"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" 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.
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Mission Statement
We started Mack Productions to follow our passion of bringing compelling stories that really matter to the screen. Our films exist in imaginative worlds, with remarkable characters that will connect with people from all different backgrounds, sparking conversation and fueling the imagination.About The Project
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
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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 HERETHANK YOU for believing in us, and supporting this project.
Lets make an incredilbe film together.
Incentives
$10
Social Media Shoutout!
We will give you a social media shout out, thanking you for your contribution!
$25
Become a Runner!
Send us your photo, and we will turn you into a Runner! We will send you your digital picture right away so you can share it on social media, and brag to everyone that you contributed.
Previous incentive included.
$50
Screenplay + Spotify Playlist (Inspired by film)
Get a digital copy of our screenplay, plus a Spotify Playlist inspired by the film. Listen to the playlist while you read the script!
All previous incentives included.
$100
Early Access Link - Full Film
Get a private link to watch the finished film before everyone else!
All previous incentives included.
$200
Your name in the credits!
Have your name up on the big screen in the thank you section of our credits!
All previous incentives included.
$500
Signed movie posters from both of our films!
Recieve two signed movie posters from both of our films. "You're Family Now" and "The Runner." These will be printed, signed, and mailed to you after post production.
All previous incentives included.
$1,000
Executive Producer Credit + IMDB Credit
An executive producer credit on screen and on IMDB!
All previous incentives included.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$10
Social Media Shoutout!
We will give you a social media shout out, thanking you for your contribution!
$25
Become a Runner!
Send us your photo, and we will turn you into a Runner! We will send you your digital picture right away so you can share it on social media, and brag to everyone that you contributed.
Previous incentive included.
$50
Screenplay + Spotify Playlist (Inspired by film)
Get a digital copy of our screenplay, plus a Spotify Playlist inspired by the film. Listen to the playlist while you read the script!
All previous incentives included.
$100
Early Access Link - Full Film
Get a private link to watch the finished film before everyone else!
All previous incentives included.
$200
Your name in the credits!
Have your name up on the big screen in the thank you section of our credits!
All previous incentives included.
$500
Signed movie posters from both of our films!
Recieve two signed movie posters from both of our films. "You're Family Now" and "The Runner." These will be printed, signed, and mailed to you after post production.
All previous incentives included.
$1,000
Executive Producer Credit + IMDB Credit
An executive producer credit on screen and on IMDB!
All previous incentives included.
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Current Team
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.
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