Trust Me-Post Production

“Trust Me”- A psychological thriller about a woman’s control over her own body. 

Synopsis

Convinced by their long-time friends Chris and David, Emma and Matty have moved to a seaside town to embark on a new chapter together. While Emma focuses on job hunting and dreams of motherhood, Matty, a dedicated and successful junior doctor at the local hospital, is hard at work. Although Emma and Matty seem aligned in their desire to start a family, their relationship begins to reveal cracks under the strain of the pressure to conceive. Emma realizes that Matty's true nature differs from her expectations, especially when his reluctance to become a parent takes a troubling turn.

Why is this story important?

Emma represents the thousands of women who are still in the dark about their own bodies. We hope this film can raise awareness for women to take control of their own bodies and start learning about how to work with them. Women’s rights, control over their own bodies and the overturning of Roe v. Wade is what inspired this story. It’s a constant conversation, but usually, the decisions are taken out of the woman’s hands. Like Emma I want us to smash through this stereotype and take our power back. 

The Money

Last year we superseded our goal and raised over £5000 in just 28 days. This meant we could afford an incredible equipment list from the fantastic UNIT BAG, including the privilege of shooting on an Arri Alexa Mini. We also were able to hire a van from Zoo Cars, pay for everyone’s travel, accommodation, meals and pay our cast and crew. None of this would have been possible without YOUR help.

We are ecstatic about the film we have made and believe our post production team deserves the exact same recognition and backing, as we witnessed through the production fundraising. We are now raising £3000 to fund our post production. The breakdown is just below to give you a clear idea of what we are asking for and why.

By supporting this film you are supporting every crew and cast members future career. We all work incredibly hard to create these worlds and characters for our audiences, and would love nothing more but to continue on this incredible journey. You can make that’s possible.

Fundraising breakdown:

£1000

- Edit

- Colour grade

£1000

- Composition

- Sound design

- Sound mixer

£1000

- Festival fees (including any travel needed for successful submissions)

Our Vision- Marc-Antoine Turcotte 

This project is a compelling story that aims to captivate audiences in an immersive, raw, and relatable narrative. We hope to bring this vision to life through a meticulous and simplified approach to cinematography that underscores the authenticity and emotional depth of the story.

As the story of Emma unfolds, the progression of the mood will be visually represented through a gradual domination of shadows in the environment. This shift will symbolize the metaphorical cage Emma realizes she is trapped in, visually expressing her growing sense of entrapment and despair. This visual metaphor is critical to the story’s emotional arc and will leave a lasting impact on the audience.

Lydia Hopgood-Writer, Producer, Lead

Lydia trained at Liverpool John Moores University studying Drama and English. Since graduating in 2020 she has performed in a number of projects, performing in award winning theatre at the Camden Fringe, immersive productions at the Edinburgh Fringe, and multi-award-winning short films. 

Lydia is the writer, producer, and first-time filmmaker of her short film 'Trust Me'. Having been drawn to themes of deception, control, and battle of power dynamics, she is extremely excited to share Emma’s story with her audiences.

Marc-Antione Turcotte - Director

Marc-Antoine's talent shone early on, earning him multiple awards for his experimental short film, "RESURGO." Inspired by this success, he expanded his creative horizons into fiction filmmaking. His latest work, "Hope in Vein," premiered in 2023, promises to captivate audiences by exploring hope, resilience, and self-discovery.

Jonathan Fink - Producer

After graduating from Goldsmiths University of London’s MA Filmmaking Program, Jonathan enjoys the thrill of a new, ambitious project. From portraying the poignant journey of a woman escaping Iran in ‘Baraye’ to exploring the intricate dynamics of a daughter’s relationship with her domestically abusive father in ‘Hooligan,’ the relentless pursuit of an excellent and topical story is evident through his work.

Tom Laxton - Director of Photography

Having started his career in the mids of the pandemic in London, Tom is very proud to have paved the way for is career, through networking and promoting his unique skill set. Tom works as a full time freelancer on film sets, ranging from short and long form narrative, music videos and commercials. Which he has won numerous awards in cinematography and directing. Tom’s portfolio includes working on reputable projects such as ; The Witcher: Blood Origin (Netflix), Citadel (Amazon Prime), Everything Now (Netflix) plus many others. As well as high end Film and TV, I have been involved in some exclusive commercials, such as Waterford Crystal, The FA, NatWest and other well-regarded brands. 

Thank you so much for your support and we can’t wait to share ‘Trust Me’ with you!