Amygdala
Hamden, Connecticut | Film Short
Thriller
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Amygdala
Hamden, Connecticut | Film Short
Thriller
1 Campaigns | Connecticut, United States
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HELP US HIT OUR NEW FLEX GOAL OF $10.5K!!! This film shows that your worst nightmare might not be what you think. Amygdala is a psychological thriller that challenges what you think is real.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
We are a hardworking and dedicated group of young filmmakers all coming from different backgrounds. Each one of us brings a different talent and a unique perspective to the creation of Amygdala. In the last four years, we have worked tirelessly to bring our own projects to life. This includes everything from documentaries to horror, but we have never been more ready or excited to create Amygdala.
AMYGDALA follows Lucas, a 25-year-old man who has recently lost his job. Time is of the essence when he awakens in a strange room with no memory of the past night. Time is ticking down and Lucas must find a way to escape both the room and also his mind. As the audience, we step into the shoes of Lucas and are forced to embark on this journey with him, but at the same time, we are challenged to come to terms with our own fears.
AMYGDALA exposes the harsh reality that not everything is what it seems. Our terrors and worries are only as great as the mind that creates them.
This film is our senior capstone film for Quinnipiac University and it is one of the most ambitious films for our film program. A lot of resources for the film will be used to create our terrifying sets because our story is centered around the environment we create for Lucas to explore in. This is the film that is going to show everything we have learned thus far in school and we hope it shows once AMYGDALA is finally playing before you.
Major influences for the script are coming from the Saw franchise, Fight Club, and The Shining. We want to bring the audience on an experience versus them just watching. We want every person to be able to come back to the film and have a different view each time.
The director, the director of photography and the production designer are working tirelessly to create an amazing film. Every location that Lucas goes into will be different from the last he came from. We hope the visuals will be able to show where Lucas is at in his story. Not only are we working to make every frame look visually appealing, but we are also working to make everything in the frame mean something. Everything will be placed in the scene for a specific reason.
This film is the most important thing to us up to this point in our lives. We are overjoyed to be able to share our journey with everyone and we hope it pays off in the end when we bring AMYGDALA to you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Equipment Rentals
Costs $2,000
Rental equipment such as a RED, cine lenses, lighting and sound gear.
Art Department
Costs $2,700
We need to build a terrifying set.
Insurance
Costs $500
We need to cover our cast and crew if anything goes wrong on set.
Meals
Costs $600
We want to have a well-fed and happy cast and crew!
Transportation
Costs $500
We need to provide rides for our amazing cast!
Lodging
Costs $500
We need to provide lodging for our amazing cast!
Composer
Costs $500
A professional score will heighten the suspense in our film.
Post-Production Sound
Costs $1,000
50% of a film is the sound.
Festival Fees
Costs $500
We want to show the world what you have helped create.
VFX
Costs $100
We need to amplify effects when trapped in the room.
Practical Effects
Costs $100
We need certain effects to be real on set.
Merch
Costs $500
We want to provide quality goods for our backers. You mean the world to us.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Brandon Nieto - Director
Brandon is from Doylestown, Pennsylvania and has wanted to be a director ever since he got the chance to mess around with his dad's camcorder as a child. He's an active member of the Quinnipiac film community serving as the President for Quinnipiac Film Society. Coming off two internships with both Color Force in Los Angelos and Alkemy X in Philadelphia, he has never been more ready than now to bring "Amygdala" to life.
Favorite Movies: The Shining, Pulp Fiction, and Vertigo
Tori Martin - Producer
Born and raised on Long Island New York, Tori Martin always had a passion for storytelling. From a young age, Tori was fascinated with the idea of creating an immersive film that transports the viewer into a new world. After interning in Los Angeles at FJ Productions and Fortitude International, Tori has never been more ready and excited to produce Amygdala.
Favorite Movies: Fight Club, Social Network, and White Chicks
Matt Martin - Cinematographer
Matt Martin, was born and raised in a small town in New Hampshire. Since the day his father gave him his first camera, he has been a filmmaker. At only eight years old, he was creating short films using interesting camera angles and Lego toys for actors. Matt has worked hard to turn his childhood dream into a career, even going so far as Los Angeles to intern with The Montecito Picture Co. on the Sony lot. He strongly believes that any project can become a masterpiece if enough dedication, inspiration, and creative thinking goes into it, and Amygdala is no exception.
Favorite Films: The Prestige, Amadeus, The Incredibles
Caitlyn Meindl - Production Designer
Caitlyn's love for film started at a young age, watching Harry Potter on repeat. After spending some time in the Entertainment Capitol of the World and tackling three internships, at H2R Productions, LG, and Rick Brenner Studios, she discovered that her passion lies in the space between film and still photography: set design. She relishes the challenge to conceptualize the scenery needed to tell the story of this chilling psychological thriller and has never felt more dedicated to bringing it to life.
Favorite Movies: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Kill Bill Vol. 1, The Princess Bride.
Yangly Camila Guiza - Editor
Yangly Camila Guiza, was born in Colombia and later moved to Connecticut at the age of 6. At a young age she was fascinated when her father’s camera made its appearance during family events. She always dreamed to hold it and play with it. Years later, she started making films and realized editing was one of her biggest passions. After interning at NBC, freelancing, and later getting a job at a post production house, she continues to learn and gain experience in the field. She has edited numerous videos, documentaries and commercials. Her experience and passion will transfer over as the editing process for Amygala begins.
Favorite films: The Intouchables, Shawshank Redemption, Split.
