Invest in Storytelling.

Your donation directly supports independent storytelling, helping bring a visually stunning, emotionally powerful animated film to life. Unlike major studio productions, independent films rely on community support to thrive. By backing this project, you’re helping ensure bold, thought-provoking storytelling continues to reach audiences worldwide.

The House of La Mancha is brought to life by Spike & Crown Studios, an artist-led team of Emmy Award-winning talent, Academy Award-nominated filmmakers, and visionary storytellers. Our team’s work has been showcased by HBO, Netflix, Warner Bros., Universal Pictures, EA, LACMA, and more.

At the helm is Frans Tedja Kusuma, an illustrator, visual development artist, and professor, whose experience spans Universal Studios, Red Hour Films, and New Line Cinema. Alongside John Lee, Head of Production and a former artist for Warner Bros. Animation, he leads the creative direction of The House of La Mancha, drawing from a decade of personal storytelling and industry expertise.

The film is produced under the leadership of Emmy-winning actor Kim Estes, award-winning editor and post-production supervisor Ed Alva (Allen v. Farrow, The Invisible War), and U.S. Army veteran and filmmaker Adrianna Wang, who co-wrote The House of La Mancha to spotlight mental health and trauma through animation.

Our artists and filmmakers hail from top institutions, including Pasadena Art Center, ranked among the top 20 art and design schools in the world(QS World University Rankings).

Together, we are committed to bold, independent storytelling that challenges perspectives, sparks conversation, and elevates underrepresented voices in animation.

🎧 The Hotel Lobby – Collaborating artists on The House of La Mancha, this DJ/Production duo consists of Johnny Lee (2017 MTV VMA Winner) and Tai (MC extraordinaire). Signed by Insomniac Records, they specialize in a high-energy fusion of pop and EDM. Their collaboration adds to the creative vision surrounding The House of La Mancha.

🎼 Collin Chu – Composer for The House of La Mancha, responsible for its original score. An award-winning composer, pianist, and conductor, he has worked on over 20 films and video games, including projects for Electronic Arts (EA). He conducts the Budapest Scoring Orchestra and holds two master’s degrees in film and classical music composition. Since 2015, he has been Lead Composer at Spike & Crown Studios.

🔊 Nicholas Jones – Sound Designer for The House of La Mancha, specializing in orchestration, live recording, and electronic production. His work has been featured in the award-winning horror game Reiko’s Fragments and the feature film Getting It (Breaking Glass Pictures). He has composed for Fox Soul Network, Bravo, and major commercial projects, including collaborations with LG and British Telecoms. His expertise in immersive horror soundscapes enhances The House of La Mancha’s psychological depth and atmosphere.

🎤 PRISKA – Collaborating artist on The House of La Mancha, PRISKA is a Taiwanese-American singer/songwriter and podcaster known for her emotional and powerful vocals. She co-hosts the Two Horny Goats podcast, which explores Asian-American identity, relationships, and culture. She has performed at major Asian-American cultural events and competed in Minnan Idol, placing 2nd in the U.S. and Top 30 overall. Her collaboration with The House of La Mancha brings additional depth to its artistic world.

🎬 Ed Silla – Animatic Editor for The House of La Mancha and a Producer at Fandango. With nearly eight years at NBCUniversal, he has served as Supervising Producer and Producer for Rotten Tomatoes, overseeing content creation, scripting, and production. He played a key role in launching the Rotten Tomatoes Channel on Peacock, Roku, and Xumo and led high-profile projects featuring Mark Hamill, Roger Deakins, and The Karate Kid Oral History.

Inspired by Cervantes’ Don Quixote, The House of La Mancha is Spike & Crown Studios’ first 3D animated short. It tells the story of Isabela, a young woman fighting to save her family from a house filled with horrors—while battling her inner demons. The film explores mental health, identity, and resilience, blending stunning surrealist visuals with emotional storytelling.

Every dollar goes directly into making The House of La Mancha a visually stunning and impactful animated short film. Here’s how your contribution supports key aspects of production:

• 🎭 Character Modeling & Rigging – Bringing our characters to life through detailed 3D models and animation-ready rigs.

• 🎬 Staging & Animation – The heart of the film: animating performances, movement, and action with cinematic storytelling.

• 🎨 Lighting, Rendering & Compositing – Crafting the final look with rich lighting, polished visuals, and seamless compositing.

• 🎼 Music & Sound Design – An original score and immersive soundscapes that enhance the emotional impact of the film.

• 🎞️ Post-Production – Fine-tuning the edit, visual effects, and final polish for a professional-grade finish.

• 🏛️ Admin, Legal & Production Costs – Essential logistics, including legal fees, software, equipment, and coordination to keep the project on track.

• 📣 Marketing & Distribution – Festival submissions, promotional materials, and strategic efforts to share the film with the world.

• 🌍 Community Engagement – Developing exclusive, artist-driven collectibles that connect supporters with The House of La Mancha beyond the screen, ensuring the film continues to spark conversations long after release.

• 🔄 Contingency – A safeguard for unforeseen costs to ensure smooth production from start to finish.

By donating, you become a crucial part of making this independent animation possible. Your support fuels every frame, every note, and every moment that brings The House of La Mancha to life. 🎬✨

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We accept credit/debit cards, PayPal, and ACH transfers. If you’re interested in making a major donation ($10K+), sponsoring the film, or setting up a custom investment package, please contact us at team@spikeandcrown.com.

Yes! After donating, you’ll receive an email confirmation and a tax receipt for your records. If you need additional documentation, please contact us at team@spikeandcrown.com.

Depending on your donation tier, you’ll gain access to exclusive perks, including:

✅ Behind-the-scenes access via our private Discord community

✅ Producer or Executive Producer credit in the film

✅ Exclusive collectibles, signed artwork, and film posters

✅ A custom caricature that will appear in the final film(at higher tiers)

✅ VIP access to the film’s premiere(at the $10K+ level)

Check out our Donor Tiers & Perks.

We are currently in active production, with key milestones being met as we progress toward completion. As an independent film, our timeline is shaped by funding, production logistics, and post-production efforts, ensuring that we achieve the highest level of artistic and technical quality.

Our goal is to deliver a beautifully crafted film that resonates with audiences worldwide. Backers will receive regular updates on our progress, and all Producers ($1K+) will be invited to exclusive quarterly studio update calls for behind-the-scenes insights.

Yes! We plan to host a film premiere event for The House of La Mancha, with opportunities for donors to attend.

• VIP Premiere Access is included in the $10K+ tiers, granting priority seating, an exclusive reception, and special recognition.

• We will also announce general public screenings and festival showings once the film is completed.

Yes! We welcome corporate sponsors and philanthropic organizations who believe in supporting independent film and impactful storytelling.

• Companies donating $15K+ may receive co-branded sponsorship opportunities, including logo placement in the film’s credits, marketing materials, and website.

• Corporate donors at $25K+ can receive an exclusive Opening Logo Card in the film’s credits.

For more details on sponsorships, reach out to us at team@spikeandcrown.com.