The Man With No Eyes
San Francisco, California | Film Short
Thriller, Horror
We at Endless Love, believe no one should face loss alone. The Man With No Eyes documents a corporation's failed attempt at artificial love. Welcome to The Endless World; an anthology series of short films where human existence is slowly being packaged, priced, and sold back to you. Sound familiar?
The Man With No Eyes
San Francisco, California | Film Short
Thriller, Horror
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We at Endless Love, believe no one should face loss alone. The Man With No Eyes documents a corporation's failed attempt at artificial love. Welcome to The Endless World; an anthology series of short films where human existence is slowly being packaged, priced, and sold back to you. Sound familiar?
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
ENDLESS LOVE:
Losing a spouse is hard, after medical fees, funeral costs and enough tears to stop a drought. You’re left with no money, no energy and no partner.
Avoid that future with Endless Love. The solution to ALL your grieving needs.
Here at Endless Love, not only do we cover funeral & medical costs from your partner, we guarantee you a partner that will be there for you in your time of grieving and fill that void left in your heart.
WHY THIS STORY?
The mass majority of Americans choose to metaphorically gouge their eyes out and walk the streets every day. We form habits that wound us mentally, spiritually and even physically, yet we are addicted to our own demise. The system thrives off of this addiction and we must rally together before it's too late.
So how do you rally an army of people that don't even know there is a war being waged onto them?
The Endless World is my callout to that war. Otis would rather stay comfortable than question what is right in front of him. Asha would rather numb the pain than sit inside it. Endless Love is the entity that built a business around both of them.
The Man With No Eyes is a story that crosses films like Get Out and Sorry to Bother You; making a commentary on the social landscape through striking visuals and a bone chilling story. A man so blind to the reality around him that when it finally becomes undeniable, he would rather destroy his own eyes than face it.
WHY FUND THIS FILM NOW?
The million dollar question (or the $6500 one in this case). Here's reason #1: The gouged eye visual acts as a powerful hook for a wide audience.
(reaction photos from our proof of concept shoot on Super Bowl Sunday in San Francisco.)
We have a concept that demands the attention of anyone that sees the main character. One glance at Otis begs 2 questions: What happened to his eyes? Followed by: How do I see more?
The audience gets wrapped up in the story before a word is said.
This is proven by what we accomplished Super Bowl Sunday. I chose to shoot this day because I knew there would be a large amount of people outside, it was a true test of the concept.
People were constantly asking questions, asking us what this was for, what happened to Otis and some even followed our crew to the next location, creating a bit of an entourage for our team. We created a public moment intentionally, to merge this world we have created with the reality we live in. Bringing the silver screen to the audience.
That's how you build a base that wants more!
This concept has momentum and a vision all it's missing is the funds to put it in front of the masses.
WHY US TO TELL THIS STORY?
I have used the words "us" and "we" repeatedly, the team I have assembled is a collection of talented and ambitious people I've met through all walks of life and here's the kicker:
The majority of us aren't even over the age of 25.
Here are some talented people I have confirmed waiting for this project to get the green light:
This is a visually driven script & Elijah is the only guy I trust to bring this story to life in the way i envisioned it.
His work breathes life and captures the feelings that can’t be expressed with words.
Elijah is someone I heavily admire and it's been a personal dream to work with him. He's been working on large scale sets for both film and TV for almost 10 years and his film photography work is stunning to say the least.
When first telling him about the project I'll never forget him telling me exactly what kind of DP I'll need to execute it and giving me a whole bunch of ways to accomplish certain shots I had blocked out already. My response was: "Well actually I was calling to ask you to DP." It's been my goal since then to get this project off the ground to work with someone I consider an inspiration and friend. We're itching to start booking locations and renting equipment.
The Man with No Eyes wardrobe creates an era ambiguous environment. Extras will be styled inspired by different eras of fashion.
Each on screen extra will be styled with the intention of looking like the main character of their own story.
Keenan’s talent and eye speak for themselves. He’ll have the audience rewatching just to see the extras!
Keenan & I met working a side job that supplemented our creative work. One thing in particular I admired about Keenan's as a creative is his ability to build these surreal characters through his fashion. Keenan is a great energy to have around and he has an eye for fashion that I fully can trust in an area that holds extreme importance for this absurd and wild world we are building. Imagine if he had a budget to style all the extras in the scenes!
