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LÉA- a supernatural thriller

Beauty. Manipulation. Deceit. Sorcery.

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LÉA- a supernatural thriller

LÉA- a supernatural thriller

LÉA- a supernatural thriller

LÉA- a supernatural thriller

LÉA- a supernatural thriller

Beauty. Manipulation. Deceit. Sorcery.

Beauty. Manipulation. Deceit. Sorcery.

Beauty. Manipulation. Deceit. Sorcery.

Beauty. Manipulation. Deceit. Sorcery.

Jay Palmieri Jr.
Jay Palmieri Jr.
Jay Palmieri Jr.
Jay Palmieri Jr.
4 Campaigns |
NY, United States
$1,510 USD 14 backers
25% of $6,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Overview
Léa is a haunting erotic thriller inspired by classic gothic romances and French cinema. Featuring Female and LGBT characters in the forefront.

WHAT IS THE STORY?

A young mail-order-bride from France has recently lost her American husband to a incurable illness. Finally free of the man she felt nothing for she starts to enjoy her new found freedom, but there is a menacing presence lurking around her to make sure she meets a similar fate.

WHAT MAKES 'Léa' ORIGINAL?

Lea is an original piece because it has a different pace than most films of the the horror genre. It isn’t about speedy shocking images that come out of the dark, the scariest and most chilling things in this film are it's circumstances. When you find yourself alone with someone whom you trust, that isn’t what they seem, the power of underestimation can be one’s greatest mistake.

WHY SUPPORT THIS PROJECT?

We intend for this  film to showcase female and LGBT characters in prominent roles, where they have previously been secondary characters.  We also find it very important to focus on character development, which can somethimes be a rarity in the horror genre. This story will present characters for you to empathize with or despise. Our aim is to make films that are unique in their content and story telling. Support for this film will ensure that we can monetarily thank all involved who gave their talent and skill to this project. 

WHAT DO THE FUNDS GO TOWARDS?

Our film is a low-budget indie short. The benefits of being an indie project include having creative control of our content.  However, even with the benefit of creative control, we still have the challenge of garnering the appropriate funds to help our vision come to life. Some of our budget is in place but we still need an additional $6,000 to reach our goal of bringing this film to life. Below are some of the items that your contribution will help to cover.

GOAL $6,000.

DP/AC +[RED CAM. Package] 

High Quality Sound Equipment

Transportation for Cast,Crew

Kraft Services

Hair & Make Up 

Additional Crew

*Any additional funds earned will secure that the film reaches our expectations and more.
We are very passionate about this story that we are going to tell. Every donation, no matter how small, is important to reaching our goal.
*Please see our PERKS section, located to the right of the screen. There you will find what you will receive as our way of saying thank you for your generous support of this project.
OUR WRITER/DIRECTOR

Jay Palmieri Jr.'s previous film, 'TASTE' was recently selected to screen at the Anthology Film Archive for the NewFilmmakers NYC Film Festival set to premiere late August.  Jay Palmieri Jr. was saught after by The Huffington Post for an interview regarding his film career and specifically his film, 'TASTE'; the same film also recieved a write up in the magazine, 'Curve' 

'TASTE' Short Film

The Huffington Post Article on Jay and his film, 'TASTE'

 CURVE Magazine Write up for, 'TASTE'

OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP

If you're unable to financially support this project you can still support by sharing this page on social media,  i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms. 

OUR THANKS

Thank you for your time and consideration of our project we appreciate any and all support that you are able to contribute!

THE CAST & CREW

              CHRISTINA TOTH- “LÉA”

Christina Toth is a graduate of the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre. Her latest projects include LAZARUS (New York Theatre Workshop) and WARDA (Théâtre Le Rideau, Belgium). She appeared in HBO'S Boardwalk Empire (Co-Star) and Discovery's A Crime To Remember (Guest Star). She lately was scene on stage in a workshop production of Lyle Kessler’s new play The God Of All Things.

