'Lost And Found' is about Charlie’s unconditional love for his parents, his great imagination and his resourcefulness. After the death of his dad, Charlie finds a way to help his grieving and struggling mom. He decides to kidnap local animals and claim the rewards from their owners. Like many a plan all is well at first but things don’t quite turn out the way Charlie had hoped.

'Lost And Found' is a film full of heart. We aim to make you smile. Perhaps even bring a tear or two to your eyes...

We assembled an amazing team of people who are not only really passionate about filmmaking but also totally crazy about animals! Now we need YOU to join the team to help us to shoot for one more day and to make sure we can post-produce the film to the highest standard. And to get it out onto screens the world over!

SPEAKING OF THE CAST...

We are very fortunate to have in our project the amazing Caroline Morahan. She plays the role of Kathleen, Charlie’s mother.

As well as  jumping on board to support our film, earlier this year Caroline played the lead role in 'She Stoops to Conquer' at the National Theatre of Ireland, The Abbey. She recently joined an all-star cast in a new comedy series 'Fir Bolg' due for release on TG4, the Irish language TV station, and was the host of the prestigious 2015 Irish Film and Television Academy Awards - Ireland's answer to the Oscars. 

Caroline also devotes much of her time to working for worthy causes. She’s undertaken a number of initiatives, including acting as an ambassador for the ISPCA (Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) where she led the "Adopt a Dog" campaign.

We couldn’t have been luckier than finding the wonderful Lee O’Donoghue, who plays Charlie. Cast after an extensive search, he is definitely our Charlie!

Lee is still only 10 but he’s already an experienced and promising film actor known for 'Help the Poor Struggler', 'The Monster', 'Teacher’s Pet', 'Elev8', 'Holy Communion Feature', 'Dog House' as well as working on stage in productions such as 'The Wizard of Oz', 'Aida', and 'La Bohême'.

Our terrific supporting cast includes Liam O’Brien (Reverend Tom) an accomplished Limerick based actor of both stage and screen. Liam is also one of Ireland's finest interpreters of swing and lounge music; Nigel Mercier (Jack) a professional actor, Former President of Limerick Toastmasters (speaking club), Owner/Director of Limerick School of Acting, as well as a regular networking facilitator with Limerick Chamber of Commerce; and Zeb Moore (Seamus) an actor and casting director, known for 'Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie', 'The Quiet Hour' and 'Vanner'. And last but not least another gifted young actor Brandon Maher who plays Charlie's nemesis Sam.

We have a group of marvellous and talented people involved in the making this film.

Liam O’Neill, the writer & director, whose previous short films have garnered awards and screened at film festivals the world over.

The producers: Patrick Daly, a producer with years of experience alongside Magdalena Puzmujzniak, an emerging producer and graduate of University College Dublin; and and Ronan Cassidy as Executive Producer on behalf of Limerick City of Culture 2014.

Behind the camera was the invaluable Patrick Jordan, whose previous work includes the Oscar nominated short film, 'Pentecost' as well as 'Volkswagen Joe', for which he won the Donal Gilligan Award for Best Cinematography at the 2014 Galway Film Festival.

In addition, we have a fantastic gang of filmmakers - experienced as well as up and coming - working in key crew positions, including:

SPEAKING OF THE ANIMALS...

The film wouldn't exist without the great contribution of the Irish based charity Limerick Animal Welfare, Marie Quirke and her dog Sally, alongside the great animal lovers who let us cast their phenomenal pets. THANK YOU!!!

WHAT MORE DO WE NEED?

The film is almost completely shot. We've captured powerful performances from our talented cast, working with a dedicated crew and some really great gear, in stunning locations in Castleconnell, Co. Limerick. We are determined to complete 'Lost And Found'. Our main challenge right now is raising the funds needed for the last leg of the film's journey!

With the support of Limerick City of Culture’s “Film Limerick” initiative and by investing our own savings we were able to get the film pretty much in the can.

Now we need YOU to get on board and help us shoot for one more day and to post-produce the film to the highest standards.

The €7,000 goal includes:

• one day shooting in Co. Limerick
• editing & grading
  
• graphics/VFX
  
• sound design & mix
• original music score
• marketing package
• festival fees

WHAT DO YOU GET FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

Aside from the great feeling of knowing that YOU HELPED MAKE A FILM, there are a whole range of film-related awards that you can claim. But most importantly, while supporting us, you will also help support Limerick Animal Welfare (LAW)!

LAW is a charity based in County Limerick whose members care for and rehome stray, mistreated and abandoned animals both in Ireland and abroad. LAW is made up of true animal advocates. They love animals and devote their time and energy to care for and to help them find new homes and a better life. Any rescue animal LAW takes in, unless it is adopted and suitably rehomed, has a home for life at the LAW sanctuary in beautiful rural County Limerick.

IF YOU CAN'T CONTRIBUTE FINANCIALLY, YOU CAN STILL HELP!

We totally understand that there are a lot of terrific projects out there and a lot of worthy causes, so it may not be possible for you to contribute financially to our film.

BUT you can help us by spreading the word about Lost And Found and Limerick Animal Welfare on Facebook and Twitter, by talking to your animal-loving friends and by helping us get the word about our film and LAW out there!

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME! No matter how you are able to contribute, we are determined that with YOUR help you will soon be able to watch and enjoy LOST AND FOUND.

In the meantime visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/lostandfoundashortfilm and Twitter https://twitter.com/LandF_ShortFilm.

And, of course, you can write to us: lostandfoundshortfilm@gmail.com 

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