Echo at 11 Oak Drive Film Raises $23,154

The dynamic film making pair raised $23,154 using a combination of crowd sourcing and social media to fund this very important film effort.

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The final crowd sourcing film funding results for the independent film “Echo at 11 Oak Drive” Directed by Crystle Clear Roberson and Produced by Dianne Ashford are in. The dynamic film making pair raised $23,154 using a combination of crowd sourcing and social media to fund this very important film effort. While the ultimate goal is $80,000 to shoot the film, the team did a phenomenal job in promoting and raising money for this film and it shows the importance of iFundie.com, a crowd sourcing portal, and how fans can get involved in working on extremely exciting projects.

While I was watching the Oscars, I was brutally reminded of the importance of two voices in film: The African American Voice and the African American woman’s voice which is nearly non existent. I will continue to work tirelessly to support Crystle “Clear” Roberson, Dianne Ashford, and Angi Bones in developing exciting film projects in both Hollywood and Atlanta. I encourage everyone to continually support Echo at 11 Oak Drive!

Echo at 11 Oak Drive by Crystle Clear and Dianne Ashford

Echo at 11 Oak Drive by Crystle Clear and Dianne Ashford

Walking On Water with Atlanta Filmmaker Crystle Roberson

For the past 2 weeks, I’ve been walking on water. I set out on a seemingly impossible journey, and honestly, I was a bit afraid before I began. However, I have faith in God and belief in the passion that has been placed in my heart to reach this goal. Now, after two weeks, I have no doubt! And, it feels great!!

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Echo at 11 Oak Drive Directed by Crystle Roberson & Produced by Dianne Ashford

Echo at 11 Oak Drive Directed by Crystle Roberson & Produced by Dianne Ashford


Written by Filmmaker/Director/Writer of Echo at 11 Oak Drive Crystle Clear Roberson.

For the past 2 weeks, I’ve been walking on water. I set out on a seemingly impossible journey, and honestly, I was a bit afraid before I began. However, I have faith in God and belief in the passion that has been placed in my heart to reach this goal. Now, after two weeks, I have no doubt! And, it feels great!!

Since January 11, 2011, my Producer, Dianne Ashford, and I have been fund-raising for our next film “Echo at 11 Oak Drive”, which I have written and will Direct.

So far, this process has done more than just put funding towards my dreams, It has put hope and joy in my heart!! To know that people believe in our vision enough to support financially, spiritually and mentally, speaks volumes about mankind and the hearts of the people I have surrounded myself with through the years!! If you are one of the people who have already pledged, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

I have faith that we will succeed in raising the $80k needed by the March 11th deadline, and you can trust that should you decide to join us in reaching this goal, you will have no regrets because we put ACTION behind BELIEF!!

In a nutshell:

I have written a film called “Echo at 11 Oak Drive” that we plan to shoot in Atlanta this summer. We are raising $80k for the production of this film in 60 days through iFundie.com. Every contributor receives a REWARD for his/her pledge. Including the chance to be Producer or Exec. Producer of the film. If we do not reach our goal by March 11th, no money changes hands.

Here are 5 EASY Ways YOU CAN HELP US ENSURE VICTORY:

1. Visit the website http://www.ifundie.com/echofilm and contribute at least $1 today. (please note the $ won’t leave your pocket until we reach our goal).
2. Forward this email, or Write your own email and send to your friends, family, and co-workers.
3. Visit our facebook page and click the “Like” button, then share it with your facebook friends. Echo Film on Facebook
4. Create a fun video of yourself, kids, or pets endorsing “Echo at 11 Oak Drive” and upload it to Youtube.
5. If you have a twitter or facebook account, tweet this link or put it in your status at least once a day! http://www.ifundie.com/echofilm

The fact that you have read this email to the end deserves much thanks!! We appreciate you!!

In the event that you’d prefer NOT to make a payment online, You may send a check or money order to the address below:

Symmetry Entertainment
“Echo Project”
236 Auburn Ave Ste 202
Atlanta, GA 30303

Much love,

Film Director and Writer Crystle Clear Roberson

Film Director and Writer Crystle Clear Roberson

Crystle Clear Roberson

iFundie Page: http://www.ifundie.com/echofilm Echo Film Fundraising Page
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Trois 3 The Escort – Sex Is The Game

Sex is the game and betrayal the rule in this suspense-packed third installment of the erotic Trois series.

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Sex is the game and betrayal the rule in this suspense-packed third installment of the erotic Trois series. When a rap concert hes promoting loses big money, Trent Meyer (Brian White, TVs Redemption) is forced to become a high-priced escort to pay off his debt to ruthless mobster Benny Grier (Isaiah Washington, Romeo Must Die). But while in the throes of a torrid affair with his beautiful and powerful boss, Trent falls in love with one of the madams gorgeous call girls (Reagan Gomez-Preston, Love Dont Cost a Thing). With dangerous consequences looming, he soon finds that the price of love may be too much to pay.

The Drop Short Film Produced by Dianne Ashford in Round 2

Dianne Ashford of Symmetry Entertainment produced a short film called “The Drop” that was submitted to The Doorpost Short Film Contest. I’m proud to announce that “The Drop” has moved on past Round 1 and has made it to Round 2 of the film competition! Congrats to Producers Dianne Ashford and Martha Munizzi, Directors Martha [...]

