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People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

We put the work in to make this story about the value of life a reality, and we want you to join us.

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People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore

We put the work in to make this story about the value of life a reality, and we want you to join us.

We put the work in to make this story about the value of life a reality, and we want you to join us.

We put the work in to make this story about the value of life a reality, and we want you to join us.

We put the work in to make this story about the value of life a reality, and we want you to join us.

Remember Tommy Productions
Remember Tommy Productions
Remember Tommy Productions
Remember Tommy Productions
1 Campaign |
Richmond, United States
$5,379 USD 71 backers
53% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
"People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore" is the story of the Filmmaker, a young man making a documentary about "OFF-SWITCH", a device people can install in the back of their heads, allowing them to die whenever they choose. Through his journey, we explore questions like "Can suicide be moral?", "What does grief look like?" and "What is the value of life in global society?" Did we mention it's a comedy?

Hello,

My name is Austin Lewis, CEO of Remember Tommy Productions, as well as writer and director of  our first feature film “People Don’t Die in the Comics Anymore”.  Over the past few years, I’ve tried to create an extensive body of work, not only for portfolio purposes, but for the sake of building my skills and learn what film school never taught me.

(And let me tell you, there’s a lot that film school can’t teach you…)

 

So Why Make This Film?

About four years ago, a very close friend of mine suffering from depression committed suicide.  It was a huge blow for me and caused me to develop extreme anxiety, as well as coping habits that were far from healthy.  After seeking professional help and accepting that I was having trouble, I was able to deal with it in a much healthier way.  I learned that grief isn’t linear, you don’t just “get better”.  It’s a sloppy, inglorious process, and one that is ever-present. 

It’s out of this experience that I conceived of “People Don’t Die in the Comics Anymore”, a story of a filmmaker creating a documentary about a fictional product called “OFF-SWITCH”, a device that allows people to die when they choose.

Through his journey, we explore questions like “Can suicide be a moral choice?”, “What does grief look like?” and “What is the value of a life in globalized society?” My dream is that “People Don’t Die” is a story that people going through the same can watch, relate to, and seek effective, healthy habits for dealing with grief and depression.

I believe the team we have assembled is one that believes in the power of film, and is motivated and skilled to create the best product possible.

 

And Now's The Part Where You Come In

Our goal for funding is $10,000, which is small for a feature film budget but a lot to raise.  We have carefully mapped out the budget, though, and funds will go to support:

  • Production Team (Director of Photography, Assistant Director, Production Designer, Sound Mixer, etc.)
  • Cast (An extraordinary collection of talent local to Virginia)
  • Musicians (For our original soundtrack)
  • Craft Services (Food on set in film lingo)
  • Costumes
  • Location Costs
  • Insurance
  • Graphic Designers

…and more!

 

What Do You Get Out of This?

On top of all this, we have great perks!

 

$25 - "People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore" and "Remember Tommy" logo mugs!

$35 - "People Don't Die" and "Remember Tommy" logo shirts!

$40 - Copy of the original soundtrack after the premiere! (And your choice of shirt or mug)

$60 – Signed copy of the script! (And your choice of mug, shirt or soundtrack)

$75 - Copy of the movie on DVD after the premiere! (And your choice of mug, shirt, soundtrack, or signed copy of the script)

$200 - Lunch with the director (on him)! (With a mug and shirt hand-delivered)

$300 - VIP Invitation to a day on set! (With a mug and shirt hand-delivered)

 

Let's Go On An Adventure Together

This is our first crowdfunding adventure, so we are figuring this out as we go, but couldn’t be more excited to jump in with this great form of fundraising.  Not only are we excited to fund the movie, but to bring you along as we power through the monster that will be producing this work all the way to the big premiere we have in the cards!

If you aren’t able to fund us, SHARE US!  Post our campaign to your social media, it only takes a second and does wonders.

Independent projects and big ventures like this live on the support of community to bring new ideas to life.  Won’t you join us?

 

Austin Lewis

Actor/Writer/Director

Remember Tommy Productions

rememebertommyproductions@gmail.com

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T-Shirt

$35 USD
Get your own custom-made "People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore" or "Remember Tommy" T-shirt!
Included Items
  • T-Shirt
9 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Logo Mug

Logo Mug

$25 USD
Get your own, rare, custom-made mug to show of your "Remember Tommy" fandom!
Included Items
  • Logo Mug
6 claimed
Ships to United States of America
Original Soundtrack

Original Soundtrack

$45 USD
After the premiere, you'll receive a copy of the original soundtrack for the film! With work by great artists like Turbo Mansion and James Flamestar! Includes: Your choice of either one mug or one T-shirt!
Included Items
  • Original Soundtrack
4 claimed
Copy of the Script (Signed)

Copy of the Script (Signed)

$60 USD
You can have your own copy of the original screenplay for "People Don't Die in the Comics Anymore", signed by the writer and director himself! Includes: Your choice of one mug, one T-shirt, or one copy of the original soundtrack!
Included Items
  • Copy of the Script (Signed)
3 claimed
Ships worldwide.
DVD Copy of the Movie

DVD Copy of the Movie

$75 USD
After the film premieres, you can have your own copy of the film on DVD for viewing at your convenience! How cool is that? Includes: Your choice of either one mug, one T-shirt, one copy of the soundtrack, or one copy of the script (signed)!
Included Items
  • DVD Copy of the Movie
10 claimed
Lunch with the Director

Lunch with the Director

$200 USD
Come have your own lunch with the director, paid for by him! Talk about how the movie is coming along, questions you might have about the process, or your Game of Thrones fan theories, whatever you choose! Includes: Mug AND T-shirt!
Included Items
  • Lunch With the Director
2 claimed
VIP Invitation to a Day on Set

VIP Invitation to a Day on Set

$300 USD
Come join us on set for "People Don't Die" and see the process in person! Join us for a full day of production and feel that "producer status". Includes: Mug AND T-shirt!
Included Items
  • VIP Invitation to a Day on Set
3 claimed
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