The Runner
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Horror, Sci-Fi
"The Runner" is a heart pounding Sci-Fi/Horror short film that follows a woman and her blind son down the haunting coastline of a post-apocalyptic world. At its core this story is about a boy learning to embrace his disability, and conquer his own fears to survive against all odds.
The Runner
Los Angeles, California | Film Short
Horror, Sci-Fi
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"The Runner" is a heart pounding Sci-Fi/Horror short film that follows a woman and her blind son down the haunting coastline of a post-apocalyptic world. At its core this story is about a boy learning to embrace his disability, and conquer his own fears to survive against all odds.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
We are so excited to be back with our second project The Runner. This will not only be an adrenaline fueled short film, but a heart wrenching story about a family you won't want to miss.
For those of you who don’t know us, we are filmmakers who come from a long commercial production background, with over twenty years of experience between the two of us. After years of commercial work, this has been our opportunity to not only work together as a family but to bring stories that really matter to the screen. Our films are reflections of personal experiences from our own lives. This film touches on the ability of the human spirit to persevere against insurmountable odds.
As filmmakers we feel it’s important to write characters that really shine a light on communities that don’t normally get representation in film. In our short, audiences will get to watch the boy, our character who is blind, face the challenges of this post apocalyptic world head on. And with some encouragement from his mother in her final moments, he learns to trust himself and his own abilities, as he is forced to finish the job without her.
We are very fortunate to be partnering with a division of World Access For The Blind,the Visioneers, to consult with our team and train our actors so we can provide an honest and truthful representation of the blind community. Their team specializes in training blind and sighted people to see using echo-location, an incredible skill set that our character uses to survive in our post apocalyptic world.
The Visioneers - TED Talk (Sonar Vision)
This is the start of something bigger! By supporting this project you are doing more than just contributing to a film, you’re helping us build the foundation for future Mack family productions.
Over the next month we will be full steam ahead in pre-production, making hundreds of decisions everyday as we start to make this film a reality. We will be reaching out to our vast network of talented artists, who will help us bring this world to life in a way you’ve never seen before.
Principle photography will take place in local parks in Long Island New York at the end of August, and we will continue to raise funds through post production.
Every donation will bring us closer to our goal, and enable us to push through each stage of production. Your support will allow us to rent camera equipment and locations, pay our cast and crew, and hire a talented post production team including an editor, colorist, sound design artist, music composer, and more. It takes a village! Thank you so much for your support, and we hope you join us on this journey.
This film is about a woman, and her blind son who are mankind's only hope of delivering a very important package. While her son waits for her on a small rocky beach, they are both hunted by a mysterious deadly force. After a narrow escape in their rowboat, the now dying woman hands everything over to her blind son who must find the courage to make it to the drop off point and deliver the package, alone.
The visual style of this film will be created to emphasize our location's natural environment and lighting. In color we’ll be pushing for a high contrast saturated look which will heighten the tension and beauty of our scenes. Fast paced action sequences and quiet moments will be captured using a varied camera approach.
You can join us by contributing to one of the incentives on the right side of the screen. We can’t do it without your support! No amount is too small.
If you can’t contribute at this time, that's ok. You can still support us by hitting the “follow” button on this page, sharing this page with friends/family, and following along on social media.
1. Hit the “Follow” button on this page
2. Follow us on Instagram @therunnerfilm
3. Follow us on Facebook @therunnershortmovie
4. Share our project
The only way we can reach our crowdfunding goal is if we reach beyond our networks. If you would like to help support us and our film, a simple share on social media, or even email and word of mouth can make a HUGE difference in our success.
Here are some examples, with our Instagram handles. Please feel free to copy and paste!
Help filmmakers @rtmack and @Logan_mack fund their second short film THE RUNNER! A heart pounding sci-fi short film about a woman and her blind son who must do whatever it takes to deliver an important package as they are pursued along a coastline by a mysterious evil force. Join them on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
I can’t wait to see the Mack brothers latest short film THE RUNNER! Help make this film a reality by contributing to their campaign on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
I just contributed to @rtmack and @Logan_Macks second short film THE RUNNER! Please help these talented brothers bring this film to life by contributing to their campaign on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
THANK YOU for believing in us, and supporting this project.
