Short Summary
Darkened Heart is the final project to be produced for Sheffield Hallam University. Director, writer and co-producer, Mark Handscombe has had this idea floating around in his head for a year or so and now it can finally be put to screen.
The film crew also consists of four highly talented technicians within their field. Film is our passion and it always has been.
Darkened Heart tells the tale of Eddie, a 20-something bar tender. When he meets a beautiful young woman, Layla, he falls for her hard. It almost seems too good to be true. But his past is holding him back and eventually catches up to him.
Eddie comes from a dark background, his brother, Tony raised him into a violent culture. Layla was one of the "victims" of their violent acts, despite Eddie's reluctancy. Layla is out for revenge, but not before destroying Eddie's heart the way he did to her.
Playing out as a light hearted romance story which suddenly takes a very very dark turn in a heart-stopping climax.
What We Need & What You Get
Layla is a very seductive young woman so getting the costumes to suit is vital. Hiring out a pub for the day is also not going to come cheap. Due to the "bloody" nature of the film's climax, it is imperitive we hire a skilled FX/makeup artist in order to make the film appear as realistic and gritty as we intend. There are two key props throughout the film; the gun and the engraved tankard, both of which come with a price-tag. The film is being shot in a fairly remote lcoation. Covering travel costs for actors, crew and equipment would also be required. Not to mention the essentials such as food.
Why should you fund? Well, here's why?
£1 - Every little helps as they say. A pound will go a long way. You'll get a shout-out/thank you on Facebook and Twitter.
£5 - For this lovely sum, you'll get the aforementioned AND a special thank you in the credits of the film.
£15 - WOW. Thank you. All the above PLUS a DVD copy posted out to you.
£50 - This would mean the absolute world to us. We'd show out eternal greatfullnes with all of the above PLUS a personalised DVD cover and an invitation to any screenings held.
£100 - With £100, this film wouldn't just be ours, it would be yours. You will get all of the above PLUS an "executive producer" credit.
The Impact
With your help we would like to make a film that is not only worthy of spots in UK film festivals; but international film festivals. It would also be a huge launching pad for the entire crew, helping us get our film careers on the move.
Other Ways You Can Help
Not everyone has money, we get it. If you can't contribute, then simply sharing this page on your favourite social networking sight will go a long way. Have a friend who's crazy for independent film? Send him/her this page.