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Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

The story of how Jan Baalsrud survived the most harrowing WWII escape and rescue in Norway 1943 told through modern eyes; Retracing History to Make History.

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Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

Beyond the Call of Duty: The Baalsrud Story

The story of how Jan Baalsrud survived the most harrowing WWII escape and rescue in Norway 1943 told through modern eyes; Retracing History to Make History.

The story of how Jan Baalsrud survived the most harrowing WWII escape and rescue in Norway 1943 told through modern eyes; Retracing History to Make History.

The story of how Jan Baalsrud survived the most harrowing WWII escape and rescue in Norway 1943 told through modern eyes; Retracing History to Make History.

The story of how Jan Baalsrud survived the most harrowing WWII escape and rescue in Norway 1943 told through modern eyes; Retracing History to Make History.

Sean O Cearrullain
Sean O Cearrullain
Sean O Cearrullain
Sean O Cearrullain
2 Campaigns |
Drogheda, Ireland
$63 USD $63 USD 2 backers
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RETRACING WWII HISTORY, TO MAKE A BRIGHTER HISTORY FOR HUMANITY:

Have you ever found a true story, a piece of history, that you just had to bring to life? A story that inspires and motivates great things? Well this story inspired me, to write a documentary script that would chronicle one of the most amazing tales of Human Strength of Will and Community Spirit at one of the darkest times in human history. Some stories just have to be told...

This Campaign will fund a documentary that tells the story of Jan Baalsrud and the Communities that saved his life, through modern eyes with many obstacles in the way. Your contributions will be life changing for a special group of people that take on the challenge of retracing this moment in history, to make new history!

THE LONG VERSION OF THE DOCUMENTARY CONTENT:





B.T.C.O.D: THE BACKGROUND:


A SHORT CLIP FROM THE NORWEGIAN FILM - NI LIV (NINE LIVES)



To trek across 245km of the Arctic Circle in March 2015 on foot, hauling almost three times your bodyweight on sleds over the Lyngen Alps from Norway, to Finland and finally finishing in Sweden will be no easy task - but the expedition team has to be chosen, places earned, support team in place and so much more before we can even begin training for it!

We're not just making a WWII Documentary film, we are helping to preserve a vital piece of human history, and by donating to us you too are making history, what's more you will have directly helped to preserve that history.

A SHORT SUMMARY OF THE DOCUMENTARY OBJECTIVES & PURPOSE:



REAL RISKS, REAL ADVENTURE, ORDINARY PEOPLE, UNITING FOR A COMMON GOAL - RETRACING HISTORY TO MAKE HISTORY - and you can be part of it all right from the beginning via our crowdfunding campaign...

From a pool of 100 applicants, only 20 will make the final Campaign team, and from those, 10 will earn a spot on the Expedition team to the Arctic Circle... just who will those ten candidates be, and what trials and obstacles will they face along the way? Who will you back? Who will be your favourite candidate?

ANSWER THE CALL...

 The Documentary will cover everything from recruitment, trials, selection, training, research, logistics and the language barriers, how we overcome all the obstacles in our way... join as a team, as one unit and battle to ensure this documentary is made, and made right!

It will take us two years to complete everything, but it will be so worth it, ordinary lives will be changed forever! 

Many projects are for charity and do very worthwhile work, but rarely do you get to see how your money has contributed to and impacted on someone's lives directly! This documentary will do just that, and by changing these people's lives, you will have changed the lives of many others too and brought to life one of the most amazing Second World War Stories ever told.

FINANCE & COSTS

To make this documentary, a realistic figure of €576,755 Euro is required to cover everything. This calculation takes into account the entire cost of the project covering absolutely everything.

To fund this documentary, a certain portion will be covered via offline fundraising from government grant applications, offline sales and donations – whilst the remainder will be raised through Crowdfunding.

The project will be funded in two phases, 50% raised now and a new campaign to raise the remaining 50% in May of this year.

