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Franklin - a short film

A friend is what you make of him.

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Franklin - a short film

Franklin - a short film

Franklin - a short film

Franklin - a short film

Franklin - a short film

A friend is what you make of him.

A friend is what you make of him.

A friend is what you make of him.

A friend is what you make of him.

Cameron Dozier
Cameron Dozier
Cameron Dozier
Cameron Dozier
1 Campaign |
Los Angeles, United States
$5,825 USD 81 backers
83% of $7,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

The Film

I bet many of you can remember a time in your childhood when something meant the world to you. Something that wasn’t real. Can an imaginary thing have a tangible effect on a child’s life? We explore this concept in the upcoming short film, Franklin. 

The film follows the struggle of a young boy named Max as he tries to tell his imaginary friend, Franklin, that they can’t be friends anymore. Franklin and Max tend to get into mischief together, so Max’s mom forbids the friendship, leaving Max to break the news. This fateful event reveals that Max’s future may actually be interwoven with Franklin’s.

Based on a script written by Nate Morris, this film is being produced and directed by Cameron Dozier, and will be shot in the Los Angeles area this spring. Only with your support will this film be made. 

The Filmmakers


Cameron Dozier – Director/Producer   

Cameron is an independent filmmaker based in Los Angeles, California. He was inspired to make movies as a child and began his career shooting films with his Dad's VHS camcorder. His work as a film student earned him a Peer Award from the International Television Association, and since then he has been writing and directing video content for various clients throughout the country. Cameron has an undying passion for telling stories with cinema, and he can’t wait to show Franklin to the world.

Nate Morris – Writer/Graphic Designer

Nate is a writer and graphic designer based in the Washing D.C. area. In addition to his work as a graphic/web designer and technical writer, he has spent the last six years honing his craft as a screenwriter with a variety of unique screenplays and stories. Nate is a natural creative who loves putting any good story down on paper. His greatest passion is for sci-fi and fantasy genres. He's an unrepentant nerd. 

What We Need & What You Get (Perks!)

We need $7000 to successfully produce our film. Your contributions will be used for  the production of Franklin and will include our budget for: cast and crew, equipment rentals, art direction, filming locations, permits, insurance, props and food. We understand the limitations of low budget filmmaking but we want to ensure that the vision for this film is fulfilled with the utmost quality. 

Though we could never fully express the amount of gratitude we have for you and your contributions to our dream, we do have some awesome perks to share with you that you can earn by contributing.

  • Backstage Pass

$25 – Receive an online Screening of the film with exclusive behind the scenes content only available to contributors. See just how  awesome Hollywood is in action behind closed doors! Plus you will receive exclusive movie desktop wallpapers and a handwritten/signed Franklin thank you postcard from the director himself!

  • Archival Vault

-$50 – Receive a private Skype chat with the filmmakers, ask them anything you want! Also you will receive a private Dropbox link that includes all production materials used on the film as well as a large format copy of the film. This includes all art, original script, schedules, location photo albums, the whole she-bang! 

  • Video Star

-$100 – Receive a personal video shout out from the director on Facebook and be immortalized on the internet! Also receive an exclusive Franklin t-shirt only available otherwise to cast and crew. Show off your support for our independent film with your new threads!

  • Credit Where It’s Due

-$250 – This is where the credits start! With this perk you get a special thanks credit in the film and on IMDB.com, and you will receive a private link with an exclusive copy of the film with director’s commentary, giving you details on the ins and outs of the film! 

  • Above the Line

-$500 – Most people working in the film industry want to be "above the line," and with this perk you get there instantly! Receive an associate producer credit in the film and on IMDB.com with this perk, and make it official: you are a film producer. You will also receive a Franklin DVD with custom box art, and this amazing Franklin movie poster, designed by Vineet Gordhandas, signed by the director:

  • Big Boss

-$1000 – Last but certainly not least, the coveted Executive producer credit! Get your very own big boss EP credit on the film and on IMDB.com plus your DVD and signed movie poster. You also get an invite to the set to watch our shoot in action, and an invite to the wrap party in Los Angeles (travel not provided). Most of all we give you our everlasting gratitude for supporting us so much with our movie... and an executive producer credit!

Risks & Challenges

Extraordinary risk and dedication are requirements in the filmmaking world. With so many moving parts and people involved with a movie production, there are so many things that can go wrong or fall short. We the filmmakers are responsible for harnessing the talent of our performers, artists and technicians that are dedicating their time to our production and crafting something beautiful together. The foundation that holds our production together is meticulous planning and organization, and our biggest strength is our passion, dedication and love for this art form. Combined with our many years of experience creating stories for the screen, and the help and support from contributors like you, we will overcome any obstacle in our way while making Franklin. We are committed to making this happen, no matter what!

Other Ways You Can Help

If you can't contribute, we understand. However, you can still be involved with our film. Spread the word! Tell your friends, family and coworkers about Franklin and our Indiegogo page and you will be helping us immensely. Go like us on our social media. Come check out updates as we go. Above all, thanks so much for visiting our page and for taking the time to investigate Franklin!

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Choose your Perk

Screener

$5 USD
Early private online screening of the film!
3 claimed

Secret Screener

$10 USD
Early private online screening of the film & shoutout on the official Franklin Facebook page!
4 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Backstage Pass

$25 USD
Private link with behind the scenes content from the film, exclusive Franklin wallpaper for your desktop and a handwritten/signed thank you postcard from the director. You also get the $10 perk!
10 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Archival Vault

$50 USD
Skype chat with the filmmakers and a private link that includes all production materials used on the film as well as a large format copy of the film itself. You also get the $10 and $25 perks!
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Video Star

$100 USD
Personal video shoutout from the director on the official Franklin Facebook page and an exclusive Franklin T-Shirt. You also get the $50, $25 and $10 perks!
2 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Credit Where It's Due

$250 USD
-$250 – Special thanks credit on the film and on IMDB.com, and an exclusive copy of the film with director’s commentary. You also get the $100, $50, $25 and $10 perks!
3 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Above the Line

$500 USD
-$500 – Associate producer credit on the film and on IMDB.com, custom made DVD and signed official Franklin movie poster. You also get the $250, $100, $50, $25 and $10 perks!
0 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Big Boss

$1,000 USD
-$1000 – Executive producer credit on the film and on IMDB.com, Custom DVD and signed movie poster, plus an invite to the set and the wrap party in Los Angeles (travel not provided). You also get the $500, $250, $100, $50, $25 and $10 perks!
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

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