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Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

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Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

Children of Night: A Jonathan Rowan Short Film

Family is FOREVER!!!

Family is FOREVER!!!

Family is FOREVER!!!

Family is FOREVER!!!

Jonathan Rowan
Jonathan Rowan
Jonathan Rowan
Jonathan Rowan
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Los Angeles, United States
$2,705 USD 28 backers
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HELP BRING CHILDREN OF NIGHT TO LIFE!!!

Logline: During a house-sitting gig, a naive college student encounters a horrifying discovery, soon realizing the house she entered has no escape.

 

Who is Jonathan Rowan?

  • Hi! My name is Jonathan Rowan and I'm the director, co-writer and producer of Children of Night. I believe film to be a highly unique art of expression. As a filmmaker, inclusion and representation is always important to me. We need to see stories of the untold from different perspectives.
  • Four years ago, I took a LEAP of faith and moved across the country from Louisville, KY to Los Angeles, CA with the goal of pursuing film school, at Loyola Marymount University's School of Film & Television. And in that time, I've successfully wrote, directed and produced my first horror feature, “Slasher” as well as the short films, Chocolate Milk, Invisible, Runnin’, Heart Beats, Beauty Mark and Man Down, in which have been featured at Revolt TV, Social Justice Now Film Festival, DTLA Film Festival, Indie Night Film Festival, Louisville’s International Festival of Film, International Black Film Festival Nashville, Atlanta Black Pride Film Festival, blackfilm.com and many more.

 

What is Children of Night?

  • Children of Night is a 20-minute narrative horror/thriller short film set in Los Angeles, CA following Deja Clark, a naive college student, who needs extra money to pay off her balance for the upcoming semester, in which she accepts a house sitting gig from the mysterious yet alluring Julian and Victoria Sinclair, a wealthy young power couple. But when Deja begins hearing strange noises coming from the second floor bedroom, she must quickly make sense of things before what lurks in the shadows, devours her.
  • Children of Night originally began as an LMU student film that was written and developed in 2019 with production scheduled for 2020. And as a result of the current pandemic, its production was halted due to the shutdown of LA County and indefinite restrictions of all student resources such as equipment, editing labs and crew. This project has had several push backs to the point that my team and I can no longer keep waiting around for school resources that have become no longer available.
  • Now moving forward as an independent project, we ask if you can JOIN US by helping us COMPLETE this film. By supporting Children of Night, you will not only help us secure funding to put toward the location, renting equipment, acquiring props & costuming, hiring and feeding cast and crew, post-production services, submitting to the TOP film festivals worldwide, BUT you will HELP US tell a BOLD, NUANCED and THRILLING narrative about black and brown characters set in genre of horror/fantasy that represents true CHANGE, DIVERSITY and INCLUSION needed in this industry TODAY!!! 
  • Children of Night will also be used as a launching pad for my transition into more feature film & episodic content. The next step in my film journey is to showcase my talent in longer form and truly prove that I am the right choice to bet on when it comes to directing and overall filmmaking. I'm ready to launch a more commercial career and producing more quality work will not only establish my brand further but also my talent and skills as a filmmaker.

 

How much does he want from us again?!?!

  • In Los Angeles, CA the "FILMMAKING MECCA" of the WORLD, a SIX day shoot can be EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE!!! In order to make this project a reality, we're going to need to raise $10,000 in production and post-production finishing funds to complete this work of ART. 
  • My co-producer, Jonathan Burnett, and I have tried our level best to bring the budget down by using a talented cast & crew who are willing to come aboard simply for the ART of FILMMAKING, but the fact remains that there are still a lot of things that still need to be purchased, acquired and/or rented before we can get out there and shoot this thing. These include paying for the location, renting equipment, production design (that means props amongst other things), hair & make-up, wardrobe, hiring and feeding our highly skilled cast and crew (who are nonetheless rather prone to getting hungry), a few special effects, post-production services (editing, sound design, mixing, color grading, etc) and submitting to the TOP film festivals worldwide.
  • My team and I believe in building a community that lives and breathes stories that are RAW, AUTHENTIC, and INTIMATE. JOIN OUR TEAM to become a part of this journey by contributing to a NOTEWORTHY tale of family and the bonds that make or break us.
  • We have many different perks, ranging from Social Media Shout Outs, a "Special Thanks" Credit, IMDB Credit, an autographed script from the cast and crew, as well as EXCLUSIVE first viewing of film and more.

 

Director's Statement

  • I want to make this film because horror is one of my favorite genres to make and since the emergence of Jordan Peele, the interest in black horror has peaked. As a black filmmaker, it is important that we tell stories from the perspective of underrepresented voices and people.
  • The types of films that speak to my sensibility are in the genre of drama and horror as there is something fascinating about the human condition and exploring unseen truths within both genres. Inclusion is reflected in my works as I explore narratives from the perspective of underrepresented groups. I am that voice for my generation as I push to give the voiceless a major spotlight and platform. Representation is important and I exemplify that importance as a director and storyteller.
  • Modern media today lacks diversity in storytelling, so I want to explore a narrative about black characters set in genre of horror/fantasy. There is a fresh take on the genre that I aim to tap into with the use of black vampires while presenting a mix of beauty within the darkness.
  • I plan to tell this story as a way to put a horror twist on the issues of family and financial oppression felt within the black community. Family dynamics and financial oppression are deeply rooted within our history as a people and is still a thing of the present.
  • I want to use this film to explore fantasy elements of black horror with the use of vampires to represent how family can make or break us. Show two different versions of black economics as well as visual representations most characters of color are not shown in.

