Steps
Steps
The disease of addiction is surrounded by stigma and misconception. STEPS aims to humanize this disease and tell the story of those who suffer in an honest way. Please help us share the stories of those who suffer.
The disease of addiction is surrounded by stigma and misconception. STEPS aims to humanize this disease and tell the story of those who suffer in an honest way. Please help us share the stories of those who suffer.
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Avenida Productions
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Inclusion Statement
The disease of addiction does not discriminate, ignoring race, religion, class, socio-economics, gender, as well as sexual orientation. With a female writer and a diverse cast, we will illuminate addiction’s lack of discrimination.About The Project
The film STEPS follows the lives of 6 people throughout three decades in New York City who's lives intersect as they battle the disease of addiction and fight for their recovery.
Based on our real life experiences and those of friends and fellow addicts we met along the way, the goal of this film is to take an honest look at addiction without judgement, stereotypes, or bias. We aim to ultimately transform the conversation about this disease from one of preconceived notion to one of understanding and objectivity.
I wrote this script as a reflection of my experience as an addict and through my continued journey of sobriety. Addiction is something that I have not allowed to define me, however, has greatly shaped me. As millions of people continue to be affected by the disease, I want to share my story and the story of others in hopes of transforming the conversation about addiction.
Addiction is a disease like any other, though addicts are often treated as though it is not. We want to humanize and recatergorize this disease. Like any other illness anyone and everyone can be affected.
Substance addiction is a growing epidemic that affects over 20 million Americans every year. Recently, the number of deaths caused by drugs and alcohol have rapidly grown to record breaking numbers. In 2016, over 64,000 people died in America from drug overdoses. That amount was a 19% increase from 2015. The CDC has also recorded that, on average, 91 Americans die every day from an opoid overdose. This means the yearly number of deaths from opoids has quadrupled since 1999. Alcoholism is also growing faster each year, with an average of one in every eight people qualifying for alcohol use disorder. Substance addiction is a rising epidemic that affects addicts and their loved ones. You can go to www.recovery.org for information and resources on how to help.
With the epidemic of drug use only increasing, we hope to produce this film in order to show a true depiction into the lives of those who are suffering.
The funds raised during this campaign will go towards the production of the film. Set to take place in New York City we are commited to having an inclusive cast that covers the diversity of people suffering from addiction.
We hope we can count on your support. Join our movement at www.HelpFundSteps.com
Incentives
$5
Thank you!
A thank you from us for your contribution!
$10
Facebook Shoutout
Get a shout-out on our Facebook page thanking you for your support! (Please send us a link to your FB when contibuting)
$25
Digital Poster
You will recieve a digital poster for the film and a shout-out on Facebook!
$50
Exclusive Link to Digitally Stream the Film
You will be one of the first ones to see the film! Get a private link to stream STEPS, as well as a digital poster and a special shout-out on our Facebook Page.
$100
Autographed Steps T-shirt
We're grateful for your support.
For this contribution, you will receive a link to stream the film and a Steps T-shirt autographed by Cara & Jesse.
Claimed: 16 of 250
$100
Get the Script!
We are grateful for your support! At this level, you will receive a PDF of the film's script, an exclusive private link to stream the film once it's finished, a digital poster, and a shout-out on our Facebook page.
$250
A Q & A with Cara Santana and Jesse Metcalfe
Be a part of the conversation! You will be invited to take part in a special Google Hangout session with Cara and Jesse!
Other items include:
-Access to a PDF of the script
-Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-Digital poster
-Shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 2 of 50
$500
Be thanked in the credits!
See your name on the big screen! You will be a part of the film and see your name at the ending credits under "Special Thanks".
Other Items include:
-Google hangouts Q&A with Cara and Jesse
-Access to the PDF of the script
-An exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-A shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 7 of 100
$1,000
Attend the film's premiere in LA or NYC!
