The Magic Trick - Film

Hey everyone, 🤍

I can’t believe I’m FINALLY saying this. The official trailer for my debut short film, MAGIC TRICK, is out now! 🪄

This project began as a crazy dream, a story about control, illusion, and how far we’ll go to be free. After months of passion, chaos, and sleepless nights, it’s finally real, and it’s all thanks to you 🥹✨

Making this film has been one of the MOST challenging and beautiful experiences of my life. As a first-time writer, director, and lead actor, I’ve learned what it truly means to take risks, to trust, and to keep going even when things feel impossible!!!

Every frame of this film carries the heart of everyone who believed in it, and that includes you. YOUR SUPPORT helped bring this story to life, and I’m endlessly grateful!!! 🤍🙏

🎬 Watch the official trailer here: youtu.be
If you enjoy it, please share it with your friends, post it on your socials, or send it to someone who loves cinema. Every bit of LOVE helps this little film find its people 🪄

Thank you for believing in the magic. The full film is coming to festivals in 2026/27, and I can’t wait to share more soon hehe!!!💜 (FYI: Digital Goodies are still being made)

With so much love and gratitude,
Leyla (:

The crowdfunding actually reached 10K, and I still can’t believe it.
I’ve been trying to find the right words all day, trying to make a nice video, but honestly I just want to speak from the heart.

More than 100 people chose to support this film. That’s crazy. It means the world to me, and I don’t take it for granted at all.
Even though I was working toward this goal every single day for the last 50 days, through social media, messages, organizing a flashmob, trying things out and learning BUT I didn’t expect this outcome. You’re so focused on the work that when you actually reach the goal, it doesn’t feel real at first.

But we got there. And it’s all because of you.

This whole process made me more courageous. Before this, I never would’ve dared to ask people for help or put myself out there so much. But your support gave me strength, and reminded me why I want to tell stories in the first place.

Especially now, when everyone’s thinking twice about where they spend their money, the fact that you believed in this project AND in me means everything. You made this happen. And I will do my absolute best to finish the film in a way that makes you proud.

I can’t wait to send out your goodies, to celebrate together, and to show you what we’ve been building. Because this isn’t just a film, it’s something we created together.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Really.
THANK YOU!!!🥹🌟🫠💖🫶

hello magicians (YES, you’re a magician who’s currently performing a magic trick with your support!)

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. Truly. To every single one of you who has supported, contributed or shared the crowdfunding so far.

Over 90 boosters and 85 percent of the goal already reached. Out of 10,000 CHF. I never imagined we’d get this far. I’m honestly still in disbelief. You are the reason I’m able to finish this film. You are the reason I can submit it to festivals where stories like mine can finally be seen. And where a real career as a filmmaker and actress can grow from.

You’re the reason I’m smiling right now. I know I shouldn’t get too excited just yet, but something in me believes we’ll make it to 100 percent. Because you’ve already shown me what’s possible ✨

This is why I love filmmaking. It’s not just about cameras or scripts. It’s about people. About creating something together, no matter where you come from or what stage you’re in. After 48 days of this journey, it feels like we’ve built more than just a film. We’ve built a small community. A family.

So here it is. One last little push
If you can, please share the campaign with your family, friends or colleagues. Contribute again if you feel like it 💌 Every bit truly helps.

Because I can’t wait for you to receive your goodies and I can’t wait to show you what we created 🎬 BUT to do that… we need 100%.

Let’s finish this together, LET’S GOOOO!!!💥🥳
www.crowdify.net

With all my love and gratitude,
Leyla

Hey Magicians (yes you've earned the title),

WOW, 40 days have already flown by, and we’ve reached 75% of our goal… all thanks to your incredible support. That’s honestly magical, and I’m beyond grateful. (:

This wouldn’t be possible without your magic tricks (aka your contributions). Thank you so much for believing in me and this project, it truly means the world!!!

Now we’re entering the FINAL act: just 10 days left and 15% still to go. It’s time for one last push hehe!!!

If you’re able to contribute again, that would be amazing or simply sharing the campaign with friends and family is just as valuable. Plus, every supporter gets some amazing goodies in return <3

Let’s unite, hand in hand, and reach that 10,000 goal together. Because when we stick together, we can make the impossible possible!

So… what are you waiting for?
Go and let's make it happen!!!🪄💥

With all my gratitude,
Leyla Chykulina

Hey you, yes YOU!

Because of YOUR incredible support, we were able to hit our first milestone in just 24 days this is absolutely crazy! I can hardly believe it, and I want you to know this wouldn’t have happened without your belief, your trust, and your generosity. Seriously, thank you so so much for standing by me and this film! (:

The last 24 days haven’t been easy. The campaign’s been like waves, with ups and downs, because not everyone sees culture and independent films as something worth supporting, but you do. And that means everything to me. We movie lovers, storytellers, and supporters of independent art have to hold strong, because filmmaking is a powerful medium that deserves to thrive.

Your kind words, your shares, your contributions they’ve lifted me up more than you can imagine. To be able to count on your support is a true gift, one I will never take for granted.

Now we’re heading into the final stretch, and thanks to you, I feel confident. Confident that there are so many more kind, passionate, supportive people like you out there.

We’re so close! There are still 24 days left until the crowdfunding is done so if you can, keep contributing, keep sharing, keep spreading the word. Every bit of support helps bring this film closer to reality, and every person who joins our journey makes this community even stronger!

Thank you for being part of this. You are making this happen. Let’s finish this together!!! <3

With all my gratitude,
Leyla

Hey everyone,

Just popping in with a little update and a huge THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. (:
We’ve officially hit 48 boosters on our crowdfunding campaign, and because of YOU, we’ve already reached 42% of our goal! We’re also at 93% of our first milestone, which honestly blows my mind. None of this would be happening without your support.

Every single share, donation, message, and kind word has meant so much to me and to this project. It’s such a special feeling to see how many of you believe in it, and in me. 💫

To say thanks, I’ve decided to do a GOODIE SALE!
Some of the most exciting goodies — like premiere invites, card decks, caps, posters, have been reduced in price to make them more accessible. I want your friends and family to be part of this too, because community is everything to me. (:

GRAB YOUR GOODIES before next Sunday once the sale’s over, it’s over!
Don’t miss out if you’ve had your eye on something fun (or meaningful) hehe (;

Thank you again for believing in the story I’m trying to tell, in indie film, and in this little dream of mine. You’re truly part of the magic. ✨

If you haven’t already, come hang out with us on Instagram: @themagictrickfilm
And if you feel like it, please keep spreading the word or check out the GOODIES here:
🔗https://www.crowdify.net/en/c...
We’re getting so close!

You’re honestly the best. I couldn't do this without you. 🫶

With all my love and endless gratitude,
Leyla

Hey everyone,

I just wanted to drop in with a little update and a BIG thank you! We’ve officially hit 24 boosters for our crowdfunding campaign and FUN FACT, 24 happens to be my favorite number. So this feels extra special.

Your support, shares, donations, and kind messages mean the world to me and to this project. <3 Every single booster, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to finishing this film and sharing it with the world.

Thank you for believing in this story, in indie cinema, in me and being a part of movie magic!

If you haven’t yet, follow us on Instagram @themagictrickfilm, feel free to spread the word or check out the campaign www.crowdify.net as we’re just getting started, hehe!

Remember, you’re the best! (:

With love and endless gratitude,
Leyla