Fright Meter Films is Looking for Your Help in Funding "Party Night"

Fright Meter Films recently released information for their "Party Night" Kickstarter campaign. The filmmakers currently have raised $3,130 so far. They are looking to raise $10,500 by March 12th. If they don't raise that amount, the project will not be funded.

The film is a throwback to 80’s slasher films such as Prom Night and Hell Night. It would be the first film for Fight Meter Films only if it reaches its goal of $10,500.

You can view the teaser trailer at the bottom of this page.

To contribute to this campaign, you can go to: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1488629688/party-night

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/partynightmovie

Press Release:

Troy Escamilla and Renee K. Smith, in collaboration with Fright Meter Films, are set to produce their first ever feature film and bring true terror to the screen in Fall 2016. Titled Party Night and penned by Escamilla, the film is a throwback to 80’s slasher films such as Prom Night and Hell Night. This is the first feature film produced by Fright Meter Films, and the passion for this project is immense. “This film is truly a love letter to fans of genre. There are many references in the script that horror fans will grin widely at, but the film is still unique in its own right,” Escamilla states.

Escamilla has a goal of raising $10,500 by March 10th, 2016 with the Party Night campaign. Troy Escamilla knows the horror genre. He founded the Fright Meter Awards, which have grown in respect and popularity over the last few years with global backers that make up the over 50 member international Award Committee, including bloggers, writers, directors, producers, actors and fans in the horror genre.

What makes Party Night the perfect first project for Fright Meter Films is that it is fairly simplistic in its structure and content: there are only seven characters in the script and 85% of it takes place at one location, which equates to a modest budget. Collaborations are happening with other independent filmmakers, such as Kevin Sommerfield, who wrote and produced both Don't Go to the Reunion and Dismembering Christmas. Sommerfeld is on board as producer to lend his expertise on low budget independent filmmaking. Renee K. Smith, has experience as a playwright, producer, and director in the Houston area.

The teaser trailer for the film can be viewed on the Kickstarter page via the link below.

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"Party Night": Teaser Trailer

Troma Entertainment Announces Kickstarter Campaign for "Return to Nuke' Em High Vol.2"

Troma Entertainment recently announced that they've launched a Kickstarter campaign for post-production costs: color correction, sound mixing, mastering, and special effects. for "Return to Nuke' Em High Vol.2". The film is the second part to Lloyd Kaufman's Return to Nuke' Em High. It stars Catherine Corcoran and Asta Paredes.

They are looking to raise at least 50,000 dollars and have 38 days to do it. The campaign won't be funded unless they hit the $50,000 mark. The campaign ends on June 24th.

For more information on this Kickstarter campaign, you can goto: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/return2nukeemhigh2/return-to-nuke-em-high-volume-2-by-troma-entertain

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook page at:   https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToTheClassOfNukeEmHigh

Press Release:

Greetings from Tromaville! The Troma Team launched its official Return to Nuke 'Em High: Volume 2 Kickstarter campaign today--inspiring $4,000 worth of donations in only 3 short hours. The campaign, which aims to raise $50,000 for post-production costs on the "explosive" final installment of Lloyd Kaufman's two-part Return to Nuke 'Em High saga, was announced this week on Buzzfeed.

"Principal photography has wrapped and we've assembled a working cut of the film we know the world will love," says the official Kickstarter. "All that remains are the post production costs: sound mixing, color correction, editing, special effects, mastering, etc. Your generous support will get our movie completed and enjoyed by film fans all over the world!"

The official video for the campaign prominently features the reclusive Vice President of Troma Entertainment, Michael Herz. Appearing for the first time in 15 years, Herz introduces the project and invites Troma's many fans to "help us complete what I consider to be the finest Troma film of all time." Herz is joined by Kaufman and Return to Nuke 'Em High stars Catherine Corcoran and Asta Paredes.

Troma is offering backers a multitude of "Tromazing" prizes for their generous support, including "valuable one-of-a-kind props from the movie, a weekend visit at Lloyd Kaufman's crib, and even prestigious credits in the finished film." Prizes also include Return to Nuke 'Em High: Volume 2 Blu-rays, posters, and other exciting items.

Troma fans and genuine independent art lovers have already have shown their support on Kickstarter. They've also taken to social networking sites, where the hashtag #SaveNukeEmHigh has gained significant traction.

'Return to Nuke 'Em High: Volume 2' Kickstarter Video 

Popular Independent Film Website Film Threat Needs Your Help to Stay in Business

Normally, we don't post Kickstarter campaigns for websites but this one is regarding a popular independent film news and review site that has made a mark on the independent film world. Film Threat recently send us over information on their Kickstarter campaign to save the website. They are looking for at least $125,000 by April 21st to present an updated version of the website. The campaign can only be funded if it reaches its $125,000 goal. If the campaign can't reach it mark then Film Threat will be forced to close its doors.

