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Cuddle Party

Help a hurting couple snuggle it out! Starring Yvette Nicole Brown, Rob Huebel & Michaela Watkins!

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Cuddle Party

Cuddle Party

Cuddle Party

Cuddle Party

Cuddle Party

Help a hurting couple snuggle it out! Starring Yvette Nicole Brown, Rob Huebel & Michaela Watkins!

Help a hurting couple snuggle it out! Starring Yvette Nicole Brown, Rob Huebel & Michaela Watkins!

Help a hurting couple snuggle it out! Starring Yvette Nicole Brown, Rob Huebel & Michaela Watkins!

Help a hurting couple snuggle it out! Starring Yvette Nicole Brown, Rob Huebel & Michaela Watkins!

Matthew Irving Epstein
Matthew Irving Epstein
Matthew Irving Epstein
Matthew Irving Epstein
2 Campaigns |
Los Angeles, United States
$18,375 USD 165 backers
52% of $35,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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CUDDLE PARTY IS FULLY FUNDED!

Thanks to Indiegogo and a number of generous private investors, Cuddle Party is officially green-lit! Thank you so much to everyone who participated. Through your support, we actually managed to exceed our goal. We cannot wait to show the finished product! 


Cuddle Party is a dark comedy about Jane and Drew, a couple who have been married for years and have recently hit a rough patch. While they have tried working out their issues with traditional therapy, nothing has helped. Ultimately the couple is referred to a cuddle party, an intimacy workshop where they attempt to rediscover their bond through the act of cuddling. However, their toxic attitude toward each other and anyone who wants to help them makes Jane and Drew the worst candidates for this type of "alternative" healing. We don't want to spoil the climax, but the whole situation spins out of control, deeply effecting the party's leader and other attendees. 

At the core of the story is the relationship of these two lost people, a theme universal to all. We all know that "marriages take work," and Jane & Drew's work has gone into overtime. You'll be rooting for them as we witness them struggle and snuggle to get in touch with their feelings. 

We think this film is important to make because it explores a unique subculture that might otherwise not be explored. Cuddle parties are popping up across the nation and for good reason. With all of our electronic devices and our "busy" lifestyles, we've lost touch. Human touch. But cuddle party leaders are bringing folks together to restore intimacy and good vibes. Our hope is to create a film that makes you laugh, but also reminds us all to love a little harder.

With your help, we can achieve so much with this film. Not only do we promise you quality laughs, but we will also expose a subculture that has helped many people. Most of us are no strangers to bickering and egoism, so seeing two characters with clouds over their heads walk into a room of great lightness will be a true delight. Lastly, your contribution will be supporting a truly incredible team of filmmakers, from budding artists to established, award-winning creators. We truly believe this is a team you'll want to get behind.

Why did we choose Indiegogo?

We chose Indiegogo in the spirit of sharing and caring. Having you all involved at the launch of this project brings such a great feeling of support and also inherently guidance. You are our audience and our moral supporters; our big spoons. We'll have you with us as we take this journey of filmmaking. Okay, enough with the corny stuff. But really, each contribution is deeply felt. And please know how much we respect these bonds. Crowdfunding and Indiegogo just makes sense!

Where's the money going?

Making a film project of this magnitude is expensive. We promise your contribution will go towards just the essentials of our production. Here is a breakdown of how we will spend the money we earn from the campaign:


What do contributors get?

Here is just a sampling of the many perks and packages we our offering...

The T-shirts

Pick your favorite from our unisex, super premium soft tees! Included at the $50, $75, $300 and select higher contribution levels!


The Boyfriend / Girlfriend Pillows

For those lonely nights (or days), we present you with the Boyfriend / Girlfriend pillow series! It's just like the real thing, but complains less. Take it anywhere and you never have to feed it! Put it in your car for easy access to the carpool lane! The opportunities are endless. Get yours today while supplies last! Made from 100% sophisticated Japanese engineering! Get it now at the $300 contribution level!


Cuddle Sanctuary Tickets

Exclusively at our $25 contribution level! Cuddle Sanctuary is a place to unwind, take time for yourself and feel good. Like a spa experience for your spirit. All genders, orientations, individuals, groups and couples are welcome.

Jean Franzblau (pictured above), facilitator of Cuddle Sanctuary, where people come to chill out in a welcoming environment so they can give and receive cuddling and feel connected to themselves and each other.

