My name is Craig Stewart and I've been making films since I was 11. You can see some of my work online at FBN Multimedia Last year, with the help of IndieGoGo (that means YOU) I made a short film, The Case Of The Missing Brother. You can find it here in the gallery. Go watch it. No, really, watch it. Then you'll see exactly what your funding will produce - a stylish and thrilling short film in the 'film noire' style.
And Here's The Pitch
We're asking for $1,000. We're hoping for more, but setting our sights on one step at a time. Our first concern is insurance. Several of our locations require insurance for us to shoot there. Places like the office and the bar, both pivotal locations for the story. Next comes props and costumes. It has to look right. If you've watched the previous film (really, why wouldn't you?) you can see the sort of detail we went to in order to create the world in which Carmichael lives. Third in line for the funds we get is the gear. We've analyzed the previous film and identified the areas where new gear will be able to improve the look and execution of the film project. Next on the list is craft services (munchies, drinks, meals). You'd be surprised at how much of a budget goes to feeding the cast and crew. The next segment needing funds is post production (in this case, mostly securing music, stock footage and the like). We've done this before; we know what we're doing. Join us in the project; be a part of this film!
After reading the feedback from past funders, we've cut our perks down, based on what you said you wanted. Something specific you'd like that we missed? Drop us a line and we might be able to add it in.
$5 - With Thanks To...
At the $5 level, your name will go on our website in the list of supporters.
$25 - Early Access
At the $25 level, you'll be noted on the website and get early access to all the behind the scenes footage, as well as early access to the completed film, way before the public June 2015 release.
$100 - Producer Credit
For your generous $100 contribution, you'll get your name in the end credits as a producer. And you'll still get early access to all the behind the scenes footage and the final film, and a mention on the website.
$500 - Executive Producer
Act now, there are very few of these perks available. You'll get your name at the START of the film as an executive producer. How awesome is that? And, of course, all the early access and website mention as well.
Want a bit more detail? Visit the official website for more information on the project.
Why Contribute?
This film is the second in a series that covers Carmichael's journey into despair, orchestrated by the cult leader in an effort to awaken Cthulhu. We hope that this film will drive interest to fund future films and bring the entire story arc to the screen. And you can check out the first film for free, right here in the gallery!
I've had a long love affair with film. I've had years to hone my skills and learn the techniques to bring a story to vibrant life on screen. And that's what I want to do here. I've got the story; I've got the people. Help us to bring another chapter of Carmichael's story to the public. When you make a contribution to this campaign, you are helping to realize the dreams of many people, not just me. You can see a selection of the team involved here. You can find more information on the official website. Bottom line? Give us the funds, we make you a film.
Why Us?
Our biggest risk right now is this one right here - not getting the funding. The project hinges on meeting at least the first three funding goals: Insurance, Costumes and Props, Gear.
And any original project is a risk, because people are less inclined to fund something that isn't tried and tested. We can mitigate that risk with the fact that the first chapter of this story is available for viewing right now. In fact, here it is.
Got you! You watched it. :-) And that speaks to the most important part of this campaign. I can produce what I'm talking about. Stylish, exciting, captivating. It pulls you in and when you get to the end, you want more. Help us to give you more.
Go over to Facebook and "like" our page. Follow us on Twitter. Follow us on Google+. And share, share, share!
Know someone who's into movies but doesn't have the time to do it? Contribute in their name as a great gift. At the very least, tell them about it!
How about the world of H.P. Lovecraft? Know any fans? Tell them about this project!
IndieGoGo has some great tools for sharing built in - use them to let people know about us. We could really use your support.
Thank you for your time. We hope to see your name in the credits!