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So I Was Wondering...

A short film about a conversation between two friends...

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So I Was Wondering...

So I Was Wondering...

So I Was Wondering...

So I Was Wondering...

So I Was Wondering...

A short film about a conversation between two friends...

A short film about a conversation between two friends...

A short film about a conversation between two friends...

A short film about a conversation between two friends...

Richard Arum
Richard Arum
Richard Arum
Richard Arum
1 Campaign |
Seattle, United States
$13,051 USD by 80 backers
$13,001 USD by 79 backers on May 7, 2015

So What Is It About?

Two lifelong friends are spending time together one evening at a bar.  Some things are revealed that makes them question who they are, what they want, and how strong the bond of friendship is...

Both funny and poignant, intimate and universal, this story of Ricky and John will have us wondering what we would do for our friends. 

This film is based on the 10 minute play by Christopher Demos-Brown that was performed as part of Studio 4 Seattle's short play festival and the Seattle Fringe Festival.

So Who Am I and Why Am I Doing This?

I am a professional actor who has performed on stages in Seattle, across New England, and in Edinburgh, Scotland.  I have appeared in films, commercials, educational videos, and PBS documentaries.  (Here is my Facebook page, and this is my IMDb page).  I am a proud member of both Actors' Equity Association (AEA) and the Screen Actors' Guild (SAG-AFTRA).  I have produced and directed plays, taught theater to students of all ages, and now it's time for me to produce and direct a film.

I have spent decades imagining the films I will make and have attempted for years to write the "perfect" screenplay.  Everything clicked into focus this past Fall while directing "So I Was Wondering..." for the Seattle Fringe Festival.  THIS WILL BE MY FILM!!  (A statement that has been a long time coming)

So Who Else Is Involved?

Cast:

Jesse Putnam and David Nail, who performed the play with tremendous success, will be reprising their roles.  They are both consummate theater artists who deftly captured the subtleties, nuances, and great humor of the play and know how to translate those performances for the smaller, more intimate frame of the camera.

            

Crew:

As a first time director I need an experienced and professional Cinematographer at my side, and I have found that in Chad Perkins.  A filmmaker himself, Chad has worked as a producer, director, cinematographer, and editor and he will be editing this film as well.  With his depth of knowledge of the film industry he has assembled an incredible crew for this project.

Music:  

I am honored to say that all of the original music for this film is being composed and recorded by the brilliant and incomparable Beth Fleenor (of Crystal Beth and the Boom Boom Band, among others).

Production:   

While I will be the producer and director of this film, I am thrilled that my good friend Aneesh Sheth and her company Wheelhouse Productions will be helping me, along with all of the incredible artists with Studio 4 Seattle.

So Why Do I Need So Much Money?

Excellent question...making a film is very expensive!  I have very high expectations for this film and I want it to be done right, with dedicated professionals who take pride in their work.  Also, as a working artist myself, I want to make sure that everyone who is on my set is compensated for their time.  These will be long hours, shooting overnight.  

For this shoot I will be hiring:    

  • a cinematographer
  • a sound technician
  • a gaffer (lighting and electrical)
  • a media manager (to store and backup all of the footage)
  • a script supervisor
  • a grip/PA
  • 2 actors
  • 5 background artists (extras)
  • an editor
  • a sound mixer
  • a photographer
  • a composer (plus a 5 piece band and studio rental)
  • a poster designer
Plus:
  • buying hard drives to store all of the footage
  • providing food for 15 people for 2 nights
  • entrance fees for film festivals
  • etc. etc. etc.
...it all adds up.
I have set my goal here at $13,000, but to truly cover all of my costs and make this film as great as I know it will be, I am hoping to raise $15,000.

So How Can You Help?

If you've read this far, truly you are a mensch!  Please consider donating, I will be forever grateful.  There are some great perks you can get that are listed on the side.  If you are not able to donate, please consider sharing this link on social media and help spread the word.   And please "like" us on Facebook and IMDb with the links below!
THANK YOU!
Rich  

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Thanks!

$10 USD
We appreciate all the help we can get! With this perk you will receive our genuine, heartfelt gratitude and a shoutout on social media.
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Sneak Peak

$25 USD
With this perk you will get our genuine, heartfelt gratitude, a shoutout on social media, a "thank you" in the credits, and access to a secure link to view the film before it is available to the public!
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Music

$50 USD
With this perk you will get our heartfelt gratitude, a shoutout on social media, a "thank you" in the credits, access to the link to view the film, and a FREE download of the film's original music composed by the brilliant and incomparable Beth Fleenor!
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DVD

$75 USD
With this perk you will get...everything listed above (I don't need to keep writing it all, do I??) and your very own DVD copy of the film!
5 claimed

Poster

$100 USD
With this perk you will get...everything from above as well as a signed copy of the poster designed by the extraordinary Jamie Dwyer!
9 claimed

Headshots

$250 USD
With this perk you will get everything listed above plus a FREE headshot photography session (or other portraits) by Jen Dorée! (Photography session would need to be scheduled with her for sometime within the year, and you would need to be in the Seattle area)
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Volunteer

$500 USD
With this perk you get everything listed above (except for the headshots) plus I, Richard Arum, will volunteer to do whatever you want (within reason)! Need me to emcee your event? Done! Need an acting coach to help with your monologues or dialects? Done! Need me to help you move?? DONE!! Whatever you need, I will give you a day of my time!
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Executive Producer

$1,000 USD
With this perk you get everything listed above (except for the headshots) and you will be credited as an Executive Producer with your very own IMDb (Internet Movie Database) page!
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