Arthur has given up. He's never found love, he doesn't talk to his mother, he doesn't even pay his phone bill. His life is devoid of meaning, and he has four hours to fix that or he is going to literally explode. YAGTE is a dark comedy about depression, human connection, and spontaneous combustion.
Arthur has given up. He's never found love, he doesn't talk to his mother, he doesn't even pay his phone bill. His life is devoid of meaning, and he has four hours to fix that or he is going to literally explode. YAGTE is a dark comedy about depression, human connection, and spontaneous combustion.
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Mission Statement
Our production is dedicated to inclusive employment and equal pay for equal work. We are committed to having a diverse cast and crew and to tell a story that connects people rather than alienating them.About The Project
The Film
"The life you save may be your own."
- Flannery O'Connor
This story is about finding your own self-worth when it feels like the universe is telling you that you may as well give up. We want to make a film about a man who is forced to grapple with his own apathy and hopelessness in order to save his life. We aim to make something that is both hilarious and heartbreaking, something that you can watch multiple times and take something new away after each viewing. We need films that challenge the status quo and tackles issues so many of us deal with. Using a surreal premise to explore very real themes will hopefully result in both an entertaining ride and a moving, relatable cinematic experience.
Production will be the weekend after the 4th of July in Los Angeles, CA. We want to involve our supporters as much as we can and create a community that uplifts and supports underrepresented voices in front of and behind the camera. We so hope you'll join us.
Incentives
$10
Our undying appreciation.
Making this film would be impossible without the help of our friends, family, and community. Donate $10, and we'll thank you on Facebook and Social Media.
$25
Special Thanks
Ever want to see your name on the big screen? Donate $25 and get a "special thanks" in the credits of the film.
$50
Ask us anything!
Have a question about filmmaking, acting, the business, or anything else? $50 will get you a half-hour phone call with a cast or crew member of your choosing.
Tayler Vee Robinson and Tyler Chase at the premiere for Hulu's FREAKISH
$75
"You Are Going To Explode" pamphlet
Not just any pamphlet...this pamphlet is the one used in the movie to help guide Arthur to find meaning in his life. Maybe it can help you too!
$100
Be in the movie + pamphlet
Join us in L.A. the weekend after the Fourth of July to play a role in the film!
*travel + lodging not included*
Tayler Vee Robinson and Charles Morris acting in GARBAGE
$250
Join us for the premiere!
Come out for the more glamorous part of Hollywood- the premiere! You can use this as a ticket to the L.A. premiere, U.S. premiere, or a screening of your choosing. You will also receive a "special thanks" in the credits.
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GARBAGE premiere, 2017
$500
Join us for the premiere + SWAG
In addition to joining us for the premiere/another screening, you'll also receive a "special thanks," the You Are Going To Explode pamphlet, and a signed copy of the script.
$1,000
Associate Producer
Donate $1,000 or more and you'll be credited as an Associate Producer on the film. You'll also receive a signed copy of the script, the pamphlet, and you can join us on set whenever you like.
Producer Julie Balefsky on set
$5,000
Executive Producer
Become an Executive Producer of the film. Join us for production, post-production, and any premieres or festivals we screen at. This also comes with any of the swag previously mentioned that you so desire (the pamphlet, the signed movie poster, the signed script, etc.). *travel + lodging not included*
$10,000
THE MEANING OF LIFE
We know it...and we'll let you in on the secret for ten grand.
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Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Our undying appreciation.
Making this film would be impossible without the help of our friends, family, and community. Donate $10, and we'll thank you on Facebook and Social Media.
$25
Special Thanks
Ever want to see your name on the big screen? Donate $25 and get a "special thanks" in the credits of the film.
$50
Ask us anything!
Have a question about filmmaking, acting, the business, or anything else? $50 will get you a half-hour phone call with a cast or crew member of your choosing.