We couldn't have made this film without your support, that's why we want to celebrate with you. Join us a the premiere either in LA or NYC! (transportation not included)
Items also include:
- Associate Producer credit at the end credits of the film
- Access to a PDF of the film
- An exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Digital Poster
- Shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 3 of 20
$2,500
Have coffee with Cara Santana or Jesse Metcalfe!
Items include:
-Grab a coffee with your choice of Cara or Jesse (transportation not included)
-Attend the film's premiere in LA (transportation not included)
-Associate producer credit in the film and on IMDB
-An autographed PDF of the script
-Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-Printed autographed poster
-Video shout-out from @CaraASantana on Instagram
Claimed: 1 of 10
$5,000
Spend a day on set!
You will get to spend a day on the set of the film and have lunch with Cara & Jesse (transportation not included)
Items also include:
- 2 VIP Tickets to the film's premiere in LA or NYC
- Associate Producer credit at the end of the film and on IMDB
- Google hangouts session with Jesse Metcalfe and Cara Santana
- An autographed PDF of the script
- Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Printed autographed Poster
- Shout-out on Cara or Jesse's Facebook or Instagram pages
Claimed: 0 of 10
$7,500
Be in the movie!
Have the opportunity to play a featured speaking role in the film. Join the screen with other talented actors to bring our story to life.
Other Items Included:
- 2 VIP tickets to the premiere in Los Angeles or New York (Transportation Not Included)
- A private link to stream the film.
- An autographed copy of the script.
- IMDB credit and in the ending credits of the film.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$10,000
Executive Producer Credit
At this level, you will receive Executive Producer credit on IMDB and in the closing credits of the film.
Items also include:
- 2 VIP tickets to the film's premiere in LA or NYC (transportation not included)
- Google hangout Q&A session with Jesse Metcalfe and Cara Santana
- An autographed PDF of the script
- Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Printed autographed poster
- Shout-out on Cara and Jesse's Facebook or Instagram pages
- Spend a day on the set
Claimed: 0 of 5
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
Thank you!
A thank you from us for your contribution!
$10
Facebook Shoutout
Get a shout-out on our Facebook page thanking you for your support! (Please send us a link to your FB when contibuting)
$25
Digital Poster
You will recieve a digital poster for the film and a shout-out on Facebook!
$50
Exclusive Link to Digitally Stream the Film
You will be one of the first ones to see the film! Get a private link to stream STEPS, as well as a digital poster and a special shout-out on our Facebook Page.
$100
Autographed Steps T-shirt
We're grateful for your support.
For this contribution, you will receive a link to stream the film and a Steps T-shirt autographed by Cara & Jesse.
Claimed: 16 of 250
$100
Get the Script!
We are grateful for your support! At this level, you will receive a PDF of the film's script, an exclusive private link to stream the film once it's finished, a digital poster, and a shout-out on our Facebook page.
$250
A Q & A with Cara Santana and Jesse Metcalfe
Be a part of the conversation! You will be invited to take part in a special Google Hangout session with Cara and Jesse!
Other items include:
-Access to a PDF of the script
-Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-Digital poster
-Shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 2 of 50
$500
Be thanked in the credits!
See your name on the big screen! You will be a part of the film and see your name at the ending credits under "Special Thanks".
Other Items include:
-Google hangouts Q&A with Cara and Jesse
-Access to the PDF of the script
-An exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-A shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 7 of 100
$1,000
Attend the film's premiere in LA or NYC!
We couldn't have made this film without your support, that's why we want to celebrate with you. Join us a the premiere either in LA or NYC! (transportation not included)
Items also include:
- Associate Producer credit at the end credits of the film
- Access to a PDF of the film
- An exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Digital Poster
- Shout-out on Facebook
Claimed: 3 of 20
$2,500
Have coffee with Cara Santana or Jesse Metcalfe!
