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Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

NOW HIRING is a superhero comedy starring Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter), Camden Toy (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and directed by Mark Cantu.

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Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

Help The Heroes - Save the Day for NOW HIRING, A Superhero Comedy

NOW HIRING is a superhero comedy starring Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter), Camden Toy (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and directed by Mark Cantu.

NOW HIRING is a superhero comedy starring Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter), Camden Toy (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and directed by Mark Cantu.

NOW HIRING is a superhero comedy starring Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter), Camden Toy (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and directed by Mark Cantu.

NOW HIRING is a superhero comedy starring Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter), Camden Toy (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and directed by Mark Cantu.

Mark Cantu
Mark Cantu
Mark Cantu
Mark Cantu
3 Campaigns |
San Antonio, United States
$4,500 USD 42 backers
45% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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"With Great Power..."

$25 USD
13 out of 200 of claimed

"Shazam!"

$50 USD
4 out of 20 of claimed

"It's a Bird, It's a Plane"

$100 USD
10 out of 100 of claimed

"I'm Batman"

$500 USD
3 out of 15 of claimed

"Hulk Smash!!"

$1,000 USD
1 out of 10 of claimed
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Welcome

Welcome to our campaign for the superhero indie feature, NOW HIRING, currently in production.   My name is Mark Cantu, writer and director of the film.    With our superhero comedy, we're looking to break new ground.   

OUR STORY

Our main character, Joe, is an out of work husband.   With unemployment straining his marriage to his schoolteacher wife, Sarah, he finally lands a job, thinking he is a costumed hero for entertainment at childrens' parties.   However, he quickly realizes the job is real, and he is expected to be a hero.

With no super powers to speak of, he realizes he must keep his job in order to save his marriage.  But when an unspeakable menace begins terrorizing the city, the heroes must step up and Joe must do what he was born to do.

 

Who Are We

As a San Antonio Filmmaker, I'm honored to call this city my home.  My work experience ranges from commercial television spots for The Paint Drop and Doritos "Crash The Super Bowl," to music videos for artists such as trance DJ Gilbert Carrizales and gospel artist Nadine Mansour.   We also boast award-winning short films, ranging from action to comedy.    

What We Need & What You Get

 

 
 
For your generous contribution to making San Antonio filmmaking possible, here is what you get:
 
  • $25 or more ("With Great Power" reward)  Special Thanks listing in the credits and IMDb. Official poster for "Now Hiring."
  • $100 or more ("It's a Bird, It's a Plane" reward) Associate Producer Official posters for "Now Hiring," signed by Catherine Mary Stewart and Camden Toy. Signed copy of completed film on DVD/Blu-Ray
  • $500 or more ("I'm Batman" reward) Producer credit Meet stars Catherine Mary Stewart and Camden Toy, as well as attend location filming in downtown San Antonio. Listing on IMDb as Associate Producer for the film, and VIP tickets to the premiere in San Antonio.
  • $1000 or more ("Hulk Smash" reward) Executive Producer credit Exclusive all-access to the production, including post-production process. Meet stars Catherine Mary Stewart and Camden Toy, as well as attend location filming in downtown San Antonio. Listing on IMDb as Executive Producer for the film, and VIP tickets to the premiere in San Antonio. Travel with the production team when the film is screened at film festivals and premieres.

 

THE CAST

The phenomenal cast we have assembled for NOW HIRING includes a mix of Hollywood and San Antonio talent:

-Catherine Mary Stewart (THE LAST STARFIGHTER, WEEKEND AT BERNIE'S, NIGHT OF THE COMET) as Mayor Cunningham

-Camden Toy (BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER) as Lord Menace

-Timmy Williams (THE WHITEST KIDS U KNOW) as Lt. Hallenbeck

-Jason Sedillo as Average Joe

-Caitlin Williams (ABC's "Make It or Break It) as Sarah

-Akasha Banks Villalobos as Blink

-Jason Scarbrough as The Nighwatchman

-Roman Garcia (KENS-TV "Great Day SA") as The Flamer

-Taylor James Johnson ("Jack Riccardi Show" on 550 KTSA) as Dr. Mystico

-Skylar Brown as Emily

-Jamye Cox as Sgt. Ramirez

-Keith Berry as MAX

-Alejandro Vargas Lugo as Angel

 

THE GOAL

Our goal with the film is simple:  make a film that speaks to a massive audience.   Heroes are big business right now.   But we bring something to the table that Big Hollywood Films can't:   an instantly relatable underdog.   Our main character, Joe, is not out to save the world, or be the greatest hero ever.   He is simply a man trying to save his marriage by keeping his job.    Everyone can relate to that.

It just so happens that his "job" is to be a superhero.

As a husband and a father, these are the elements that stayed with me through the entire writing process, and continue to fuel my passion for this project everyday.    

Lastly, there is one more difference.   Indie films have never had a shining superhero to call their own.    With your help, Average Joe would be the first true indie superhero.

Other Ways You Can Help

We thank you for your interest in our project, and we ask that you please get the word out by finding us on Twitter (@NowHiring_Movie) and spreading the love in any way you can.  Every little bit helps!

Also if you're not able to contribute to our funding, but would like to be involved in the process of making the film, please feel free to contact us at markcantu3294@yahoo.com.    in your subject line, please write "NOW HIRING ASSISTANCE."

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