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California Golden Seals hockey documentary

California Golden Seals hockey documentary

California Golden Seals hockey documentary

California Golden Seals hockey documentary

California Golden Seals hockey documentary

Now active! Nov 24-Dec 24, 2016. Go to "California Golden Seals Story final fundraiser" - Indiegogo

Now active! Nov 24-Dec 24, 2016. Go to "California Golden Seals Story final fundraiser" - Indiegogo

Now active! Nov 24-Dec 24, 2016. Go to "California Golden Seals Story final fundraiser" - Indiegogo

Now active! Nov 24-Dec 24, 2016. Go to "California Golden Seals Story final fundraiser" - Indiegogo

Mark Greczmiel
Mark Greczmiel
Mark Greczmiel
Mark Greczmiel
2 Campaigns |
Studio City, United States
$9,025 USD 92 backers
34% of $26,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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After May 30, please go to our Facebook page:  www.facebook.com/Californiasealsdoc or email: take2mark@sbcglobal.net

WHY?

The history of the California Golden Seals includes white skates, orange pucks, female streakers, some future NHL superstars, a flamboyant owner, and even a young Tom Hanks.  
With such a wild background, the time for a documentary about this long-defunct hockey franchise is way overdue.

THE BACK STORY

In the late 1960s and early 70s, I was a young, transplanted  Canadian kid growing up in Northern California.  Naturally, my dad would take my brothers and I to see the new, local NHL hockey team - the California Seals. (later renamed the "Oakland Seals" and then: "California Golden Seals.")   

Through nine seasons, we watched as our team suffered through poor ownership, disasterous trades, crazy uniforms, and of course - their infamous Polar Bear White ice skates.   And every time the struggling Seals seemed ready to start firing on all cylinders, another calamity would strike.  As one writer stated: "Everything that could go wrong, did."    

I always felt that the Seals would make for a fascinating documentary.   And since I grew up to become a television producer,  I was in a great position to do something about it.  My credits include shows for E! Entertainment Television (25 episodes of "True Hollywood Story") as well as documentaries for the TV Guide Network, NBC, and the Reelz Channel.

WHAT'S ALREADY COMPLETED

Beginning last summer, I travelled across Canada and the U.S. to interview more than 25 former Seals players, team officials,  journalists, fans, and current NHL players.

The interviews have all been transcribed and I'm currently writing the script.

Everyone told great stories which will be augmented by an incredible collection of rare photos, documents, memorabilia, and home movies that have been generously donated. 

THE NEXT STEP: ARCHIVAL  FOOTAGE

This is where you come in:  we're seeking to license a wealth of archival footage featuring the Seals.  This crucial material includes old game highlights, plus an amazing collection of 16mm news stories that have sat in storage for 40 years. 

This is the single biggest cost with the documentary.  The 16mm film has to be retrieved by an archivist, cleaned and prepped, transferred to videotape, and then licensed for use from local TV stations.  

The old videotapes of televised games featuring the Seals also need to be licensed, as well as transferred to current video formats.

Finally, we also need to pay a fee to the NHL to use images of the various teams.  (The folks at the NHL are aware of this documentary and are being quite helpful.) 

THE PAY-OFF

You'll be helping to tell the story of one of hockey's most-fascinating and little-known chapters.  In return, we've assembled a variety of perks we hope will make contributing fun.  

THE PERKS INCLUDE……

ORIGINAL HOCKEY CARDS….


1970'S CALIFORNIA GOLDEN SEALS COIN BANK! 


OFFICIAL SEALS MEDIA GUIDE 1974/75 


SEALS AT NEW YORK RANGERS PROGRAM - DEC. 1970 


VINTAGE SEALS PENNANTS...


CALIFORNIA SEALS T-SHIRTS….


REPLICA SEALS JERSEYS…ALL THREE ERAS….


ORIGINAL PROGRAMS…


STICKERS, MEDIA GUIDES, DVDS & DIGITAL DOWNLOADS OF THE FILM, AND MUCH MORE!
YOU CAN ALSO RECEIVE A CREDIT AS "ASSOCIATE PRODUCER" OR "PRODUCER" ON THE MOVIE!
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California Seals sticker

$10 USD
A replica copy of the original California Seals souvenir sticker. These were sold and sometimes given to fans arriving at the Oakland Coliseum. They show a player skating with a puck, along with the name, "The Seals," and the caption: "The Bay Area's Hockey Team." Each round sticker measures 3 1/2 inches in width and height. (Please see "Image gallery" for photos of all perks)
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June 2015
4 claimed

Seals sticker & hockey card

$15 USD
You will receive a replica copy of the classic California Seals souvenir sticker that was handed out to fans at the Oakland Coliseum. Plus: one vintage hockey card featuring a member of the Seals. (We'll try to accommodate requests for specific players but reserve the right to substitute a different card due to supplies) (Please see "Image gallery" for photos of all perks)
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June 2015
6 out of 150 of claimed