The outfits alone would be worth a rewatch!
When I first met Julius on set, his enthusiasm is what jumped out to me. I'd never met a G&E guy so energetic (usually they hate their lives!) Not only was his energy infectious but he was damn good too. We talked about his directional debut: Stained Red; and his journey (successfully) crowdfunding that project. That conversation was a heavy inspiration for me to know this film was possible even without studio backing.
ANYTIME I HAVE A CRAZY IDEA,
RASPBERRY IS ONE OF THE FIRST PEOPLE I CALL.
She is able to bring these surreal visuals to life from what feels like out of thin air.
She is at the heart of this project & none of this is possible without her.
Those are only 3 extremely talented people: here's the team we had for the proof of concept!
This was the small and mighty crew we had on Super Bowl Sunday. My best way of thanking them for their work is securing a budget to shoot this film in its entirety. What we were able to accomplish so far was no small feat, especially when you take into account that 3 of these talented people aren’t even over the age of 21. They 5 are prime examples
of the the new generations creative passion and ambition. For just a few hours we were able to bring a dream into reality!
and lastly, yours truly:
This is me. A 23 year old who created an entire world of stories and concepts from my journal entries.
The Endless World reflects my perspective on the predatory nature of capitalism. The characters embody my deepest fears, insecurities and aspirations.These scripts are not just stories, they are curated Dreams & Nightmares. I layout my most vulnerable thoughts to give a voice to the feelings I hold inside.
The Endless World was started in a hospital bed when i was 19. I was alone in the middle of a mental health crisis about to be 51/50'd & had no access to my phone. In a city where I knew nobody. Otis is the first character I created in my journal.He encapsulates the experience of watching your life slip out of your control.
Spoiler alert: it makes you want to gouge out your own eyes.
The Man with No Eyes is my directional debut. In order to make this happen:
I wrote, shot, produced, directed, edited, colored & scored (with original music) the proof of concept.
Watch it on our Instagram: @themanwithnoeyes_film
So why us?
This team makes it happen by any means necessary. In an industry where paid gigs are hard to come by, we are young creatives that take the initiative to create our own opportunities rather than wait for someone else to do it. Purely for the love of the game. You aren't just investing into a film, you're investing into the next generation of creatives in an industry that desperately needs new passionate voices.
Now before I move on: I must talk about the cast. It's my favorite part as director.
THE TALENT:
Anese is a multi-talented creative & a joy to work with. Before our first phone call, she very casually dropped that she was singing the national anthem at the NFL Pro Bowl so we had to push it back a day. Her enthusiasm for the character of Asha is exactly what I look for when talking to potential actors.
Not to mention her video audition got an instant yes from my AD and nearly a tear from me.
Who in the world am I gonna find that can portray madly in love husband & walk around with SFX makeup over their eyes for an entire day? This was quickly answered when receiving Fernando's audition.
He expressed his excitement to play the role of Otis due to the complexity of the character and the opportunity to recreate the blinding from Oedipus Rex. Turns out, we went to the same high school for a year and never met! And now here we are years later, eyes gouged out making a movie.
Casting Sierra was like catching lightning in a bottle. She's based in NY, we had not met prior to me putting out a casting call on Instagram for a voice actor that can do a corporate marketing voice. Her audition made The Endless Company real for the first time outside of script form. Her fantastic work for the proof of concept is why I framed it as an advertisement. Everyone keeps asking if it was an AI voice... NO! Just an extremely talented actress.
Last but not least: The real Otis. I can't say much because we have yet to shoot his scenes. (He is in the upcoming June scenes) What I will say is Makaile has one of my favorite lines written in the script and arguably the most important one too. I plan to explore the explosive relationship between Asha and the real Otis in later scripts.
We are looking to raise $6500...
for a full weekend of shooting in June 2026. (Targeted date is the 26th & 27th)
This will NOT be the entire film shot in one weekend. We will be shooting Otis discovering Asha cheating & the lead up to the horrifying eye gouging.
