Devil In The Attic
Chicago, Illinois | Film Short
Horror
Returning from the front lines of the first World War, the oldest of three brothers cannot bear the sight of his middle sibling, who resembles a soldier he killed. He locks this brother in the attic never to be seen again, but he can still hear him moving around the house, planning his escape.
Devil In The Attic
Chicago, Illinois | Film Short
Horror
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Returning from the front lines of the first World War, the oldest of three brothers cannot bear the sight of his middle sibling, who resembles a soldier he killed. He locks this brother in the attic never to be seen again, but he can still hear him moving around the house, planning his escape.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
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- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The War Is Over...
As the first World War comes to a close, those sent overseas are forced to grapple with the world they return to. For one man, the eldest of three brothers, it's a return he's dreamt of for over a year. At long last, peace awaits him in his families New York townhouse. But The War Has Followed Him Home.
Our Story
Arriving back on familiar soil, the Eldest Brother finds a world entirely different than the one he left. The faces of his two younger brothers have changed, one very much for the worse. His Middle Brother now bears a striking resemblance to the soldier he killed overseas, and he can't stand to look at him. The trauma and grief drives him to madness, and he locks the middle brother up in the attic crawlspace, surrounded by hot water pipes that leave him with horrible burns.
Life continues in denial for the family, as the Youngest and Oldest brothers try to pretend nothing is wrong. However, it grows harder by the day to ignore the hissing of pipes and rattling noises coming from the attic crawlspace. Finally, one night when the house is quiet and still, the Middle Brother snaps the door to the attic and breaks out. What happens next? You'll have to tune in to find out!
Our Goal
There's a saying that when we do not learn from the mistakes of the past, we are doomed to repeat them. Devil In The Attic seeks to remind the audience in striking, vivid detail that, in spite of how far we've come, the horrors of war and its lasting impact haunt us to this day. With your help, we will attempt a truly unique combination of two integral hallmarks of the horror genre to support these thematic elements; the classical German Expressionist style of the 1920s, and the very recent, internet based analog horror movement.
With this project, we have the opportunity to create something as profound as it is unique, pay homage to the past while also breaking new ground. Never have the issues of war, violence, and the lasting horror they create have more timely, and we hope that through our project we can shine a light on just how cyclical the impacts can be.
How You Can Help
Devil In The Attic has undergone extensive development in the scripting stage and is now ready to begin Pre-Production. As a group of microbudget film makers, we rely heavily on the generosity of donors like you to help bring our projects to life. Here's a breakdown of how your donation would help make Devil In The Attic a reality:
- 50% - Equipment Rental. These funds would go directly towards the acquisition of vital equipment required to bring this project to fruition. These include camera gear, lighting, and related support accessories.
- 25% - Production Design. In order to create the world of the 1920s townhouse in which Devil In The Attic is set, our talented production design team must acquire all kinds of set decoration, props, makeup, and more.
- 25% - Catering and Craft Services. Shoot days can be hard work! In order to keep our crew happy, energized, and well fed, we will be catering our full shoot day as well as stocking the set with craft services.
With your help, we can fulfill these vital production costs for our Early September shoot day and continue through to post-production, where everything will be pieced together for our eventual release. Once completed, the project will begin it's festival circuit before eventually finding distribution to the general public, either via a production company or through online platforms such as YouTube and Vimeo.
This 800$ campaign represents the minimum incurred cost to produce this project. Your continued support allows us to accomplish our additional Stretch Goals, in order to make the production process run smoother and more comfortably for our crew & cast:
- Transportation to shooting location
- Festival Submission Costs
- Compensation for Crew Members
- Additional Equipment Rental
If you'd like to support Devil In The Attic, we greatly appreciate all donations, every dollar is a massive help as we begin to gear up for principal photography. You can also help by sharing this crowdfunding link or by following our instagram @devilintheatticfilm.
On behalf of the entire Devil In The Attic team, thank you for your support!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Set Dec, Props, & Makeup
Costs $200
This will allow our talented Production Design team to dress our 1920's townhouse set.
Equipment Rental
Costs $400
For rental of camera and lighting equipment as well as supplemental accessories.
Catering & Craft Service
Costs $200
To keep our crew energized and well-fed throughout filming!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
TJ Dennis - Writer/Director
TJ is currently a Junior studying Film & Television at Columbia College Chicago with a concentration in Cinematography. Born and raised in the Chicago area, he's always been passionate about telling stories, from the scribbled comics he drew as a kid to the films he works on today. Devil in the Attic has been a long running passion project of his, and he can't wait to help bring it to life with the help of his wonderful friends, crew, and supporters like you. Thank you!
