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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on February 14.

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      Creator Michels Daniele on April 11

      Thank you for the amazing Jade Pack. I love it;-)

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      Creator Signe Baumane on February 14

      THANK YOU! We love you all!
      I'll be your Valentine for life!
      : )

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      Creator Mary Kerins on February 14

      Congratulations, Signe! I now look forward to the film. My personal life's motto is "Laugh or Jump", and since I always go with the "Laugh" side, I think a funny film about depression will fit right in. Thank you for making this film :-).

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      Creator Patrick Davidson on February 14

      Congratulations!

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      Creator Andre Czausov on February 14

      Congrats, Signe and team! Looking forward to your film!

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      Creator Kim Noce on February 11

      ( Ps. the 3-4 seconds per frames give it a beautiful sense as if reading an old fairy tale book
      x
      K.)

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      Creator Kim Noce on February 11

      Congratulation on your full backing! I am an animator myself and I know how hard it is to self fund projects, never mind a feature! The story looks stunning, the visual fantastic and the topic one dear to my heart!
      I hope my small contribution can help a little further!
      xxx
      K.

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      Creator Lisa Seelinger on February 10

      I am Latvian-American (in fact, my mother's name is Signe!) and lived in Latvia for 6 years, so have a deep love for Latvia and all things Latvian. I love the look and feel of this film -- it is so Latvian, but also so universal. Happy and proud to make my small donation and to be a part of it. All the best of luck to you, Signe!!!

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      Creator Signe Baumane on February 9

      THANK YOU! You are amazing!
      We are moving onwards and upwards.
      : )

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      Creator Yemaya Alleyne on February 8

      Congratulations Ms. Baumane! I can't wait to see the finished film.

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      Creator Chie Arai on February 8

      congratulations!!

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      Creator Jud Hindes on February 8

      YeeeeeeeeeeeeeeHaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

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      Creator Jamie Karnik on February 7

      This looks so beautifully rich and straight from the soul. Can't wait to see it!

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      Creator dana dombrovska on February 5

      People with heart, soul and passion for what they do have to be supported!

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      Creator Studio Riki on February 5

      Good luck with this, one animator to another! :)

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      Creator Jud Hindes on February 4

      OOOOOoooo!!! Actual movement! Everyone must have been waiting for the Super Bowl to be over! Exxxxcellent!!!

      Willi! Thanks!

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      Creator Wendy Zhao on February 3

      Woohoo!

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      Creator Willi Tomas on February 3

      I think it will work out, otherwise we can always follow plan BDR (Backers Devide Rest) ;-) I would agree!

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      Creator Jud Hindes on February 3

      Great Jolita!
      I am gladdened to see another 50 contributors since that comment, but alas, only another G or 2 in the tally. Whatever anyone is in for is great, but I am concerned! Miss by 1 dollar and the whole thing is gone! Ayeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!! :)

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      Creator Jolita Herlyn on February 3

      Good idea, Jud! I would participate!

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      Creator Jud Hindes on January 30

      Okay... the money is not climbing fast enough. So... we have 14 days to go, and another $17,030 to get pledged, with 357 backers. So, I propose this and ask you all to think about it! And know this is not coming form some one with a lot of money... in fact, very little, but I want to put some here where it is going to make something wonderful happen!
      Think about this, consider this.
      If this comes down to the last day and the numbers are still looking like this, if each person who has pledged, ie the 357 people who have already put their money behind this, all, each gave another 48 bucks, we make it.
      Just think about it.
      :)
      Jud

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      Creator Signe Baumane on January 23

      ESN, THANK YOU for backing "Rocks"!
      Since this is an independent production, we had to be cost aware the whole time. More in-betweens requires more money, so we had to do with less. Most of the animation is on 4's and 3's, and there are a lot of holds. Only stop motion panoramas move on 1's. I am hoping that audiences will be caught in the story and won't pay too much attention on FPS rate. : )

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      Creator Esn on January 22

      Hello! I'm glad to be backing this, I've been looking forward to this film for over a year now.

      Out of curiosity: in the trailer there seems to be a big variety of frame rates, from the smooth walking motion in the beginning to other scenes with rather fewer FPS. Is all of the footage shown in the video "final" or is some of it still work-in-progress (i.e. more in-betweens still to be added)?

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      Creator Signe Baumane on January 18

      Thank you, guys... it's very humbling. Now I'll fret if you find the film as beautiful as you expect it to be....

