What is it about?
It's a story of justice and vengeance and where the lines become blurred. Can the characters avoid losing themselves on this journey, both metaphorically and literally? It's an action thriller, not everyone's going to make it. Who will you root for?
Two kidnappers, a dealer, a group of college kids, and a killer converge in an abandoned school. Once they cross paths, chaos ensues, and it's a race to survive the night.
Meet the Creators
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Zane Hershberger - My name is Zane Hershberger, and I am a fan of films in general, but especially films in the horror/thriller genre. I've worked on 5 feature length films in the past several years and have been accumulating a wealth of knowledge as I've moved along. The film FORCE TO FEAR is important to me because it's a fun, twisted story that my collaborative partner, Chad Bruns, and I created together and we feel that there are enough thrills and interesting characters to keep audiences glued to their seats.
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Chad Bruns - Hi I'm Chad Bruns, I've been an actor for 10 years, as well as working behind the scenes, in various roles on projects. Zane and I want to bring you a fast-paced action thriller that you'll want to watch over and over again. I have worked on over 16 films, web series, and TV shows the past few years. For more information on my work, check out www.chadbruns.com
What We Need
Our goal is to give you quality big budget action while doing it safely. Any donations, even if they are small, help us get closer to making this a possibility, and are truly appreciated!
We want to avoid distracting the audience from the story with cheesy effects.
Where is the money going?
- Weapons
- Normal Props/costumes
- Crash pads
- Basic tools and supplies to build objects to throw people thru or off of.
- Special effects
- Practical effects
Tricks or Treats?
Why should you believe in us, or this project?
- We have the support team of Justin Seaman (The Barn) and Rocky Gray (10/31).
- We have the location, cameras, lights, editing software.
- We have the crew from "The Barn" and "10/31" working with us.
- We have a team of talented actors.
So no tricks, only treats.
Check out our Perks section for the TREATS!!!
Risks & Challenges
Zane and I have worked on some good projects but we have also learned a lot from projects that missed opportunities. Your contributions ensure that we can take the time on the big action scenes and get them right.
- Our 18 years of experience in the film industry has given us many examples of what pitfalls to avoid.
- Chad has over 7 years experience as an Industrial Engineer, which deals with maintaining tight schedules on projects, efficiency, and staying under budget.
- Our fight choreography is being rehearsed ahead of time so we don't waste any time on set.
- The majority of the film is set in a centralized place to avoid having to travel to multiple sets all over the area.
- If the Pittsburgh weather won't cooperate with us for the outdoor scenes, we have the ability to build some of the sets indoors to stay on schedule.
Shout "FORCE TO FEAR" from the rooftops.
The most helpful thing you can do outside of donating is spread the word! If 1,000 people donate $10, we hit our goal!
Meet The Cast
Sable Griedel - NOVA, credits include 10/31, The Barn, Cryptids.
April Yanko - ANOMALY, credits include Murder Made Me Famous, OK Grey, Reckless, Dogwood Pass.
Chad Bruns - SOCKS, credits include Who Killed Jane Doe, 10/31, Cryptids, Devil's Night, Warrior.
Joe Setticase - CLINT, credits include Paterno, Site 22, Homicide Hunters.
Mitchell Musolino - RYAN, credits include The Barn, 10/31, Cryptids, The Men Who Built America.
Ted Opalanski - THE TARGET, credits include Escape at Dannamora, CastleRock, House of Cards.
Se' Marie - SARAH, credits include Careful Not to Cry, Cryptids, Significant Other, The Sapphire Diaries.
Arjun Kumar - WATTS, is a theater actor best known for his roles in Arcadia, UBO ROI, Street Car Named Desire.
George Saulnier - NICK, is an award winning theater actor, currently starring in Cutting Ball Theater's Uncle Vanya in San Fransico.
Ginny Griedel - VEGA, is a newcomer to the film industry, her performance is sure to pack a punch.
Nexus Lyons - PIT, credits include Lion's Den, Batshit, and the Decisionists.
