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An all out BLOODY film where a MOTHERS LOVE takes precedence over EVERYTHING and EVERYONE.
We Know Films are a huge investment in both time and money. We will guarantee you the amount raised from this campaign goes right back into the production and also the people who are making this film possible.
THE PERKS
$20 Donation
We will ensure that you will receive a signed thank you letter from the team and IMDb Credit
$50 Donation
You will receive a signed Poster of the film along with a thank you letter from the team.
$100 Donation
You Darkness is gradually awaits you, We will send you a signed Poster and Letter, with a digital copy of the directors cut of the film.
$200 Donation
With this perk we will send you a poster / DVD and Crew T Shirt of the film
$300 Donation
With this you will get everything in the lower perks plus producer credit in the film and an invite to Premier Night.
$500 Donation
With this perk you will receive Executive Producer Credit and get to be on set and in the film
$1000 Donation
Have a killer time on set as this will be your opportunity to be killed by the lead character as she performs her ritual to bring back her family. You will also gain all previous perks
$2000 Donation
We will be creating a one of a kind mask that PRUDENCE will wear during her ritual killings in the film. We will raffle off the actual mask worn by the star in the film. This will be your chance to get the opportunity to potentially own an iconic piece of the film, The signed mask will presented by the star herself to the winner premiere night.
60k - This is to ensure that we can lock in:
- Potential lead cast,
- Crew and locations.
- Additional marketing to help secure the remaining funds needed for the film.
- Transportation & Travel
- Cameras and lenses
- Lighting & Grip Equipment
- Production Design
- Props
- Picture vehicles
- Editor
- Colorist
- Sound Design & Mix / Music
- Film Festival Submissions
Marketing for theatrical release set for Halloween Night 2025
While we love collaborating with our friends and other creatives who create just for the passion of filmmaking, we understand that each person who works in this industry deserves payment for their skills and time. If we all could be paid for doing what we love to do instead of just what we need to do, wouldn’t there be more happy people?
We are an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified job applicants and employees based on merit, and to prohibit illegal discrimination in every aspect of personnel policies and employment practices, including recruitment, examining, hiring, promotion, training, work assignments, work environment, and other benefits and privileges of employment. Agencies and departments shall ensure that this policy is fully implemented and that no harassing or retaliatory actions are taken against applicants or employees for exercising their civil rights under this policy.
THE IMPACT
With many cities and states experiencing financial setbacks, we understand the pain. Our project will bring much-needed revenue to the locations where we are planning to film. This will boost the local film community and contribute to the local economy.
As filmmakers, many of us have often taken on unpaid projects to pursue our passions and gain the exposure necessary to progress towards paid opportunities. Almost all of us grew up with film and art coursing through our veins, and our sole aim is to create something meaningful for you, our audience.
The process of making films involves numerous moving pieces – from shaping the story to bringing it to the screen, from the camera operators to the set decorators. It even extends to designing a mask that might become a new Halloween night favorite.
Each artist on this team has faced their own trials and tribulations, experienced failures and successes. By contributing to this project, you will be sowing a seed for their future success. "In Darkness" will become a collaborative effort spanning from us, the filmmakers, to you. Every cent and every ounce of effort poured into this project's success will extend far beyond the cinematic screen and into our homes and communities!
RISK & CHALLENGES
I believe one of the most significant challenges for any filmmaker is the fear of not being able to reach the goal in a given amount of time. This understanding comes from my experience working as an AD on set. As previously mentioned, numerous intricate elements must harmonize seamlessly to craft an exceptional thriller-horror film. While we acknowledge that we might not attain our projected $250K goal within the stipulated time, rest assured, the film will come to fruition one way or another. Such a circumstance would only serve to motivate us to exert even greater effort, ensuring a great cinematic experience without compromising our dedication or the film's quality. The primary hurdle remains completing the film within our targeted timeframe. Here, we present additional risks and factors.
- The success of any medium, whether film or TV, depends on the public’s tastes and opinions at any given time. The likes and dislikes of the public vary greatly from day to day and can never be confirmed. As a result, it is impossible to determine the success of this, or any, film.
- The release of a similar film may affect the popularity of this film.
- As a result of the above factors, and others not listed here, only one of every five films made recoup their cost.
- There are, however, ways to stack the deck in favor of a film's success and to minimize investor risk, which we believe it will clearly accomplish as a result of its casting choices and a calculated genre alignment with a 'sellable' film (ie. this project is something that people may genuinely want to watch; it is not an obscure experimental film).
With your help, these challenges will be lessened.
We understand times are rough and many people may not be able contribute, but there are other ways you will be able to help us. It could be something as simple as sharing this campaign with everyone you know, share it on Instagram, Facebook, tiktok, X, Linked In or simple word of mouth. Let every one you know about the film and help by sending the link to every person you think could contribute in any way possible. To make this film happen we need help from everyone and sharing this campaign really means a lot to us!
And that's all there is to it.
THEMEThe theme of "IN DARKNESS" is centered around the concept of a mother's love for her family. We have all been told the same thing by our moms at some point in our lives: "A mother's love is unconditional. They will go to the ends of the world for their family." It was true when we were kids and remains true even now as adults. With this in mind, I wondered, what if we portrayed a mother who feels as though her world is crashing down, causing her to lose the only family she's ever had? How far down the rabbit hole would she go to be with them again?
While writing the script, I decided to incorporate bits and pieces of my own childhood into another character who is also seeking that motherly love. This serves as my tribute to those who have, at some point in their lives, endured abuse and neglect from the very people who are meant to love and care for them.
Combine all of this with the classic style of thriller horror films from the 70s, 80s, and early 90s, where cell phones and easily accessible devices weren't prevalent. We find ourselves with a fear-driven film that taps into heightened emotions. For once, we will witness the journey of a woman, a widow, and a mother who goes beyond the typical, necessary means for her family, even resorting to killing.
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