What We're Making
SEAL THE DEAL sits somewhere between Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and a Nirvana music video. Combining the awesome powers of grunge rock and improvisational comedy, our story is all about Artemis, lead singer of the Lava Lamps-- a garage band that's just fine. After signing a particularly risky contract, Artemis has to outrun and outwit a demon-- all in the name of achieving fame.
What We Need (& Where Your Money Goes)
Our fundraising goal is $800. Below is a graph displaying how the funds will be allocated during production.
What to Expect
SEAL THE DEAL is currently in the throes of pre-production. Principle photography is set for October 16-19 with the goal of completing the film by January 2021.
Who We Are
Micah Deerman - Director
Micah Deerman is a musician and filmmaker from Huntsville, Alabama. He has worked in many facets of media production including news broadcasting, concert videography, and traditional film production. Micah has contributed to several award-winning films such as HOUSE DOWN (2019) which premiered at Sidewalk Film Festival. Micah is currently pursuing a Creative Media degree with minors in General Business and Communications Studies.
Annabeth Olivia Mellon - Producer
Annabeth Olivia Mellon is a filmmaker, poet, and cartoonist currently in her last semester at the University of Alabama. She humbly boasts eight years' worth of experience in media production across a variety of fields-- including broadcast news, independent film, podcasts, and music videos. Her recent production OF MONSTERS & MEN was selected for the 2020 Cobb International Film Festival. She is a 2016 graduate of the Alabama School of Fine Arts, and she calls Talladega County, AL home.
Blake Snawder - Director of Photography
Blake Snawder is a twenty-two-year-old Emmy-winning filmmaker, and founder of his production company, “Snawder Films.” Born and raised in Texas, Blake’s ambition to pursue a job in the world of visual storytelling started at an early age through his Emmy-winning work in student broadcasting. Blake has since worked on award-winning films such as HOUSE DOWN (2019), and his Holle nominated film REVOLVE (2019) which premiered at the Black Warrior Film Festival. Currently, Blake is pursuing a film degree at the University of Alabama with a minor in creative writing.
How You Can Help
Financial donations in capacity are more than appreciated, but we do understand they are not feasible for everyone. If you're looking for other ways to help SEAL THE DEAL reach her full potential, please follow us on social media, share the link to our fundraiser, and spread the word!
COVID-19 Safety Procedures
- No more than 10 people (including cast and crew) will be on set at any one time.
- All crew will be required to wear masks at all times. Cast will be required to wear masks when not shooting.
- There will be no craft services or shared meals. (Don't worry, though, there will still be lunch breaks!)
- All cast and crew members will be required to show University-approved symptom checker before entering the set.
- All cast and crew members will remain at least 6ft apart at all times.
- There will be a designated crew member onsite to enforce all safety procedures.
- Alcohol-based hand sanitizer will be available to all cast and crew on set at all times.
- All equipment will be sanitized between uses.