Get ready to grab a tissue and “have something in your eye,” because we have here an incredibly moving trailer for a documentary that needs your help in order to make it to the big screen. Watch!
“Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine,” is story of Matthew Shepard’s life as told through a new perspective: that of his friends.
“I feel it’s so important, especially in this day and age, to share with the world the story of our Matt, as not just a symbol, but as a real person who had the love and respect of his family and his many friends,” says filmmaker Michele Josue. To be honest, this is a film I’ve been waiting years to make, and I am honored to have the opportunity to make it now.”
They still need over $10,000 to complete the film — movies are expensive! — so head over to Kickstarter and help ’em out. For $10 you’ll get a sticker, for $100 you’ll get your name in the credits, and for $500 you’ll get a signed print of an iconic Matthew Shepard photo.
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And that’s not the only movie that needs your help: there’s also “I Do,” a narrative film about a bi-national couple that must either separate or leave the country together. The project has some good names attached: actor and musician David W. Ross (Quinceañera/Bad Boys Inc) along with producer Stephen Israel (Swimming with Sharks/Boy Culture).
They’re also going to Kickstarter route — check out the pitch and see what you think:
Cam
This is a neat post, thanks for adding it in. I hope you will continue doing it for many different types of gay films and not just documentaries. The more we can get out there the better!
Jeffrey Winter
Hey “new Queerty,” you should definitely keep this is a regular feature….supporting the production efforts of new queer films. Keep making positive contributions towards the creation of Queer Art!
jamie
@Jeffrey Winter: totally agree.
fuck, the matthew shepard thing is the saddest thing EVER. I need a hug.
Derek Williams
a wonderful project that deserves to be fully supported
Lefty
“…nd for $500 you’ll get a signed print of an iconic Matthew Shepard photo.”
Signed by who, exactly?
Pasadena, CA
Signed by WHO? Oh, my gosh, who cares. Pony up some cash and support a good cause instead of whining.