Suicide Prevention Through A Documentary - Film
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Hello everyone,
I'm Ewood, a British-French singer, actor and dancer based in London. I'm raising funds to create a documentary/film about Mental Health in the UK and France.
My first single, "I Don't Know," which you can listen to via the link below, will be the soundtrack to the film.
The song is about facing your demons, grieving, forgiveness, taking responsibility for your actions, and fighting for a better life. I hope it can help those going through tough times, as I know firsthand the pain of losing a loved one to suicide and struggling with depression and dysphonia. Join us in shedding light on mental health and advocating for suicide prevention through this documentary, offering insights and actionable ideas to decrease suicide rates.
Mental health is incredibly important to me, and I want to help raise awareness through a new 90-minute documentary called "I Don't Know How I Feel." The film addresses the challenges of mental health, aiming to be a resource for everyone, with a special focus on prevention for young adults, and those navigating difficult times.
It's crucial to prioritize your own mental health before caring for others, and this documentary will highlight that message. Our society faces widespread challenges including suicide, depression, mental breakdowns, burnout, toxic environments, bullying, sexual abuse, and anxiety, which impact individuals across all demographics and life stages.
Regardless of your wealth, gender, or race, mental health matters to everyone.
"I Don't Know How I Feel" will feature a diverse range of speakers sharing their stories and experiences with mental health.
Among the guests; there will be :
Steve Phillip
He lost his son Jordan; he committed suicide in December 2019. Steve created a foundation and raise Awareness on Suicide Prevention.
Kasia Halani
She lost her son Jakub on February 2, 2023; he committed suicide. Kasia advocates for Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention with her charity.
Agathe Lemaitre
She lost her sister. She wrote a book; The Book of Liane.
The book is available on all platforms.
“The diaries found in her sister's apartment after her suicide allowed Agathe Lemaitre to put her grief into words. The Book of Liane is a moving story to free speech." Agathe is an activist against School Bullying.
https://www.amazon.fr/Livre-Liane-Agathe-Lemaitre/dp/B0BRPS9MVD?fbclid=PAAaYb-jIf64kpyLC0SXXMSnnoeS8Vq5tySk9xm3e3h1zngpK0p82ejoUOivc
As the narrator, I'll guide viewers through the film's powerful message. To make this project a reality and bring it to a wide audience, I need to work with a team of professionals, including camera operators, a director of photography, lighting and sound experts, editors, and producers.
To cover the costs of these essential team members, as well as filming, the editing process, promotion, travel, and accommodations for guests outside of London, I'm seeking to raise £30,000.
Your donation will make a significant impact on this project and help us bring attention to the critical issue of mental health.
Self-Funding and Transparency
I've decided to self-fund this project using my earnings from my work as an artist. However, despite my best efforts, I need additional support to bring this documentary to life. I want to assure you that I will maintain complete transparency regarding every aspect of the project's finances. You will receive regular updates on how your contributions are being used, ensuring that you're always informed about the impact of your support.
Why Your Help Matters
While I'm committed to covering a significant portion of the costs myself, I genuinely cannot do this alone. Your contributions will be instrumental in helping me cover essential expenses.
Every donation, no matter how small, will bring us closer to sharing this important story with the world.
Join the Journey
By supporting this documentary, you're not only helping to create a film; you're contributing to a broader conversation about mental health in the UK. Your involvement will help raise awareness and support those who are struggling. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that this critical issue remains at the forefront of public discourse.
A high-quality TV documentary with a running time of 90 minutes can range from tens of thousands to several hundred thousand pounds or even more. Here are some potential cost considerations:
Key production costs to consider:
Crew costs: A standard 3-person crew (camera, sound, producer) could cost £1,000-£1,500 per day.
Director of Photography: £450-£850 per day.
Editor: £250-£650 per day, with editing time for a 90-minute documentary estimated at 9-12 weeks.
1. Pre-production: This includes research, scripting, storyboarding, and planning. Costs for pre-production can vary depending on the complexity of the subject matter and the amount of research required.
2. Production: This involves shooting the documentary footage, which includes expenses for crew, equipment, travel, permits, location fees, and any necessary props. The number of shooting days and the size of the crew will impact the overall cost.
3. Post-production: This phase includes editing, sound design, color correction, graphics, and sometimes animation. The complexity of the post-production process can significantly affect the cost.
4. Narration and voice-over: If you plan to have a narrator or voice-over artist, there will be additional costs for hiring a professional voice actor and recording studio.
5. Music and licensing: Acquiring the rights to use music, archival footage, or other copyrighted materials in the documentary may involve licensing fees.
6. Marketing and distribution: Once the documentary is complete, there may be costs associated with promoting and distributing it to television networks, streaming platforms, or film festivals.
I'm reaching out to the everyone for support in making this documentary a reality.
Your contribution means the world to us. It's essential that the film is of professional quality and fit for broadcast. I'm eager to start filming as soon as possible.
Please take a moment to listen and watch my interviews below, where I discuss the documentary. My goal is to raise awareness and have the film broadcast on television in the UK and France , as well as used to benefit teenagers in schools across the UK and France.
Podcast on the Rich In Success show presented by Matt Ramsden & Matt Hall.
Moments of Clarity With Tiffany: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFRYep1SIqw
heCast - Official podcast of HeChangedIt:
I'm grateful for any amount you can contribute, large or small, to help make this project happen. As a thank you, I'll invite all donors to a private screening of the finished documentary, where you'll have the exclusive privilege of seeing it first. Plus, your name will be included in the credits section at the end of the film.
Thank you for your support in shedding light on mental health.
Ewood
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