Invite the Devil to Come and Play
Columbia, South Carolina | Film Feature
Horror, Music
Invite the Devil to Come and Play tells the age-old tale of the starving artist in a darker light. Oliver Russell struggles to find happiness in the humdrum world of profit and success his loved ones so cherish. Instead, he cultivates an unexpected audience for his compositions.
Invite the Devil to Come and Play
Columbia, South Carolina | Film Feature
Horror, Music
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Invite the Devil to Come and Play tells the age-old tale of the starving artist in a darker light. Oliver Russell struggles to find happiness in the humdrum world of profit and success his loved ones so cherish. Instead, he cultivates an unexpected audience for his compositions.
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The Story
Invite the Devil to Come and Play is a passion project started by two friends in Columbia, South Carolina early in 2019. Charles Brown wrote a script for a horror film and, not knowing what to do with it, gave it to his friend L L Gaddy III to see what he thought. L L--himself an eccentric composer who had a little bit of audio and video know-how--loved it and immediately set about figuring out a way to produce the film.
From left to right: Dustin Vanhoose, Charles Brown, Carlton Wilson, LL Gaddy
What started off as a fun project with friends quickly became a more serious endeavor after the casting process yielded three great lead actors: Carlton Wilson as Oliver Russell, Elicia Moore as Elise Russell, and Dustin Vanhoose as Gary Norman. Working with this cast inspired the crew to step up their game--these actors all had day jobs, so if they could produce work at a professional level, then the crew ought to as well.
Carlton Wilson plays Oliver Russell in Invite the Devil to Come and Play
After months of fast-paced learning, rehearsal, and scheduling, principle photography went better than anyone could have expected. For a little over three months, every one devoted their weekends, finances, and social life to making this project a reality. We were about a month away from completing filming when COVID-19 hit. As amateurs, we prepared ourselves for the worst-case scenario for every step of the process, but, we have to admit: a pandemic collapse of society was not something we planned for. As soon as it became safe enough to shoot again, we got back on the horse and we're almost finished shooting this movie!
Director Lin Gaddy shooting with actor Maxwell Highsmith during the COVID-19 Pandemic
We're asking you to help us make this project the best it can be. We still have the budget to finish up filming, but then we'll be out of funds for post-production and distribution. We've put so much into this movie, and we want the world to see it. Your help can make that happen.
Thanks,
L L Gaddy III
Charles Brown
Carlton Wilson
Oliver's playground
Oliver's nightmare
Oliver's favorite instrument, the aeolian harp
Lee Smith stars as the ominous Upper Management
Audio Engineer Tyler McGee and Director Lin Gaddy shooting with actor Maxwell Highsmith
Director Lin Gaddy setting up a scary shot to Invite the Devil to Come and Play
Experience Invite the Devil to Come and Play Feb. 14th, 2021
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About This Team
Invite the Devil to Come and Play is a passion project started by two friends in Columbia, South Carolina early in 2019. Charles Brown wrote a script for a horror film and, not knowing what to do with it, gave it to his friend L L Gaddy III to see what he thought. L L--himself an eccentric composer who had a little bit of audio and video know-how--loved it and immediately set about figuring out a way to produce the film. They recruited their good friends Tyler and John to help in many ways, put together a multi-ethnic cast, and hit the races!
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- The Story
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- The Team
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Mission Statement
The Story
Invite the Devil to Come and Play is a passion project started by two friends in Columbia, South Carolina early in 2019. Charles Brown wrote a script for a horror film and, not knowing what to do with it, gave it to his friend L L Gaddy III to see what he thought. L L--himself an eccentric composer who had a little bit of audio and video know-how--loved it and immediately set about figuring out a way to produce the film.
From left to right: Dustin Vanhoose, Charles Brown, Carlton Wilson, LL Gaddy
What started off as a fun project with friends quickly became a more serious endeavor after the casting process yielded three great lead actors: Carlton Wilson as Oliver Russell, Elicia Moore as Elise Russell, and Dustin Vanhoose as Gary Norman. Working with this cast inspired the crew to step up their game--these actors all had day jobs, so if they could produce work at a professional level, then the crew ought to as well.
Carlton Wilson plays Oliver Russell in Invite the Devil to Come and Play
After months of fast-paced learning, rehearsal, and scheduling, principle photography went better than anyone could have expected. For a little over three months, every one devoted their weekends, finances, and social life to making this project a reality. We were about a month away from completing filming when COVID-19 hit. As amateurs, we prepared ourselves for the worst-case scenario for every step of the process, but, we have to admit: a pandemic collapse of society was not something we planned for. As soon as it became safe enough to shoot again, we got back on the horse and we're almost finished shooting this movie!
Director Lin Gaddy shooting with actor Maxwell Highsmith during the COVID-19 Pandemic
We're asking you to help us make this project the best it can be. We still have the budget to finish up filming, but then we'll be out of funds for post-production and distribution. We've put so much into this movie, and we want the world to see it. Your help can make that happen.
Thanks,
L L Gaddy III
Charles Brown
Carlton Wilson
Oliver's playground
Oliver's nightmare
Oliver's favorite instrument, the aeolian harp
Lee Smith stars as the ominous Upper Management
Audio Engineer Tyler McGee and Director Lin Gaddy shooting with actor Maxwell Highsmith
Director Lin Gaddy setting up a scary shot to Invite the Devil to Come and Play
Experience Invite the Devil to Come and Play Feb. 14th, 2021
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
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About This Team
Invite the Devil to Come and Play is a passion project started by two friends in Columbia, South Carolina early in 2019. Charles Brown wrote a script for a horror film and, not knowing what to do with it, gave it to his friend L L Gaddy III to see what he thought. L L--himself an eccentric composer who had a little bit of audio and video know-how--loved it and immediately set about figuring out a way to produce the film. They recruited their good friends Tyler and John to help in many ways, put together a multi-ethnic cast, and hit the races!