WHEN I WAS A HUMAN

Invest in PAWsitive entertainment for global audiences

Last Funded April 2024

$140,759

raised from 154 investors
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Highlights

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Star Power Secured: We’ve got stars aligned, minimizing risks and validating our vision.
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Seasoned Team: Our experiences in 300+ productions fuel our expertise and passions.
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Huge Market: 90 million U.S. households own dogs. Our movie is tailor-made for them and beyond.
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Good Story Sells: Our screenplay debuted as one of the highest-rated scripts on Slated.com.

Our Team

The movie's story carries universal themes that should resonate with people anywhere in the world, serving as a poignant reminder of the power of self-discovery and finding strength in life's most transformative moments.

Problems with Hollywood Film Industry

Hollywood studios are stuck in a mindless franchise and superhero spin cycle while many moviegoers CRAVE fresh and inspiring content.

Well, who needs the studios? We can create a movie we believe in, TOGETHER.

Our Solution to the Problem

An Original Movie with a Positive Story for a Global Audience

What's "When I Was A Human"?

WIWAH is Based on the Acclaimed Short Film

WIWAH already has a successful prototype: a short film of the same title distributed worldwide by Shorts International, the trusted distributor for the Academy of Motion Picture and Sciences.

This proves that the movie has significant potential for a global hit.

"When I Was A Human" - Short Film ©2024 AKT Pictures LLC

🎉 WIWAH's Got Hollywood Stars 🎉

Based on the strong screenplay and our successful first round on Wefunder, the following amazing Hollywood stars are attached to WIWAH.

Danny Trejo ("Spike"& "Dr. Peacock")

Called one of the Greatest Character Actors of all time, Danny Trejo ("Machete," "Heat," "Spy Kids") plays Spike, Indy's BFF, who is more than he seems and holds the key to the whimsical story of WIWAH.

Danny's incredible career adds major production value to our project. ⬇️

Danny's love for rescue dogs is well known in the community and was the primary reason he was one of the first cast members to sign on to the project. He brings his globally-recognized unique persona and extensive industry experience to the part of Spike.

Rebecca De Mornay ("Mrs. Peacock")

Rebecca De Mornay, known for her work in iconic movies such as "Risky Business" and "The Hand That Rocks the Cradle," has joined the cast as Ms. Peacock. Her recent work includes guest appearances on "Lucifer" and "Law and Order."

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The Story in a Nutshell🌰

Movie, where "Benji" meets "Barbie"

WIWAH combines the classic underdog tale of "Benji" with a playful twist on storytelling and a vibrant visual style reminiscent of "Barbie," creating a familiar yet delightfully unexpected cinematic experience with global appeal.

Logline

A once-unwanted shelter dog magically turns into a human to win back his owner's affection, sparking a comical but poignant journey of self-discovery.

Seeing is Believing

Watch the trailer below is from the short film that inspired our feature project.

WIWAH's universal themes connect with audiences of all ages, making it a sound investment with a proven track record.

More Stars Are Aligned💫

These Hollywood stars have come on board WIWAH after reading our screenplay. This movie is that promising.

Molly Quinn ("Kimmy")

Adam Hagenbuch ("Jared")

Alex MacNicoll ("Craig")

Johnny Jay Lee ("Indy")

What You Receive as Investor

💰125% (135% for Early Bird investors) of Principal. = Once the movie starts generating profit, you - as an investor - get paid before we do.

💰Full proportional share of 50% of the movie's global net profits. Each investor is on equal terms.*

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*Please refer to the Investment Terms for more details.

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🎁 Perks! Perks!! Perks!!

  • A copy of the original short film of When I Was a Human. (A link will be sent by email.)
  • Access to VIP Portal with behind-the-scenes updates and exclusive content from the film set during shooting

  • A "Special Thanks" credit with your name in the end credit of the movie. 
  • Plus, previous perks.

