Vanessa
Roberto Nascimento | Film
Overview
Created, directed and produced by Roberto Nascimento, SUI GENERIS is an anthology series about the world of apps and online dating.
In a world full of apps and easy sex, we take glimpse into the lives of several LGBTQIA+ people, as they chase after physical and emotional connection.
Each episode of SUI GENERIS is a stand-alone story in its own style, conceived and written by members and allies of the LGBTQI community. This season and the previous two were independently made and the show has won, combined, 8 international awards and been nominated for another 15.
VANESSA is the final episode in this beautiful project I'm very proud of. The story is inspired by the idea of anonymity - what would you do, being unknown in a new city? What could you do, what version of yourself would be presented... and would you take advantage of that?
WHY THIS PROJECT MATTERS
I grew up in a time without positive representation of queer people on TV and Cinema. Growing up like that, one sometimes feels there is no hope of ever finding connection, friendship and love (in its many manifestations).
THE CENTRAL THEMES
Connections, love and information. How do we keep track of who we are and how we love ourselves, when bombarded with unrealistic standards?
We all want to belong and find our people... this show promotes that connection, while providing a platform for local talent - in front of and behind the camera.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
We are raising additional funds to cover a symbolic fee for our cast and crew, gear rental, costumes, location fees and kai.
Your donation will help us achieve a sophisticated cinematic episode.
Here are some ways you can make a difference:
- Contribute to our campaign. Any donation, no matter how big or small, will be truly appreciated and celebrated. We know the times are a-challenging, so if you can't contribute financially perhaps you could...
- Share this campaign with your friends and extended whānau. Help spread the word
- Give us a hand during the shoot? We are currently looking for a costume design/wardrobe person OR a runner
- Maybe cooking is your thing? We'll need to feed a crew and cast...
The team behind the project is amazing - so the least we can do is provide them everything they need to do their job and feed them well.
I can't thank you enough and hope you can be a part of this journey.
Aroha nui,
Roberto and the team.
THE TEAM
ROBERTO NASCIMENTO – Director, Creator & Producer
DANIELA CONFORTE – Director of Photography, Producer
MARCIA SASANO – Writer, Co-Producer
SHAMIR RODRIGUEZ - Sound Recordist
JESSICA HUNT - Make Up
WE'LL REVEAL THE BRILLIANT CAST IN THE NEXT POST
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Donors
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Renee Sheridan
Go team 💫 All best for the shoot 🎥💫
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sarah delvigne
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Puteri Raja Ariff
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Vanessa Soares
I’m very proud of you and love the name of the episode!
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Fernando Hart
Go you! Well done.
Project Updates
27%!
Thank you for your contribution (and shares) so far, we are at 27% !!! Thank you, friends - there's still a long way to go, but I just wanted to take the time to say I appreciate your help.
I'd like to introduce another cast member: Connor Johnston, also a recent The Actors Programme Graduate and a great conversationalist. Connor was recently seen on 'Head High', plus he'll appear in an episode of the Lucy Lawless show 'My Life in Murder'. No doubt we'll see more of him in years to come and I'm happy he'll be a part of the Sui Generis family.
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