Why are zombies always portrayed as the bad guys? This Romantic Zom Com shows what happens when one's soulmate becomes the living dead and that horrifying affliction becomes an unexpected boon. The wedding vow, "'Til death do us part" takes on new meaning with a zombie in the house.
Why are zombies always portrayed as the bad guys? This Romantic Zom Com shows what happens when one's soulmate becomes the living dead and that horrifying affliction becomes an unexpected boon. The wedding vow, "'Til death do us part" takes on new meaning with a zombie in the house.
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Story
About The Project
Z-BURBS SYNOPSIS
It’s midnight--strange noises and cat howls awaken Bill and Shelly Sampler. A terrible ruckus ensues when Bill goes to investigate. Shelly rushes into the kitchen, finds Bill bloody and unconscious on the floor and is attacked from behind. Before the attacker finishes her off, she sees a dark hero bash him, punch through his skull and rip out his brain. Shelly faints.
At dawn Shelly awakens on the kitchen floor to a perfectly clean house and Bill quietly asleep on the sofa as the History Channel drones on the television. No blood or mess - was it a nightmare? Bill seems ok, but…she can’t seem to find his pulse. Very cold and very hungry, Bill wolfs down all the cold, raw meat in the fridge. Her best friend Carrie arrives to help, but is stumped - and disgusted.
Shelly inspects a gaping bite wound on Bill’s shoulder and Carrie notices a trash bag full of clothes by the back door. They both gag as Bill absentmindedly nibbles on a dismembered hand. Bill determines that in the chaos of the attack, he must have gone crazy defending Shelly and ate the prowler who was trying to eat him.
In his romantic justification of defending her, Shelly loves him more than ever. A longtime vegan, Carrie is repulsed. (Then again, she never liked Bill anyway.) Bill and Shelly are months behind in the rent and when keys jangling at the front door indicate the sleazeball landlord is letting himself in, Shelly insists she can handle it and shoves Bill and Carrie in the bedroom. The landlord sleazily demands “some form of payment” and as his hand wanders up Shelly's blouse, Bill bursts out of the bedroom and in a Tasmanian-Devilish blur of motion, eats the lecher. There's a whirlwind of zombie cannibalism, a mighty burp, and nothing left but a pile of clothes and a wallet full of money. Their rent problem is gone.
Bill accidentally bites Carrie and the soon-to-be-ex-vegan is now infected - and really, really pissed about it. Desperate for answers, Shelly calls her conspiracy theorist/survivalist brother Charlie for advice. After all this time, maybe one of his crazy theories might actually be true.
Charlie’s sources on the web have followed this zombie virus coverup for months and now, like a kid in a conspiracy candy store, Charlie believes Bill ate the initial attacker and is now The Prime Infector, the main carrier of the virus. Shelly begs Charlie to help find an antidote or treatment instead of beheading him as Charlie proposes. Charlie insists this whole thing is a government conspiracy and if they breathe a word about it to anyone, men in black suits will just take Bill to a lab in the middle of nowhere never to be seen again.
The door bursts open and two Men In Black-style agents rush in to capture the new Prime Zombie. Shelly and her crazy brother will stop at nothing to protect their family. Bill may be a Tasmanian-Devil-Zombie-Cannibal but this is love. Their wedding vows “in sickness and in health, ‘til death do us part” take on a new meaning. There is only one way out of this mess and tonight no one will see it coming.
Tonight, maybe the zombies are the good guys.
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THE STORY BEHIND THE PROJECT
WHY ME?
I am a fan of comedy. I love Mel Brooks, the Marx Brothers, and parodies like Airplane and Shaun of the Dead. Over my career behind the camera working with many great comic actors, I have studied and worked to prepare for this moment to be ready to bring my vision to life.
Along my journey, I've earned membership in the Director’s Guild of America, the Television Academy, have worked on television shows, movies, commercials, video games, internet pieces and have traveled filming all over the world. From working with the Borg on Star Trek to diving with sharks off the coast of the Bahamas, I've had an amazing career so far telling other people's stories.
