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Update #8: Fundraising unsuccessful-for now
Well, we've reached our end point. We didn't reach our goal but are still confident we will find a way to get this movie made. Thanks again for your support and we will keep you updated on our progress.
Quick reminder-since we didn't reach our goal the pledges have now been returned to you.
Thanks again
Eli & Eric
Update #7: coming to a close
Well, barring a miracle, it looks like we won't reach our goal. But we aren't giving up. This simply means we cannot make the film this summer as originally planned. However, the film will be made. We might try another fundraising effort at some point and if we do, trust us, we'll let you know. We still want to express our gratitude for your generosity and support. It means a ton.
To clear up any confusion, we do not keep any of your donations through kickstarter. It comes back to you since we have not raised the full $50,000 (No need to offer to send us the money anyway. No guarantees Eric won't waste it. And Eli just bought a house. The money might be used for awnings. Not really your intended purpose in giving). Again, we might be trying another fundraiser in the future and if you feel like donating at that time, we'd be happy to accept it.
All our best,
Eli & Eric
Update #6: Two weeks to go!
Thanks to Kristy's generosity, we're now at 20 backers. Still a large mountain to climb, but we're not giving up.
And we promise, if we don't make it, that doesn't mean the movie won't be made. It just means we're going to have to find other avenues.
Thanks again to you all,
Eli & Eric
Update #5: Over $7500, looking for backer #20
Thanks to some very generous contributions we're now over $7500. As you're well aware, we don't have much time left (21 days) and still have quite a ways to go before we reach our goal. So any emails or social media posts you can muster would be greatly appreciated. We have a daunting task, but we're not giving up yet.
Again, we want to express our gratitude for your generosity and support. It's very humbling and keeps us energized and working towards getting this movie made!
Best,
Eli & Eric
Update #4: Filmmaker Magazine Blog
One more little update. We were mentioned in Filmmaker Magazine's blog a couple of weeks ago (though I didn't see it until now). It's small, and essentially uses us as an example of the difficulty in raising money in the independent sector for a film about faith that isn't faith based. Uh, thanks. Nothing we don't know already, and nice to have the word getting out through a magazine stacked on my coffee table as we speak.
Here's the link
Eli
Update #3: One month to go
We have 31 days left in our fundraising drive. We're getting closer, but still have a long way to go. We cannot thank you guys enough for your support. Again, word of mouth is our best tool for raising money, so if you can help us spread the word via social networks, email, and old-fashioned word of mouth it would help even more. If you know of organizations, groups, or individuals who might be interested that we should contact, do not hesitate to drop us a line at themoviefaith@gmail.com. We are trying outreach with several different churches, blogs, and websites. The more the merrier!
We are determined to get this film made and couldn't do it without your support.
Best,
The Faith Team.
Update #2: Getting closer to $7000
We're within reach of $7000 and just wanted to thank each and every one of you. We are doing some outreach with local churches and spiritual centers to try and garner more support. Also, we are close to bringing on another producer.
As always, you can help with word-of-mouth, simply by telling others about what we're trying to do and sending them to our facebook and kickstarter pages.
We can't thank you enough for helping us get this film made and know that your support keeps our spirits buoyed and our determination strong!
Update #1: Many, many thanks
We just want to thank all of you who have given so far. We really appreciate the generosity.
We do have one little favor to ask of you however. Word of mouth is crucial for us and so the more people you can let know about the project, the better chance we have of our reaching our goals. So, if you would, pass our story on!
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This project reached the deadline without achieving its funding goal on April 16, 2010.
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Eli Daughdrill was born and raised in California’s Central Valley and regularly attended a fundamentalist Christian church much like the one featured in FAITH.
Since his first effort the short film PORTRAIT OF PARANOIA in 1998, Eli has completed three more short films and one documentary. His short CAREGIVER aired on PBS in 2004 and the documentary JONAS has played many festivals, winning Best Short Documentary in competitions in the U.S. and Australia. It is now available for purchase via Amazon.com.
Daughdrill has an MFA in Film Production and a BA in Cinema. He teaches Film Production and Film Studies at Chapman University, Santa Monica College, and Loyola Marymount University.
You can read more about his last film, JONAS, at http://www.jonasthefilm.com/