Entanglement
Los Angeles, California | Film Feature
Drama, Thriller
Written, directed, and produced by a team of Black filmmakers, Entanglement is a psychological thriller with the goal of celebrating the resilience of Black love and shining a light on mental health in the Black community.
Entanglement
Los Angeles, California | Film Feature
Drama, Thriller
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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Written, directed, and produced by a team of Black filmmakers, Entanglement is a psychological thriller with the goal of celebrating the resilience of Black love and shining a light on mental health in the Black community.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
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The Story
Donovan and Layla are recent empty nesters struggling to rebuild their marriage deeply fractured after infidelity. While Layla grapples with depression, isolation, and insecurity, Donovan works tirelessly trying to keep them financially afloat while gaining back his wife’s trust.
When Justin, a charming and sexy 21-year-old young man, rents the vacant unit of their live-in duplex, it's not long before Justin forms a bond or perhaps an obsession with Layla. When Donovan learns that Justin may not be who he says he is, he finds himself in a race against time to save his marriage and everything he’s worked desperately to regain.
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The Impact
Entanglement's creative team, including the writer, director, and producer, are all Black. Not often do we see Black protagonists at the forefront of psychological thrillers; that's why we wanted to take this opportunity to create our film.
According to UCLA's Hollywood Diversity Report from 2018, only 1.4 out of 10 leading actors in film were people of color. Representation, especially for darker-skin actors, matters. Behind the scenes, the figures are not much better.
With this movie, we want to bring awareness to two important issues to increase the representation of Black love and increase awareness of mental health issues in our community. At the end of the day, our goal is to tell authentic stories that embrace diversity and inclusion.
What We Need
Unique and diverse stories need to be told; however, we can't do it without your help. Film is a powerful platform because it reaches a wider audience. But production costs for a high-quality short film can be challenging. In order to bring our vision to life, we need to pay for things like costumes, sets, post-production, camera equipment, editing software, permits for locations -- the list goes on and on.
Pandemic
Our team will hire a COVID-19 Compliance officer, require Covid19 testing for cast and crew and require social distancing and PPE be worn on set. Since the pandemic, one in four Americans suffer from some form of mental illness. Rather than just entertain, we also want to tell people where they can get help.
We are looking to create a supportive community of people who also want to see more Black stories that differ from what we see in the media. This is why we are doing a crowdfunding campaign, for us, it is a movement to bring awareness to issues that affect the Black community and transform the narrative.
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Budget
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What You Get
Every little bit counts, and we want to personally thank each and every one of you for your contributions. When you support our campaign you have the opportunity to receive a wide variety of perks, including a personal shout-out on the film's Facebook page, a private link to view the film as soon as it's released, or even an executive producer credit!
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Ways You Can Help
In addition to backing our film financially, you can also contribute services. Simply click on the wishlist tab to find out if you are able to donate any items or services. Also, after making a pledge in any amount, please help us get the word out about our campaign and project.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Editing
Costs $2,000
Once we shoot our film, we're going to need to edit it!
Makeup & Wardrobe
Costs $1,000
To give the film and our actors the best and authentic look to their characters as possible.
Sound Mixing
Costs $1,500
Sound is an essential part to the tension of any thriller!
Camera Package
Costs $2,500
Can't make a movie without the camera!
Catering
Costs $1,500
Let's make sure our cast and crew stays happy and healthy!
Locations
Costs $2,000
We want to try and shoot at the most fitting locations possible for our film.
Lighting Equipment
Costs $2,000
Lights, camera, action!
Sound Gear
Costs $1,000
We want our audience to hear the best sound for our film.
Music
Costs $2,000
Whether it's original music or licensing iconic songs, we want to encompass our sound for the film.
Casting Director
Costs $2,500
This will allow us to cast the perfect actors that will bring our characters to life.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Writer/Producer
While Entanglement is Anasia Obioha’s first film as a writer and producer, as a seasoned communications and marketing professional, she’s always had a knack for storytelling. As a screenwriter, she strives to bring an authentic Black female voice to the screen and create characters and storylines that challenge the status quo.
Anasia studied screenwriting at UCLA’s School of Theatre, Film, and Television professional program. Anasia holds a Bachelors Degree in Journalism from Michigan State University and a Master of Business Administration Degree from Woodbury University. She is currently a Doctoral candidate in Organizational Change and Leadership program at the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education.
