One of my favorite things in the world is to play matchmaker.
I’m not responsible for any romantic connections, mind you. But I have fixed up a fair number of friends. A flair for platonic pairings, if you will.
Ah, you’re interested in X? So is my friend Y. Let me introduce you two!
I love putting people together who I think might click.
Not long ago, I introduced my screenwriter/actress friend Jennifer to Alexis, a director/writer, recently moved to Paris from LA. Though I had only met Alexis once before, I knew the alchemy was right for a rendezvous. I arranged that we all go to a vernissage together. (And then eat cheeseburgers afterward. Le classe!)
Long story short, I knew Jennifer and Alexis might hit it off, but I had no idea how much. The past month they (and now a whole cast and crew!) have been hard at work on a new project.
L’Amour (or less…) is a web series that explores what happens when people from two different cultures try to make a romantic connection. Each episode features re-enactments of actual dates between expatriates and the French. Some of the true stories are charming, some are distinctly not, and some are just bizarre.
Let their video here tell you more:
Fittingly, they launched L’Amour (or less…) live in Paris on Valentine’s Day. If you want to see this web series get made, head over to their kickstarter page. They’ve written 12 episodes already, but need some funds to bring the stories to the screen. Why not show them some love?
L’Amour (or less…) kickstarter page.
And the website.
Seeing people go for it; yes this is another one of my favorite things. The idea to collaborate on L’Amour (or less…) sprouted just at the start of January; Jennifer and Alexis have been running full steam ahead ever since. In only a little over a month they’ve assembled a host of talented folks, shot all over the City of Light, and written episodes which I can’t wait to actually see. Kind of dizzying all the activity!
These two remind me: you can decide to just do it. Oh, and I’m reminded, too, of the delight of serendipity. (My favorite word). Of bringing people together. The beauty of momentum. The power of putting your all into a dream.
Now if that’s not a love story, I don’t know what is.
Thank you for such a beautiful article, for your lovely words and your tireless support. But, most of all, thank you for your wonderful friendship.
xoxo
Jennifer
Grateful to know you, chica. Thank you for your friendship and for reminding me to keep dreaming… and more importantly, to actually DO it.
Amazing work. Can’t wait to see the episodes!
That’s fantastic that you put the two together! I am so excited about the poject, and I hope it will get kickstarted!!!
I was thrilled to introduce them and see how this collaboration blossomed! I sure hope the project will be kickstarted, too!
I am so pleased to know the backstory on this wonderful project! This all happened post-Karin era in Paris, so I was not in the loop. What a magical story. I found it really encouraging because when the time is right, doors open.
It’s nice to see this principle in action! I am thrilled for both Jennifer and Alexis, and so help me, I hope that this Kickstarter is successful. I really want to see this series!
Love to you, Sion, and thank you for your part in this amazing pairing. Really inspiring!!
xx
Karin
Thanks, Karin! I agree; it always encourages me to see things happening, doors opening, and creative work moving forward! Much love to you, too.
What a fantastic project – and a fantastic big idea to put the people together who began it!
I’d love to share my crazy story with them!
I’m sure they’d love to hear your crazy story! Oh boy…maybe I can play matchmaker again!
We would love absolutely love to hear your crazy story! Please help us spread the word about the project (and contribute if you can), so we can bring these sorts of stories to life!
Yes, Sion – matchmake away!