Whoever You Say I Am
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Documentary, LGBTQ
Over the course of a year, I will follow the guidance of psychics, tarot card readers, & other intuitives to stop being a passive observer in my own life and start actively living it.
Whoever You Say I Am
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Documentary, LGBTQ
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Over the course of a year, I will follow the guidance of psychics, tarot card readers, & other intuitives to stop being a passive observer in my own life and start actively living it.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
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- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What if someone who can see beyond the physical world could see my path more clearly than I can?
I've always enjoyed going to tarot card readers, psychic mediums, and, like most of my friends, have a rotating cast of TikTok astrologers I scroll through every night.
It's always just been a casual interest. Until now.
We all have the same lingering questions in the back of our minds: What is my purpose? Why am I here on Earth? If the life I've dreamed of feels out of reach, then what the hell am I supposed to be doing?
I'm a writer living in Los Angeles, and while I've accomplished a lot of my goals and love my life, I've spent so much of my time working survival jobs that have not always been fulfilling or financially rewarding. After feeling a little directionless and aimless, I went to a psychic who changed my perspective on everything.
She correctly predicted where I'd get married, how many kids I would have (TBD!), and she channeled my grandmother, who passed away in 2013, who knew I had her necklace. On my second visit a year later, the psychic channeled my aunt, who knew about the sapphire ring I found in my backyard while doing yard work. I had found it tucked in the dirt on the exact spot where I'd be standing during my wedding ceremony. She wanted me to know it wasn't a coincidence.
It brought me comfort to know my relatives were looking out for me on the other side, watching me, still a part of my life, especially when things felt uncertain. Since my beloved psychic knew so much, things that no one could ever know, I was curious if other intuitives could help bring even more clarity to my life.
With the world feeling increasingly unpredictable, I've felt stuck in this weird in-between state, unsure of how to move forward. If I’m not going to have the career I want, at least not right now, what am I supposed to be doing? How can I get closer to what I want? How can I appreciate my life and not spend it waiting on my couch for an opportunity to land at my feet?
Since I don't have the answer to these questions, I'm seeking out intuitives and exploring different approaches. For the next year, I will follow only their guidance in the hopes that it leads me in a direction that feels aligned with my purpose.
For too long, I've been allowing the pressure of career and societal expectations to cloud my life, and I've forgotten life is meant to be lived, life is meant to be... fun?! Who better to turn to than those who might know what's coming before I do?
1 in 3 Americans will consult a psychic in their lifetime. Intuitives provide the answers that we don’t have but desperately want. It’s the same reason why people, even non-believers, casually check their horoscopes to see what their future holds.
When will I meet my soulmate? When will I finally get my dream job? Is the month of May a good time to buy electronics?!
My generation (the cool, young one…) has felt the burden of a financial crisis, an impossible job market, artisanal sandwiches now cost $17 for some reason, and, like, the world could be ending at any second. I’ve learned to function in survival mode, chronically online, doom-scrolling, rotting from an overload of heavy news. Our brains are cooked! And I know I’m not alone in this feeling.
For anyone feeling stuck or stagnant, this film is a reminder that it's never too late to change course and trust your intuition...or... at least your intuitive guides!
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I share the same uncertainty about the future that so many of my friends and peers feel, too. I'm doing this project for all of us, and I'm approaching this year with curiosity and an open mind. This project isn't about proving intuitives right or wrong. I have so much admiration and appreciation for their gifts and only want to use their guidance to discover a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation for my life.
Every contribution goes directly toward manifesting this film into reality! We've designed a lean budget to support our ambitious project during both production and post-production. We are already in production, and with your support, we can complete the film and share it with audiences.
Your pledge will directly go to:
- Supporting our amazing production crew for their time and expertise.
- Securing locations for filming.
- Safely preserving and organizing extensive footage.
- Supporting our post-production crew: editor, sound, color, composer.
- Ensuring that our finished film reaches audiences!
Every PLEDGE moves this project forward.
If you're unable to pledge, there are other ways to help us! SHARE & FOLLOW our Seed&Spark page by hitting the little heart button at the top right of the page, which will help bring us closer to our goal.
Thank you so much for your support. We are so excited to share this project with you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Production
Costs $5,200
This supports our crew, covers locations, and provides meals, ensuring we capture the readings with care and quality.
Equipment Rentals
Costs $1,000
This will cover our gear rentals- you're gonna want to see some of these tarot cards in detail!