Here is what the $6500 will go towards:
- Gear Rentals: Cameras, Lighting, Mics, Furniture rentals, Equipment Vans, hard drives/SD Cards, etc.
- Location & Materials Costs: The house, SFX makeup materials, Art Dept, Wardrobe,
- Paying the crew/cast: Most importantly, I want to compensate this talented team with more than just pizza and snacks. It's necessary that my cast & crew are paid for everyday they work on this film. (I paid the actors out of pocket for the proof of concept!)
HOW & WHEN YOU CAN WATCH SCENES SHOT IN JUNE:
- Check out our incentives: There are multiple ways to watch what we create in June. Lower tiers come with an exclusive streaming link from Kinema. Higher tiers are invited to a private screening event held in the Bay Area, CA upon completion at the end of Summer 2026.
In the event that we raise OVER $6500:
All additional funds will be put right back into the film. Here's how:
- If we hit $8000 that pays all crew members for their hard work in June.
- If we hit $9000- More festival submissions & paid marketing for film exposure + additional social media content to build the Endless World!
- Hitting $10,000- Adding on more team members such as editors (right now it's still just me!), a dedicated marketing team and even additional actors to make content that further builds out The Endless World.
If we hit $15,000-
We'd be able to shoot the FULL SHORT FILM! We could fly out our Unknown Voice from New York and shoot the remaining house scenes. Further develop our NDLESS app into a fully functional one stop shop for everything involved with The Endless World. This would allow us to fully independently begin the introduction to our anthology series, making it a first of its kind.
We are currently in the Pre-Production stage but ready to shoot in June; once this is project is green lit my team is ready to get to work.
- Script is finalized.
- Cast & Crew are locked in.
- Dates & Locations are set.
All we need now is: you!
- Follow us here on this Seed & Spark campaign & on social media: @themanwithnoeyes_film
- Share this Seed & Spark to everyone you know! (Just show them a picture of Otis, we'll handle the rest)
THE VISION WILL BE REALIZED.
THANK YOU!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
4x4' Floppy Cutter
Costs $22
4x4 fabric panel mounted on a frame used to block and shape light, reduce bounce and control shadows on set.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Festival Submissions + Marketing
Costs $292
Festival submissions & marketing outreach cost $! The remainder of the budget will be dedicated to getting as many eyes on this as we can.
Art Department Budget
Costs $250
This covers props, set design & transportation of materials we use. These are the small (and big!) details that give life to our film.
Wardrobe Budget
Costs $300
Our wardrobe designer Keenan will be creating custom pieces for the 2 Otis' and styling Asha. This is key in how we show who's a clone!
Feed our Cast & Crew!
Costs $650
The cast and crew got to eat! This will cover breakfast, craft services and a lunch for everyone on set for the 2 day shoot in June.
Editing Budget
Costs $800
Though I (Amare) will be editing these scenes, I'm going to need assistance with the SFX & sharing the workload. We need another editor!
SFX-Makeup Budget
Costs $650
Our talented SFX artist will be the key in accomplishing the eye gouging scene. The better her budget, the more gruesome we can get!
Cords & Sandbags
Costs $30
The essential equipment to ensure safety and power management on our set. Safety first!
Aputure 700x + fresnel
Costs $60
High powered bi-color LED with fresnel attachment for precise directional light and dramatic hard shadows. Needed for the Otis altercation!
Aputure Nova P300C RGBWW with Softbox Kit
Costs $70
Professional full color LED panel delivering high output daylight and tungsten balanced light with precise color accuracy, ideal for houses!
4x4 Opal Diffusion
Costs $12
4x4 frame with diffusion material that softens and spreads light evenly across your subject, bringing out the beauty in the lack of eyes!
Location Rental
Costs $1,631
This is the current house we'd like to shoot at. Imagine Otis walking up that large driveway before his life completely falls apart!
C-Stand
Costs $10
Ahhh- Ol' reliable. You won't walk onto a set without seeing a couple C-Stands
Combo Stands (2x)
Costs $24
Versatile heavy duty stand that holds both lighting and camera equipment simultaneously, reducing the number of stands needed on set.
C-Boom
Costs $35
Counterbalanced overhead arm that suspends the camera above the set for high angle and top down shots.
