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2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

Help fund this provocative feature-length documentary about what has become the most divisive issue in America.

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2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

2nd Amendment: A Culture Disarmed

Help fund this provocative feature-length documentary about what has become the most divisive issue in America.

Help fund this provocative feature-length documentary about what has become the most divisive issue in America.

Help fund this provocative feature-length documentary about what has become the most divisive issue in America.

Help fund this provocative feature-length documentary about what has become the most divisive issue in America.

Courtney Kistler
Courtney Kistler
Courtney Kistler
Courtney Kistler
3 Campaigns |
New York, United States
$70 USD 2 backers
1% of $6,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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SUMMARY

On April 15th, James Dann and his crew will hit the East Coast to film an extended preview for his feature-length film, 2nd Amendment.

2nd Amendment is a cinematic journey uncovering the reasons for and psychology behind individuals’ and families’ justifications for keeping and bearing guns.

We are raising funds to cover the production and post-production costs. This 10-min short -- which expresses the essence of the film, production strategy, and unique method of storytelling for a one-hour feature film -- is essential for our garnering funds from financiers and grant donors.
Please support us so we can make this important documentary happen and distribute it in time for the midterm elections.

Second amendment rights is turning into the single most divisive issue in 2013 and into the midterm election season of 2014, not just among politicians and lobbyists but within individual communities – urban and rural, industrial and agricultural, conservative and progressive.

  • What makes ordinary Americans feel the need to own guns?
  • Is there a darker, more un-investigated motivation at work?
  • What drives the paranoia?

Beyond the politics, beyond the media hype and beyond the surface lies the subjective mind of the individual.  We see an unprecedented turning point in America happening – and an opportunity to document it in a way no one has before.

WHAT WE NEED & WHAT YOU GET

We are aiming to reach $6,000 in order to cover production and post production of the promo (10-minute short):

Your money will go towards:

  • Research: both in the UK and in the USA. We are offering small stipends; in addition, some of the information we need is at cost.
  • Archive footage: we have a couple TV news clips we'd like to use and can get -- but they are not free!
  • Car rental: we are driving from NYC>Philadelphia>Washington, DC>Baltimore>NYC.  That's a lot of gas!
  • Provisions: our producers need to survive on more than determination.
  • Editing: this is a much needed talent cost. We have an editor who's cutting us a great break!
  • Publicity and promotion: we have a targeted ad campaign utilizing social media that will generate buzz for the feature production as well as user-generated content

Some incentives in return for your support:

  • $100+: our name will appear in the credits; free DVD copy
  • $1,000+: you will be listed as an Associate Producer
  • $3,000+: you're our lifesaver and will be listed as a Producer

All donors will be credited online (Facebook, website).

CURRENT NON-FINANCIAL BACKING

Feel free to explain more about your campaign and let people know how the difference their contribution will make:

  • Explain why your project is valuable to the contributor and to the world.
  • Point out your successful track record with projects like this (if you have one).
  • Make it real for people and build trust.

Contact us at 2ndAmendmentFilm@gmail.com if you want to learn more and view a complete proposal – including budget, timeline, and potential distribution – and a letter of interest from Sideways Films. We would also welcome the opportunity to tell potential funders about the specific people and places we've already secured for the film.

Please check out our pitch video here: http://vimeo.com/57890006
Visit 2nd Amendment on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/2ndAmendmentFilm

OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP

If you're unable to contribute, there are many ways you can make this film happen.

  • Share the project on Facebook, blog about it, tweet about it, etc.
  • Ask friends and family to get the word out by telling others about this project.
  • Email us with stories and ideas you think we must have a look at. We are always open to ideas and hope to cover as much ground as possible once we begin the feature.

MEET THE TEAM

James Dann, Executive Producer

Richard Morel, Executive Producer

Courtney Kistler, Associate Producer

David DiLillo, Editing

James McEvitt, Sound

Thomas Blount, Lighting

Research: Elizabeth Ansell, Thomas Blount, David DiLillo, Ellena Kim, Michelle Skinner, Jim Turner

Nick Norton-Smith, Composer, UK | http://nortonsmith.com | http://www.imdb.me/nicknortonsmith

TJ Smith, New Mexico Researcher / Fundraising

 

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A Cup o' Joe

$50 USD
Thank you for this! You've allowed us to have a few late night coffees and snacks, which is very appreciated. You get a thank you on the credits too.
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Keeping Us On the Road

$200 USD
You've helped us drive an extra 75 miles, covering more exciting locations and fascinating people. You get a credit mention, and a copy of the DVD.
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Travel and Snacks!

$500 USD
Brilliant! This is exactly the amount we need for James and Richard to travel and subsist for the 10-day promo shoot! You get the DVD and a listing in credits.
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Associate Producer

$1,000 USD
WOW. I mean, wow. You've given us good chunk of the money we need. You get the DVD, plus listing as Associate Producer in credits and on the website. Way 2 go!
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Producer

$3,000 USD
You've helped us lock in all our post-production! We're on our way, and we couldn't be more thankful for your support. You get the DVD, plus listing as Producer in the credits, on the DVD box, and on the website.
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