Summary
I'm John Marrs, a Tucson, Arizona based actor and film maker. Having previous careers in the military and law enforcement, I got into the film industry later in life.
All my life I've loved westerns, it saddens me that the genre is no longer popular. I am determined to keep the genre alive for future generations. That's why I'm passionate about making good western films that appeal to audiences young and old.
The Bank Robbery is a short film, (Approx. 15 minutes) about an incompetent gang of outlaws who try to rob a bank. So why a short film?
In this modern age of cell phones and short attention span, it is my hope that the short-film format will get younger viewers to watch it. And, in doing so, start to develop a love of the western genre.
Filming westerns is not cheap. Locations, costumes, horses, props all cost money. Your contribution will make this film possible. Without funding, it will just remain a dream unfulfilled.
What We Need & Where it Goes
I want to raise $1,500 for this film project.
The funds we raise will go directly to the costs of making the film. Location rental, horse rental, costumes, props, feeding the cast & crew, editing, musical score, etc.
If there is any money left over after covering production costs, it will be used to help defray costs of film festival submissions.
If we do not reach our minimum goal, we will assess whether to go forward with the project or return the money raised to contributors.
What You Get
In order to help our contributor's feel connected with the project, we are offering a few perks. When you donate amounts listed below, you'll get the perks!
$10.00 you get a special thanks in the film credits, on IMDB and on the films facebook page.
$25.00 you get to see the movie before it's released. I'll send you a link to the completed film for your private viewing.
$75.00 you get a DVD of the completed film, private digital link to film, and special thanks in the film credits, on IMDB and on the films facebook page.
$100.00 you get a 12" x 18" signed mini-poster, DVD of the film, private digital link to film before release, and special thanks in the film credits, on IMDB and on the films facebook page.
$250.00 you get Associate Producer Credit, Mini-Poster, DVD, private digital link to film before release, Special Thanks on IMDB and facebook page.
$500.00 or more and get Executive Producer Credit, Mini poster, DVD, private digital link to film before it's released, and Special thanks in the film credits, on IMDB and on the films facebook page.
Prior Films
My last film production was also a short western comedy film called "The Incident". It is currently streaming on Greatamericanwesterns.com.
The film was also well received at film festivals winning the following praise:
Winner, Directors Choice Award at The Wild Bunch Film Festival in Wilcox, AZ
Finalist and Honorable Mention at the Wild West Film Festival in Vacaville, CA
Award of Merit at the Best Shorts Competition in Los Angeles, CA.