Now it's time to tell a story of my own. Z-Burbs is my comedy.
Inspired by my history working with comedic actors and directors, Z-Burbs is my take on the Zombie genre. While the performances and characters honor the traditions and rules of the Zombie genre, with Z-Burbs, I present a story about real people caught in the fantastical dilemma of what might happen when your soulmate succumbs to an un-deadly virus. Sometimes a tragic diagnosis can reap unexpected rewards.
With my experience and connections in the industry, I am able to assemble a first class cast and crew. We have put together visual and practical effects that will surprise and please the audience. I also know what it takes to get a finished product out. I joined the DGA in 1995 and have been a successful First Assistant Director for over 20 years. The job of the First Assistant Director is to become a master of time origami, ensuring that time is folded very precisely and intricately so that everything comes through on schedule and on budget, which gives me a tremendous advantage as we look to do this feature both stealthily and frugally.
I have directed episodic television, short films and even a documentary but I've yet to tackle a full-fledged feature film. In a place where it's not always what you know but who you know when it comes to getting directing jobs, I realized my very best chance at getting a film I could proudly direct would be if I stuck my neck out on the line and made that opportunity myself.
WHY THIS?
This story came to me one night as I pondered the question, "why are zombies always the bad guys?" I love physical humor and parody and taking a genre and turning it on its head. I wanted to see about mashing up the ideas of Shaun of the Dead and Eating Raoul. What came out was a tale of true love, immensely funny bits and a madcap conspiracy adventure. Zombie movies don't always have to be dark.
This is going to be a fun movie to work on and even more fun to be a part of. Come be a part of our zombie adventure. Help me create a Zom/Rom/Com to make people laugh. You will be a part of an amazing team, no matter how big or small your contribution. And if you're so inclined, a lucky few contributors will be able to come to set to be eaten on screen - that's a full immersion into zombie culture.
WHY NOW?
On a personal level, I'm currently on break after wrapping a successful season of a kid's show - what better time to immerse myself fully in this film?
On a cultural level, zombies are hot now. With zombie appreciation at a record high level, I feel this movie has a very stable built-in market. And it's different enough from the usual zombie offerings that it will also intrigue those who prefer romantic comedies, too.
Looking at the big picture of this big picture, it's got a sequel built into it, so when this one goes, it's ready for the second installment.
Incentives
$5
Watcher
A GIF IMAGE OF OUR ZOMBIE ATTACK
Impress your friends with a GIF of a zombie feeding frenzy, suitable for sharing with the world that you are a contributing part of a very different kind of creature feature film!
$10
Production Assistant
A ZOMBIE GROWL RINGTONE FOR YOUR PHONE*
Use this mighty growl from a professional voiceover actor and be reminded that you are helping fund a zombie film every time that special someone calls. Yes, you can choose a male or female growl. You'll also receive a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$25
Junior Crew Member
Z-BURBS MOVIE DIGITAL ACCESS
When Z-Burbs is released digitally you get access to the film for you and yours, 'til death do us part (and maybe beyond then). You also get a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$50
Crew Member
A Z-BURBS LOGO T-SHIRT
All the cool kids are wearing them and you, too, will have the chance to get a first edition Z-Burbs tee made of zombie-spun cotton and children's screams.
You also get access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$100
Member of the Cast
YOUR NAME IN LIGHTS
Zombie fans at this incentive level will have their names included in a Special Thanks portion of the credits. You will also receive a Z-Burbs tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$150
Featured Extra
FULLY PERSONALIZED PHONE GREETING BY A ZOMBIE*
Contributors at this level receive a personalized zombie greeting for your phone done by a professional voiceover artist. You may choose male or female zombie greeting and can write a script of your choosing or go with one of ours. You also get your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$200
Casting Director
YOUR PICTURE FEATURED IN THE FILM AND A TOTAL BRAIN FREEZE
Isn't it about time you had a little screen time? Contributors at this level may submit a suitable electronic image for inclusion in the shooting of the film. Will it appear in Charlie's conspiracy board? Is it in Shelly and Bill's Den or perhaps stuck to the refrigerator? Be on the lookout and the film becomes your own personal seek and find. In addition to getting your image on screen, enjoy a little brain freeze of your own with a silicone brain mold to make brain-shaped ice, chocolates or soap.