Post-Production
Costs $4,800
Help us support our amazing post-production team, who will edit out hours of me saying "um..."
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About This Team
DIRECTOR
Katie Wadsworth is a Mexican-American screenwriter based in Los Angeles. She was a staff writer on season two of HBOMax's VELMA, a freelance writer on Hulu's Animaniacs, and has a scripted sports comedy with TogethXr and A Touch More. Previously, she was a writers' assistant on Netflix's Never Have I Ever, The ESPY Awards, and Peacock's A.P. BIO, where she produced and wrote for the official A.P. BIO podcast for NBC. She also worked as an assistant on NBC's Great News, TBS' Drop The Mic, and Facebook's Sorry For Your Loss.
PRODUCER
Rachel is an Emmy-nominated producer, director, and writer, with work that spans across documentary and narrative. She has produced several documentaries that have premiered on Netflix, HBO, Amazon, Apple, and at the Sundance Film Festival. Rachel additionally independently produces film and live comedy, and is a 2026 Film Independent Project Involve Producer Fellow. She most recently produced the narrative short, Max Distance, which world premiered at SXSW 2025. Rachel has brought several comedians’ solo shows to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to much critical acclaim, including nominations and wins at the Comedians’ Choice Awards. She got her start in late night and scripted comedies, cutting her teeth on TV shows such as Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (Netflix), Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (TBS), and Broad City (Comedy Central). She also has produced sold out comedy shows in New York and Los Angeles.
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DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Ryan Thomas is a Mexican-American cinematographer based in Los Angeles, working across narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. He is a member of the International Cinematographers Guild (IATSE Local 600) and an ASC Vision Mentee under Lex DuPonte, ASC. His recent work includes the dark comedy I Really Love My Husband, directed by GG Hawkins, which premiered at SXSW and was shot on a remote island in Panama under a stripped-down production approach. He recently completed principal photography on the horror feature My Love For You is Deep, but the Devil Loves Me Deeper, shot entirely on MiniDV and slated for festival release later this year. His short-form work has screened at festivals including Sundance, Slamdance, Palm Springs International ShortFest, and Cinequest, with multiple projects selected as Vimeo Staff Picks In the commercial space, Ryan has collaborated with brands and clients including Nickelodeon, the Los Angeles Lakers, Hot Wheels, Comedy Central, Paramount, MTV, Redfin, Jack in the Box, Microsoft, GitHub, Google, and Meta.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What if someone who can see beyond the physical world could see my path more clearly than I can?
I've always enjoyed going to tarot card readers, psychic mediums, and, like most of my friends, have a rotating cast of TikTok astrologers I scroll through every night.
It's always just been a casual interest. Until now.
We all have the same lingering questions in the back of our minds: What is my purpose? Why am I here on Earth? If the life I've dreamed of feels out of reach, then what the hell am I supposed to be doing?
I'm a writer living in Los Angeles, and while I've accomplished a lot of my goals and love my life, I've spent so much of my time working survival jobs that have not always been fulfilling or financially rewarding. After feeling a little directionless and aimless, I went to a psychic who changed my perspective on everything.
She correctly predicted where I'd get married, how many kids I would have (TBD!), and she channeled my grandmother, who passed away in 2013, who knew I had her necklace. On my second visit a year later, the psychic channeled my aunt, who knew about the sapphire ring I found in my backyard while doing yard work. I had found it tucked in the dirt on the exact spot where I'd be standing during my wedding ceremony. She wanted me to know it wasn't a coincidence.
It brought me comfort to know my relatives were looking out for me on the other side, watching me, still a part of my life, especially when things felt uncertain. Since my beloved psychic knew so much, things that no one could ever know, I was curious if other intuitives could help bring even more clarity to my life.
With the world feeling increasingly unpredictable, I've felt stuck in this weird in-between state, unsure of how to move forward. If I’m not going to have the career I want, at least not right now, what am I supposed to be doing? How can I get closer to what I want? How can I appreciate my life and not spend it waiting on my couch for an opportunity to land at my feet?
Since I don't have the answer to these questions, I'm seeking out intuitives and exploring different approaches. For the next year, I will follow only their guidance in the hopes that it leads me in a direction that feels aligned with my purpose.
For too long, I've been allowing the pressure of career and societal expectations to cloud my life, and I've forgotten life is meant to be lived, life is meant to be... fun?! Who better to turn to than those who might know what's coming before I do?
