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My Paradise - Short Film
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By Ralph Valtierra
Personal campaign Keep it all North Hollywood, US Report
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“My Paradise” is a deeply emotional and character-driven short film set in a post-apocalyptic world, but it’s not just another zombie story—it’s about grief, guilt, and brotherhood.

We’re creating this project because we believe genre films, especially horror and survival stories, can explore human emotions in the rawest way. At its core, My Paradise is about a man—John—struggling with the emotional weight of having to kill his younger brother David, not just for survival, but in the haunting aftermath of a morally impossible choice.

Through haunting visuals, journal-style confessions, and stylized chaos, we aim to tell a story that merges horror with heartbreak, all while exploring forgiveness and redemption. This film is not just entertainment—it’s a mirror held up to the emotional wreckage of loss and the fight for meaning in a collapsing world.

Why This Story, and Why Now?

The idea for My Paradise was born from personal reflections on brotherhood, trauma, and morality. In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, this story echoes the emotional battles many silently fight—especially young men processing pain without the tools to express it.

We’re making this short film to elevate new voices in filmmaking—voices like ours, from young storytellers who grew up on movies but want to bring something fresh, vulnerable, and real to the screen.

What We’re Offering

Supporters will receive tiered rewards ranging from:

  • Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access (BTS footage, photos, early edits)

  • Special Thanks Credits in the film

  • Digital Script Copy & Storyboards

  • Executive Producer Credit for high-tier backers

  • And a heartfelt handwritten thank-you note from the crew

We want you to feel like you’re not just watching a story—you’re helping shape it.

Why Crowdfunding?

As passionate as we are, filmmaking takes resources. Your contributions will help cover:

  • Production Design – Set dressing to create the post-apocalyptic environment.

  • Makeup & SFX – Realistic wounds, zombie effects, and blood work.

  • Gear Rentals – Camera, sound, and lighting equipment to elevate our visuals.

  • Crew & Cast Meals + Transportation – Keeping our team safe and energized.

  • Post-Production – Color correction, sound design, and editing.

Every dollar helps us create a film that looks and feels professional—one that can be submitted to festivals and shared widely with audiences.

Why You Matter

This is more than a film. It’s a passion project by emerging filmmakers who are giving it everything they’ve got. When you support My Paradise, you’re not just funding a short—you’re backing the beginning of many stories to come from creators with heart, vision, and purpose.

You’re the hero of this story. Your support means the world, and we can’t wait to build something unforgettable with you.

Welcome to My Paradise.

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