Bazooka Mount
Costs $100
Adjustable arm mount for securing the camera to a bazooka pole for elevated or angled shots.
Doorway Dolly with Skate Wheels and Track Kit
Costs $110
Doorway dolly with skate wheels and track kit for smooth tracking shots in tight interior spaces.
SteadiCam Operator
Costs $600
We are shooting Otis arriving home as one continuous shot. A SteadiCam Operator is needed to follow The Man with No Eyes through the house!
Teradek Bolt XT 500 1:2 ( Range 500')
Costs $200
This is the transmitter for the wireless monitor. Can't have one without the other!
SmallHD 17inch wireless monitor
Costs $150
The director needs to see the shot without being right behind the camera. Shooting in a house with tight spaces makes this a necessity!
Anton Bauer Titon Micro 90 Gold Mount Power Kit 4-Pack
Costs $143
Shooting for 2 full days in June is gonna require a-lot of power. How can I say lights, camera, action with no batteries for lights and cam?
Sony 1920GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH Memory Card
Costs $111
SD cards and data drives have risen exponentially in price. This SD card renal saves us hundreds of dollars in equipment & in production!
Dzofilm Arles Lens Set- Rental
Costs $250
My DP sent me a list and this was at the top. High quality lens rental, everything we need for lenses all in one package.
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About This Team
This is how far back we go:
After the proof of concept shoot, I'd been seeking funding for this on my own. My crew mates have their own respective projects they're on; and honestly it's a lot to ask of anyone to help you try to crowdfund a film, especially if they themselves aren't filmmakers.
I began to burn out, with trying to balance my life between work, school and building an entire anthology series, it was becoming overwhelming. That's how even the brightest creative fires get put out quick.
However,
On my lunch break, God answered a prayer for help I had not uttered aloud.
In a span of 2 weeks my proof of concept became something ready to be shared. It was no longer a crazy idea in my head, it's something tangible, raw and exciting. The energy of the project is palpable, it has a life to it that is infectious and that's why I believe in it so much. Elijah has been the exact marketing/fundraising manager I needed, holds me accountable, consistent, honest, doesn't come from a film background and most importantly someone I can trust. Every meeting we have is always forward, and the momentum of the project has picked up immensely.
Creating an idea like this requires a lot of brain power and a community. There has to be multiple hands on it for it to grow, and I'm thankful to get that needed support from someone I've known almost my whole life.
Precicate you Elijah!
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
ENDLESS LOVE:
Losing a spouse is hard, after medical fees, funeral costs and enough tears to stop a drought. You’re left with no money, no energy and no partner.
Avoid that future with Endless Love. The solution to ALL your grieving needs.
Here at Endless Love, not only do we cover funeral & medical costs from your partner, we guarantee you a partner that will be there for you in your time of grieving and fill that void left in your heart.
WHY THIS STORY?
The mass majority of Americans choose to metaphorically gouge their eyes out and walk the streets every day. We form habits that wound us mentally, spiritually and even physically, yet we are addicted to our own demise. The system thrives off of this addiction and we must rally together before it's too late.
So how do you rally an army of people that don't even know there is a war being waged onto them?
The Endless World is my callout to that war. Otis would rather stay comfortable than question what is right in front of him. Asha would rather numb the pain than sit inside it. Endless Love is the entity that built a business around both of them.
The Man With No Eyes is a story that crosses films like Get Out and Sorry to Bother You; making a commentary on the social landscape through striking visuals and a bone chilling story. A man so blind to the reality around him that when it finally becomes undeniable, he would rather destroy his own eyes than face it.
WHY FUND THIS FILM NOW?
The million dollar question (or the $6500 one in this case). Here's reason #1: The gouged eye visual acts as a powerful hook for a wide audience.
(reaction photos from our proof of concept shoot on Super Bowl Sunday in San Francisco.)
We have a concept that demands the attention of anyone that sees the main character. One glance at Otis begs 2 questions: What happened to his eyes? Followed by: How do I see more?
The audience gets wrapped up in the story before a word is said.
This is proven by what we accomplished Super Bowl Sunday. I chose to shoot this day because I knew there would be a large amount of people outside, it was a true test of the concept.