Breanne Walker - Producer/Assistant Director
Breanne Walker is an upcoming Junior at Columbia College Chicago. With a focus in Assistant Directing and Producing, she also loves to cast and occasionally work in the art department. There's nothing she loves more than being on set with her friend and doing what they all love; getting to create together.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The War Is Over...
As the first World War comes to a close, those sent overseas are forced to grapple with the world they return to. For one man, the eldest of three brothers, it's a return he's dreamt of for over a year. At long last, peace awaits him in his families New York townhouse. But The War Has Followed Him Home.
Our Story
Arriving back on familiar soil, the Eldest Brother finds a world entirely different than the one he left. The faces of his two younger brothers have changed, one very much for the worse. His Middle Brother now bears a striking resemblance to the soldier he killed overseas, and he can't stand to look at him. The trauma and grief drives him to madness, and he locks the middle brother up in the attic crawlspace, surrounded by hot water pipes that leave him with horrible burns.
Life continues in denial for the family, as the Youngest and Oldest brothers try to pretend nothing is wrong. However, it grows harder by the day to ignore the hissing of pipes and rattling noises coming from the attic crawlspace. Finally, one night when the house is quiet and still, the Middle Brother snaps the door to the attic and breaks out. What happens next? You'll have to tune in to find out!
Our Goal
There's a saying that when we do not learn from the mistakes of the past, we are doomed to repeat them. Devil In The Attic seeks to remind the audience in striking, vivid detail that, in spite of how far we've come, the horrors of war and its lasting impact haunt us to this day. With your help, we will attempt a truly unique combination of two integral hallmarks of the horror genre to support these thematic elements; the classical German Expressionist style of the 1920s, and the very recent, internet based analog horror movement.
With this project, we have the opportunity to create something as profound as it is unique, pay homage to the past while also breaking new ground. Never have the issues of war, violence, and the lasting horror they create have more timely, and we hope that through our project we can shine a light on just how cyclical the impacts can be.
How You Can Help
Devil In The Attic has undergone extensive development in the scripting stage and is now ready to begin Pre-Production. As a group of microbudget film makers, we rely heavily on the generosity of donors like you to help bring our projects to life. Here's a breakdown of how your donation would help make Devil In The Attic a reality:
- 50% - Equipment Rental. These funds would go directly towards the acquisition of vital equipment required to bring this project to fruition. These include camera gear, lighting, and related support accessories.
- 25% - Production Design. In order to create the world of the 1920s townhouse in which Devil In The Attic is set, our talented production design team must acquire all kinds of set decoration, props, makeup, and more.
- 25% - Catering and Craft Services. Shoot days can be hard work! In order to keep our crew happy, energized, and well fed, we will be catering our full shoot day as well as stocking the set with craft services.
With your help, we can fulfill these vital production costs for our Early September shoot day and continue through to post-production, where everything will be pieced together for our eventual release. Once completed, the project will begin it's festival circuit before eventually finding distribution to the general public, either via a production company or through online platforms such as YouTube and Vimeo.
This 800$ campaign represents the minimum incurred cost to produce this project. Your continued support allows us to accomplish our additional Stretch Goals, in order to make the production process run smoother and more comfortably for our crew & cast:
- Transportation to shooting location
- Festival Submission Costs
- Compensation for Crew Members
- Additional Equipment Rental
If you'd like to support Devil In The Attic, we greatly appreciate all donations, every dollar is a massive help as we begin to gear up for principal photography. You can also help by sharing this crowdfunding link or by following our instagram @devilintheatticfilm.
On behalf of the entire Devil In The Attic team, thank you for your support!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Set Dec, Props, & Makeup
Costs $200
This will allow our talented Production Design team to dress our 1920's townhouse set.
Equipment Rental
Costs $400
For rental of camera and lighting equipment as well as supplemental accessories.
Catering & Craft Service
Costs $200
To keep our crew energized and well-fed throughout filming!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
TJ Dennis - Writer/Director
TJ is currently a Junior studying Film & Television at Columbia College Chicago with a concentration in Cinematography. Born and raised in the Chicago area, he's always been passionate about telling stories, from the scribbled comics he drew as a kid to the films he works on today. Devil in the Attic has been a long running passion project of his, and he can't wait to help bring it to life with the help of his wonderful friends, crew, and supporters like you. Thank you!
Breanne Walker - Producer/Assistant Director
Breanne Walker is an upcoming Junior at Columbia College Chicago. With a focus in Assistant Directing and Producing, she also loves to cast and occasionally work in the art department. There's nothing she loves more than being on set with her friend and doing what they all love; getting to create together.