So right now we are looking to raise 250k Euro on this campaign, and once that is successful we will begin production and launch a second crowdfunding campaign in May for the remainder.

The costs are broken down as thus:

Hardware  €22,755.00
Production Crew  €25,750.00
Administration Crew x 2 years  €76,400.00
Documentary Participants  €160,000.00
Production Insurance  €20,000.00
Training Crew €50,250.00
Filming Permits  €25,000.00
Workspace Rental x 2 years  €28,800.00
Office Overheads  €10,800.00
Flights  €3,000.00
Boat Charter  €20,000.00
Fuel Costs  €1,000.00
Safety & Emergency Services Costs  €20,000.00
Perk Costs – production & delivery  €50,000.00
Indiegogo Fees  €18,000.00
Contingency   €45,000.00

By contributing to this project, funding raised by you will help finance;

  • Film Crew Costs
  • Filming Equipment Costs
  • Participant Fees
  • Production Costs
  • 5 months of Physical and Technical Training for the Expedition Team.
  • Logistical Elements Associated with this production.
REWARDS SAMPLES: In return for your contributions there will be some cool and snazzy rewards - perks will be simple yet quality items.

Imagery here is merely for illustration purposes only, actual garments and items may differ in appearance slightly once delivered.

STANDARD PERKS

TEAM-BUILDING PERKS


SPECIALIST PERKS

SCREENING PERKS

Get the full details of each package at the website: www.btcod15.com

Our Snazzy and Power House Message - WNQ / QNW T-shirt Perk

The Impact

Beyond The Call of Duty; The Baalsrud Story

LIFE CHANGING FOR EVERYONE IT TOUCHES...

Charity projects are fantastic and do a lot of valuable work, but rarely do we get to see the impact our money makes. This documentary is very different and you will have direct access to information in visual form of how and where your money is used, and the positive, magical impact it will have on people's lives.

Yes, the documentary will retrace history and showcase an amazing story, but this is also a backdrop to a modern story, one of struggle and strife where community spirit comes to life and only through the support of each other can they succeed.

There is no better gift to a person in life than self-empowerment, and that's exactly what you will do by contributing to this project, you will empower!

Other Ways You Can Help

Spread the word! Share our Indiegogo Campaign page, share our videos, and rewards images and Share our story.

Tweet it, Facebook it, Tumblr it and use any other means of sharing you think will help us!

WHO IS ON THE TEAM?

Seán is the Project Sponsor and designer of this documentary, a Project Management Professional and former Naval Officer, he setup Hellweek PT(TM) as an Elite Military Themed Events provider based on his own experiences from uniformed service, this documentary was folded into the overall plans for the Elite Team-building Services provided through his organisation today. With almost 20 years uniformed service behind him, and a specialisation in Search and Rescue, he has made many friends throughout the world including Scandianvia where he was based for 6 years. The documentary has been planned and developed by Seán with the last 3 years, having gone through one concept or another to finally arrive at the current design. Seán brings a wealth of leadership, logistics, team-building, coordination and project management skills to the table. His enthusiasm and workaholic nature make him a driving force to be reckoned with, his love of WWII history and affinity with this story meant he just had to do something to bring it the English speaking world. Seán is also fluent in Swedish and has a good grasp of Norwegian.

Brian has been involved in HWPT from its early inception right up to today. As a serviceman with the Irish Defence Forces, Brian brings 26 years experience to the table in team-building, people management, motivation, fitness development, project management and humour. Brian has served with Scandinavian soldiers in the Lebanon and Bosnia and is no stranger to rock-climbing, orienteering, mountaineering and adventure full stop. A keen marathon runner, he has run the Dublin City Marathon 3 times and completed the Berlin Marathon too, as well as several Half Marathons and 10k's. His keen sense of humour, good natured attitude and willingness to help people mean he is well suited to developing people. The wealth of experience he brings from the defence forces will be invaluable to this project.