The Cuddle Sanctuary workshop is a guided social experience that includes a welcome circle, easy relaxation activities, communication exercises and a description of cuddle etiquette. The event culminates in a voluntary "cuddle lab." Touch is always consensual and never a requirement to participate.

Cuddle Sanctuary is getting national attention! Here is their featured pieces on Fusion TV and The Insider.


Other Ways You Can Help

We understand some people can't contribute, but that doesn't mean you can't help:

  • Spread the word! Invite everyone you know to like our Facebook Page.
  • Sign up for the mailing list!
  • It's also easy to share right from the campaign page, using the various social media share tools! #cuddlepartyfilm

THANK YOU!

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FREE HUGS!

$5 USD
CONTRIBUTE five bucks to Cuddle Party and writer / director Matthew Irving Epstein will leave his cave-of-an-apartment and randomly hug someone on the street. Video will be posted on social media for your viewing pleasure! Matt gives great hugs so this is basically a public service to the world!!!
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Celebrity Cuddle

$10 USD
YOUR OWN CELEBRITY CUDDLE: We will send you a photo of yourself cuddling any celebrity past or present + receive exclusive behind the scenes updates from the Cuddle Party cast and crew as they make the film (only available to backers).
Estimated Shipping
September 2015
8 claimed

Music To Our Ears

$15 USD
Music To Our Ears: For this contribution not only will you receive a digital download of original music from the film, but you'll also receive a HUGE thank you in the rolling credits of Cuddle Party, and the exclusive, behind the scenes updates only available to our backers.
Estimated Shipping
November 2015
14 claimed

Earlybird: The Real Deal Feels

$25 USD
FEEL THIS: For $25 we're going to give you everything you see above, PLUS a free ticket to a real cuddle party hosted by expert Jean Franzblau (a $30 value), and a digital download of the film.
Estimated Shipping
November 2015
20 out of 50 of claimed

Early Access: The Film

$30 USD
Curious to get your hands on a copy of Cuddle Party before anyone else? This is your perk! For your $30 contribution we'll send you a digital download of the film you can watch, share, and watch again! PLUS all of the above perks!
Estimated Shipping
April 2016
20 claimed

EARLY BIRD! Getting Cozy

$50 USD
Come a little closer! For your contribution at this level you are going to get everything from the previous level, PLUS an insanely soft Cuddle Party t-shirt featuring original artwork from our director.
Estimated Shipping
December 2015
22 out of 100 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

Ultimate Cuddle Package

$75 USD
Get this! For your $75 contribution you're going to receive EVERYTHING you see above, PLUS an insanely soft Cuddle Party t-shirt featuring original artwork from our director AND a signed script. That's a deal you don't want to pass up. Be one of the first 50 to select this perk and we'll also throw in a poster signed by the cast!
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
2 claimed
Ships worldwide.

The Thrill of Jill (Soloway)

$100 USD
There's no better way to learn a craft than asking an expert. That's exactly the opportunity we are offering at this contribution level. Contribute $100 now and you can ask the incredible Jill Soloway your very own question to which you will receive a personal response.
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
8 out of 10 of claimed

Cuddle Party Screening

$150 USD
Want to see the film before anyone else? Want to watch it in a private, cuddly setting? This is the perk for you! For $150, you and a guest will receive an invite to a private screening of the film before it hits film festivals. Wear whatever you want, but bonus points go to those who show up in pajamas. We will be holding screenings on both coasts to accommodate all of you. Can't wait to see you there!
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
5 out of 50 of claimed

Yvette Nicole Brown Voicemail!

$250 USD
Picture having Yvette Nicole Brown record your voicemail greeting on your phone... Now make it a reality by selecting this perk. Funders at this level will receive voicemail greetings crafted just you. Want Shirley from COMMUNITY? You got it!
Estimated Shipping
October 2015
1 out of 25 of claimed

VERY LIMITED: Big Spoon

$300 USD
This is peak cuddle: For your contribution at this level you will receive a "boyfriend" or "girlfriend" cuddle pillow (see images in campaign), PLUS the digital downloads of the film and music, the t-shirt, and a signed copy of the script
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
1 out of 50 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

Exclusive: Premiere Package

$500 USD
The title says it all: You and a guest will be invited to Cuddle Party's official premiere where you will receive VIP treatment and get to party with cast and crew.
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
1 out of 4 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
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Limited: Actor's Inside Track

$100 USD
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
3 out of 3 of claimed
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You Name It

$1,000 USD
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
1 out of 1 of claimed
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Indiegogo Producer

$5,000 USD
Estimated Shipping
March 2016
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
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