Tayler Vee Robinson and Tyler Chase at the premiere for Hulu's FREAKISH
$75
"You Are Going To Explode" pamphlet
Not just any pamphlet...this pamphlet is the one used in the movie to help guide Arthur to find meaning in his life. Maybe it can help you too!
$100
Be in the movie + pamphlet
Join us in L.A. the weekend after the Fourth of July to play a role in the film!
*travel + lodging not included*
Tayler Vee Robinson and Charles Morris acting in GARBAGE
$250
Join us for the premiere!
Come out for the more glamorous part of Hollywood- the premiere! You can use this as a ticket to the L.A. premiere, U.S. premiere, or a screening of your choosing. You will also receive a "special thanks" in the credits.
GARBAGE premiere, 2017
$500
Join us for the premiere + SWAG
In addition to joining us for the premiere/another screening, you'll also receive a "special thanks," the You Are Going To Explode pamphlet, and a signed copy of the script.
$1,000
Associate Producer
Donate $1,000 or more and you'll be credited as an Associate Producer on the film. You'll also receive a signed copy of the script, the pamphlet, and you can join us on set whenever you like.
Producer Julie Balefsky on set
$5,000
Executive Producer
Become an Executive Producer of the film. Join us for production, post-production, and any premieres or festivals we screen at. This also comes with any of the swag previously mentioned that you so desire (the pamphlet, the signed movie poster, the signed script, etc.). *travel + lodging not included*
$10,000
THE MEANING OF LIFE
We know it...and we'll let you in on the secret for ten grand.
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Current Team
About This Team
TAYLER VEE ROBINSON: Director, Producer. Tayler was born in Hawaii, raised in Illinois, and attended New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. She’s best-known for her first short film GARBAGE, which she directed, co-wrote and starred in. In 2017, GARBAGE was an official selection at NewFilmmakers LA, Defy Film Festival, and Kansas City LGBT Film Festival. The film has been featured as a critic’s pick on NoBudge.com, Film School Rejects, Splitsider, Film Shortage, NewNowNext, and was awarded a "Spirit of NoBudge Award" for 2017. Tayler currently resides in Silverlake with her dog, Sam. She's represented by Management 360.
TYLER CHASE: Lead Actor, Producer. Best known for his portrayal of the troubled hacker Barrett in Hulu's Freakish, actor and music producer Tyler Chase is also known for his recurring role as Ben on AMC's The Walking Dead. He also appears in the History Channel's Six and most recently played Simon Spier's boneheaded bully in Love, Simon. Raised in the Carolina mountains and based in Los Angeles, Tyler has done sound design work for clients such as MTV and Elastic.tv, and produces his own electronic music under the moniker Cryptex.
CHARLES MORRIS: Writer, Producer. Charles is a writer from the Bay Area who hates mayonnaise and is getting his MFA in Screenwriting from USC.
ALYSSA BROCATO: Director of Photography: Alyssa is a cinematographer passionate about collaboration and storytelling. Based between Los Angeles and New York, she recently garnered a Best Cinematography nomination for the HistoryHers series TWENTYFIVEISH (2017), and continues to work across the US and internationally on narrative, commercial, and documentary projects. YOU ARE GOING TO EXPLODE! marks her second collaboration with director Tayler Vee Robinson, after 2018’s GARBAGE received critical acclaim at NewFilmmakers LA, Defy Film Festival, and Kansas City LGBT Film Festival.
NATALIE FALT: Production Designer. Natalie is a production designer, director, and founder of WOMEN AND FILM which is a free community and resource dedicated to female-driven film and content based in Los Angeles.
JULIE BALEFSKY: Producer. Julie is a film producer based in New York. Most recently, she co-produced Chandler, a short film written/directed by Julia Kennelly, which premiered at the Atlanta Film Festival. Julie was also a producer on Garbage, a short film directed by Tayler Robinson, who will also direct Explode! In her spare time, she enjoys extravagant muffins, long walks on the high line and pretending she's in an episode of Girls.
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