Kick Back is an independent short film being produced in San Diego in early 2025. We’re looking for financial support in order to make this movie the best it can possibly be.

Kick Back – What’s it about?

Jimmy has felt stuck ever since he lost his final elementary school kickball game to Laura. Now, she’s super successful, and he’s stuck refreshing LinkedIn. At his elementary school’s demolition/pizza party reunion, they decide to rematch that fateful kickball game. Will Jimmy prove that he’s not a loser? Or will he discover that maybe, just maybe, kickball is less about the grudge, and more about the fun of the game.

What you can do to help make this a reality?

Donate!

What will we use your donations for?

Every cent raised will go towards production costs, including:

Location rentals

Equipment rentals

Feeding our cast and crew

Props and costumes

Safety

... and of course, Kickballs!

All Donors will receive a big THANK YOU in the Credits!

Who Are We?

Our team is headed by Ashley Jones and Jalal Jaffer, two UCSD Alumns with experience in film direction and production. This film is also supported by the Jump Cutters Production Fellowship.

Follow us on Instagram @kickback.film