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PYOTR495

A short film set amidst the violent abductions & attacks bolstered by Russia’s LGBT Propaganda Law.

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PYOTR495

PYOTR495

PYOTR495

PYOTR495

PYOTR495

A short film set amidst the violent abductions & attacks bolstered by Russia’s LGBT Propaganda Law.

A short film set amidst the violent abductions & attacks bolstered by Russia’s LGBT Propaganda Law.

A short film set amidst the violent abductions & attacks bolstered by Russia’s LGBT Propaganda Law.

A short film set amidst the violent abductions & attacks bolstered by Russia’s LGBT Propaganda Law.

Blake Mawson
Blake Mawson
Blake Mawson
Blake Mawson
1 Campaign |
Toronto, Canada
$7,984 USD 156 backers
26% of $30,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

UPDATE! (and thanks!)

Thank you to all who so generously contributed to PYOTR495! Our campaign is finished, but if you still wish to support the project, please email us at driveinkeepoutproduction@gmail.com specifying your preference of perk, and we would be happy to have you join our team!

About the film PYOTR495:

"Set one evening in present-day Moscow, 16 year-old Pyotr is baited by an ultranationalist group known for their violent abductions and attacks bolstered by Russia's LGBT propaganda law, but Pyotr has a dangerous secret his attackers could never have accounted for..."
PYOTR495 is a short film set in Russia in the year 2014. The country has invaded the Ukraine, the newly instated LGBT propaganda law makes it illegal to present gay life as normal, while Russian President Vladimir Putin's approval rating is at a 6 year high. We begin in the run-down, white Soviet-era tower blocks in the Cheryomushki district of Moscow, and follow our character, Pyotr, as he leaves his friends and ventures out into the night on his scooter and under the passing lights of the city streets as he is baited into a dangerous scenario at the sprawling apartment of a member of one of Moscow’s financial elite. 

OUR TEAM:

Blake Mawson  - WRITER/DIRECTOR/PRODUCER 

Raised in British Columbia, Canada, Blake has been working in film & television for over 15 years. He began studying acting and film at the age of 16 and has appeared in film and television projects like Freddy VS JasonX-Men 2Blade: The SeriesPoison Ivy, and The Strain. After living in Germany for 4 years and working within the music and art world, Blake returned to Canada and to once again work within the horror realm, where he continues to write and develop a number of his own screenplays today.

Alex Ozerov - LEAD ACTOR - 'Pyotr'  

Alex Ozerov originated from Russia and came to Canada in 2004. During his school years he began taking drama, and in 2006 started studying acting for film and TV. Ozerov's passion for the craft allowed him to land numerous roles at a young age. His TV appearances include shows like; Rookie BlueCrackedTransporter: The Series, and Orphan Black. Ozerov made his film debut in Jason Buxton's award-winning indie film, Blackbird, playing the lead antagonist, Trevor, opposite Falling Skies’ Connor Jessup and appeared in Sarah St. Onge‘s Molly Maxwell. This year Alex has four films coming out; What We HaveGuidanceA Christmas Horror Story, and The Dark Stranger. He’s also recently starred in the feature films NatashaThe History Of Love, and the upcoming Coconut Hero

Catherine Lutes - CINEMATOGRAPHER 

Catherine Lutes is a Leo Award winning cinematographer with ten years of experience in film and television. Her work has screened at international festivals including Sundance and TIFF. Recent works include the feature films Molly Maxwell (MoMa Canadian Front 2013, Palm Springs International Film Festival 2013), Algonquin (Montreal World Film Festival 2013) and Mountain Men (Borsos Competition Whistler 2014). Lutes recently completed work on the Sundance Documentary Fund supported feature documentary Winter Buoy with Cannes award winning director Frida Kempff, director Stephen Dunn's Sundance-selected Pop-up Porno short film series, and feature film drama The People Garden with director Nadia Litz. 

Konrad Black - COMPOSER

Part of the first wave of North American producers to infiltrate Berlin's modern techno movement, Konrad Black's shadowy production style and charismatic live persona has since had dance-floors basking in the long shadows cast by his presence on the scene. His signature sound is a masterwork of harmonious contradictions, pairing apocalyptic basslines and moody synth progressions with a cinematic temperament that finds its most compelling moments within the spaces between the notes. Konrad has been being tapped to play the scene's most coveted venues, including Fabric in London, Rex Club in Paris, Space in Ibiza, and as one of the regulars at the legendary Panorama Bar. Konrad is set to release his ongoing collaboration with Buttrich will have matured into a full length release in 2016.

https://soundcloud.com/konrad_black

Matthew DeWilde - PRACTICAL SPECIAL EFFECTS  

Matthew began working in film production in the early 1980s. After attending the movie premiere of John Carpenter’s, The Thing, Matthew reached a turning point in his career in Special Effects Makeup and Animatronics. He began working on various horror films, television series and also freelanced for toy and leisure companies. In 1987, he started his first company, Creations Unlimited, and has created works for iconic film and TV like Jacob's Ladder, The Twilight Zone, Goosebumps, Stir Of Echoes and Saw II. A second company, named Form and Dynamics was later formed with colleagues, Allan Cooke and David Scott. It produced work for numerous television series including, FX: The Series, Psi Factor, The Silken Laumann Story, Earth: Final Conflict, The Listener, and more. Today Matthew divides his time between feature film and television and prosthetics instructor. Matthew continues to stay busy today working on productions like Between, Beauty & The Beast and Orphan Black.

