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BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

A short, gritty drama/thriller about domestic violence and one woman's fight to survive it.

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BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - A FILM BY ALEX BOJIC AGUILAR

A short, gritty drama/thriller about domestic violence and one woman's fight to survive it.

A short, gritty drama/thriller about domestic violence and one woman's fight to survive it.

A short, gritty drama/thriller about domestic violence and one woman's fight to survive it.

A short, gritty drama/thriller about domestic violence and one woman's fight to survive it.

Alexander Bojic - Aguilar
Alexander Bojic - Aguilar
Alexander Bojic - Aguilar
Alexander Bojic - Aguilar
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London, United Kingdom
$1,847 USD $1,847 USD by 20 backers
$1,847 USD by 20 backers on Mar 3, 2020

 

The Story

Based on true events, Behind Closed Doors tells the story of Sarah; a woman trapped in a violent and abusive relationship with her husband, Michael. 

After her abusive husband attacks her and threatens to kill her, Sarah must seek help in escaping the dangerous relationship she is in before it's too late. 

The film will be an intimate look into the experiences and emotions of a victim of domestic violence. Not only will the story portray the dangers and damage that domestic violence can cause both physically and emotionally, but it will also identify the issues victims face when trying to leave these tragic situations.  

The story also touches upon substance abuse and drug addiction, highlighting the effects they can have not only on the user but also on those around them. 

There are some very intense, powerful and heartbreaking moments in this story that we feel must be shared with everyone in order to promote the messages of our film.

 

The Background

In 2018, it was reported that 4.2% of men and 7.9% of women in the UK are victims of domestic abuse. This equates to about 685,000 male victims and 1,300,000 female victims (unreported abuse could mean the actual figures are likely to be much higher). Unfortunately, if unreported, domestic abuse can develop very quickly into domestic violence.

It is increasingly worrying that, even though 16% of violent crimes occur in the home, domestic violence is the least likely crime to be reported to the authorities. Sometimes the fear of repercussions or even the hope that their abuser might change their behavior is enough for a victim to not report their situation. Many victims, specifically female, will experience extra barriers when it comes to reporting the abuse and receiving help, in many cases, if they have children with their abuser, marital commitments and/or they are reliant on their abuser for money.

This is one of the reasons why, on average, 2 women are murdered every week due to domestic violence. 

This terrifying statistic, along with all the issues surrounding domestic abuse, became the driving force when it came to writing and piecing together this film. We were also fortunate enough to personally speak to former victims of domestic abuse who were generous enough to share their experiences with us. The knowledge we gained from hearing these stories, which covered not only the realities of living with domestic abuse but also the challenges one must face during the recovery process, have played a huge part in the creation of this film.

We, as a production, have tried to approach this subject matter with emotional sensitivity, conscious of all the complexities and forces that are at play in an abusive relationship, in order to ensure a sense of intimacy and truthfulness to the film.  As filmmakers, we understand our responsibility to identify and challenge the issues that lie in our society with morality and meaningfulness; especially when discussing an issue with such concealed prevalence as domestic abuse.

 

The Impact

  • We hope our film can act as a voice for former and current victims of domestic abuse everywhere; a voice for those who, too often, are forced into silence.
  • We aim to spread awareness of the dangers regarding domestic abuse as well as presenting the options victims have when it comes to seeking help.
  • We intend to touch on the current issue residing in the legal system that can make a victim's severance from their abuser more difficult than it needs to be.
  • We wish to inspire young people, as they begin to form and discover the joys of relationships, to realise their self worth and help them identify what love should and shouldn't look like. 

Moreover, 50% of all the donations we receive after we reach our target, as well as any potential profits generated from the release of our film, will go to Women's Aid; a brilliant organisation that provides life-saving services to victims and survivors of domestic violence as well actively campaigning for a world where domestic violence will not be tolerated. 

 

The Writer/Director

Alex is an aspiring director, currently living and studying in London.  His introduction to the role came through a music video he directed in 2018, followed by a short comedy called 'EGG' which was shot in 2019 and is currently in post-production. Fascinated by people and relationships, Alex loves writing and directing films that portray his characters in a personal, deeply human manner; displaying and celebrating the unique characteristics and imperfections that his characters possess to reflect and relate to how we as, people in a society, behave and interact on an intimate level.  

Alex has worked in many different roles while honing his skills as a director (camera assistant, production assistant, cinematographer and editor just to name a few), learning as much as he can about every department involved in making a film and understand what all these roles entail so that, when it comes to directing his films, he has a deep respect and appreciation for all members of his crew.  

Behind Closed Doors is set to be his most intricate and mature work to date, using all the skills he has developed over the course of his career to create a raw and emotional look into the life of someone recovering from years of domestic abuse and violence. 

"This project has been a long time coming. I remember tearing my hair out over the summer while trying to write this film; it was one of the hardest things I've ever done. I was fortunate enough to speak to some survivors of domestic violence before embarking on this script and I wouldn't have the film I do without them. These women have not only become personal heroes of mine, but also a collective inspiration for my main character, Sarah. I was humbled and inspired by all the stories and experiences that were shared so generously with me by these incredible people. Directing is an amazing experience, one that I am so grateful for, and I cannot wait to direct this one. I want to dedicate Behind Closed Doors to all the victims and survivors of domestic abuse around the world; it is clear that attitudes need to change and I believe that cinema is the best tool for inciting this change."

