Possessive
Tempe, Arizona | Film Short
Horror, Thriller
"While checking on an estranged member of his congregation, a troubled priest stumbles upon a horrifying scene." We need your help! We are film students at ASU kicking off our senior capstone project, a horror/thriller short film that we are all very excited to begin production and collaborate on!
Possessive
Tempe, Arizona | Film Short
Horror, Thriller
1 Campaigns | Arizona, United States
40 supporters | followers
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$7,000
Goal: $7,000 for production
"While checking on an estranged member of his congregation, a troubled priest stumbles upon a horrifying scene." We need your help! We are film students at ASU kicking off our senior capstone project, a horror/thriller short film that we are all very excited to begin production and collaborate on!
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
"It’s like someone entirely different is in control..."
Possessive's Story
Possessive tells the story of David, a priest reeling from a recent tragedy, who is sent to check on a member of his church, Doctor Gordon, who has been absent as of recent. But upon arriving at Gordon’s cabin, David finds a girl locked in a room and a frantic Dr. Gordon who claims the girl has been possessed by the Devil. From there, things continue to descend into madness, putting David at the forefront of a dangerous battle of good versus evil, where he doesn't know who he can believe.
The Team
Possessive is a senior capstone project being made at the Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University by a group of young but skilled filmmakers, looking to put themselves to the test by creating something special and exciting on a larger scale than before! We are a group that has collaborated and grown together over the past four years, and are excited to bring our dream to life with this film! Every person involved has a different set of talents and skills and we can't wait for our chance to share them to the world with your help!
The Goal
Possessive is a different take on the exorcism story which will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, frightened, wondering what will happen next. It also is a story of courage, struggling with faith, and doing the right thing. Most of all, it is a thrilling yet meaningful story that we hope everyone can find something to resonate with, whether that be the protagonist David's arc of growth and self-reflection, or the dark and exhilarating horror elements of the film.
The Passion
Your help will not only bring this thrilling film to life, but it will also support a group of young and upcoming filmmakers do what they are passionate about, all while creating a product that you can watch and enjoy! This is our team's chance to show our talents to the world and we humbly ask for your help. This is the biggest opportunity we’ve had to do something on this scale! Above all though, we are doing this because it is our passion, our dream and what all of us love to do. Your support means the world to us!
The Logistics
Our project will begin filming this October. We are currently in the depths of pre-production, finalizing the script, designing storyboards and shot lists, building our crew and locations, and preparing as much as possible so we can bring this exciting film to life! Once we finish filming and editing the film, we will showcase at our senior capstone showcase in the spring, then submit it to festivals to share our work with the world! The funds we raise will contribute to transportation, lodging and locations for our overnight shoot, food and other necessities to support our hard-working crew, the equipment we need to rent, and production design and special effect elements to bring the visual experience to life. If we surpass 100% of our goal those excess funds will be dedicated to bringing more crew on board, even better equipment and production design materials, covering costs of film festival submission, and making the film bigger in general! Any support helps immensely, even if it is just sharing this page with friends and family or on social media! We hope that you will see how much we love what we do and see what we can accomplish through it!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Easyrig Vario 5 [Rental]
Costs $245
This will allow our Camera Operator full range of motion for an exciting visual experience!
Aputure LS 1200d Pro LED Light Kit [Rental]
Costs $230
This light kit will create the full eerie vibe for the film and bring the horror to life through lighting!
Tilta Nucleus-Nano Wireless Focus Control System
Costs $25
This item will be crucial in keeping everything on the screen in focus for you all to enjoy throughout the film!
Hollyland Mars 400S PRO SDI/HDMI Wireless Video System [Rental]
Costs $40
This will allow our crew to see what's happening on the camera in real time!
DZO Vespid Prime Lenses [Rental]
Costs $375
These lenses will allow us to shoot a high quality and beautiful film for you all to enjoy!
