Kickstarter

WHAT IS THIS PROJECT ABOUT?

This is a fictional narrative film about communication, told through the eyes of a young girl who struggles socially, physically, and psychologically with a Speech disorder known as Selective Mutism. This disorder prohibits Sydney from comfortably expressing herself. At home, her mother tries to accommodate Sydney's needs, but often makes the situation more tense for both of them. In order to escape her social anxiety, Sydney retreats to her vivid imagination, as a way of manipulating her own perception of reality. This reality makes it more difficult for Sydney to communicate with others, therefore resulting in meeting with a Speech Language Pathologist, who takes an empathetic approach when dealing with her insecurities and her struggles with speech.

WHERE ARE WE AT?

We are currently in Production! After spending 6 months in pre-production, brainstorming, writing, location scouting, casting, etc. The only step left now is to finish filming…but we need your help! 

WHERE WILL MY MONEY GO?

-Equipment Rentals

-Set and Costume design

-Transportation (gas money for actors/crew)

-Feeding the cast and crew 

-Printing promotional materials

-Post Production (Sound/Color Correction)

-Paying for Festival entry fees

IS MY PLEDGE AMOUNT PRIVATE?

Yes. Only you and I will be able to see your pledge amount.

WHEN DO I RECEIVE MY PLEDGE INCENTIVE?

If our goal is met, you will receive your incentive once the film is completed. (May/June 2012)

CAN I KEEP IN TOUCH?

Absolutely! If you have any questions or simply want to say hello, shoot me an email at talin.avakian@massart.edu.