
About this project
Something "TASTY, SEXY, GRITTY, BEAUTIFUL and REAL" is being cooked up by acclaimed chef, Phillip Frankland Lee.
Watch the teaser trailer right here:
"An intimate story taking audiences into the battlefield of the professional kitchen exploring the intertwining passions of FOOD, LOVE, and SEX... In short, the life of a ... COOK … A film written and directed by award winning Chef Phillip Frankland Lee."
Our film has a full cast and crew of industry professionals excited to go on this adventure. We just need YOU to help us complete our budget and keep us on track for principle photography in April 2012 !! Our Teaser/Trailer above gives you a taste of the high quality of work we are producing.
JUST ON SCRIPT AND IDEA ALONE our independent film already has a distribution deal for a wide theatrical release SECURED. Through private investors, half our budget is in place and we have chosen Kickstarter to complete our budget and include YOU on our journey towards making film history.
BACKERS CAN CHOOSE FROM A WEALTH OF PERKS WE ARE HAPPY TO OFFER!! Check out the column to the right and choose one that is right for you!!
IN LOS ANGELES ON JAN. 28TH? YOU ARE INVITED to our RED CARPET FUNDRAISER EVENT. Check out details below & RSVP your tickets!!

MEET THE CAST:Adam Christy (SWING MAN), Arielle Kebbel (90120, JOHN TUCKER MUST DIE), Lindsey Mckeon (SUPERNATURAL, ONE TREE HILL), Brian Goodman (MUNICH, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN), Phil Abrams (GREYS ANATOMY, LOST) … and many more!!
FILM MAKERS TALK ABOUT “COOK”
GO BEHIND THE SCENES WITH THE CAST AND CREW
Local Chefs support “COOK” YOU should too!!! James Trees and Jon Butler (FIG at the FAIRMONT MARIMAR HOTEL), Leo Bongarra (TOWNSHIP), Kevin Van (PROVIDENCE), Mark Gold and Rob Trester (EVA RESTAURANT), Joel Miller (CLEO RESTAURANT), Eddie Perez (HATFIELD'S RESTAURANT) Alex Carasco (WHIST at the VICEROY HOTEL) all helped make this possible, and we thank them tremendously for there continuos support.
We would love to have your support TOO!!! HELP US REACH OUR GOAL with a minimum pledge of only ONE DOLLAR!!!
If times are tight don't sweat it! Tweeting, Blogging, and Posting on Facebook are all great ways to help make this film a success!!!!
WE THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOU SUPPORT AND REMIND YOU THAT ONLY THROUGH THE HELP OF KICKSTARTER WILL THIS MOVIE BECOME A SUCCESS!
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Backers
$19,661
pledged of $65,000 goal
Funding Canceled
Funding for this project was canceled by the project creator on January 31.
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A very special Thank You in the end credits of the theatrical film release.
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Get 3 months free access to Foodfolio Pro (normally $9.99/mo). A great way to store, share and discover recipes. A goodie for any food lover. http://foodfolio.net + thank you in end credits
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Receive a link to the entire "making of the trailer" + A very special Thank You in the end credits of the theatrical film release
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COOK T-Shirt + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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A signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Signed copy of BLU RAY + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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LOS ANGELES FUNDRAISER EVENT TICKET: Come join the cast & crew on JAN. 28th in Los Angeles for our red carpet fundraising event. Food, music, open bar, and more! Full details: http://ow.ly/8sJXD
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A COOK T-shirt + signed DVD +"making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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COOK T-Shirt + Signed copy of BLU RAY + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Appear as an Extra (non speaking roll) on the set of the film in Los Angeles (transportation not included) + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Receive a Limited Addition CHEF COAT with COOK logo along with your name embroidered on the coat (w/ certificate of authenticity) + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Appear on camera and deliver between 1 and 3 lines in the film (at directors discretion) + Join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Receive a Signed copy of the script + Join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Appear on camera as YOUR SELF (and you will be addressed as so) and exchange between 1 and three lines (at directors discretion) with the lead in the film + join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Name a character after yourself or a loved one + join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Receive an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER credit + Enjoy dinner at the restaurant of your choice (or let Phillip choose) with writer/ director/ chef Philip Lee to pick his brains over just about anything you'd like (valid ANYWHERE in the United States) + join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 2 seats at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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THE CHEFS TABLE PACKAGE: You and 7 friends will be wined and dined at your home (or private residence of your choice). You will enjoy the company of the two main Leads in the film over a 10 course tasting menu that will be cooked on site by Chef, Writer and Director Phillip Lee, After the meal, your party will enjoy a private screening of the film with Phillip and the two stars + Receive a ASSOCIATE PRODUCER credit + join the cast and crew with 1 guest for the wrap party of the film in the Hollywood Hills + 1 seat at a dinner for cast and crew after the film has wrapped including chef / director Phillip Lee + 1 VIP ticket to hollywood screening of the film + appear as an Extra on the set of the film in Los Angeles + a COOK T-shirt + signed DVD + "making of the trailer" + Thank You in end credits
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Phillip Frankland Lee was born into a family in the Entertainment Business in Los Angeles. Named after his grandfather, award winning Actor/ Comedian PHIL SILVERS, Phillip began acting in commercials as a child. In his teens, Phillip moved to music, where he became the youngest endorsee of DW DRUMS at age 14. In between tours with his band, Phillip got a job washing dishes for his godmothers catering company, where he fell in love with food. 2 years later, Phillip quit his bands and began taking cooking seriously, he has since gone on to work in some of the best restaurants in the world. Phillip has competed in 7 culinary competitions to date, receiving 5 gold medals and 1 silver. To see what the critics were saying about Phillip and his food, click the link below that says WOLF CUISINE.