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      Creator Bertrand Monier on January 18

      I really wish I could do more, good luck for this so beautiful project !!!

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      Creator Biljana Labovic on January 17

      GO, KITTY!!!

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      Creator Santiago Cohen on January 17

      Wow, I love it. Can't wait to see the film.

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      Creator Katiepony on January 16

      Signe! You've got a great start! It's going to be great!

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      Creator Signe Baumane on January 16

      Amid, unfortunately, I can't fulfill your request. And you don't want it anyway.
      : )

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      Creator AMID on January 16

      Make me depressed!

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Funding period
Jan 15, 2013 - Feb 14, 2013 (30 days)

  • Pledge $10 or more

    251 backers

    MARBLE PACK You will be one of the first to receive a private, password protected link to the completed film online (available after film's theatrical run). You will also receive 5 digital hi-res images from "Rocks In My Pockets" for your desktop. In addition you'll get exclusive updates on "Rocks In My Pockets" developments and screenings. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
  • Pledge $25 or more

    188 backers

    LAPIS LAZULI PACK You'll receive a signed DVD, "Ten Animated Films by Signe Baumane" (90 min), plus the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $10 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $40 or more

    102 backers

    CAT'S EYE PACK You'll receive two DVDs signed by Signe - "Teat Beat of Sex" and "Ten Animated Films" plus the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $12 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $75 or more

    62 backers

    RUBY PACK You will receive a signed original animation drawing from "Rocks in My Pockets". And you'll receive the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $10 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $100 or more

    30 backers All gone!

    JADE PACK You'll receive a pencil colored, original animation drawing from either one of Signe's previous films, "The Threatened One" or "Love Story". In addition you'll receive the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $10 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $105 or more

    9 backers Limited (11 of 20 left)

    RED JADE PACK You'll receive a pencil colored, original animation drawing from Signe's scandalous 2001 film "FFF". In addition you'll receive the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $10 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $125 or more

    23 backers Limited (27 of 50 left)

    ALEXANDRITE PACK You'll receive a painted animation cell from the Signe's legendary short "Dentist". In addition you'll receive the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
    Add $10 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $500 or more

    13 backers Limited (12 of 25 left)

    MOON ROCK PACK You will receive a colorful original artwork by Signe, painted on a wooden board from one of "Rocks In My Pockets" stop motion sets, ready to stand on a table for your enjoyment. Additionally, you'll receive a drawing from "Rocks", a hand painted cell from Signe's "Dentist", two signed DVDs ("Teat Beat of Sex" and "Ten Animated Films") and the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the private link: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
    Add $20 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    1 backer Limited (14 of 15 left)

    SAPPHIRE PACK You'll receive one of the paper mache buildings from the "Rocks" sets, signed by Signe. It is a one of a kind sculpture - a stylized, funny version of Riga's Jugendstil. Additionally, you'll receive DVDs of "Teat Beat of Sex" and "Ten Animated Films by Signe Baumane" and the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the digital download: Dec 2013

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
    Add $30 to ship outside the US
  • Pledge $1,500 or more

    0 backers Limited (4 of 4 left)

    DIAMOND PACK You will get a colorful paper mache Puppet from the film. The Puppet is capable of moving her hands, turning her head and reading a small book if presented a chance. It does not sing, does not tap dance and keeps quiet company. EXCLUSIVE addition: if you are in New York between February and May 2013, you will be invited to participate in a foley session at our sound designer's studio. Additionally you'll receive the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the digital download: Dec 2013. Shipping and travel not included.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
  • Pledge $2,000 or more

    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    ROCK STAR PACK You will receive one of the two paper mache trees from the film's sets. Varnish will allow you to keep the tree outdoors. Since neither tree is small you'll need to pick it up in person. This visit would include a thorough studio tour plus delicious snacks shared with Signe and the "Rocks" team. At sunset Signe will lead you through a personalized therapeutic ritual of throwing rocks into New York harbor. A good time is guaranteed. Additionally you'll receive DVDs of "Teat Beat of Sex" and "Ten Animated Films by Signe Baumane" and the MARBLE PACK. Est. delivery of the digital download: Dec 2013. Travel not included.

    Estimated delivery: May 2013
  • Pledge $5,000 or more

    2 backers Limited (1 of 3 left)

    SUPER ROCKET PREMIUM PACK You will receive an Associate Producer credit on the film, plus a personalized paper mache sculpture made to your specifications, and anything else you see on the rewards list that you might like. Available from April 2013 till infinity.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013