“Sleepy Boy” is a short film exploring themes of memory and Black love, both familial and romantic, through unconventional narrative frameworks and magical realism. Set in Scarborough, Ontario during the summer, the film leans into the nostalgia of what could have been, what was, and what is not. The project is being written and directed by Nathaniel Bahadursingh, based on his own memories growing up and the summers spent in his family house in Scarborough, and it is being produced under Brooklyn College’s Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema. We have received some grant funds for the production from the school, however, they are not enough to cover the entire estimated budget. We are hoping to make up the deficit by appealing to you!
It is important for the filmmaker to shoot the film on location in Ontario to preserve the authenticity of the story, which was developed with a strong sense of place in mind. Filming there also allows the filmmaker to stay true to his personal memories and experiences. However, this also means that we won't have access to the school's resources that would be available if we were shooting locally in Brooklyn, which increases overall costs. We hope that the funds raised through your donation will help cover production expenses such as equipment rentals, accommodation, in addition to food and craft services.
We are deeply and forever grateful for your generous support. This film would not be possible without your contribution. As a token of our gratitude, we will send you a unique, hand-drawn artwork (made by the director himself) inspired by the themes of the film. In addition, we will share an early cut of the film during the post-production stage before it is seen by the general public.
Thank you so much for your consideration!