DELETED
A SHORT FILM
STORY
STORY
DELETED is a dark comedy that follows three social media vigilantes who take justice into their own hands by hunting down toxic men who harass women online.
PHOEBE, a zen-seeking lifestyle influencer, MARCY, a surprisingly violent pilates instructor, and JUNE, a tech-savvy gamer, form an unlikely trio dubbed the CLAPBACK CREW by their growing online following.
Their efforts are documented and debated across social media, with ERIC, an Andrew Tate-type podcaster, emerging as their most vocal opponent. From his “Top Shelf Pod” platform, he rallies against them as an existential threat to masculinity and free speech.
When the crew captures JERRY, he seems like their typical mark - a middle-aged internet troll with a fragile ego and a keyboard warrior complex. But beneath his toxic online persona, Jerry proves different from their usual targets.
What starts as a routine takedown becomes a high-stakes game of trust and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything they’ve built.
TONE
TONE
The film channels the high-octane energy of early 2000s action films like Charlie’s Angels, Miss Congeniality and Ocean’s 11. Our trio exists in a heightened reality, each pushing their archetype - wellness guru, fitness warrior, tech-savvy gamer - to delicious extremes.
Walking a careful line between absurd and serious, the film uses its playful tone to disarm before delivering sharp commentary about online culture. It maintains the kinetic energy of a heist film while never losing sight of the darkness at its core, pivoting seamlessly between ridiculous and raw moments without breaking stride.
THE GIRLS
THE GIRLS
PHOEBE
PHOEBE
@phoebe.lu.who
A mega lifestyle influencer in her mid 20s. Phoebe’s aesthetic and vibe is quiet, peaceful, spiritual, and controlled. She leans a bit new age, but is genuine about it.
Her success was built organically. She worked in social marketing for a big apparel firm for years before making the leap to working for herself.
The more successful she became, the more hate she received. People criticize her for being greedy, for being fake, for doing everything for money. But what they fail to acknowledge, no matter how often she references it is... she came from nothing. She had a voice and an aesthetic that resonated with the world and she capitalized on it.
She helps her family. She’s philanthropic. She gives back more than she keeps. But that’s not what the world wants to see.
MARCY
MARCY
@marcybites
Marcy worked from the bottom to become a highly-successful fitness influencer. She started as a trainer in a dumpy gym in the midwest then moved to LA in her early 20s to pursue a life of acting.
While she found little success as an actor, she did manage to get her foot in the door as a stunt woman. This work propelled her into a niche audience on social media which ultimately flourished into a thriving community both online and in the real world.
But since the beginning of her time working in this heavily male-dominated industry, sexual comments and unwanted advances were all too common. There have been times where the objectification was so prevalent she considered giving up. But she has found safety in her own strength and solace in her community of women.
JUNE
JUNE
@june.exe
June has always loved video games. Something about disappearing into another world. But it has always come at a cost. Whether it was being labeled as lazy or hearing horrible racist and homophobic slurs over chats, June has been aware of the dark side of the gaming world since she was little.
Now as a streamer, she is constantly being objectified by nasty, nasty people. They have created fake porn using her likeness, they have stalked her, and stolen her identity.
As a response to this digital harassment, she has learned everything she can about protecting herself and others online. She uses this knowledge to help identify the women’s victims.
THE GUYS
THE GUYS
JERRY
JERRY
@alphaking69
Jerry is a man caught between who he was and who he’s become. Once the self-proclaimed king of his social circle, he’s watched his standing fade with his youth, turning to online harassment as a way to reclaim power.
Behind his various keyboard warrior personas, Jerry takes out his marital insecurities and fear of irrelevance on women across social media. But beneath the bronzer and bravado is a man desperate to matter again, making him either the perfect candidate for redemption or the crew’s biggest liability.
ERIC
ERIC
@topshelf_eric
Eric is a rising star in the online manosphere and host of “Top Shelf Pod.” He’s built a dedicated following by targeting feminism and “woke culture,” positioning himself as a defender of traditional masculinity.
His podcast combines locker room talk with anti-feminist ideology, creating a space where men can voice their most controversial opinions without judgment.
Eric sees the vigilantes as an existential threat to everything he stands for, and when Jerry infiltrates their operation, Eric turns him into a symbol of resistance against what he calls “digital castration” by feminist activists.
