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Update #7: New Website Up! Queens & Cowboys joins the modern world
Happy New Year Magnanimous Q&C backers!
I hope everyone enjoyed a great holiday and is ready to make the best of this brand new year. I'm proud to announce that our website is officially up at www.QueensandCowboys.com -- it will be the one stop place to post updates, photos and more info as we go along. Special thanks to Bobby Lam for installing the code for us, otherwise we'd have been -- as cowboys say -- up sh*t creek...
As for the movie, shooting continued until early December, and we now have over 500 hours of footage to make a 100(ish) minute movie! We're now officially in post-production and underway with the skeleton edit. A gigantic thank you goes out to Locksmith Content for letting us edit in their incredible facility in Culver City -- it's making things run go much faster. I'm thrilled with what we have so far and it's been really fun splicing together the footage and re-living the experience -- like putting together a big puzzle. For as well as its going, however, editing will still take a great deal of time. So we're still several months away from having anything to show, but already we've lined up some really talented music composers and other folks who will help us make the film a success.
And finally, to get to your coveted and well-earned Kickstarter swag! For those of you who are still awaiting your swag packages, thank you for your patience. Buckles and some other items have already gone out. The good news is we've just received the t-shirts and I'm hoping to get all of the swag packages out this month (with the exception of those packages that include the finished film... you'll get everything else in the coming weeks, but unfortunately you'll have to wait on receiving the final movie a little longer...) -- regardless, mix tapes, sausage coupons, apocalyptic short films, bumper stickers, t-shirts and more are all soon forthcoming!
Thank you all for your continued support -- it fills me with so much joy to have your endorsement and we're working hard to tell a story that makes you proud.
Happy 2012!
Matt
Update #6: YEEE-HAAW!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!
WE DID IT!! I know I've worn out the term by now, but thank you. I can't tell you how overwhelmed with gratitude I am for everyone banding together to make this happen. It was an insanely difficult feat to overcome, but it's now a huge vote of confidence for this film's potential. It wouldn't have been possible without every person who pledged, re-posted, sent the link out to friends and family (and apparently repeated posts to an entire international underworld of Brokeback Mountain enthusiasts?? Awesome.). You all humble and honor me with your encouragement over the past 30 days, and I'll continue working until the final frame is done in order to deserve it.
I'm so touched by the new names I learned on the backers list, as well as IGRA members, old friends and family who came together to make this campaign a success. The support, feedback and kind messages and comments you've given me are what will continue to drive me forward in making the best film I possibly can, one that I hope will make you proud. As I've said to some, this is certainly a great deal to live up to, but I couldn't be more honored or thrilled to get the chance.
As for the timeline of the film, I'm hoping to be able to release in Spring of 2012. The IGRA still has another 2 months of events, so principal photography will officially conclude in November, but I'll be sure to keep everyone updated as to how post-production is going -- I'm going to design a blog into the upcoming www.queensandcowboys.com that will soon host updates and pertinent info.
Over the next week or so, those who donated will be receiving an email requesting information so we can get you your hard earned swag! -- things like addresses, t-shirt sizes, etc. There are many people from all over the country who have graciously donated for this cause, so most items will be delivered after Finals in October (minus, obviously, the dvd of the film). Thank you all for your patience while we collect all the donations and prepare them for shipment.
But man, what a relief! This has been a long, stressful and crazy month, but one of the most fulfilling I've ever had. Thank you all for being a part of it, for your hard work and dedication in getting us funded, and for believing in me and this project. I can't wait to show off the final product!
With huge appreciation,
Matt
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Ava Megna on September 1, 2011
I am thrilled that you have achieved this goal. Congratulations! I am certain that an amazing film is in the making and look forward to seeing it. Big hug.
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PushStart Productions on September 1, 2011
Hi Matt, you don't know me, I was just browsing KS and came across your project in the final day or so and found it very inspiring. I'm so happy this film achieved its goal- congratulations, good luck with everything, I will be eager to see the finished film!
Shilpa Sunthankar
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Update #5: 90% FUNDED WITH 58 HOURS LEFT!
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Update #4: 78% FUNDED! 5 DAYS LEFT!!
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Update #3: QUEENS AND COWBOYS IS ALREADY 70% FUNDED!
Hello faithful supporters of Q&C!
What a landmark weekend for the little-film-that-could! Due to the growing press coverage and guerrilla campaigning by so many of you, WE ARE CURRENTLY 70% FUNDED! We've had an unprecedented surge in support for the film and overwhelmingly positive response that spans multiple continents and people from all backgrounds -- I can't describe how grateful I am that others share my belief that this story needs to be told. We are rounding third and gaining speed! But we only have 9 more days to bring us home!
