Skate Night
New York City, New York | Film Short
Horror, Comedy
This zombie-comedy short (or zom-com, as I like to call it) follows a dad and his teenage daughter at their local roller rink's annual Halloween party, but this year's bash abruptly turns to hell on four wheels when the roller skaters mysteriously start to transform into zombies.
Skate Night
New York City, New York | Film Short
Horror, Comedy
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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This zombie-comedy short (or zom-com, as I like to call it) follows a dad and his teenage daughter at their local roller rink's annual Halloween party, but this year's bash abruptly turns to hell on four wheels when the roller skaters mysteriously start to transform into zombies.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What is Skate Night?
My name is Logan. I'm a film professional based in Brooklyn, New York. Skate Night is a short film passion project that’s close to my heart.
This action-packed zombie-comedy short (or zom-com, as I like to call it) follows a dad and his teenage daughter at their favorite roller rink's annual Halloween party, but this year's 1980s-themed bash abruptly turns to HELL ON FOUR WHEELS when the roller skaters mysteriously start to transform into zombies.
The look and content of the film will take inspiration from the ‘80s theme—think John Hughes meets John Carpenter.
A little background on me: I knew I wanted to be a filmmaker ever since picking up my first camera to make YouTube videos in my backyard as a 13-year-old in 2009 with my little brother, Mac, and our neighbor/best friend, Sam. I received my BA in Studies in Cinema & Media Culture in 2018, and I've been writing Skate Night on and off since 2016. Now, you can help me make it real.
We are currently in the pre-production phase of the project, with plans to shoot in near future upon securing our final funds! Once we wrap our shoot days, I'll begin working on editing with assistance for color correction!
Following the edit, we’re hoping to have a premiere in New York City for friends, family, and anyone who has an interest in our project! If we surpass our original goal, those funds will be allocated to our NYC premiere, post-production costs, and festival submissions. We plan submit to festivals in the New York area, with a focus on Horror festivals.
What We Need?
We're looking to raise $9,000 to cover pre-production and shooting costs.
This money will go towards:
- Food and lodging for the cast and crew - $4,500
- Location fee to pay for the roller rink - $2,000
- Film insurance (just in case!) - $2,000
- Transportation - $500
- Grip and electric equipment rentals (lights, stands, sandbags, etc.)
- Camera and sound equipment rentals (lenses, microphones, etc.)
- Props and Set dressing
- Special effects make-up
- Wardrobe
Risks & Challenges
Our two biggest challenges on this project are shooting parts of it on camcorder and teaching everyone on the cast and crew to roller skate (well, not everyone, but a lot of our exciting action and fight sequences take place on roller skates, so practice will be key)! Thankfully, we have experience when it comes to both! The plan is to shoot mainly on a cinema camera and use a Panasonic Mini-DV camera for B-Roll and Plate shoots for inspiration and use in editing.
Other Ways You Can Help
If you're not able to contribute monetarily, there are plenty of other ways to help.
- Please share this page across your socials
- Things that we are looking for that you may have:
- Roller skates to be borrowed Spring 2025
- A van (or minivan) to help up get cast and crew upstate Spring 2025
- 80's wardrobe (think bright and lively)
- Electric equipment
- Aperture 1200d
- Amaran F
- Halloween decorations
- Connections and around Accord, NY
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Rink Rental
Costs $2,000
After researching all the rinks in the area, we landed on one upstate. They're aesthetic fits the vibe of the film and are happy to host us!
Short Film Insurance
Costs $400
Due to cast riding on skates and equipment rental, we'll have to purchase short term insurance!
Transportation Reimbursement
Costs $500
Our perfect rink ended up being a few hours upstate, which means we have to get cast and crew up there to make it happen!
Crew Lodging
Costs $1,250
Due to our shooting location being further away from the city, most of the cast and crew will be lodging in an AirBnb for a few nights
Meals & Craft Service
Costs $2,250
Everybody's gotta eat! Especially for 2 long shooting days with cast, crew, and a gang of extras!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
About the Crew
Personally, I have worked in film as a Set Production Assistant, a Health and Safety Supervisor, and most recently as a Location Coordinator on Netflix’s Black Rabbit (out next year). In my free time, I have also enjoyed producing a few indie shorts and music videos. After years of on-hands experience, I finally feel ready to make my own short for the first time since I was a student.
Of course, I’m also bringing Mac and Sam onto the project (this isn’t our first go-around; we made a zombie movie in a local cemetery as kids), plus a talented crew of friends, artists, and film professionals alike, with recent work on television, independent and theatrical films, music videos, sculpture, illustration and more!
