This short is a horror-noir comedy set in the 50s. The story unfolds on Christmas Eve, focusing on Dwayne as he drinks his sorrows away at the local lounge. His night takes an unusual turn as a mysterious woman walks in. After this night, well let’s just say the town became a little less crowded.
This short is a horror-noir comedy set in the 50s. The story unfolds on Christmas Eve, focusing on Dwayne as he drinks his sorrows away at the local lounge. His night takes an unusual turn as a mysterious woman walks in. After this night, well let’s just say the town became a little less crowded.
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Mission Statement
I will give priority in hiring women and people of color as my crew mates, not only for this project but for any I have in the future. Being a female minority working in the industry within the camera department, I know how hard you have to work to prove you're just as capable as the men.About The Project
The story
A Night at Fairbrooke lounge is a noir horror comedy with supernatural elements. It takes place on the night beofre Christmas at the local lounge in 1955.
It revolves around a lonely washed up western movie star named Dwayne who is grappling with the idea of being forgotten. He and his buddy Sam are regulars at the lounge. The two drink the night away as they fail in their attempts to pick up any dames. That is until an alluring woman named Norma walks into the bar. Dwayne is isntantly enamored, but the arrival of this stranger causes the night to take an unbelivable turn.
The bigger picture:
A night at Fairbrooke Lounge is actually a pilot to a horror anthology series I desire to create. I have 8 episodes written out, each about 40min in length. Every episode will take place in a different decade and include popular horror storylines that were prevalent in that time period.
So I'm kicking off the pilot in the 50s! Be sure to check out a short stop motion teaser/intro I've shot under the media page!
Campaign goal: $20,000
will go towards:
-Locations - Cast - Crew - Extras - Hair/makeup/wardrobe - Props -Music
- Catering - Expendables - Film festival submissions.
STRETCH GOALS:
$25,000-$30,000
Reaching the stretch goal will go towards licensing a hit song:
Hall & Oates 'Maneater.' For the dance number.
Will also go towards extra camera gear that will assist in a more stylistic shoot.
The Characters
DWAYNE & SAM
Dwayne is our protagonist. For many years Dwayne was accustomed to being the center of attention, the hereoic cowboy in many classic movies. He's now having a hard time realizing those glory days are over. He's lived his life as a bachleor relying on the admiration of his fans to fill the void where his love life should be. As that form of acclaim has died down he realizes what he really wants is a kind of love he can't receive from the masses.
Sam is Dwaynes underachieving best friend. He's comforatble in the life he lives which includes a routine of drinking with his buddy at the bar. Sam and Dwayne have relied on one another throughout the years, he's the one constant person in Dwaynes life.
I was influenced heavily by 1955s best picture winner, Marty. I imagine Dwayne to be like Ernest Borgnines character Marty (styled like John Wayne) and Sam to be his friend in the film.
NORMA:
Norma is the female lead. She's the epitome of a femme fatale. Wise beyond her years, she carries herself with the class of a dignitary, causing her to be both alluring and intimidating. She is also a lonely soul who has kept her life that way purposly because of a dark secret she has been harboring.
I imagine Norma to be like Hedy Lamarr or Gloria Swanson- with a touch of Morticia.
JOHNNY & THE REBELS:
The band will play a big role in the way the night turns out. After all- they're part of the orchestration to ambush the innocent victims of Fairbrooke. The band will consist of 6-7 members all styled in 50s matching tuexedos.
JOE:
Most of the story is told through the perspecitive of Joe, the bartender/owner of the lounge. His bar is just about the only thing he cares about in his life. The years haven't been kind to him and he holds deep resentment towards Christmas, resulting in a tough exterior. He has no interest in hearing nonsense about his customers mundane lives-he just wants to pour you a drink. However, much to his dismay, Joe gets wrapped up in the madness of the night.
THE EXTRAS:
This cast of extras will include individuals of all ages. Dressed to the nines in their finest 50s fashion, these poor souls are in for one hell of a night! I enjoy thrifting and have already found a few outfits that would be perfect for this period.
LOCATIONS
Lounge:
I'm looking for a lounge that's spacious enough to have a stage and space for a dance floor. Something that has the feel of a tavern/hole in the wall you'd find in a small mountain town.
Norma's home
Normas home will be a challenge to find. But I’m looking for an elegant estate that’s adorned with ornate antiques. A fireplace is a must.
Exterior town/woods
There will be a quick exterior scene with Norma and Dwayne walking through a small town. Later in the script there’s another ext scene that’ll take place in the woods near a desolate road.
Why now?
With all the awareness being brought to the forefront regarding the lack of women and diversity in this industry I feel now is the time for me to make this project, because there are still not enough women directors out there in comparison to the men. Same goes for people of color. And that needs to change.