Executive Producer/Legal Counsel
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Igbo Obioha, Esq. is the president and founder of Obioha & Associates, an entertainment law firm in Marina del Rey, California. Igbo is a former trial attorney, who litigated cases involving intellectual property rights disputes and First Amendment matters before moving to the transactional side of entertainment law in 2004. Representative clients include award-winning writer/director Allen Sowelle, actor and filmmaker Michael Jai White, and both producers and writers involved in a number of a successful film, television and stage play projects including the television movie “The Clarke Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel”, the docuseries “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, and the stage play “Sunday Mourning”, winner of 3 NAACP Theater Awards.
In addition to negotiating deals for recording artists, writers, producers, and executives in film, television, and music, Obioha & Associates provides feature film, television, and theatre production legal services and advises on matters involving copyright and asset protection, film financing, distribution and entity formation for various media-related companies, joint ventures and partnerships. The central mission of the firm is to represent talented writers, directors, and producers with vision and potential, with a primary emphasis on content creators who are developing positive, inspirational, aspirational, and faith-based content.
Mr. Obioha is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS) and is a graduate of UCLA and USC Law School.
Director / Producer
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Founder of Son of Oakland Productions, Leon Lozano is a current participant in the Viacom Viewfinder Emerging Directors Program, a 2019 participant in "The Big Pitch" event of the Toronto International Film Festival, and a finalist for the 2020 John Singleton EmbRace LA Film competition. Lozano’s film MY FATHER BELIZE won five “Best of” festival awards internationally in 2020; notably, the film was invited to the Festival de Cannes- Short Film Corner.
In 2008 Lozano's feature film debut, SOMETHING IS KILLING TATE won twelve festival awards, and Lozano is currently in post-production on his latest feature film A LITTLE HOPE FOR CHICAGO. Lozano’s work has screened on Showtime, Netflix, Starz, ALLBLK, and BET. He also co-directed WALKING ON SUNSHINE, nominated for an NAACP Image Award in 2005. After receiving a Bachelors in Social Work from the University of California, at Berkeley, Lozano received his Masters in film & television production from the University of Southern California. He has since remained dedicated to creating powerful stories, which showcase unique characters, themes, and perspectives that challenge the established norms of cinema, television, and media.
Consultant
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Dawn Jamison has been a news journalist and writer for over 20 years. She is a motivational author and life coach. Dawn is the author of “The 8 Mistakes Women Make,” and “Reckoning Day: #MeToo Stories That Inspire You.” Dawn is co-author of “Women Everywhere Level Up and Lead,” “The Female Leader: Empowerment, Confidence and Passion,” and “The Women’s Empowerment & Confidence: 365 Daily Affirmations.” She is co-founder of Quit For Passion, which promotes entrepreneurism and pursuing your passion. Dawn is President of The Renaissance Group, an advisory and life coaching firm.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
Donovan and Layla are recent empty nesters struggling to rebuild their marriage deeply fractured after infidelity. While Layla grapples with depression, isolation, and insecurity, Donovan works tirelessly trying to keep them financially afloat while gaining back his wife’s trust.
When Justin, a charming and sexy 21-year-old young man, rents the vacant unit of their live-in duplex, it's not long before Justin forms a bond or perhaps an obsession with Layla. When Donovan learns that Justin may not be who he says he is, he finds himself in a race against time to save his marriage and everything he’s worked desperately to regain.
The Impact
Entanglement's creative team, including the writer, director, and producer, are all Black. Not often do we see Black protagonists at the forefront of psychological thrillers; that's why we wanted to take this opportunity to create our film.
According to UCLA's Hollywood Diversity Report from 2018, only 1.4 out of 10 leading actors in film were people of color. Representation, especially for darker-skin actors, matters. Behind the scenes, the figures are not much better.
With this movie, we want to bring awareness to two important issues to increase the representation of Black love and increase awareness of mental health issues in our community. At the end of the day, our goal is to tell authentic stories that embrace diversity and inclusion.
What We Need
Unique and diverse stories need to be told; however, we can't do it without your help. Film is a powerful platform because it reaches a wider audience. But production costs for a high-quality short film can be challenging. In order to bring our vision to life, we need to pay for things like costumes, sets, post-production, camera equipment, editing software, permits for locations -- the list goes on and on.
Pandemic
Our team will hire a COVID-19 Compliance officer, require Covid19 testing for cast and crew and require social distancing and PPE be worn on set. Since the pandemic, one in four Americans suffer from some form of mental illness. Rather than just entertain, we also want to tell people where they can get help.
We are looking to create a supportive community of people who also want to see more Black stories that differ from what we see in the media. This is why we are doing a crowdfunding campaign, for us, it is a movement to bring awareness to issues that affect the Black community and transform the narrative.