1 in 3 Americans will consult a psychic in their lifetime. Intuitives provide the answers that we don’t have but desperately want. It’s the same reason why people, even non-believers, casually check their horoscopes to see what their future holds.
When will I meet my soulmate? When will I finally get my dream job? Is the month of May a good time to buy electronics?!
My generation (the cool, young one…) has felt the burden of a financial crisis, an impossible job market, artisanal sandwiches now cost $17 for some reason, and, like, the world could be ending at any second. I’ve learned to function in survival mode, chronically online, doom-scrolling, rotting from an overload of heavy news. Our brains are cooked! And I know I’m not alone in this feeling.
For anyone feeling stuck or stagnant, this film is a reminder that it's never too late to change course and trust your intuition...or... at least your intuitive guides!
I share the same uncertainty about the future that so many of my friends and peers feel, too. I'm doing this project for all of us, and I'm approaching this year with curiosity and an open mind. This project isn't about proving intuitives right or wrong. I have so much admiration and appreciation for their gifts and only want to use their guidance to discover a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation for my life.
Every contribution goes directly toward manifesting this film into reality! We've designed a lean budget to support our ambitious project during both production and post-production. We are already in production, and with your support, we can complete the film and share it with audiences.
Your pledge will directly go to:
- Supporting our amazing production crew for their time and expertise.
- Securing locations for filming.
- Safely preserving and organizing extensive footage.
- Supporting our post-production crew: editor, sound, color, composer.
- Ensuring that our finished film reaches audiences!
Every PLEDGE moves this project forward.
If you're unable to pledge, there are other ways to help us! SHARE & FOLLOW our Seed&Spark page by hitting the little heart button at the top right of the page, which will help bring us closer to our goal.
Thank you so much for your support. We are so excited to share this project with you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Production
Costs $5,200
This supports our crew, covers locations, and provides meals, ensuring we capture the readings with care and quality.
Equipment Rentals
Costs $1,000
This will cover our gear rentals- you're gonna want to see some of these tarot cards in detail!
Post-Production
Costs $4,800
Help us support our amazing post-production team, who will edit out hours of me saying "um..."
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
DIRECTOR
Katie Wadsworth is a Mexican-American screenwriter based in Los Angeles. She was a staff writer on season two of HBOMax's VELMA, a freelance writer on Hulu's Animaniacs, and has a scripted sports comedy with TogethXr and A Touch More. Previously, she was a writers' assistant on Netflix's Never Have I Ever, The ESPY Awards, and Peacock's A.P. BIO, where she produced and wrote for the official A.P. BIO podcast for NBC. She also worked as an assistant on NBC's Great News, TBS' Drop The Mic, and Facebook's Sorry For Your Loss.
PRODUCER
Rachel is an Emmy-nominated producer, director, and writer, with work that spans across documentary and narrative. She has produced several documentaries that have premiered on Netflix, HBO, Amazon, Apple, and at the Sundance Film Festival. Rachel additionally independently produces film and live comedy, and is a 2026 Film Independent Project Involve Producer Fellow. She most recently produced the narrative short, Max Distance, which world premiered at SXSW 2025. Rachel has brought several comedians’ solo shows to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to much critical acclaim, including nominations and wins at the Comedians’ Choice Awards. She got her start in late night and scripted comedies, cutting her teeth on TV shows such as Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (Netflix), Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (TBS), and Broad City (Comedy Central). She also has produced sold out comedy shows in New York and Los Angeles.
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Ryan Thomas is a Mexican-American cinematographer based in Los Angeles, working across narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. He is a member of the International Cinematographers Guild (IATSE Local 600) and an ASC Vision Mentee under Lex DuPonte, ASC. His recent work includes the dark comedy I Really Love My Husband, directed by GG Hawkins, which premiered at SXSW and was shot on a remote island in Panama under a stripped-down production approach. He recently completed principal photography on the horror feature My Love For You is Deep, but the Devil Loves Me Deeper, shot entirely on MiniDV and slated for festival release later this year. His short-form work has screened at festivals including Sundance, Slamdance, Palm Springs International ShortFest, and Cinequest, with multiple projects selected as Vimeo Staff Picks In the commercial space, Ryan has collaborated with brands and clients including Nickelodeon, the Los Angeles Lakers, Hot Wheels, Comedy Central, Paramount, MTV, Redfin, Jack in the Box, Microsoft, GitHub, Google, and Meta.