Especially in the horror genre, women are often underrepresented or overlooked- and with the start of these issues being corrected I feel it's incredibly important, now more than ever, to support diversity in this industry.
With your contribution you can help do that!
Any amount you can give would be amazing! And if you’d like to help in another way- I will need assistance in finding locations, crew, equipment, and a band.
Please reach out to me if there's another way you'd like to be a part of this project.
Thanks for checking out this page!
Incentives
$10
Pound it!
Maybe you're on a tight budget yourself but would still like to contribute
(I completely understand) Every bit helps, so thank you!!
I will tag you and a group of others, thanking you on social media.
$15
SHOUTOUT
AAAHHH! I'd like to thank you for your support by giving you a personal shoutout on social media. And if you have a project of your own that needs some attention I'd be happy to mention it in my post!
$25
Knock, knock. Guess who? It's you...in your favorite horror movie!
Ever dreamed of being in a horror movie? Now you can! Choose from a selection of images from popular horror movie scenes. Or if you have a specific one you'd like to be in- email a photo of your choosing!
You'll also receive:
-A personal social media shoutout
$50
How do you take your coffee?
Thanks for your interest in my project! If you'd like to ask me any questions about it or want to tell me about your project, now is the time! If you reside in the Los Angeles area let's have a coffee meetup!
You'll also receive:
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal shoutout on social media
$75
Showtime
Get the popcorn ready! This contribution grants you a digital copy of the film upon completion.
You'll also receive:
-Coffee meetup
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal social media shoutout
$100
A piece of my curious creation
Get a little slice of one of my curious creations- poster art for my film by me. Along with 3 of my favorite movie time snacks.
You'll also receive:
-A digital copy of the film upon completion
-A coffee meetup
-A photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal social media shoutout
$200
Jam like freddie!
It's never too late to learn how to play an instrument. With this incentive you get a one hour guitar lesson with the composer of my film who is an award winning guitarist and very talented musician.
Local lessons avilable if you reside in New Orleans, or a skype lesson for all others.
You'll also receive:
-Movie poster
-Digital download of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$300
Join the party!
Be an extra and come join the party, it'll be a bloody good time! Limited to those who live in the Los Angeles area. Before the shoot I'll be in contact with finding you a 50s outfit that you will get to keep.
You'll also receive:
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 15
$500
Need a tune
Another generous offer from my composer, with this incentive he will offer a special discount on a film score for your project!
You'll also receive:
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie night package
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$1,000
You're an icon!
Your're an icon and deserve producing credit! Your contribution will have a major impact on the quality of this story, I cannot thank you enough.
Your name will appear in the credits as a producer and be listed as one on IMDB.
You'll also recieve:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$1,200
Featured death
Here's your chance to be in the movie! You will be a featured extra who is impaled through the eye with a drumstick. Don't worry...it shouldn't hurt.
You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 1
$1,400
Death by Stereo!
You'll get a line in the movie, in Corey Haim fashion from Lost Boys- you'll react to a death with the line "Death by drumstick!"
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You'll also receive:
-Photoshoot
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 1
$1,500
Legend
You my friend have just became a legend in my heart. Your generous contribution is greatly appreciated and your name will appear in the credits as Associate producer! You'll also be listed as Associate producer on IMDB.
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You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$2,500
Be my guest
Visit one of the most haunted cities out there- New Orleans, LA. You and up to 3 extra guests can enjoy a 3 night stay at a jungle themed Aribnb located in a supurb location in this historic city!
(Travel not included).
You'll also receive:
-Associate producer credit
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$5,000
You are a superstar!
There is no one above you, you have just become an executive producer! I am forever grateful for your generosity and support.
For your ample contribution you will recieve 5 nights at my jungle themed Airbnb in New Orleans.
(4 max occupancy) (Travel not included).
Your name will appear as Executive producer in credits and you'll be listed on IMDB as Executive producer.
You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Pound it!
Maybe you're on a tight budget yourself but would still like to contribute
(I completely understand) Every bit helps, so thank you!!
I will tag you and a group of others, thanking you on social media.
$15
SHOUTOUT
AAAHHH! I'd like to thank you for your support by giving you a personal shoutout on social media. And if you have a project of your own that needs some attention I'd be happy to mention it in my post!
$25
Knock, knock. Guess who? It's you...in your favorite horror movie!
Ever dreamed of being in a horror movie? Now you can! Choose from a selection of images from popular horror movie scenes. Or if you have a specific one you'd like to be in- email a photo of your choosing!
You'll also receive:
-A personal social media shoutout
$50
How do you take your coffee?