Blackmagic Design Ursa Mini Pro 4.6k G2 Kit [Rental]
Costs $415
This camera will be the heart of our production, giving us the capability to film the way we hope we can with a high quality camera!
Meals and Craft Services
Costs $2,000
This allocated portion of the budget will help provide meals for our hardworking crew throughout the duration of filming!
Filming Location
Costs $610
These fees will allow us to shoot on-location in a cabin that perfectly matches the eerie vibe of the film!
Crew Lodging
Costs $1,100
For a production this exciting, the crew will be staying overnight! This will provide our crew with beds and a roof over their heads!
Transportation
Costs $400
This will allow crew to transport to and from our on-set filming location safely!..And most importantly be able to pay for gas!
Costumes
Costs $225
This will allow our actors to look great while delivering their amazing performances!
Set Dressing
Costs $200
This will bring our set to life and help sell the look of the film!
Practical Effects
Costs $235
The messy stuff for the film - the gore and other special effects that will make this horror film horrific!
Contingency
Costs $600
You can only prepare for so much and sometimes things go wrong for no real reason! Some extra money to help when the unexpected happens.
Share this update!
About This Team
Meet the Crew
Our team is made up of a group of talented and experienced filmmakers from the Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University! With many of our lead crew members in their senior year, this project will serve as a cumulative capstone project, showcasing the collective skills and creativity of everyone on our team!
Our crew is passionate about this project, and we are currently working in pre-production to plan the storyboards and shot lists in the camera department, design the costumes, set design and special effects in the art department, secure locations, equipment and talent in the producing department, and everything else in between!
This will be the only horror film in this senior class at our university, and we are determined to create something in every aspect that will frighten you, entertain you, move you, and stay with you long after you watch it! We ask for your help in supporting this determined, motivated, and passionate group of young filmmakers in creating something authentic and special, and that hopefully you all will enjoy as well!
Jacob Shannon, Writer & Co-Producer
"Hi! My name is Jacob Shannon and I'm the writer of Possessive. I've been writing ever since I was a kid and have been obsessed with horror after watching The Descent in high school! I can't wait for you all to get a chance to see our incredible crew bring this story to life!"
Kol Bakken, Director
"Hello reader! I’m Kol Bakken, the director of this project. I started filmmaking when I was 12 in my hometown of Tucson, Arizona. I’m very excited to head Possessive because I’ve always wanted to direct a horror/thriller. I can’t wait to try my hand at the genres while working alongside some of my best friends and collaborators from ASU."
Tyler Kupfer, Producer
"Hello, my name is Tyler Kupfer! I am 21 years old and have enjoyed movies ever since I was young, and have never wanted to do anything other than work in film and media production. I have been involved in film clubs and produced various short film, documentary, and reality projects during my time at ASU. I joined this project because of the exciting and impactful script and the amazing people involved in making it, and cannot wait to help bring it to life!"
Ayla Perroncino, Director of Photography
"I'm 20 years old, born in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Prescott with my family when I was a kid. In high school, I took a film class to meet an art credit requirement, and had the most incredible, and encouraging teacher, who pushed me and urged me to pursue it further. Now I've decided to join Possessive! I adore Jacob's writing, it's so visually captivating with each sentence, and after reading the script, I was so inspired with different ideas to help further the impact of his story!"
Adia "AJ" Eckberg, Production Designer
"My name is AJ and I chose to join possessive because of my love for horror! I've been an artist my entire life, it's just one of those things that I love doing and comes naturally to me. I am extremely excited to bring life to this amazing story."
Charles Jones, Sound Supervisor
"My name is Charles Jones, I am from Austin, Texas and I moved to Arizona for school. I have always liked movies but I decided to pursue it as a degree after taking a film class in high school. In addition to film I am also passionate about music which led me to decide to do sound for film. I chose to work on Possessive because I am a fan of horror movies and I liked how passionate everyone seems about the project."
