The Story
In an alternate reality, where violent spirits haunt and terrorize nearly every household. The only way to "clean" your home is by sending in a Summoner. They will summon the ghost to it's physical presence, then forcefully drag it from the haunting ground, where it will be banished forever. This is called an "eviction".
The Summoner (Adam McNab) is a hard drinking loner, who recently lost his wife to tragic circumstance. He's lost everything he loves in this cruel world and now only lives for one thing: his dangerous and violent job.
For this Summoner, this will be a day he won't soon forget.
Director's Vision
"An Eighties throwback with elements of action and horror, featuring an original soundtrack by some of the best in the Synthwave scene. Paying tribute to the best films of the Eighties while bringing something truly new and exciting to the table. We have an outstanding team on board that are committed to bringing this unique world to life. Fusing brutal action and unnerving horror, this is going to be one hell of a ride." - James Secker
Visual Influences
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The Wraith, Blade Runner, Hardware and Suspiria are just a few of the inspirations for the look of our film. Smoke will fill the sets and distinct stunning colours will light up the scenes. These films have the qualities we admire and which we want to show our love for!
What We Need & What You Get
What we will be using the money for:
- Practical Effects
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Equipment Hire
- Props
- Costumes
- Make-up
- Locations
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Special Effects
- Catering
We have some fantastic limited edition Summoner gear from 'Like Totally' for the backers, we also have executive producer credits, signed posters, digital copies of the soundtrack, a one of a kind VHS cassette of the film, tickets to the first screening of the movie and more!
The Impact
Your money will go towards making the best film we can. Everything costs money in the world of film and you would be providing us with everything we need to start production.
The more money, the better the final product will be.
After filming, we aim to get The Summoner onto the festival circuit and the official soundtrack will be released on Bandcamp in October.
The team needs YOU!
The Crew
JAMES SECKER - WRITER/DIRECTOR
James Secker is a writer and director from York, England. Film and Retrowave are his passions. He studied Media at Sheffield Hallam University. James has gone on to work on various projects around England, first being assistant director on Mark Trifunovic's "Balls!" and finally being an assistant director on Jon Rosling's feature film "Five Pillars". He wrote "The Summoner" over the course of last year.
ROB YEOMANS - PRODUCER
Born in York, England in
1988, Rob developed a keen interest in film at a young age and Directed his
first short film at the age of seventeen. Rob has produced one feature film,
three short films and Directed a further short. In addition to this, Rob has
established himself as a freelancer in the film industry. Working on films such
as the Academy Award and BAFTA winning The Iron Lady starring Meryl Streep and
the upcoming Sam Worthington starring Hunter’s Prayer directed by Jonathan
Mostow. In addition Rob has worked in both the Production and Assistant
Director's departments on feature films for the BFI, Universal Pictures UK and
Film4 as well as working in television for ITV and BBC.
MATTHEW HARRISON - ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Matt is a writer/director/producer from Portsmouth, on the South-Coast of England. Although it is still early days in his career, Matt's films have screened at festivals all over the world, including at the British European Talent Screening as part of the prestigious Berlinale 66th International Film Festival, as well as picking up awards throughout the UK & US. Matt has had the pleasure of working alongside top talent in his latest short film Son of Perdition including Alex Macqueen (Youth/The Inbetweeners/Thick of It) and Jayne Wisener (Sweeney Todd/Jane Eyre) and is incredibly excited to be part of The Summoner team and helping bring such an exciting and interesting vision to life.
ADAM SKOG (IRVING FORCE) - EDITOR/VFX
Adam Skog is a musician and videographer from Sweden with roots in the metal world. He makes synth music under the name Irving Force and is a vocalist for the bands Vanhävd and Vapenlicens. He has also created music videos, most recently "The Violence Suppressor" for Irving Force.
The Soundtrack Artists
WAVESHAPER
Waveshaper is an electronic musician from Stockholm, Sweden with a modern retro sound influenced by the sci-fi era from the 80′s. Waveshaper brings out a timeless sound quality to the future by using state of the art vintage analog synthesizers combined with modern technology.
NIGHTSTOP
NightStop hails from Jyväskylä, Finland to bring you fresh new retro 80's electric sounds.
Music is strongly influenced by 80's cyberpunk movies, videogames and beautiful girls with big hair.
NightStop is specifically intended for your hifi stereo cassette player as you drive your Ferrari F40 into Miami nights.
MAXTHOR
With his electric guitar licks, pulsating drum patterns and vibrant synths, Maxthor is a purely electronic version of disco, where a spacy futuristic atmosphere and retro-nostalgia aesthetics are part of the appeal. Captivating rises, irresistible beats, dynamic vocal stylings – each song is a jewel straight from the 80’s and Maxthor is here to bring back those funky Italo sounds.
VINCENZO SALVIA
Composer and producer from Potenza, Italy. Widely considered one of the best in the business. From pumping workout tracks to chilled out synth, no one creates sounds like Vincenzo. A true master of his craft.
The Cast
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ADAM MCNAB
Adam McNab is an actor, appearing in "Something Happens Here", "The Cocksure Lads Movie" and "Way Of The Monkey's Claw". He is best known for being a singer/songwriter and producer in the superb Synthwave trio 'Le Cassette'. Lover of anything 80's. A terrific actor and musician, Adam is a talent to keep your eye on.
MHAIRI CALVEY
Mhairi Isla Calvey was born in Glasgow in 1988. At the age of 5, Mhairi made her movie debut playing the role of 'Young Murron' in Mel Gibson's film 'Braveheart', which went on to win five Oscars. She is trained in filipino kali, escrima sticks, samurai sword fighting and krav maga. Through her impressive body of work she has appeared in "Any Minute Now" which she was nominated for a best actress award in 2013. Mhairi went on to play the dangerous seductress in the crime thriller TV Movie 'Gemini' for which she won best actress at L.A short film festival. After some fantastic project choices and roles, she has established herself as one of the up and coming faces of British film. You will see her this year in "Abduct" with "X-files" star William B Davis.
In Partnership With 'Like Totally'
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'Like Totally' are a clothing company based in Liverpool, England. The company is run by Lee Blanshard (Kalax). The idea came around in June 2014 and the company was born in November 2014. It was inspired by the 80's and the Synthwave scene. Various artists have collaborated with 'Like Totally' for brilliant designs on merchendise, some of these artists include 'Power Glove' and 'Le Cassette'.
'Like Totally' will be creating limited edition merchandise for the film and also for the backers. We are honoured to be working with such a superb company.
Official Teaser Posters
Designed by Ere 'Nightstop' Ek.
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