You also get a personalized zombie greeting for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$300
On Set Teacher
MAKE BETTER ZOMBIE FOOD!
Zombies love a good brain - make yours as strong as it can be with three sessions of brain training neurofeedback from OptiMind Neurofeedback in Burbank, CA. Participants at this level will be contacted once Z-Burbs is greenlit to schedule training sessions (estimated in early January, 2016). Travel and stay not included.
In addition, contributors at this level will receive your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 4 of 20
$350
Department Head
EARLY ACCESS, A Z-BURBS SCRIPT SIGNED BY THE CAST AND DIRECTOR AND A LITTLE SOMETHING MOLDY
Express your devotion to zombie culture by contributing at the Department Head level. You will receive a signed script, have exclusive early access to the complete project and you will receive a brain-shaped jello mold with our special Z-Burbs brain-making recipe.
In addition to our undead gratitude, you will also receive your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$500
Big Wig
ROLLING! CUT! YOU CALL THE SHOT.
Check out the Big Wig on you - and be careful, there are hungry zombies on set that may move that wig to get what's underneath. Fund us at the Big Wig Level and you can come to set to lunch with the cast, crew and director and for one scene you can call "Rolling" and "Cut". Bring your selfie stick because it's going to be a fun day. Travel and stay not included.
In addition to the day of fun on set, contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$500
Production Manager
LUNCHING WITH THE ZOMBIES
If you live within driving distance to Los Angeles, this incentive will grant you on-set access to have lunch with the director, crew and zombies. Since you'll be one of the live-wires on set, you will get to call "Action" on a scene. Travel and stay not included.
And we won't send you home empty handed. Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$1,500
First Assistant Director
FELLOW MOVIE MAKERS - GET YOUR SCRIPT PROFESSIONALLY SCHEDULED!
In addition to our undead gratitude, contributors at this level will receive a professional breakdown of their own movie, breaking your script down into all its functional components to get you into your production with ease.
You submit your Final Draft or Movie Magic Screenwriting script and your estimated budget, filming dates and any special considerations (actor conflicts, trained monkeys, location issues, etc.) and you receive a professional breakdown. Once the Z-Burbs campaign is greenlit, turnaround for emailed delivery of script breakdowns is approximately 3 weeks.
If you live within driving distance to Los Angeles, we will also grant you one-day on-set access to have lunch with the director, crew and zombies, too. Travel and stay not included. In addition, the amazing contributors at this level receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
*Greetings and ringtones delivered in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 0 of 5
$2,500
Golden Ticket Holder
A STUMBLE ON ROLE
You love zombies? You really, really love them? Feed one by becoming a featured victim. (Please note that this is not a paid acting role, but rather your chance to go down in history as a victim to the undead.) You will be on set for the day, costumed and made up to become a victim. Includes meals with cast and loads of photo opportunities as well as a credit on the film with the other zombie victims. Travel and stay not included.
Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 2 of 4
$5,000
Studio Executive
ZOMBIE IMMERSION WITH A STUMBLE ON PLUS TWO EXTRA DAYS ON SET
Studio Executive Contributors get a three-day pass to come to set and lunch with the crew and director, can call "Action" and "Cut" on one scene per day and will have the option to be immortalized as a victim in the film. You will also get both a an extra credit on the film and an honorary Associate Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. Travel and stay not included.
Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 0 of 4
$10,000
Studio Head
YOU GET IT ALL - AND MORE
You want to be a Studio Head? We're happy to give you every incentive previously listed plus a DVD copy of the completed film, copies of the dailies from the days that you come to set, a key prop from the movie, a signed, framed movie poster, the Director's shooting schedule, two tickets to the movie premier, access to the after-party and the first listing in a standalone credit in the film and on IMDB as our special zombie angel Executive Producer. And, yes, if you want to get eaten on film, a zombie will cheerfully devour you for posterity. Travel and stay not included.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
Watcher
A GIF IMAGE OF OUR ZOMBIE ATTACK
Impress your friends with a GIF of a zombie feeding frenzy, suitable for sharing with the world that you are a contributing part of a very different kind of creature feature film!