Lets make an incredilbe film together.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $2,000
Our incredibly talented cast and crew are what make this film possible!
Location
Costs $3,500
This helps us pay for our beautiful and dramatic location in Long Island, NY.
Camera / Lighting Rental
Costs $3,000
We can't make the movie without these. :)
Props and Wardrobe
Costs $1,000
This will help up purchase, rent, or create the props that are integral to telling our story.
Hotel, Food, Transportation
Costs $3,000
Help us house and take care of our cast and crew while in production.
Post Production
Costs $4,500
Help us hire artists for Editing, Sound Design, Color, and Music Scoring.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $1,000
Help us get this masterpiece in front of audiences!
Production Insurance
Costs $2,000
It's the least exciting wishlist item, but we gotta have it. :)
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Ryan Mack
Director/Screenwriter (Instagram: @rtmack)
Ryan is an award winning writer/director based in Los Angeles, CA. He went to film school where he focused on film editing. He got his start as a freelance editor in New York City, before eventually transitioning into a 9 year career as a commerical producer working on large campaigns, short films and digital experiences with some of the biggest brands.
Having since relocated to Los Angeles, Ryan has co-written and directed his first short film, “You’re Family Now,” a film that touches on themes related to his personal experiences around his family's struggle with cancer. The film has gone on to win “Best U.S. Horror Short”at the 2020 Venice Shorts Film Festival, and is an official selection at 8 other festivals.
As a queer filmmaker, his current writing focuses on Sci-fi/Horror elements, often from a LGBTQ prospective. He is currently in development on his next short film screenplay, as well as a feature film.
Logan Mack
Cinematographer/Writer
Logan is a freelance cinematographer and drone pilot based in New York City. He began his career in reality tv in 2011 and was able to diversify his portfolio over the next 9 years. From working with companies such as Original Penguin and GE to the band Empire of the Sun, each job helped fine tune Logans visual craft and storytelling. In the past year Logan has begun the process of pivoting from unscripted to narrative work. With this change, he hopes to challenge himself and his visual style while working on projects he is passionate about.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
We are so excited to be back with our second project The Runner. This will not only be an adrenaline fueled short film, but a heart wrenching story about a family you won't want to miss.
For those of you who don’t know us, we are filmmakers who come from a long commercial production background, with over twenty years of experience between the two of us. After years of commercial work, this has been our opportunity to not only work together as a family but to bring stories that really matter to the screen. Our films are reflections of personal experiences from our own lives. This film touches on the ability of the human spirit to persevere against insurmountable odds.
As filmmakers we feel it’s important to write characters that really shine a light on communities that don’t normally get representation in film. In our short, audiences will get to watch the boy, our character who is blind, face the challenges of this post apocalyptic world head on. And with some encouragement from his mother in her final moments, he learns to trust himself and his own abilities, as he is forced to finish the job without her.
We are very fortunate to be partnering with a division of World Access For The Blind,the Visioneers, to consult with our team and train our actors so we can provide an honest and truthful representation of the blind community. Their team specializes in training blind and sighted people to see using echo-location, an incredible skill set that our character uses to survive in our post apocalyptic world.
The Visioneers - TED Talk (Sonar Vision)
This is the start of something bigger! By supporting this project you are doing more than just contributing to a film, you’re helping us build the foundation for future Mack family productions.
Over the next month we will be full steam ahead in pre-production, making hundreds of decisions everyday as we start to make this film a reality. We will be reaching out to our vast network of talented artists, who will help us bring this world to life in a way you’ve never seen before.
Principle photography will take place in local parks in Long Island New York at the end of August, and we will continue to raise funds through post production.
Every donation will bring us closer to our goal, and enable us to push through each stage of production. Your support will allow us to rent camera equipment and locations, pay our cast and crew, and hire a talented post production team including an editor, colorist, sound design artist, music composer, and more. It takes a village! Thank you so much for your support, and we hope you join us on this journey.
