We were told that…”If we grew an acre of weed, we’d be millionaires whether we liked it or not.” — Rose, Cannabis Farmer
Can a law that promises social equity and justice survive the onslaught of large corporate interests when there are billions of dollars at stake?
Rollout
$10,000.00
Goal-
$4,845.00
Raised -
16
Days to go
, United States (US)
SYNOPSIS
New York’s rollout of legal cannabis came with the promise that NY State small farmers and businesses would have the exclusive right to grow, process, and sell cannabis with a three-year head start. But the rollout was so deeply dysfunctional that no one could make any money. In the end, the state let corporate players in a full year early. Can the equity-class licensees hold on?
Rollout (working title), a character-driven film, is told from the perspective of the farmers, processors, and retailers. Two years in, and there are bankruptcies, divorces, and dreams in tatters. The documentary will explore what happened—and what is still unfolding—in this troubled market.
FILMMAKER BIOS
Laure Sullivan: Co-director, producer, editor
Laure Sullivan is an editor, story consultant, and filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY. She has worked on feature docs, narratives, and television programs. Her work as an editor has premiered at Sundance Film Festival,Toronto (TIFF), and others. Laure was invited to the Sundance Producer Lab and to pitch at IDFA. She has directed shorts that premiered at various festivals, including the Berkshire Film Festival. Her work has received support from Sundance Documentary Fund, ITVS, NYSCA, and others.
Paul Wilson: Co-director, cinematographer
Paul Wilson is an Emmy-winning Director of Photography based in Brooklyn, NY. His work in documentary has taken him to the Seneca Nation of Indians while they opened a casino, a group of justice reform activists in Bridgeport CT., on tour with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and to a Jesuit Priest who is also a Zen Roshi. His work received support from ITVS, Sundance Institute, and NYSCA, among others, He was invited to pitch at IDFA in Amsterdam,Netherlands, and at the IFC in New York.
ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE
All contributions to UnionDocs are tax-deductible. If you wish to donate outside of this campaign via ACH or check, please include “Rollout (Working Title)” in the memo line and complete the pledge form. For mailing checks, kindly send them to the following address: UnionDocs 352 Onderdonk Ave Ridgewood, NY 11385
Higher levels of sponsorship with commensurate presentation credits and other engagement opportunities are available. Talk to us at [email protected].”
Rewards
$50.00
Digital screening of the film upon release.
21 backers
$200.00
On-screen “Thank You” credit, digital screening upon release, T-Shirt with film logo. (In exchange for this contribution, you will receive goods or services with the estimated fair market value of $30)
7 backers
$500.00
As above on-screen “Thank You” credit, 2 tickets to NY Premiere. (In exchange for this contribution, you will receive goods or services with the estimated fair market value of $70)
3 backers
$1,000.00
As above, plus farm tour and luncheon. On-screen “Special Thanks” credit, 2 VIP tickets to NY Premiere. (In exchange for this contribution, you will receive goods or services with the estimated fair market value of $120)
0 backers
$5,000.00
As above, plus your name and/or logo in the end credits “made possible with the support of,” 4 VIP tickets to the NY Premiere. (In exchange for this contribution, you will receive goods or services with the estimated fair market value of $160)
0 backers
| Name | Donate Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jacqueline Ochs | $200.00 | December 31, 2025 |
| Leah Kreger | $50.00 | December 12, 2025 |
| Ellen Hecht | $250.00 | December 05, 2025 |
| Jacqueline, Steve Frankel | $100.00 | December 05, 2025 |
| ISAAC WILSON | $50.00 | December 04, 2025 |
| Patricia Engh | $500.00 | December 03, 2025 |
| Debbie Loye-green | $100.00 | December 03, 2025 |
| JUDITH WOLGAST | $50.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Adrienne Jennings | $125.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Kathy Korpell | $200.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| ellen weissbrod | $750.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Roberta Bensky | $100.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Leslie Pennypacker | $200.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Jane Bottner | $100.00 | December 02, 2025 |
| Susanna Styron | $100.00 | November 19, 2025 |
| Mark Wilson | $200.00 | November 18, 2025 |
| Dona Orozova | $50.00 | November 16, 2025 |
| Daniel Georges | $100.00 | November 06, 2025 |
| Barbara Sullivan | $20.00 | November 03, 2025 |
| Jenny Clevenger | $50.00 | October 31, 2025 |
| Tim Sullivan | $100.00 | October 31, 2025 |
| Margaret Riegel | $50.00 | October 31, 2025 |
| Emma James | $50.00 | October 29, 2025 |
| DÓNAL Ó CÉILLEACHAIR | $50.00 | October 29, 2025 |
| Carl Teitelbaum | $200.00 | October 13, 2025 |
| Anonymous | $50.00 | October 13, 2025 |
| Gabrielle Piedmonte | $100.00 | October 09, 2025 |
| Catherine Amendolara | $50.00 | October 08, 2025 |
| Chris Vroom | $500.00 | October 08, 2025 |
| conor mccourt | $200.00 | October 07, 2025 |
| Anonymous | $100.00 | October 06, 2025 |
| Tim Sullivan | $100.00 | October 05, 2025 |