Logline:
Blanks is a fast-paced Comedy Short film about 5 university students who learn the reality of living with strangers when they find a gun in their housemate's sock drawer.
The People Behind it:
As we approach the finish line of our education, we are channelling our creativity, knowledge, and dedication into our final project. This endeavor represents not just a culmination of our studies, but also our passion and commitment to storytelling through film. We are excited to showcase our skills and unique perspectives, bringing our vision to life on screen.
Our Director, Katie Clark, grew up in Suffolk and is an aspiring director who has an immense passion for performance and collaborating with actors. She is very excited to be able to use her skills to bring this character-oriented comedy to life!
Having grown up in quiet Norfolk, our Producer Katie Gault, fell in love with the ever-changing and fast-paced film industry. She realised at MetFilm that she wanted to pursue Producing, and Blanks is the perfect project to show everything she has learnt so far. Its similarities to 'Fresh Meat' has made her passionate about this production.
Our Writer, Jack Hutchinson, has found his niche in writing action-based comedies and character dramas. He is excited to see his latest script come to life through the means of such a brilliant crew. 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' was inspiration for him whilst creating this idea.
Our Director of Photography, Stevan Vidojevic, is originally from LA and moved to London to continue his journey in film, in which he has previous experience working professionally with media houses, such as Twenty4SevenTrends. He is excited to bring his unique vision to the world of blanks, noting Edgar Wright as an inspiration.
Phoenix Landore, our 1st Assistant Director from Cornwall, has honed her craft during her time at MetFilm School, gaining valuable experience in both short films and music videos. She is eager to bring the chaos and excitement of 'blanks' to life, working alongside such a passionate and talented crew.
Our Camera Operator and Locations Manager, George Pritchard is from Dorset and is looking to get into the camera department and cinematography. With an interest in composition and colour, he's visually creative. He enjoys handheld and whip-pan shots and is excited to take this innovative and exuberant idea to the big screen.
Megan Kinsella, our Production Designer, is an aspiring prop maker and set decorator from Manchester. Over her 3 years at MetFilm, she's explored many roles, mainly Assistant Directing, Producing, and Production Design. She has big visions for Blanks and is really excited to bring it to life and showcase her creative skills.
Our Sound Operator, Connie Higgins, is a filmmaker from Leicestershire with sole experience in directing and sound recording. While working on Blanks, she hopes to advance her knowledge in all aspects of sound and learn new skills in social media management.
Millie Francis, our Pre and Post-Production Support is an aspiring camera operator from Surrey. During her time at MetFilm School, she has gained experience in a variety of roles, leading her excitement to contribute to the film's impact through sound and colour.
Gabriel Keane, our Casting Manager and 2nd Assistant Camera, grew up in the Midlands. He loves the concept of Blanks as it draws inspiration from some of the directors who made him pursue film, such as Edgar Wright, Danny Boyle, and Quentin Tarantino. As a director he is over the moon to be head of casting on this production so he can do what he loves best; working with actors.
Besrat Addis is an editor from London, who has learnt a lot in his time at MetFilm School. He fell in love with editing and is excited about working on a fast-paced comedy in the style of some of his favourite films.
Budget Breakdown:
Your support will help us achieve a higher quality of production. Our main investment to enhance this project revolves around our production design, where we will bring the script to life through detailed set dressing and costumes. We plan to film in a student house, making it crucial to reach our funding goal to fulfil our vision and add depth to our story, ultimately impacting its final appearance significantly. The funds raised will go towards securing essential equipment, like anamorphic lenses, which will enhance the film's visual appeal. Additionally, we'll use part of the budget to obtain original music composed specifically for our project, elevating its overall quality. Covering food and transportation costs for our external cast and crew is vital in fostering a positive working environment and allows us to work with talented individuals in our team.
Ultimately, your support will be the crucial factor that transforms this project from merely fulfilling our assignment requirements into a compelling work that can be showcased at film festivals. Your contribution will help us elevate the quality and reach of our film, allowing us to share our vision with a broader audience and create a lasting impact.
Why Support Us?
The support and funding provided from crowdfunding will allow us to create evidence of our talents and skills which will advance our careers as post-graduates. Significantly strengthening our resumes, as being able to showcase a well-made grad film will show our ability to successfully take a project from beginning to end; your contribution will support our professional growth.