The next week is critical to this project's success -- you honor this film by continuing to spread your enthusiasm to others. If there are any fresh incentives I might be able to offer on the site in its final week, I'm grateful for any suggestions or connections you might have to those with expendable swag. Thank you for those who have pledged and donated already!
For anyone interested, I'll be promoting the film this Thursday at 3:40PM/PST on a live interview with BloomingOUT Podcast -- http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bloomingout/id309328101 as well as an exclusive upcoming spread downunder from our Australian supporters from OUTinPERTH -- http://www.outinperth.com/.
Thank you for all of your feedback and support for the film -- we're almost there. But remember, in order for this film to happen, we have to reach our entire goal - TO THE PENNY! - by NEXT WEDNESDAY at 8:59PM/PST!
But all in all, what an inspiring way to come out of an already awesome rodeo weekend in Chicago! I even had time to showboat on a bull that thankfully didn't move much : ) My arm's been recently set in a cast due to ligaments torn while training on a particularly bodacious bull who didn't take kindly to city-boys -- but I guess it's been a great excuse to focus on strengthening my legs! Even if I have to switch hands, I'm more amped than ever to get to compete at the Best Buck in the Bay Rodeo in San Francisco in LESS THAN THREE WEEKS (!) September 10th & 11th. -- It's the last rodeo of the year before finals in October, and it couldn't be a better endcap to what's already been the experience of a lifetime -- I can't wait to share the full adventure with everyone.
THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE SUCCESS OF THIS SO FAR!
With tremendous gratitude,
Matt
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This project successfully raised its funding goal on August 31, 2011.
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Thank you for your support! Your name or organization of your choice will appear as a supporter on this and the film's upcoming website (unless you prefer to remain anonymous). **This goes for all reward levels.
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Thank you! You'll receive access to behind-the-scenes updates, unseen footage and fish-out-of-water lessons learned on the road -- video diaries with things like the story of the boomer sooners, a city-boy's lessons in ditch skiing, the worst thing you can ever say to a bullrider (caught on camera). **This reward is offered to all other donations above $5. .
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In addition to a QUEENS AND COWBOYS thank you postcard, you'll receive a badass bull riding bumper sticker complimentary bumper sticker courtesy of toughbullriders.com -- http://toughbullriders.com/store/img/bumperSticker1.jpg (Thank you Char Duran!)
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A QUEENS AND COWBOYS thank you postcard with a commemorative bull-rider pin to impress every buckle-bunny in the land. (Special thanks to Florida 'Cracker' Todd Garrett for supplying this gift)
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You'll receive a card good for a FREE MEAL at the delicious Jody Maroni's Sausage Kingdom! (limit 5 per person) Check to find a location near you -- http://www.jodymaroni.com/ (Thank you Scotty Shadix for this delicious donation)
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I don't like to brag, but I make a mean mix tape (updated: CD). These special donors will not only receive postcards and artwork from the film, but also a set of hand selected tunes that inspired the film and ones that I started rocking out to once I put on my boots.
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You'll receive the short film HYPOXIA, the previous project written and directed by Matt Livadary starring Battlestar Gallactica's Michael Hogan. (Official trailer can be viewed at http://www.behance.net/gallery/HYPOXIA-%28Official-Trailer%29/1607667 ) It couldn't possibly be more different than QUEENS & COWBOYS, but what the hell, here's to diversity!
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Wow, thank you so much! You'll get a handwritten thank you note from the filmmaker and a Kickstarter exclusive "Queens & Cowboys" t-shirt!
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This reward gets you a hand-written thank you note from the filmmaker, select artwork from the film, AND a hard-copy DVD of the film upon release!
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Free passes to the "Marti Gras of Gay Rodeo"! These sponsors will receive a pair of weekend passes to the Sunshine Stampede in April 20-22, 2012 in Fort Lauderdale, FL! (transportation & lodging not included) This is one of the biggest and most fun rodeos of the year that you definitely don't want to miss. (special thanks to Nikol HIllman for the awesome donation!)
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Two free tickets to ANY rodeo held at Bill Lyle's Thrill at Morgan Hill ranch in San Jose, California. The arena is like the Globe Theater of the rodeo world, and when Bill's bucking his top PBR bulls, it's an event you've got to experience in person. It might not be a gay rodeo, but it has good qualities too.
