The Goal
by Sabina Shamdasani on 09/17/10
In a world where independent filmmakers are distributing their films online and trying to make a living doing so, it might not make much sense that I decided to give copies of my movie away for free.
Yes, that's right, I'm giving away copies of 'Dada Ji' for free. Now, let me explain.
A few years ago, when 'Dada Ji' screened at the Los Angeles Children's Film Festival, and when I heard the children (these were like 7 year-olds, mind you) laugh at the jokes, I realized that this movie resonated with kids. That was a big Ah-Ha moment. When it screened at Comicon in San Diego, at the Q&A, a young girl asked me how hard it was to be a filmmaker. Another Ah-Ha! I realized two things: 1) kids like this movie, 2) maybe, through this movie and through my experience as a filmmaker, I can inspire people to pursue their goals and dreams in life.
So we're embarking on a journey...
We've already sought out, and continue to seek out various non-profits that encourage, teach or mentor kids to be all they can be! I don't know how many DVDs we're going to give out...maybe 50, maybe 100, maybe 500. I don't know, but I want this movie to be seen, I think kids will like it and I want to give them an opportunity to ask a the filmmaker any questions they wish.
But, the truth is, it wouldn't really be possible to just keep giving away DVDs, I am kinda hoping there are people out there who might fall upon our website and decide to buy a copy...that would help us to continue to be able to give them away. What can I say, I believe in karma :)
Lupe, who also works with me, has lined up an event coming up in October, we're supposed to go to downtown LA and meet some high school students, screen the film, Q&A, and give out DVDs...stay tuned!
Oh, and that's our team by the way...Lupe, Ben and me, Sabina....every time I say 'we', now you know who I'm talking about. Great to meet you...we'll have another update soon :)
