<div>Hey! My name is Sanaa Wright, and I’m a 4th-year Entertainment and Media Studies student at the University of Georgia. A little over a year ago, I directed a film that changed my life— I took a chance and asked people to believe in something that didn’t fully exist yet, and because of that, we were able to raise over $2,000 and bring a story to life that impacted over 40,000 people globally. More than anything, it showed me what’s possible when people believe in your work before it fully exists.
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<div>I’m currently studying abroad in Mexico, where I’ve been deepening my Spanish proficiency, while immersing myself firsthand in a culture that is so often politicized or misrepresented—especially from an American perspective. This semi-surrealist film will be my first bilingual (Spanish/English) project, inspired directly by my time living here, showcasing the architecture, the atmosphere, and the way faith is lived and embedded within Mexican culture. It’s a story about morality, desire, faith, and consequence—rooted in the biblical story of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil—but told through a deeply human, modern lens. Making this film here means collaborating with people in this community, supporting local businesses, and telling a story that reflects the beauty and complexity of Mexico in a way that feels honest to my experience here. While this may be my final student film, it’s also the start of my career journey— a bridge between everything I’ve learned and everything I’m about to step into. As I prepare to graduate in May and navigate the uncertainty of this industry, I’m doing everything I can to make this project a reflection of my voice, my growth, and the stories I want to tell moving forward. But it’s not something I can do alone.
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<div>Here’s why I need your help—
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<div>The Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil is an independent, international film, so I don’t have access to institutional funding or assistance from my university. Your support will go directly toward:
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<div>— Travel assistance for key collaborators flying in from the U.S.
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<div>— Camera and equipment rental costs️
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<div>️️ — Meals on set for our dedicated cast and crew
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<div>️— Production design and location costs
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<div>If you’d like to be part of bringing this film to life, we’ll be offering the following recognition to those who contribute, as a small way of saying thank you for your support:
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<div>$50+ Name in the film credits (contributor)
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<div>$100+ Executive Producer credit
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<div>$150+ Executive Producer + Early screening + Behind-the-scenes content
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<div>Thank you for believing in independent film and for supporting cross-cultural storytelling. I truly couldn’t do this without you!
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<div><a href="https://canva.link/j8pfc1c0lmdeyd0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">More info about the project</a>
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Theresa McCray

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Lindsey Haywood

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Zenalene McCray

Gabrielle Collins

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Deborah Casey

Chandra Wright

Catherine Nester

Chanise Spencer

Help UGA Student Bring Cross-Cultural Bilingual Film to Life

Just $290$ to go! Make an impact.

Help UGA Student Bring Cross-Cultural Bilingual Film to Life

Just $290 to go!
Make an impact.