Short Summary
Hello, my name is Stacy Lightner and I am a writer and filmmaker. I am currently working on taking my first project from the page to the screen. This very unique film is called SPOKEN. SPOKEN is unique in the sense that it will be shot like a traditional film, however it will have very little dialouge. Most of the films dialouge will be expressed through spoken word. Spoken is a collection of poetry and spoken word that I've created over the years. Each piece was written at different stages of my life and developement. Many of the themes expressed are issues I've dealt with personally, or issues I see taking place around me. As an artist my desire is not only to inspire and entertain but to bring the various issues we face to the forefront. To explore and highlight issues that usually go unaddressed.
Spoken word is an art form that consists of storytelling and poetry. It has existed for centuries and was used by the Ancient Greeks in their Olympic Games. Modern Spoken Word poetry originated from the poetry of The Harlem Renaissance as well as from music, specifically the blues. This art form became popular in the underground black community in the 1960's with The Last Poets, a poetry and political music group that was formed out of the Civil Rights Movement.
As the saying goes, words are powerful. They can create conflict, mend wounds as well as express love. This art form is a wonderful way to inject words with meaning, to give words life and energy and by doing so to powerfully affect the listener. I've often heard that poetry is the language of love. I believe poetry is the language of life, it speaks to the heart, engages the spirit and has the ability to open the mind.
I ask that you take this journey with us. Please help bring this wonderful project to life. If you've ever wanted to make a film, here's your opportunity. Please view the perks below and choose one or even two that speaks to your heart. Thank you so much for taking the time to view our campaign! We greatly appreciate it.
What We Need & What You Get
We are seeking $10,000. Although this is only a fraction of the usual cost of making a film. We are keeping our cast and crew extremely small in an effort to get this passion project made. The funds will go to purchasing additional equipment such as camera lenses. The funds will also be used to secure shooting locations and for transportation as well as for marketing. We will also need to feed our small cast and crew. If our funding goal is met a small stipend will be provided to our actors who are all working for the love of this project.
If we do not reach our campaign goal every dollar raised will still be used to assure this project is made. Should we exceed our goal we will have the means to create an even greater film and reach a larger audience.
We have some amazing perks as a thank you for your generous contributions. Some of our perks include co producer and executive producer credits, imdb credits, a dvd of the film, the films soundtrack as well as movie posters, T-shirts and tickets to our LA screening of the film.
The Impact
I don't believe I can fully express the impact your contributions will make. Because of your contribution this film will no longer be an idea but an actual film. As a contributor you will know that you were a major part in bringing a dream to life. In fact, many dreams to life, for the actors, the writer as well as the producers and maybe even for yourself.
This project explores life in its many facets. It deals with love, loss, attraction; this project deals with life itself.
We would like to thank you for taking the time to view this campaign and for any and all contributions.
Other Ways You Can Help
If you are unable to contribute monetarily we completely understand, however it is still possible to help get this film made. Please spread the word about our campaign, someone you know may be interested in contributing.
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