From The Heart Productions
Fiscally Sponsored Indie Films and Projects

Our docudrama film will explore the dynamics of sexual exploitation as related to the home life backgrounds of sex-trafficked victims, and explore the work of Wellspring Living, a nonprofit based in Atlanta, GA — providing survivors with specialized recovery services through residential, counseling, spiritual, education and community-based programs. Featuring stories of children and adults who have transitioned to discovering their place in the world, what makes this project unique is that it will focus on the survivor’s process of healing, restoration and wholeness, and will employ a combination of interviews with narrative cinematic storytelling style threaded throughout.

A 16mm film observing the impact of homelessness, police brutality and stage fright on a resilient single father and young son.

O'ahu's west side, local revolutionary, has earned passage to follow his dream, but has to save his young rapping brother from his drug addiction, before he leaves.

Hometown Hustle is about how small businesses in small towns make a BIG impact. This series, hosted by show creator and producer Natalie K. Hodge, showcases the innovation, resilience and positive energy of entrepreneurs from little known places. The feel-good reality series is filled with heartwarming moments and humor.

What is something that everybody enjoys but no one acknowledges? Progress.
Human Progress – The Bad, the Good, and the Factual is a documentary that challenges the view of human progress as an illusion of the modern age vis-à-vis the denouncements of technological improvements as detrimental for society.

With a pandemic, climate disasters, crackdowns on protesters by authoritarian regimes, ongoing wars, hunger, and basic human rights under threat around the world, it is hard to believe, especially when reading the daily news, that things are getting better. Bad news and political discourse driven by fear and disinformation, ask for a fresh look at human progress.

Ukraine’s courageous, odds-defying stand against Russia ignited unparalleled global support for Ukraine while revealing the tremendous power of human unity. This film examines the diverse journeys Russia's unprovoked invasion has forced upon Ukrainians through the stories of the volunteers - inside and outside Ukraine - who are contributing whatever actions, skills, and resources they can. These often-unsung contributions are making an enormous difference to help keep Ukrainians in the fight, hopeful, and resilient, while also changing the volunteers themselves. The hope and possibility revealed provides a striking contrast to the injustices and atrocities Russia is inflicting upon Ukraine.

This film is about an elderly marginally housed woman living in San Francisco's Tenderloin District. As seen through her eyes, she struggles to manage the present while being hopelessly lost in the traumas of the past. In recent years there has been an explosion of people living on the streets in many small and large cities with much conversation about what to do about "them". This film is dedicated to those we know who may have fallen through the cracks and challenges us to try to understand ... and not look away. Funds will be used for production costs such as location fees, cast and crew, insurance , equipment rentals craft services and post production.

Gender incongruent as a child, Kathy, knew she was female as far back as pre-school. What did a penis have to do with anything, she asked her mom, Nancy. Even though, Nancy explained the facts, it never clicked for Kathy, so she did what all boys do and learned to become a boy. After spending her life suffocated by gender dysphoria, Kathy, now 60, petitions her health care provider for vocal and facial feminization surgery. A life-long dream shattered, when Kathy, during second surgery, contracts a life-altering infection forever changing her outcome. I Am Kathy is a tragedy and triumph. Kathy shows us what a survivior looks like, embracing her life fearlessly and unapologetically,

Dementia is a beast. In this warm, adventurous, and darkly humorous family drama on the fringes of reality, Vivian travels to the Mojave High Desert to convince her father, Art, to move from independence to assisted living. Vivian's struggle turns treacherous when Art goes missing in the dead of night. Now she must track him down with the help of only her paranormally-enthused husband, Shelby.

Detroiters inspire each other to vote through reciting a powerful spoken word poem by Charles Thomas Jr., a Detroit voting rights elder and activist.

This short film will be distributed for free to every GOTV org operating in the Detroit area during the critical 2022 mid-term elections.

I Remember Nicole is an Award-Winning, Call to Action! Music Video. A Global Anthem Reclaiming Power Over Domestic Violence.
While viewing I Remember Nicole, victims of abuse will see themselves in the faces of the hundreds of women who are standing strong. She will hear her life in the lyrics. Our hope is that I Remember Nicole empowers her to find HER voice. Raising Awareness while Raising the Roof!

In the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District, a group of Sisters, and a dedicated Faculty & Staff work to continue the mission of ICA Cristo Rey - the city’s sole surviving low-income, all-girls private high school, and the last hope of many of the Bay Area’s most overlooked families.