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Dianne Ashford of Symmetry Entertainment produced a short film called “The Drop” that was submitted to The Doorpost Short Film Contest. I’m proud to announce that “The Drop” has moved on past Round 1 and has made it to Round 2 of the film competition! Congrats to Producers Dianne Ashford and Martha Munizzi, Directors Martha Munizzi & Crystle Clear Roberson and the entire cast and crew.

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Trois 3: The Escort Movie (Paying off debt to the Mob)

Sex is the game and betrayal the rule in this suspense-packed third installment of the erotic Trois series. When a rap concert hes promoting loses big money, Trent Meyer (Brian White, TVs Redemption) is forced to become a high-priced escort to pay off his debt to ruthless mobster Benny Grier (Isaiah Washington, Romeo Must Die).

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Motives 2: Retribution on SuperChannel (Movie Trailer)

The Rainforest Films/Symmetry Entertainment produced Motives 2: Retribution. Buy it today.

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SymmetryEntertainment.com Motives 2: Retribution Film Trailer

It’s been three years since Emery Simms was wrongfully imprisoned for a murder he didn’t commit. Emery’s best friend Brandon (Blakemore) and ex-wife Connie (Fox) are now married, running a successful restaurant and nightclub in Atlanta.

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In conjunction with Rainforest Films, Symmetry Entertainment produced and released the popular Motives 2 film. It’s been three years since Emery Simms was wrongfully imprisoned for a murder he didn’t commit. Emery’s best friend Brandon (Blakemore) and ex-wife Connie (Fox) are now married, running a successful restaurant and nightclub in Atlanta. Their lives change dramatically, however, when Simms is killed in prison and new evidence emerges as to Brandon’s role in the framing of his friend. When Emery’s estranged brother Donovan (White) enters the picture, he becomes determined to unearth the explosive truth behind his brother’s downfall. New motives, deceptions and lies are revealed, but the closer Donovan gets, the deeper he’ll get himself into trouble and the possibility of lying in a grave, right next to his brother.

Vote for The Door Post Short Film “The Drop” Produced by Dianne Ashford

Vote for the Exceptional Short Film The Drop written by Martha Manuzzi and produced by Dianne Ashford of Symmetry Entertainment for best film.

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The Drop Produced by Dianne Ashford, Written by Martha Manuzzi

The Drop Produced by Dianne Ashford, Written by Martha Manuzzi

MTV2 To Air Rainforest Films Sprite Step Off Show

Six step teams from across the country are competing for $1.5 Million in scholarships, but more importantly, to be crowned the best in the nation.

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Rainforest Films Presents Sprite Step Off on MTV2
Six step teams from across the country are competing for $1.5 Million in scholarships, but more importantly, to be crowned the best in the nation.

Hip-hop superstar and actor Chris “Ludacris” Bridges hosts this six-part, documentary-style series that follows three fraternities and three sororities from various schools in the United States as they compete in the largest step show competition in history, the Sprite Step Off.

Created by Rainforest Films, the show premiers THIS Sunday, January 31 at 3pm EST / 12 noon PST. Hosted by Hip-Hop Superstar and Actor Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, the series follows six step teams 3 fraternities and 3 sororities from across the country, as they give their all in competing in the Sprite Step Off, the largest national step team competition in history with a combined prize pool of $1.5 million in scholarships.

For more information visit: MTV2

Film Producer Vs. Film Director (Celebrity Guest Blog by Dianne Ashford)

“I meet people all the time with a desire to be a director and/or a producer but most don’t know the difference in the job responsibilities, so I thought I would take this time to define the two in laymen terms.”

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Dianne Ashford is a film producer who has a long compendium of films and owner of Symmetry Entertainment in Atlanta, GA. She is a producer for Rainforest Films who is responsible for the films Stomp The Yard, Stomp The Yard 2, Obsessed, and other major films. She is an award winning film producer and outright beautiful and caring person.

“I meet people all the time with a desire to be a director and/or a producer but most don’t know the difference in the job responsibilities, so I thought I would take this time to define the two in laymen terms.

Directors are creative people. They provide direction to virtually every department on the set from the cast to the locations. They consult with the wardrobe department on the style of the characters. They meet with the Art Department on the look and design of the sets. They collaborate with the Director of Photography (DP) on the visual look of the film and the camera movement (pan left to right, tilt up or down). They are concerned with all things in front of the camera. They provide the vision.

Producers are action people. We do everything in our power to make the Director’s vision a reality. Our world is behind the camera. We negotiate deals with actors, hire the crew and maintain the budget. We are the point of contact for all things right or wrong (mostly wrong) on a set. We are the most celebrated and hated people on the set; The Kings and Queens of “NO”. Not the most glamorous job, but somebody has to do it! That’s where I come in J!

In essence, both jobs are crucial to the movie making process but they are two totally different beasts and I’ve only given you a small look into some of the real responsibilities! No two days are the same, there are challenges both must face on the daily basis but that’s why the movie making business is so magical and that’s why you have to LOVE what you do to do it!”

Written by Ms. Dianne Ashford of Symmetry Entertainment.

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