LOST IT

A woman loses her phone.

A woman loses her mind.

Lost It is a character-driven psychological short exploring the blurred line between reality and the subconscious in the aftermath of grief. At its heart is the story of two friends: SAM (played by Samantha Robinson) and ELLE (played by me).

The film explores how relationships can unravel — and how, sometimes, they find their way back in unexpected ways.

Visually, the film draws inspiration from the stark psychological intensity of Persona and Black Swan, with a tonal undercurrent reminiscent of Repulsion. Primarily shot in the subjective first-person point of view, the camera will move in and out of ELLE’s subconscious and conscious mind, pulling the audience through a dissociative journey.

While the story takes place in a single location, the filmmaking itself is anything but small. We plan to shoot a seven-minute, single-take sequence—one continuous shot that brings together the entire cast and approximately thirty extras. So while the setting is simple, the ambition is not. We’re bringing this story to life with an incredible Los Angeles–based cast and crew, and we’re set to shoot the last weekend of March.

Your support will HELP TO create a visually immersive, emotionally resoNant film that captures the quiet, disorienting experience of loss, and the hope that lives beneath it.

Funding for film—especially for female filmmakers—has never been harder to secure. Normally, I’ve put my short films on my credit card, raised small grants, and made it happen. But last year, I was in a major car accident, and I currently can’t front the costs. That’s why I’m asking for help.

join us in bringing this film to life.
Our goal is to raise $25,000.

Tiers

$25 or more — Friend
Supporters at this level will receive a thank you in the film credits.

$100 or more — Supporter
Supporters at this level will receive a thank you in the film credits and an invitation to any Los Angeles–based screenings.

$250 or more — Insider
Includes everything above, plus access to behind-the-scenes content and invitations to Los Angeles–based screenings.

$500 or more — Associate Producer
Receive an Associate Producer credit in the film, along with all rewards from the previous tiers.

$1,000 or more — Executive Producer
Receive an Executive Producer credit in the film, along with all rewards from the previous tiers. Be part of the first group to watch the locked cut.

$2,500 or more — Executive Producer (Festival Level)
Receive an Executive Producer credit in the film, along with all rewards from the previous tiers. Contributors at this level will also receive invitations to festival screenings and parties when possible. Please note that travel is not provided.

$5,000 or more — Executive Producer (On-Set Experience)
Includes everything above, plus the opportunity to visit the set and appear as an extra in the film.

Stills from our test shoot in Los Angeles.