Consistently churning out some of the top-performing students in all of California and labeled as the most affordable college prep program in the Bay area (3k a year to the neighboring 60k), the school refuses to raise prices for an education that should be available to all. In one of the world’s most expensive, socioeconomically divided cities, they are doing it differently and showing it can be done. 

As profits continue to decline, farming communities in Colorado look to controversial solutions as they struggle to keep their traditional way of life alive. IN A DRY LAND explores industrial hemp’s role in saving rural America.

In the Path of Peace, a feature length documentary film, will show how Krav Maga, the self-defense discipline popularized in Israel, can be one of the most effective tools to combat antisemitism, particularly in the aftermath of the horrific attacks in Israel on October 7th. The film goes beyond self-defense, delving into the mental and physical empowerment that Krav Maga embodies, helping individuals build character, overcome trauma, and walk with pride.

Indie Rooftop is a 7-episode documentary series that features noteworthy independent artists of various genres in performances and interviews.

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After the death of her Grandma, 26 year old Kayla revisits her childhood only to discover that Grandma has strangely disappeared from some of her memories.

Inez is a short film centered around a recurring dream I had following my Grandma's (Inez) death. In the dream, I revisited my childhood memories with my Grandma. However, during the dream, I discovered that she was missing from those memories and I was unable to find her. Through my journey with grief, I set out to find my Grandma and to find peace after this devastating loss. The goal of this film is to not only celebrate my Grandma's life, but to also examine the journey of Grief- a journey that is often only seen for its

INHERITANCE explores the underlying causes of the opioid epidemic in America through the life of one boy and five generations of his extended family over 11 years. Curtis, a bright and hopeful boy, grows up from age 12 to 18 surrounded by love and struggle while every adult in his family – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins – battles addiction. Curtis’ America is an America where people and communities are struggling with an epidemic of substance use disorder, joblessness and a deteriorating sense of belonging.

Tristan is ranked #1 basketball player in the nation and now everything’s on the line. Your future coach is scandalous, trust is questionable and crime is lurking. In 24hrs the city will reap dire consequences and seek justice. Tristan is mentally torn, seemingly every decision is critical as the game winning shot. Leaving him no choice but to do what’s best.

A convicted mother struggles to keep her family intact after a car accident results in manslaughter. Now the disgruntled apparition demands she reveal the hidden family truth.

Ironsides (The Cartoon) is a 2D sci-fi cartoon, with a band of odd characters with inevitable objectives;
whom are constantly attempting to one up each other in a cyber noir-like space opera fashion, with many retro elements.
The setting is a fantasy sci-fi space retro universe, set in an asteroid mansion spaceport, where Ironsides lives.
It’s surrounded by many alien star systems and planets. His nemesis’ have bases of operations in their
own planetary strongholds; with their own objectives that are exploration, trade, invention and adventure.

JELLYBEANS is a bawdy, sex-positive ROM-COM about a jellybeans newlywed myth that terrorizes a FORMER womanizer whose honeymoon with the virgin bride of his dreams is hijacked by his sex-crazed mother-in-law.

The story of an unsung hero of Napa Valley who while in pursuit of the impossible dream of making the best bottle of wine in the world, saved the valley and changed the industry after illegally smuggling over 5,000 French wine vines into the US in 1982.

This is the remarkable story of Jimmy “The Brick” Flick, a UFC fighter from Sand Springs, Oklahoma who lifted himself out of a troubled and adversity-filled childhood by passionately pursuing his dreams of succeeding in his chosen profession, living a good and generous life, giving back to his community, and inspiring others do the same things.

NOT ALL DEATH IS THE END OF LIFE

A grieving father must set aside his own beliefs to honor his son Joe’s last wish to be an organ donor. As time goes by he finds a calling and new “normal” in the reflection of Joe’s legacy of service to others. Through multiple stories of grief and recovery, we see what happens when true heroes die and find out they never really do.

When Zhu Shen’s husband Changyou dies of cancer, she throws herself into a six-year odyssey to produce their 12-year-old artistically gifted son Perry’s animated film Changyou’s Journey (a 2019 Oscar-qualifying animated short) in honor of his father, unleashing a mother-son tug of war. Zhu must learn to look inward to reconnect with her son, reclaim her own buried artistic prowess, and transform from a “Tiger Mom” to a “Zen Mom.”

