Partner With Holding Court
Help us bring an independent short film about what we carry and what we may not see in one another to life.
About Holding Court
With a rare chance to get into a world-class writing conservatory, a grief-suppressed teen struggles to write a soul-searching poem as his house is overrun by partygoers during his mother’s wake.
Written and directed by Ralston Vaz | Produced by Alicia Vaz
Help Us Bring Holding Court to Life
Independent films are made possible by people who believe meaningful stories are worth telling.
We're inviting businesses, churches, organizations, and individuals to come alongside Holding Court through financial or in-kind support.
Two Ways to Support the Film
Financial Support
Your contribution helps fund every stage of Holding Court, from pre-production through post-production and festival distribution.
Holding Court is fiscally sponsored by From the Heart Productions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Contributions made through our fiscal sponsor may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
In-Kind Support
We also welcome goods, services, and resources that can help meet production needs, including:
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What Your Partnership Makes Possible
- A thoughtfully crafted, single-location film centered on powerful performances.
- Dedicated rehearsal time and a supportive environment for emotionally demanding work.
- Careful post-production, including editing, color grading, sound design, and original score.
- A strategic festival campaign to help the film reach audiences and spark meaningful conversations.
Our Thanks
Community Partners may be recognized on our website, in the film's end credits where appropriate, and invited to premiere or community screenings.
Interested in Partnering With Us?
Let's Talk
It takes a community of people and resources to bring an independent film to life. If your business or organization would like to be part of making Holding Court possible, we’d love to hear from you.
Tell us a little about how you might like to help. Not sure what you can offer? That’s okay. Reach out and we can explore what might make sense together.