Help Keith Finish His Degree at Howard University

Hi! My name is Keith Stokes, and I am a graduating senior at Howard University studying Television and Film Production. To complete my degree at Howard, I must complete a thesis film to serve as the culmination of what I've learned. This is where I need your help: bringing my thesis film, "The Last Claim", to life.

This darkly comedic and thought-provoking film follows Theodore Mason Sharpe, a ruthless insurance claims adjuster who denies payouts without remorse—until he dies and is given a job as Death itself. Now, faced with the very people he once dismissed, Theo must navigate the bureaucratic afterlife, learning the true cost of his actions.

The Last Claim is a story about morality, redemption, and the systems that decide our fates. It blends dark humor with a chilling look at accountability, all wrapped in an engaging narrative. Your support will help bring this vision to life, and any contribution—big or small—makes a huge difference.

Why We Need Your Help

Independent filmmaking isn’t cheap, and to develop The Last Claim with the eerie, stylized world it deserves, we need your support! Your donations will go towards:

Production Costs – Securing the perfect locations, equipment, and set design

Cast & Crew – Paying the talented actors and crew who will bring this vision to life.

Score & Sound Design – Crafting a haunting yet quirky soundtrack to match the film’s tone.

️Festival Submissions – Ensuring the film reaches audiences worldwide and makes an impact.

How You Can Help

Donate – Every dollar helps! Even small contributions go a long way in independent filmmaking.

Share – Spread the word on social media and help us reach horror-comedy lovers everywhere.

Get Involved – If you’re a filmmaker, artist, or musician who wants to collaborate, reach out!

By supporting The Last Claim, you’re helping us tell a unique, thought-provoking, and hilariously dark story about life, death, and the nightmarish experience in between. Join us on this journey—because even in the afterlife, paperwork never dies.

Thank you for your support!