We're producing Micronation, an award-winning romantic comedy screenplay that tells the story of Farmer Sam Shoemaker. When the government tries to take his land to build an interstate, Sam decides to secede from the United States and form his own micronation. Along the way, he makes unlikely friends and learns to let go of the past, opening himself up to love again.

The film features internet standout Ashley Ottesen (with over 1 million Instagram followers), Josh Arnold and Chick McGee of The Bob & Tom Show, and both the music and an appearance by Bigfoot Yancey. We'll be filming in central Indiana, mostly in Franklin and Morgantown. Our planned shoot schedule is set for the two weeks following Memorial Day (late May into early June).

View the Micronation proof of concept we shot in 2024. This is a scene pulled directly from the script.

Screenplay Awards:

Award Winner - Austin International Art Festival

Award Winner - Santa Cruz Independent Film Festival

Semi-finalist - Hong Kong Indie Film Festival

Semi-finalist - Seattle Filmmaker Award

Semi-finalist - Stage 32 Romantic Comedy Contest

Semi-finalist - Detroit Independent Film Festival

I'm working hard to secure large donors, but I know there are many people who want to help in smaller ways. Every dollar raised here will go into a general fund to support the film—whether it's paying cast and crew, buying food, marketing, purchasing props big and small, wardrobe for the cast, or covering production expenses.

Your support, no matter the amount, will help bring this project to life. Everyone who donates will get a "THANK YOU" credit in the film.

Thank you for being part of our journey!