Pearls of Wisdom, a film celebrating LGBTQ+ elders

by Carl Harrison  in London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Total raised £3,280

raised so far

88

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To immortalise LGBTQ+ elders, asking them about who the are documenting a piece of social history in a gorgeous short film Pearls of Wisdom

by Carl Harrison in London, Greater London, United Kingdom

We're still collecting donations

On the 16th February 2024 we'd raised £3,170 with 83 supporters in 42 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.

 New stretch target

Any extra funds will go towards the making of the film. The cost of the film is roughly £15,000 so the more we make here, the less I need to find elsewhere. Extremely grateful for your generosity.


Let's celebrate our queer elders

Hello everyone,

Since meeting up with various groups of older LGBT+ people, I realise that they have a lot to say but not many places to say it. I was often struck by their deep insights and unusual opinions on the world we live in today. 

Reduce Loneliness

It is found that LGBT+ over 55s are much more likely to be single, live alone, have no children and be less close to their families, compared to the general population. This means they tend to be more isolated and have less support. I want to combat this isolation by spending time with our queer elders to hear that outspoken views on everything from sex to spirituality. Note to everyone, not all old(er) people are wise!

A piece of social history

This will become a short film called Pearls of Wisdom, a piece of social history celebrating our queer elders immortalising them on screen for safe keeping. Amusing, meaningful and eye opening, this film will resonate with all of us in its wit and humanity. 

Your support is vital.

Making a film is not CHEAP! I am applying for various fundings for this project and I thought that some of you lovely lot would be interested in supporting. No need to donate to CAMP FIT!, you can just donate here.

This project is very close to my heart and I would love to see it come to life. Support if you can and I'll still love you if you don't.

Carl xxx

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Rewards

This project offered rewards

£10 or more

Camp Fit Class!

A Gayrobics class with Carl live on Insta full of puns, bums and absolute pop bangers.

£20 or more

Camp Fit Class & Post Card!

A Camp Fit class with Carl and personalised hand drawn post card for you and you only.

£50 or more

Camp Fit, Post Card & Private Screening!

You big spenders will get a shout out at Camp Fit!, a personalised post card hand drawn by Carl and invitation to the private screening of the film when it's good and ready!

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