Fredrick Brennan - Video Contest Winner

Congratulations to Fredrick Brennan, who won the Plain Jane Video Contest! If his name sounds familiar, it may be because there was a story about him recently in the New York Times. First he was mugged. Then he was treated poorly by the police who were working on his case. 

Fortunately, Brennan got his money back that was stolen AND now that he's won a free copy of Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY, he can look at my boobs anytime he wants to! Congrats and enjoy the movie!

Self Distribution - SHOCKUMENTARY Headquarters

We're busy filling orders here at the SHOCKUMENTARY Headquarters.  It's quite an aerobic experience!

FANGASM!

You could be this happy too.

Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY (Official Trailer)

Laugh Until You Pee Your Pants!

Dear Friends, Fans, and Supporters,

On this Thanksgiving Day, I am very grateful that we can finally share Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY with you!  I am proud to say that I have accomplished more in my lifetime than was ever expected. However, this movie is by far my greatest and most challenging accomplishment.

My main goal for making this film is to inspire people of all abilities to overcome their perceived obstacles and truly embrace their authenticity.

I understand that within the disabled community, the word “inspiration” is often viewed as being condescending and rude.  Personally, I am not offended by it if it is used in the proper context.   Here are a couple examples.

• UNACCEPTABLE CONTEXT - “Aw, look at you buying bread! You are so brave and inspirational.”
• ACCEPTABLE CONTEXT – “I was always too afraid to get on the dance floor until I saw you at the club, dancing in your wheelchair.  You are really inspirational.”

Don’t worry. If you are not offended by the word “inspiration,” there are lots of other things in Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY that will likely offend you AND make you laugh until you pee your pants…sometimes simultaneously.

Seriously though, this is indeed a very special Thanksgiving Day. I am deeply grateful for Tom Trainer, who made Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY a work of art instead of just a documentary. He captured the true essence of who I am, in a way that words can’t describe.  He is the Director, Producer, Photographer, Videographer, Editor, Boom-Guy, Set Director, Narrator, Wardrobe Consultant, Trigger-Puller, Chauffeur, and Bodyguard.  Also, I am eternally grateful for the support of our vast community that spans across the country and beyond. We could not have reached this enormous goal without your support!

Thank you all,

Jane Hash aka Plain Jane

p.s. You should order a copy so you can tell me what you think.  I can't wait to hear!

What makes this movie a “SHOCKUMENTARY?”

Hello there, friends, fans, and amazingly supportive community! Questions about Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY are starting to roll in and we are very happy to respond! There is one question we are asked the most so we decided this was a good place to provide an answer.

Q. What makes this movie a “SHOCKUMENTARY?”

A. This movie is a “SHOCKUMENTARY” because although it’s wacky and entertaining, it is a documentary. None of the characters are fictional. Every topic is presented with either a big dose of dark humor, obscure imagery, awesome original music, or all three. Other than the obvious dream sequence where Jane carries out an act of revenge, none of the scenarios are contrived.

There are plenty of documentaries about spirituality, sexuality, addiction, recovery, health, family dynamics, disability, dwarfism, activism and other subjects that many find uncomfortable yet inspiring.  What makes this movie a "SHOCKUMENTARY" is that it combines ALL of these topics in one film...plus a few surprises.

Excitement & Gratitude

Words fail to express how excited we are to finally be able to share our movie with all of you!  We reached out to several potential corporate sponsors for financial support in making this film a success.  Nearly all of them admitted Plain Jane The SHOCUMENTARY was a fantastic idea, but they were all afraid to have their company's name associated with it because of the diverse subject matter. 

Fortunately, we have an amazingly supportive community who saw our potential and believed in our project!  You are why we were able to complete this one-of-a-kind movie.  We've all made such a great team thus far, just you and us, let's keep it that way. Plain Jane The SHOCUMENTARY is only available through this website.  You order it and we ship it!  

THANK YOU!

The first shipment goes out on release day - 12.2.2013

Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY (Official Trailer)

What movie represents Pagans, Alternative Healers, people with disabilities, transexuals, ethnic minorities, people of small stature, and body modification enthusiasts in a positive light?  Plain Jane The SHOCKUMENTARY!

Here's a little tid bit to hold you over until we get a viewing schedule finalized!

Are you ready to be SHOCKED!???

There were moments over the past five years when I wasn't sure I would ever be able to say this...yet, I'm about to say it.  Are you ready?  

"Plain Jane THE SHOCKUMENTARY" is finished!!!!  

A fresh new trailer and upcoming important dates will be posted very soon.  This is just the beginning so be sure to check back often!  

Also, I'd like to give a big, special, THANK YOU to all the amazing Musicians who generously contributed to the soundtrack of this film.  

• Ian Penter 
• Ohio Joe and the Continental Drifters 
• Kounterclockwise 
• The Tumors 
• Michael Lee Hill 

You are all awesome and greatly appreciated!

