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Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

In the post-apocalyptic world, Abi is a martial arts prodigy fighting against a despotic regime.

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Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

Swords of Insurgency - Apocalyptic Action Film

In the post-apocalyptic world, Abi is a martial arts prodigy fighting against a despotic regime.

In the post-apocalyptic world, Abi is a martial arts prodigy fighting against a despotic regime.

In the post-apocalyptic world, Abi is a martial arts prodigy fighting against a despotic regime.

In the post-apocalyptic world, Abi is a martial arts prodigy fighting against a despotic regime.

Michael Neal
Michael Neal
Michael Neal
Michael Neal
2 Campaigns |
Bristow, United States
$801 USD 18 backers
8% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Highlights
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We've already filmed and released the well received Swords of Insurgency pilot episode and we have nearly finished episodes 2 and 3! We are seeking funds to to complete this project as a 60+ minute feature film.

The more we raise the more we can do like adding new characters and story lines, better special effects, and killer post production to make this more amazing.

We had a very successful Kickstarter previously which allowed us to really up the game with amazing locations and a killer story.

The goal now is to combine all of these episodes into an amazing 60+ Minute feature film.

The project is now being produced by a non-profit The Washington Film Company so pledges are tax-deductible. By supporting this, you can also feel good that you are helping local actors and crew participate to get education and experience, under the guidance of our more veteran team members.




Production still from Episode 2

Decades have passed since the great apocalypse destroyed civilization. The world has now become a reincarnation of the dark ages, warlords rule and fight for domination. Firearms are now scarce and held only by a few who use it to maintain power; hand to hand warfare has returned as the dominant form of control or liberation against tyranny.

Our story begins with Abigail a proud warrior with dark past, now imprisoned in a brutal political prison, run by the Emperor Taneg and his son Droll, a demented psychopath with a disturbing infatuation for Abi.

On the outside a rebellion grows against the monstrous Taneg and his prison, Abigail must find a way to escape and join the rebels and their mysterious leader. But to what extent will she go? And what awaits her on the outside, is she stepping out of the frying pan and into the fire?

A vicious world has been formed and Abi will find out first hand what it takes to survive and what it means to be human, in world full of monsters.

Reviews

- Lee Golden - Film Combat Syndicate

 - Eddie Pasa, DC Filmdom

 - Luke Abbott, Oracle of Film

 - John Fuller, TechZWN

 - Steve Wollet - Nerd Rage News


Production still from Episode 3

We have some great talent backing this project including Director Michael Neal of Mythology Studios, Director of Photography Omar Juarez of Bad Splice and Action Advisor Jeff Wilhelm. The project is being produced by The Washington Film Company, which is a Washington DC area charity dedicated to promoting film and reaching out to the art community.

Our cast includes many talented professional stage and film actors, stage combat experts and martial artists to bring the action alive on screen in addition to telling the story.  It also has many new comers to film which the project is used to help educate them and give them vital beginner experience. This is part of the Washington Film Company mission, veterans working with newcomers to help promote film production and education.

Production still from Episode 3

The funds will go toward props, costumes, locations, food, safety gear, post-production and for our cast and crew to create an awesome feature film out the footage we have already shot, and new material to add to the story and settings.

We have so many great locations in Virginia with the perfect post-apocalyptic look; abandoned sanitariums, jails, warehouses, industrial parks, chemical plants, etc. but most require a location fee that we have not been able to always provide with a small budget.We had to take care that our props and costuming did not get too expensive which was restricting.

There are many things we can do to improve the quality; more attention to script writing, character development, better costumes, rehearsals, better audio, more shot variety, better post-production, etc.Your support will make it possible for us to increase the production value even more and help us deliver a killer 60 minute or more feature.


Production still from Episode 2

We really hope to surpass our goal! The amount that we are asking for is small but if we raise more we will be able to make it a longer feature, add more scenes, subplots and characters, locations  and just make this much more amazing all around.

http://www.swordsofinsurgency.com
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https://www.facebook.com/swordsofinsurgency

Risks and challenges


Production still from episode 2

Since we have full time jobs, our production schedule can be tricky. Sometimes we get lucky and have decent simultaneous availability. Other times, schedule conflicts lead to delays. But we are very dedicated and passionate. We would just ask for patience and understanding when it comes to schedule as this is a project we have to work on during the weeknights and weekends.


Swords of Insurgency is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a nonprofit arts service organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of Swords of Insurgency must be made payable to Fractured Atlas and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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Coffee Donor

$5 USD
For the price of a cup of coffee you can help us out, get a free hi-res digital print of your favorite character
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Friend

$15 USD
Receive a high res digital download wallpaper, poster and digital portraits of the characters. Plus get a secret of the story background revealed to you.
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July 2016
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Donor

$25 USD
You will get a printed 12 x 18 poster (signed), individual 4x6 prints of the main cast, and high-res digital downloads of the episodes, final feature and exclusive behind the scene footage and bloopers. The prints will also include the newly designed poster and new characters from episodes 2 and 3. You will receive all of the previous awards.
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October 2016
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IMDB Credit

$26 USD
Get special thanks credit on IMDB and in the credits and also get a Swords of Insurgency T-shirt
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October 2016
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Sponsor

$50 USD
DVD of the episodes and the feature, plus exclusive sneak peeks, bloopers and behind-the-scenes footage. Mailed shortly after we launch the season finale episode, you will receive all of the previous awards.
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October 2016
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Patron

$100 USD
Be part of the editing team! You will get a behind the scenes look into our editing room before episodes are released See test renders of individuals sections as they are being worked on, even make some of your own suggestions. You will also get to be one of the first to see the final versions before they are released, and you will receive all of the previous awards.
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Asociate Producer in credits

$150 USD
Get listed Associate Producer credit in film and on IMDB plus receive the previous rewards $50 and below
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Benefactor

$500 USD
Participate as an Assistant Director for the day and also get listing in credits on IMDB. Use the clapboard, call the roll, and help on set and get photographs of you along the way to document your experience. Receive hi-res digital downloads of the photos taken of you. Alternatively we could create a special character named after you instead of appearing on set if you are located away from the DC Area. plus receive the previous rewards $50 and below Travel expenses not included!
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Executive Producer

$1,000 USD
Receive associate producer credit in the film and on IMDB. Become part of the production team! Get an Ececutive Producer credit in Swords of Insurgency and VIP pass to all of our film shoots where you can observe and even participate as an an extra. Plus receive the previous rewards $50 and below. Travel expenses not included.
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October 2016
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