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Two detectives must find a serial killer on a secluded college campus.

"Death Suspects a Murder" is a 90 minute murder mystery. The story revolves around two detectives who are looking to discover the identity of a serial killer that has been quietly terrorizing a secluded Christian college campus.

First day of shooting
First day of shooting

The movie has already been completed but now we would like to make professional quality DVDs and send this project to film festivals. Made on a shoe string budget we really would appreciate any and all help in entering "Death Suspects a Murder" into as many festivals as possible. We had a great crowd response at our first screening: over 300 people attended.

(from left to right) Dir. of Photography: Robby DeVillez, Director: Jenn Marlis, Screenwriter: Matthew Robinson
(from left to right) Dir. of Photography: Robby DeVillez, Director: Jenn Marlis, Screenwriter: Matthew Robinson

It took over 9 months to finish this project so it is easily an example of a labor of love. This was a project that took a lot of personal dedication and sacrifice. It took a crew of over 20 people total all with varying schedules in order to complete the film but it was all worth it in the end. Here is production designer Jessie Jolliff talking about her process.

And here is assistant director of photography Richard Goff discussing what his experience on set was like:

With your investment we hope to bring this movie to more and more people around the United States and the world!

Jamye Grant as Rachel York
Jamye Grant as Rachel York

Investors who donate a certain amount of money will also receive a DVD copy of the film which includes an audio commentary version of the film. This commentary track provides insight into the creation of the film from the perspective of the director Jenn Marlis, the director of photography Robby DeVillez and the screenwriter Matthew S. Robinson.

Andy David Bowland and Karl Andrew
Andy David Bowland and Karl Andrew

If you are willing to give a little bit more you will receive not only a digital and DVD copy of the film but you will also be rewarded with an autographed poster of the film featuring signatures from members of the cast and crew.

Cast and crew at screening
Cast and crew at screening

Is it a quality project worth investing in? Reviews will be flowing in soon so make sure to "star" this project for further updates. Here is a film review from author Jade Heasley. Author of such books as "The Incorrigible Dreamers" and "1980s Kid"--

[Death Suspects a Murder] was packed with mystery and suspense and literally kept me on the edge of my seat! --Jade Heasley, Author

Detectives Chris Michaels and James Summers
Detectives Chris Michaels and James Summers

So dig into your wallet and or look under your couch cushion so you can own a copy of "Death Suspects a Murder" and help it play across the country! 

logo created by Ryan Millard
logo created by Ryan Millard

FAQ

  • Creation of quality DVDs and entry fees for film festivals.

    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 4, 10:17pm EDT
  • Some of the film festivals we plan to enter at this time are: Slamdance, Newport Beach Film Festival, Irvine International Film Festival, Women's International Film & Arts Festival, Carolina Film & Video Festival, Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival, Los Angeles International Underground Film Festival, British Independent Film Festival and many more!

    Last updated: Tuesday Sep 4, 10:50pm EDT
  • Nope! Same reward no matter the shipping! We're happy to have fans in different countries and wouldn't dream of charging them more!....At least for this project ;)

    Last updated: Saturday Sep 8, 1:11am EDT
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    Thank you so much! Every little bit counts!

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
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    WOO! Special thanks credit on our website http://www.rfmp.net

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    The above reward and an e-mail from the filmmakers thanking you for your donation!

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    All of the above and you get a special thanks credit in the DVD booklet.

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    First 4 to pledge this amount get reward #9 ($60 value) for only $17! What a steal!

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    All of the above plus a digital copy of the film: "Death Suspects a Murder"

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    Rewards 2-4 and a DVD copy of the film.

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    All of the above rewards which includes digital and DVD copy of the film. DVD copy of film includes the original feature film and special commentary featuring: director, screenwriter and cinematographer.

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    All of the above and an autographed poster of the film. Featuring autographs from the cast and crew!

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    Rewards 1-8 and a digital copy of the "Death Suspects a Murder" original soundtrack composed by Houston Fry.

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    All of the above and a Blu-Ray copy of the film.

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    All of the above plus a special thanks IMDB credit. Normally we would add you into the credits of the film but since the movie has already been fully edited you will be thanked in both the DVD booklet and on the prestigious IMDB

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    All of the above and you can choose to have either the director, cinematographer or the screenwriter send you a personalized video thank you message.

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    All of the above PLUS you will be credited as an associate producer on IMDB! That's pretty darn cool!

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    All of the above PLUS you will be credited as an executive producer on IMDB.

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