Please, help me finish my Documentary!
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I started working on this project around January of 2012. We originally raised $2,000 which allowed us to get started. All we have left to do is have graphics and music created and edited into the documentary. We will need additional funds in order to afford the final editing. If you can spare any amount, it would greatly be appreciated!
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
Personal tragedy can be the world's greatest miracle.
When Scott Fried first contracted HIV, it was at a time doctors didn't understand the disease and it was still considered a death sentence. Scott put aside his personal dreams and rededicated his life to a new fulfilling mission, helping young adults and teens through a wide range of issues they face. From bullying, to self abuse, to anorexia, to dealing with news of a suicide or divorce, Scott has dramatically helped the lives of many. But what fascinated me most about Scott was his story and how he uses it to help others.
Scott Fried is an HIV/AIDS educator, public speaker and writer. He has touched more than a million lives across the United States and in numerous other countries through lectures, publications and humanitarian work. His message for teens, young adults, parents, teachers and professionals is a powerful one of love, responsibility, sacredness, and self-respect.
The Impact:
The number of teen suicides has been staggering. More and more documentaries, TV specials, and campaigns against bullying seem to be popping up everyday. It is obvious there is a real need to help teens and young adults cope.
We honestly believe Scott's work has been truly successful in changing lives and believe this documentary will be a great tool to help more people.
About the Producer
Susan Rankus holds a master's degree from Carnegie Mellon in Entertainment Industry Management and is currently working in the Entertainment Industry in Los Angeles. Previously she was the Managing Director at Manhattan Theatre Source and Artistic Director for International Plays at the Midtown International Theatre Festival. She produced the short film Previous Tenants, which was an official selection of the Big Apple, New Filmmakers, and Twin Rivers Film Festival, where it won Fifth Place. She also produced "Pizza Man" which was nominated for three Midtown International Theatre Festival awards as well as "Outroverted" and her One Woman Show, "Renaissance", at the 2007 Midtown International Theatre Festival where it played to sold out houses and was nominated for Best One Act.
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
Personal tragedy can be the world's greatest miracle.
When Scott Fried first contracted HIV, it was at a time doctors didn't understand the disease and it was still considered a death sentence. Scott put aside his personal dreams and rededicated his life to a new fulfilling mission, helping young adults and teens through a wide range of issues they face. From bullying, to self abuse, to anorexia, to dealing with news of a suicide or divorce, Scott has dramatically helped the lives of many. But what fascinated me most about Scott was his story and how he uses it to help others.
Scott Fried is an HIV/AIDS educator, public speaker and writer. He has touched more than a million lives across the United States and in numerous other countries through lectures, publications and humanitarian work. His message for teens, young adults, parents, teachers and professionals is a powerful one of love, responsibility, sacredness, and self-respect.
The Impact:
The number of teen suicides has been staggering. More and more documentaries, TV specials, and campaigns against bullying seem to be popping up everyday. It is obvious there is a real need to help teens and young adults cope.
We honestly believe Scott's work has been truly successful in changing lives and believe this documentary will be a great tool to help more people.
About the Producer
Susan Rankus holds a master's degree from Carnegie Mellon in Entertainment Industry Management and is currently working in the Entertainment Industry in Los Angeles. Previously she was the Managing Director at Manhattan Theatre Source and Artistic Director for International Plays at the Midtown International Theatre Festival. She produced the short film Previous Tenants, which was an official selection of the Big Apple, New Filmmakers, and Twin Rivers Film Festival, where it won Fifth Place. She also produced "Pizza Man" which was nominated for three Midtown International Theatre Festival awards as well as "Outroverted" and her One Woman Show, "Renaissance", at the 2007 Midtown International Theatre Festival where it played to sold out houses and was nominated for Best One Act.
Organizer
Susan Sassi
Organizer
Los Angeles, CA
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