People were constantly asking questions, asking us what this was for, what happened to Otis and some even followed our crew to the next location, creating a bit of an entourage for our team. We created a public moment intentionally, to merge this world we have created with the reality we live in. Bringing the silver screen to the audience.
That's how you build a base that wants more!
This concept has momentum and a vision all it's missing is the funds to put it in front of the masses.
WHY US TO TELL THIS STORY?
I have used the words "us" and "we" repeatedly, the team I have assembled is a collection of talented and ambitious people I've met through all walks of life and here's the kicker:
The majority of us aren't even over the age of 25.
Here are some talented people I have confirmed waiting for this project to get the green light:
This is a visually driven script & Elijah is the only guy I trust to bring this story to life in the way i envisioned it.
His work breathes life and captures the feelings that can’t be expressed with words.
Elijah is someone I heavily admire and it's been a personal dream to work with him. He's been working on large scale sets for both film and TV for almost 10 years and his film photography work is stunning to say the least.
When first telling him about the project I'll never forget him telling me exactly what kind of DP I'll need to execute it and giving me a whole bunch of ways to accomplish certain shots I had blocked out already. My response was: "Well actually I was calling to ask you to DP." It's been my goal since then to get this project off the ground to work with someone I consider an inspiration and friend. We're itching to start booking locations and renting equipment.
The Man with No Eyes wardrobe creates an era ambiguous environment. Extras will be styled inspired by different eras of fashion.
Each on screen extra will be styled with the intention of looking like the main character of their own story.
Keenan’s talent and eye speak for themselves. He’ll have the audience rewatching just to see the extras!
Keenan & I met working a side job that supplemented our creative work. One thing in particular I admired about Keenan's as a creative is his ability to build these surreal characters through his fashion. Keenan is a great energy to have around and he has an eye for fashion that I fully can trust in an area that holds extreme importance for this absurd and wild world we are building. Imagine if he had a budget to style all the extras in the scenes!
The outfits alone would be worth a rewatch!
When I first met Julius on set, his enthusiasm is what jumped out to me. I'd never met a G&E guy so energetic (usually they hate their lives!) Not only was his energy infectious but he was damn good too. We talked about his directional debut: Stained Red; and his journey (successfully) crowdfunding that project. That conversation was a heavy inspiration for me to know this film was possible even without studio backing.
ANYTIME I HAVE A CRAZY IDEA,
RASPBERRY IS ONE OF THE FIRST PEOPLE I CALL.
She is able to bring these surreal visuals to life from what feels like out of thin air.
She is at the heart of this project & none of this is possible without her.
Those are only 3 extremely talented people: here's the team we had for the proof of concept!
This was the small and mighty crew we had on Super Bowl Sunday. My best way of thanking them for their work is securing a budget to shoot this film in its entirety. What we were able to accomplish so far was no small feat, especially when you take into account that 3 of these talented people aren’t even over the age of 21. They 5 are prime examples
of the the new generations creative passion and ambition. For just a few hours we were able to bring a dream into reality!
and lastly, yours truly:
This is me. A 23 year old who created an entire world of stories and concepts from my journal entries.
The Endless World reflects my perspective on the predatory nature of capitalism. The characters embody my deepest fears, insecurities and aspirations.These scripts are not just stories, they are curated Dreams & Nightmares. I layout my most vulnerable thoughts to give a voice to the feelings I hold inside.
The Endless World was started in a hospital bed when i was 19. I was alone in the middle of a mental health crisis about to be 51/50'd & had no access to my phone. In a city where I knew nobody. Otis is the first character I created in my journal.He encapsulates the experience of watching your life slip out of your control.
Spoiler alert: it makes you want to gouge out your own eyes.
The Man with No Eyes is my directional debut. In order to make this happen:
I wrote, shot, produced, directed, edited, colored & scored (with original music) the proof of concept.
Watch it on our Instagram: @themanwithnoeyes_film
So why us?
This team makes it happen by any means necessary. In an industry where paid gigs are hard to come by, we are young creatives that take the initiative to create our own opportunities rather than wait for someone else to do it. Purely for the love of the game. You aren't just investing into a film, you're investing into the next generation of creatives in an industry that desperately needs new passionate voices.
