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Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

A psychological thriller, following an actor's preparation for a terrifying role. As reality and fantasy blurs, he finds himself lost between both worlds.

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Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

Portal - A Full Length Feature Film

A psychological thriller, following an actor's preparation for a terrifying role. As reality and fantasy blurs, he finds himself lost between both worlds.

A psychological thriller, following an actor's preparation for a terrifying role. As reality and fantasy blurs, he finds himself lost between both worlds.

A psychological thriller, following an actor's preparation for a terrifying role. As reality and fantasy blurs, he finds himself lost between both worlds.

A psychological thriller, following an actor's preparation for a terrifying role. As reality and fantasy blurs, he finds himself lost between both worlds.

Digiphile Productions
Digiphile Productions
Digiphile Productions
Digiphile Productions
1 Campaign |
Los Angeles, United States
$3,024 USD 33 backers
10% of $28,000 Fixed Goal Fixed Goal


Watch our IndieGoGo Pitch, that details our story and our project. 

Watch the Stand Alone Teaser Trailer for Portal



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Portal Offical Website

Portal Facebook Page

Digiphile Productions Youtube Channel

Digiphile Productions Official Website

We have always been passionate about films that make you think. Films that leave you asking questions long after the screen has gone dark. 

PORTAL is a full length psychological thriller, written by Steven Doxey, Brandon Sean Pearson & Michael Doxey, that follows an actor who is cast as the lead in a bold, art-house film from a well known director. The Director’s film recreates the story of his father, who was captured and locked in a Siberian prison. For the actor to accurately portray the director’s father, he chooses to go method. He isolates himself in a remote cabin, where he pores over script pages and keeps a diary of his thoughts. He lives in the skin of his character, he eats, sleeps, even begins to think like him. This pressure to play the role truthfully is increased ten-fold by the director’s militant perfectionism. Day by day, the actor begins to slowly transform into something out of his control. This metamorphosis has serious ramifications both on and off-set.  

Steven, Michael, and Brandon have been collaborating on films together for the past ten years. We all share in our passion to make films that are not only entertaining, but compelling. 


Steven resides in Los Angeles, where he works in the entertainment industry as a commercial producer. He has written many full-length screenplays, some of which have garnered the interested of A-List actors. He has also written, produced, and directed several short films that have won awards at festivals across America. 

Michael resides in Logan, Utah, where he works as the resident commercial director for a large company. He has written, produced, and directed dozens of internationally award-winning commercials. Most notably, commercials for G.E., Coca-Cola, Netflix, and Dell. 


Brandon Sean Pearson has recently starred in the feature length film "The Maze" as well as co-starring in the 37th Annual Student Academy Award Best Picture short film "Inspector 42." Brandon has spent the last thirteen years building up an impressive resume, which includes playing the lead roles in professional productions of "MacBeth," "The Crucible," " Bug," "True West," "Red Light Winter" and "The Pillowman". Brandon has also written several screenplays, three of which have been optioned.

STILLS FROM STEVEN, BRANDON, and MICHAEL's FILMS:

No Man's Land - Teaser Trailer

In The Belly of the Whale - Teaser Trailer

I Died a Long Time Ago - Short Film

NOT ONLY do we have a great core group, but we will also be utilizing some of the most talented industry professionals, who have agreed to donate their time to Portal. Below are just a few:

Maximilian Schmige - Cinematographer: 

Maximilian Schmige's Website

Levi Obery - Producer:

Levi Obery's IMDB

Adam Hughes Henderson - Production Designer:

Adam Hughes Henderson's IMDB

Christopher Doucet - Composer:

Christopher Doucet's IMDB

Jacob Proctor - Sound Designer:

Jacob Proctor's IMDB

To make this film happen, we need a minimum of $28,000

Why $28,000 you ask? To make a full-length film, $28K is a tiny amount, even for independent film standards. But we are able to make this happen because the cast and crew have agreed to work for next to nothing, the locations and equipment are mostly free, and we are calling in all of the favors we have to get this film made. 

We believe this is a realistic goal to meet, and also believe it's an amount where we can still make a high-quality film that has the potential for film-festival and theatrical release. 

We have pitched $3 Million+ scripts and met with many film studios in the past, and have experience working with large and small budgets. Because we all work in the entertainment industry, we have experience with film finance and business plans, and can answer any questions you may have. Please contact us with any questions regarding budgets, scheduling, etc.

  • Even with this small budget, we take this film extremely seriously, and plan on delivering a full feature film that meets the quality standards of a studio-backed film. 


We are seeking a Stretch Goal of:

$60,000

More money, means more time to shoot, and more time to get things right. Every penny of extra money beyond our $28K goal that we receive will go in front of the camera, meaning that we will have more money for Camera Equipment, Lights, Set Design, Special Effects, Wardrobe and Makeup.

Of course, any amount that you will be willing to give us, even if it's just a dollar, is extremely welcomed. We want everyone who contributes to know how truly grateful we are. Your help ensures that independent filmmakers like ourselves can continue to share their stories with the world. 

Remember DVD's? Remember all of the cool behind the scenes features they offered? Since those aren't so common anymore, our "Official Supporter" perk will give you access to a website that gives you just that-- a behind the scenes look into how we are making this film. We will consistently post updates to the page, that will include photos, and videos with the cast and crew. We want the website experience to feel like you are on-set with us! 

