"From Dink Productions and the conceptual writer of Dodgeball comes In a Pickle, an upcoming comedy film dedicated to pickleball and the people who play it."
You could be hearing that very advertising pitch in the near future. There really is a Dink Productions, and they've recently kicked off a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter inviting the pickleball community to be a crucial part of making this film a reality.
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Crafted by filmmaker Dan Brooks, music and film producer Jason Reid, and acclaimed comedy writer Joel Boyd, In a Pickle promises to be a love letter to pickleball enthusiasts and a source of entertainment for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
The Kickstarter campaign not only serves as a fundraising initiative but also as a way for the community to actively contribute to the film's pre-production stage.
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Jason Reid emphasizes, "This Kickstarter campaign is about more than just raising money ... We want to prove to big production companies and well-known actors that pickleball is here to stay, it’s big, and it needs this movie!"
A Comedy, Rom-Com, and Sports Movie Rolled into One
In an exclusive interview with lead writer Dan Brooks, we delved into the inspiration behind In a Pickle.
According to Brooks, everything about pickleball, from its simple-to-learn mechanics to the vibrant community surrounding it, inspired the screenplay.
He envisions the film as a gentle, joyful comedy that finds humor in situations without targeting anyone specifically.
Additionally, it incorporates elements of a rom-com and a sports movie, promising a narrative that resonates emotionally with the audience.
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Brooks reveals that casting for In a Pickle is currently one of the most enjoyable aspects of the filmmaking process. With overwhelming interest from potential supporting actors, the team is still wish-casting for the main roles.
Given pickleball's popularity among celebrities, Dink Productions is hopeful about securing top-tier talent for the movie.
While "Dodgeball" set the bar for sports comedies, Brooks assures that In a Pickle aims to create a unique identity. With an abundance of community stories and experiences surrounding pickleball, the film aims to feel familiar to "Dodgeball" fans while standing on its own merits.