Now before I move on: I must talk about the cast. It's my favorite part as director.
THE TALENT:
Anese is a multi-talented creative & a joy to work with. Before our first phone call, she very casually dropped that she was singing the national anthem at the NFL Pro Bowl so we had to push it back a day. Her enthusiasm for the character of Asha is exactly what I look for when talking to potential actors.
Not to mention her video audition got an instant yes from my AD and nearly a tear from me.
Who in the world am I gonna find that can portray madly in love husband & walk around with SFX makeup over their eyes for an entire day? This was quickly answered when receiving Fernando's audition.
He expressed his excitement to play the role of Otis due to the complexity of the character and the opportunity to recreate the blinding from Oedipus Rex. Turns out, we went to the same high school for a year and never met! And now here we are years later, eyes gouged out making a movie.
Casting Sierra was like catching lightning in a bottle. She's based in NY, we had not met prior to me putting out a casting call on Instagram for a voice actor that can do a corporate marketing voice. Her audition made The Endless Company real for the first time outside of script form. Her fantastic work for the proof of concept is why I framed it as an advertisement. Everyone keeps asking if it was an AI voice... NO! Just an extremely talented actress.
Last but not least: The real Otis. I can't say much because we have yet to shoot his scenes. (He is in the upcoming June scenes) What I will say is Makaile has one of my favorite lines written in the script and arguably the most important one too. I plan to explore the explosive relationship between Asha and the real Otis in later scripts.
We are looking to raise $6500...
for a full weekend of shooting in June 2026. (Targeted date is the 26th & 27th)
This will NOT be the entire film shot in one weekend. We will be shooting Otis discovering Asha cheating & the lead up to the horrifying eye gouging.
Here is what the $6500 will go towards:
- Gear Rentals: Cameras, Lighting, Mics, Furniture rentals, Equipment Vans, hard drives/SD Cards, etc.
- Location & Materials Costs: The house, SFX makeup materials, Art Dept, Wardrobe,
- Paying the crew/cast: Most importantly, I want to compensate this talented team with more than just pizza and snacks. It's necessary that my cast & crew are paid for everyday they work on this film. (I paid the actors out of pocket for the proof of concept!)
HOW & WHEN YOU CAN WATCH SCENES SHOT IN JUNE:
- Check out our incentives: There are multiple ways to watch what we create in June. Lower tiers come with an exclusive streaming link from Kinema. Higher tiers are invited to a private screening event held in the Bay Area, CA upon completion at the end of Summer 2026.
In the event that we raise OVER $6500:
All additional funds will be put right back into the film. Here's how:
- If we hit $8000 that pays all crew members for their hard work in June.
- If we hit $9000- More festival submissions & paid marketing for film exposure + additional social media content to build the Endless World!
- Hitting $10,000- Adding on more team members such as editors (right now it's still just me!), a dedicated marketing team and even additional actors to make content that further builds out The Endless World.
If we hit $15,000-
We'd be able to shoot the FULL SHORT FILM! We could fly out our Unknown Voice from New York and shoot the remaining house scenes. Further develop our NDLESS app into a fully functional one stop shop for everything involved with The Endless World. This would allow us to fully independently begin the introduction to our anthology series, making it a first of its kind.
We are currently in the Pre-Production stage but ready to shoot in June; once this is project is green lit my team is ready to get to work.
- Script is finalized.
- Cast & Crew are locked in.
- Dates & Locations are set.
All we need now is: you!
- Follow us here on this Seed & Spark campaign & on social media: @themanwithnoeyes_film
- Share this Seed & Spark to everyone you know! (Just show them a picture of Otis, we'll handle the rest)
THE VISION WILL BE REALIZED.
THANK YOU!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
4x4' Floppy Cutter
Costs $22
4x4 fabric panel mounted on a frame used to block and shape light, reduce bounce and control shadows on set.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Festival Submissions + Marketing
Costs $292
Festival submissions & marketing outreach cost $! The remainder of the budget will be dedicated to getting as many eyes on this as we can.
Art Department Budget
Costs $250
This covers props, set design & transportation of materials we use. These are the small (and big!) details that give life to our film.
