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Abyss of Being Film

When the war is over the battle for mind begins.

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Abyss of Being Film

Abyss of Being Film

Abyss of Being Film

Abyss of Being Film

Abyss of Being Film

When the war is over the battle for mind begins.

When the war is over the battle for mind begins.

When the war is over the battle for mind begins.

When the war is over the battle for mind begins.

Cloud Mykals
Cloud Mykals
Cloud Mykals
Cloud Mykals
2 Campaigns |
Los Angeles, United States
$545 USD 10 backers
0% of $3,000,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Short Summary

Former U.S. Airborne Infantry soldier Cloud Mykals and his business partners at Cerberus Entertainment have written and produced, along with Thorny Devil Productions, the short film Abyss of Being, "The Short film was funded in 2014 by Indie GoGo supporters just like you". The short film has been released online for and is quickly gaining momentum, being seen in over 7 countries around the world and touching hearts and lives of veterans and their families. 

It is also an official submission of the company to the 88th annual Oscar Awards Short Film category and the AFI winter film festival based on such great feedback from top industry producers and other high level industry professionals.  

This riveting story follows a young soldier as he fights the battle for his mind after a military combat deployment. Tex is unaware of the changes that have occurred within him as a result of the brutal horrors of war he had endured, which took the lives of several of his comrades. Returning home he is thrust into a world of unforeseen enemies, and a swirling never-ending new reality of confusion and chaos. As each day passes, he finds himself almost completely alone and alienated by the very ones he loves the most. This catastrophic spiral of mental turmoil leads Tex on a path towards the likelihood of a deadly end. It’s only through the undying love of his wife and young daughter, and through the support of his father-in-law that perceptions are realigned to help their broken soldier truly come home.

Cloud, Steve and Byron began Cerberus Entertainment in the beginning of 2014 and  currently have two other feature projects in talks with the biggest studios in Hollywood. This Film Project Abyss of being we believe should be made by the people for the people. With this film, Abyss of Being, we want to raise awareness for Veterans and their loved ones who may be dealing with last effects of PTSD, as well as bring an amazing piece of film making to the big screen for the world to enjoy.

What We Need & What You Get

As you have seen, we were able to take a small amount of funding and create an amazing short film. Now we are going even bigger. A full budget has been created for the feature version of this film. It outlines everything from cast and director compensation to travel expenses and crew pay. It is a full budget down to the smallest detail.  

For those who would like to support but are curious for more detail, we would be glad to disclose this budget to you to show that we are serious. 

Some of the awesome perks you could get would be:

  • DVD/Blueray
  • Autographed poster
  • Photo Album of Behind the Scenes
  • On Set Passes to see the Action
  • Credits in the film such as Associate Producer, Co-Producer, Executive Producer
  • Inivitation to Cast and Crew wrap party
  • Passes to the Opening Premier
  • And More...
Close But No CIGAR...

Well we tried but we didn't quite make it. That's ok, we are prepared for this. If we don't hit our goal, we still will put the donations to great use. We will use the donations as development funds in order to secure bigger talent or director. The development funds could also help use get matching funds through certain contacts and investors we know. 

The Impact

Cloud Mykals, Steve Dawson and Byron James  Actors/Writers/Producers and owners of Cerberus Entertainment have teamed up with C.E.O. of Thorny Devil Productions, Jennifer Taylor Lawrence to bring this heart felt masterpiece to the screen.  Our goal for this film is tell story that has the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. 

Abyss of Being is short theatrical film that follows a young U.S. Army soldier upon returning home from combat. Just when he thought the war was over, he would find that a new war was just beginning; the war for his mind and the ones he loves most.  A part of him has died inside and things will no longer be the same. 

Almost everyone of us know of a loved one or a friend who has been effected by PTSD in some way. It is not only a combat illness, but a very real thing that has a lasting effect on the minds of our loved ones. This is a real nightmare for far too many of our returning soldiers and their families, as well as those who have been through extremely traumatic circumstances. At least 23 returning soldiers die everyday from suicide. While this seems to be a staggering number, it is on the low-side of what actually occurs. We as loved ones can help change this. Help us show people that through love, support, and kindness that this can get better.  Help us make this film.

This story is based on actual events and situations in a soldier's life after a combat deployment. For Cloud Mykals, this is a very important story to tell, as he has fought with the war of P.T.S.D. since his combat deployment in 2003. For Cloud, more than a decade of not understanding why things were so very different for him after deployment, his battle had just begun. Divorce, countless sleepless nights, and years of confusion and mental turmoil became life threatening. Cloud has been one of the fortunate ones. 

There are many soldiers who are unable to cope with the vast effects of P.T.S.D. Their families suffer almost as much as the soldiers do. Cloud has watched over the years as many of his close friends and their families were torn apart by the demons of P.T.S.D. Many of his fellow soldiers fell victim to drugs, alcohol, crime, divorce, and a never ending everyday battle for their peace of mind. Please help us make this film to show people how real the battle after the war can be, as we provide an inside look into the life of a soldier upon his return home from deployment.