I am a big believer in emphasizing the fun parts of filmmaking, and I like to look at the crew as a collaborative team of creatives and problem-solvers. With the help of everyone involved—the cast, crew, and YOU—we will be able to put together a wonderful film that's been in the making for almost a decade!
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
What is Skate Night?
My name is Logan. I'm a film professional based in Brooklyn, New York. Skate Night is a short film passion project that’s close to my heart.
This action-packed zombie-comedy short (or zom-com, as I like to call it) follows a dad and his teenage daughter at their favorite roller rink's annual Halloween party, but this year's 1980s-themed bash abruptly turns to HELL ON FOUR WHEELS when the roller skaters mysteriously start to transform into zombies.
The look and content of the film will take inspiration from the ‘80s theme—think John Hughes meets John Carpenter.
A little background on me: I knew I wanted to be a filmmaker ever since picking up my first camera to make YouTube videos in my backyard as a 13-year-old in 2009 with my little brother, Mac, and our neighbor/best friend, Sam. I received my BA in Studies in Cinema & Media Culture in 2018, and I've been writing Skate Night on and off since 2016. Now, you can help me make it real.
We are currently in the pre-production phase of the project, with plans to shoot in near future upon securing our final funds! Once we wrap our shoot days, I'll begin working on editing with assistance for color correction!
Following the edit, we’re hoping to have a premiere in New York City for friends, family, and anyone who has an interest in our project! If we surpass our original goal, those funds will be allocated to our NYC premiere, post-production costs, and festival submissions. We plan submit to festivals in the New York area, with a focus on Horror festivals.
What We Need?
We're looking to raise $9,000 to cover pre-production and shooting costs.
This money will go towards:
- Food and lodging for the cast and crew - $4,500
- Location fee to pay for the roller rink - $2,000
- Film insurance (just in case!) - $2,000
- Transportation - $500
- Grip and electric equipment rentals (lights, stands, sandbags, etc.)
- Camera and sound equipment rentals (lenses, microphones, etc.)
- Props and Set dressing
- Special effects make-up
- Wardrobe
Risks & Challenges
Our two biggest challenges on this project are shooting parts of it on camcorder and teaching everyone on the cast and crew to roller skate (well, not everyone, but a lot of our exciting action and fight sequences take place on roller skates, so practice will be key)! Thankfully, we have experience when it comes to both! The plan is to shoot mainly on a cinema camera and use a Panasonic Mini-DV camera for B-Roll and Plate shoots for inspiration and use in editing.
Other Ways You Can Help
If you're not able to contribute monetarily, there are plenty of other ways to help.
- Please share this page across your socials
- Things that we are looking for that you may have:
- Roller skates to be borrowed Spring 2025
- A van (or minivan) to help up get cast and crew upstate Spring 2025
- 80's wardrobe (think bright and lively)
- Electric equipment
- Aperture 1200d
- Amaran F
- Halloween decorations
- Connections and around Accord, NY
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Rink Rental
Costs $2,000
After researching all the rinks in the area, we landed on one upstate. They're aesthetic fits the vibe of the film and are happy to host us!
Short Film Insurance
Costs $400
Due to cast riding on skates and equipment rental, we'll have to purchase short term insurance!
Transportation Reimbursement
Costs $500
Our perfect rink ended up being a few hours upstate, which means we have to get cast and crew up there to make it happen!
Crew Lodging
Costs $1,250
Due to our shooting location being further away from the city, most of the cast and crew will be lodging in an AirBnb for a few nights
Meals & Craft Service
Costs $2,250
Everybody's gotta eat! Especially for 2 long shooting days with cast, crew, and a gang of extras!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
About the Crew
Personally, I have worked in film as a Set Production Assistant, a Health and Safety Supervisor, and most recently as a Location Coordinator on Netflix’s Black Rabbit (out next year). In my free time, I have also enjoyed producing a few indie shorts and music videos. After years of on-hands experience, I finally feel ready to make my own short for the first time since I was a student.
Of course, I’m also bringing Mac and Sam onto the project (this isn’t our first go-around; we made a zombie movie in a local cemetery as kids), plus a talented crew of friends, artists, and film professionals alike, with recent work on television, independent and theatrical films, music videos, sculpture, illustration and more!
I am a big believer in emphasizing the fun parts of filmmaking, and I like to look at the crew as a collaborative team of creatives and problem-solvers. With the help of everyone involved—the cast, crew, and YOU—we will be able to put together a wonderful film that's been in the making for almost a decade!