A New Musical Short Film by Benji Tucker;
With Original Music Composed by Tatyana Richaud
Starring:
Pete Gardner as Bucky Bantershire
Marissa Jaret Winokur as Sweet Tooth
Ryder Robinson as Teddy Pinston
As Doe Town gears up for its 55th Annual Smile Contest, undefeated champion Bucky Bantershire begins to unravel when his long-suppressed Sweet Tooth resurfaces, singing, dancing, and dragging him into sugary chaos.
Currently in Pre-Production!
Why Sweet Tooth?
We’re making Sweet Tooth because we love musicals that aren’t afraid to be a little weird and a little heartfelt. This one’s about control, chaos, and how hard it can be to let go, even when letting go is exactly what you need. It’s playful, handmade, and personal, and we can’t wait to bring it to life.
HOW YOU CAN
sUPPORT US:
Right now we’re deep in pre-production. The script is locked, we’re building our team, finishing up casting, and ready to record music, and design the world of the film from the ground up. Every dollar from this campaign will go directly toward filming in July, covering crew, sets, costumes, music, and more.
If you’re excited about the project, you can help by pledging, following, or sharing with someone who might love it too.
Want to make a direct pledge?
Scan the QR code with your device! All proceeds go directly to the film’s budget.
Rehearsal has already begun!
Photos by Quentin Silver
Meet the Cast and Crew!
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Pete Gardner
“Bucky Bantershire”
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Marissa Jaret Winokur
Tony Award Winner “Sweet Tooth”
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Ryder Robinson
“Teddy Pinston”
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Lilah Collins
“Polly Pinston”
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Benji Tucker
Director and Writer
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Tatyana Richaud
Composer
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Dlisah Lapidus
Producer
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Zach Rineer
Producer
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Tom Bolles
Director of Photography
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Vivian Wolfson
Assistant Director
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William Lancaster
Editor
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Jack Schutzenhofer
Costume Designer
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Bruno Koskoff
Choreographer