 

Meet The Crew!!!

Director, Co-Writer & Producer

 

Co-Producer

  • Independent filmmaker and Visual Media Artist Jonathan Burnett is a native of Rock Island, Illinois. He is the son of American black cinema pioneer, Charles Burnett. After graduating from Rock Island High School in 2006 Jonathan studied and received his training in Film and Visual Media obtaining a BFA from the Academy of Art University San Francisco CA and an MFA from Loyola Marymount University. He has produced and has been a part of several projects during his tenure.

  • Shortly after graduation, Jonathan worked on professional films in France, Algeria, and Atlanta. Jonathan is also the Creator Director as well as Lead Instructor of the Urban Exposure Independent Film Program. His 2016 LMU film, Odds Against Honor, won BEST DRAMATIC SHORT at the Downtown LA Film Festival.

  • IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2925503/

  • Website: https://www.jburnettproductions.com/

  • Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/bangbangmd

 

Other Ways You Can Help

  • While I understand that not everyone has the ability to donate, I truly appreciate each and every person who supports the art of storytelling by spreading the word about this film. Whether that's by sharing this Indiegogo on your social media, hashtagging #ChildrenOfNight or telling your friends and family about this unique project, your support means the entire world.

  • By the way, if you have any questions or queries at all, or would like to make a donation directly to us, do drop us a line at childrenofnightthemovie@gmail.com and thank you for the support.

Much Love, 

Jonathan Rowan

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IMDb Credit

IMDb Credit

$75 USD
With a "Special Thanks" credit listed on our IMDb page, the world will see your name listed alongside our talented cast and crew.
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • Special Thanks & Poster
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March 2021
4 out of 5 of claimed
BTS Photos & Videos

BTS Photos & Videos

$100 USD
Lots of exciting and crazy things happen on film sets, especially with such hilarious actors and passionate crew. Get a snapshot of the excitement through exclusive photos and videos from behind-the-scenes! Also includes BONUS PERKS!!!
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • BTS Photos & Videos
  • Special Thanks & Poster
Estimated Shipping
October 2021
4 out of 5 of claimed
Exclusive Cast Table Reading

Exclusive Cast Table Reading

$200 USD
Be the FIRST to EXPERIENCE an EXCLUSIVE Children of Night Cast Table Reading via zoom plus bonus perks!!!
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Exclusive Cast Table Reading
0 out of 5 of claimed
Autographed Poster & Script

Autographed Poster & Script

$300 USD
Receive your own copy of the final script of "Children of Night" along with an exclusive movie poster with an autograph from Director, Cast & Crew. We will mail the copy to you personally PLUS BONUS PERKS!!!
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Autographed Poster & Script
Estimated Shipping
October 2021
1 out of 5 of claimed
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Virtual Cast Meet & Greet

Virtual Cast Meet & Greet

$400 USD
Chat with the Children of Night Cast & Crew at an exclusive virtual meet and greet via zoom plus bonus perks!!!
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Virtual Cast Meet & Greet
  • Exclusive Cast Table Reading
0 out of 5 of claimed
SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!

SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!

$500 USD
A private online link to the preview cut of the film before it travels to film festivals, PLUS BONUS PERKS!!!
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • BTS Photos & Videos
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Autographed Poster & Script
  • SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!
  • Exclusive Cast Table Reading
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October 2021
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Associate Producer Credit

Associate Producer Credit

$1,000 USD
As an Associate Producer on "Children of Night," we will feature YOU in the credits of the film. We will also list your credit on IMDB and all related film material, copy of the final film as well as the chance to visit the set while filming among other perks. With your help, you are supporting award-winning talent make magic.
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • BTS Photos & Videos
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Visit to the Set
  • SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!
  • Associate Producer Credit
Estimated Shipping
October 2021
1 out of 5 of claimed
Executive Producer Credit

Executive Producer Credit

$5,000 USD
As an Executive Producer on "Children of Night," we will feature YOU in the top billing opening and/or closing credits of the film. We will also list your credit on IMDB, autographed script, copy of the film as well as the chance to visit the set while filming among other perks. With your help, you are supporting amazing talent make magic.
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • BTS Photos & Videos
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Autographed Poster & Script
  • Visit to the Set
  • SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!
  • Executive Producer Credit
  • Virtual Cast Meet & Greet
  • Exclusive Cast Table Reading
Estimated Shipping
October 2021
0 out of 2 of claimed
PAID IN FULL!!!

PAID IN FULL!!!

$10,000 USD
As Producer on "Children of Night," we will feature YOU in the top billing opening and/or closing credits of the film. We will also list your credit on IMDB, autographed script, a Director's cut of the film, visit the set while filming among other perks. With your help, you are supporting amazing talent make magic.
Included Items
  • Social Media Shout Out
  • IMDb Credit
  • BTS Photos & Videos
  • Special Thanks & Poster
  • Autographed Poster & Script
  • Visit to the Set
  • SEE THE FILM FIRST!!!
  • PRODUCER CREDIT
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October 2021
0 out of 1 of claimed
Social Media Shout Out
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Social Media Shout Out

$25 USD
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March 2021
5 out of 5 of claimed
Special Thanks & Poster
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Special Thanks & Poster

$50 USD
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March 2021
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