 

What We Need & What You Get

Film is an expensive form of storytelling; there is more that goes into making one than many people are aware of. Because of this, the production has tried to be mindful of the budget throughout pre-production; trying to be cost effective without letting it infringe too much on the storytelling and creative process. With this in mind, here is a breakdown of what your generous donations will be put towards:

  • Securing great locations that will help tell the story and reinforce the intended vision for the film.
  • Casting and paying our actors, as well as securing talent of a certain caliber (with a demanding script that tackles serious themes, a strong cast is paramount).
  • Feeding the cast and crew - As much as we would love to, none of the crew members will be paid a rate for helping to make this film due to the scale of production, so the least we can do is provide everyone with plenty of hot food and beverages (full bellies = happy cast and crew!)
  • Industry-level equipment is essential for a film to look professional and for the production to run smoothly. We will hire as much as we can free of charge through a university rental scheme, however, most of the equipment will need to be sourced externally.
  • Transport - maybe in the future, production companies will be able to teleport all their cast, crew, props and equipment to their locations, however, while teleportation eludes us, we will have to pay for kit transportation and cover the crew's travel expenses.
  • Sourcing props and decorating/designing the sets and locations - Set design is going to play a crucial part in developing the characters in the story and communicating them to the audience. A lot of time and research has gone into designing the sets and locations with meticulous detail.
  • Legalities - shooting permits, insurances, rights to music are all necessary fees that must be paid to protect the film, the crew and the public.  
  • Distribution - even though many film festivals do not charge for submissions, many of the prestigious organisations do and the budget will help cover these costs.
  • You will be investing in the future career prospects of a group of young, hardworking and eager filmmakers who all have something to say and bring to cinema.
  • You will be helping promote awareness and clarity to the issues surrounding domestic abuse and recovery from it; exercising solidarity, for former and current victims, to reduce the number of domestic abuse cases and to provide better care and pathways for those recovering.
  • As stated earlier, all profits made from the film's release and 50% of excess donations will be sent to Women's Aid.

 

PERKS

Any donation, no matter how big or small, will be greatly appreciated. However, for you big spenders out there, we have some perks involved so that we give something back to those who make a significant donation! Here's what you can get:

BRONZE PACKAGE: £50

  • A 'special thanks' credit at the end of the film. 
  • A digital copy of the film's poster.
  • A digital copy of the film sent to you personally.

 

SILVER PACKAGE: £75 

  • A 'special thanks' credit at the end of the film.
  • A printed poster signed by all the cast and crew with a personal thank you from the director.
  • A digital copy of the film sent to you personally. 

 

GOLD PACKAGE: £120

  • A 'special thanks' credit at the end of the film.
  • A printed poster signed by the cast and crew with a personal thank you from the director.
  •  A digital copy of the film sent to you personally.
  • A formal invite to come on set for a day and watch the magic happen!

 

EXECUTIVE PACKAGE: £160+

  • An 'Executive Producer' credit.
  • framed  poster signed by the cast and crew with a personal thank you from the director.
  • A formal invite to spend the day on set and watch your investment come to life!

 

 

Other Ways You Can Help

Don't worry if you cannot donate, we understand! However, if you are interested in the project there are ways you can help. Sharing this project with family and friends will greatly help our chances of reaching our target as the project will receive a greater exposure and, hopefully, more donations! 

THANK YOU FOR READING AND DONATING!

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BRONZE PACKAGE

Currency Conversion $62 USD
£50 GBP
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Included Items
  • A 'special thanks' credit
  • A digital poster of the film
  • A digital copy of the film
Estimated Shipping
August 2020
5 claimed

SILVER PACKAGE

Currency Conversion $92 USD
£75 GBP
.
Included Items
  • A 'special thanks' credit
  • A digital copy of the film
  • Printed poster signed by crew
Estimated Shipping
August 2020
0 claimed
Ships to United Kingdom

GOLD PACKAGE

Currency Conversion $148 USD
£120 GBP
Along with all the other perks, you will receive an invitation to visit the set for a day during production. This will most likely take place during April 2020. If you cannot make it please inform the production via the email: alexba@hotmail.co.uk
Included Items
  • A 'special thanks' credit
  • A digital copy of the film
  • Printed poster signed by crew
  • Invitation to visit the set
Estimated Shipping
August 2020
1 claimed
Ships to United Kingdom

EXECUTIVE PACKAGE

Currency Conversion $197 USD
£160 GBP
.Along with all the other perks, you will receive an invitation to visit the set for a day during production. This will most likely take place during April 2020. If you cannot make it please inform the production via the email: alexba@hotmail.co.uk
Included Items
  • A digital copy of the film
  • Invitation to visit the set
  • An 'Executive Producer' Credit
  • A framed poster signed by crew
Estimated Shipping
August 2020
5 claimed
Ships to United Kingdom

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