Sasha Fisher - PRODUCER 

Sasha Fisher is a Toronto-based independent producer. Sasha's passion is producing entertainment that makes an impact on her audience, and she seeks out projects with characters who aren't represented in the mainstream. Currently, she's producing a feature-length documentary in Haiti called A Wild Ride Thru Haiti as well as a feature-length documentary about the life of trans activist Susan Gapka, titled The Susan Gapka Documentary. Sasha is also currently acting as the Production Manager of Alopecia, an Arts Council funded short film. Her recent work includes Make It Pop,  Close Encounters Season 2,  Pay The Ghost,  Not Your Girland Flamenco.


CONTACT:

If you wish to contact the production, or for media inquires, please feel free to get in touch at:

driveinkeepoutproductions@gmail.com


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Thank You!

$5 USD
Our sincerest thanks for supporting this film and for helping to make a difference by allowing us to tell this story and talk about an important issue through genre film!
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Shout-out via Twitter

$10 USD
We will publicly share our gratitude for your support with a shout-out from us via PYOTR495's official Twitter! (Please make sure to leave us your Twitter handle in the comments if you support using this perk!)
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Exclusive Soundtrack Download

$20 USD
You'll receive an exclusive music download of the music composed for PYOTR495 by Berlin techno producer Konrad Black! https://soundcloud.com/konrad_black
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Ticket to Cast/Crew Screening

$35 USD
LIMITED: A ticket to the private screening + wrap party for the film with the cast and crew, plus a digital download of the film once it's finished!
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PYOTR495 tee + DVD or download

$50 USD
Wear your support for the film with a custom PYOTR495 logo t-shirt! You'll also receive a digital download of the film and our sincerest thanks for helping push this film forward!
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Special Thanks Credit

$100 USD
Your support will live forever in the form of a “Special Thanks” credit on the film roll and on IMDB. You’ll also receive a signed copy of the script and a DVD or digital download of the film.
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Appear in the film via the app

$100 USD
This perk allows you to appear as some dude looking for a good time on the gay dating app that Pyotr cruises for guys for within our film. Let audiences around the globe know what you're into. Come out to your family in our film. Do it! This perks also includes: Digital download of film & score, special thanks, & a shout-out on Twitter.
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The Bubblegum Pink PVC Purse

$200 USD
This prop/costume piece plays a key role in the film. It also contains a surprise, along with a personalized note from actress Juliana Semenova who plays Dominika. Own this perk, and you'll also get a personal invite to the premiere! This perks also includes: Digital download of film & score, special thanks, & a shout-out on Twitter.
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Ultranationalist Beer Prop

$200 USD
Everybody knows that one of the deadliest sins in life is wasting booze. Don't let this Ultranationalist scum beer go to waste! This perks also includes: Digital download of film & score, special thanks, & a shout-out on Twitter. (Note: This prop is non-alcoholic)
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Dominika's Galaxy Disco Heels

$200 USD
Own a one-of-a-kind staple costume piece from the film, signed by actress Juliana Semenova! This perks also includes: Digital download of film & score, special thanks, & a shout-out on Twitter.
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Party Flyer (signed by cast)

$200 USD
Josephine, Ivan, and Pyotr like to to have a good time. Own the gay warehouse party flyer from the film signed by cast Alanna Bale, Grisha Pasternak, and Alex Ozerov themselves! This perks also includes: Digital download of film & score, special thanks, & a shout-out on Twitter.
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Pyotr's Kicks (signed by Alex)

$300 USD
Own this one-of-a-kind, key costume piece from, Pyotr, the main character of the film! If these shoes could talk... well, they'd probably scream. Signed by Alex Ozerov. Own this perk, and you'll also get a personal invite to the premiere!
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Signed Costume VIP bundle

$500 USD
You will receive Dominika's autographed costume from Juliana Semenova as Dominika, receive an exclusive music download from the film produced by Berlin Techno producer Konrad Black (Wagon Repair, Meander) - who's composing music for the film, plus we will give you special thanks in the end credits and a shout out on Twitter, and a personal invite to the premiere.
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Associate Producer Credit

$1,000 USD
Welcome to IMDB! As a major supporter of the film, you will receive an Associate Producer credit on the film roll and on our IMDB page, plus and invite to the cast and crew screening, DVD, poster, graphic tee, plus an invite to a private dinner with key cast and crew.
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Exec. Producer Credit/Sponsor

$1,200 USD
Your chance to join the Pyotr495 team as a major investor and receive and Executive Producer credit on IMDB and in the credit roll of the film. Your logo can also appear in the end credits as a film sponsor. You’ll also receive all the perks mentioned with the Associate Producer sponsorship as well as a key prop from the film. Please message us first if you're considering this.
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Vintage Soviet Devil Ashtray

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