This film is about a woman, and her blind son who are mankind's only hope of delivering a very important package. While her son waits for her on a small rocky beach, they are both hunted by a mysterious deadly force. After a narrow escape in their rowboat, the now dying woman hands everything over to her blind son who must find the courage to make it to the drop off point and deliver the package, alone.
The visual style of this film will be created to emphasize our location's natural environment and lighting. In color we’ll be pushing for a high contrast saturated look which will heighten the tension and beauty of our scenes. Fast paced action sequences and quiet moments will be captured using a varied camera approach.
You can join us by contributing to one of the incentives on the right side of the screen. We can’t do it without your support! No amount is too small.
If you can’t contribute at this time, that's ok. You can still support us by hitting the “follow” button on this page, sharing this page with friends/family, and following along on social media.
1. Hit the “Follow” button on this page
2. Follow us on Instagram @therunnerfilm
3. Follow us on Facebook @therunnershortmovie
4. Share our project
The only way we can reach our crowdfunding goal is if we reach beyond our networks. If you would like to help support us and our film, a simple share on social media, or even email and word of mouth can make a HUGE difference in our success.
Here are some examples, with our Instagram handles. Please feel free to copy and paste!
Help filmmakers @rtmack and @Logan_mack fund their second short film THE RUNNER! A heart pounding sci-fi short film about a woman and her blind son who must do whatever it takes to deliver an important package as they are pursued along a coastline by a mysterious evil force. Join them on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
I can’t wait to see the Mack brothers latest short film THE RUNNER! Help make this film a reality by contributing to their campaign on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
I just contributed to @rtmack and @Logan_Macks second short film THE RUNNER! Please help these talented brothers bring this film to life by contributing to their campaign on @seedandspark: INSERT LINK HERE
THANK YOU for believing in us, and supporting this project.
Lets make an incredilbe film together.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Cast and Crew
Costs $2,000
Our incredibly talented cast and crew are what make this film possible!
Location
Costs $3,500
This helps us pay for our beautiful and dramatic location in Long Island, NY.
Camera / Lighting Rental
Costs $3,000
We can't make the movie without these. :)
Props and Wardrobe
Costs $1,000
This will help up purchase, rent, or create the props that are integral to telling our story.
Hotel, Food, Transportation
Costs $3,000
Help us house and take care of our cast and crew while in production.
Post Production
Costs $4,500
Help us hire artists for Editing, Sound Design, Color, and Music Scoring.
Film Festival Submissions
Costs $1,000
Help us get this masterpiece in front of audiences!
Production Insurance
Costs $2,000
It's the least exciting wishlist item, but we gotta have it. :)
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Ryan Mack
Director/Screenwriter (Instagram: @rtmack)
Ryan is an award winning writer/director based in Los Angeles, CA. He went to film school where he focused on film editing. He got his start as a freelance editor in New York City, before eventually transitioning into a 9 year career as a commerical producer working on large campaigns, short films and digital experiences with some of the biggest brands.
Having since relocated to Los Angeles, Ryan has co-written and directed his first short film, “You’re Family Now,” a film that touches on themes related to his personal experiences around his family's struggle with cancer. The film has gone on to win “Best U.S. Horror Short”at the 2020 Venice Shorts Film Festival, and is an official selection at 8 other festivals.
As a queer filmmaker, his current writing focuses on Sci-fi/Horror elements, often from a LGBTQ prospective. He is currently in development on his next short film screenplay, as well as a feature film.
Logan Mack
Cinematographer/Writer
Logan is a freelance cinematographer and drone pilot based in New York City. He began his career in reality tv in 2011 and was able to diversify his portfolio over the next 9 years. From working with companies such as Original Penguin and GE to the band Empire of the Sun, each job helped fine tune Logans visual craft and storytelling. In the past year Logan has begun the process of pivoting from unscripted to narrative work. With this change, he hopes to challenge himself and his visual style while working on projects he is passionate about.