Trail
A$25
of $500 targetyrs ago
Closed on 21st Jan 2014 at 10:56AM.
Trail follows the story of three friends as they embark on a treasure hunt in the Australian bush, only to turn on one another in pursuit of the ultimate prize. The film will commence on the 11th January 2013 on the Central Coast. The roles are already cast with some amazing, fresh talent, and the crew is ready to rumble with this unique and exciting story.
Synopsis
After discovering a map on a dead homeless man’s body in an alleyway one night, three down and out friends, struggling financially, embark on a treasure hunt in the Australian bush. Ellie and Ant can’t wait to get started, but Dana has her doubts putting pressure on the others to end the hunt and return home. In the Australian heat tensions rise, and Dana’s concern soon turns into paranoia. Slowly she begins to turn on her companions, creating chaos within the group, until one by one they turn on one another desperate and greedy to claim the map for themselves.
Trail is an adventurous and thrilling story set in an ideal location, showcasing Australia’s amazing natural environment, while dealing with themes of desperation, paranoia, fear and testing friendships in pursuit of the ultimate prize.
Kya Stewart plays ELLIE
Kya Stewart is a hard working and talented actor who has had an exciting and successful year within the industry. She recently shot and was cast as the face of the new optical eyewear range released by Nikon and has just finished shooting a Television Campaign for National Geographic and the launch of their new channel. She has completed a number of short films, some of which have received interest internationally.
Ash Vlahos plays DANA
Ash originates from a theatre background in acting, and in recent years has moved onto the screen participating in web and television series, and a multitude of short films, including Beneath the Waves, for which she has been awarded Best Supporting Actress in the Los Angeles New Wave Film Festival, 2011. She has trained at TAFTA Studios, and participated in the intensive LA Experience, which brought her to the USA to train with some brilliant overseas acting coaches. Ash brings a fresh and alluring energy to the screen, and is all revved up for her role in Trail.
Jacob Jett plays ANT
Jacob studied at the Actor's Centre Australia in 2009, and has also trained as a classical dancer. He performed in a variety of shows, such as 'A Chorus Line'. During this period, he auditioned for and attained an International scholarship to the New York Film Academy, Los Angeles Campus, and completed Associate Degree in Fine Arts in Acting for Film. In 2011 Jacob was handpicked by Shaquille O'Neal to play his lead vampire for a music-driven short film. Jacob continues to study and polish his craft, as well as honing his classical dance training.
Why?
I feel Trail is a very unique story; it brings a classic treasure hunt into modern times, and takes place in an amazing Australian setting. I wanted to create a really fun, exciting and adventurous story that not just entertained people, but also allowed the actors to let go, lose control and all inhibitions. Personally, I love to see a good adventure flick and just want people to enjoy themselves. (Remember the first time you saw Jurassic Park - totally not comparing myself to Spielberg - but how much fun was that?!).
Synopsis
After discovering a map on a dead homeless man’s body in an alleyway one night, three down and out friends, struggling financially, embark on a treasure hunt in the Australian bush. Ellie and Ant can’t wait to get started, but Dana has her doubts putting pressure on the others to end the hunt and return home. In the Australian heat tensions rise, and Dana’s concern soon turns into paranoia. Slowly she begins to turn on her companions, creating chaos within the group, until one by one they turn on one another desperate and greedy to claim the map for themselves.
Trail is an adventurous and thrilling story set in an ideal location, showcasing Australia’s amazing natural environment, while dealing with themes of desperation, paranoia, fear and testing friendships in pursuit of the ultimate prize.
Kya Stewart plays ELLIE
Kya Stewart is a hard working and talented actor who has had an exciting and successful year within the industry. She recently shot and was cast as the face of the new optical eyewear range released by Nikon and has just finished shooting a Television Campaign for National Geographic and the launch of their new channel. She has completed a number of short films, some of which have received interest internationally.
Ash Vlahos plays DANA
Ash originates from a theatre background in acting, and in recent years has moved onto the screen participating in web and television series, and a multitude of short films, including Beneath the Waves, for which she has been awarded Best Supporting Actress in the Los Angeles New Wave Film Festival, 2011. She has trained at TAFTA Studios, and participated in the intensive LA Experience, which brought her to the USA to train with some brilliant overseas acting coaches. Ash brings a fresh and alluring energy to the screen, and is all revved up for her role in Trail.
Jacob Jett plays ANT
Jacob studied at the Actor's Centre Australia in 2009, and has also trained as a classical dancer. He performed in a variety of shows, such as 'A Chorus Line'. During this period, he auditioned for and attained an International scholarship to the New York Film Academy, Los Angeles Campus, and completed Associate Degree in Fine Arts in Acting for Film. In 2011 Jacob was handpicked by Shaquille O'Neal to play his lead vampire for a music-driven short film. Jacob continues to study and polish his craft, as well as honing his classical dance training.
Why?
I feel Trail is a very unique story; it brings a classic treasure hunt into modern times, and takes place in an amazing Australian setting. I wanted to create a really fun, exciting and adventurous story that not just entertained people, but also allowed the actors to let go, lose control and all inhibitions. Personally, I love to see a good adventure flick and just want people to enjoy themselves. (Remember the first time you saw Jurassic Park - totally not comparing myself to Spielberg - but how much fun was that?!).
How The Funds Will Be Used
Your kind donation will go
towards the production of Trail, in particular equipment and crew
hire.
There are big hopes for Trail, being entered into national and international film festivals, and with your help this will be possible. In return for your generous support there are a number of little gifts of appreciation.
*Note - if you're supporting the production from overseas digital gifts are on offer
There are big hopes for Trail, being entered into national and international film festivals, and with your help this will be possible. In return for your generous support there are a number of little gifts of appreciation.
*Note - if you're supporting the production from overseas digital gifts are on offer
The Challenges
The only mishap I will be faced with is weather. As the shoot is completely an outdoors one, our shoot is completely dependent upon the weather. If it rains, no good, if it's too hot, there may be a risk of bush fires which means we won't be allowed into our bush location. If this is the case, we shall reschedule the shoot for a day with finer weather conditions. I am determined to shoot this film, and so I will make it happen.
A credited "thank you" and a signed photo of cast and crew from Trail.
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Est. delivery is Mar 14
A credited "thank you", a signed group photo from cast and crew, a slinky and a copy of the film once it's complete.
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Est. delivery is Mar 14
A credited "thank you", a signed group photo from cast and crew, a slinky, a bubble wand and a copy of the film once it's complete.
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Est. delivery is Mar 14
A credited "thank you", a signed group photo from cast and crew, a slinky, a bubble wand, a box of chocolates and a copy of the film once it's complete - signed :)
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Est. delivery is Mar 14