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Marwari

There are not only dancing bears living in horrendous conditions in India but also dancing horses. Help save the Indigenous horses.

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Marwari

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Marwari

There are not only dancing bears living in horrendous conditions in India but also dancing horses. Help save the Indigenous horses.

There are not only dancing bears living in horrendous conditions in India but also dancing horses. Help save the Indigenous horses.

There are not only dancing bears living in horrendous conditions in India but also dancing horses. Help save the Indigenous horses.

There are not only dancing bears living in horrendous conditions in India but also dancing horses. Help save the Indigenous horses.

Frazzica Productions
Frazzica Productions
Frazzica Productions
Frazzica Productions
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Melbourne, Australia
$705 USD 5 backers
1% of $67,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

THERE ARE NOT ONLY DANCING BEARS LIVING IN HORRENDOUS CONDITIONS IN INDIA BUT ALSO DANCING HORSES.  HELP SAVE THE INDIGENOUS HORSES.

 

OUR MISSION 

To raise worldwide awareness of the issues and difficulties facing the Marwari horse of India.  

ABOUT OUR DOCUMENTARY

Frazzica Productions has begun post production of the Marwari horse documentary starring Kr. Raghuvendra Singh Dundlod (Bonnie) and Francesca Kelly. This amazing story centres on the lifetime work of Bonnie and Francesca to address the plight of the Marwari horses in India, and their bid to change antiquated government laws that forbid the export of Marwari horses abroad.

Bonnie and Francesca, who are considered experts on the Marwari Horse and are highly respected for their work, have protected bloodlines and founded The Indigenous Horse Society of India. At their own personal expense, they travel the world raising awareness of the difficulties facing these beautiful animals and attempting to raise funds to help them.

Marwari Horse at Dundlod Fort Rajasthan India FEB 2012
 
Marwari Horse at Dundlod Fort Rajasthan India FEB 2012

The Marwari horses have faced many challenges and were once, near extinction. However, the challenges they currently face could tip the precarious balance irretrievably. There is an export ban in place and breeders have excess stock, good feed is expensive and hard to find. There are also cruel and inhumane horse training practices, much like the dancing bears, and many other issues ranging from drought to little to no professional veterinary care. There are equine “practitioners” but no vets in the entire state of Rajasthan, which is where the Marwari’s come from. And now, the only equine research center in the state of Rajasthan that provided at least some small help is at risk of closing down.

In this film we take you to the Hanumangarh Horse Fair in the state of Rajasthan where the finest Marwari horse breeders gather to discuss current issues and compete for various honors. Well-trained Marwari horses can fetch in excess of $25,000 USD at these fairs. The horses are taught to dance and they become highly valuable to their owners by performing at wedding ceremonies and prestigious events – often their only income. In war times these moves where taught to avoid elephant strikes and to protect their riders. Unfortunately horses are sometimes trained cruelly instead of the correct way, just to make a quick dolla

Hanumangarh Horse Fair FEB 2012
 
Hanumangarh Horse Fair FEB 2012

Some of the scenes in this documentary will be disturbing to watch; but all of the trainers, owners, and breeders have one thing in common. They need help. Help in the form of education to show them a better way to treat the horses so they do not die painfully from illness; help in the form of training to show them more humane techniques to teach their horses to dance; and help from the outside world so they can obtain the kinder horse equipment being used by the western world.

Then, in the midst of all the chaos, there is a glimmer of light and gentle compassion, when Bonnie and Francesca introduce filmmakers to Rafik. Francesca refers to Rafik as India’s finest horse trainer and he will leave a lasting impression on you. Rafik is an amazing family man, a kind, gifted horse trainer and a true Godsend for the Marwari horse.

Rafik Pushkar FEB 2012Rafik Pushkar FEB 2012

Throughout this remarkable documentary, filmmakers guide the audience through a colorful explosion of senses and emotions. This “no holds barred” story of two dedicated horse advocates who are determined to return the Marwari Horse to its revered place in India’s culture, is visually stunning, definitely confronting, and totally unforgettable.

The Marwari horses recently performed at the Diamond Jubilee Pageant at Windsor castle in front of Her Majesty the Queen of England, on the 13 February 2012. A contingent of over 30 dancers, horsemen and performers were lead by Bonnie and Francesca. Sadly, none of the Marwari horses featured in England where from India.

