Project 04 - Blood Guzzler - STATUS - IN FESTIVAL
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A routine car repair takes a sinister turn when the previous owners journal reveals a troubling past. "Kill 'er up"
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Production began in the summer of 2023. With the producer moving from Montana to Oregon we decided to focus on a smaller more achievable project. Filmed in October 2023, Blood Guzzler was designed to utilize several practical effects including a custom built 5 gallon blood dispersal unit.
What's Next
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What's Next
Off to festivals. Production on our next short Will commence in October of 2024. We are attempting some new media projects and broadening the directors chair so new voices and new directors can share their visions moving forward.
Project 03 - Dead Drop - STATUS - COMPLETED
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A young woman awakes in the middle of the night to find a sinister delivery man standing in her front yard. What follows is a strange journey into an untimely end. Sometimes we still get things not meant for us.
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Pre-production began in 2020 with team budgets and logistics finalized in 2021. A three day shoot that took place in July 2021 Dead drop utilized more crew and gear then any shoot to date. The quality of the film was a substantial improvement.
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Reception
Although well received in small screenings Dead Drop struggled to find a larger audience at the festival circuit. Praise for its unique premise and good film making Dead Drop will need to be retooled before it sees a wider release.
Project 02 - 1,000 Steps - STATUS - COMPLETED
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An up and coming vlogger, who specializes in haunted sites, goes a little too far into the woods and finds out there's more to the ghost story then he anticipated
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Filmed in late June 2020 over 2 days in Billings, MT. Made possible by our partnership with The Yellowstone Rivers and Parks Association and the Moss Mansion Historical Site. This short utilized slightly over 30 collaborators. Production wrapped June 2021.
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Reception
A larger more complex and experimental short film. Festivals were positive on the piece but had difficulties programming the piece due to its 25 minute length. A true challenge but an exciting and original piece for sure.
Project 01 - The Perfect Candidate - STATUS - COMPLETED
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In a typical American city, a restaurant owner opens his shop and interviews potential candidates for a new career opportunity. The interviews turn challenging as it's difficult to tell who is telling the truth. It's so hard to find good help these days.
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Filmed in late June 2019 over 2 days in Billings, MT. This short utilized slightly over 30 collaborators in and around the community. Post production began mid July and Wrapped up February 2020.
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Reception
Not bad for a first outing:
11 Screenings, 2 Nominations, 2 Honorable Mentions, 2 Semi-Finalist,1 Finalist , 1 Award.
The Perfect Candidate was a great introduction to the film festival circuit. We are so excited with the outcome of our first project.
Meet the Team
Creative Director / Casting Director
Creative Director / Casting Director
Creative Director / Casting Director
Born and raised in Billings, Tiffany Melia has been performing in community theater productions for 29 years. She currently is the leader of a local improvisational troupe,
Technical Director/Story Lead
Creative Director / Casting Director
Creative Director / Casting Director
Johnny Earley is a hard working guy who believes in creating sustainable film projects that better all who work with them. Over 13 years experience in Flim & TV production. An accomplished producer in the commercial and online space, John keeps things on track.
Grip and Electric
Creative Director / Casting Director
Grip and Electric
Davison Schanno is a powerhouse in the lighting and design space. Creatiing complex rigs and developing interesting dramatic setups. A business owner located in Billings, MT. Dual specializing in Inflateables and Piano Tuning
Art Director
Production Manager
Grip and Electric
David Gerke is a Tour De Force. Raised in Oregon he attended school at Carroll College and finished his masters in Honolulu. David brings decades of theatrical production to the team.
Production Manager
Production Manager
Production Manager
Joe Landry's bright and exuberant energy keeps every shoot moving. Joe is an integral part of the team and one of its' fiercest advocates. Knowledgeable in getting shoots done Joe is also pretty great in front of the camera.
Costumer
Production Manager
Production Manager
Danielle Turtainen brings raw effectiveness to her job. Danielle is able to punch through problems and get results when walls present themselves. A strong background in design she has a BA in Theatre Arts Performance from Rocky Mountain College, studied abroad at Regents College London.
Key Helpers
Brett Bender
Delaney Ray Hardy
Delaney Ray Hardy
A native Montanan who lends his voice as "Doc Johnson", Brett has been a key supporter since this project began and helps with revisions and oversight. https://brettbender.com
Delaney Ray Hardy
Delaney Ray Hardy
Delaney Ray Hardy
A creative and skilled actress with over a decade of training. A talented play write and an experienced director. Delaney is an exemplary friend of the project.
Matthew Melia
Delaney Ray Hardy
Dennis Sprankel
Matthew Melia's knowledge of voice work and the creative process makes him an excellent resource for bouncing ideas off of in Post. He is also the current reigning king of craft services.
Dennis Sprankel
Dennis Sprankel
Dennis Sprankel
With a long career in film and theatre Dennis is a wonderful addition to the team. Able to assist or head multiple departments Dennis is the swiss army knife of any strong team in the area. It's an honor to work with him
Alexis Cooper
Dennis Sprankel
Alexis Cooper
Lexi Cooper is a creative and strong partner who brings unique ideas to set. She is learning AD roles but has a strong background in theatrical production. You can support Lexi and her work with Backyard theatre here: https://www.facebook.com/theatreinmybackyard
Nick Reiter
Dennis Sprankel
Alexis Cooper
A mechanical wonder capable of building the wildest things we come up with as a crew. Skilled and hard working Nick turns impossible shoots into amazing results.