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For The Love Of Movies... Can We Talk?In 'Yefon,' African Woman Defies Tradition By Learning To Read, Only To Face Death Sentence
A project I was alerted to by Isaiah Washington over the weekend has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $50,000 by September 21.
Already attached to the film are a few names (and faces) you might recognize, like Jimmy Jean-Louis and Hakeem Kae-Kazim.
Titled Yefon, written by actress/producer/writer Sahndra Fon Dufe, and said to be based on true events, the film...
... tells the story of a young African girl’s pursuit of education, and how she stands against a male government that crosses the line to protect their ancient traditions and political interests. It is a story that shows that one little person can be the beginning of not only a change, but a revolution. YEFON is the perfect mix of a strong story, controversial issues, and a powerful message.
There's a lot more info on the project's Kickstarter page, but instead of me repeating it, first watch the pitch in the video below, featuring cast and crew, and then head over to Kickstarter by clicking in the widget underneath the video, or just click HERE. Thus far, just over $1,500 has been raised, with just over a month to go in the campaign.
7 Comments
Adam Scott Thompson | August 14, 2012 8:32 AM
"African Woman Defies Tradition By Learning To Read, Only To Face Death Sentence" How is this NOT a studio exec's wet dream? It's got "feel-good film of the year" written all over it. Much luck and success to the filmmakers!
James Madison | August 14, 2012 12:02 AM
Sounds good. Much success to the creators.
sahndra fon dufe | August 13, 2012 11:57 PM
Hi Mr Obenson, I want to sincerely thank you for putting our story out there. May God bless you. THANK YOU!!!!!!!
D.C. Kirkwood | August 13, 2012 10:57 PM
Great Project.
lauren | August 13, 2012 1:35 PM
Looks and sounds great!
Bookworm | August 13, 2012 11:22 AM
This looks like such a lovely project and I respect the story they want to tell. :)