Mark is a Survival instructor at the Irish Military Survival School and a SNCO  with the Irish Aer Corps with almost 3 decades of service between the Army and Aer Corps behind him. The can-do and positive attitude Mark brings to the table, coupled with his no-bull manner, means that he is a superb asset to have on this project. Similar to Seán, Mark has completed his SERE and Survival Training in Sweden. A keen hunter, outdoors-man and good natured guy, his experience from the armed forces will also be invaluable in building the team needed to complete this trek over 245km in the Arctic Circle. Mark has been working with Seán since 2013 with both teens and adults teaching survival and team-building.

Sandra is a Reserve Officer with the Irish Army and in her civilian job she is a Cash Administrator. A bubbly person full of life with a wicked temper if tested, Sandra has also been involved in HWPT since its early inception. Sandra has a passion for all things military and is especially interested in the outdoors aspect of things, with a keen interest in navigation and orienteering. An excellent researcher and planner as well as a calm person that thinks things through before executing. having undergone many of the challenges HWPT has to offer, Sandra can give a first hand insight to candidates how they can overcome various obstacles they face on the deck. As well as bringing a wealth of leadership, people management and development skills to the table, Sandra always has a smile on her face and is never afraid of a challenge. She is an excellent asset to have on this project.

Martin is the owner of Moving Image film production company. His experience and wealth of knowledge from making documentaries for TV such as RTÉ (Ireland's National broadcasting agency), TV3, TG4, the Travel Channel and BBC means that he is able to bring that visual element to the project that it needs. Quality and passion are two key elements for Martin to get involved in a project, since he is so passionate about making film himself, it has to be worth it. His perspective is that this story is more than worth telling and he looks forward to getting involved in bring an amazing story to life and telling two stories in one - the backdrop story of Jan's escape and those that helped him, and the story of today's team preparing to undertake his 245km trek over the Arctic Circle from Norway to Finland and into Sweden passing over some of the most dangerous environment in the world. Martin's work is very well renowned in Ireland having worked with people like Glen Hansard of "Once" fame, Christy Dignam & the band "Aslan" and Don Mescall who are all very prominent figures in the Irish Music industry.

Awesome Walls owner Dave Ayton and his team in Dublin are providing the Climb expertise. The crew here are all avid and expert climbers that are very passionate about their trade. With staff from all over the world at our disposal that have climbed some of the most incredible peaks in the world, we will be in excellent hands with the Awesome Walls crew.
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Standard Package 1

Currency Conversion $10 USD
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Receive a Limited Edition Key Ring 1 Video Clip per month Monthly Newsletter. These items are our basic package to repay you for your support and interest. we will keep you in the loop from the get go and you will get to see the progress made by the Expedition Candidates month by month.
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Standard Package 2

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Receive a Limited Edition Button Badge a Supporters Certificate for your wall. 1 Video Clip per month Monthly Newsletter. as with the basic package you will be kept in the loop on the progress of the expedition team and see just who makes the cut month by month online - exclusively for supporters, this footage will not be shown to the public. The limited edition button badge is a nice treat too only available here
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Standard Package 3

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Limited Edition Coffee Cup with special design - our Blazing Eagle Logo. 1 Exclusive Video Clip per month Monthly Newsletter keeping you in the loop A nice package as everyone likes to drink something nice, right? =) This package is perfect for someone that wants a memento they can use "everyday"!
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Standard Package 4

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Included in this package: 1 Limited Edition T-shirt 1 Exclusive Video Clip per month Monthly Newsletter keeping you in the loop Sporting the beautiful Eagle representing Freedom and Beyond the Call of Duty, Winners never quit, and, Quitters never win This is a superb package with a great t-shirt to boot.
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Standard Package 5

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Get a copy of the film in HD Quality via download - limited number. Receive 2 Exclusive Video Clips per month behind the scenes footage. Receive our monthly newsletter keeping you directly in the loop and letting you know how everything is going and progress being made. Please note - the Final Digital Film Download is 2.5hours Estimated length and will be available in Nov 2015. N.B: Exclusive fortnightly clips are available from November 2014.
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Standard Package 6

