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Update #18: Slowly but surely

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Update #17: David Ogden Stiers joins the cast of The Mad Scientist

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Update #16: Goblin factory

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Update #15: Without giving too much away...

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Update #14: Rewards, orchestras, stuntmen, and goblins.

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This project successfully raised its funding goal on July 19, 2011.

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Your name in the thank you end credits of the film and an official "The Mad Scientist: Keep your friends close. And just kill your enemies." button!

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You'll get a digital download of the completed film in 1080p HD and your name in the end credits of the film!

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You'll get a DVD of the first film, "Evil Cult", a digital 1080p HD download of the "Mad Scientist", your name at the end of the credits and a button!

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You'll get a signed DVD of "The Mad Scientist" and "Evil Cult" and your name in the end credits of the prequel!

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You'll get an original "Mad Scientist" T-shirt, comic-style production art, and a signed DVD of "The Mad Scientist" and "Evil Cult" and your name in the end of the credits!

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All previously mentioned rewards, PLUS 2 VIP tickets to the Portland film premiere (transportation not provided)

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All previously mentioned rewards - PLUS - a special limited edition DVD of The Mad Scientist which will include short films by Rob & Neil Taylor and Nic Costa - PLUS - a limited edition numbered and signed CGI concept art-piece by Neil Taylor!

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All previously mentioned rewards, PLUS a raft trip down the mild Clackamas River in Estacada, Oregon, captained by the co-writer of the "Mad Scientist" on his mighty 13' Achilles raft. Lunch, beverages, banjos, life jackets, and liability waivers provided. Date: negotiable (July. - Aug). Transportation not included.

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All previously mentioned rewards - PLUS - one prize from the prize basket -PLUS- a limited edition 24x36 signed and numbered production poster of The Mad Scientist created exclusively by the makers of the film!

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All previously mentioned rewards, PLUS an Associate Producer credit in the opening credits of the film (and on IMDb), an open invitation to visit the set during production, and a personal lunch with the filmmakers.

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SILVER SPONSORSHIP -- Your local business will be featured as an official sponsor onscreen before the start of The Mad Scientist at all public showings. This will take the form of either a business logo, a short commercial spot, or something similar (terms negotiable). Your business will also have a special mention in the credits as an official sponsor of the film and in the DVD. Finally, at any event showcasing The Mad Scientist (e.g., conventions, The Oscars, etc.) your local business will be given special acknowledgement.

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All previously mentioned rewards, plus an Executive Producer credit in the film and on IMDb, a line of dialogue (restrictions apply), a night of karaoke with the director of the film and one son of Sam Taylor named after you.

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GOLD SPONSORSHIP - your local business will receive all silver sponsorship benefits - PLUS - your company will come to life on screen as we feature it in the cityscape of tomorrow where your local business or product will be showcased in the film itself. Think Superman II -- when Superman throws General Zod into the Coca Cola sign. "Kneel before Zod!"

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All previously mentioned rewards, PLUS, as our new executive producer/actor, we will feature you in your very own epic, cinematic death scene (or someone of your choosing). Yes, as a citizen of tomorrow, you will personally fall victim to the crazed devices of the Mad Scientist and his dreaded goon, Darrel Freeway. Or perhaps you're feeling more villainy and would rather get blown to pieces by our hero, Neil Stryker? We can make your dreams a reality.

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THE JEN CAP AWARD -- All previously mentioned awards, PLUS we fly you out to Hawaii for a week long stay at the co-writer's home in Honolulu and he provides surf, hiking, and/or Mai Tai/Poji Bonsi lessons - PLUS - a regata sailing adventure with ten cabana boys. Date: Completely negotiable. Let's be honest, the weather here is beautiful all year round, so whatever works for you.

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