SOMEWHERE ELSE - A FEATURE FILM ADVOCATING FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Nobody chooses how to be born. People born with special needs didn't choose to be born developmental disabilities, and as such, they deserve equal dignity, love and respect as every other human.
‘Somewhere Else’ is an independent inspirational film that combines the gripping suspense of a psychological thriller and the intimate storytelling of a family drama. Targeted at the young adult audience, our
movie will shed light on inclusion and equal dignity for people with disabilities, promising to deliver thought-provoking
themes that will captivate viewers and generate buzz. With a targeted marketing campaign and strategic distribution plan, we aim to maximize our film's reach and revenue in a competitive market. Our lean production budget and experienced management team will ensure we'll make the most of every dollar invested in our project.
THE FILM PROJECT
Somewhere Else follows the daunting story of a distressed father struggling to raise a mute girl who, in her attempt to escape harassment, becomes a victim of a worse predicament – sexual assault. Our film explores the themes of Bullying, Equality Dignity, Love and Respect for people with developmental disabilities. With the anamorphic lenses of Alexa cameras and through the eyes of our highly talented cast, we'll immerse viewers into a compelling narrative with intriguing suspense, to ensure a memorable cinematic experience that stays with the audience even after closing credits.
MARKET ANALYSIS
· Every family has a child, parent or relative born with disabilities. ‘Somewhere Else’ will be relatable to a global audience, especially families raising adolescents. Our market analysis reveals that inspiration films, such as ‘War Room’ and ‘Breakthrough’ have generated significant box office revenues, demonstrating that with this added niche of that relates to people with disabilities, there’s huge potential for both commercial and critical success in the box office.
· Also, the rise of streaming platforms has created new opportunities for independent films, allowing us to reach a wider audience and capitalize on the growing demand for engaging content. Our film's blend of suspense and drama sets it apart from other competitors in the inspirational film genre, giving us a strong foothold in the market.
· In addition, we are leveraging our expertise in diversity to explore the burgeoning African market (Nollywood) that grosses over $700 million from 2,500 films per year, expanding its focus to encompass inspirational storytelling worldwide and guarantee return on investment.
MARKETING & DISTRIBUTION
· ‘Somewhere Else’ will employ a multi-faceted marketing strategy that leverages the power of social media, targeted advertising, and strategic partnerships to generate excitement and anticipation for our film.
· We'll capitalize on the popularity of inspirational content and influencers to create viral buzz while utilizing traditional PR and media outreach to garner critical acclaim and industry attention.
· Our distribution plan includes a theatrical release in North America, Europe and Africa particularly, followed by a broader
roll-out on streaming platforms, allowing us to reach our target audience in cinemas and at home.
· We'll also submit our film to various film festivals, such as Sundance, Tribeca, and Cannes, to build our film's profile and generate additional interest from potential distributors and sales agents.
· Collaborations with other industry players, such as production companies and genre-specific streaming platforms, will further enhance our film's visibility and marketability, ensuring we reach the broadest possible audience.
· Somewhere Else has a huge potential for multiple-episodes-series.
PRODUCTION PLAN
· ‘Somewhere Else’ will follow a carefully planned production schedule to ensure we stay on track and within budget.
· Our pre-production phase will finalize the script, secure our cast and crew, and scout the perfect locations for our story. · With a lean 21-day shooting schedule, we'll maximize our resources, utilizing guerrilla filmmaking techniques and cost-effective equipment rentals to capture our film's raw, visceral energy.
· Post-production will be equally efficient, with dedicated editors, sound designers, and visual effects artists working together to create a polished, captivating final product.
· We aim to have a completed film ready for festival submissions and distribution within six months of wrapping principal photography.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
· ‘Somewhere Else’ boasts of an impressive cast list starring ‘The Forge’ actor ‘Cameron Arnett’ and ‘War Room’ star ‘Karen Abercrombie’ in leading roles, alongside award-winning veteran Nigerian actors ‘Richard Mofe-Damijo’ and ‘Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde’ with joint following of over 10 million on social media.
· Our producers and directors ‘Martins Samuel’ and ‘Jide Kol’ are rising talents from the New York Film Academy, with a wealth of experience from a plethora of shorts and multiple feature films that bagged nominations and awards from festivals in several categories.
· Finally, we take pride in the diversity of our talented crew members, including our cinematographer, Felix Mendoza, who have worked on numerous successful narrative films and documentaries for corporate entities.
FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS
· ‘Somewhere Else’ has a total budget of $300,000, which includes all production, marketing, and contingency expenses. Our budget has been carefully crafted to ensure we allocate resources efficiently and maximize every dollar invested.
· Based on the performance of similar films and our market analysis, we project a potential revenue of $1 million, offering our backers a return on investment.
· Our financial plan includes strategies for maximizing revenue, such as exploring international distribution deals, ancillary markets (DVD, VOD), and leveraging transferable tax credits available in our shooting locations.
· We also plan to minimize risk for equity investors by keeping our budget lean and focusing on cost-effective marketing and distribution strategies. This approach ensures that our investors can feel confident in the potential for a healthy return on their investment.
· Budget breakdown available upon request.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
‘Somewhere Else’ offers potential investors several attractive investment opportunities, ranging from equity investments to convertible loans.
With a minimum investment of $10,000, investors can join our exciting project and share its potential success. Higher investment levels offer additional benefits, such as an executive producer credit, invitations to premieres and exclusive events, and a higher percentage of the film's profits.
Based on comparable films and market research, our projected return on investment offers a compelling opportunity for investors and filmmakers looking to enter the thriving world of independent filmmaking.
CONCLUSION
There is hate and division in the world. Sadly, inspirational films that could unite mankind now accepts one group of people and tears the other down. We want to unite the world through films, by telling inclusive stories to inspire love and acceptance for all mankind. To achieve this, we are seeking $250,000 to produce a feature film ‘Somewhere Else’ whose compelling story would advocate for equal dignity, love and respect for all humans, regardless of how they are born. All investors would partake in the profits from the project, with points distributed according to degrees of investment.
CONTACT INFORMATION
+1-323-915-6200