$10
Production Assistant
A ZOMBIE GROWL RINGTONE FOR YOUR PHONE*
Use this mighty growl from a professional voiceover actor and be reminded that you are helping fund a zombie film every time that special someone calls. Yes, you can choose a male or female growl. You'll also receive a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$25
Junior Crew Member
Z-BURBS MOVIE DIGITAL ACCESS
When Z-Burbs is released digitally you get access to the film for you and yours, 'til death do us part (and maybe beyond then). You also get a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$50
Crew Member
A Z-BURBS LOGO T-SHIRT
All the cool kids are wearing them and you, too, will have the chance to get a first edition Z-Burbs tee made of zombie-spun cotton and children's screams.
You also get access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$100
Member of the Cast
YOUR NAME IN LIGHTS
Zombie fans at this incentive level will have their names included in a Special Thanks portion of the credits. You will also receive a Z-Burbs tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$150
Featured Extra
FULLY PERSONALIZED PHONE GREETING BY A ZOMBIE*
Contributors at this level receive a personalized zombie greeting for your phone done by a professional voiceover artist. You may choose male or female zombie greeting and can write a script of your choosing or go with one of ours. You also get your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$200
Casting Director
YOUR PICTURE FEATURED IN THE FILM AND A TOTAL BRAIN FREEZE
Isn't it about time you had a little screen time? Contributors at this level may submit a suitable electronic image for inclusion in the shooting of the film. Will it appear in Charlie's conspiracy board? Is it in Shelly and Bill's Den or perhaps stuck to the refrigerator? Be on the lookout and the film becomes your own personal seek and find. In addition to getting your image on screen, enjoy a little brain freeze of your own with a silicone brain mold to make brain-shaped ice, chocolates or soap.
You also get a personalized zombie greeting for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$300
On Set Teacher
MAKE BETTER ZOMBIE FOOD!
Zombies love a good brain - make yours as strong as it can be with three sessions of brain training neurofeedback from OptiMind Neurofeedback in Burbank, CA. Participants at this level will be contacted once Z-Burbs is greenlit to schedule training sessions (estimated in early January, 2016). Travel and stay not included.
In addition, contributors at this level will receive your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, access to the movie when it's released digitally, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 4 of 20
$350
Department Head
EARLY ACCESS, A Z-BURBS SCRIPT SIGNED BY THE CAST AND DIRECTOR AND A LITTLE SOMETHING MOLDY
Express your devotion to zombie culture by contributing at the Department Head level. You will receive a signed script, have exclusive early access to the complete project and you will receive a brain-shaped jello mold with our special Z-Burbs brain-making recipe.
In addition to our undead gratitude, you will also receive your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$500
Big Wig
ROLLING! CUT! YOU CALL THE SHOT.
Check out the Big Wig on you - and be careful, there are hungry zombies on set that may move that wig to get what's underneath. Fund us at the Big Wig Level and you can come to set to lunch with the cast, crew and director and for one scene you can call "Rolling" and "Cut". Bring your selfie stick because it's going to be a fun day. Travel and stay not included.
In addition to the day of fun on set, contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$500
Production Manager
LUNCHING WITH THE ZOMBIES
If you live within driving distance to Los Angeles, this incentive will grant you on-set access to have lunch with the director, crew and zombies. Since you'll be one of the live-wires on set, you will get to call "Action" on a scene. Travel and stay not included.
And we won't send you home empty handed. Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
$1,500
First Assistant Director
FELLOW MOVIE MAKERS - GET YOUR SCRIPT PROFESSIONALLY SCHEDULED!
In addition to our undead gratitude, contributors at this level will receive a professional breakdown of their own movie, breaking your script down into all its functional components to get you into your production with ease.
