Stuck In Mute

Drama

Short

Minneapolis

The story of a young woman whose Selective Mutism disorder causes her to live in a world of isolation. She struggles to find her way in a society that demands she speak. It's not until making unlikely friends with a young boy that she begins to realize that every word counts.

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HD - RED Epic

This high caliber camera will allow us to capture beautiful images for this stunning story.

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Cinematographer

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Coffee

It's a fact that film sets run on dreams & coffee. Dreams are free, but coffee costs money.

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Make Up Artist

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Sound Designer

With a film about characters that don't speak, designing sound to fill up the story, is so important

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Key Grip

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Catering

Cast & Crew need to eat.

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Permits

We have a few unique locations and will need permits for shooting.

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Boom Operator

Someone has to hold the mic up and keep track of the sound quality.

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Colorist

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Editor

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Prop Package

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Gaffer

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First Assistant Director

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Production Assistants

PA's make sure everything is right and notice those little things that the rest of us miss.

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Actor

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Kowa Anamorphic Lenses

We want to show the intimate world of our characters. Good lenses help us do this.

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Arri M18 HMI Light 1800w

Lights!!

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Bike Rental

We have an elaborate bicycle scene. We may need to rent them, unless someone can lend them to us.

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General Liability Insurance

INSURANCE is so important and often overlooked. We want to make sure we get it.

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Grip Truck Rental

This truck comes fully stacked with basic lights and grip equipment (c-stands, gels, expendables).

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Graphic Designer

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Stunt Coordinator

We do have some fight scenes to choreograph.

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THANK YOU!

Every bit counts. A big THANK YOU for all your help.

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RENTAL
For a limited time, we are offering a chance to see this film. After the film is finished, you will receive a link to a streaming copy of the film (3 day rental). You rock!

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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Digital hi-res download of "Stuck In Mute" and the SHOUT OUT. You just put a smile on our face!

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SPECIAL THANKS IN THE CREDITS
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$100 USD

SCRIPT PAGE
Page from the original script autographed by the Cast & Director. Plus the SPECIAL THANKS IN THE CREDITS, DIGITAL DOWNLOAD & SHOUT OUT.

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PERSONALIZED VIDEO
All the previous awards, plus a personalized THANK YOU video from the cast and crew of "STUCK IN MUTE".

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$500 USD

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
You'll be credited as an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER. Plus you'll get all the previous rewards. Including a handwritten letter THANKING YOU from the Director, Shane Meuwissen.

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$1,250 USD

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
You will be credited as an EXECUTIVE PRODUCER and receive special invite (for 2) to our SNEAK PREVIEW SCREENING of the film (Minneapolis, Minnesota). This is limited to just a few people. You will also receive all the previous awards, including our undying gratitude, because you made this film happen.

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About The Project

We all find ourselves alone at times. We all struggle to find the right words to say in difficult situations. In this story, I explore the world of Robin, a woman who so dearly wants to speak to others, but is physically incapable of it. This disorder, Selective Mutism, is fairly widespread, but is completely unknown to most people. Most of us label people who don't speak much as SHY, dismissing it as a phase that they will grow out of at some point. We completely ignore the physical limitations, the mental roadblocks, that make it virtually impossible for some people to speak.

This film, is just a way for me to share this story with others. My hope is that after watching this film, you walk away with a deeper understanding and appreciation for Selective Mutism (and similar disorders). Writing this film has been a journey for me and I am excited to share my exploration of this unique world.

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$2 USD

THANK YOU!

Every bit counts. A big THANK YOU for all your help.

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$10 USD

RENTAL
For a limited time, we are offering a chance to see this film. After the film is finished, you will receive a link to a streaming copy of the film (3 day rental). You rock!

Claimed: 28 of 'Unlimited'

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$25 USD

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Digital hi-res download of "Stuck In Mute" and the SHOUT OUT. You just put a smile on our face!

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$50 USD

SPECIAL THANKS IN THE CREDITS
We will thank you in the credits. Plus the DIGITAL DOWNLOAD & SHOUT OUT.

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$100 USD

SCRIPT PAGE
Page from the original script autographed by the Cast & Director. Plus the SPECIAL THANKS IN THE CREDITS, DIGITAL DOWNLOAD & SHOUT OUT.

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$150 USD

PERSONALIZED VIDEO
All the previous awards, plus a personalized THANK YOU video from the cast and crew of "STUCK IN MUTE".

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$500 USD

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
You'll be credited as an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER. Plus you'll get all the previous rewards. Including a handwritten letter THANKING YOU from the Director, Shane Meuwissen.

Claimed: 0 of 20

Select This Incentive

$1,250 USD

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
You will be credited as an EXECUTIVE PRODUCER and receive special invite (for 2) to our SNEAK PREVIEW SCREENING of the film (Minneapolis, Minnesota). This is limited to just a few people. You will also receive all the previous awards, including our undying gratitude, because you made this film happen.

Claimed: 0 of 10
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Our team is awesome. Most of our actors perform regularly at the world-renowned Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. Our Producer and Cinematographer have won numerous awards for their previous work. You can see some of their previous work in our video above.
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