Broker 2 follows a serial killer who, looking for a challenge, moves to the city, where the realities and responsibilities of daily living prove too much for someone used to answering to nothing but his own whims. Can he make a life with his recent Korean immigrant girlfriend Sara?
Broker 2 follows a serial killer who, looking for a challenge, moves to the city, where the realities and responsibilities of daily living prove too much for someone used to answering to nothing but his own whims. Can he make a life with his recent Korean immigrant girlfriend Sara?
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Mission Statement
Broker 2 is committed to providing opportunities and a safe working environment for people from all walks of life. Key members of the cast and crew come from different countries, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and religious beliefs, all of which are mutually respected on set and off.About The Project
Broker 2 is about the Young Man, a lost soul, who doesn't fully know how to connect with people, but he's forced into trying when he becomes involved with Sara, a recent Korean immigrant. The two navigate through life in the city, but are they doing it together, or separately? As Sara knows nothing about this mysterious Young Man's life and chosen profession, she is unwittingly put into danger just by knowing him. How will this affect someone who has never had reason to be tied to anyone else before, who has never had need for another person?
I realize you’re probably wondering why you’ve never heard of The Broker 1. That’s simple. It doesn’t exist. This is the theoretical sequel to a movie that was never made, but which you can imagine as being a rather standard slasher: a murderer poses as a real estate broker to kill random people to whom he shows houses, the police give chase, he is caught and killed in a showdown in the end. Not a lot of flesh to put on those bones that we haven’t seen before.
In addition to putting some of my own personal experience into the film (not the killing part...), I've also drawn upon my father's experiences as an Argentine immigrant to this country, living a solitary New York life when he arrived here by himself as a young man.
Look, here he is in a small cameo:
I also take inspiration from sources as diverse as horror films, silent comedy, the work of early photographer Edward Steichen and comic book artists Matt Fraction and Jason, the film explores relationships, passion and creativity, wealth and privilege, and living a life consistent with societal values.
We have a lot of different visual styles and tones in the film to give you, the viewer, a unique filmic experience. Here's a moodboard to give you an idea of some influences:
It’s less a slasher film and more an impressionistic take on what a killer does between the killing, what makes his life worthwhile — and in turn, what makes any life worthwhile.
Despite the subject matter, it's been a fun shoot that's taken the crew through some interesting challenges and discoveries. As you'll see from the team we've assembled, we have a great DP, a great makeup FX artist, a great cast and we just lined up a great composer, to create this unique movie.
My first feature, Terrestrial, despite having a miniscule budget, played in various festivals around the world, garnering awards and praise, and I can't wait to build on my experience from that to make this film even better!
We've already been in production for several months now, having completed a decent percentage of the film, but we still need your help to get us to the finish line and I can't wait to have more of you along for the ride!
Incentives
$5
Social Media Thanks
Huge thank you on fb, twitter, Instagram or all of the above!
$10
Postcard!
Postcard of our beautiful poster designed by lighthousepixels (instagram.com/lighthousepixels)
Also, social media thanks!
Claimed: 9 of 200
$20
The Movie!
A digital stream of the finished film, so you lovely people can see the blood, sweat and tears you helped put onscreen.
Plus postcard & social media thanks!
$50
BTS
You'll get regular updates with behind the scenes goodies (including a PDF copy of the script) so you can see that no one ACTUALLY gets murdered.
I mean, not until the cast and crew revolt...
In addtion to the movie stream, the postcard and the thanks of course
$100
The Scribe Special
You get a physical copy of the shooting script, to see just how much will change between page and screen.
Not only that, but one of the pages will be from the director's personal copy, which means it'll be marked up, doodled on and/or covered in chicken scratch. Who knows, if you can decipher his handwritten notes, you may have a career as a CIA codebreaker.
Also includes movie, postcard, BTS material and thanks.
Claimed: 11 of 62
$300
Bloody Good Time
Take a piece of the movie home with a (fake)blood-soaked article of clothing used on-screen! What can you do with it? What CAN'T you do with it? Jumpstart your own Planet Hollywood-style franchise, use it to instantly end any contract disputes, or just wear it to bed.
As there is a limited number of these items, they cannot be lumped in with higher incentive levels. Sorry :(
Plus movie stream, BTS material, and postcard
Claimed: 0 of 5
$500
Let's Get Ice Cream!
You'd never believe it, but ice cream is a major motif in this film. To show our appreciation, Nick the director will buy you ice cream and talk your ear off about the trials and tribulations of production, about the genius of Devo, and why he never ever mixes fruit with his ice cream (aside from banana). If you want him to shut up, say the word. This jaunt is all about you.
Lactose intolerant? Vegan? Keto? No problem! I was only using "Ice cream" as a metaphor anyway. We respect all diets and can find an alternative that works for you!
(Must live in or provide your own transportation to NY-metro region)
Also gets you a stream of the movie, the postcard, the BTS stuff and, if you're comfortabe with it, a hug
$1,000
Exec Producer
OK, hotshot. You're in. As an Exec Producer in the film's credits and on IIMDB, you've gone full Hollywood. The only problem with this is that you'll be fielding offers trying to get onto bigger, better projects. I know I know, you say you're not in it for the money, but before you know it, you're leaving the Broker 2 premiere screening to take a call from Amblin who just needs you to manage some things while Steven's on vacation in Mallorca.
Oh, that's right. You'll also get to go to the Broker 2 cast & crew screening (transportation to NY not included).
You also get the above fun stuff, but really, who needs that when you're so money, baby?