You submit your Final Draft or Movie Magic Screenwriting script and your estimated budget, filming dates and any special considerations (actor conflicts, trained monkeys, location issues, etc.) and you receive a professional breakdown. Once the Z-Burbs campaign is greenlit, turnaround for emailed delivery of script breakdowns is approximately 3 weeks.
If you live within driving distance to Los Angeles, we will also grant you one-day on-set access to have lunch with the director, crew and zombies, too. Travel and stay not included. In addition, the amazing contributors at this level receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
*Greetings and ringtones delivered in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 0 of 5
$2,500
Golden Ticket Holder
A STUMBLE ON ROLE
You love zombies? You really, really love them? Feed one by becoming a featured victim. (Please note that this is not a paid acting role, but rather your chance to go down in history as a victim to the undead.) You will be on set for the day, costumed and made up to become a victim. Includes meals with cast and loads of photo opportunities as well as a credit on the film with the other zombie victims. Travel and stay not included.
Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-Burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 2 of 4
$5,000
Studio Executive
ZOMBIE IMMERSION WITH A STUMBLE ON PLUS TWO EXTRA DAYS ON SET
Studio Executive Contributors get a three-day pass to come to set and lunch with the crew and director, can call "Action" and "Cut" on one scene per day and will have the option to be immortalized as a victim in the film. You will also get both a an extra credit on the film and an honorary Associate Producer credit on the film and on IMDB. Travel and stay not included.
Contributors at this level also receive exclusive early access to the digital finished product, a Z-burbs script signed by the cast and director, a brain-shaped jello mold and our special Z-Burbs brain recipe, your image featured in the movie, a brain-shaped ice cube mold, a personalized zombie message for your phone*, your name in the credits in the Special Thanks section, a comfy zombie-made tee, a zombie growl ringtone for your phone* and a GIF of our zombie attack to show the world you're a zombie film funder.
* greetings and ringtones will be delivered electronically in a phone-friendly format
Claimed: 0 of 4
$10,000
Studio Head
YOU GET IT ALL - AND MORE
You want to be a Studio Head? We're happy to give you every incentive previously listed plus a DVD copy of the completed film, copies of the dailies from the days that you come to set, a key prop from the movie, a signed, framed movie poster, the Director's shooting schedule, two tickets to the movie premier, access to the after-party and the first listing in a standalone credit in the film and on IMDB as our special zombie angel Executive Producer. And, yes, if you want to get eaten on film, a zombie will cheerfully devour you for posterity. Travel and stay not included.
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About This Team
GREG ZEKOWSKI, Writer/Director. Greg began his foray into the film business as a production assistant and actor in Dallas Texas. When he realized the really fun job on the set was the guy calling the shots, he began working toward his membership in the Director's Guild of America. After over 20 years as a First Assistant Director in the DGA, he's putting his experience as a Director of episodic television (The Wannabes), short films (Small Change, John H.) and a documentary (Me & Graham: The Soundtrack of our Lives) to the test by directing ZBurbs. Greg is looking forward to directing the script he wrote as his first feature film.
Click Here For Greg's Full IMDB Credits List
STEVE ECCLESINE, Line Producer. Steve first worked in Hollywood as an assistant film editor for Roger Corman, after which he worked as Orson Wells’ film editor. Though many Hollywood folks enjoy the title of “Producer” on their resumes, Steve has truly earned it by producing over 700 hours of episodic television and more than a dozen feature films.
One of Steve's biggest challenges was producing five original films for Creature Features Productions in six months – She Creature, Day the World Ended, How to Make a Monster, Earth vs The Spider and Teenage Caveman showcased creatures from Academy Award winner Stan Winston and starred Dan Akroyd, Randy Quaid and Nastassja Kinski.
His most recent production, Space Warriors, was directed by Sean McNamara (Soul Surfer) and starred Thomas Horn, Danny Glover, Josh Lucas, Mira Sorvino and Dermot Mulroney.
Steve penned So You Wanna Be a Producer? (released July, 2014), a text which is currently used in dozens of film schools around the country.
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