Nobody Loves a Genius Child
by Phil Foster
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Nobody Loves a Genius Child
by Phil Foster
Phil Foster
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After the appearance of his estranged mother threatens to derail his highly-anticipated sophomore exhibition, the art world's newest rising star takes drastic measures to maintain his credibility among the adoring public.
After the appearance of his estranged mother threatens to derail his highly-anticipated sophomore exhibition, the art world's newest rising star takes drastic measures to maintain his credibility among the adoring public.
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Inclusion Statement
Our diverse cast and crew represents the melting pot of cultures that make up the greater Atlanta community. Lisle's love interest, Luciana, personifies the idealistic artist more interested in creating social awareness than a lucrative personal brand.About The Project
Award-winning writer/director, Phil Foster, seeks funding for his GSU Master's thesis. Production will begin early March 2019. This campaign will empower us to execute our production plan to its fullest potential and allow us to submit the film to the best local and national festivals.
Nobody Loves a Genius Child is a short psychological thriller that chronicles 48-hours in the life of the art world’s newest rising star. Lisle has quickly risen the ranks as a prolific painter, producing raw and abrasive work. He’s been marketed as the bad boy, a hard partying womanizer with a troubled past.
Lisle’s mother, a fading beauty who’s fallen on hard financial times, seizes upon the recent success of her son. She attempts to blackmail Lisle for the proceeds of his upcoming show by threatening to reveal damaging information he's long kept secret.
We’ll explore why so often truly talented artists are stepped over for more marketable personalities and the motivations of those who enter the artistic realm with less than admirable intentions.
(Artwork by Travis Lindquist)
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As the late, great Philip Seymour Hoffman said, "The film is made in the editing room."
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$5
Appreciation
We will be forever grateful for your contribution and you'll receive updates throughout the filmmaking process.
$10
Tip of the Hat
Receive a big shoutout in the credits of the film + APPRECIATION.
$25
Early Access + Custom Photo
Receive a private link to view the film online PLUS one of a kind photo.
(Tell us your favorite artist, past or present + social media)
+ TIP OF THE HAT + APPRECIATION
$50
Private Screening
You'll be personally invited to attend a private screening of the film
+ LINK TO FILM + TIP OF THE HAT + APPRECIATION
$100
Featured Extra/Set Visit
Work as a featured extra in a party or exhibition scene.
OR
Visit set to see the filmmakers in action.
+ PRIVATE SCREENING + LINK TO FILM + TIP OF THE HAT + APPRECIATION
$250
Contribute to Final Cut
As the late, great Philip Seymour Hoffman said, "The film is made in the editing room."
You'll have the unique opportunity to help shape the final cut. Receive exclusive access to early edits and submit feedback via online questionnaire + FEATURED EXTRA/SET VISIT + PRIVATE SCREENING + ONLINE LINK + TIP OF THE HAT + APPRECIATION
$500
Producer Credit
We see you and we're truly blown away by your contribution! You'll receive an Associate Producer credit on our film + CONTRIBUTE TO FINAL CUT + FEATURED EXTRA/SET VISIT + PRIVATE SCREENING + ONLINE LINK + TIP OF THE HAT + APPRECIATION
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About This Team
Phil Foster - Writer/Director
As a second year graduate student on Georgia State University’s film production track, Phil has written and directed both fiction and non-fiction documentaries and short films. His most recent film, Trois, took home the award for Best Fiction at the 2018 GSU Film Festival. Phil has studied the Meisner method with Burgess Jenkin’s Actor’s Group and under Sharon Foote at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA.
Ryan Beddingfield - Assistant Director
Ryan Beddingfield, recent graduate of GSU’s M.A. film program, has written and directed both documentary and fictional shorts. Ryan recently directed Phil Foster in his own Master's Thesis film titled, Lost in Ocilla. The science fiction short featured a southern gothic flare and is anticipating an upcoming festival run. Ryan’s attention to detail and coordinating accumen will be integral to the production process.
Antonio Garcia - Director of Photography
Antonio Garcia recently graduated as a dual-degree student from Georgia State’s film production program. Antonio has worked as Director of Photography on experimental and fictional short films. His films have screened at the GSU Film Festival and internationally at the Cannes Film Festival.
Anna Norman - 1st Assistant Camera
Anna Norman, a 2nd year student on Georgia State University’s film production track, works as a freelance photographer and cinematographer throughout the state of Georgia. She worked as 1st A/C on Ryan Beddingfield’s, Lost in Ocilla, and proved to be a great collaborator throughout the production process.
Nico Cunningham - SteadiCam/Camera Operator
Nico's first films were stop-motion animation he made as a kid. Having discovered his passion early on in life, he's had the opportunity to experiment in almost every aspect of production. He eventually settled on working as a freelance cinematographer and chooses projects with a strong emphasis on visual aesthetics.
Phil Noble - Gaffer
“Big Phil” Noble will round out the production team as Gaffer. Phil has worked as an Electrician with IATSE Local 479 and has used his lighting design expertise and execution on such shows as Stranger Things and Ozark. Phil will be an invaluable asset to the team and will be responsible for the Neo-noir lighting design of the opening scene.
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