Introducing "Clout | A Cautionary Tale"
"Clout" is a gripping coming-of-age drama that delves into the darker side of social media through the story of Oskar, an alienated teenager desperate for online validation. Inspired by classics such as "The Secret History" and "Stand By Me," the film delivers a powerful cautionary tale that prompts audiences to reevaluate their relationship with technology and social platforms.
SOCIAL MEDIA IS TOO PERVASIVE
Join Us in Spreading Awareness of the Dangers Social Media Poses to Today's Youth
"The big tech companies are exploiting human vulnerabilities through sophisticated psychological tricks to keep us hooked." - The Guardian
"Social media platforms are the tobacco industry of our time." - The New York Times
"We're raising a generation of digital addicts, and it's time we face the consequences." - The Washington Post
"The smartphone has become a digital pacifier, numbing us to the world around us." - The Wall Street Journal
Why Are We Doing This?
Too many of our peers, especially the younger generation, are facing psychological and sometimes physical consequences from the pervasive digital world. It's time for change.
This poignant vision is brought to life by an experienced team of filmmakers and creatives. Our mission is clear: to change our social landscape.
“In an age where social media's influence seems to grow unchecked, particularly among our youth, we felt compelled to shine a light on the shadows it casts on our collective future.
This film serves as a reminder of the importance of staying connected to the physical world and the people around us, urging viewers to seek genuine human connections rather than becoming entrapped by the allure of virtual validation.” - Jordan Murphy Doidge [Director]
Your Contributions
With your support, we can create a powerful voice that sparks change. "Clout" is more than just a film; it's a catalyst for conversations across generations about seeking balance and finding meaningful connections in our digital world.
Contributions will be allocated to complete the film's production and to launch a charity driven campaign centered around the film.
See a breakdown for the crowdfund below:
This includes:
- National screenings, interactive workshops, and Q&As for young people, teachers, and parents.
- Partnerships with regional youth clubs, local councils, schools, and family counselling groups.
- Targeting renowned film festivals & awards to encourage further discussion about social media and its risks.
- A marketing and public relations campaign aimed at achieving global scale and reach.
- Seeking distribution deals with streamers and digital platforms to spread awareness.
With ongoing support from the UK charity Family Lives, funds raised will allow us to create a thought-provoking and educational outreach campaign with anti-cyberbullying and online safety messaging at its core. We aim to ensure "Clout" has a positive real-world impact beyond just entertainment.
Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling - see their website here: https://www.familylives.org.uk/
Who We Are
This project wouldn't have been possible without the army of passionate and talented people that came together as a family to produce this special film - please see the full credits on our website here: http://cloutshortfilm.com
We Are Already Being Talked About
Click here for Variety article
Join us in this critical movement. Your support can help us reach a wider audience and make a significant impact on how we perceive and interact with social media. Together, we can foster a healthier, more connected world for future generations.
A Special Thanks From Cast/Crew
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who join us in this mission for positive change. Your support and dedication are vital in helping us reach a wider audience and make a significant impact on how we perceive and interact with social media. Together, we can foster a healthier, more connected world for future generations.
We would hugely appreciate if anything at all you can share our story to your friends and family: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/cloutfilm
The Clout Production Team x
Behind The Scenes