Screen credit & Seals sticker

$25 USD
Your name will be shown as on-screen credit in the "special thanks" section of the film. Plus, you will also receive a replica copy of the classic California Seals souvenir sticker that was handed out to fans at the Oakland Coliseum. (Sticker will be sent by June, name will shown upon completion of the film) (Please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks) You will also get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
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July 2015
11 claimed

Download of film & sticker

$25 USD
Here's a wonderful pre-order opportunity to obtain a copy of the film. Once it is completed, you will receive a digital download of the Seals documentary -plus a souvenir Seals sticker. (See "Image gallery" for photos of perks) You will also get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
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February 2016
16 claimed

Bonus "Extras" DVD, more

$75 USD
This is a limited edition DVD featuring one hour of interviews with former players and team officials that don't make it into the final cut of the of the film. (DVD to be sent upon completion of the documentary) You will also receive a "special thanks" in the film and a Seals souvenir sticker. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
12 claimed

T-shirt, video, credit, etc.

$100 USD
You'll get a spiffy green t-shirt with the Seals logo (please specify size) and a digital download of the film when it's done. Plus.. a "special thanks" in the credits and a souvenir Seals sticker. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page! (Please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks)
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July 2015
11 claimed

1970/71 Seals Media Guide, etc

$125 USD
This very rare item is the 1970/71 media guide for the Seals. It's 57 pages of player and team statistics, bios, schedules, and other fascinating info. You will also receive one Seals souvenir sticker. Plus a "special thanks" in the film credits. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!(Please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks)
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June 2015
0 out of 1 of claimed

Seals 1969/70 media guide, etc

$125 USD
Here is a rare edition of the 1969/70 media guide for the Seals. It's 64 pages of player and team statistics, bios, schedules, and other fascinating info. You will also receive one Seals souvenir sticker. (please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks) Plus, a "special thanks" in the film credits. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
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June 2015
0 out of 2 of claimed

Seals 1970s bank & download

$125 USD
JUST ADDED! This is a very rare, NHL-licensed California Golden Seals coin bank from the early 1970s. (used by some young hockey fan) You will also receive a digital download of the film when it is finished, plus a souvenir Seals sticker. (See photo in gallery)
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June 2015
0 out of 1 of claimed

Seals 1974/75 media guide, etc

$125 USD
JUST ADDED! This very rare item is the 1974/75 media guide for the Seals. It's 60 pages of player and team statistics, bios, schedules, and other fascinating info. You will also receive one Seals souvenir sticker. Plus a "special thanks" in the film credits. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page! (Please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks) There are some handwritten notes inside the guide.
0 out of 1 of claimed

Seals jersey -1970-74, etc

$250 USD
This is a replica of the Charles Finley-era Seals road jersey featuring the Kelly Green and Gold colors. You will need to specify your size. You will also receive a "special thanks" in the film credits, a digital download of the documentary once it's done, and a souvenir Seals sticker. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page! (please see "Gallery" for photos of all perks)
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August 2015
2 claimed

Seals jersey (1967/68) etc.

$250 USD
This is a replica of the early Seals jersey (late 1960s) You will need to specify your size and whether you want "home" (green)) or "away" (white) colors. You will also receive a "special thanks" in the film credits, a digital download of the film once it's done, and a souvenir Seals sticker. (please see "Image Gallery" for photos of all perks)
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September 2015
0 claimed

Seals jersey 1974-76 & more

$250 USD
This is a replica of the Pacific blue and gold Seals jersey worn by the team for the 1974/75 and 1975/76 seasons. Please specify your size and whether you want "home" (white) or "away" (blue) colors. You will also receive a "special thanks" in the film credits, a souvenir Seals sticker, and a digital download of the documentary once it is completed. (please see "Image Gallery" for photos of all perks) And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
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September 2015
3 claimed

Associate Producer credit, etc

$1,000 USD
You will receive a larger, stand-alone, "associate producer" credit on the film (shared with a maximum of three other persons), along with a green Seals t-shirt,(please specify size) a digital download of the documentary when it's completed, and of course, a souvenir Seals sticker. And one final perk: You'll get a shout-out on the documentary's Facebook page!
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August 2015
3 out of 4 of claimed

Producer credit & extras

$2,000 USD
You will receive a stand-alone credit of "Contributing Producer." (shared with a maximum of one other person) Also, in recognition of your special contribution, you will receive a replica Seals jersey of your choosing, a Seals baseball cap, a Seals souvenir sticker, DVD of of the film when it's completed, and a DVD of the bonus interviews. You will also receive personal updates about the production as it moves forward, plus an extra-prominent shout-out on our Facebook page!
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August 2015
0 out of 2 of claimed
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Seals hockey figure & more

$35 USD
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July 2015
6 out of 6 of claimed
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Seals game program v. LA ,1971

$60 USD
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July 2015
1 out of 1 of claimed
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Seals @ Rangers program - 1970

$60 USD
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June 2015
1 out of 1 of claimed
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1968/69 Seals Media Guide, etc

$125 USD
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June 2015
1 out of 1 of claimed
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1973/74 Seals media guide, etc

$125 USD
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June 2015
1 out of 1 of claimed
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