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Learn the most dangerous sport in the world from one of the best in the business! A free scholarship to champ Bill Lyle's bull riding boot camp -- whether you're a novice or PBR champ, The Thrill at Morgan Hill has a bull you can get on. Whether you can stay on is a completely different matter. (ranch located in San Jose, CA -- transportation and lodging not included).
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The swag package! You'll receive artwork from the film, the mix-tape that inspired it all, an exclusive queens and cowboys t-shirt, a copy of the film on release, AND the fillmmaker's short film HYPOXIA.
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Free admission to any 2012 IGRA rodeo school and artwork and a handwritten thank you note from the filmmaker! Has your inner cowboy or cowgirl ever wanted to try out events like chute-dogging, bull-riding, bronc-riding, wild drag, steer deco, goat dressing, calf-roping?? Learn any of the 13 IGRA rodeo events for free. Open to anyone!
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Baseball has trophies, rodeo has belt buckles. And the first two lucky donors will receive a stylish and hard-earned IGRA championship rodeo event belt buckle -- and all without even having to risk your life! (Thank you to the true cowboy Wade Earp for risking his and donating his precious prizes).
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Baseball has trophies, rodeo has belt buckles. And the first two lucky donors will receive a stylish and hard-earned IGRA championship rodeo event belt buckle -- and all without even having to risk your life! (Thank you to cowboys Brian Helander and Chuck Browning for risking theirs and donating these precious prizes).
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**MORE BUCKLES!** Baseball has trophies, rodeo has belt buckles. And the first five lucky donors will receive a stylish and hard-earned IGRA championship belt buckle and all without having to risk your own life! These particular buckles were won in competition by David Renier, arguably the Michael Jordan of the gay rodeo. Thank you David for the donation!
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**Hot off the belt, we've got more buckles! ** The "Stud Package" --- not only will one lucky donor get a gorgeous 2011 championship belt buckle courtesy of IGRA-legend Chuck Browning, but they'll also receive his signed contestant badge as well as an autographed photo of the very-photographable cowboy.
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The "Stud Package" --- not only will one lucky donor get a gorgeous 2011 championship belt buckle courtesy of IGRA-legend Chuck Browning, but they'll also receive his signed contestant badge as well as an autographed photo of the very-photographable cowboy. The belt buckle was won at this year's Canadian Rockies International Rodeo in "Goat Dressing," an incredible rodeo event unique to the IGRA.
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A massive, sparkling BAREBACK BRONC RIDING championship buckle won the competitive Texas Tradition Rodeo! As one of the hardest rodeo events to win, this beautiful buckle is a rarity and is sure to add a little extra intrigue to your pelvic region : ) (Thanks again to Wade Earp for being both a badass and a saint.)
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Your name or an organization of your choice under a "Special Thanks" credit on the film. And in ADDITION, you'll receive the complete swag package -- artwork from the film, the mix-tape that inspired it all, an exclusive queens and cowboys t-shirt, a copy of the film on release, AND the fillmmaker's short film HYPOXIA.
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Your name or an organization of your choice under a specially designated "Angel Supporter" thanks in the credits of the film. And in ADDITION, you'll receive the complete swag package -- artwork from the film, the mix-tape that inspired it all, an exclusive queens and cowboys t-shirt, a copy of the film on release, AND the fillmmaker's short film HYPOXIA.
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2011 IGRA World Finals "VIP Package". Angel supporter status and free admission to Finals in Fort Worth, TX on Oct 7-9 (transportation and lodging not included). Package includes the entire "swag package," lunch with the filmmaker, access to all the weekend's events, a guided behind the scenes tour of the famous Fort Worth stock yards, meet-and-greets with contestants and a one-on-one chat with the President of the IGRA, Doug Graff.
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Matt Livadary is a passionate filmmaker and proud Los Angeles native. After graduating from USC's Cinema School, he worked for several years at the prestigious Creative Artists Agency, where he worked with clients such as Ang Lee, Spike Jonze and Cameron Crowe. In 2008, Matt worked as a story editor for Apparatus, the film production company of acclaimed director Marc Forster (QUANTUM OF SOLACE, STRANGER THAN FICTION, FINDING NEVERLAND, MONSTER'S BALL, etc) whose diverse projects appealed to Matt's eclectic taste. Armed with an arsenal of story development and production experience, Matt amicably left the company in 2010 in order to direct full time.
Matt prides with a talent for showcasing sentimental but still broadly appealing content -- a filmmaker unafraid to show the size of his heart onscreen. He's a jolly optimist, a ruthless self-critic and believes in expanding his own potential daily.