Risks and Challenges

The biggest challenge in this film will be for our actors. They must portray great emotion, and gain an understanding of a soldier’s life. This will also be challenging for our director, who will be responsible for making sure the story is accurately portrayed. Cloud Mykals, Steve Dawson and Byron James will be working very closely with veteran’s organizations and other veterans to make sure that this film will be powerful, inspiring, as well as entertaining.

Other Ways You Can Help

That's ok if you can't help financially. Just pass the word around, maybe someone you know would like to donate and help us make this amazing and impactfull feature film.

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Thank You.

$5 USD
Your donation means a great deal, and we couldn't do it with out you.
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Public Shout Out

$10 USD
+Twitter shout out using your name.
3 claimed

Live Video From Set

$15 USD
You want to see what's going on during the filming? We will send you a short video from set and one of the cast or crew will say "HI" using your personal name and email it to you while we are on set!!
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Tag, You're It.

$35 USD
+ Custom replica Dogtag from the movie. + Digital copy of the completed film.
0 claimed

It takes you

$45 USD
Digital copy of completed film. + Digital link to access behind the scenes photos taken daily during the filming, + Twitter shout-out!
1 claimed

A little goes a long way

$50 USD
Share this one with everyone you know. + 8x10 signed photo of Director and Lead cast for your wall or to sell on ebay whichever you prefer. +A free digital download of both the short film and the Feature Film pre-official release.
0 claimed

Hold It, Movie Coming Your Way

$100 USD
+Blue Ray/DVD movie (add $5 for international) +Official Abyss of Being Poster
1 claimed

Let Your Flag Wave

$150 USD
This one is Special. +A Custom Abyss of Being Flag signed by cast that you can display proudly as a thank you from us for serving. We care about your veterans and family. + Signed poster from Director and Cast.
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War Hero

$200 USD
+ There will be many posters but none such as this one! One of a kind special made poster made only for you. Specially numbered and signed Numbers will be 1-50. +Numbered and personalized Abyss of Being Dogtags 1-50. +Dual/DVD set of the Short film Abyss of Being and the feature film.
1 out of 50 of claimed

Name It

$250 USD
You think you have a cool name for a character? We will name one of our movie characters after the name you give us, no matter how crazy it is. *no profanity please
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Be In The Movie

$450 USD
You always wanted to be in a feature film, now is your chance. Be a featured extra in the movie, with a chance for a line or two. (Travel expenses not included.)
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Making a Difference

$500 USD
Special autographed Poster by Director and Cast. + Official Abyss of Being Dogtag. + Autographed DVD (add $5 for international shipping) + Special Thanks and Name in the credits + Links to Digital photos and videos from behind the scenes. + Twitter and Facebook shout-out.
0 out of 50 of claimed

Clean It

$750 USD
Calling All Screenwriters... You have a script that is AWESOME...get it professionally cleaned.
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Let's get this party started

$1,000 USD
+ Making a Difference Perks. +Tickets to advanced private screening for you and ten of your friends. (Travel expenses not included) +A signed Poster by Lead Cast and a Skype call.
0 out of 15 of claimed

Pitch It

$2,500 USD
You have a pitch ready script. Here's you chance to get it made. Pitch us your finished script and our company will consider putting it under our slate for development with all of our resources and contacts.
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Original Songbird

$3,500 USD
This is for all you song writers!!! You wrote an original song you think would be great in this film, send it to us, and we will place it in the movie. *must own all rights to song
0 out of 2 of claimed

Rockstar Status

$25,000 USD
Co-Producer Credit and IMDB credit + Personalized limited numbered Production Dogtags. + Link to view the finished film before anyone else. + Special video thank you from Producers, Director and Lead Cast. + Signed Limited Edition DVD and Personalized signed photos by Producers, Director and main Cast. + A first come first serve selection of 2 props from the film that we post to an online catalog just for you. +All other perks from lower levels.
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Associate Producer

$50,000 USD
Associate Producer Credit and IMDB credit + Personalized hardback production photo album created from photos from beginning to end of the entire production. + Blue Ray DVD + Special Autographed Poster. + Links to Digital photos and videos from behind the scenes posted throughout production. + Come join us on set while we film and meet the cast and crew. + 2 tickets to the premier of the film (travel expenses not included)
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Co-Producer

$250,000 USD
+Co-Producer title and credit +Copy of original script signed by cast and director +2 tickets to wrap party with cast and crew and premier(Travel Expenses not included) +All Smaller perks stated in lesser contribution amounts amounts +3 selections of props used during the film from an online catalog created just for you. First come first serve basis when claiming this perk, but you are only one of three so you may just get something big.
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Executive Producer

$500,000 USD
+Executive Producer along with credits and titles in the credits +On set access anytime with prior notice to Producers +Full Access to premier and any media or social events
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