Claimed: 0 of 4
$5,000
Name your credit
You get the movie, you get the postcard, you get the yadda yadda yadda...the real treat here is choosing how you'll be credited on-screen AND on IMDB*. Does our movie need a "Grand Poobah," a "Trapeze Mixologist" or a "Tea Time Triceratops"? YOU decide!
Plus you get a sneak peak at rough cuts of scenes and as a work in progress!
You of course also get the movie, the postcard, BTS material, a heartfelt publicized thanks and, provided you can get to NY, ice cream with the director and the cast & crew screening. Can't make that? We'll set up something that you can -- again, provided you're within the NY tri-state. If not, there will always be alternatives. I mean, you practically own us now. We'll create a cocktail and name it after you. Heck, we'll probaby throw in some other surprise goodies too. I'm sure groveling will be involved.
*Just as long as it's not offensive, legally questionable (pretty sure any combination of "Mickey Mouse" and "Fluffer" would get us a cease-and-desist) or taken (for example, we already have a Director, a Screenwriter and an Optical Wizard).
Claimed: 0 of 4
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
Social Media Thanks
Huge thank you on fb, twitter, Instagram or all of the above!
$10
Postcard!
Postcard of our beautiful poster designed by lighthousepixels (instagram.com/lighthousepixels)
Also, social media thanks!
Claimed: 9 of 200
$20
The Movie!
A digital stream of the finished film, so you lovely people can see the blood, sweat and tears you helped put onscreen.
Plus postcard & social media thanks!
$50
BTS
You'll get regular updates with behind the scenes goodies (including a PDF copy of the script) so you can see that no one ACTUALLY gets murdered.
I mean, not until the cast and crew revolt...
In addtion to the movie stream, the postcard and the thanks of course
$100
The Scribe Special
You get a physical copy of the shooting script, to see just how much will change between page and screen.
Not only that, but one of the pages will be from the director's personal copy, which means it'll be marked up, doodled on and/or covered in chicken scratch. Who knows, if you can decipher his handwritten notes, you may have a career as a CIA codebreaker.
Also includes movie, postcard, BTS material and thanks.
Claimed: 11 of 62
$300
Bloody Good Time
Take a piece of the movie home with a (fake)blood-soaked article of clothing used on-screen! What can you do with it? What CAN'T you do with it? Jumpstart your own Planet Hollywood-style franchise, use it to instantly end any contract disputes, or just wear it to bed.
As there is a limited number of these items, they cannot be lumped in with higher incentive levels. Sorry :(
Plus movie stream, BTS material, and postcard
Claimed: 0 of 5
$500
Let's Get Ice Cream!
You'd never believe it, but ice cream is a major motif in this film. To show our appreciation, Nick the director will buy you ice cream and talk your ear off about the trials and tribulations of production, about the genius of Devo, and why he never ever mixes fruit with his ice cream (aside from banana). If you want him to shut up, say the word. This jaunt is all about you.
Lactose intolerant? Vegan? Keto? No problem! I was only using "Ice cream" as a metaphor anyway. We respect all diets and can find an alternative that works for you!
(Must live in or provide your own transportation to NY-metro region)
Also gets you a stream of the movie, the postcard, the BTS stuff and, if you're comfortabe with it, a hug
$1,000
Exec Producer
OK, hotshot. You're in. As an Exec Producer in the film's credits and on IIMDB, you've gone full Hollywood. The only problem with this is that you'll be fielding offers trying to get onto bigger, better projects. I know I know, you say you're not in it for the money, but before you know it, you're leaving the Broker 2 premiere screening to take a call from Amblin who just needs you to manage some things while Steven's on vacation in Mallorca.
Oh, that's right. You'll also get to go to the Broker 2 cast & crew screening (transportation to NY not included).
You also get the above fun stuff, but really, who needs that when you're so money, baby?
Claimed: 0 of 4
$5,000
Name your credit
You get the movie, you get the postcard, you get the yadda yadda yadda...the real treat here is choosing how you'll be credited on-screen AND on IMDB*. Does our movie need a "Grand Poobah," a "Trapeze Mixologist" or a "Tea Time Triceratops"? YOU decide!
Plus you get a sneak peak at rough cuts of scenes and as a work in progress!
You of course also get the movie, the postcard, BTS material, a heartfelt publicized thanks and, provided you can get to NY, ice cream with the director and the cast & crew screening. Can't make that? We'll set up something that you can -- again, provided you're within the NY tri-state. If not, there will always be alternatives. I mean, you practically own us now. We'll create a cocktail and name it after you. Heck, we'll probaby throw in some other surprise goodies too. I'm sure groveling will be involved.
*Just as long as it's not offensive, legally questionable (pretty sure any combination of "Mickey Mouse" and "Fluffer" would get us a cease-and-desist) or taken (for example, we already have a Director, a Screenwriter and an Optical Wizard).
Claimed: 0 of 4
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About This Team
Nick Rumaczyk is a NY-based filmmaker who has directed several short films, including Out Back and Self Improvement. In 2014 he made his feature debut with the inaugural stumblecore film Terrestrial, which has played various festivals around the world, winning awards in the process.
Peter Adam Graham sees his first full time as Cinematographer, after serving in this capacity -- uncredited -- for some scenes in Terrestrial. His contributions helped the film earn the Award for Best Cinematography at the Marietta International Film Festival.
Sam Mabuse edited Nick Rumaczyk's previous feature Terrestrial, and went on to win the Award for Best Editing at the Indian Cine Film Festival in Mumbai.Chasity Pierna is a native New Yorker who wears many hats. Her preference is that of a mad scientist. She is a self-taught SFX makeup artist with a knack for creating atrocities.
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