The Disinvited

Los Angeles, California | Film Feature

Thriller, Comedy

Green Light

This campaign raised $17,165 for post-production. Follow the filmmaker to receive future updates on this project.

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The Disinvited is fueled by the unwavering belief of friends and family. Despite micro-budget constraints, this project can easily go up against big studio films. You support champions true indie filmmaking. Join us and make The Disinvited a cinematic masterpiece. Your support is invaluable!

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Mission Statement

90% completed, The Disinvited has overcome major obstacles. Our lead actor dropped out and another passed away, which led to costly delays, reshoots, and recasting. After, a once-in-a-century storm hit Southern CA, resulting in a blizzard, destroying all our ext. shots, and necessitated reshoots.

The Story

Throwing social conventions to the wind, Carl decides to crash his estranged friend's wedding in Joshua Tree. Initially invited but not expected to attend, as Carl reaches the desert, he discovers he isn't the only uninvited guest lurking in the shadows. Now, he must decide whether to risk his life to save those who've wronged him.


We created this film to break free from major studios' dominance in dictating creative decisions and claiming ownership. Taking control, we brought our vision to life, reuniting as filmmakers after a decade for a truly independent project. 


Under the intrepid and determined leadership from the production team—Matthew Mourgides and Ted Ringeisen—The Disinvited refused to succumb to obstacles. They consistently adapted to challenges, demonstrating resilience. Guided by writer/director Devin Lawrence's vision, the impressive footage from J. Connor Bjornson, and the powerhouse performances of lead actors Sam Daly and Dani Reynolds, the film had all the necessary footage by the end of summer 2023 to edit into a stunning final product.


Raised funds will cover pick-up shoots, post audio, and additional expenses from a snowstorm during principal photography in Joshua Tree, necessitating a schedule extension. With your support, we can complete the final 10% of the film. We sincerely appreciate your belief in independent filmmaking and in us. Thank you!

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Pick Up Shoot

Costs $13,700

Pick Ups Cast $1600 Crew $2200 Set Operations & Lunc $3800 Glam $400 Lighting $700 Sound $500 Transpo $1000 Locations $1000 Travel $2500

Post Production Sound

Costs $3,000

This will help us pay for our post-production sound.

Overages From Storm

Costs $3,300

This is from when the worst snow storm hit Joshua Tree during our principal photography, causing us to loose shoot days.

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