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The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

A look inside the world of craft brewing at Legend Brewery in Richmond, VA as it prepares for its 20th anniversary.

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The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

The Stuff of Legends: Inside the World of Craft Brewing

A look inside the world of craft brewing at Legend Brewery in Richmond, VA as it prepares for its 20th anniversary.

A look inside the world of craft brewing at Legend Brewery in Richmond, VA as it prepares for its 20th anniversary.

A look inside the world of craft brewing at Legend Brewery in Richmond, VA as it prepares for its 20th anniversary.

A look inside the world of craft brewing at Legend Brewery in Richmond, VA as it prepares for its 20th anniversary.

Sean Kotz
Sean Kotz
Sean Kotz
Sean Kotz
6 Campaigns |
Richmond, United States
$2,224 USD 39 backers
4% of $50,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Short Summary

This documentary will chronicle a year in the life of Legend Brewery, a craft brewery and pub in Richmond, Virginia as they prepare for their 20th anniversary, add Hopfest to their year round line, take their beers to festivals and navigate the complex world of inter-state distribution laws as they seek to expand their footprint.  Forget glamour and glitz -- we’ll take you inside the real process so you’ll understand the art of beer making as well and capture the story of how this brew has united people-- from professional rock climbers to college professors--who otherwise would not even know one another.  And we’ll document the legends of Legend from runaway kegs, to ice storm lock-ins to the showdown between two local rival TV personalities.  And perhaps most importantly, we’ll show you just how significant a brewery can be to the local economy and community.

If you care about American small business, see the value of the local food movement or just love a great beer, please support this film.  When this film is completed it will be Horse Archer Productions’ ninth documentary so we know how to do this right . . . but we need your help.

What We Need & What You Get

The funds will go directly to cover costs associated with production and post-production of the documentary.  There are several costs you probably never thought of, from legal fees and insurance to travel expenses, supplies and design work.  But, the most important thing is being able to pay our crew fairly.  Independent film companies like ours rely on freelance workers who deserve fair compensation.  We believe in paying artists.

We also believe in quality perks for our supporters.  You can get copies of the DVD when it is completed, Legend collectibles like glasses, t-shirts and tap handles and even film credit.  You can also pick up tickets to the screen premiere and the exclusive after-party!  But the coolest perk?  How’d you like to design and brew your own beer at the Legend facilities, bottle up a whole batch and take it home?  That can be arranged . . .

The Impact

We see this film as a way to stand up for American small business and chronicle the experience of trying to grow and expand despite the obstacles.  Also, it’s important to clearly define craft brewing and show how and why a microbrew's products are different from mass produced factory beers.  Legend might not be your local brewery but the Legend story is probably very, very similar to every craft brewer’s story. 

And, we hope to help people realize how buying a locally made beer is essentially the same as buying from your local farmers, shop owners and business professionals.  A community has grown up around Legend which means the money generated there stays local. 

Finally, Horse Archer Productions is a small independent film company ourselves.  We produce documentaries no one else will and we rely on the talents of hard working people.  Your contribution will put money in their pockets and help feed their families as well.

Other Ways You Can Help

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Choose your Perk

The Film Fan's Perk

$20 USD
$20 gets you a copy of the DVD delivered right to your door as soon as it is ready, no extra shipping costs or 'nuthin. Be the first on your block to know the inside scoop.
11 claimed

The Beer Fan's Perk

$40 USD
Get the DVD as well as an official LEGEND BAR GLASS, KEY CHAIN, and BEER KOOZIE.
8 claimed

The Artist's Perk

$50 USD
For $50, you get everything you see above plus a cool 11 X 17 limited edition poster promoting the film.
6 claimed

The Joe Cool Perk

$100 USD
You'll be the Joe Cool of your neighborhood sportin' your official LEGEND BREWERY T-SHIRT. And hey . . . you also get the DVD, key chain, beer glass and koozie.
6 claimed

The Stylin' Perk

$150 USD
For $150 we'll upgrade your T-shirt to a SWEATSHIRT, plus you'll still get all the other cool stuff including the DVD.
0 claimed

The Complete Wardrobe

$200 USD
Since you might feel a little odd peeling off your Legend sweatshirt with nothing on underneath, you can solve that problem with this perk and get BOTH, plus all the other stuff above!
1 claimed

Tap Handle Perk

$250 USD
Okay . . . now it is getting super serious. You can have it all PLUS A LEGEND TAP HANDLE for $250. If you are a collector, you'll not only get great gear but help insure a great documentary!
0 claimed

The Socialite Perk

$300 USD
With all that awesome stuff, you want to be seen in public. You can! With this perk you get a pair of tickets to THE PREMIERE (likely at the Byrd Theater in Richmond) AND the exclusive after-party.
1 claimed

The Show Me A Sign Perk

$500 USD
You can get one of the LIMITED EDITION HAND PAINTED LEGEND BREWERY LOGO SIGNS at the 500 level plus all the other great stuff listed above.
0 claimed

Special Thanks Perk

$1,000 USD
How about a screen credit to let everyone know you really love this project? We'll give you everything above plus you'll see your name on the screen as a "SPECIAL THANKS" CREDIT.
0 claimed

The Mogul Perk

$2,500 USD
So you wanna be in pictures? Donate at this level and you will officially be an ASSOCIATE PRODUCER which includes screen credit and a listing on IMDB. And they said you'd never amount to anything . . . ha!
0 claimed

The Brew Master's Perk

$10,000 USD
BREW YOUR OWN BATCH AT LEGEND. No kidding. You can work with the Legend brewers hands on to create your own signature beer. A once in a lifetime opportunity! You must be able to get to Richmond and work with the Legend folks on their schedule, but yes, this can happen!
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