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Justin Yip - Sound Technician
He is an international student from Hong Kong. His passion for film was first established in boarding school when he produced promotional videos for the admissions office. After working two summers with Academy Award Winning Director, Ruby Yang, on In Search of Perfect Consonance and Ritoma, he gained a lot of knowledge from the documentary production process. Years later, Justin participated in a series of masterclasses that sparked his interest in sound production. He is determined to offer the best sound possible for Amygdala.
Favorite Movies: The Big Short, The Hundred-Foot Journey, Argo.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
We are a hardworking and dedicated group of young filmmakers all coming from different backgrounds. Each one of us brings a different talent and a unique perspective to the creation of Amygdala. In the last four years, we have worked tirelessly to bring our own projects to life. This includes everything from documentaries to horror, but we have never been more ready or excited to create Amygdala.
AMYGDALA follows Lucas, a 25-year-old man who has recently lost his job. Time is of the essence when he awakens in a strange room with no memory of the past night. Time is ticking down and Lucas must find a way to escape both the room and also his mind. As the audience, we step into the shoes of Lucas and are forced to embark on this journey with him, but at the same time, we are challenged to come to terms with our own fears.
AMYGDALA exposes the harsh reality that not everything is what it seems. Our terrors and worries are only as great as the mind that creates them.
This film is our senior capstone film for Quinnipiac University and it is one of the most ambitious films for our film program. A lot of resources for the film will be used to create our terrifying sets because our story is centered around the environment we create for Lucas to explore in. This is the film that is going to show everything we have learned thus far in school and we hope it shows once AMYGDALA is finally playing before you.
Major influences for the script are coming from the Saw franchise, Fight Club, and The Shining. We want to bring the audience on an experience versus them just watching. We want every person to be able to come back to the film and have a different view each time.
The director, the director of photography and the production designer are working tirelessly to create an amazing film. Every location that Lucas goes into will be different from the last he came from. We hope the visuals will be able to show where Lucas is at in his story. Not only are we working to make every frame look visually appealing, but we are also working to make everything in the frame mean something. Everything will be placed in the scene for a specific reason.
This film is the most important thing to us up to this point in our lives. We are overjoyed to be able to share our journey with everyone and we hope it pays off in the end when we bring AMYGDALA to you!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Equipment Rentals
Costs $2,000
Rental equipment such as a RED, cine lenses, lighting and sound gear.
Art Department
Costs $2,700
We need to build a terrifying set.
Insurance
Costs $500
We need to cover our cast and crew if anything goes wrong on set.
Meals
Costs $600
We want to have a well-fed and happy cast and crew!
Transportation
Costs $500
We need to provide rides for our amazing cast!
Lodging
Costs $500
We need to provide lodging for our amazing cast!
Composer
Costs $500
A professional score will heighten the suspense in our film.
Post-Production Sound
Costs $1,000
50% of a film is the sound.
Festival Fees
Costs $500
We want to show the world what you have helped create.
VFX
Costs $100
We need to amplify effects when trapped in the room.
Practical Effects
Costs $100
We need certain effects to be real on set.
Merch
Costs $500
We want to provide quality goods for our backers. You mean the world to us.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Brandon Nieto - Director
Brandon is from Doylestown, Pennsylvania and has wanted to be a director ever since he got the chance to mess around with his dad's camcorder as a child. He's an active member of the Quinnipiac film community serving as the President for Quinnipiac Film Society. Coming off two internships with both Color Force in Los Angelos and Alkemy X in Philadelphia, he has never been more ready than now to bring "Amygdala" to life.
Favorite Movies: The Shining, Pulp Fiction, and Vertigo
Tori Martin - Producer
Born and raised on Long Island New York, Tori Martin always had a passion for storytelling. From a young age, Tori was fascinated with the idea of creating an immersive film that transports the viewer into a new world. After interning in Los Angeles at FJ Productions and Fortitude International, Tori has never been more ready and excited to produce Amygdala.
Favorite Movies: Fight Club, Social Network, and White Chicks
Matt Martin - Cinematographer
Matt Martin, was born and raised in a small town in New Hampshire. Since the day his father gave him his first camera, he has been a filmmaker. At only eight years old, he was creating short films using interesting camera angles and Lego toys for actors. Matt has worked hard to turn his childhood dream into a career, even going so far as Los Angeles to intern with The Montecito Picture Co. on the Sony lot. He strongly believes that any project can become a masterpiece if enough dedication, inspiration, and creative thinking goes into it, and Amygdala is no exception.
Favorite Films: The Prestige, Amadeus, The Incredibles
Caitlyn Meindl - Production Designer
Caitlyn's love for film started at a young age, watching Harry Potter on repeat. After spending some time in the Entertainment Capitol of the World and tackling three internships, at H2R Productions, LG, and Rick Brenner Studios, she discovered that her passion lies in the space between film and still photography: set design. She relishes the challenge to conceptualize the scenery needed to tell the story of this chilling psychological thriller and has never felt more dedicated to bringing it to life.
Favorite Movies: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Kill Bill Vol. 1, The Princess Bride.
Yangly Camila Guiza - Editor
Yangly Camila Guiza, was born in Colombia and later moved to Connecticut at the age of 6. At a young age she was fascinated when her father’s camera made its appearance during family events. She always dreamed to hold it and play with it. Years later, she started making films and realized editing was one of her biggest passions. After interning at NBC, freelancing, and later getting a job at a post production house, she continues to learn and gain experience in the field. She has edited numerous videos, documentaries and commercials. Her experience and passion will transfer over as the editing process for Amygala begins.
Favorite films: The Intouchables, Shawshank Redemption, Split.