Thanks for your interest in my project! If you'd like to ask me any questions about it or want to tell me about your project, now is the time! If you reside in the Los Angeles area let's have a coffee meetup!
You'll also receive:
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal shoutout on social media
$75
Showtime
Get the popcorn ready! This contribution grants you a digital copy of the film upon completion.
You'll also receive:
-Coffee meetup
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal social media shoutout
$100
A piece of my curious creation
Get a little slice of one of my curious creations- poster art for my film by me. Along with 3 of my favorite movie time snacks.
You'll also receive:
-A digital copy of the film upon completion
-A coffee meetup
-A photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-A personal social media shoutout
$200
Jam like freddie!
It's never too late to learn how to play an instrument. With this incentive you get a one hour guitar lesson with the composer of my film who is an award winning guitarist and very talented musician.
Local lessons avilable if you reside in New Orleans, or a skype lesson for all others.
You'll also receive:
-Movie poster
-Digital download of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$300
Join the party!
Be an extra and come join the party, it'll be a bloody good time! Limited to those who live in the Los Angeles area. Before the shoot I'll be in contact with finding you a 50s outfit that you will get to keep.
You'll also receive:
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 15
$500
Need a tune
Another generous offer from my composer, with this incentive he will offer a special discount on a film score for your project!
You'll also receive:
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie night package
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$1,000
You're an icon!
Your're an icon and deserve producing credit! Your contribution will have a major impact on the quality of this story, I cannot thank you enough.
Your name will appear in the credits as a producer and be listed as one on IMDB.
You'll also recieve:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$1,200
Featured death
Here's your chance to be in the movie! You will be a featured extra who is impaled through the eye with a drumstick. Don't worry...it shouldn't hurt.
You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 1
$1,400
Death by Stereo!
You'll get a line in the movie, in Corey Haim fashion from Lost Boys- you'll react to a death with the line "Death by drumstick!"
You'll also receive:
-Photoshoot
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
Claimed: 0 of 1
$1,500
Legend
You my friend have just became a legend in my heart. Your generous contribution is greatly appreciated and your name will appear in the credits as Associate producer! You'll also be listed as Associate producer on IMDB.
You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$2,500
Be my guest
Visit one of the most haunted cities out there- New Orleans, LA. You and up to 3 extra guests can enjoy a 3 night stay at a jungle themed Aribnb located in a supurb location in this historic city!
(Travel not included).
You'll also receive:
-Associate producer credit
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
$5,000
You are a superstar!
There is no one above you, you have just become an executive producer! I am forever grateful for your generosity and support.
For your ample contribution you will recieve 5 nights at my jungle themed Airbnb in New Orleans.
(4 max occupancy) (Travel not included).
Your name will appear as Executive producer in credits and you'll be listed on IMDB as Executive producer.
You'll also receive:
-Music score for your project
-One hour guitar lesson
-Movie poster
-Digital copy of film upon completion
-Coffee meetup option
-Photoshopped image of you in a horror movie
-Personal social media shoutout
- Updates
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Current Team
About This Team
Writer & Director
Born and raised in New Orleans, LA. My love of watching and making movies dates way back to my childhood, I would pick up my parents video camera and make short films with my brothers and cousin to pass the time.
The idea of making a career of fiImmaking hardly crossed my mind until it came time to pick a path after high school. That's when I realized there's nothing else in life I'd like to do. So I attended the University of New Orleans, receiving my degree in Film Arts.
I moved to LA a few years ago and have been working in the industry for over five years. Lately I've been working a lot in reality tv but my true passion is in the scripted world.
To get a little taste of my filmmaking style, check out a short I made in college:
Film composer
Brandon Carcamo is currenlty a classical music major at Loyola University in New Orleans, where this semester he'll be mentored by an estasblished film composer in the industry. Brandon is also a graduate of NOCCA (New Orleans Center for Creative Arts) where he studied jazz under New Orleans leading Jazz educators. Brandon's infatuation with music began with a guitar, now he's seldom seen without one! He reccently won first place in the ensemble division at the Houston Classical Guitar Festivel and has established a business of his own giving guitar lessons to those of all ages.
But his passion for music goes beyond one instrument-Brandon is multi-talented, receiving many accolades for his musical abilities throughout the years, and is now working towards a future in film scoring.
Producer
Edmund Lozano is a filmmaker from El Paso, TX. He's written and directed several short films and is currently in the editing phase of a documentary set in Juarez, Chihuahua.
A big fan of the horror/thriller genre and raised on a steady diet of Twilight Zone episodes, I Love Lucy, and 80s slasher films, it's an exciting opportunity for him to contribute toward the success of A Night at Fairbrooke Lounge.
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