So here we are...
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Stephen Colletti and James Lafferty. Friends, colleagues and now collaborators. Some of you may know us from our time on "One Tree Hill", some of you may know us personally, and many of you probably don't know us at all. Regardless, we're here to introduce you to a project near and dear to our hearts.
"Everyone is Doing Great" is an episodic comedy project we’ve lived and breathed for the last year of our lives. It’s a story formed partly from circumstances we’re familiar with, but primarily a fiction following friends dealing with life’s unexpected challenges.
If you think it’s worth your contribution, small or large, you’ll be satisfying the budget for 5 more 30-40 minute episodes of “Everyone is Doing Great.” That’ll make our first season 6 total episodes. The first season scripts are all written and we’re ready to pounce into production as soon as we have the funds. Over the next 45 days, you have the ability to bring this pilot several steps closer to becoming a full season of comedy television.
What's in it for you?
Now for the fun part. We’ve put a lot of thought into what we can offer our backers a.k.a., our Heroes. We think many of the campaigns that forged a path before us had some great ideas, so you’ll see a few familiar incentives. We also sprinkled in a few things we think are fun and original, but we’ll let you be the judge of that.
We’re grateful for every cent put forward and are looking forward to expressing that gratitude through these incentives and more!
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Shooting the pilot episode of 'Everyone is Doing Great'. Stephen Colletti (Writer/Actor) touching the monitor after Johnny Derango (D.P./E.P.) told him to keep his greasy-ass fingers off it -- for the millionth time. Ian and Eshom Nelms (E.P.s) look on in bewilderment.
Why are we crowdfunding?
In an ever-changing landscape of Film and TV, more and more people are taking matters into their own hands and seeing incredible results. We're constantly inspired by filmmakers who fiercely protect their creative integrity. Crowdfunding our budget allows us to do exactly that. We want to remind creatives and audiences alike that there's always interest — and room — for great content. Here you will not only support “Everyone is Doing Great,” you will also be showing your belief in independent television.
We’re grateful to take this route because it gives us more creative freedom and the ability to take you on the journey with us — every step of the way. Our incentives will provide you with updates and opportunities to put your own stamp on the series!
Where does the money go?
We have a small, but incredibly talented and proficient team of independent filmmakers — a team that’s worked together on multiple projects over the years — actors, producers, cinematographers, sound mixers and set designers who have spent a decade carving out an efficient and effective system to create peak production value on a modest budget.
If you care to see for yourself, check out LOST ON PURPOSE on iTunes; WAFFLE STREET on Netflix; or perhaps SMALL TOWN CRIME, also on Netflix now, which just enjoyed a theatrical run. All of them are brought to you by our creative team, including Writer/Producer/Director duo Ian and Eshom Nelms, Cinematographer/Producer Johnny Derango and Actress/Producer Michelle Lang — all of whom serve as Executive Producers on “EDG.” Any one of these projects should assure you that the season of “EDG" we create will be completely consistent in quality. You can count on that.
Since we already completed the pilot on our own, these funds will pay for the production of 5 additional episodes to make a total of one complete 6 episode season. Our efforts to help minimize production costs will include using several locations we personally own, shooting all episodes on one schedule to save time, and taking nominal pay rates relative to industry standards.
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Johnny Derango and Eshom Nelms wonder how they got here as James Lafferty (Actor/Director) encourages them to violate safety regulations by illegally crossing the street. Again.
But no matter how cost-effective we are, there will be expenses. Our shoot will last around two months and with a cast and crew of around 15-25 people, it will take significant funds to compensate these warriors fairly. There will also be insurance to buy, food for the crew, cameras to rent, lenses to rent, lights to rent, music licensing and all post-production costs (editing, sound mixing, color grading) amongst a truckload of other line items. Oh and that reminds us, we'll need to rent a truck as well.
All things considered, the number we’ve set for this campaign allows us to make a season of "Everyone is Doing Great" for the very least amount of money possible. Down to the last woman and man, we are a filmmaking team dedicated to the passion and love for storytelling first.
Want to see the pilot?
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As we mentioned in our video, the "Everyone is Doing Great" pilot is screening at film and television festivals around the world this year. Check out "Everyone is Doing Great" on the EDG social media accounts - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter - for updates on our festival tour. Come check out the show, mingle with our creative team, and let us know what you think.
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Shooting the pilot's opening sequence. James Lafferty does his best impression of a featherless chicken moments before Director of Photography Johnny Derango insists he's not getting paid enough to tolerate this behavior.
