Tragedy, Loss, and Grief
Our Story
David, an elementary school boy, died in a school shooting after believing his last promise was broken. He is given a chance to revisit parts of his life, to reflect on those around him, and to find closure with his family.
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The Inspiration
This is the story of many who’ve experienced the fear or tragedy of losing loved ones and friends to unnecessary violence. An issue that is prevalent in our current society.
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Our Goal
Our goal is to raise $35,000 to fund the production of this film, from pre-production to post. Also, donations will help us submit the finished film to various festivals. We intend to showcase our film at various festivals. With your contributions, we can showcase our crew’s abilities and potential as the next generation of filmmakers.
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Your Donations
How you can help
Location (permits, insurance, transportation, etc.)
Casting (casting director, talent, extras, studio teacher, etc.)
Rentals (camera, audio, grip and electric, expendables, etc.)
Art (production design, wardrobe, hair, makeup, etc.)
Catering and Craft Services (to feed our hardworking cast and crew!)
COVID Enforcement (PPE, cleaning supplies, testing, etc.)
and much more!
CONTRIBUTIONS TO YOUR PROMISE ARE 100% TAX DEDUCTIBLE. THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE FOUNDATION IS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION 501 (C)(3) PUBLIC BENEFIT CALIFORNIA CORPORATION.
To donate internationally, please use this link: https://engage.csun.edu/your_promise_intl
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The Crew
Writer and Director — Haoqian “Eric” He
Co-Director — Ricardo Medina
Producer — Charles Lai
Producer — Fernanda Zaragoza
Producer — Desmond Loh Jun Tian
1st AD — Scott Tan
2nd AD — Hector Velazquez
2nd 2nd AD — India Sides
Script Supervisor — Martin Avina
Director of Photography — Joyfiana Venessa Suryakusuma
Camera Operator — Cher Martinez
1st AC — Kuan Wei Yu
2nd AC — Jason Paullus
Gaffer — Nareh Dovlatyan
Best Boy —Tyler Jones-Juarez
Best Grip — Jackson Geary
Key Grip —Josh Ratti
G&E Swing — Hye Young Ra
Grip — Charissa Legoh
Editor — Oscar Jimenez
Editor — Ram Margalit
DIT — Oscar Jimenez
VFX Artist — Ram Margalit
Production Sound Mixer — Tzu-ni “Nina” Guo
Sound Boom Op — Josh Corbin-Tomlinson
Sound Utility — Chloë Benz
Sound Utility — Tad Miller
Post Sound Editor — Chris Woodland
Post Sound Foley — Mickey Hao
Production Designer — Pyae “Cindy” Phyo Pying
Art Director — MJ Garza
Set Dresser — Meiling Liu
Art Key PA — Charissa Legoh
Head of BTS and Editor — Denise Maldonado
BTS photographer — Jose Ubaya
BTS Videographer — Nicholas Tjen
Music Composer — Steven Han
Music Composer — Shuyu Hen
Follow us on Instagram: @yourpromisefilm
Visit our website for more info:
https://www.yourpromiseshortfilm.com/
Every step matters to make this story come to life, thank you for your contribution.
Thanks for supporting "Your Promise", with this contribution we'll shout you out on our Instagram, @yourpromisefilm.
With this tier, you can access the groundwork of "Your Promise" which includes artwork, storyboards, concept art, and the proposal. (Includes previous tiers)
With this tier, you can get access to behind-the-scenes and sneak peeks before the film hits its festival runs and is released to the public (Includes previous tiers).
A personalized thank you letter will be sent to you! It will include art and a personalized message from our directors. (Includes previous tiers)
Reserve a spot among the numerous memorial card displays on David's table with your name or your organization's name! After production, we will ship this prop to you. (Includes previous tiers)
With this tier, your name will be shown off in the "Special Thanks" section of our film's end credits! (Includes previous tiers)
To thank you for your contribution, you can receive a prop and a copy of the script both from the film signed by the directors. (Includes previous tiers)
For this enormous contribution, your name will be credited as an Executive Producer. Thank you!