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Get a Limited Edition Copy of the final DVD delivered directly to your door and save this piece of history forever.(Available Dec 2015) also included: Digital Download of the film available Nov 2015 2 Exclusive Fortnightly Video Clips to keep you in the loop from Nov 2014 onwards. Monthly Newsletter giving you exclusive news before anyone else hears it. a Personal thank you from my self.
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London Premiere Screening

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**LONDON PRICE ONLY** Tickets to the Premiere Screening of the 2.5hr final documentary in a private theater. You will also get a signed copy of the DVD at the screening.
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New York Screening

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**PRICE DIFF REFLECTS CURRENCY DIFFERENCE** Tickets to the Premiere Screening of the 2.5hr final documentary in a private theater. You will also get a signed copy of the DVD at the screening.
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Chicago Screening

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Exclusive private screening at a theater in Chicago. Digital Download of the Documentary. Limited Edition Button Badge (Available April 2014) Monthly Newsletter to keep you in the loop from the get go.
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Los Angeles Screening

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Exclusive private screening at a theater in Manchester. Digital Download of the Documentary. Limited Edition Button Badge (Available April 2014) Monthly Newsletter to keep you in the loop from the get go.
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Manchester Screening

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Exclusive private screening at a theater in Manchester. Digital Download of the Documentary. Limited Edition Button Badge (Available April 2014) Monthly Newsletter to keep you in the loop from the get go.
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Tickets to Dublin Premiere

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Tickets to the Premiere Screening of the 2.5hr final documentary in a private theater. You will also get a signed copy of the DVD at the screening.
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Wreath at Memorial in Norway

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Have a wreath placed at the Memorial in Norway in your name and a special edition image of the expedition crew at the memorial. We will also send you a certificate of support and special surprise gift. You will also be added to our LOA [link only access] video list giving you unique coverage of the documentary progress. Unique content specifically for supporters.
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Dinner

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Only a special number of these are being offered with a maximum number of 2 attendees per shoot permitted - with 5 different sets on offer. You will also be added to our LOA [link only access] video list giving you unique coverage of the documentary progress. Unique content specifically for supporters.
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Unleash the Beast - Experience

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Included in this package: 10 Person Unleash the Beast Team Building Session - we come to a location near you in UK and Irl. HD Film of your Teambuilding Session. Exclusive Limited Edition Button Badge. Monthly Newsletter to keep you in the loop. Perfect for sports teams, reenactment groups, athletic groups, youth groups and more. We come to a location near you, provide military uniforms and put you through an hour of fun and games based on your abilities.
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Cammo and Concealment Event

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a fun day out where we come to you and run a day of getting cammo'd up and hiding in the long grass where teams are hunting each other and radio commands are given based on suspected movement to guide the hunter force on to target. A great game for younger people and military reenactors, airsofter, paintballer and anyone that enjoys a cracking day's fun. Available from May 2014.
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Survival Weekend

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Come spend a weekend with us and the crew from Going Tactical(TM) and learn some of the same savvy Survival Skills and Drills that our Expedition Candidates were put through to prepare for the Expedition to Scandinavia.
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Special Forces Team Building

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**Irish and UK Based Perk Only** Get a 2 hour session of the most amazing team building experience - see website for images: www.hellweekpt.com/gallery.htm Top class Elite perk - max 20 people permitted. Special B.T.C.O.D. Button Badge for each team member. Works out at 25 Euro per person on the event with 20 people.
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Advertising Package

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30sec Advert on one of our YoutUBe Channel clips between April 2014 and February 2015. Logo and Link on our website as an official supporter
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Corporate Seminar Session

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A Corporate Seminar discussing the project and its benefits, trials, tribulations, most special moments and insights for businesses to succeed in their own domains.
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