Arjun Dhillon-Melim, Editor
"My name is Arjun, I am from a small town just outside of Vancouver, Canada. I moved to Arizona to pursue a degree in film production because of the impact films and media had on when I was younger. Always being a sort of outlet that allowed me to escape and allow my imagination to go wild for a little bit. I chose to work on Possessive because of how well written I thought the script was, along with being very interested in the story and concept. I’m excited to see what this amazing crew can accomplish and bring something awesome to fruition."
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
"It’s like someone entirely different is in control..."
Possessive's Story
Possessive tells the story of David, a priest reeling from a recent tragedy, who is sent to check on a member of his church, Doctor Gordon, who has been absent as of recent. But upon arriving at Gordon’s cabin, David finds a girl locked in a room and a frantic Dr. Gordon who claims the girl has been possessed by the Devil. From there, things continue to descend into madness, putting David at the forefront of a dangerous battle of good versus evil, where he doesn't know who he can believe.
The Team
Possessive is a senior capstone project being made at the Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University by a group of young but skilled filmmakers, looking to put themselves to the test by creating something special and exciting on a larger scale than before! We are a group that has collaborated and grown together over the past four years, and are excited to bring our dream to life with this film! Every person involved has a different set of talents and skills and we can't wait for our chance to share them to the world with your help!
The Goal
Possessive is a different take on the exorcism story which will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, frightened, wondering what will happen next. It also is a story of courage, struggling with faith, and doing the right thing. Most of all, it is a thrilling yet meaningful story that we hope everyone can find something to resonate with, whether that be the protagonist David's arc of growth and self-reflection, or the dark and exhilarating horror elements of the film.
The Passion
Your help will not only bring this thrilling film to life, but it will also support a group of young and upcoming filmmakers do what they are passionate about, all while creating a product that you can watch and enjoy! This is our team's chance to show our talents to the world and we humbly ask for your help. This is the biggest opportunity we’ve had to do something on this scale! Above all though, we are doing this because it is our passion, our dream and what all of us love to do. Your support means the world to us!
The Logistics
Our project will begin filming this October. We are currently in the depths of pre-production, finalizing the script, designing storyboards and shot lists, building our crew and locations, and preparing as much as possible so we can bring this exciting film to life! Once we finish filming and editing the film, we will showcase at our senior capstone showcase in the spring, then submit it to festivals to share our work with the world! The funds we raise will contribute to transportation, lodging and locations for our overnight shoot, food and other necessities to support our hard-working crew, the equipment we need to rent, and production design and special effect elements to bring the visual experience to life. If we surpass 100% of our goal those excess funds will be dedicated to bringing more crew on board, even better equipment and production design materials, covering costs of film festival submission, and making the film bigger in general! Any support helps immensely, even if it is just sharing this page with friends and family or on social media! We hope that you will see how much we love what we do and see what we can accomplish through it!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Easyrig Vario 5 [Rental]
Costs $245
This will allow our Camera Operator full range of motion for an exciting visual experience!
Aputure LS 1200d Pro LED Light Kit [Rental]
Costs $230
This light kit will create the full eerie vibe for the film and bring the horror to life through lighting!
Tilta Nucleus-Nano Wireless Focus Control System
Costs $25
This item will be crucial in keeping everything on the screen in focus for you all to enjoy throughout the film!
Hollyland Mars 400S PRO SDI/HDMI Wireless Video System [Rental]
Costs $40
This will allow our crew to see what's happening on the camera in real time!
DZO Vespid Prime Lenses [Rental]
Costs $375
These lenses will allow us to shoot a high quality and beautiful film for you all to enjoy!
Blackmagic Design Ursa Mini Pro 4.6k G2 Kit [Rental]
Costs $415
This camera will be the heart of our production, giving us the capability to film the way we hope we can with a high quality camera!
Meals and Craft Services
Costs $2,000
This allocated portion of the budget will help provide meals for our hardworking crew throughout the duration of filming!
Filming Location
Costs $610
These fees will allow us to shoot on-location in a cabin that perfectly matches the eerie vibe of the film!