  • An invitation to an exclusive online event, Live Q&A with the director, producers, and cast (subject to availability). ​
  • Plus, previous perks.

  • An invitation with ONE pair of tickets (2 tickets) to the red carpet premiere and after-party in Los Angeles. (Time and date TBD. Travel & accommodation are not included. )
  • Plus, previous perks.

  • An invitation to JOIN THE PRODUCTION as an extra cast member for a filmed scene. (Travel and accommodations are not included.)
  • Plus, previous perks.

  • An invitation plus one to visit our film set while we're filming WIWAH.
  • Meet & Greet with the cast (subject to availability) and crew on the set during the filming. (Travel and Accommodations are not included. Filming date/location TBD.)
  • Plus, previous perks.

  • A "Co-Producer" credit in the movie's end credits and on IMDb.
  • An invitation plus one to join the cast and crew for the LUNCH PARTY ON THE SET. (Cast subject to availability. Date/location TBD. Travel and accommodations are not included.)
  • TWO pairs of tickets (4 tickets) to the red carpet premiere and the seats in the VIP SECTION and the after party in Los Angeles. Time and date TBD. Travel and accommodations are not included.
  • Plus, previous perks. 

  • An invitation to the Japan Red Carpet Premiere event with a roundtrip AIR TICKET TO JAPAN. (Date/location TBD)
  • A three-night STAY (Date/location TBD) in JAPAN
  • An "Executive Producer" credit in the movie's end credits and on IMDb.
  • Plus, previous perks.

How "WIWAH" Makes Money 🎬📊💰

Anticipated Revenue Streams

🍿 Targeted limited domestic theatrical release & foreign sales

This strategy not only helps us build up our brand recognition but also cranks up the film's appeal in foreign markets, where we're anticipating some serious cash flow.

🍿 VOD distributions and pay & free TV platforms across multiple markets.

They should provide a steady stream of revenue through licensing deals.

🍿 Other Ancillary

  • To ensure long-term profitability, we'll also explore other ancillary avenues, such as home entertainment (Blu-ray), merchandise, and international broadcast rights, airlines, cruise ships.

A Case Study ~ "A Dog's Purpose"💵

"Forget about Avengers, Fate of the Furious, and Wolf Warriors. Forget about Ant-Man or Spider-Man or Thor. In China, Justice League is now in the dog house." - Rob Cain (Forbes.com)

A humble little movie with no major talent attached to it and a small prior audience, "A Dog's Purpose" beat out "Justice League" and earned $88 million in China in 2017, becoming one of China’s 25 top-grossing movies that year.

A movie featuring dogs and positive messaging - just like “When I Was a Human” - has incredible potential to attract the same attention.

Dog-centric Movies: Box Office Revenue vs. Budget

Our Team's International Advantage

Our team has a unique edge—we are globally connected to key regions such as Japan, China, Latin America, the UK, and EU territories.

The data below shows that the success of the movie hinges on the revenue generated from overseas markets.

Film Revenues: 🇺🇸Domestic vs. International 🌏

The Cost & Time to Make WIWAH 🗓

Our expert production team delivers top-quality films on a lean budget. With connections to Hollywood heavyweights, we've secured stellar talent and resources at unbeatable rates, maximizing your investment and keeping costs down.

Where the Money Goes 💸

How Long the Production Takes ⏰

UPDATE🙌WIWAH Champions Shelter Dogs!

WIWAH isn't just a movie – it's a movement. That's what's happening as @LAAnimalServices and WIWAH come together to make a difference.

Our movie begins with Indy, an unwanted dog whose days at the local pound are about to run out before Kimmy saves him.

Indy's experience mirrors the journeys of countless shelter dogs, and our joint campaign with @LAAnimalServices allows us to raise public awareness of the welfare of dogs at local shelters.

WIWAH and @LAAnimalServices have united with a common goal – to find loving homes for shelter dogs and save as many furry buddies as possible. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and share.

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