Cluster Awareness Short Film Support/Funding

[Angus]

Hi folks!

I'm an actor and writer living in London, and I have written a short film about living with Cluster headaches.

It's based entirely on my own experiences, though descends into some more abstract representations of the pain, for which I've taken inspiration from forums and conversations with other sufferers. Currently it doesn't delve into 'busting' though if I can get it made, I may well pitch for a second or a series.

It's called 'Clusterfu*k,' and I have a director on board and the beginnings of a budget as well as some locations and talent.

Basically, I'm wondering if anybody knows of any organisations or individuals who would be interested in helping support, endorse and/or finance the film? I have a number of contacts in the screen industry and my new director is very well connected, but as with all arts at the moment, funding is going to be the sticking point. 

For me the film is an attempt to visually communicate the difficulties, pain, and sometimes amusing quirks of living with this illness and trying to get on with life. Overall, I've been relatively fortunate in my response to medications (verap, O2, Triptans etc), while living in the UK means I have access to NHS oxygen, which is a gamechanger.

I guess I'm hoping to raise some awareness, communicate the actual experience of the headaches (which often feels near-impossible and a stumbling block for future engagement/research) and create a platform for myself as an artist. 

Let me know if anything jumps to mind, or if anyone is particularly interested in talking about it further. 

Enormous thanks and solidarity, 

Angus

[Cloudy]

What’s ur expected budget and running time?

[Angus]

Hallo!

Currently operating on an available budget of £5K, but aiming for £15-20 total, to cover the full process including post-prod, and festival submission etc...

Initially, we were planning to run it on the shoestring/low budget end of things, but my new director is keen on securing proper funding so we're not compromising on quality or fees. We have a possible producer on board now and links to a few potential backers, but all interest is good interest!

The script is currently 14 pages and we'll be aiming at 10-12minutes or so  

 

Cheers!