ABOUT "MORE THAN PAPER"

More Than Paper is a short film about the crisis affecting millions of families in the U.S right now. It follows a devoted father whose life in the United States rests on a single clerical omission in his immigration paperwork and is at risk of deportation. But the film isn’t really about the forms or the system. It’s about the child caught in the middle.

Millions of U.S. born children currently live with at least one undocumented parent, carrying the weight of possible separation.

Why This Project?

I decided to write this story because I’m a father myself. Watching my daughter growing showed me that nothing matters more than her safety. That personal truth collided with the reality many immigrant families face every single day, I knew this was the story I wanted to tell.

The Budget

What happens if you don't meet the goal?

If we raise only a partial amount (say 60–90% of goal), we’ll still make the film, but we’ll smartly restructure to fit the budget. This might mean scaling back on certain locations, shortening some shooting days, using a smaller crew for select scenes, or simplifying a few visual elements.

If we fall short significantly (under ~50%), we’ll pivot to the most essential version possible, a more intimate, character-driven take with minimal locations and a lean team.

You’re the real Heroes

You become part of a stand for empathy in a divided time. When the lights go down and the film begins, your support will be woven into every frame. If this story moves you, if you believe no child should live in fear of losing a parent, your support will help finish what’s already in motion and bring More Than Paper to life.

Thank you for being the reason this story gets told.