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Putting together the eastern samurai
and western redneck has never made more sense. American Redneck Samurai will introduce us to the man, the myth,
the piece of handsome who is on a journey to find love…and kick ass. To be
filmed in late November of 2013 by The Riben Collective, who won the nation’s
best comedy at this year’s Campus Movie Fest, American Redneck Samurai stars Logan Blackwell and is directed by
Matt Dillman.
From the stand point of sheer action
entertainment and cinematic storytelling, American
Redneck Samurai follows the tale of one rough tough samurai (Marshall) who
has a soft spot for a lady (Sunday) who owns a small, humble, outdoor sushi
stand. Marshall attempts to court Sunday at her restaurant, but his thunder is
stolen by a brash samurai who’s hillbilly charisma can’t be resisted. The two
conflicting personalities come to a boiling point. The chopping of body parts and
sushi begins!
This short film is a student film and
is part of my senior project for cinematography at Indiana University. It will
be approached in kung fu fashion, drawing on an aesthetic as seen in the movie
Kill Bill. Upon completion, American Redneck Samurai will be
screened at our cinema at Indiana University and ready for the web for everyone
to enjoy. Our crew and cast will put all we have into this film to make high
quality, action packed, humorous, entertainment like the movies you see in
Hollywood. But we need your help!
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This is a student film made up of a
cast and crew of about 15. Our vision is to create a short film that will have
look, sound, and feel of a big budget film. To
make this happen we are looking to raise $1200 from crowd fundraising. This may
not sound like a whole lot to make a film of such caliber, but we are not in
need of talented people. Instead we will need money to first and foremost fee
our decent sized crew and cast. $300-$400 will then be used to pay a combat
fight stage director to help make our fight scenes spectacular. On top of these
two expenditures will be props such as practice samurai swords, building the
small sushi stand, costume, and make up so we can get bloody!
Every cent that is given will visually improve our film and
the world that is created in front of the camera. Without your support there
won’t be as much sword swinging, ass kickin’, kung fu extravagance. If you can’t
donate, you can still contribute by sharing our project across your social
media pipeline and spreading the word to others! No matter the outcome of this fundraiser,
we are determined to make American
Redneck Samurai. We are passionate about this project and want it to
deliver our idea to the world.
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American Redneck Samurai has rounded up some of the best from Indiana University. Let's meet the team!
Matt Dillman - Writer, Director, Producer
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Matt Dillman is the brain and the clear leader of this redneck brigade. As a creative visionary from the country himself, Matt has full understanding to the mind of the American Redneck Samurai.
Ben Tamir Rothenberg - Producer, Co-Director
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Ben Tamir Rothenberg is force that brings reason to this production. All of his years of experience in film making has lead him to this moment. To direct the American Redneck Samurai and capture the legend on film.
Fred Schweir - Producer
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Fred Schweir is a boss among men. He perhaps is the touch that this film needs to properly dress the world of American Redneck Samurai. With an understanding in premiere fashion, photography, and male dominance; Fred will provide the marvelous aesthetic this film deserves.
Megan Guzman - Graphic Designer, Media
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Megan Guzman craves creativity like a squirrel craves a good acorn. Putting a brand and face is an important part of this venture and Megan is ready to channel her inner warrior and design the pure handsome.
Logan Blackwell - Actor, "Marshall" (The American Redneck Samurai)
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Logan has trained his whole life for this role. Through constant meditation and 40oz. sippin', the man has already created a legend that is only about to get amplified.
Carrie Barnthouse - Actress, "Sunday"
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Carrie Barnthouse is about to take on the roll of her life, A smiley, sassy, redneck with a sushi stand and a southern draw. Going from playing a doughnut to a Miss Bo Peep ain't no easy task...well for Carrie it is.
Connor Glass - Actor, "Sheppard"![]()
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This clean chin is about to turn into the dirtiest, meanest mug you have ever experienced. Don't let the suit and tie confuse you for a nice guy. This villain is a real samurai killer.
Jacob Saffold - Actor, "The Chef"
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Jacob's smile can win anybody over. So will his sushi. This chef is about to cook up a meal worth dying for.
James Sheppard - Actor, "Bobby"![]()
Want some action, you got it! James brings the right amount of brute steel and grit for one joyous villainous sidekick henchmen samurai kung fu master.
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Kaleb Rich-Harris - Actor, "Red"Kaleb somehow found himself in a role that may prove to be dangerous. Sushi is his favorite meal, but will one more bite be worth his life?
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Ben Monticue - Actor, "Turner"Ben enjoyed his quiet, stable life. However, he didn't realize that one day at a Sushi Stand would change all that he once knew.
Hallie Baumann - Make Up Artist![]()
Instead of us redneck samurai's cutting each other up, Hallie is going to provide the movie magic and craftsmanship to make American Redneck Samurai a piece of art.
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Adam Rector - Fight ChoreographerAt first we thought we would let our actors fight till the death. The only problem was no one knew how to even get there sword out of there holster and take a proper swing. Adam is here to fix that. He will show us with his centuries of experience and wisdom how to cut a man...but not kill a man.
To become one of our supporters, just click on the button to the right of the video. Indiegogo will ask for your pledge, which reward you want, and how you want to sign up. Graphic designs will be up soon for the posters and T shirts! We are excited to be slicing random objects in half for you and supplying loads of samurai entertainment. We are also giving away the chance to come on set to be and extra, get killed, and receive an autographed samurai sword from the cast and crew! What a deal!
Check out our Facebook page @ https://www.facebook.com/americanrednecksamurai and give us a like! Message us if you have any questions too!
There will be more information about the cast and crew, the gear we will be using, poster options, as well as updates and added perks in the coming days so look out!