Synopsis:
Emma has a loving family, caring boyfriend, and loyal best friend. One rumor might rip this all away from her though. She fights to hold on to her old life as one mean-spirited rumor becomes so real she can’t find the light through the encompassing darkness. Emma tries to run from it, but it becomes so real and takes on a life of its own. She finds herself powerless to it and unable to distinguish rumor from reality. What if she can’t escape it and hold on to her dwindling sanity?
Our Story
Words Like Knives is a dark, discomforting, and surreal psychological horror film that focuses on our main character's inner turmoil as she tries to dismiss horrendous rumors that are being spread about her and the frightening examination that follows. The short film is written by and stars Kelsey Zukowski. The film is directed by Travis Legge and long time collaborator, Tim Stotz, as the Director of Photography on the film. Words Like Knives also features Jeff Scaduto, Valerie Meachum, Myke Wilson, Melissa Revels, and Aley Kreinz, all of whom Legge has worked with before; enabling him to identify their strengths and bring them out. All the individuals who are part of this film are extremely talented individuals who are passionate about independent film. We love what we do and we want to use that love to create a compelling and chilling film that can really resonate with its audience.
The Impact
Words Like Knives has many compelling themes and real world issues including the effects of bullying and many brands of abuse. We've used the film to show these things at their darkest; painting a picture of how dehumanizing they can be. We believe in film making and specifically horror with creativity and reason. It's a difficult examination, but one that is sure to make an effect on viewers.
What We Need & What You Get
We will use any funds raised for transportation and food costs for the cast and crew. It will be used towards needed props and special effects. Although, it is not overly gory, there are necessary effects that will require proper funding. Given the material we want to make sure not an ounce of realism is sacrificed.
Other Ways You Can Help
If you can't donate please share our campaign and spread the word! We want to get the film and all that we are trying to do out there anyway possible!
Team on This Campaign:
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Kelsey ZukowskiWriter/Actress/Producer
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Travis LeggeDirector