What is TRIAL 54?
This is a sci-fi short film that leans into the coming technology of augmented reality, alongside the nature of the mind and how it seeks to answer the impossible. Here in Pittsburgh, three talented filmmaking companies are coming together to create a high end narrative, that will one day become a feature film.
Davis Rohrer, the writer and director, has had this story at the ready for five years, but it was never possible until now.
With your help, this film can reach the heights it was meant to reach.
What Does Your Donation Do?
- This film will have a lot of crew and help, which means their quality of life and safety are paramount. Your money will directly impact the food, logistics, security team, lodgings, sanitation, and other needs the crew will need over the three day shooting period.
- Marketing and film festivals. Your donation will give this film a firm foundation, so that it can be submitted to festivals and markets across the industry. This will be so much more than a film that goes straight to online sources.
- Film gear is extremely costly, especially tools meant for large crews. Your funds will also be helping with rentals of said equipment such as lenses, lighting, camera, and much more.
- Post production: movies are far from complete after the camera cuts. Visual effects and intensive editing assets will help elevate this film to the "Hollywood" level that is expected of a modern science fiction film.
What Will You Get For Donating?
Early access to working cuts of the film.
Exclusive pre-production videos.
A behind the scenes feature (only for backers).
Ticket to the private screening tour.
Producer credits.
and more!
The Impact
- This film will have a direct effect on THE 6 SHOP'S non-profit side, where we train, source, and employ service members and veterans who seek a life in the film industry. Your donation allows us to bring more of these individuals on set. This is our way of giving back to the armed forces community. We currently have four service members on set, two of which are being brought on through our non-profit efforts.
- This film will also be a landmark short film, that showcases the talent of THE 6 SHOPS home turfs: the great city of Pittsburgh, and the filmmaking talent of West Virginia.
Risks & Challenges
- No film is easy, but this film is being helmed by three filmmaking teams, who collectively have over 50 years of filmmaking experience. This is far from our first short film, and it is our 16th to be exact. This is simply the largest attempt.
- A professional crew, a well defined schedule, and a dedicated team of assistants and advisors will look after this film, ensuring its completion, and the delivery of your rewards.
No matter the donation, we thank you for believing in this long, but fruitful journey!