Items include:
-Grab a coffee with your choice of Cara or Jesse (transportation not included)
-Attend the film's premiere in LA (transportation not included)
-Associate producer credit in the film and on IMDB
-An autographed PDF of the script
-Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
-Printed autographed poster
-Video shout-out from @CaraASantana on Instagram
Claimed: 1 of 10
$5,000
Spend a day on set!
You will get to spend a day on the set of the film and have lunch with Cara & Jesse (transportation not included)
Items also include:
- 2 VIP Tickets to the film's premiere in LA or NYC
- Associate Producer credit at the end of the film and on IMDB
- Google hangouts session with Jesse Metcalfe and Cara Santana
- An autographed PDF of the script
- Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Printed autographed Poster
- Shout-out on Cara or Jesse's Facebook or Instagram pages
Claimed: 0 of 10
$7,500
Be in the movie!
Have the opportunity to play a featured speaking role in the film. Join the screen with other talented actors to bring our story to life.
Other Items Included:
- 2 VIP tickets to the premiere in Los Angeles or New York (Transportation Not Included)
- A private link to stream the film.
- An autographed copy of the script.
- IMDB credit and in the ending credits of the film.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$10,000
Executive Producer Credit
At this level, you will receive Executive Producer credit on IMDB and in the closing credits of the film.
Items also include:
- 2 VIP tickets to the film's premiere in LA or NYC (transportation not included)
- Google hangout Q&A session with Jesse Metcalfe and Cara Santana
- An autographed PDF of the script
- Exclusive link to digitally stream the film
- Printed autographed poster
- Shout-out on Cara and Jesse's Facebook or Instagram pages
- Spend a day on the set
Claimed: 0 of 5
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Current Team
About This Team
Cara Santana (Writer, Producer, Actor)
At fifteen years-old, Cara Santana left El Paso, Texas for California and has made Los Angeles her home ever since. As she ambitiously carves out her niche in Hollywood, she continues to pursue her other passions showing proven success as an actress, entrepreneur, and fashion blogger, making her a true triple-threat.
She was featured in Netflix Series Santa Clarita Diet and WGN’s Salem, as Sooleawa, a beautiful young Native American woman who must keep John Alden’s survival a well-guarded secret. She has also been seen in an array of films and television, from CSI and CSI:Miami to Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3.
Santana has an impressive social media following and is also involved in multiple charitable endeavors. She donates her time and efforts to organizations such as UNICEF and the Art of Elysium and is also a huge animal enthusiast who volunteers at rescues. She resides in Los Angeles.
Jesse Metcalfe (Director, Producer, Actor)
Considered one of Hollywood’s leading men, long gone are the days of Jesse Metcalfe pushing around a lawnmower on the SAG Award-winning television series, Desperate Housewives. Thanks to this breakout role as the younger forbidden lover “John Rowland” opposite Eva Longoria, Metcalfe has easily become a go-to actor in both the television and film industries.
Metcalfe is currently in the Hallmark series “Chesapeake Shores” as the male lead ‘Trace Riley,’ a former country singer with a sordid past who returns to his hometown and rekindles his love with an old flame.
Up next, Metcalfe will lead the action-packed film “The Ninth Passenger” from Lionsgate. The film follows a group of college students on a spontaneous midnight sea voyage that turns horrific when they drift to a dark island and are hunted by a mysterious ninth passenger. The film is currently slated for a 2018 release.
Born in California and raised in Waterford, Connecticut, Metcalfe played in several basketball leagues in his youth. He studied acting at NYU at the famed Tisch School of the Arts, all the while being a music lover and an accomplished guitarist and pianist. He is a fan of classic cars, motorbikes and is an avid poker player. He is also active in several charities including North Texas Food Bank, The Go Campaign, Weingart Foundation and UNICEF.
He won an award for Choice TV Breakout Performance Male at the Teen Choice Awards for his role on Desperate Housewives, as well as a nomination for Choice TV Actor in a Comedy and a SAG Award for Best Television Ensemble.
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