Seeking Visionary Support.
Hello, my name is Al Diaz, founder of "Ilumine Ao" meaning illuminate light, international keynote speaker, renowned author of "BEing: The Titus Concept" and "Confirmations", and I am the creative visionary of this inspirational, suspenseful-drama film "BEyond Hope". I serve as a spiritual guide, inspiring thousands with the empowering message of Unconditional Love, to simply shatter that which no longer serves our best and highest good.
WHAT’S THE FILM ALL ABOUT:
BEyond Hope is an inspirational and suspenseful drama film.
Limits are pushed and boundaries are broken when Michelle, a therapist who uses yoga to help treat her patients addressing their painful issues. Michelle also struggles to move on after her own recent personal tragedy. Eventually she meets with an especially troubled young client, tensions escalate and she suddenly finds herself in a dramatic, life threatening situation.
BEyond Hope is a film that is beautiful, inspirational, informative, and life enhancing to motivate viewers to take a leap of faith, and start living life to its fullest.
This project's focus is now at the point of putting all of our available time, energy, and resources on-the-line to ensure BEyond Hope is shown on the big screen.
THIS IS MORE THAN JUST A FILM. IT IS A SHIFT IN AWARENESS:
To know beyond faith and trust "BEyond Hope".
A film that is both thrilling and suspenseful and grounded with emotional resonance.
WHY INDIEGOGO:
This Indiegogo fundraiser is to raise money and complete an inspirational short film for the world to see. Right now we have some amazing footage, and we require additional funds to complete the project. That is why I am here, humbly asking for your contributions.
The costs incurred by making a film are incredible. Many have poured every hour, every dollar, and all the energy they could spare into making this movie happen because they are inspired by the project and feel that many around the world are hungry and ready for hope, truth, love, and encouragement that will be brought forth into people’s lives with this film.
Every dollar raised will enhance the ability of sharing this film with more people in more places, and with the intention to be able to enter more film festivals and work towards marketing and distributing the film in bigger and better ways!
This campaign is to reach a goal of $9,987 to cover the remaining post-production expenses.
Think of what we will be able to accomplish with your help!
WITH YOUR SUPPORT:
All donations will go towards either completing, marketing, or submitting this film to film festivals.
WHERE IS THE MONEY GOING?
Post-production is the final stage before a film is ready to be shown. This includes editing the film together, color correction, audio mastering, adding the music sound track, sound effects... basically making sure that everything looks and sounds really good.
In fact, post-production is where major portion of the work is done to complete a film project like this, including big ticket items that are necessary to bring this film up to broadcast standards.
After all post-production costs are taken care of; the remaining balance will be used to market the film.
WHY DONATE TO THIS PROJECT?
When supporting this film, it is a reflection of your willingness to promote and encourage the awareness of Love and Life in the world today.
IMPACT:
BEyond Hope is extremely important so that people will know that they are not alone and that there are blessings to every change in life big and small. The knowing that we are all loved, and that life offers so much even when we think life has ended.
By helping fund this project, you will be helping us to realize our dream, and directly helping to raise awareness and affecting the collective consciousness. The ultimate goal of this film is to elevate the consciousness of all who view it and to inspire them as well.
In exchange for your contribution, I promise to devote my whole being to delivering BEyond Hope from my Heart and with Love on DVD’s, moivie theaters, and perhaps TV. Together, we will make a difference for our best and highest good.
SOUNDS GOOD, WHAT NOW?
This film is powerful, and we require your support to make it happen! From what you have heard, read, and seen here, follow your inspiration and please go that one step and pledge:
$10, $25, $50, $100, $300, $400, $500, $600, $700, $1,000, or more...
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP:
Creating a viral "buzz" is priceless! Along with (or without) your monetary support, please share our link or post a few comments on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and even text, email, or tell your friends about our project in-person when having one on one, or group conversation. Spreading the word about this remarkable film is another vital part of making this film a reality.
HELP GET THE WORD OUT! Remember, share this film with your family and friends and help us spread the word!
Positive energy and prayer is also appreciated.
Consider joining BEyond Hope – The movie and community group on Facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/BEyondhope/
Please do share this amazing film with the world. We will do it with your support.
GRATITUDE:
We greatly appreciate your support and for everyone's contributions. With your support, this film is possible.
While all donations are appreciated, we have compiled a list of rewards for supporters that contribute select amounts. We will keep donors updated on the progress of our project through Facebook, twitter and our official website.
After our deadline we will start to manufacture and ship all physical merchandise directly to you. The screenings, parties and DVDs etc. can only happen after the film is completed so this will take a bit of time. Bear with us! Any perks associated with cast/crew will be arranged following our campaign’s end date.
Thank you all…
CAST AND CREW:
Director and Producer: Rukiya Ashanti
Producer and Director of Photography: Rich Bella
Screenwriter: Lawrence Hughes Stern
Music Composer: Robert F. Trucios
Producer: Michelle Long
Associate Producer: Kafi Bella
Creative Director and Producer: Al Diaz
Production Support: Shani Momi Odo Wong, Nadia Summers, Jeni Lynn Allen, Annelise O'Doherty
Michelle: Jean Christopher
Alejandro: Al Diaz
Cathy: Amber Goldhammer
Michelle’s mother: Lynn Wiley
Alex: Kai Chandra
Thomas: Michael Carbullido
Kevin: Dalen Spratt
Little boy and his parents: Valeria Ruggieri & Michael Ruggieri
Two paramedics: Javier Lamb & Bamm Ericsen
Chris, Michelle’s brother: Justin Nottingham
Waitress: Michelle Long
