Vice Versa — A sci-fi bodyswap comedy
by Héloïse Chung
Héloïse Chung
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Vice Versa — A sci-fi bodyswap comedy
by Héloïse Chung
Héloïse Chung
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Watch Ginny Park navigate the easy-going world of male privilege when an accidental invention gives her the power to swap into anyone else's body in this feminist sci-fi comedy series helmed by your favorite Korean-American director and her diverse cast and crew.
Watch Ginny Park navigate the easy-going world of male privilege when an accidental invention gives her the power to swap into anyone else's body in this feminist sci-fi comedy series helmed by your favorite Korean-American director and her diverse cast and crew.
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Mission Statement
Our cast and crew represent a multitude of ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, and their intersections. Because we believe wider representation on set produces a more nuanced and compelling story on screen that ultimately expands our understanding of the human experience.About The Project
VICE VERSA is a sci-fi bodyswap comedy that challenges privilege.
***Update 9/30*** A big welcome to new cast members Kristina Wong, Robin Cloud, Melanie Maras, and Mike Bash!
***Update 9/23*** New Backer Reward, BUTTONS!
SYNOPSIS
What would you do if you had access to previously unimagined powers? For Ginny: maybe a lot. Ginny Park (Chris Lee) believes the world would be a better place if everyone could just empathize with each other—so she develops an empathy machine. But when it unexpectedly turns into a body-switching device, she gets a dose of privilege she wasn’t expecting and decides to take it for a ride.
WHY THIS STORY
We want to show you an Asian-American story from an authentic place — free of stereotypes of women, Asian Americans, and people of color. Likewise, our team endeavors to give more opportunities to women and underrepresented groups by making them more visible in front of, and behind, the camera.
Laugh and cry with us as the series explores privilege, identity, and gender from a distinctly female and minority perspective: especially that of Ginny Park played by the award-winning Chris Lee who won Outstanding Actress at the NBC Short Film Festival for her film "LOST DOGS"—which also won for Best Drama.
POSTER ART!
Pledge $100 to receive a signed, numbered poster designed by the director.
We're excited to share the story with you, but we need your help to finish shooting the script, cutting the footage, and raising the funds to make everything happen.
We know you're hungry for Asian American stories — the success of Crazy Rich Asians, the current number 1 movie in America now reaching $150 million (and counting) in box office sales is testament to that.
Vice Versa joins this movement for better representation and more authentic stories in Hollywood and we hope you'll support us in that mission. Help us reach our campaign goal so that we can tell you all the stories that haven't been told yet.
WATCH SOME OF OUR WORK
Héloise directed this sketch, "Afraid of Flying? Try Having a Vagina!"
Kristina's "Radical Cram School"
HELP US MAKE THIS SERIES
We can't do it without you!
Our goal of $25,000 ($25,230 rounded to nearest $1000) is the bare minimum we'll need to complete the first four episodes (30 minutes total). However, the more support we receive, the more rewards we can unlock—for ourselves and for you!
COST BREAKDOWN
Cast of 2 leads and 7 extras: $2520
Crew of 11 for all days: $12175
All the gear (camera, sound, props, wardrobe): $3350
Post production (editing, sound design, music, festival fees): $3685
Platform fee: $500
Consultant fee: $3000SHARE EVERYWHERE: If this project resonates with you, SHARE our project on social media! Tell your family, friends, colleagues, and community about VICE VERSA and encourage them to pledge and spread the word!
FOLLOW US: Stay updated on everything happening with VICE VERSA by following us on Instagram and Facebook!
THANK YOU!!!
You will only be charged if we reach our goal, which means less risk for you, and more stress for us! ;)
Incentives
$1
All for One
For the price of a soda pop, you too can help make this show! Thank you. You'll be included on our Website's Thank You page!
$10
Special Thanks
Thank you! For less than the cost of an LA cocktail, backers at this level will receive a social media shout out on our "Vice Versa" Facebook page.
$25
End Credit Thanks
YESSS! We're super grateful for your support. That's why we're including your name in the end credits of the series premiere—for less than the cost of fancy meal at said cocktail place.
$25
Live Comedy Campaign Closer!
Come join us for a night of comedy & karaoke to close out our campaign!
TBD comedians may include ---Sherry Cola (I Love Dick, SafeWord) , Varut Chee, Melanie Maras, Paul PK Kim (Kings of Ktown), Andrée Vermeulen (Angie Tribeca)---
Includes a button and beverage!Date TBD. In Los Angeles. (Sorry, does not include a plane ticket to L.A.!) If it turns out you can't make it, livestream link and digital copy will be sent to you.
$25
BUTTONS!
Share your love of the series with these limited edition buttons when you pledge at $25 level or higher.
Claimed: 6 of 16
$50
Link to First Episode
Everyone who pledges at this level or above will get to watch the series premiere before anyone else. We'll send you a direct link to the first episode before it goes live.
$75
Name That Character
Want to immortalize someone you love, or just have a knack for names? Pledge at this level and we'll let you name one of the characters in the show. Plus a link to the first episode and a shoutout on the sosh.
Claimed: 2 of 5
$100
Exclusive Signed Poster
Whoa! You really love us! ;) Along with the episode link, we're giving you an exclusive promotional poster signed by the cast and crew.
Claimed: 4 of 20
$125
Climb With Me!
Locals Only. Come spend an hour with the director, climbing at her local rock climbing gym, talking shop, and workshopping your ideas. Includes gear and day pass.