Love and Gratitude,

Plain Jane

Who is This Small Statured Subject, Plain Jane?

When I was a child people always told me that I was an, “inspiration” to them.  My response was usually a confused smile and a, “thank you.” I just thought it was a rather silly thing for a grown-up to say to me.  In my mind, I was just a kid who liked to color and play with Legos.  As puzzling as it was as I experienced life and moved through different circles, I learned how I was an inspiration to others.  I had work to do though and lessons to be learned. 

I needed to explore what my passion was, what inspired me, and how I could share it with the people in my world along with the people of this world to make an impact.  

This film illustrates me in real form, surrounded by my interests, my actions, the actors of my world and how we direct our stories…  

As a teenager I got involved in extracurricular activities in school and Church. This allowed for lots of interaction with people who were not accustom to seeing a teenager with a physical disability who was as socially active as me.  Again, people would approach me to let me know that I was an “inspiration” to them.  I didn’t consider any of my activities to be extraordinary, so I assumed that I just impressed them by my fashionably tall 80’s hair and snazzy fashion sense.

In my early adulthood I attended college, became politically active in regard to the rights of people with disabilities, and overcame huge personal struggles with abuse, alcoholism and learning to live independently.  Family, friends, and total strangers still commented to the fact that I “inspired” them.  I did not understand…how were the things that were tearing at me somehow “inspiration” to others?

When I reached my 30’s, I experienced a shift in my own consciousness and self-awareness.  I had one realization after another.  I’m not certain what caused this shift but I’m sure being physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy had something to do with it. 

It wasn’t my fantastic coloring skills that people found inspiring.  It was the fact that when I had one or two broken arms, I would just naturally color with my feet.  It wasn’t exactly my keen 80’s fashion sense that inspired people.  It was the way that I always carried myself like a rock star with inner confidence, which inspired people to reconcile with their own body image insecurities.  The observations of me struggling to overcome abuse, alcoholism, and independence made it clear what capabilities we all have and the control we all have over our life circumstances.  Regardless the limitation I’m perceived to have; I’ve been able to turn roadblocks into speed bumps and continuously move forward toward a more peaceful and sustainable life. 

This is the stuff people find inspiring!

Then I asked myself…”I wonder how many lives I could have a positive impact on if I actually put forth a little effort?”  Thus far, any inspiration I have brought others has just been a by-product of me living my life.  I began to explore what really interested me, how that would impact my world, and how it would in turn benefit people in this world.  I took my stance on politics, laws, environmental issues, health, modern medicine, and current community events.  By defining my beliefs, building a foundation through education, standing up for what I see as important issues of today, and speaking what my plans are to help improve the states of these issues, I can just sit back and do what I do best…inspire people to do the same. 

The biggest challenge for me was figuring out how to reach lots of people.  My efforts are now focused on not only reaching people through my daily living, but to capture them, get them involved in their own lives, and show them how to act on their life to better themselves and our world.  This was a lot harder than I anticipated. I needed an audience outside my inner circle of influence.  My goal was defined and I had to find a way to reach new and greater points of impact.    

So, I did some research and found Documentarian Tom Trainer.  It would be much easier to give everyone an opportunity to play voyeur while I just kept living my life.  Imagine the opportunity to inspire within the median of film! I basically pitched the idea to him like this, “I’m just going to do what I normally do and I want you to film it. When we have enough interesting footage, we’ll turn it into a movie.  Ok?”  He agreed. 

This project turned out better than either of us could have imagined five years ago.  Being the most challenging and most rewarding endeavor that I have ever willingly taken on, here is my life and here are my inspirations.  

Introducing...Documentarian, Tom Trainer

I am an Artist who’s primary medium thus far has been photography.  My career began in Los Angeles in 1986, when I started my photography business.  It was successful from the beginning and did not suffer any losses when I relocated from California to Ohio in 1992. 

The only ‘critiques’ I have ever received about my work is that it was too real, harsh, and controversial.  I choose to take these critiques as compliments because I intend for my work to make thought provoking statements.

The photography industry has undergone some massive technological changes since I started my career, which has opened up other creative avenues such as, video.  This renewed my passion for my work and I was ready to take this next step in my career.

Although I had the excitement and enthusiasm of an Artist with a fresh canvas, I lacked a subject.  Instead of going out to find a subject though, the subject of my first film found me. 

When Jane first contacted me and proposed this film idea I was more than a little apprehensive.  My main concern was that people would think that I was exploiting her in some way because she lives such an outrageous lifestyle.  For an exceptionally small woman, Jane can be very persuasive. 

I am veryproud to present to the world, this film that is entertaining yet very real, abit harsh, and totally controversial.

Stay Tuned!

If you want up-to-date information about an upcoming, ground-breaking, shockumentary, with tons of social taboos and cult classic potential, then come back often!

Plain Jane the SHOCKUMENTARY