The Hunted
Atlanta, Georgia | Film Short
Action, Thriller
"The Hunted" is not your ordinary female-driven revenge flick. Drawing inspiration from thrilling tales like "I Spit On Your Grave" and "Promising Young Woman," we dive into the dark world of sex trafficking served with a side of vengeance.
The Hunted
Atlanta, Georgia | Film Short
Action, Thriller
1 Campaigns | Georgia, United States
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"The Hunted" is not your ordinary female-driven revenge flick. Drawing inspiration from thrilling tales like "I Spit On Your Grave" and "Promising Young Woman," we dive into the dark world of sex trafficking served with a side of vengeance.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story begins with every woman's worst nightmare: A sex-trafficker posing as Prince Charming drugs and kidnaps a young woman he perceives as weak, vulnerable, and alone. But deep in the woods of rural Georgia, he and his operation learn the hard way that Karma is a raging bitch when the tables turn in the most brutal way, and these predatory hunters become THE HUNTED.
The Characters
(click names for bios)
Brittney Rae Carerra as KARMA -- When her date goes wrong & she wakes surrounded by traffickers, this sweetheart does what any helpless monster would do... She tears out their spines.
Anissa Matlock as THE WATCHER -- Not one for conversation, she lets her rifle do the talking. When Karma strikes back, it's because she told her where to look.
Michael Reagan as CHARMING -- Appearances aren't always what they seem, as Charming and his gang will come to find out when he kidnaps the wrong "girl."
Jess Matney as HANDSY -- He should have kept his hands to himself.
Gus Langley as CREEP -- Look, but don't touch.
Leonardo Leonie as CIG -- Some bad habits have worse consequences.
Derek Russo as TANK -- The Giant will fall.
Kalyn Hardman as KNIVES -- This wolf has teeth.
Tyler Buckingham as FLASH -- Gone in a flash.
Rion Plater as MISSING VIOLET -- Bravery comes in all sizes.
LOCATION: This 30+ Acre plot of land hosts a Sawmill, Car Graveyard, Vineyard, Bamboo Forest, Lake, and more. We are thrilled for the opportunity to film here.
Shane Morton -- SPFX Coordinator
Shane Morton is the mad scientist behind the Silver Scream FX Lab. After watching King Kong ('33) at the age of three, it was decided that he would become a monster maker. He has gone on to work with many recognizable names in the horror genre, most notably, Rob Zombie. He is also the designer/builder behind the Atlanta Zombie Apocalypse horror attraction. He brings over 3 decades of experience to this film.
Justin H. Reich -- Director of Photography
Justin H. Reich is an Editor, Director, and Cinematographer, known for Skip (2018), Ace Frehley feat. Paul Stanley: Fire and Water (2016) and Black Label Society: Angel of Mercy (2014).
INSPIRATIONS & SIMILAR TITLES: The Equalizer, Kate, Promising Young Woman, I Spit On Your Grave, The Raid 2, The Boys, Revenge, Blood Red Sky.
Brian Krainson|ATL Stunts
Gabriel Trujillo -- Stills Photographer @g_truj
*THE HUNTED will be a Covid-Compliant Production, according to the most recent RTW Agreement and CDC Guidelines, to include pre-hire testing and PPE on set.
JOIN THE HUNT:
- Follow us @WretchedSoil on Instagram.
- Pledge to your Preferred Wishlist Item or Incentive.
- Follow the Campaign for Updates.
- Share with your friends to support.
We thank you for joining our Team!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Top Tier Talent
Costs $3,125
The cast of people who will bring these characters to life are Atlanta local superstars.
Stunts
Costs $2,000
Blood-pumping action requires impressive choreography and safety-conscious coordination.
THAT'S LUNCH!
Costs $1,875
Morale is heavily tied to satisfied stomachs! Help feed the Team!
SPFX
Costs $1,500
All of our effects will be executed practically. Blood, prosthetics, co2 squibs and more!
Rentals & Insurance
Costs $4,000
This covers all the equipment we need & production insurance!
Location Location Location
Costs $2,000
We've found the perfect setting for this tale. This covers 4 days of filming.
The Team
Costs $3,500
We are pulling in favors but still need to cover crew for a four day shoot! Teamwork = dream work!
