $100
Help us uber our actors to set.
Final Scene Location
Costs $300
For our climax scene, we want to ensure our location is adequate. Please help us afford it!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Luke Wolsko is a Senior in NYU's Film and Television program pursuing directing. He has a robust background in stop motion animation, and is currently interested in narrative storytelling that blends absurd humor with tension. Luke has experience in producing, casting, and directing short films and is currently working on his senior thesis, The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed.
Thomas is a multinational producer, filmmaker, and actor based out of New York City and Los Angeles. Currently a film student at NYU Tisch, he uses his upbringing of different cultural backgrounds intertwined with his passion for the outdoors, to tell stories of growing up, fitting in, and searching for meaning in our lives. He is producing The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed and looking forward to making this unique comedy come to fruition.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Logline:
Levi, a man suspicious of his girlfriend’s fidelity, sneaks into what he believes is her lover’s apartment, only to be caught in a series of comedic and tense situations involving strangers, unexpected confrontations, and a hidden man under the bed.
Story:
Levi’s suspicions about his girlfriend’s affair lead him to take drastic measures. Determined to catch her in the act, he sneaks into an apartment he believes belongs to her lover. But instead of finding his girlfriend, Levi stumbles upon Beatrice—a woman he doesn’t recognize—just as her husband comes home. Panicking, Levi hides under the bed, only to discover that there’s already another man hiding there!
Suddenly, Levi’s attempt to catch his girlfriend cheating spirals into a whirlwind of misunderstandings, unexpected confrontations, and shifting power dynamics. With her husband’s sudden return, Levi is caught in the middle of this marital drama, forced to hide in increasingly awkward and comedic circumstances. What started as a plan to catch a cheater turns into a wild ride full of comedic tension, secret affairs, and the messy fallout of jealousy and mistrust.
Why now:
In a time when relationships are more complicated than ever, this film lets us laugh at the absurdity of our insecurities. It’s easy to get lost in what we think might be happening, but often the truth is much simpler—and funnier—than we realize. This film is about taking a step back, laughing at ourselves, and recognizing that sometimes, our biggest fears are just misunderstandings.
In an era where social alienation is amplified by the internet, when relationships are more complicated than ever, my film uses humor to highlight the absurd ways personal insecurities and misunderstandings affect our relationships. Through the character of Levi, audiences will laugh at his mishaps while recognizing their own human flaws, walking away reassured that they’re not alone in their struggles.
At its core, this film explores the humorous and often absurd lengths people will go to when driven by jealousy and insecurity. It also delves into the complexities of modern relationships—the way people use manipulation, secrets, and power plays to cope with emotional discontent. As a filmmaker, I’ve always been fascinated by the ridiculous situations we find ourselves in when emotions take over. This story reflects how modern life often twists our perceptions of reality, leading to comedic, yet deeply relatable outcomes.
With a background in stop-motion animation, I’ve developed a keen eye for detail and timing, which will help me capture the perfect balance of humor and emotional depth in this project. I’m excited to create a film that not only entertains but also resonates with audiences on a personal level.
How You Can Help:
We can’t do this without you! Whether you contribute financially or share the campaign with friends, every bit of support gets us closer to making this comedy a reality. By joining our team, you’re not just funding a film—you’re helping create a unique project that will leave audiences laughing out loud.
Budget Breakdown:
We are well into pre-production and are gearing up to shoot in 2 weeks! We’ll be raising funds through production, so please help support this project, even after we start shooting!
Moodboard:
I'm inspired by Jim Jarmusch, Jacques Tati, and droll comedy-style films for this. It will be wide shots, with punchy, slapsticky comedy, shot in low light night scenes. Here are some examples of what it might look like:
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Food
Costs $700
A well-fed set is a happy set! Ensure that everyone is well fed so this comedy does not turn into a dark comedy.
Costumes and Set Design
Costs $800
In order to bring this world to life, it’s going to take some costumes and set design!
Pay Actors
Costs $900
Help us pay our actors!
Parking
Costs $500
Help us buy a parking spot to park the equipment van overnight.
Contingency
Costs $400
Things always come up on production that we can't anticipate, it's just a matter of what. Help us plan ahead.
Equipment Van
Costs $450
Help us pay for the van to transport our equipment and store it overnight.
Uber Actors to Set
Costs $100
Help us uber our actors to set.
Final Scene Location
Costs $300
For our climax scene, we want to ensure our location is adequate. Please help us afford it!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Luke Wolsko is a Senior in NYU's Film and Television program pursuing directing. He has a robust background in stop motion animation, and is currently interested in narrative storytelling that blends absurd humor with tension. Luke has experience in producing, casting, and directing short films and is currently working on his senior thesis, The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed.
Thomas is a multinational producer, filmmaker, and actor based out of New York City and Los Angeles. Currently a film student at NYU Tisch, he uses his upbringing of different cultural backgrounds intertwined with his passion for the outdoors, to tell stories of growing up, fitting in, and searching for meaning in our lives. He is producing The Jealous Boyfriend and a Man Under the Bed and looking forward to making this unique comedy come to fruition.