(Poster Concept Created By: Taylor A. Gradowski, 2014)

UPDATE - WEEK TWO- 11/28:
Like a young kid trudging through the ever drifting snow, we press onward. Thank you again to those of you who have contributed and passed the word along. We gratefully appreciate it and will never forget it! Though this campaign exists as if it is the last element to make this film happen, I assure you, it is not. We are still continuing forward, snow or high water. :) We've been graciously blessed, thus far with kind words, encouragement and support. Furthermore, we're gaining support from talented individuals with dedication to help us make this come alive.  We're excited to see what happens next!

Thank you again for your time and support!

-Taylor A. Gradowski

UPDATE - WEEK ONE - 11/21:

SPECIAL THANK YOU to those of you who contributed thus far. Your Contributions are greatly appreciated and we'll be forever thankful for your kindness!

We're spreading the word from coast to coast through various sources of online media and word of mouth. Please join us in our effort to raise the money necessary to bringing a creative group of individuals together to make a great film for all ages to enjoy! Questions, comments or suggestions, please email us at: info@goodharborblue.com

THANK YOU!

- Taylor A. Gradowski

Since 1998, The Snowman's Land was initially thought of as an idea by Taylor and his brother, for a video game under a different title.  Throughout the years, variations of the idea were drafted through short stories.  In 2008, a demonstration video game trailer was produced as a game development portfolio project.  Shortly after, it was archived...until now.

(Original Video Game Concept Art, 2008)

The idea of bringing "The Snowman's Land" to the big screen was always more of a big dream compared to it being a video game. Although the game idea will never be completely ruled out, Good Harbor Blue LLC Founder, Taylor A. Gradowski, believes now is the time to introduce this remarkable story.  

With an extensive background in computer graphics, animation, digital film production, music, and sound, Taylor is ready to share one of his most beloved stories with the world. Through careful planning, use of today's technology mixed with classic filming techniques, and a diverse team of developers, Taylor believes this exciting tale can come to life. 

BRIEF:
A young boy wakes up in the middle of a Snowpocalypse, a world taken over  by snowmen and other mythical arctic creatures.  In this new world of danger and mystery, the boy searches for the cause of destruction, while finding his own inner strength to survive.

STORY IN DEPTH:
During the blizzard of 2010, a phenomenal, catastrophic event occurred in the tourist town of Good Harbor. Old Man Winter, fed up with the human preference of warm weather, buried this beautiful place in snow and created a race of snowmen to take over the world. With the assistance of a traitorous businessman turned into a phantom and a sinister snowman, Old Man Winter builds his army for a successful takeover.

Awakened one late night by a thunder blizzard, a timid, young boy (A.k.a "Kid Blizzard") finds himself cold and alone. His parents are missing, his newly built snowman is gone and his world is lost in a white out. Blizzard is soon forced to survive this snowy apocalypse and discovers that he may be the only hope to rid this cataclysmic event. With a mission to find inner strength, courage and those he loves, Blizzard pushes on to unravel Old Man Winter's frigid schemes.

AUDIENCE:
This is an action/adventure film for all ages. It will contain intense action sequences and imagery. Parental Guidance Suggested.

A film of this magnitude can be complete with your generous contribution. We plan to utilize tools such as Blender 3D, variety of Adobe editing software and the Unreal 3.0/4.0 engine to assist with our character and virtual environments. To ensure proper safety and legality in producing / releasing the film, a majority of the funds will be used to cover legal aspects. Most of the film equipment and software is currently available with minor upgrades for our editing stations to be needed (Ex. Processor update and storage). Cast and crew will be provided meals on long film days, and will also be compensated fairly for their time and efforts.

• Funding - Primarily, funds would be for initial cast/crew, legal, insurance, licensing, and minor equipment upgrades. Our strict budget after taxes would allow us to produce the film in True High Definition and distribute independently on the web and DVD/Blu-Ray. As a wish list item, we'd love to celebrate a weekend or two at the movies in select locations by showing our film on the big screen in local theaters. (Wide theater release depends on funding and distribution deals)
  
• Perks - This project and dream would not be a success without your help. Your generous contribution would be greatly appreciated and to show our thanks, we'd be honored to put your name on our website under the 'Contributor's' section and supply you with a link for a digital copy of the film shortly after it's initial opening / release. This is truly a big group effort and we encourage you to spread the word and to contact us as well.  - Should this film become a huge success, we will always be sure to remember those who generously contributed to this production.
  
