Join us on our paw-some adventure
Imagine a film that not only warms your heart but also speaks to your soul. "BOB'S BEST FRIENDS" is more than just a movie; it's a testament to the transformative power of the bond between humans and dogs.
As someone who understands the profound impact these loyal companions have on our lives, you have the opportunity to be a part of something truly special. By investing in our film, you're not just supporting a project; you're contributing to a story that resonates deeply with your own experiences and emotions.
Join us in bringing Bob's journey to the silver screen. Together, let's celebrate the unconditional love, companionship, and healing that dogs bring into our lives. Your investment will not only help make this film a reality but also ensure that countless others are touched by its message.
PAWSITIVELY FASCINATING FACTS:
What's the movie about?
BOB'S BEST FRIENDS celebrates the connection between dogs and humans in both humorous and poignant ways.
Meet Bob, a vibrant soul in his 60s whose world takes a lively turn after a stroke leaves him with a speech disorder. But fear not! Enter a furry, four-legged friend who changes everything. Bob not only starts a bustling dog sitting business but embarks on a whirlwind of adventures, mishaps, and heart-to-hearts with his canine companions. Join Bob on a journey of rediscovery.
Who wrote the screenplay?
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Bill Redding wrote the screenplay. He's kinda dog obsessed. It took two years of drafts and revisions to get it right.
Film festival judges believe in the screenplay. In fact, the Southern California International Film Festival awarded it their Screenplay of the Year and Best Drama Screenplay. The screenplay was a finalist in several more festivals.
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Unleash your generosity
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If you invest, there are special perks available for your own beloved dog to be included in the film! Help to bring this doggone film to life and unleash your generosity.
Steps to help get this movie made:
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Choose your perk (each perk aligns with a contribution amount).
- Note: You can choose a perk on behalf of someone else. For instance, Mother's Day is coming up.
- The team will email you thanks and details about the perk. Then you've fetched our eternal tail-wags.
Celebrate your own dog
Your dog, or a dear dog that you have loved in the past, can help us get this movie made.
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Two people joining our doggone journey have unleashed their generosity and provided pics of their beloved dogs, Austin and Bailey. Their pics will be framed and on display in the movie and in the 'In Memory' section of the closing movie credits. We would love for you to honor your dog this way as well.
See how your cinematic 'tail' unfolds
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If you obtain the one remaining Executive Producer perk, you can attend a full day on set, watch how the director and dog trainer work with the actors, meet everyone, get pics taken with our skilled actor dog(s), be an extra in the movie (if you want) and many more benefits to being an Executive Producer.
Want to be in our doggone movie?
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Obtaining the Assistant Producer perk will put you in the movie, if you like, as an extra. You will be on screen. Example scenes are walking through a park or sitting with others in a mindfulness class. With the Assistant Producer perk you also get your dog(s) picture in the movie, your name in the opening and closing credits, and much more.
Keep your nose to our trail for updates
If you obtain the Associate Producer (or higher) perk, you will receive behind the scenes updates such as the following:
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This is Bill Redding (will play Bob character) holding little dog actress Betsie. Betsie was in town to shoot a scene on the TV show Chicago Fire. She has appeared in several TV shows such as Fargo and others. Betsie is being 'interviewed' for our film. Part of our approach is to test the chemistry between Bill and each of the dog candidates for the film. If you obtain the Associate Producer (or higher) perk, we will keep you informed with Behind The Scenes updates such as this.
How we will invest your contribution
Our budget to make the film is $80,500, divided as the following:
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Why Bill is so doggedly determined
In my 60s, I had an epiphany. I figured out the root of why I was so dog friendly. Why do I pay so much attention to dogs? Dogs of friends. Dogs I walk by. Dogs I see in the next car. Dogs across the street. I actually didn't put this all together until after writing this film. The answer is found in the affection I have for them and it stems from my teenage years.
Just after turning 14 in the summer, my family moved to a new town. Then I started high school. I knew no one and I was slow to make friends. But, actually, I was rescued that summer. Our family obtained a small dog from the shelter, a mutt we named Candy. She was my buddy. We chased the ball, went for walks, wrestled with her, and plenty of snuggling. She was my best friend.
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In BOB'S BEST FRIENDS, the bond that Bob develops with his therapy dog (after a sudden illness) opens him up to many dog friendships. Many dogs come into his life and make lasting impressions. With the help of the dogs, Bob is able to learn life lessons, forge ahead and recover.
The Pack
Stephen Folker / Director, Cinematographer
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Stephen is the Writer/Director of many shorts and features, with international distribution and dozens of film festival awards. In 2012, he wrote and directed his first feature film, TO SURVIVE about a group of survivors after the collapse of society. Stephen sold the film, and from there he wrote and directed several feature length comedy films. His drama LIFE AS A PEACH was a Quarterfinalist in the Screencraft Screenwriting Fellowship and a Quarterfinalist in the Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards. When Folker isn't busy writing or planning for his next production, he is a recurring freelance cinematographer for the LAW & CRIME NETWORK.
Bill Redding / Writer, Producer, playing Bob
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BOB'S BEST FRIENDS won the Best Drama Screenplay and the Screenplay of The Year at the Southern California International Film Festival (2023) and Grand Prize Winner at the First Frame International Film Festival (2023). Additionally a Semi-Finalist at the prestigious Flickers Rhode Island International Festival (2023) and a Finalist at 5 other festivals. Bill has been acting since his 20s and recently was a Co-Star on an episode of Chicago PD.
Christine Mahaney / Animal Trainer
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Christine, the owner of WHATADOG, LLC has been training animals for nearly 20 years. She has been the Animal Trainer for several recent popular TV shows, including Chicago Fire (2018-2024), Fargo (6 episodes in 2020), and Utopia (6 episodes in 2020). Christine recently trained Aaron Paul's character's dog in the movie Adam (2020) and she has trained animals in an additional 20+ movies and over a dozen TV series and shows. Christine's training skills have been demonstrated in many TV commercials.
