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So, I've been thinking, and re-thinking. I have come to a conclusion; We have the people here to do it, why don't we make an actual movie!?

We all see, and watch half the crap that's fed to us, and we think to ourselves, "I can do better than that". So why don't we?

We have people with experience here. And I'm sure we could somehow scrape up the cash to do something.

What/who is there, that we don't have, that we would need?

Money that people are willing to put in. Only a few people live close enough to each other that meeting up would be easy, so others would have to pay a lot to drive/fly.

Aye, but look at the amount of members we have. Contributing a few dollars here and there, can go a long way.

Besides money, because this isn't something that has to happen in a year. It can be in production for a long time. Which would also make for a better film.

The money aspect out of the way, what else are we lacking??

We have script writers and boom authors, but would they have the time to put a full script together?

I'm sure if we all put in, it could be done. And think about it, say it takes five years. In five years, we could have a kick-ass movie.

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I think it's a good idea in concept, but probably a bit to idealistic. Not hard to collaborate on a script from halfway around the world, but the actual filming could be a nightmare.

Still...I'm willing to contribute. You're right VC, there's a ton of talent around here. Worth a shot if we can get shit organized.

The filming would be the most difficult part, but who says we all have to be in it? We have everyone we need, in all actuality.

I just started thinking about it, the way we all rag on movies, and say they could have done this better, blah, blah, blah. Why don't we just do it, and be done with it?

Idealistic, yes. Possible, yes. The biggest thing is to keep the drive on for it. I would also suggest tackling one thing at a time.

If anyone is actually up for doing this, teams would need to be in order. People placed in certain groups, to work on certain aspects of the film. Some peoples contributions, would come much later than others.

But I think it would seriously be worth a shot. And who knows? With everyone here's combined knowledge of horror films, we may just make the perfect horror film.

Right on Return!

A tiny, crappy film is easy.

A kick ass movie is hard even with plenty of cash... done on a shoestring it is nearly impossible. I'd say the minimum it would cost to make a really good, really cheap film is around $10,000.

Think about good cheap films, like BLAIR WITCH PROJECT or THE SIGNAL. Aiming for anything lower will result in run-of-the-mill youtube crap.

Just never forget that as soon as money gets involved, people are going to want to see a return on their investment, so contracts, waivers, residual scales, etc would have to be set up.

Making films is more about facing daily rejection & frustration than the actual filming... and if that still doesn't deter you then have fun and go for it!

This, I am aware of. But if you go to any local blockbuster, and pick up random movies, a lot of them look as if they are done on home cameras. A lot of them don't even have any sort of special effects.

Yes, contracts, etc., would definitely come into play. But some of the initial start, as far as writing, can be a group effort to start with, in their spare time. And that would not require much, if any, money to do.

I'm also figuring, that by the time the basic story and script are written, approved by everyone, and given the go-ahead, it will be at least a year or two. So no physical filming would even begin for that long.

We could also do some kind of prize raffles, and donations to collect money for filming.

I honestly think it can be pulled off. But it's not a one-man job.

I'm looking at you, members of HDC. Which of you will step forward, and face this challenge?

However far this should get, I'll read anything people come up with. I'd recommend forming commitees and trying a short. Say four of us get together to form a script development commitee, then another couple of us who live within range form an equipment and preproduction commitee and actually film this sucker if it passes the final stages of script development.

i cant do shit.

and i live too far away.

but ... i could do the casting couch thing if the girls are willing to travel to toronto.

That's not a bad idea. Start with a short, and see how far it gets.

Now we're getting somewhere!

:D

We'll see how that goes over.

I'd be happy to contribute ideas to the script (for an actual film, I don't know if I'd be ideal to write it).

I'd also be happy to act in it, although it would have to be a small role considering my location.

This does sound like a fun idea, especially if everyone has no epectations of monetary returns for their investments, money or otherwise. It would probably be fun to give it a shot as long as everyone realizes that it is not likely to become the next Shining or Exorcist, etc. Ashe.
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Are you in?

Sounds like a ton of fun, I can put in some ideas for scenes and such I have a great imagination but my writing skills kinda went away as an adult. I use to write all the time but now I dont think I could actually write a script but I have ideas for horror movies all the time.

as far as it being good, think of Saw 1 2 broke guys with an idea and a movie that really took place in 1 room. They didnt think it would amount to anything and look at them now.

Grand idea!

Counting you, I think we possibly have 6 members willing to give this a go, as of right now.

We cant get a simple package shipped to more then 2 members without it getting stalled......I don't think I'm gonna start sending money anywhere.

What package? Now I am curious I want a package.

No shit...



Where's Freak by the way...

To start with, there is no money shipment. Starting with a script.

Because we can't even send a package in the mail.... baby steps ,VC..... ;)

The package, is a bit different than this. You are sending stuff around, that is being sifted through, added to and then having to send it out again. Not to mention, the shipping cost keeps getting bigger.

Oh, and I almost forgot! This costs no money to start. :eek:

Instead of everyone being negative towards a new idea, and spending time trying to come up with reasons why it won't work, spend that time trying to make it come to be. You'll be surprised at the results you get.

:rolleyes:

And personally, I think all of this package talk, needs to be moved to the package thread.

I am down with sharing my thoughts, ideas, and all that. I have written scripts, edited, directed, acted and what not so I would enjoy trying to do something.

Starting with a concept and ideas is a good idea and we can build off that. Just to see where it goes. It doesn't hurt to try at least.

That's what I'm saying.

And one other thought...Anyone involved with the project, must keep quiet about all of the actual concepts, and keep it within the group that is actually working on it.

So far:

GorePhobia
VampiricClown
FerretChucker
The_Return
Doc Faustus
Psycho_D (Possibly)
HostelSaw (Possibly)

I think I got that right...

If you'll have me I'd gladly pitch in.

Welcome aboard.

:cool:

Sure, why not?
Count me in.

I will definetly get in on it with whatever I can help with.

Sure, count me in.
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I have just sent a request to join the new group "HDC Movie Production Team", to those of you who have expressed interest in this idea. This way, we don't have to clutter up the main forums.

I'm in, VC. Anything to actually use my film degree! :p

Awesome!

Invite to group, sent to you.

This may very well, turn into something big.

:cool:

What's your degree?

I didn't get anything. Is it sent via PM or email?

If this project ever actually does get off the ground I'd love to be involved.

I work for a company that distributes training films - and we also make them, and I've been a film grip on a few of those. I'd love to be a film grip on a horror movie, and if any filming is done in Chicago, I know a great warehouse we can film at, for probably $500/day (I think).

Plus, I can score it, I would love to do all the music. Weather this movie happens or not, some day I'm going to score a horror movie.

There should be something instead of "Private Messages" that you click, and it will give you a drop-down menu.

But do you want to be involved, before it gets off the ground?

I'll join in.