Help Bring My Next Indie Film to Life!
Hi, I'm Sarah Jamie Lewis, an independent filmmaker, writer, and director based in Texas and Arkansas.
In just a few weeks, weāre filming my next independent movie and today Iām asking for your help to make it happen.
Today, Iām asking for your help as we prepare to film The Crescent on July 26th.
Every donation, no matter the amount, helps us cover travel, production expenses, and the many behind-the-scenes costs that come with bringing an independent film to life. If donating isnāt possible, simply sharing this fundraiser with your friends and family would mean the world to us.
Thank you to everyone who has already supported this journey. Your encouragement reminds me why I started making films in the first place.
š¬ Every supporter who contributes will receive a special thank-you in the filmās end credits.
In 2020, I was incredibly honored to receive two Best Actress awards, which gave me even more confidence to keep chasing this dream. Since then, I've continued writing, producing, directing and acting in my own independent films. Every project teaches me something new and every film brings me one step closer to telling the stories I've carried with me for years.
Most recently, I completed my award-winning short film, Content Creator, which is currently being submitted to film festivals around the world. Now, I'm excited to begin production on my next short film.
About the Film
What starts as a spontaneous road trip quickly turns into something much more unsettling.
When Shelley convinces her friends Vince, Daniel, and Sarah to make an unexpected stop at a mysterious hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, the group is hesitantābut curiosity wins. As they settle in, strange events begin to unfold, testing their friendships, their trust in one another, and ultimately their will to survive.
Inspired by one of America's most famous haunted hotels, this suspenseful story explores fear, relationships, and the unknown in ways I can't wait to bring to the screen.
Why I'm Raising Funds
Independent filmmaking isn't backed by large studios or million-dollar budgets. Every scene, every location, every meal, and every mile traveled is made possible by people who believe in the project.
Your support will help cover essential production costs, including:
Filming location rental (two days of production) 1886 Crescent Hotel
Travel expenses for cast and crew
Meals and refreshments during filming
Production supplies and behind-the-scenes expenses
IMDbPro and festival-related costs
Every dollar goes directly into making this film the best it can be. My cast and crew work incredibly hard, and I always want to make sure they're taken care of throughout the production process.
A Special Thank You
One of my favorite parts of filmmaking is building a community around these projects.
For my previous film, everyone who wanted recognition was thanked in the end credits and I'll be doing that again for this film. It's a small way to show my appreciation because every contributionāno matter the sizeāhelps bring this story to life.
Even if you're unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with friends and family means the world to me. Independent films grow because of people who believe in them and help spread the word.
Thank you for supporting my journey, believing in independent filmmaking, and helping me tell another story.
I can't wait to share behind-the-scenes updates as production gets underway!
With gratitude,
Sarah Jamie Lewis