Wardrobe Budget
Costs $300
Our wardrobe designer Keenan will be creating custom pieces for the 2 Otis' and styling Asha. This is key in how we show who's a clone!
Feed our Cast & Crew!
Costs $650
The cast and crew got to eat! This will cover breakfast, craft services and a lunch for everyone on set for the 2 day shoot in June.
Editing Budget
Costs $800
Though I (Amare) will be editing these scenes, I'm going to need assistance with the SFX & sharing the workload. We need another editor!
SFX-Makeup Budget
Costs $650
Our talented SFX artist will be the key in accomplishing the eye gouging scene. The better her budget, the more gruesome we can get!
Cords & Sandbags
Costs $30
The essential equipment to ensure safety and power management on our set. Safety first!
Aputure 700x + fresnel
Costs $60
High powered bi-color LED with fresnel attachment for precise directional light and dramatic hard shadows. Needed for the Otis altercation!
Aputure Nova P300C RGBWW with Softbox Kit
Costs $70
Professional full color LED panel delivering high output daylight and tungsten balanced light with precise color accuracy, ideal for houses!
4x4 Opal Diffusion
Costs $12
4x4 frame with diffusion material that softens and spreads light evenly across your subject, bringing out the beauty in the lack of eyes!
Location Rental
Costs $1,631
This is the current house we'd like to shoot at. Imagine Otis walking up that large driveway before his life completely falls apart!
C-Stand
Costs $10
Ahhh- Ol' reliable. You won't walk onto a set without seeing a couple C-Stands
Combo Stands (2x)
Costs $24
Versatile heavy duty stand that holds both lighting and camera equipment simultaneously, reducing the number of stands needed on set.
C-Boom
Costs $35
Counterbalanced overhead arm that suspends the camera above the set for high angle and top down shots.
Bazooka Mount
Costs $100
Adjustable arm mount for securing the camera to a bazooka pole for elevated or angled shots.
Doorway Dolly with Skate Wheels and Track Kit
Costs $110
Doorway dolly with skate wheels and track kit for smooth tracking shots in tight interior spaces.
SteadiCam Operator
Costs $600
We are shooting Otis arriving home as one continuous shot. A SteadiCam Operator is needed to follow The Man with No Eyes through the house!
Teradek Bolt XT 500 1:2 ( Range 500')
Costs $200
This is the transmitter for the wireless monitor. Can't have one without the other!
SmallHD 17inch wireless monitor
Costs $150
The director needs to see the shot without being right behind the camera. Shooting in a house with tight spaces makes this a necessity!
Anton Bauer Titon Micro 90 Gold Mount Power Kit 4-Pack
Costs $143
Shooting for 2 full days in June is gonna require a-lot of power. How can I say lights, camera, action with no batteries for lights and cam?
Sony 1920GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH Memory Card
Costs $111
SD cards and data drives have risen exponentially in price. This SD card renal saves us hundreds of dollars in equipment & in production!
Dzofilm Arles Lens Set- Rental
Costs $250
My DP sent me a list and this was at the top. High quality lens rental, everything we need for lenses all in one package.
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About This Team
This is how far back we go:
After the proof of concept shoot, I'd been seeking funding for this on my own. My crew mates have their own respective projects they're on; and honestly it's a lot to ask of anyone to help you try to crowdfund a film, especially if they themselves aren't filmmakers.
I began to burn out, with trying to balance my life between work, school and building an entire anthology series, it was becoming overwhelming. That's how even the brightest creative fires get put out quick.
However,
On my lunch break, God answered a prayer for help I had not uttered aloud.
In a span of 2 weeks my proof of concept became something ready to be shared. It was no longer a crazy idea in my head, it's something tangible, raw and exciting. The energy of the project is palpable, it has a life to it that is infectious and that's why I believe in it so much. Elijah has been the exact marketing/fundraising manager I needed, holds me accountable, consistent, honest, doesn't come from a film background and most importantly someone I can trust. Every meeting we have is always forward, and the momentum of the project has picked up immensely.
Creating an idea like this requires a lot of brain power and a community. There has to be multiple hands on it for it to grow, and I'm thankful to get that needed support from someone I've known almost my whole life.
Precicate you Elijah!