Production Design
Costs $4,000
The killer cast needs costumes, makeup, props and light gags to bring the killer story to life!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Anissa Matlock & Leonardo J. Leonie -- Writers/Directors
Anissa Matlock is an Atlanta-based filmmaker, actor, and visual artist. Her directorial debut premiered at the Atlanta Film Festival in 2019, with a sequel premiering at the same festival the following year, and was purchased for distribution by Indican Pictures in 2022. The oldest of three born into a military family, Matlock credits her imagination and adaptability to her family's frequent cross-country moves throughout her childhood. Matlock can be seen on network shows such as The Power on Amazon Prime, The Gifted, Reprisal and The Resident!
Leonardo James Leonie is a writer, director, and visual artist. Born in South Africa and raised on the beaches of Santa Cruz, Lenny holds a BA in Film & TV, with an emphasis in Writing & Directing. He has written and sold multiple feature length screenplays, and most recently directed the pilot episode of a post-apocalyptic series based on the Book of Daniel.
Andrew Hunter -- Executive Producer
Andrew Hunter is a full-time actor and producer who has spent the last decade working in TV & Film. He has a BA in acting and directing. This will be Andrew's third time wearing the Executive Producing hat, and his fifth time serving as a casting director. In between industry jobs, Andrew manages Airstream Island, and Atlanta tropical Airbnb escape. Follow @rewhunter & @AirstreamIsland.
Kenneth Trujillo -- Executive Producer
Kenneth Trujillo is an award winning actor, director, and producer. This chameleon artist has made his mark in Film & TV shows alongside some of the industry's biggest names. He started Kojak Films in 2018, producing visual narratives that have helped tell the stories of brands, artists, and musicians in the Southeast.
Follow @lordofsunshine & @kojak_films.
Annie Jacob -- Executive Producer
Annie Jacob is a local native to Atlanta. She is a working actor, writer and producer, whose love for the arts began in college where she produced, wrote, and directed an original play for her senior thesis. Eventually she transitioned into TV & Film, winning roles in the nostalgic reboot He's All That and MOTHERLAND: Fort Salem. She has since produced multiple projects, ranging in genre from horror to comedy.
Follow @theanniejacob.
Michael Aaron Milligan -- Executive Producer
Michael Aaron Milligan is an American Actor, Producer, and Comedian. He is best known for his role as "Macias" on Netflix's Outer Banks, "Mackowski" in Black Bird, opposite Taron Egerton, and as "Tuna" in the 2022 film Samaritan, opposite Sylvester Stallone. His most notible roles include Acadamy Award Nominee Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri. Milligan joins THE HUNTED as an Executive Producer, bringing over two decades of industry experience to the film. Follow @thanksamilligan.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story begins with every woman's worst nightmare: A sex-trafficker posing as Prince Charming drugs and kidnaps a young woman he perceives as weak, vulnerable, and alone. But deep in the woods of rural Georgia, he and his operation learn the hard way that Karma is a raging bitch when the tables turn in the most brutal way, and these predatory hunters become THE HUNTED.
The Characters
(click names for bios)Brittney Rae Carerra as KARMA -- When her date goes wrong & she wakes surrounded by traffickers, this sweetheart does what any helpless monster would do... She tears out their spines.
Anissa Matlock as THE WATCHER -- Not one for conversation, she lets her rifle do the talking. When Karma strikes back, it's because she told her where to look.
Michael Reagan as CHARMING -- Appearances aren't always what they seem, as Charming and his gang will come to find out when he kidnaps the wrong "girl."
Jess Matney as HANDSY -- He should have kept his hands to himself.
Gus Langley as CREEP -- Look, but don't touch.
Leonardo Leonie as CIG -- Some bad habits have worse consequences.
Derek Russo as TANK -- The Giant will fall.
Kalyn Hardman as KNIVES -- This wolf has teeth.
Tyler Buckingham as FLASH -- Gone in a flash.
Rion Plater as MISSING VIOLET -- Bravery comes in all sizes.
LOCATION: This 30+ Acre plot of land hosts a Sawmill, Car Graveyard, Vineyard, Bamboo Forest, Lake, and more. We are thrilled for the opportunity to film here.
Shane Morton -- SPFX Coordinator
Shane Morton is the mad scientist behind the Silver Scream FX Lab. After watching King Kong ('33) at the age of three, it was decided that he would become a monster maker. He has gone on to work with many recognizable names in the horror genre, most notably, Rob Zombie. He is also the designer/builder behind the Atlanta Zombie Apocalypse horror attraction. He brings over 3 decades of experience to this film.
