LOGLINE
The mother’s worst nightmare becomes real when her daughter is abducted by the scariest creature alive, remembering the past journey that takes her back to where it all started.
SYNOPSIS
Maya Johnson has been having recurring nightmares after her father’s death. She will travel back to the Philippines with her daughter, Mira, and her best friend, Shayne, to bury her dad’s ashes next to her mother's grave. Although hesitant about the upcoming travel, she will honor her father’s wish. Maya’s mother died when she was born. She moved to Chicago with her father when she was 17 and hasn't been back since. The nervous mother has mixed emotions about their trip, worrying for her daughter’s safety.
Maya's worst fear becomes real. Her daughter's life is in the hands of a dangerous creature. She is terrified and must act fast to save her only child, taking her back to the familiar remote village where it all started. She finally unravels the truth about her mother’s bloodline that her father kept secret. The amulet necklace that she’s been wearing all her life. Now, Maya must choose to accept who she is or lose her daughter for good.
The great battle between the brave mother and the head of the creature leaves Maya lifeless on the ground. Mira performs the never-done-before ancient ritual to save her mother. Will the daughter succeed?
THE AWARENESS
MAYA "The Sacrifice" is a passion project. A film for a cause dedicated to Mental Health Awareness. Based on a story of a mother's challenges and struggles in caring for her daughter, that suffers from mental illness. She's fighting the greatest battle of her life that no one can fathom.
Mental health crises are not something to ignore. It has to be addressed. Over the past 20 years, suicide rates have been on the rise. It is a major public health issue everywhere. Our mission is to promote & advocate awareness of mental health through an artistic approach. The goal is to help underserved communities by providing more resources for those in need. Every little help makes a difference in someone's life." HELPING OTHERS IS NOT A CHORE; IT IS THE GREATEST GIFT THERE IS.
IN CONCLUSION
MAYA "The Sacrifice" is a story of love, courage, strength, determination, bravery, and triumph. The movie will give you chills, suspense, love, laughter, drama, thrills, actions, and scares that will leave you off the edge of your seat and your eyes glued to the screen.
Dive into the bloodline and the transformation of the clan's king into the scariest creature alive on screen. The mother and daughter's journey, starting in bustling metropolitan Chicago and to the remote village of the Philippines. Join the adventure of a lifetime as the dynamic duo takes you on the thrill ride of your lives, witnessing the battle between family, death, resurrections, and transformation.
LET'S BREAK IT DOWN
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The faster money we raise, the quicker the movie is completed. Get on board with us and help our passion project comes to life. We will create a phenomenal horror-fantasy film that will haunt you in your dreams. You're gonna need your teddy & your blankie, or even your mommy to sleep at night. Get ready to be haunted... WE DARE YOU!
THE ULTIMATE GOAL
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FUCK IT! Invest all your money in this movie. It's almost the end of the world anyways. You'll be doing good deeds. As they said, GO BIG OR GO HOME!
BLOODY HELL PERKS
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Go for the crown. Be a king of the MAYA castle!
BEHIND THE SCENE (Short Teaser)
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This is how we did it. It's just a green screen! Ahhh... The beauty of movie magic. Do you believe in magic?
THE MORE YOU KNOW
WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE SHORT TEASER/CONCEPT CONTINUES TO THRIVE IN THE FILM FESTIVAL WORLD, EARNING OVER 180 AWARDS & ACCOLADES.
ABOUT ZATORI FILMS
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An award-winning independent productions film company based in Chicago, Illinois. Our unique team consists of a diverse group of minority filmmakers that produces Sci-fi, Fantasy, Horror, Fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Suspense, and Mystery films. The majority are female professionals who are passionate about making a difference. We dedicate our lives to producing one-of-a-kind and rewarding projects. Our mission is to advocate mental health awareness by helping underserved communities everywhere.
Check us out: https://www.zatorifilms.net/
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KNOWN FACES WE WANT TO CAST
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We think that these talented master manipulators fit the mold. C'mon, ya'll help us manifest our dream. What's the worst thing that can happen?
YOUR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED
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