WEBSITEwww.christinatoth.com

IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm5463194/

    JES DAVIS -“HARLOW”

Jes Davis is originally from the Bay Area of California where she began her career in acting with stage and independent feature and short films, in titles such as, ‘The Virgin of the Candles.’ She relocated to New York City to continue pursuing her acting career. In May 2016 she starred in the short film, ‘The Morning After’ which was officially selected for the 1st Annual Uptown Magazine Short Film Festival. Her most current projects are ‘Orange is The New Black’ where she plays one of the inmates and ‘Shades of Blue’ as an undercover detective. 

IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7224047/

WEBSITE: http://www.jesdavis.com

               MARC GELLER-  “JULIAN”

Marc Geller has been seen in numerous NYC productions including: CLOUD 9, NORA, THE DYBBUK, BOX OFFICE POISON, BOMBER JACKETS, ADJOINING TRANCES, CRITICAL MASS and PRINCE HAL and the first NYC revivals of BENT, EXIT THE KING and UNIDENTIFIED HUMAN REMAINS. He has been seen regionally at theaters including: the Berkshire Theatre Festival, Cape May Stage, Seven Angels Theatre, The Hanover Theatre, New Jersey Repertory Company, The Summer Theatre of New Canaan, The Theatre Project and New Stage PAC. Marc has appeared on THE KNICK, can be seen on several web series and is in the upcoming films THE HARD CANDY KID and SOLITARY. He can currently be seen on THE ONION, as Kenneth Quinn, a psychic medium who channels the dead, in DECEASED ACQUAINTANCES.

            LESLEH DONALDSON - "FAY" 

Lesleh hails from Toronto, where she started modeling with International Top Models at the age of 9. she then went on to Star in Gilles Carle's production of "The Homecoming" for CBC's "For the Record" series. After that came roles in "Running" playing Michael Douglas' daughter Andrea Andropolis, "Happy Birthday To Me" directed by J. Lee Thompson, "Curtains" produced by Peter Simpson, and the lead in "Funeral Home" directed by Bill Fruet, for which she was nominated for a Genie award as best actress.

Lesleh's favored roles include originating the role of Sandy Miles in George F. Walker's play called "Criminals in Love". Anne Frank in "The Diary Of Anne Frank" at Manitoba Theatre Centre, Anna in "Burn This" which co-starred Eric McCormack also at Manitoba Theatre Centre, and as Evelyn Dick (another originated role) in Doug Rodger's play "How Could You Mrs. Dick".

Lesleh can be seen in "Tales Of Poe: The Tell Tale Heart", which wild eye releasing will be distributing this fall and Fuzz On The Lens production of " Abnormal Attraction" starring Bruce Davison, Malcolm McDowell and Leslie Easterbrook.

LESLEH'S FANGORIA INTERVIEW:

 HANK MORRIS- "DOM"

In addition to Lea, Hank Morris is also currently shooting Season 4 of award winning web series, Os So the Story Goes, this is her 3rd season with the project. Recently in NYC theater she appeared as Anna Now in Emily Dinova's heartbreaking play about domestic violence, Capture. And this fall she'll appear as Millennium Mom in Liz Amadio's play, Millennium Mom at Theater for the New City. 
WEBSITEwww.hankmorris.com
JAY PALMIERI JR. - WRITER/PRODUCER/DIRECTOR

LÉA will be Jay's sixth independent horror film. His previous credits include: 2016’S ’TASTE’ set to premiere in August at the Anthology Film Archives Theatre in The New Filmmakers New York Short Film Festival.  The 2011 short film, 'Delusion' (2012 INDIEDEMAND Film Festival nominee), 2014's 'The Kukla'  a submission for the revival of Project Greenlight, and His 2014 short film Imprisoned Souls, which received "Best Short Film" nominations at the 2014 SCARE-A-CON Film Festival and 2015 HANG ONTO YOUR SHORTS Film Festival. He's had a passion for the horror genre since he was 10 years old and after graduating high school he immediately enrolled at the New York Film Academy. Since graduating back in 2011, Jay has been determined to continue to create fun and ORIGINAL scripts in a genre that is plagued with constant remakes, sequels & prequels.

IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm5018493/

        DANIELLE EARLE- EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Producer/Director Danielle Earle from LA Web Series Award Winning Series 'Brooklyn Is In Love,' and 'Haunted Mind of An Insomniac,' Danielle has been working in the film industry for 7 years. She is a member of the Wrtiter's Guild of America East, and has been recognized in the media for the critically acclaimed LGBT feature film 'Lover's Game,' The film has been featured in many publications such as Curve Magazine, AfterEllen, SheWired, and News 12 New Jersey.After winning 3 Web Series Awards from the LA Web Series Festival in 2012 and being the center story of major media platforms, such as Social Media Monthly, Curve Magazine, Time Out, Village Voice, and News 12 New Jersey. She has been featured in the Q&A with Emily Best CEO and Founder for Seed & Spark and X Factor Films for Directed By Women Happy Hour Segment. Danielle Earle is finally made a name for herself as being considered " the female producer that never backs down, and never giving up."

GINGER SHARP- Associate Producer 

Ginger Sharp resides in New Jersey. For many years she worked in the information technology field. She has a love for traveling to other countries. Ginger loves to watch cooking shows and loves to Cook. She is also an avid supporter of animal welfare.

Her first book, “Lost Her,” made its debut in 2013 on Amazon which is followed by many other steamy adult erotic contemporary romance novels.

You can connect with Ginger online in several different ways. She uses social media to procrastinate. 

IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6320904/

WEBSITE: http://gingersharp.us/bio

             CHRISTOPHER S LIND- DOP 

Director of Photography Christopher S Lind is a Director of Photography, Director, Producer, Camera Operator, and Editor. He is an all around filmmaker specializing in Cinematography and Editing. With extensive experience in the field, Christopher has worked on numerous feature films starring Academy Award winning actors and nominee's. Christopher Specializes in Narrative Film, Music video's, Commercial's and Documentaries. Christopher has experience working with a wide range of formats and Camera's Shooting in 4k, 2k, and 1080P; With the Arri Alexa, RED, Sony, Blackmagic, Canon and many other camera bodies and types. 

He has also served as the Vice Chairman for the Hoboken International Film Festival for 4 years running. "One of the 10 biggest Film festivals in the world" as declared by Fox and MY. Check out www.HobokenInternationalFilmFestival.com for more. 

IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm5471056/

WEBSITEhttp://li6390.wix.com/cslcinema

KYM LUKACS - SOUND MIXER/BOOM 

Kym Lukacs is a NYC based sound mixer. Ever since visiting their first TV set in high school, they have been hooked on the magic and community of the film world. Kym has been lucky enough to work on interviews for the Guggenheim Museum, Panorama Music Festival and even the 2016 Democratic National Convention. Narrative films are still their true love, especially projects focused on the LGBT community and it's issues. 

IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm5724837/



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Credits Package

$10 USD
Your name will appear in the "Special Thank You" section of the films End Credits and on the IMDB page !
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Picture Package

$25 USD
The above, plus 5 Exclusive Digital Stills from the film !
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Script And Poster Package

$50 USD
All of the above, plus a digital copy of the script with the Title Page signed by the writer/director and cast....and three original digital Character Posters!
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Scream Queen Package

$100 USD
All of the above, plus an autographed "Curtains" production still from scream queen Lesleh Donaldson!
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Photoshoot Package

$500 USD
All of the above, plus you will get to pose for a horror themed photoshoot shot by Marc Geller (The Photo Project) in NYC! (Travel & lodging NOT included)
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Associate Producer Package

$1,000 USD
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