I wish this documentary was completed and released....an interesting yet tragic story about the 1970's singer / performer Jobriath. I love the music and 'image' portrayed as well as the some of the barriers that were broken down. It did not get the funding......It is always a challenge to fund projects such as these, but with the web you and I can provide funding to support the 'cause'.
The production was a non-profit through the International Documentary Association and was tax deductible. From minimal to sustainable financial contributions you could have helped this documentary featuring the tale of Jobriath be told. Donating a $5,000 and you would have been listed as an Executive Producer. Every contribution would receive a 'reward', depending on the amount. There were 53 backers that pledged $3,781 of $18,000 goal....Kickstarter was the site that facilitated the pledge drive. Still not 100% certain if this project has been shelved or if funding will come from other means...like the mulit-million dollar artists that cite Jobriath as an influence.....
Now to try and explain Jobriath and his impact below is a brief feature from the BBC....
This type of funding is happening not just in documentaries but music. I read about the request to fund the Fryars' debut album...reward.....get your name in the liner notes and in some cases depending on success of the album - profit sharing! Click here for more details on this investment scheme called Bandstocks
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