CAST
CAST
Autym Sanson brings warmth and authenticity to everything she touches. As an actor and content creator, she’s built a vibrant community across her social channels where women feel seen, celebrated, and safe. Her quirky, lovable personality shines through her content, inviting viewers into a world where creativity and self-expression flourish without judgment.
Autym approaches each role with genuine curiosity and commitment. Her infectious spirit makes her a natural collaborator, thriving in creative environments where stories come alive through shared vision.
She creates spaces that empower and uplift. Her understanding of community-building, authentic voice, and natural charisma make her a force both on screen and online-– a creator who knows that the most powerful stories are the ones that bring people together.
AUTYM SANSON x PHOEBE
Born and raised in Michigan, Allida Corrin Smith took a leap of faith and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her lifelong dream of acting. From an early age, she found joy in playing pretend, immersing herself in different worlds, and using her imagination to connect with others. Whether on the field playing sports or expressing herself through the arts, she was always drawn to both movement and creativity, which later led her to work as a yoga and fitness instructor.
Now based in LA, Allida balances her time working at a wellness space while diving into her passion for acting and modeling. With a deep love for comedy and a natural goofball spirit, she thrives on making people laugh and helping them feel less alone in this wild world. When she’s not on set, you can find her at a comedy club, out on a hike, or exploring new creative outlets.
ALLIDA SMITH x MARCY
Meg is an actor and creative with a love for storytelling and a talent for getting things done. Originally from North Carolina, she grew up splitting time between ballet, theatre and Halo matches against her older brother—training that makes her a formidable force both on screen and on set (high kicks included).
After studying Musical Theatre at the University of Michigan, Meg settled in LA and teaches dance, works in tech, and has a knack for deep-dive research and spreadsheets.
This is her second time producing, having previously co-created the web series Spinsters. When not working, she’s hiking with her dog, Tali, or mapping out her next project, in a color coded planner of course.
MEG ALDRIDGE x JUNE
THE TEAM
THE TEAM
“TIKTOK COMEDY LEGENDS @PASSIVEINCCOME TEAM UP FOR EPIC SHORT FILM”
- THE TRADES ONE DAY SOON
“Tobin was born to make movies. Unfortunately, Hollywood was not alerted of this reality.”
- Tobin Sanson
TOBIN SANSON
WRITER, DIRECTOR, PRODUCER
JAKE BIANCO
“What is it exactly that Jake does? Hard to say, but the movie usually looks nice.”
-Jake Bianco
CINEMATOGRAPHER
THE NITTY GRITTY
THE NITTY GRITTY
WHY NOW?
With 41% of Americans reporting personal experiences of online harassment and women almost twice as likely to face severe digital abuse, this issue has reached crisis levels demanding new solutions.
DELETED taps into this critical cultural moment and the growing call for accountability, promising to ignite crucial conversations while delivering the kind of bold, viral-ready content that consistently drives social engagement and festival buzz.
TIMELINE
CROWDFUNDING
MARCH 2025
PRODUCTION
APRIL 2025
POST
APRIL-MAY 2025
FESTIVAL RUN
SUMMER 2025-SPRING 2026
FESTIVAL STRATEGY
FESTIVAL STRATEGY
WORLD PREMIERE TARGETS
POST-PREMIERE MAJOR FESTIVALS
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PARTNER WITH US!
We are currently in a PRE-LAUNCH fundraising phase!
At the moment, we are looking for investors who can commit funds to the film before we hit the go button. You will not pay anything right now. Rather you will let us know how much you’re willing to give and we will follow up to collect the funds once our campaign launches in early March!
With a target fundraising goal of $25k, we're committed to paying our talented crew fair wages, ensuring we can create something truly special while supporting the indie film community.
Every contribution makes you part of a passionate creative family. In return, we're offering you a front-row seat to our creative process through exclusive behind-the-scenes content, personal updates, and the satisfaction of knowing you helped empower emerging filmmakers to tell a story that matters.
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ETERNAL GRATITUDE
$250
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ASSOCIATE PRODUCER CREDIT
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$500
KATHLEEN KENNEDY
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INVITATION TO HANG OUT WITH US ON SET
HARDCOVER SCREENPLAY & STORYBOOK SIGNED BY CAST AND CREW
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