A dark comedy about two female assassins who are delivering their latest kill when their trip takes an unexpected turn for the worse.
How to Kill a Dead Man is an exciting talent platform for female actors. While actresses are normally at a disadvantage when it comes to landing strong, lead roles- this film gives two Portland actresses an opportunity to flex their talent.
Teaser
The Story
Two talented, female assassins journey through the desert to dispose of a strange kill. The girls find themselves up against an unexpected adversary as their trip takes a turn for the worse. This is a Dark Comedy with strong 70’s inspired aesthetics.
We feel that every great film starts with a strong story and we are excited to fill out these characters and bring this story to life!
The main cast has been auditioned and selected, along with the key players of our crew. We will be able to move forward and fill in the gaps once funding comes through.
Our BudgetOur budget of $5,300 ensures proper equipment and prop rental, production insurance, and secure booking of our crew for the shoot dates this Fall. We believe in supporting the Local Film Community and everyone involved in the final project will be paid talent.
Projected Costs:
-equipment rentals-production insurance
-cast & crew
-props
-wardrobe
-special effects
-editing
-incentives
-promotion
-festivals
While we are super stoked about this project, we can’t make it happen on our own. We need your support, because unlike feature films which attract financial investors, our short film depends on creative-investors like you. We’re committed to creating a quality project with minimal capital and every pledge gets us closer to doing so!
Who We Are
Lavenda Memory, Writer/Producer/Lead After 2 years of writing studies, Lavenda went on to establish her still-photography business in Portland. A photographer by day and an actress by all other means, she is stubbornly paving the way for her career with her first self-produced project, How to Kill a Dead Man.
Nathan Coltrane, Director Making movies since 6th grade, Nathan quickly became attached to the art and went on to create several shorts and music videos while in school. He directed his first feature in high school at the age of 17. He is currently trying to break into the Portland Indie-film world, while maintaining his still photography business.
Benjamin Lyrey, Line Producer/ Assistant Director Produced 23 projects in 2010 alone.
Camille Collard, Co-Producer/Lead With a BFA in theatre performance from Chapman University and currently a working actress in Portland, Camille is excited to grow her acting career in Portland.
Oli Williams, Director of Photography An Oxford, England, native, Oli began filmmaking at the age of 13. With a background in photography, Oliver moved on to create Studio 8, which has earned him “Best Overall Film at the UK 48 hour film festival and acceptance into the Directors Guild of Great Britain.
Benjamin Farmer, Supporting An Oregon native, Ben has been acting professionally in Portland for 3 years, with numerous film and stage roles to his credit, including TNT's 'Leverage', the pilot episode of 'Nick Bradley Might Be An Alcoholic', 'The Roomies,' 'Some Days Are Better Than Others,' 'The Falls,' and 'The Gray Area.'
Special Thanks to DP and editor- Jelanie Memory, actor- Ryan Menard, MUA- Terri Lodge and styling guru- Eclexion Boutique for donating your time and talent on the Teaser!
This Kickstarter Campaign was designed by Jelani Memory.
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Funding Unsuccessful This project reached the deadline without achieving its funding goal on September 23, 2011.
Funding period
Aug 24, 2011 -
Sep 23, 2011
(30 days)
- First created · 2 backed
- Lavenda Memory 1894 friends
- Website: lavendamemory.com
Pledge $5 or more
6 backers
A Thank You on our Fan Page! We are truly grateful for your support and every bit helps.
Estimated delivery: Sep 2011Pledge $25 or more
9 backers
A digital download of the finished film + score AND a Thank You on our Fan Page! We are so excited to share the film with you.
Estimated delivery: Nov 2011Pledge $55 or more
5 backers
All of the above + a collector-item How to Kill a Dead Man 11x17 poster. Because you know you want a picture of two female assassins on your wall!
Estimated delivery: Oct 2011Pledge $100 or more
3 backers Limited (3 of 6 left)
All of the above + a personal coaching session with the talented and beautiful acting coach, Camille Collard. Camille currently coaches in both Vancouver and Portland areas. What a great opportunity for us to get to know you!
Estimated delivery: Oct 2011Pledge $250 or more
0 backers Limited (3 of 3 left)
All of the above + a 70’s style photo session with photographer, Lavenda Memory. Although, we can leave out the retro styling if preferred. (This is a great opportunity for head-shots or portraits.)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2011Pledge $250 or more
0 backers Limited (3 of 3 left)
All of the above + a 70’s style photo session with photographer, Nathan Coltrane. Although, we can leave out the retro styling if preferred. (This is a great opportunity for head-shots or portraits.)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2011Pledge $500 or more
0 backers
All of the above + an exclusive invite to the wrap party. Come meet the cast and crew! You are pretty much family at this point and we can’t wait to meet and hang with you!
Estimated delivery: Nov 2011Pledge $750 or more
0 backers
All of the above + an Associative Producer credit in the film AND an exclusive invite to the screening of How to Kill a Dead Man. This is going to be a intimate setting where you’ll be able to eat, drink and be merry as we celebrate our film!
Estimated delivery: Sep 2011
