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CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

Cheekie: A Child Out of the Desire

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CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

CHEEKIE: A CHILD OUT OF THE DESIRE

Cheekie: A Child Out of the Desire

Cheekie: A Child Out of the Desire

Cheekie: A Child Out of the Desire

Cheekie: A Child Out of the Desire

J. Marie
J. Marie
J. Marie
J. Marie
1 Campaign |
New Orleans, United States
$2,924 USD 32 backers
5% of $50,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Welcome to Cheekie: A Child out of the Desire

IT’S NOT JUST A MOVIE…IT’S A MOVEMENT! We are very passionate about making this film! The journey began with a book that was released in 1998. Cheekie: A Child Out of The Desire tells the inspirational story of a 10-year-old boy nicknamed “Cheekie” who grows up in the 9th ward of New Orleans, in The Desire, one of the city’s most impoverished, crime-ridden housing projects. The book received critical acclaim and was endorsed by the late, Dr. Maya Angelou.


We have a few investors who’ve expressed interest in our film but they expect us to show that there is an audience for the film by fundraising several thousand dollars before they make an investment. We think that’s a fair proposition. If you’re reading this, you’re our audience. That means we need your involvement! IF WE CAN RAISE THE FULL $50,000, THE AMOUNT WILL BE MATCHED AND MORE THAN DOUBLED BY INVESTORS!

The members of our dedicated team have been working on the film for nearly a year without any pay because they believe deeply in the story and mission of the project. If we can wow the investors, we can get the money we need to make this powerful film.


Back in 1998, we were told that black dramas won’t sell in Hollywood. We were told that Hollywood would never make a movie with a predominately black cast around an issue of child sexual abuse and domestic violence. However, movies like Diary of a Mad Black Woman and Precious have since scored big at the box office.

So, here we are in 2015 with a great script and a stellar director who has over 40 years of experience in Hollywood. Willie D. Burton has worked on movies like The Color Purple, Shawshank Redemption, The Pursuit of Happyness, and Selma, to name a few. We also have top producers out of Atlanta and we are partnering on this project with the Enough Abuse Campaign, a multi-state child sexual abuse prevention initiative, and Men Stopping Violence, a national domestic violence prevention program. Both will help Cheekie supporters take prevention actions to address these problems in their homes and communities. Watch for details soon.



39% Production: That means for the crew, cameras, sound equipment, lighting, travel and catering.

19% Funder Perks: That means packaging and shipping of the fun perks that you get for contributing to the campaign!

27% Pre-Production: That means running the production office, legal fees, talent contracts

5% goes to Indiegogo: That means fees, PayPal and banking fees.

10% TO OUR NONPROFIT PARTNERS: And, most importantly, we would like to donate money to help the organizations below who are helping to save lives everyday!

Enough Abuse:  www.enoughabuse.org    

Men Stopping Violence: www.menstoppingviolence.org 


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EVEN IF YOU CAN'T GIVE YOU CAN STILL SPREAD THE WORD! 

SHARE on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, and EMAIL using the tools on the left.


The Cheekie team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for joining the movement and supporting the film and our partners. We are one step closer to making a powerful and inspiring movie with your help and generous support.

We're on this journey together. There’s no looking back!




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Thank You!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to support this project! You have made a statement to the world about something that is important to you and your voice will be heard!
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Social Media Shoutout!

$5 USD
Get a shoutout from the Cheekie film team on Twitter. We appreciate your belief in us...and we'd like to tell the world about it!
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Cheekie Digital Wallpaper

$10 USD
You will receive a limited edition Cheekie digital wallpaper image of the cast in appreciation for your donation.
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Digital Movie Download

$25 USD
You will receive a digital download of "Cheekie" the movie to watch and share with your friends and family. And you can say "I made this movie happen!"
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Ltd. Edition T-Shirt

$100 USD
Wear your Limited Edition Cheekie T-shirt with pride and know that you have helped an important cause as well as a Cheekie Mug
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Autographed Book

$150 USD
All of the above plus a special limited edition autographed copy of the book!
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Signed Screenplay

$500 USD
Get a physical copy of the screenplay signed by celebrity cast plus all the above perks!
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Film Phone Call

$1,000 USD
All of the above and a personal phone call from our Oscar-winning director Willie D. Burton! Get the scoop on the ins and outs of working in Hollywood and learn more about the process of filmmaking! * Full name and phone number required
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VIP Red Carpet Premiere

$1,500 USD
2 VIP tickets to your choice of the Los Angeles, New Orleans, or Atlanta red carpet premiere and after party! Meet members of the cast and crew and rub shoulders with film industry elites! Travel accommodations not included.
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Be in the film!

$3,000 USD
Become a "featured extra" in Cheekie the movie! You'll get a chance to meet the director and have lunch with the cast. This plus previous perks.
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Night On the Town

$5,000 USD
Experience royal treatment with Oscar Winner Willie D. Burton by being picked up by a limo at the Staples Center, ride and have dinner @ LA Live and go to a Clippers Game with Willie D. Burton.
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Act In the Film

$10,000 USD
Are you ready for a day of fame? You will get a role in the film and receive IMDB credits. When the movie is released you will receive 2 tickets to the red carpet premiere plus all of the above perks.
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Executive Producer

$25,000 USD
Credit as an Executive Producer! Flight and Hotel compensated for a week while shooting plus all of the above perks!
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