Marwari - For a wedding Jaipur FEB 2012Marwari - For a wedding Jaipur FEB 2012

THE $67,000 BREAKDOWN

Editing Fees $38,000, Music Composition $5000, Sound Mix $5000, Graphics $2000, Travel costs final interview $4000, Restoration of old footage $3000, Indegogo share and incentives $10,000.

WHERE WE ARE AT

Filming is almost complete and we are about to begin post production.  No expense was spared during the filming in India and the USA.  This film was shot on the RED EPIC by aclaimed cinematographer Ben Wolf, NYC.  

ABOUT US

Bonnie & Francesca
Bonnie & Francesca

Bonnie is known worldwide as a leading authority on Marwari Horses. He is the second son of Cavalry Officer, Thakur Ragihuvir Singh, of the house of Dundlod. With assistance from Francesca, Bonnie founded the Marwari Bloodlines register and the Indigenous Horse Society of India promoting solid breed standards and practices. He pioneered the first horse safaris of Shekhawati region of Rajasthan to provide a secondary living option for the horses and runs horse-riding safaris for travelers from his heritage hotel/home, Dundlod Fort. Bonnie is an accomplished horseman, polo player and breeder. He has taken thousands of tourists on his horse riding safaris through the state of Rajasthan, which provides employment for many locals. Bonnie has a deep connection with his home and also maintains a free school to help educate the children of the region.

Ben shooting in Pushkar IndiaBen shooting in Pushkar India

Throughout northern India Francesca Kelly is known as Ghoravalli - she who rides horses. Francesca founded the group called Marwari bloodlines with the goal of promoting and preserving the Marwari horse around the world. Francesca has worked tirelessly with Bonnie to develop the breed standards. Prior to the government ban, she exported a few Marwari horses out of India to a safe and happy home in the USA and the first Marwari was exported to Europe in 2006. Francesca donated one of her precious stallions to the French Living Museum of the Horse to promote the cause and has also published a stunning pictorial book titled “Marwari”.

 

ABOUT THE FILMMAKERS:

Joe and Tatiana Frazzica of Frazzica Productions live in Melbourne Australia and they pioneered the first horse lifestyle TV show in Australia in 2003. Having worked in media filming horses and motorsports around the world, they visited Dundlod on invitation from Bonnie in October 2004. Joe and Tatiana were the first Australians to visit Dundlod Fort and to ride the Marwari horses. They returned to Australia and aired the film they had shot during their visit, on their television show Horse Rush TV, which aired in Australia and the USA. The footage of Bonnie’s dancing Marwari, shot at Dundlod Fort, is still a hit on You Tube to this day.

Joe cast & crew USA June 2011
 
Joe cast & crew USA June 2011

TatIana and Joe became so enamoured of the Marwari horse and concerned about its plight, that In February 2012 they assembled an Australian/American crew to head to Rajasthan and film the story of Bonnie and Francesca’s lifetime work. Using the latest large sensor RED EPIC camera and taking acclaimed NYC Director of Photography, Ben Wolf, along to ensure that the scenes and colour were captured faithfully, Tatiana and Joe, along with their amazing crew, have produced some truly magnificent footage that will be seen in the future as a masterpiece of storytelling and film work. 

LEARN MORE

THANK YOU FOR HELPING US HELP THE MARWARI HORSES IN INDIA!

For more information please contact info@frazzicaproductions.com

Our website: www.marwarimovie.com

 

 

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MASSIVE THANKS

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Massive THANKS from the Marwari movie team! We'll send you a link to our blog and photos from our final filming with the Marwari Horses in the USA! SEPT 2013
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GET A PIECE OF THE MOVIE

$20 USD
Watch the digital download of the completed feature length Marwari - War Horse of the Maharaja film PRIOR to DVD release! PLUS No.1.
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GET A SIGNED DVD

$30 USD
Get a hardcopy DVD of the Marwari movie before general release to the public signed by one of the crew!...Money cant buy this one! They will be officially numbered and the cover will be a special edition release only for you guys. Plus No.1. Please allow $15 for Postage/Shipping
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ONE OF A KIND T-SHIRT

$50 USD
Grab yourself a limited edition one of a kind, I funded the film T-Shirt with a beautiful Marwari horse photo from our trip printed on the T-shirt. Plus. No.1 and 2. Please allow $15 for Postage/Shipping
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COMBO DEAL DVD/T-SHIRT

