The Grey Area
Jacksonville, Florida | Film Feature
Documentary, LGBTQ
Our western culture has very specific expectations of the genders, particularly women in how they should look and act. What happens when a woman who is socially considered "masculine" pushes against society's standards? The Grey Area shines a light on the unobserved effects of gender stereotyping.
The Grey Area
Jacksonville, Florida | Film Feature
Documentary, LGBTQ
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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Our western culture has very specific expectations of the genders, particularly women in how they should look and act. What happens when a woman who is socially considered "masculine" pushes against society's standards? The Grey Area shines a light on the unobserved effects of gender stereotyping.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Grey Area seeks to raise at least $20,000 for Post-Production and Distribution with a goal to fund beyond this initial amount. Further funding would allow all expenses to be covered comfortably.
Through the illuminating viewpoint of main subject and co-director, Keagan Anfuso, The Grey Area provides an intimate perspective on being a woman who is socially considered masculine.
Anfuso‘s narrative denotes that amidst the social progress, our society is still struggling to break binary mindsets that continue to place limiting expectations on women.
At a time when gender identity and equality is a heated social debate, The Grey Area poses the idea that the lingering existence of antiquated gender stereotypes are responsible for oppressing the natural and distinct character of many individuals.
Anfuso is only one of the millions of women still experiencing the effects of those stereotypes.
With her athletic build, naturally raspy voice and androgynous fashion preference, Keagan Anfuso is often assumed to be male or male-identified. Neither of which are true. To the surprise of many, Anfuso proudly identifies as female and has always used she/her pronouns.
After 20 years of having her gender identity misunderstood, Anfuso‘s most challenging obstacle has been convincing others that she is comfortable in her assigned-at-birth gender. She believes that to make progress in an overwhelming climate, we need to build a communicative bridge of relatability with those struggling to understand.
Offering herself as an example, her intention is to point out the stifling effects that gender stereotyping can have on children and follow into adulthood.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Final Edit, Color Correction and QC
Costs $4,500
Finishing edit on film with color grade and final professional quality check for distribution.
Sound Mix and Music
Costs $2,000
Final film sound mix and original musical composition - including studio time for recording.
Stock Footage
Costs $6,000
News & media stock footage rights. Average cost is $75 per second. It adds up fast.
Distribution Sales / Marketing
Costs $5,000
Hire of a professional distribution sales agent and associated marketing materials.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $2,500
Minimum needed for film festival submissions. The more we raise, the more festivals we can enter.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
KEAGAN ANFUSO | Co-Director, Producer, Main Subject
An award-winning director, Anfuso has made a strong impact on the queer arts and music community with her bold concepts and unique approach to storytelling. She has been honored with accolades recognizing her achievements as a Florida filmmaker and successfully garnered community support for The Grey Area by receiving the Art Juried Award at the 2015 One Spark Festival.
DREW L. BROWN | Co-Director, Producer
While completing his film degree at the Art Institute of Jacksonville, Brown traveled to The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles to receive a Student Academy Award for his senior thesis film, Person. The Grey Area will be his second film focused on gender identity issues. The Jacksonville Mayor’s Office awarded Brown the Rising Star Award for outstanding contributions and achievements in Jacksonville’s Film and Television Industry.
LAURA BLAIR | Producer
With a degree from the University of Tampa, Blair concentrated her education on producing and distribution for feature film. Her career for the last decade has stretched through feature film, television, commercial, and corporate production. Most recently, Blair worked on the production team of David Makes Man, a series with executive producers Michael B. Jordan and Oprah Winfrey.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Grey Area seeks to raise at least $20,000 for Post-Production and Distribution with a goal to fund beyond this initial amount. Further funding would allow all expenses to be covered comfortably.
Through the illuminating viewpoint of main subject and co-director, Keagan Anfuso, The Grey Area provides an intimate perspective on being a woman who is socially considered masculine.
Anfuso‘s narrative denotes that amidst the social progress, our society is still struggling to break binary mindsets that continue to place limiting expectations on women.
At a time when gender identity and equality is a heated social debate, The Grey Area poses the idea that the lingering existence of antiquated gender stereotypes are responsible for oppressing the natural and distinct character of many individuals.
Anfuso is only one of the millions of women still experiencing the effects of those stereotypes.
With her athletic build, naturally raspy voice and androgynous fashion preference, Keagan Anfuso is often assumed to be male or male-identified. Neither of which are true. To the surprise of many, Anfuso proudly identifies as female and has always used she/her pronouns.
After 20 years of having her gender identity misunderstood, Anfuso‘s most challenging obstacle has been convincing others that she is comfortable in her assigned-at-birth gender. She believes that to make progress in an overwhelming climate, we need to build a communicative bridge of relatability with those struggling to understand.
Offering herself as an example, her intention is to point out the stifling effects that gender stereotyping can have on children and follow into adulthood.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Final Edit, Color Correction and QC
Costs $4,500
Finishing edit on film with color grade and final professional quality check for distribution.
Sound Mix and Music
Costs $2,000
Final film sound mix and original musical composition - including studio time for recording.
Stock Footage
Costs $6,000
News & media stock footage rights. Average cost is $75 per second. It adds up fast.
Distribution Sales / Marketing
Costs $5,000
Hire of a professional distribution sales agent and associated marketing materials.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $2,500
Minimum needed for film festival submissions. The more we raise, the more festivals we can enter.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
KEAGAN ANFUSO | Co-Director, Producer, Main Subject
An award-winning director, Anfuso has made a strong impact on the queer arts and music community with her bold concepts and unique approach to storytelling. She has been honored with accolades recognizing her achievements as a Florida filmmaker and successfully garnered community support for The Grey Area by receiving the Art Juried Award at the 2015 One Spark Festival.
DREW L. BROWN | Co-Director, Producer
While completing his film degree at the Art Institute of Jacksonville, Brown traveled to The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles to receive a Student Academy Award for his senior thesis film, Person. The Grey Area will be his second film focused on gender identity issues. The Jacksonville Mayor’s Office awarded Brown the Rising Star Award for outstanding contributions and achievements in Jacksonville’s Film and Television Industry.
LAURA BLAIR | Producer
With a degree from the University of Tampa, Blair concentrated her education on producing and distribution for feature film. Her career for the last decade has stretched through feature film, television, commercial, and corporate production. Most recently, Blair worked on the production team of David Makes Man, a series with executive producers Michael B. Jordan and Oprah Winfrey.