A feature length documentary telling the strength, perseverance and heart of Malayalee immigrants who migrated from Kerala, India to the US in the 1960s and 70s.
Kadha seeks to chronicle the challenges and triumphs faced by pioneers of the Malayalee community in America. Their stories are a critical reminder of the humble sacrifices that paved the way for success for generations now and in the future. Kadha celebrates the universal human experience of sacrifice, bravery, and resilience through the story of a people paving a new path in a new land.

In a post-cataclysmic world, a guilt-ridden actress-turned-detective drags an unwelcome partner into her unconventional approach to crime-solving before the culprit can strike again.

This film provides a direct look into the heartfelt drive and dedication of Dede Bandaid and Nitzan Mintz, Israeli street artists who were in New York City for a 3-month art residency program on October 7th, 2023. Devastated by the news of the kidnapped victims, and wanting to make a difference halfway around the world, they stopped their artistic projects to focus 100% of their time on developing a way to bring profound awareness of the kidnapped hostages.

This film, ”KIdnapped from Israel" will highlight the importance of never giving up no matter what obstacles you may face, and show how just a few people can make a difference in the ongoing struggle the Jewish people have had to endure.

An eye-opening documentary that delves into the lives of individuals living with Knobloch Syndrome, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and triumphs while challenging perceptions about this rare disease and advocating for greater awareness and research.

"Knobloch…KnoWHAT?!?!" is a feature-length documentary that tells the powerful stories of individuals and families affected by Knobloch Syndrome. This rare genetic condition impacts vision and can lead to retinal detachment, among other challenges. Through personal interviews, medical insights, and heartwarming narratives, the film aims to shed light on the human experience of living with this little-known condition.
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Kris & Kyle are best friends, now in their thirties living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, started tackling the world one adventure at a time as they felt they had a ticking clock over their shoulder. In an effort to not let SMA get in the way of their fun and their ambitions, they take on the comedy stage, artistic challenges, and politicians. This documentary is in its tenth year of following their challenges, wins, and everyday banter.

This documentary chronicles one woman's journey to discover the truth about her ancestor, Carl Laemmle, who founded Universal Studios and saved Jews from the Holocaust. She finds three families he saved, learns their stories, then travels to Southern Germany with her husband and 11 year-old daughter to find the places they were forced to flee. They are surprised to also find Germans working to preserve the past today.

Hours before the German Surrender was in effect, a B-17 crashed in the unrelenting North Sea killing 11 of the 13 airmen on-board who were returning from a Humanitarian Mission to drop food to the starving Dutch. Six of the airmen are still missing. "Last Intercept" tells their story through letters, archival photos and film, and the memories of loved ones.

When Keshia, a young charismatic undocumented Latina living in New York City, decides to start her own businesses, she not only embarks on a journey that challenges her as a young entrepreneur but also discovers how Latinas must fight tenaciously in the United States to establish themselves as relevant group. All this so they can make their dreams LATINA OWNED.

*Poster from our concept short film "The Lazarus Game."
Fallon Carter, a shy college freshman and member of the Gamma Gamma Gamma sorority, catches her boyfriend cheating with the sorority president. When her sisters find out, they suggest some innocent revenge. They plan an elaborate prank to get back at the cheaters, but it turns fatal costing the life of a sister. The group panics, covers up the accident, and reports the girl missing. The next school year a new freshman shows up for rush week who looks exactly like the one they buried. The arrival of the doppelganger spurs chaos and the girls are forced to face the consequences of the previous Spring.

A young woman has a change of heart after accidentally hearing the heartbeat of her child.

LOGLINE : Best-selling author Annie Bell announces she’s writing an
expose on her estranged mother, only to discover her mother
is suddenly missing. As she digs for answers, mysterious events
begin to unfold, and Annie fears ancient forces may be at play...

little bunker hill is a transcendental coming-of-age fable. For 6 years, Ellison has lived away from her family at a utopian experiment in rural New England. The U.S. is rapidly industrializing, but she and her friends spend their days philosophizing. This film teaches us a thought-provoking coming-of-age story that blends philosophy and utopian ideals. In a rapidly changing world, it explores resistance, community and the struggle to preserve progressive values.

A compelling documentary that follows Ireland’s Lord Randal Plunkett (39), the 21st Baron of Dunsany Castle, as he works to re-wild his 1700 acre estate (the country’s largest private rewilding project) to help fight climate change. Randal’s efforts are jeopardized, however, when the transportation department threatens to construct a railroad that would run directly through his property and destroy the land and legacy he’s worked so hard to save.