$75 USD
Receive a hardcopy DVD, a Marwari T- shirt, and a limited edition print from the film. A cap, Plus No. 1. DVD signed by a cast or crew member. Please allow $15 for Postage/Shipping
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YOUR NAME IN THE CREDITS

$100 USD
YOUR NAME IN THE CREDITS UNDER SPECIAL THANKS, hardcopy DVD signed, Marwari T-shirt. PLUS Perk 1.
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LARGE SIZE SIGNED MOVIE POSTER

$150 USD
Your very own large size movie poster signed by cast and crew plus a DVD, cap and perk 1 and 2. Please allow $15 for Postage/Shipping
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SPEND A FILMING DAY WITH US!

$200 USD
See how we work!...Join us at Equtiana Australia in Sydney for a private tour and a day with the crew of Marwari. Meet some Aussie equine celebrities do a spot of shopping and enjoy your day. This is a full day general admission ticket. Tour will take place in groups of 25. The tour will be around 2 hours. Travel and lodging not included. You will need to be in Sydney Australia on Saturday 9 November 2013 or Sunday 10 November 2013.
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LIMITED EDITION BOOK

$250 USD
Limited Edition Coffee Table Book with beautiful photographs and the story of the Marwari Movie. Plus No.1. and a signed DVD.
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SIGNED LIMITED EDITION BOOK

$350 USD
SIGNED Limited Edition Coffee Table Book with a message you desire (keep it clean) for you from the cast and crew PLUS a T-shirt, DVD and Perk 1.
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JOIN US FILMING USA

$500 USD
Join us for our final filming sequence in the USA. We will be filming the final interview with the only Marwari horses in the USA. Get a chance to speak to the Directors and Cast in an intimate setting. Watch us film our final interview sequence. Travel and Lodging not included.
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ATTEND A SCREENING WITH US

$1,000 USD
2 Tickets to attend the premier screening of Marwari in Australia or USA screening event with the crew. (Travel and Lodgings not included.) PLUS Perk 1, DVD, T-shirt and poster. You let us know Australia or USA!
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SPONSOR OUR MARWARI RIDE

$2,500 USD
SPONSOR our Marwari Ride in MARCH 2014 with cast and crew in INDIA! Your name or company as a sponsor on the credits as well the www.marwarimovie.com website. Includes 5 x DVD, Book, Poster and 5 x T-Shirts.
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RIDE WITH US IN INDIA!

$5,000 USD
Attention trail riding fans! Join us in INDIA MARCH 2014 for a special 3 day ride of our filming locations official movie ride. This includes all meals and accommodations at Dundlod Fort and horse riding. There will be cast and crew on this ride! Francesca, Bonnie, Directors Tatiana & Joe and some crew. Nearest airport for arrival is JAIPUR. Airfares not included! Transport to and from Dundlod Fort not included. Taj Mahal tour optional.
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DINNER IN CITY OF CHOICE

$5,000 USD
The director, some cast and crew will be available for dinner and drinks with you in the following cities. NEW YORK, LOS ANGELES - HOLLYWOOD, LONDON, MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA OR SYDNEY AUSTRALIA. Ask us anything you want about the film, movie making, horses (our specialty) or the Marwari horses/film. INCLUDES 2XDVD, 2XT-SHIRTS, A SIGNED BOOK AND POSTER.
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCER CREDIT

$10,000 USD
Your credit as Executive Producer of Marwari. Inspire others to help and be a part of history with the first film about the Marwari horses ever made, raise conservation awareness, and promote a future for these beautiful horses! Plus 5xDVDs, 5 Tshirts, Autographed Book and Poster.
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USA FILM FESTIVAL WITH US

$10,000 USD
Join the directors, cast and crew at a film festival in the USA in the year of 2014! This money can't buy experience will be epic!... A limit of 2 per film festival. First in gets first choice when we release our schedule for our film festival tour NOV 2013! All travel expenses not included.
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OWN A MARWARI HORSE

$50,000 USD
BE THE FIRST IN AUSTRALIA TO OWN A MARWARI! Lets go all out on this one! Buy your very own Marwari horse from the only horses outside of India in the USA! Does not include shipping, taxes, transport, veterinary requirements. Subject to availability of stock. Can not be used to cross breed! Contact us direct for details prior to purchase.
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