To contribute to this Kickstarter campaign, you can go to https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thatchrisgore/save-film-threat-and-bring-back-dvduesday

Press Release:

After 30 years of being the champion for the independent film world, Film Threat is seeking a little help from its friends to go forward. Founder and publisher Chris Gore is now hosting a Kickstarter campaign that will run through April 21, with the goal of raising $125,000 to present an upgraded version of the influential film resource. The funding is crucial to the life of Film Threat. If the Kickstarter campaign misses its goal, Film Threat will shut down permanently.

Film Threat began life as a webzine in 1985 before growing into an influential magazine that offered movie lovers their first view of up-and-coming talent including Quentin Tarantino and Kevin Smith. The Film Threat site went online in 1996 and grew to encompass more than 80,000 reviews, interviews, essays and features that helped to launch scores of filmmakers’ careers and reshape the depth and scope of film criticism and appreciation.

“The truth is that the Film Threat website was actually supported by my television career,” said Gore on his Kickstarter page. “At the time, I was willing to spend $25,000 or more each year out of my own pocket to support the site. I believed very strongly in Film Threat’s mission to help up-and-coming indies. But, let’s be honest, I don’t have a TV career anymore. And convention appearances only go so far. So, it's really difficult for me to ask, but right now I need your help.”

As part of the campaign, Gore will also relaunch his popular DVDuesday segment from G4’s “Attack of the Show” as a new weekly web series. Gore is also planning a new Film Threat app and a podcast network starring the site’s writers.

“Relaunching a site of this size, with this massive amount of content, is costly and I can’t afford to fund it alone this time,” Gore added. “I’ll need money for programmers, designers, and for a new server along with a budget for writers and an editorial team to keep it going. My hope is that people still have an interest in reading about challenging films made by up-and-coming filmmakers.”

More information on the Kickstarter campaign can be found online: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thatchrisgore/save-film-threat-and-bring-back-dvduesday

What We Were Thinking Films Announces Kickstarter Campaign for "Who is Lydia Loveless?"

What We Were Thinking Films recently send us information about their Kickstarter campaign "Who is Lydia Loveless?". The filmmakers are looking to raise funds for their upcoming documentary that chronicles singer Lydia Loveless and her band in the studio recording her new album. The film also feature live performances and interviews with Loveless and her band. The filmmakers are looking to raise at least $27,500 before March 18th.

For more information on this Kickstarter campaign, you can go to: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gormanbechard/who-is-lydia-loveless-a-new-rock-doc-from-gorman-b 

Press Release:

Filmmaker Gorman Bechard, who has chronicled three of the most influential bands in the history of rock and roll with documentaries about The Replacements, Archers of Loaf, and Hüsker Dü's Grant Hart is turning his camera towards the future with his next film, WHO IS LYDIA LOVELESS?

The feature-length documentary will follow Lydia Loveless and her band into the studio as they lay down tracks for their forthcoming record. Along with live performances shot specifically for the film and extensive interviews with Loveless and her band it will visit places integral to her musical development, delve into the realities of a working musician on the brink of major success, and answer the question: Who Is Lydia Loveless?

"Lydia is the future of rock and roll," director Bechard explains. "She straps you onto an emotional roller coaster of love, lust, drunken mistakes, a little stalking, a lot of heartbreak, and you're left breathless, stunned, happy to have taken the ride."

Music journalists from SPIN to Rolling Stone have likewise raved, with her last album SOMEWHERE ELSE finding its way onto many of 2014's Best Album lists.

"I'm excited to work with Gorman," says Loveless. "He's very passionate about music and about the true meaning and spirit of rock and roll."

Bechard's three previous music docs have all won critical praise. Rolling Stone called COLOR ME OBSESSED, A FILM ABOUT THE REPLACEMENTS one of "The Seven Best New Music Documentaries of the Year." The Seattle Times raved about the "raw power and mesmerizing hooks" in his Archers of Loaf concert film WHAT DID YOU EXPECT? While EVERY EVERYTHING: THE MUSIC, LIFE & TIMES OF GRANT HART was labeled "beautifully sad" by The Village Voice.

WHO IS LYDIA LOVELESS? will be funded via a KickStarter campaign that runs through March 18th. The KickStarter campaign can be found at www.WhoIsLydiaLoveless.com

Filming is slated for spring and summer 2015, with a premiere planned for 2016.

For more information please visit: www.WhatWereWeThinkingFilms.com

Filmmakers of "White Rabbit" Are Looking for Your Help to Get Their Film into Theaters

Breaking Glass Pictures recently send us information about a Kickstarter campaign that the filmmakers of "White Rabbit" is trying to get their film into theaters. The campaign has already raised over $21,000. The filmmakers are looking at $45.000. There's 9 days left in their campaign to raise the necessary funds.

To contribute and find more information on their Kickstarter campaign, you can goto: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2142907994/white-rabbit-anti-bullying-film-theatrical-release?ref=category_popular

The White Rabbit family has launched a Kickstarter campaign to spread awareness and help get the film into as many theaters as possible. White Rabbit is much greater than just a film, it is a statement about one of the greatest problems existing in our society today - bullying and how that brings about youth violence. The team decided to come to Kickstarter because nearly everyone has either been bullied or knows someone who has. With your help we can get this visceral message the right amount of exposure and truly create a meaningful impact on today's youths.