Los Angeles (Sorry, I can't fly you in!)
Claimed: 0 of 3
$150
Personalized Video Message
Feeling #blessed! We couldn't have done it without you! That's why our cast and crew will send you a personal video message expressing our appreciation for your support along with advance link to the first episode!
$150
Bloop
Want to see more of what's happening on set? Pledge this amount and get the link to the first episode before it goes live, and a special backers-only blooper reel. Bloop!
$250
Join Us On Set!
Come on over! We're honored that you believe in us. For your generous contribution, we're inviting you to spend a day on set with the cast and crew!
$500
Be in the Show!
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Full steam ahead! At this level, we'll show our appreciation by helping you kickstart your acting career as an extra on the show. You'll also receive early access to episode one via private link and the poster. (Travel not Included)
$1,000
Be in the Show + Wrap Party
Yes yes y'all. Queen bee level appreciation. Not only will you be cast as an extra in the series, but you're invited to celebrate the completion of the show at our exclusive VIP wrap party. Plus the poster. (Travel not included)
$2,500
Associate Producer Credit
Everything. You are officially our everything.
You'll receive an Associate Producer credit at the end of each episode and an IMDb listing! Thanks for making this show the best it could be! Muah!
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$1
All for One
For the price of a soda pop, you too can help make this show! Thank you. You'll be included on our Website's Thank You page!
$10
Special Thanks
Thank you! For less than the cost of an LA cocktail, backers at this level will receive a social media shout out on our "Vice Versa" Facebook page.
$25
End Credit Thanks
YESSS! We're super grateful for your support. That's why we're including your name in the end credits of the series premiere—for less than the cost of fancy meal at said cocktail place.
$25
Live Comedy Campaign Closer!
Come join us for a night of comedy & karaoke to close out our campaign!
TBD comedians may include ---Sherry Cola (I Love Dick, SafeWord) , Varut Chee, Melanie Maras, Paul PK Kim (Kings of Ktown), Andrée Vermeulen (Angie Tribeca)---
Includes a button and beverage!Date TBD. In Los Angeles. (Sorry, does not include a plane ticket to L.A.!) If it turns out you can't make it, livestream link and digital copy will be sent to you.
$25
BUTTONS!
Share your love of the series with these limited edition buttons when you pledge at $25 level or higher.
Claimed: 6 of 16
$50
Link to First Episode
Everyone who pledges at this level or above will get to watch the series premiere before anyone else. We'll send you a direct link to the first episode before it goes live.
$75
Name That Character
Want to immortalize someone you love, or just have a knack for names? Pledge at this level and we'll let you name one of the characters in the show. Plus a link to the first episode and a shoutout on the sosh.
Claimed: 2 of 5
$100
Exclusive Signed Poster
Whoa! You really love us! ;) Along with the episode link, we're giving you an exclusive promotional poster signed by the cast and crew.
Claimed: 4 of 20
$125
Climb With Me!
Locals Only. Come spend an hour with the director, climbing at her local rock climbing gym, talking shop, and workshopping your ideas. Includes gear and day pass.
Los Angeles (Sorry, I can't fly you in!)
Claimed: 0 of 3
$150
Personalized Video Message
Feeling #blessed! We couldn't have done it without you! That's why our cast and crew will send you a personal video message expressing our appreciation for your support along with advance link to the first episode!
$150
Bloop
Want to see more of what's happening on set? Pledge this amount and get the link to the first episode before it goes live, and a special backers-only blooper reel. Bloop!
$250
Join Us On Set!
Come on over! We're honored that you believe in us. For your generous contribution, we're inviting you to spend a day on set with the cast and crew!
$500
Be in the Show!
Full steam ahead! At this level, we'll show our appreciation by helping you kickstart your acting career as an extra on the show. You'll also receive early access to episode one via private link and the poster. (Travel not Included)
$1,000
Be in the Show + Wrap Party
Yes yes y'all. Queen bee level appreciation. Not only will you be cast as an extra in the series, but you're invited to celebrate the completion of the show at our exclusive VIP wrap party. Plus the poster. (Travel not included)
$2,500
Associate Producer Credit
Everything. You are officially our everything.
You'll receive an Associate Producer credit at the end of each episode and an IMDb listing! Thanks for making this show the best it could be! Muah!
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Current Team
About This Team
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DIRECTOR / WRITER
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Héloïse Chung is a Korean-American writer and director with a background in advertising. A nomadic childhood spent on US military bases exposed Héloïse to a wide range of experiences that continue to influence her work. Her focus is female-driven narratives that tackle social and environmental issues. She attended Indiana University and enjoys rock climbing in her free time.
PRODUCER
Denis Henry Hennelly has been producing and making films for almost twenty years including Goodbye World (2013) starring Adrien Grenier — which you totally watch right now on Netflix. Denis is a champion for animal rights and giving a voice to the voiceless. He also attended Indiana University and is most proud of his current project of raising a strong, fearless daughter.
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Mary Ma is a recent graduate of AFI (American Film Institute). Mary came on board when Héloïse spotted her wearing a Panavision shirt at her rock climbing gym and asked if she was a DP. The answer was yes and Héloïse was excited to bring another Asian American into the fold.
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EDITOR
Cleveen Dominguez studied film at San Diego State University and NTU in Singapore, where he edited various documentaries, short films, and sketch comedy videos. He currently works as an Assistant Editor and is studying at The Ruby Theater in Los Angeles, CA.
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