lingering
by Sarah J. Sommers

Sarah J. Sommers
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lingering
by Sarah J. Sommers
Sarah J. Sommers
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When their single mother flies the younger home as a surprise, two estranged sisters are forced to confront past traumas. Told through the lens of a broken family of women, Lingering stresses the importance of community and seeing past differences to support one another.
When their single mother flies the younger home as a surprise, two estranged sisters are forced to confront past traumas. Told through the lens of a broken family of women, Lingering stresses the importance of community and seeing past differences to support one another.
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Mission Statement
This slice of life film gives a voice to regular women in their mid-twenties who are struggling emotionally, physically, psychologically, or are simply just lost. To highlight the theme of women coming together to support each other, Lingering will feature a full female cast and crew.About The Project
Lingering tells the story of Ava, a young woman in her mid-twenties, who is living at home incapable of moving on to the next chapter of her life. Over a long weekend with her sister Nicole and mother Dee, Ava learns to see beyond herself for a sense of direction.
After a devastating injury destroys her gymnastics career, Ava feels lost and depressed, spending most of her time drinking herself numb. Then Dee surprises Ava by flying her sister Nicole home. Feelings of jealousy, competition, and unresolved anger bubble to the surface. Ava immediately thinks Dee brought Nicole home for an intervention.
The family spends the entire weekend bickering and pushing each other’s buttons until Dee has finally had enough. She confesses the real reason she flew Nicole home: to tell her daughters together that she has cancer. After that emotional bombshell, Ava takes the first step toward mending her relationship with Nicole as they come together to support Dee.
There is a period in our mid-twenties when the rulebook is completely thrown out the window. Suddenly we are on our own, looking for jobs, trying to provide for ourselves, maybe our parents are guiding us and maybe they aren’t; it is a very stressful time for young women. Especially in today’s political climate where the very definition of what it means to be a “young woman” is rapidly changing. And this time becomes even more stressful with the presence of trauma.
Writer/Director Sarah J. Sommers understands this trauma. When Sarah graduated from college, her mother was diagnosed with cancer. Sarah’s life blew up. Seeing the strongest woman she knew at her weakest while remaining a strong support system was the most emotionally difficult thing Sarah has ever done. Luckily, Sarah’s mom beat cancer! Yay! Three years later, Sarah is committed and excited to share this story with the world and hopes that other people in similar situations will find it inspiring and comforting.
This film is important to our team because at its core Lingering is about strength and community. Without a community around us, traumas and obstacles of any kind are incredibly difficult to overcome. But having a community and support, especially within the family unit, can save you. This is why we chose to crowdfund this film. When we all come together we can make incredible things!
When watching Lingering you should feel like you are sitting at the kitchen table with Ava, Nicole, and Dee. We are aiming for a natural, soft, almost voyeuristic feel. That means natural lighting, simple costumes, heavy production design authentic to the world of these women, and incredible acting by our wonderful actresses. Similar to what you would see in Like Crazy, Lady Bird, Fleabag or The Florida Project.
Thank you for all your generous contributions, follows, shares and likes!! We greatly appreciate your support. We are so glad you have decided to join us on this journey to make Lingering!
Incentives
$10
shout out & thank you
We can't thank you enough, really. Our director will send you a personalized thank you as well as thank you publically on social media so all the world can see how awesome you are. Again, thank you!
$25
haiku for you
Our director happens to be a published poet and will write you a personalized haiku about whatever you choose. This will be delivered as a cool graphic for you to share with the world!
$50
collaboration & distribution
You will be part of the poll to decide what the name of the bar will be that the characters in the film attend! That's right, you will help decide something that will be in the movie.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
$100
succulent from set
When production is complete, we will send you one of the succulents used during filming. A piece of our set and our film will be yours forever!
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
Claimed: 15 of 70
$200
pop-socket
You will receive a special limited edition pop-socket so you can take a bit of the film with you wherever you go.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
Claimed: 3 of 30
$500
script notes or autographs
You have a script but need notes to move on to the next draft. Our director (who is notorious for writing 10 pages of notes on scripts) will read your script and give you written feedback. OR if you don't have a script, you will receive a copy of Lingering's script with autographs from the cast and crew.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
$1,000
extra on set
Ever wanted to be in a movie? Well now, you can! You will be an extra and get to experience what it's really like to be on a film set. And hey, maybe you'll even find your new calling.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
$2,000
executive producer & premiere
You will be an executive producer on the film! AND will be invited to our premiere! Hello red carpet!
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
$5,000
coffee for a year
The most important thing on a film set: COFFEE! You will receive two bags of beans every month for a year! You'll never be tired again.
You will also receive an executive producer credit and be invited to the premiere.
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
Claimed: 0 of 2
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
shout out & thank you
We can't thank you enough, really. Our director will send you a personalized thank you as well as thank you publically on social media so all the world can see how awesome you are. Again, thank you!
$25
haiku for you
Our director happens to be a published poet and will write you a personalized haiku about whatever you choose. This will be delivered as a cool graphic for you to share with the world!
$50
collaboration & distribution
You will be part of the poll to decide what the name of the bar will be that the characters in the film attend! That's right, you will help decide something that will be in the movie.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
$100
succulent from set
When production is complete, we will send you one of the succulents used during filming. A piece of our set and our film will be yours forever!
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
Claimed: 15 of 70
$200
pop-socket
You will receive a special limited edition pop-socket so you can take a bit of the film with you wherever you go.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
Claimed: 3 of 30
$500
script notes or autographs
You have a script but need notes to move on to the next draft. Our director (who is notorious for writing 10 pages of notes on scripts) will read your script and give you written feedback. OR if you don't have a script, you will receive a copy of Lingering's script with autographs from the cast and crew.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
$1,000
extra on set
Ever wanted to be in a movie? Well now, you can! You will be an extra and get to experience what it's really like to be on a film set. And hey, maybe you'll even find your new calling.
You will also receive a password protected digital link to the film.
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
$2,000
executive producer & premiere
You will be an executive producer on the film! AND will be invited to our premiere! Hello red carpet!
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
$5,000
coffee for a year
The most important thing on a film set: COFFEE! You will receive two bags of beans every month for a year! You'll never be tired again.
You will also receive an executive producer credit and be invited to the premiere.
[travel to and accommodation in LA will not be provided]
Claimed: 0 of 2
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About This Team
The Lingering Team consists of a bunch of badass women who are experts in their given fields. We are coming together from different backgrounds and upbringings to tell this very personal story, which we hope will resonate with anyone who feels stuck, confused, or lost.
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