Budget
What You Get
Every little bit counts, and we want to personally thank each and every one of you for your contributions. When you support our campaign you have the opportunity to receive a wide variety of perks, including a personal shout-out on the film's Facebook page, a private link to view the film as soon as it's released, or even an executive producer credit!
Ways You Can Help
In addition to backing our film financially, you can also contribute services. Simply click on the wishlist tab to find out if you are able to donate any items or services. Also, after making a pledge in any amount, please help us get the word out about our campaign and project.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Editing
Costs $2,000
Once we shoot our film, we're going to need to edit it!
Makeup & Wardrobe
Costs $1,000
To give the film and our actors the best and authentic look to their characters as possible.
Sound Mixing
Costs $1,500
Sound is an essential part to the tension of any thriller!
Camera Package
Costs $2,500
Can't make a movie without the camera!
Catering
Costs $1,500
Let's make sure our cast and crew stays happy and healthy!
Locations
Costs $2,000
We want to try and shoot at the most fitting locations possible for our film.
Lighting Equipment
Costs $2,000
Lights, camera, action!
Sound Gear
Costs $1,000
We want our audience to hear the best sound for our film.
Music
Costs $2,000
Whether it's original music or licensing iconic songs, we want to encompass our sound for the film.
Casting Director
Costs $2,500
This will allow us to cast the perfect actors that will bring our characters to life.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Writer/Producer
While Entanglement is Anasia Obioha’s first film as a writer and producer, as a seasoned communications and marketing professional, she’s always had a knack for storytelling. As a screenwriter, she strives to bring an authentic Black female voice to the screen and create characters and storylines that challenge the status quo.
Anasia studied screenwriting at UCLA’s School of Theatre, Film, and Television professional program. Anasia holds a Bachelors Degree in Journalism from Michigan State University and a Master of Business Administration Degree from Woodbury University. She is currently a Doctoral candidate in Organizational Change and Leadership program at the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education.
Executive Producer/Legal Counsel
Igbo Obioha, Esq. is the president and founder of Obioha & Associates, an entertainment law firm in Marina del Rey, California. Igbo is a former trial attorney, who litigated cases involving intellectual property rights disputes and First Amendment matters before moving to the transactional side of entertainment law in 2004. Representative clients include award-winning writer/director Allen Sowelle, actor and filmmaker Michael Jai White, and both producers and writers involved in a number of a successful film, television and stage play projects including the television movie “The Clarke Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel”, the docuseries “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, and the stage play “Sunday Mourning”, winner of 3 NAACP Theater Awards.
In addition to negotiating deals for recording artists, writers, producers, and executives in film, television, and music, Obioha & Associates provides feature film, television, and theatre production legal services and advises on matters involving copyright and asset protection, film financing, distribution and entity formation for various media-related companies, joint ventures and partnerships. The central mission of the firm is to represent talented writers, directors, and producers with vision and potential, with a primary emphasis on content creators who are developing positive, inspirational, aspirational, and faith-based content.
Mr. Obioha is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS) and is a graduate of UCLA and USC Law School.
Director / Producer
Founder of Son of Oakland Productions, Leon Lozano is a current participant in the Viacom Viewfinder Emerging Directors Program, a 2019 participant in "The Big Pitch" event of the Toronto International Film Festival, and a finalist for the 2020 John Singleton EmbRace LA Film competition. Lozano’s film MY FATHER BELIZE won five “Best of” festival awards internationally in 2020; notably, the film was invited to the Festival de Cannes- Short Film Corner.
In 2008 Lozano's feature film debut, SOMETHING IS KILLING TATE won twelve festival awards, and Lozano is currently in post-production on his latest feature film A LITTLE HOPE FOR CHICAGO. Lozano’s work has screened on Showtime, Netflix, Starz, ALLBLK, and BET. He also co-directed WALKING ON SUNSHINE, nominated for an NAACP Image Award in 2005. After receiving a Bachelors in Social Work from the University of California, at Berkeley, Lozano received his Masters in film & television production from the University of Southern California. He has since remained dedicated to creating powerful stories, which showcase unique characters, themes, and perspectives that challenge the established norms of cinema, television, and media.
Consultant
Dawn Jamison has been a news journalist and writer for over 20 years. She is a motivational author and life coach. Dawn is the author of “The 8 Mistakes Women Make,” and “Reckoning Day: #MeToo Stories That Inspire You.” Dawn is co-author of “Women Everywhere Level Up and Lead,” “The Female Leader: Empowerment, Confidence and Passion,” and “The Women’s Empowerment & Confidence: 365 Daily Affirmations.” She is co-founder of Quit For Passion, which promotes entrepreneurism and pursuing your passion. Dawn is President of The Renaissance Group, an advisory and life coaching firm.