True Colors

A project in North Hollywood, CA by Michael S. Mammano
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An hour-long pilot about a group of suburban LGBT teens coming of age in the early 90's.
Backers: 76
Average Pledge Per Backer: $116

Funded: $8,815 of $50,000
Dates: Feb 29th -> Apr 1st (32 days)
Project By: Michael S. Mammano
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Latest News

Fashionably Late

March 28th - via: kickstarter.com
In our final video update of the campaign, we take it up a notch and have a good laugh about the fashion styles of the 90's.  (Read More)

Teen Sexuality

March 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Michael talks about how the series will address the topic of adolescent sexuality.  (Read More)

Diversity

March 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Michael talks about the value of having a cast of diverse characters.  (Read More)

Family Resemblance

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Our two pairs of "siblings" talk about their characters' relationships and some casting magic.  (Read More)

OUTspoken Interview

March 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
OUTspoken interviews Writer/Director Michael S. Mammano about True Colors and the Kickstarter campaign. Follow the link below for Michael's segment! OUTSpoken | Hotmesssunday  (Read More)

The New Cast Members

March 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
The newer members of our cast talk about what it was like for them coming in on the second wave of casting.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Jen

March 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Sometimes characters reveal themselves on the page, and sometimes they walk right in the front door. Get to know Taylor Foster and her character, Jen.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Annie

March 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Corey's ne'er-do-well older sister set a very tricky precedent with their parents, and for better or worse he now has to deal with it. Get to know Deana Deatherage and her character, Annie.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Vinny

March 19th - via: kickstarter.com
The oldest of the group and arguably the most mature, Vinny's parents have had his life planned for him since he was a small boy, and it's a good, simple life... it's just not the one he wants. Get to know Marco DelVecchio and his character, Vinny.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Mandy

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Get to know Kelly Stadum and her character, Mandy!  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Clark

March 17th - via: kickstarter.com
A hero is only as good as that which tests him. In Corey's case, that would be this guy. Get to know Marc Wayne and his character, Clark.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Bobby

March 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Whether he's throwing shade or throwing a party, everyone should have a friend like Bobby. Meet Blake Alexander, who plays the diva of the group.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Kacy

March 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Whether they want to be her or have her, everybody loves the rock star. Get to know Jess Gabor and her character, Kacy.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Quilla

March 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Get to know Devyn Leah and her character, Quilla!  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Nick

March 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Nothing like a sexily damaged musician to inspire the affections of our hero. Get to know Nick, played by Andrew Fromer.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Diana

March 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Today's tomboy is tomorrow's butch, and if you don't like it she'll kick your ass. Meet Jillian Russell and her character, Diana.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Roger

March 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Every show needs a straight man. In this case, literally. Meet Jon Alexi and his character, Roger.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Jill

March 10th - via: kickstarter.com
They are called many things -- faghags, fruit flies, fairy princesses -- but no matter what you call them, one thing is for sure: without these girls to hang out with, confide in, and go to the prom with us, we gay boys would be far worse for the... (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Carol

March 9th - via: kickstarter.com
In this video, Bianca Yates talks about her role as Corey's mother, Carol.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Frank

March 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Our hero, Corey, sure as hell ain't raising himself. His parents are going to have major roles in his story as well as heading up a few stories of their own. In this post, get to know Rich Baker, who plays Corey's dad, Frank.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Ian

March 7th - via: kickstarter.com
In this video, Andi Rexha reveals what makes his character, Ian, tick.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Stephanie

March 6th - via: kickstarter.com
In today's video, Kelsi Taylor talks about her character, Stephanie, the female lead of the series.  (Read More)

Meet the Cast - Corey

March 5th - via: kickstarter.com
In this video, Luke Darga and Michael talk about Luke's character, Corey, the central protagonist and narrator of the series.  (Read More)

Where's the T in LGBT?

March 4th - via: kickstarter.com
In this video update, Michael talks about transgender representation in the show, and the plan for tackling those issues.  (Read More)

Michael talks about the benefits of having a large cast...

March 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
In today's video, the subject is variety, specifically how having a larger cast allows for a wider variety of storytelling.  (Read More)

New backer rewards!

March 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
In an effort to offer more options to our potential backers, we've added some rewards to our list.Especially notable is the "Biscotti" reward, priced at $50 and up, which offers a basic DVD with the pilot and a commentary track, as opposed to the... (Read More)

Set in the 90's... Take 2

March 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
So, we had a bit of YouTube issue, hence this video is getting a repost. So, once again, here is a brief look at why the pilot of True Colors is set in the fall of 1993. Set in the 90'sSo, thanks to a YouTube SNAFU, this video got yanked. Well, okay... (Read More)

Michael and the cast explain why True Colors is a period piece...

March 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
On our second day live, we raised $310, bringing our grand total to $3,510! Every contribution brings us one step closer! In today's update video, Michael talks about the decision to set True Colors in the 90's and how the time period drives the... (Read More)

Michael shares his inspiration for the premise...

March 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Day 1 came to a close with a nice haul! We raised $3,200 thanks to the contributions of our wonderful backers. Not too shabby.This is the first of many updates that will be available to the general public, one being made almost every day. There are... (Read More)

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