The 'EDG' Creative Team
James Lafferty (Role of Jeremy Davis) – Producer, Director, Writer, Actor
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James Lafferty most recently starred opposite Octavia Spencer and John Hawkes in the film Small Town Crime. In conjunction with starring in the CW series One Tree Hill for nine seasons, Lafferty also directed several episodes of the show. Since then, he’s recurred on NBC’s Crisis alongside Dermot Mulroney and WGN’s Underground starring Jurnee Smollett-Bell and Christopher Meloni. His recent film credits also include the hit Blumhouse horror Oculus and the comedy Waffle Street alongside Danny Glover. Last fall, he returned as a director to the E! Network’s The Royals. Lafferty continues to develop projects as both writer and director.
Stephen Colletti (Role of Seth Stewart) – Producer, Writer, Actor
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Stephen Colletti made his film debut in Normal Adolescent Behavior, starring Amber Tamblyn, Ashton Holmes, and Kelli Garner. That same year, Colletti began recurring on the CW’s One Tree Hill where he appeared for six seasons and became a series regular. From 2014-'16, Colletti recurred on VH1's, Hit The Floor. Most recently, Colletti can be seen in the film comedy, Frat Pack, from Lionsgate. Colletti has also been drawn to the other side of the camera, developing projects as a writer and producer in both film and television. This year, Colletti sold a feature he wrote and produced with Jonathan Dillon (director/writer/producer) and Brian Kong (producer) to NBC Universal where they are further developing the film together.
The Nelms Brothers, Executive Producers
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Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms are award-winning filmmakers who previously directed James Lafferty in three feature films including Lost on Purpose (2013), Waffle Street (2015), and the critically-acclaimed Small Town Crime (2018) all of which they also wrote. The Nelms Brothers executive produced “Everyone is Doing Great” under their Folly Films production banner.
Michelle Lang, Executive Producer
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Founder of RBL (Relaxation Based Lifestyle), Michelle Lang is a world class swim instructor, certified Reiki practitioner, black belt martial artist and filmmaker. Her upcoming book, “A Mermaid’s Guide,” is a detail oriented visual guide for parents to empower their children in and out of the water. Michelle previously produced and starred in Lafferty’s film, Lost on Purpose (2013), and she serves as an executive producer on “EDG” in which she also has a cameo.
Johnny Derango, Executive Producer + Director of Photography
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In 2018, Johnny was featured by the entertainment industry’s prestigious American Cinematographer Magazine on their coveted annual list of The Top 12 Cinematographers from across the globe to watch out for. Johnny, who previously produced Lafferty’s film, Lost on Purpose (2013), is an executive producer on “EDG.” He also served as Director of Photography on both films.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...
How are you?
We're doing great, thanks. How are you?
When will I get my perk?
All perks, whether they require mail delivery or not, will be fulfilled by December, 2018, unless otherwise specified in the perk details.
What if my address changes?
Please notify us via Indiegogo if there are any changes to your shipping information and we’ll do our best to get your delivery to your new address.
How do I choose my shirt size?
We will contact you post-campaign to collect your sizing information.
How do I change or upgrade my perk?
Indiegogo does not offer options to change or upgrade your perk through the site, but if you contact us directly, we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
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A moment from the pilot episode of 'Everyone is Doing Great'. Seth Stewart (Left) and Jeremy Davis (Right).
Can I claim more than one perk?
Absolutely. Each Indiegogo contribution is recorded individually, as a separate transaction. If you feel like showing your support multiple times, fire away!
What if the perk I want is sold out?
Although it may be possible that we add more stock of a sold-out perk, we’ll be doing so at our discretion. If the perk you want is sold-out, keep checking back to see what new perks we’ll be rolling out as the campaign progresses, there just might be something else that catches your eye!
Why was my contribution unsuccessful?
See Indiegogo’s list of common contribution errors.... https://support.indiegogo.com/hc/en-us/articles/526846-Common-Contribution-Errors to troubleshoot the problem. If you’re still having trouble, get in touch with our campaign directly and we’ll see if we can help.
In what currency is the campaign raising money?
Bitcoin.
Just kidding. We’ll be raising funds is USD.
What if I see an error on the page?
Get in touch and let us know! Feedback from our backers is as important to us as feedback from an audience. We want our campaign to run as smoothly as possible and your help in that regard is valued.
How will my contact information be used?
Your contact information will ONLY be used to communicate with you regarding your perk options and delivery, keep you informed of our show's progress and answer any questions you may have.
How long will it take for the campaign to answer my question?
If you’ve submitted a question, rest assured we’re working hard to get you an answer as soon as possible. We do ask for your patience on the matter, as we’re likely to be receiving hundreds of emails throughout the duration of the campaign, but rest assured, you will be heard!
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Seth Stewart, Jeremy Davis and Andrea Cooper-Davis's smash vampire drama 'Eternal'. While some consider season two to be "the best season", that distinction continues to be widely and fervently debated.
