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THE NEARLY FORGOTTEN INCIDENT: A PROOF OF CONCEPT

by Root and Branch Films

The Goal
 
Root & Branch Films is seeking film lovers, creative partners and supporters to help us cross the finish line on a bold new project. A 15-minute proof-of-concept that is both the cold open to and launchpad for a feature film. We have secured the following:
✅ A talented cast (with deal memos and LOIs)
✅ A professional crew
✅ Locations locked and cleared
 
But—none of it can move forward until we reach our final budget goal:
Budget Goal: $85,000
Total Raised (YTD): $65,000 (Includes 20,000 spent on film vehicles)
Total Still Needed to Roll Cameras: $30,000
Deadline: February 1, 2025
Production Timeline: 1 week of filming in Clermont/Brooksville in early 2026
 
All donations are tax deductible through our fiscal sponsorship with From the Heart Productions.
 
About the Film
Title: The Nearly Forgotten Incident: A Proof of Concept
Genre: Mystery, Espionage, Thriller
Created by: Kyle Marra, Lief Thomason, James McTague
 
The Story:
 

Thematic Depth and Social Relevance:


 

The Feature:

 

A Taste of YUMMY's propaganda...


The Cast


The Crew


 

 

How Your Support Helps

 

Grassroots Growth

The Film that Got People Talking


 

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$1,025 RAISED

$65,000 GOAL

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Days Left Believers Funded
Appeal ends 02/01/2026 at 10:59 PM (EST)

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As a Tier 1 donor, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Special Thanks”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Name in “Thank You – Supporters” rolling credit block
  • Thank You Email
  • Inclusion on project mailing list
  • Digital Behind the Scenes still photo

TIER 1 – SUPPORTER $25-$249

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As a Tier 2 - Community Contributor, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Special Thanks”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Name in “Thank You – Community Contributors” rolling credit block
  • Thank You Email
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Digital Behind the Scenes still photo
  • Inclusion on project mailing list

TIER 2 - COMMUNITY $250-$499

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As a Tier 3 - Production Ally, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Special Thanks”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Name in “Thank You – Production Allies” rolling credit block
  • Thank You Email
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Signed Behind-the-Scenes set photo or fundraiser booklet.
  • Social media shoutout
  • Inclusion on project mailing list

 

TIER 3 - PRODUCTION ALLY $500-$1000

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As a Tier 4 - Associate Donor, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “In Association with Credit”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Shared end credit card under “In Association With” credit block
  • Personalized thank-you video from the cast or crew
  • Donor name or logo listed on the film’s website
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Signed Behind-the-Scenes set photo or fundraiser booklet.
  • Social media shoutout
  • Inclusion on project mailing list

TIER 4 - ASSOCIATE DONOR $1000-$4999

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As a Tier 5 - Associate Producer, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Associate Producer”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Shared end credit card
  • Personalized thank-you video from the cast or crew
  • Donor name or logo listed on the film’s website
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Signed Behind-the-Scenes set photo or fundraiser booklet.
  • Social media shoutout

Access to exclusive production updates

Note: This is a donor credit only, not a producer credit with any creative or legal authority.

TIER 5 - ASSOCIATE PRODUCER $5000-$9999

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As a Co-Producer, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Co-Producer”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Prominent end credit solo card
  • Invitation to a pre or post screening dinner and Q&A
  • Donor name or logo listed on the film’s website and press surrounding the film
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Signed Behind-the-Scenes set photo or fundraiser booklet.
  • Social media shoutout
  • Access to exclusive production updates
  • Optional first-look at pitch materials for the feature film

Note: This is a donor credit only, not a producer credit with any creative or legal authority.

TIER 6 - CO-PRODUCER $10000-$24999

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As a Co-Executive Producer, you can expect the following:

  • IMDB Credit – “Co-Executive Producer”
  • Tax Deduction through From the Heart Productions
  • Prominent solo card in opening and closing credits (Names of business representatives only, no business names)
  • Invitation to a pre or post screening dinner and Q&A
  • Donor name or logo listed on the film’s website and press surrounding the film
  • Invitation to local feature film capital campaign kick-off screening
  • Signed Behind-the-Scenes set photo or fundraiser booklet.
  • Access to exclusive production updates
  • First-look privileges at the trailer, score, or promotional clips
  • Optional first-look at pitch materials for the feature film
  • Social media shoutout

Note: This is a donor credit only, not a producer credit with any creative or legal authority.

TIER 7 - CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER $25000+

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