Justin H. Reich -- Director of Photography
Justin H. Reich is an Editor, Director, and Cinematographer, known for Skip (2018), Ace Frehley feat. Paul Stanley: Fire and Water (2016) and Black Label Society: Angel of Mercy (2014).
INSPIRATIONS & SIMILAR TITLES: The Equalizer, Kate, Promising Young Woman, I Spit On Your Grave, The Raid 2, The Boys, Revenge, Blood Red Sky.
Brian Krainson|ATL Stunts
Gabriel Trujillo -- Stills Photographer @g_truj
*THE HUNTED will be a Covid-Compliant Production, according to the most recent RTW Agreement and CDC Guidelines, to include pre-hire testing and PPE on set.
JOIN THE HUNT:
- Follow us @WretchedSoil on Instagram.
- Pledge to your Preferred Wishlist Item or Incentive.
- Follow the Campaign for Updates.
- Share with your friends to support.
We thank you for joining our Team!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Top Tier Talent
Costs $3,125
The cast of people who will bring these characters to life are Atlanta local superstars.
Stunts
Costs $2,000
Blood-pumping action requires impressive choreography and safety-conscious coordination.
THAT'S LUNCH!
Costs $1,875
Morale is heavily tied to satisfied stomachs! Help feed the Team!
SPFX
Costs $1,500
All of our effects will be executed practically. Blood, prosthetics, co2 squibs and more!
Rentals & Insurance
Costs $4,000
This covers all the equipment we need & production insurance!
Location Location Location
Costs $2,000
We've found the perfect setting for this tale. This covers 4 days of filming.
The Team
Costs $3,500
We are pulling in favors but still need to cover crew for a four day shoot! Teamwork = dream work!
Production Design
Costs $4,000
The killer cast needs costumes, makeup, props and light gags to bring the killer story to life!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Anissa Matlock & Leonardo J. Leonie -- Writers/Directors
Anissa Matlock is an Atlanta-based filmmaker, actor, and visual artist. Her directorial debut premiered at the Atlanta Film Festival in 2019, with a sequel premiering at the same festival the following year, and was purchased for distribution by Indican Pictures in 2022. The oldest of three born into a military family, Matlock credits her imagination and adaptability to her family's frequent cross-country moves throughout her childhood. Matlock can be seen on network shows such as The Power on Amazon Prime, The Gifted, Reprisal and The Resident!
Leonardo James Leonie is a writer, director, and visual artist. Born in South Africa and raised on the beaches of Santa Cruz, Lenny holds a BA in Film & TV, with an emphasis in Writing & Directing. He has written and sold multiple feature length screenplays, and most recently directed the pilot episode of a post-apocalyptic series based on the Book of Daniel.
Andrew Hunter -- Executive Producer
Andrew Hunter is a full-time actor and producer who has spent the last decade working in TV & Film. He has a BA in acting and directing. This will be Andrew's third time wearing the Executive Producing hat, and his fifth time serving as a casting director. In between industry jobs, Andrew manages Airstream Island, and Atlanta tropical Airbnb escape. Follow @rewhunter & @AirstreamIsland.
Kenneth Trujillo -- Executive Producer
Kenneth Trujillo is an award winning actor, director, and producer. This chameleon artist has made his mark in Film & TV shows alongside some of the industry's biggest names. He started Kojak Films in 2018, producing visual narratives that have helped tell the stories of brands, artists, and musicians in the Southeast.
Follow @lordofsunshine & @kojak_films.
Annie Jacob -- Executive Producer
Annie Jacob is a local native to Atlanta. She is a working actor, writer and producer, whose love for the arts began in college where she produced, wrote, and directed an original play for her senior thesis. Eventually she transitioned into TV & Film, winning roles in the nostalgic reboot He's All That and MOTHERLAND: Fort Salem. She has since produced multiple projects, ranging in genre from horror to comedy.
Follow @theanniejacob.
Michael Aaron Milligan -- Executive Producer
Michael Aaron Milligan is an American Actor, Producer, and Comedian. He is best known for his role as "Macias" on Netflix's Outer Banks, "Mackowski" in Black Bird, opposite Taron Egerton, and as "Tuna" in the 2022 film Samaritan, opposite Sylvester Stallone. His most notible roles include Acadamy Award Nominee Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri. Milligan joins THE HUNTED as an Executive Producer, bringing over two decades of industry experience to the film. Follow @thanksamilligan.