ABOUT THE LEAD
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Zee Tompkins is an actress in the Pacific Northwest. She has over 10 years of experience and has spent the last two and half of her career in the Portland scene. Zee spent the summer studying at the Manhattan Film Institute under heavy-hitters Bob Krakower, Wendy Makkena, Tony Spiridakis, and Joe Pantaliano. This invoked a hunger in her to get back to work on Oniphron.
When Zee first read the script for Oniphron, her heart began to race and she knew she was meant for this role. From Oni's strong presence to her guarded heart, Zee could relate. Zee was elated to be chosen to bring Oniphron to life, and she is ready to plunge into this character's story.
ABOUT THE CREATOR
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My name is Mykee Steen. I'm an actor turned auteur. After auditioning for several projects that didn't inspire me to create art, I decided to create art to get inspired. Where I once looked to the Film Industry for the films I wanted to see, I now am working hard to be the filmmaker I was looking for all along.
Since childhood, random characters and stories would pop into my head. I used to act them out on the playground as my first draft (And I still do sometimes, but only at night when no children are around). As soon as I picked up a writing utensil, I began filling notebooks with ideas. One such idea was about a woman named Oniphron.
WHY THIS FILM?
Oniphron is a unique character that has experienced the most decadent of pleasures and the most calamitous of pains. While witnessing the peak of empires and the disappearance of entire cultures, Oniphron has done it all, except die. This film explores the strain of a woman's spirit who knows everything there is to know, save for a way to find peace.
We are raising these funds to make a film, plain and simple. However, making this film helps prove that, with enough effort and resources, artists anywhere can bring their visions to life—not just those living in industry hot-spots. We seek to support the global artistic community with our own contributions, and we hope that you will join us.
WHERE IS THE MONEY GOING?
A script and a plan is in place, but it takes more than just these to make a film. We have a great cast and crew that are willing to work diligently on this project. The funds raised will ensure they are compensated and the project is produced successfully.
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Your contribution will employ artists to craft a film you won't want to miss. They will be paid for their long days on set and they will be fed. The actors won’t have to wear their own clothes as costumes, and the production will be able to shoot in locations that are pivotal to the storytelling.
Any funds that exceed the goal will expedite the editing process and help cover submission fees for festivals (which really add up). Along with the satisfaction that you helped us pour undivided love and attention into this film, you will receive some fantastic perks.
LIST OF PERKS FOR BENEFACTORS:
- Digital download of the film.
- Early digital download of the film.
- T-shirts.
- Oniphron statues.
- Oniphron-themed board games to play with family and friends.
- Digital Journal of Oniphron's Life.
- Personal message written in cuneiform on a clay tablet.
- Teatime with Oniphron.
- Original storyboard for the film. (There can be only one!)
- Invitation to a private first screening of the film.
- Title of Executive Producer and a walk-on speaking role in the film!
If you live in the Greater Portland area or are a musician, click here: http://www.mykeesteen.com/oniphron/
Your contribution will employ artists to craft a film you won't want to miss. They will be paid for their long days on set and they will be fed. The actors won’t have to wear their own clothes as costumes, and the production will be able to shoot in locations that are pivotal to the storytelling.
