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Vicky Wakes Up - Short Film

This is a story of creative self-discovery.

VICKY WAKES UP

A TV comedy series inspired by my original music. A story of creative self-discovery. If Pam from "The Office" transformed into Daisy from "Daisy Jones & The Six".

 Los Angeles , CA, US
  • $12,593 raised of $19,300 goal
  • 33 donations
  • 57 days left
This is a Fiscally-Sponsored Project

Fiscally Sponsored by Fractured Atlas

ABOUT THE CREATOR - VICTORIA BLADE:

Victoria stars in Donald Glover's Emmy-nominated SWARM and recurs in Emmy-winning WANDAVISION. She recently wrapped an Amazon film opposite Zooey Deschanel and guest stars in the popular TV series THE CHOSEN. Other recent credits include BROCKMIRE, DOOM PATROL, and THE OUTSIDER.

Victoria got her start in the Chicago theatre scene where she landed her first acting gig at the world renowned Steppenwolf Theatre.

Victoria wrote/directed and starred in the short comedy Alien Baby, which completed an award-winning film festival tour and was featured on Funny or Die's "Best of the Web". 

Victoria is actively writing, recording and performing with her band in Los Angeles. Her music has been written up in American Songwriter, Under the Radar and Audiofemme and nominated for a Jeff Award for Best Original Song.

ABOUT THE PROJECT:

A comedic TV series set in present day, downtown Chicago.

Stuck in a dead-end office job, Vicky lives an uninspired existence until she’s confronted by her ideal self, a badass indie-rock star, through vivid dreams and visions. With some mysterious help, Vicky begins a quest to discover her true calling, use her authentic voice and pursue a life in music.

Our oblivious heroine, VICKY, must overcome her demanding day job, rude boss and her own stage fright to discover the meaningful career she desires.

THE MISSION: 

I believe we’re all called to a unique path in life. It’s possible to pivot at any age, pursue meaningful work and change our life for the better! 

The inspiration for VICKY began as a creative way to converge my work as an actor, musician and screenwriter. Don't wait for someone to write your dream role, write it yourself! This film will open even bigger doors for me as an artist and provide a clear vision for the next chapter of my career.  

The goal is to inspire those who feel stuck. Through Vicky and her office bffs, we will empower audiences, especially women and non-binary audiences to use their unique creative voice and overcome adversity.

THE SHOOT: 

Me and my team are knee-deep in pre-production, preparing to shoot a proof-of-concept in Los Angeles in October of 2024. 

What's a proof of concept? It's a short version of the first episode that will serve as a visual sales tool as I pitch the show and sell the series! 

DONATIONS: 

YOU are a big part of making this dream a reality! Your donation is fully tax-deductible and will take this project to the finish line. VICKY is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Fractured Atlas will issue tax receipts for all donations.

Every dollar we receive will directly fund: 
  • Camera and Lens Rental 
  • Location Rental 
  • Production Insurance 
  • Props  
  • Wardrobe
  • Editing and Post-Production  
  • Meals
  • Cast and Crew Salaries and more!

Click below to view our budget.
Vicky Wakes Up Budget - External .pdf 48.32 KB
 

OTHER WAYS TO HELP:

  • Share this page! Know someone who loves to support the arts or just wants some charitable tax write offs?! Simply share this campaign with them!

  • LOCATIONS to shoot in Los Angeles area! We need an office with a bathroom & conference room, a studio with a cyc wall and a small concert venue/bar. 

  • Be a background actor on our weekend shoot in October! Email APagniano@gmail.com 

OUR TEAM! 

HARLEY ASTORGA - Director of Photography - is a Los Angeles-based director of photography. He specializes primarily in music videos and documentaries and has worked with the likes of Travis Scott, Playboi Carti, and Tyga. His recent credits include BOSSES, a six-part comedy web series featuring Keke Palmer, as well as an unannounced short film based in Tokyo, Japan.

Aaron Pagniano


AARON PAGNIANO - Producer - is a festival award-winning, queer director/producer from Florida. The thing they love most about filmmaking is the unique way in which it brings together artists of all kinds and they believe it is their duty and responsibility to empower the voices of underrepresented and oppressed people both on and off screen. 

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*Fractured Atlas is a 501(c)(3) public charity; all donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. 

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DOLLY

Donate $1,000.00 or more

Amount is fully tax-deductible.

Your generous spirit shines as bright as your golden curls! 

All donors at the DOLLY level get: 
  • Co-Producer credit!
  • Invite to VIP screening with the cast & crew in Los Angeles 
  • Social media shout-out
  • Handwritten thank you note

ALANIS

Donate $100.00 or more

Amount is fully tax-deductible.

You outta know, you're the passionate voice of femme empowerment! 

All supporters at the ALANIS level get: 
  • Special thanks in the credits!
  • Social media shout out
  • Handwritten thank you note

BLONDIE

Donate $500.00 or more

Amount is fully tax-deductible.

One way or another, you have won our heart of glass! <3 

All donors at the BLONDIE level get: 
  • Early access to final footage via a private link!
  • Special thanks in the credits
  • Social media shout out
  • Handwritten thank you note

WHITNEY

Donate $5,000.00 or more

Amount is fully tax-deductible.

You've hit the high note! You make us wanna dance with somebody!! 

All donors at the WHITNEY level get: 
  • Option to visit our film set for you and a guest!
  • EXECUTIVE PRODUCER credit!
  • Invite to VIP screening with the cast & crew in Los Angeles 
  • Social media shout-out
  • Handwritten thank you note