Is there something you want for your contribution that isn't listed in our perks? Let us know! If we can make it happen, we will! 

FILMING Begins this Summer, 2014

We are aiming to begin principal photography this summer, 2014. We will shoot in the beautiful city of Logan, UT. We chose this area because we have access to studios, beautiful locations, and film equipment. 

  • Shooting in Logan, UT. 
  • Shooting both in and out of a film studio. 
  • Shooting on the Red Epic, with the Cinema Prime Lenses. 

AFTER THE FILM IS SHOT

  • The film will be professionally composed, sound mixed, and colored by a Post Production Studio. 
  • We will submit the film to Film Festivals all around the world. 
  • We will seek a Film Distributor, potentially leading to Theatrical Release or Video On Demand Release. 

Are you like us, short on cash but big on enthusiasm? We would love your help on set! We are always looking for people to help out during shooting and to help us make this film. If you would like to volunteer and are in the Salt Lake City, UT area, we would love to have you! Our preferred volunteers are people who have worked in the entertainment industry, or people who are optimistic, and aren't afraid of working long hours.

Interested? Please e-mail us at: Contact@DigiphileProductions.com 

We want you to ask us ANY and ALL questions! We believe in complete transparency and want you to know that your contribution is spent wisely. 

Check out our website at:

PortalTheFilm.com

Or contact us at:

Contact@DigiphileProductions.com

Thanks everyone! Let's make a fantastic film together!

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A big ol' THANK YOU!

$1 USD
Your name will appear on the Production Blog and Facebook Page with a THANK YOU note.
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Official Supporter

$10 USD
You will receive access to a private website with updates, photos, and videos from the set as well as your name “Special Thanks to our IndieGoGo supporters” section of the film’s end credits.
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Portal Teaser Song Download

$15 USD
We will e-mail you the score composed for the Portal Teaser Trailer by Christopher Doucet and sound design by Jacob Proctor. This song highlights just a brief glimpse into the score that will be composed for the full-length feature. Also included is the Official Supporter Perks.
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May 2014
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Signed Script

$20 USD
You will receive a script signed by Steven, Michael Doxey, and Brandon Sean Pearson + Teaser song download. You will receive access to a private website with updates, photos, and videos from the set as well as your name “Special Thanks to our IndieGoGo supporters” section of the film’s end credits.
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September 2014
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Digital Download

$25 USD
You will receive a digital copy of the film just before it is officially released, +Teaser song download. You will receive access to a private website with updates, photos, and videos from the set as well as your name “Special Thanks to our IndieGoGo supporters” section of the film’s end credits.
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December 2014
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Signed Poster

$50 USD
Signed Poster by the Director and cast. You will receive a digital copy of the film just before it is officially released, + Teaser song download. You will receive access to a private website with updates, photos, and videos from the set as well as your name “Special Thanks to our IndieGoGo supporters” section of the film’s end credits.
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Your name in the movie

$100 USD
The actor has all of his preparation materials for his role, including pictures that inspire him and texts coming from friends. We will put your name in his preparation materials, or in his phone and include it in the scene. Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, +teaser song download. Official Supporter perks.
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Advance Screening in L.A.

$200 USD
Advance Screening in Los Angeles and Q and A with the director. I will preview the final cut of the movie just for you special backers before it’s released. After the movie, I'll stick around for a live ask me anything Q and A session with the cast. You will have to provide your own travel and accommodation in Los Angeles. Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, + Teaser Song Download. Official Supporter perks.
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Advance Screening in Salt Lake

$200 USD
Advance Screening in Salt Lake City, UT and Q and A with the director. I will preview the final cut of the movie just for you special backers before it’s released. After the movie, I'll stick around for a live ask me anything Q and A session with the cast. You will have to provide your own travel and accommodation in Salt Lake City, UT. Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, +Teaser Song Download. Official Supporter perks.
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December 2014
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Advertise Movie in Portal

$500 USD
Send us a trailer or poster for your film, and we will show it on a television screen, or a projection in one of the scenes of the movie, or show the poster hanging on the wall in a scene. Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, +Teaser Song Download. Official Supporter perks.
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Co-Producer Credit

$500 USD
You will receive Co-Producer credit in the film’s main titles and on IMDb, exclusive access to view the film’s rough cut, an invitation to spend a day on-location with the cast and crew in Utah (transportation and lodging not included), and an invitation to the film’s premiere in Los Angeles (transportation and lodging not included). Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, +Teaser Song Download. Official Supporter perks.
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Executive Producer Credit

$1,000 USD
You will receive Executive Producer credit in the film’s main titles and on IMDb, exclusive access to view the film’s rough cut, an invitation to spend a day on-location with the cast and crew in Utah (transportation and lodging not included), and an invitation to the film’s premiere in Los Angeles (transportation and lodging not included). Signed Poster by the Director and cast. Digital Copy of film, +Teaser Song Download. Official Supporter perks.
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EP + Premiere Sponser

$2,000 USD
You will receive EP credit in the film’s main titles and IMDb; exclusive access view the film’s rough cut, an invitation to spend a day on-location with the cast and crew in Utah (transportation and lodging not included); your company’s logo on the premiere invitations, posters, and at the premiere in Los Angeles; invitation to the film’s premiere in Los Angeles (transportation and lodging not included). Signed Poster, Digital Copy of film, Teaser Song Download, and Official Supporter perk.
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