Crew Lodging
Costs $1,100
For a production this exciting, the crew will be staying overnight! This will provide our crew with beds and a roof over their heads!
Transportation
Costs $400
This will allow crew to transport to and from our on-set filming location safely!..And most importantly be able to pay for gas!
Costumes
Costs $225
This will allow our actors to look great while delivering their amazing performances!
Set Dressing
Costs $200
This will bring our set to life and help sell the look of the film!
Practical Effects
Costs $235
The messy stuff for the film - the gore and other special effects that will make this horror film horrific!
Contingency
Costs $600
You can only prepare for so much and sometimes things go wrong for no real reason! Some extra money to help when the unexpected happens.
Share this update!
About This Team
Meet the Crew
Our team is made up of a group of talented and experienced filmmakers from the Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University! With many of our lead crew members in their senior year, this project will serve as a cumulative capstone project, showcasing the collective skills and creativity of everyone on our team!
Our crew is passionate about this project, and we are currently working in pre-production to plan the storyboards and shot lists in the camera department, design the costumes, set design and special effects in the art department, secure locations, equipment and talent in the producing department, and everything else in between!
This will be the only horror film in this senior class at our university, and we are determined to create something in every aspect that will frighten you, entertain you, move you, and stay with you long after you watch it! We ask for your help in supporting this determined, motivated, and passionate group of young filmmakers in creating something authentic and special, and that hopefully you all will enjoy as well!
Jacob Shannon, Writer & Co-Producer
"Hi! My name is Jacob Shannon and I'm the writer of Possessive. I've been writing ever since I was a kid and have been obsessed with horror after watching The Descent in high school! I can't wait for you all to get a chance to see our incredible crew bring this story to life!"
Kol Bakken, Director
"Hello reader! I’m Kol Bakken, the director of this project. I started filmmaking when I was 12 in my hometown of Tucson, Arizona. I’m very excited to head Possessive because I’ve always wanted to direct a horror/thriller. I can’t wait to try my hand at the genres while working alongside some of my best friends and collaborators from ASU."
Tyler Kupfer, Producer
"Hello, my name is Tyler Kupfer! I am 21 years old and have enjoyed movies ever since I was young, and have never wanted to do anything other than work in film and media production. I have been involved in film clubs and produced various short film, documentary, and reality projects during my time at ASU. I joined this project because of the exciting and impactful script and the amazing people involved in making it, and cannot wait to help bring it to life!"
Ayla Perroncino, Director of Photography
"I'm 20 years old, born in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Prescott with my family when I was a kid. In high school, I took a film class to meet an art credit requirement, and had the most incredible, and encouraging teacher, who pushed me and urged me to pursue it further. Now I've decided to join Possessive! I adore Jacob's writing, it's so visually captivating with each sentence, and after reading the script, I was so inspired with different ideas to help further the impact of his story!"
Adia "AJ" Eckberg, Production Designer
"My name is AJ and I chose to join possessive because of my love for horror! I've been an artist my entire life, it's just one of those things that I love doing and comes naturally to me. I am extremely excited to bring life to this amazing story."
Charles Jones, Sound Supervisor
"My name is Charles Jones, I am from Austin, Texas and I moved to Arizona for school. I have always liked movies but I decided to pursue it as a degree after taking a film class in high school. In addition to film I am also passionate about music which led me to decide to do sound for film. I chose to work on Possessive because I am a fan of horror movies and I liked how passionate everyone seems about the project."
Arjun Dhillon-Melim, Editor
"My name is Arjun, I am from a small town just outside of Vancouver, Canada. I moved to Arizona to pursue a degree in film production because of the impact films and media had on when I was younger. Always being a sort of outlet that allowed me to escape and allow my imagination to go wild for a little bit. I chose to work on Possessive because of how well written I thought the script was, along with being very interested in the story and concept. I’m excited to see what this amazing crew can accomplish and bring something awesome to fruition."