Support 'The Last Session': A Story of Love and Acceptance

About the Film:

Our film is about a very important topic within the South Asian diaspora—the generational gap and the loneliness that comes with it. It tells the story of an older Sardar Jee, living in Los Angeles who hires a young Indian guy to spend time with him. As their friendship grows, they must confront their differing values. By exploring both perspectives, this heartfelt story fosters understanding and sparks meaningful dialogue between both generations within our community.

Our Message:

Our film is about love and acceptance. Each new generation brings its own set of values, and both younger and older generations often struggle to understand and accept one another. Adapting to new cultures adds another layer of complexity, introducing values that can differ greatly from those of older generations. In trying to protect their identities, both sides can feel threatened.

While our culture is rich in love and deep relationships, these differences sometimes make it hard to bridge the gap—especially between the old and new generations. Through this film, we aim to share the message that if we set our differences aside, we can find acceptance across generations.

Our Achievement:

The script for 'The Last Session' was one of the top three finalists at the Tasveer Film Fund 2023, which is supported by Netflix. Tasveer is the only Oscar-qualifying film festival in the USA.

Timeline:

As a short film, we have a tight timeline to complete everything in the next three months. Filming will take place in October, with our cast and crew fully prepared to bring the story to life. In November, we’ll dive into post-production, including editing and sound design, to craft the final cut. By December, the film will be ready for submission to festivals. With your support, we can stay on track and share this meaningful story with the world.

Where will the funds Go?

The funds raised will directly support the production of the film. This includes covering key expenses such as equipment rentals, location fees, and paying our dedicated cast and crew. Additionally, funds will go toward post-production services, including editing, sound design, and color grading, ensuring the film is completed to the highest standard. Your contribution will also help with distribution costs, enabling us to submit the film to festivals and share this important story with a wider audience.

Screenings & Distribution:

We plan to submit our film to various South Asian film festivals, as well as other prestigious festivals, to reach a broader audience. In addition, we will organize community screenings in USA, Canada, UK, India & Pakistan, creating spaces for meaningful conversations around the film's themes. Collaborating with community organizations and institutions, we aim to encourage engagement and dialogue, ensuring that the film resonates with those it represents. Your support will help us bring this important story to the community and beyond.

Rewards:

Thank You Shout-Out: For each donation, you will receive a personalized thank-you message and recognition on the donor's list in the film's credits.

Private Link: If you donate $250, you will receive a private link of the film right after competition.

Exclusive Screening Invitation: If you donate $750, you'll receive an invitation to a private screening of the film, allowing you to connect with the cast and crew.

Associate Producer Credit: If you donate $5,000, you will receive an Executive Producer credit in the film, along with a special mention in our promotional materials.

Executive Producer Credit: If you donate $10,000, you will receive an Executive Producer credit in the film, along with a special mention in our promotional materials.