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LEARN HOW TO GET INVOLVED WITH THE NEXT SDP PROJECT

BECOME AN EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

 

We are seeking Executive Producers for our upcoming project, the Easterseals Disability FIlm Challenge, March 24-29, 2026.

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A contribution of $100 will gain you an Executive Producer Credit

(We are seeking 7-10 Executive Producers, from anywhere in the world.)

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Our small team is respectful, professional and we all have excellent reputations in the film world.

You can see our laurels and awards here: spittingdistancepictures.com

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Most of our cast and crew are people with disabilities. We are a team of those who are typically under-represented in film.

 

Where does the contribution go?

All funds will be used exclusively for:

- 60 meals for 2 days of filming (which is for a team of 10 and 3 meals a day each)

- Craft service table

- Possible location fees

- Wardrobe

- Prop items

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You will receive movie credits

  • Executive Producer Credit during the end credits of the film

  • Credit on IMDb 

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For more details about the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge and or where to contribute, please reach out to Indus Alelia at teamspitting@gmail.com

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Thank you,

Indus Alelia

Executive Producer

PROVIDE A LOCATION

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Spitting Distance Pictures is participating in the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge (EDFC) March 24-29, 2026.

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We are seeking a filming location in Seattle (or a couple of hours outside of Seattle) on March 26 and or March 27 for anywhere from a  couple hours to the whole day. 

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Most of our cast and crew are people with disabilities. 

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The EDFC requires our cast and crew to be volunteers. This puts all filmmaking teams on even ground and makes for a fair challenge.

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Our small team is respectful, professional and we all have excellent reputations in the film world.

You can see our laurels and awards here: spittingdistancepictures.com

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We are seeking a a location donation for our primary filming location, that rules state must be one of the following:

- House or apartment

- Storefront

- Garage

- Warehouse

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NON-INVASIVE FILMING

We practice “non-invasive filming” which means we have small and limited gear. We film on iPhones and use natural light and occasionally a couple of portable ring lights. This ensures we are able to respect the property and keep a clean and tidy location.
 

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IN EXCHANGE FOR LOCATION USE

In exchange for filming at your location we can offer any or all of the following:

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MOVIE CREDITS

- During the end credits:

  • Associate Producer Credit

  • Your name and or company name (and logo and website address)

  • A thank you in the “thank you credits”

  • Credit on IMDb 

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GUARANTEED FILM FESTIVAL EXPOSURE 

- This film, immediately after its premiere, is already guaranteed to be “Officially Selected” by three different film festivals because they love our work.

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WHEELCHAIR RAMP (if applicable)

If your location is wheelchair friendly - except for the entrance, we will be happy to purchase (and gift you/ the location) with a wheelchair portable ramp for exterior steps.

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BE ON CAMERA (if applicable)

If you are an actor who would like to provide our primary filming location, we will be happy to write a role for you. SAG-AFTRA actors welcome.

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REVIEW FOR YOUR LOCATION (if applicable)

- A few of my teammates and I will leave great reviews on a site (or sites) of your choice and or on our social media stories and pages.

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FEATURED ON WEBSITE (if applicable)

Your location will be permanently featured on the website: spittingdistancepictures.com/locations 

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HOW THE EDFC

The challenge takes place Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 to Sunday, March 29th, 2026.

- Each team has six days to write, shoot and edit a short film.

- On Tuesday, March 24, the team leader receives a genre and various required elements to include in the film. Our team writer will write a script.

- We will film and edit on Thursday and Friday, March 26 and 27.

- We will edit all day and night on Saturday March 28.

- This film is turned in on the evening of Sunday, March 29, 2026 by 5:59pm to be “on time” and qualify for potential awards.

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LINKS

Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: https://disabilityfilmchallenge.com/ 

Indus Alelia: imdb.me/indus

Spitting Distance Pictures: spittingdistancepictures.com

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ADDITIONAL NOTES ABOUT THE TEAM

We have filmed in many historic buildings, high-end luxury locations, 5 star hotels and restaurants and resorts, local venues, yachts and boats. We have a wonderful reputation for respecting and featuring “must have” locations. You can see some of our locations here: spittingdistancepictures.com/locations 

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FINAL NOTES

You can take a look at one of the films we did for a different challenge called the “Seattle 48 Hour Film Project.” It is called Sam and the Butterflies. It is currently traveling around the globe, appearing on screens in film festivals all over the world.

filmfreeway.com/SamandtheButterflies

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If you are interested and or have questions, please reach out anytime

Thank you,

Indus Alelia

email: teamspitting@gmail.com

Location

PROVIDE MEALS, SNACKS, FOOD

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Spitting Distance Pictures is participating in the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge (EDFC) March 24-29, 2026.

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Most of our cast and crew are people with disabilities. Our award winning team is small, respectful, professional and we all have excellent reputations in the film world. You can see our laurels and awards here: spittingdistancepictures.com

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My team and I are seeking meals and snacks for our two filming days: March 26 and 27. We are a group of 10 in Seattle. 

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If you would like to participate in this film challenge with us, by providing some snacks or meals on one or both days, we would be happy for your contribution.

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IN EXCHANGE FOR FOOD ITEMS

In exchange for snacks and or meals we can offer the following:

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REVIEW FOR YOUR LOCATION

- A few of my teammates and I will leave great reviews on a site (or sites) of your choice and or on our social media stories and pages.

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MOVIE CREDITS

During the end credits:

  • Your name and or company name (and logo and website address)

  • A thank you in the “thank you credits”

  • Credit on IMDb 

​​

GUARANTEED FILM FESTIVAL EXPOSURE 

- This film, immediately after its premiere, is already guaranteed to be “Officially Selected” by three different film festivals because they love our work.

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HOW THE EDFC WORKS

The challenge takes place Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 to Sunday, March 29th, 2026.

- Each team has six days to write, shoot and edit a short film.

- On Tuesday, March 24, the team leader (me) receives a genre and various required elements to include in the film. Our team writer will write a script.

- We will film and edit on Thursday and Friday, March 26 and 27.

- We will edit all day and night on Saturday March 28.

- This film is turned in on the evening of Sunday, March 29, 2026 by 5:59pm to be “on time” and qualify for potential awards.

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The EDFC requires all locations, cast and crew to be volunteers. This puts all filmmaking teams on even ground and makes for a fair challenge.

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LINKS

Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: disabilityfilmchallenge.com

Indus Alelia: imdb.me/indus

Spitting Distance Pictures: spittingdistancepictures.com

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FINAL NOTES

You can take a look at one of the films we did for a different challenge, the “Seattle 48 Hour Film Project.” Our film is called Sam and the Butterflies. It is currently traveling around the globe, appearing on screens in film festivals all over the world.

filmfreeway.com/SamandtheButterflies

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If you are interested and or have questions, please reach out anytime

Thank you,

Indus Alelia

email: teamspitting@gmail.com

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