The Lot - a narrative short film

A project in New Orleans, LA by Russell Blanchard
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A lonely cafe owner befriends an outcast boy while struggling to turn an abandoned lot into a park.
Backers: 143
Average Pledge Per Backer: $72

Funded: $10,350 of $10,000
Dates: Jun 28th -> Jul 28th (30 days)
Project By: Russell Blanchard
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Latest News

3 and a half hours left! Interview with Blain Sanchez, playing the role of "Thomas"

July 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Last Day Backers! There's only 3 and a half hours left of this 30 day campaign! Every last dollar over the $10,000 will go to our amazing and talented New Orleans crew. Check out one of our last interviews, veteran actor Blain Sanchez playing... (Read More)

WE'VE REACHED OUR GOAL!!

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
WE DID IT EVERYONE!! WE HAVE REACHED OUR KICKSTARTER GOAL WITH TIME TO SPARE!! You guys really pulled out the stops today and allowed us to reach our goal with hours to spare, so we owe you a huge... THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!Any extra money we... (Read More)

Interview from Leroy Marshall, playing the role of "Pops"

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers, Check out this inspiring interview from Leroy Marshall who plays the role of "Pops" in The Lot. Like 2 of our other cast members, this is not only Leroy's first acting role but it was his very first audition. We knew from the moment... (Read More)

23 hours Left and $355 To Go! ALMOST THERE!!

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Everyone!! ONLY 23 HOURS LEFT TO REACH OUR GOAL!!We are almost there with only $355 left to go, WE CAN DO THIS! This 30 day campaign has been a whirlwind of support from each and every one of you, and we just need to push the train to double... (Read More)

Filmmaker Russell Blanchard Launches Kickstarter for short film The Lot

July 27th - via: ayudos.com
Crowdfunding for short film The Lot paves way for building a community center for kids in New Orleans. (Read More)

46 HOURS and $700 to go, and a must watch interview from Glen Hobgood who plays "Josh Murphey"!

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Okay folks we are just under 48 hours to the finish line! Your continued support has been overwhelming and we cannot thank you enough for for sharing our project with your friends and family, and those who have increased their pledges to help us meet... (Read More)

Custom Art Piece by Charles Gillam and IndieWire's Project of The Day!

July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Everyone! Thank you again for all your amazing support and the many shares of our Facebook posts, please continue to share until our campaign is complete! Louisiana Folk Artist Charles Gillam, who has art work in the New Orleans Museum of Art and... (Read More)

24 Hour Special! Get more reward for your money!

July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
It's crunch time backers! That's right, we only have 4 days left and still $2000 to go, so we are offering a 24 HOUR ONLY SPECIAL! Anyone who donates in the next 24 hours will get one level higher than they pledge. So for example if you donate $50,... (Read More)

Listen to Megan Grogan, our Producer, share why she moved to New Orleans for The Lot.

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
 Hey Backers! Listen to our Producer, Megan Grogan, tell you why she put her life on hold to come down to New Orleans to work for free for 3 months. Talk about believing in a project! And remember, only 5 more days and still over $2000 to go. This... (Read More)

Interview with Escalante Lundy (Grady) who shares his thoughts on THE LOT!

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to all 89 of our amazing backers! Your support and contributions is allowing all of our cast, crew and talented kids to pursue their dreams of making a film with a purpose. We are pleased to release today our exclusive interview with... (Read More)

$250 Reward Level or Above Eligible for Two New Orleans Saints Tickets!!

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Everyone! If you have been waiting to make a donation and back this project, now is the time to do it. From here on out, anyone who donates $250 or more not only gets the fantastic awards associated with that level but ALSO, becomes eligible to... (Read More)

GREAT DAY WITH GREAT KIDS!

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Today we worked with our film stars, Justus Breston and Navoj Decay who are playing our two kid leads in the film. Along with them we worked with both casted children as well as the real neighborhood kids in Algiers Point, at the... (Read More)

Interview with Navoj Decay- "Sonny"

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers, Check out this interview with Navoj Decay, a first time actor who is playing the role of "Sonny" in The Lot. Find out what he thinks about acting for the first time, and how he started off scared of cameras…only to land a role on his... (Read More)

GET $100 REWARD LEVEL FOR $50!! WINNER OF TOUR ANNOUNCED!!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers!! We are making progress but we still have so far to go! Just a reminder, if we do not reach our entire $10,000 goal we DO NOT GET ANYTHING. So keep up the awesomeness and spread the word, and here is a little motivation for all... (Read More)

SPECIAL REWARD GIVEAWAY FOR THE NEXT 24 HOURS ONLY!!!

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Anyone who donates in the next 24 hours will be eligible to win a free tour for 2 of New Orleans, with Strange True Tours- TOP RATED ON TRIP ADVISOR! http://www.strangetruetours.com/ This is normally a $250 prize but in the next 24... (Read More)

Check out an interview with our Director of Photography!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Check out this full interview with our Director of Photography, DJ McConduit, as he talks about what got him excited about the project, what he hopes to accomplish with the film and why he hopes everyone supports us! And don't forget... (Read More)

Hear about the true story of The Lot from Baakir Tyehimba himself!

July 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone! A continued thank to ALL of you who have backed this project so far, our gratitude is endless! Remember that you are helping tell this story.  And to find out more about the story you are help telling..... Baakir Tyehimba is the Owner... (Read More)

Heading Into Day 3 at 13%!

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Our Kickstarter is officially launched and what a way to launch! Our Kickstarter Launch Event held on Saturday was a huge success, and was the perfect way to kickoff this 30 day campaign. Thank you to everyone who not only came out to support us but... (Read More)

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