White Rabbit stars Sam Trammell from "True Blood" and The Fault in our Stars, Britt Robertson from Disney's upcoming Tomorrowland and Nick Krause from The Descendants. White Rabbit will be released starting in 10 cities and Video on Demand starting February 13, 2015.

Following in tradition of Gus Van Sant's acclaimed Elephant, White Rabbit follows a bullied high school student's descent into madness. "With White Rabbit we are trying to bring these issues into discussion in order to help find a solution," says Nick Krause in the Kickstater video. "Hopefully you will help us get this film to the audience it deserves," adds Sam Trammell.

Backers can pledge as little as one dollar for the campaign. Prizes including autographed DVD's, White Rabbit t-shirts, digital extras and a link to the film will be rewarded to everyone who pledges at least $5. Screen credits and premiere tickets are available for large donors.

Kickstarter has selected the White Rabbit campaign as a favorite "Staff Pick." The campaign will end January 21, 2015 and the project will only be funded if at least $45,000 is pledged. The campaign is currently 20% funded but with your help we can push this important message even further!

"Muck" Filmmakers Need Your Help in Funding the Prequel "Muck: The Feast of St. Patrick"

WithanO Productions recently sent us information about their Kickstarter Campaign for their latest film "Muck: The Feast of Saint Patrick". The film is the prequel to "Muck" which is hitting theaters on March 13, 2015 courtesy of Anchor Bay Films. The filmmakers are looking to shoot the film and shoot it in 4K Ultra HD, just like their last film "Muck".

Rewards include a walk-on role in the film, or the chance to even be KILLED (onscreen) by the Great KANE HODDER. There’s also plenty of autographed posters, personalized tweets, vines, and recorded messages from the Muck cast available, including the 2012, 2013, and 2014 Playboy Playmates of the Year Jaclyn Swedberg, Raquel Pomplun and Kennedy Summers. Not to mention tickets to a MUCK screening on Saint Patrick’s Day at the Playboy Mansion, a week in the MUCK house in Cape Cod, MUCK red carpet premiere tickets, and lots of MUCK SWAG, including t-shirts, MUCK U jerseys, and Muck shot glass.

To help and contribute to this Kickstarter, you can goto: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1384824549/muck-horror-films-for-horror-fans-4k-ultra-hd-and.

Also on the bottom of the post, they've sent us some Kickstarter posters related to their campaign.

Press Release:

As many of you know, Anchor Bay will be releasing MUCK in theaters Friday the 13th, March 2015. Nevertheless, Steve Wolsh isn’t waiting around to start pre-production on the prequel to MUCK. Wolsh is committed to independent, old-school horror filmmaking with no CGI, and since no studio would allow him to make films the way he wants – bloody, dangerous and disturbing – he’s turned to Kickstarter to get the ball rolling, and horror fans are responding.

The Muck: Kickstarter boasts a ton of EPIC rewards, headlined by a walk-on role in the film, or the chance to even be KILLED (onscreen) by the Great KANE HODDER. There’s also plenty of autographed posters, personalized tweets, vines, and recorded messages from the Muck cast available, including the 2012, 2013, and 2014 Playboy Playmates of the Year Jaclyn Swedberg, Raquel Pomplun and Kennedy Summers. Not to mention tickets to a MUCK screening on Saint Patrick’s Day at the Playboy Mansion, a week in the MUCK house in Cape Cod, MUCK red carpet premiere tickets, and lots of MUCK SWAG, including t-shirts, MUCK U jerseys, and Muck shot glass. (Spoiler Alert: Muck shot glass have Big Glass Tits and can be seen on the Kickstarter page http://bit.ly/MuckKickstarter.)

Best of all: A pledge of just $25 gets backers their choice of DVD or Blu-ray copy of "MUCK", and you’ll receive it BEFORE it ever hits theaters (sorry, Anchor Bay!). Backers at this level will also receive an email copy of the "MUCK" script; a special "Thank You" mention on the "MUCK" Twitter and in the "MUCK" Prequel movie credits; and a digital download of the "MUCK" Prequel when it's released. We will also be taking two backers of this reward level or higher to the "MUCK" Premiere Party at the Playboy Mansion next March.

The prequel, titled MUCK: Feast of Saint Patrick will be be shot in "Bloody Stunning" 4K Ultra HD, just like the original MUCK, and again be full of incredible stunts, without the use of any CGI- that is, with your help!

Thank you to all the horror fans out there that have already support this project, please keep spreading the word: iif you help support the MUCK prequel, you’ll get great Rewards and see the films before anyone else!

To demonstrate his commitment to practical effects, Director Steve Wolsh lights his own hands on fire with a blow torch and drinks from a burning glass in the Kickstarter video, which can be seen here: http://bit.ly/MuckKickstarter. Please Give a Muck if you can.