Filmmaker Andrew Garbus’s parents are divorcing after thirty years of marriage. In response to this, he creates a film chronicling the week of the move out from his childhood home, seeking closure as to how his family fell apart, while continuing to battle his own demons, both past and present, and trying to find hope for the future.

"Tragedy ensues after a lonely hermit falls in love with a mysterious young woman that purchases his old family home."

This is a low budget self-funded grass roots film shooting in rural Virginia. We are casting and crewing out of the mid Atlantic and will be shooting against the backdrop of the Appalachian region. A heavy focus on practical effects and authentic scenery is primary goal for the aesthetic of this film. Both director and producer are local to Virginia and have made award winning films within the commonwealth over the last few years.

Adam seeks redemption for a murder he was wrongfully accused of, and Angel seeks revenge. In a world where good meets evil, Adam and Angel cross paths uncovering dark secrets and supernatural powers. The limits of their humanity are tested by a haunting past and an uncertain future. Adam and Angel search the darkest corners of the human heart to find each other, vengeance, and redemption. Angel wants to avenge her mother's murder. Adam was convicted of the crime but insists he was falsely accused. When Adam is mysteriously released from prison, Angel is drawn into a world of ancient rituals and bloodthirsty vampires. Nothing is what it seems in this tale of good and evil

A young woman must choose between staying in her small town to look after her younger sister and manipulative father, who is diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder after a failed suicide attempt, or move to Hollywood to pursue her dream of becoming an actress.

"Lucky Alien" is a gripping short film that explores one woman's fight for love and dignity against the merciless bureaucracy of immigration, shedding light on the dark corners of a broken system. This social drama with a sprinkle of dark humor will evoke feelings and moments of intense suspense, witnessing uncomfortable but real situations that happen everyday on these country borders. With it’s fast-paced dialogue and seemingly endless levels of hell, the cast of characters in this world of limbo will make you laugh and cry, and teach you that ‘The Terminal’ isn’t exactly accurate. - BASED ON A TRUE STORY

Mad as Hell is a feature-length documentary that puts a spotlight on women's anger and the price they pay for speaking out.

"...the discouragement of women's anger - vis silencing, erasure, and repression - stems from the correct understanding of those in power that in the fury of women lies the power to change the word." -Rebecca Traister, Good and Mad
As Rebecca Traister points out, anger is recognised and encouraged as a show of strength in men. We will examine how effectively the media and the political realm has been weaponised to quash Women’s anger, and we will demonstrate just how revolutionary harnessing and using your anger can be."

In the small, tight-knit town of Doraville, beloved for its resilience and unity, the establishment of a GM plant in 1947 sparks hope and prosperity and the town thrives. But when the same GM plant shuts down over 60 years later, the town faces its greatest challenge yet. Untold numbers of families were impacted by the resulting job loss. Fifteen years later, in steps Hollywood with a vision to make Doraville the new “Hollywood of the south.” Amidst uncertainty, Doraville must navigate the delicate balance between preserving her heritage and embracing new opportunities. Can Doraville forge a symbiotic relationship with Hollywood while staying true to her roots?

A woman’s nose grows long when she assumes a fake online identity. Committed to beauty, she hides her dysmorphia with a new nose that grants her fame and fortune.
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This surreal disaster fantasy short is a proof-of-concept for a feature film.
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Teenage tuba prodigy Tubadu and his dying mother try to launch his career as a band leader so he can escape poverty and violence. He's coming of age in the deep musical heritage of New Orleans, where band leaders must also step up for the community around them.

MAN FREED written by Will Rittweger & Wendy Leigh is a historical, gothic fiction. Romanticism meets the metaphysical as Lord Byron's famous closet drama makes its debut on screen, reimagined and adapted.

A curious and intelligent non-verbal autistic girl struggles to communicate. Her mother is desperate to provide the necessary tools for survival in a world where if one is without a voice ~ one is invisible to the world as well.

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Our manifestations create pure Bliss in our lives.

In high school and even in college, people, especially young women believe that they'll have their life all mapped out. In the moments of life, they don't see how the circle of events eventually propels them to their destined journey.

Four best friends: Ashlyn, Jade, Briana, and Stacey, have experienced divorce, hot girl summers, plenty of girl's trips, and just overall life! Life has been fun and they all enjoy the sisterhood they have, but now that the main hot girl of the group, Ashlyn, is getting married, she wants her girls to experience the same Bliss. Her engagement party is coming up and she thinks it will be good to put a twist on