• Short of Goal - We greatly anticipate reaching our goal and providing you a fun film for all ages. We further understand that there is a possibility that we may not reach out goal either. With that in mind, we would continue our journey to raise the funds needed to make this dream come true.
  

This is a film essentially for all ages. The message ultimately covers growing up in a big and scary world, along with a other important themes as well. We believe that a good film is one you will remember and provides messages you can believe in.

• Inspirational - This film is valuable in regards that it portrays some of the challenges young kids face in today's world-- whether it's being alone, dealing with conflict, bullies or even having to face fear. This film is destined to inspire and promote the desire for youth to courageously take on challenges that are presented to them.
  
• Professional - Our professional experience ranges from video promos, commercials, short film, and even micro documentaries. Furthermore, we have dedicated much time, effort, and resources to helping individuals and small businesses share their message with others at little to no cost. We look forward to continue providing high quality, low budget services to others who need it most.
  
•  Experience - In 2012, we set out with little to no budget to film a web comedy. The episodes were about 15 minutes in length, the production days were 12-13 hours. The crew was inexperienced, yet fun, determined and the laughs were many. Though it was more of an experiment at the time, it turned into something amazing for a lot of people. We were criticized, praised, and sometimes thanked for showing the courage to put ourselves out there. Ultimately, it was exciting to bring people together to have fun and share a funny story with the world.
• Importance - Why is this film most important? The imagination, fun,  knack for adventure, and excitement for a great challenge is really what drives Taylor A. Gradowski  to want to bring this film to life. He has overcome many production challenges while assisting individuals and small businesses with  media needs throughout the years, especially with audio / video projects. He knows that now is the time to share one of his most beloved stories with the world. His ultimate goal is to take this opportunity to share a story which provides positive messages in which everyone can take with them. - Find out more about Taylor here.
  

To embark on this great journey in filming The Snowman's Land, it will take overcoming a few production challenges indeed. Let us introduce you to some of the ideas which we believe will help make this film a success.

• Taylor A. Gradowski and his colleagues have a variety of skills necessary to completing such a film using media design, 3D art/animation, world building using the Unreal Engine, camera/light/sound techniques, and an understanding of production workflow. Furthermore, Taylor has reached out to a unique independent composer willing to provide his effort in writing a worthwhile score.
  
• We plan to use real, fake snow in most snowy scenes and blend the scenes using the Unreal engine and Adobe After Effects. For safety of crew and equipment, we will minimize real location filming, however, use real footage from a snowy, northern Michigan landscapes.
• We anticipate to have 2 - 3 actors play the boy in the story to comply fully with labor laws on full day shoots. One of these characters may be played by an adult who's height and size is similar to boy for subtle action sequences.
• No actual dangerous stunts will be performed or attempted. Action sequences will be primarily computer generated and carefully planned ahead of filming. No cast or crew member will be put in harm's way or in a harsh environment.
• Due to budget limitations, we plan to film in True Digital High Definition, using a combination of High Definition Video and Digital SLR. Should the contributions exceed our goal significantly, 4k resolution imagery may be sought.
  

Contact us! Spread the word! Assist with production / post production! - Your contribution, whether monetary, or through your talents or word can greatly assist us in achieving our goal and ultimately our dream. Here are some detailed ways you can assist us greatly.

• Writer? Storyboard Artist? Concept Artist? Editor? - We value talent and welcome the talented to assist us in any way you can. We'd be glad to work with you remotely or in the filming locations here in Michigan. If interested, please send us an introduction of yourself and a link of what you've worked on. We'd love to see what you have to offer!
  
• Spread the word! Share on Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, etc. Tell friends, family and others why you believe this would be a great film and encourage them to contribute as well. We greatly appreciate your support in any way.
  
• Donate - Even a minimal donation will get us one step further in producing this film. Encourage others to do the same. Your feedback is valued and considered in the production of this film. Please drop us a line as well and say "Hello!"
  

  (3D Model of Snowman for Video Game, 2008. Created By:
  Taylor A. Gradowski) - The snowmen in this film will be a stylized photo-realistic with more of a gritty, gruesome and battle-worn appearance.