Batman has been part of my life for as long as I can remember.

As a kid, I skipped a surprise pony just to keep watching Batman: The Animated Series. The next year, I dressed as Batman for my birthday… and promptly fell flat on my face. That moment stuck with me: Why do we fall?

Years later, inspired by Daredevil and Frank Miller’s Year One, I started writing a grounded, street-level Batman fan film — a non-profit project made purely out of love for the character.

I’ve secured most of the gear and costumes. The final hurdle is bringing Gotham to life through locations, props, and basic production logistics.

My first goal is $1,800, which will help cover essential props, set dressing, food for cast & crew, and transportation between Philly and NYC.

If Batman has ever meant something to you, I’d love to have you on this journey. Every dollar helps get this film across the finish line.

Where the $1,800 goes (Phase One)

• Essential props & hand props

• Set dressing for key scenes

• Meals for cast & crew

• Transportation & production basics

Full production costs are higher, but this first goal gets us shoot-ready and allows us to lock locations and actors.

Total estimated production costs range from $6,500–$12,000 depending on rentals and prop sourcing.