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Science fiction feature film - an astronaut gone astray...

Astronaut Eren Gaparso - as one of hundreds of pioneers on a colonization mission to the Earth-like planet Ayuna - is supposed to ensure the survival of mankind. But when Eren awakens from his cryonic sleep, he is confronted with a bitter reality: his space capsule has been badly damaged in an asteroid field and the rest of his fleet seems to have disappeared. The fight for survival begins...
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Funding period
8/18/24 - 12/15/24
Realisation
02.10. - 13.11.2024
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Minimum amount (Start level): €
2,500 €
City
Berlin
Category
Movie / Video
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What is this project all about?

Together we (the production company FilmDas GmbH and many film enthusiasts from and around Berlin) are producing a low-budget science fiction feature film with your support.

The plot in a few sentences:
Set entirely within the confines of a small space capsule, Epilogue follows astronaut Eren Gaparso on a mission to colonize the Earth-like planet Ayuna. Upon waking from cryogenic sleep, he discovers his fleet has vanished, leaving him utterly alone. Relying only on his AI companion, Eren tries to locate any survivors, when he makes a disturbing discovery: Massive organic structures the size of mountain ranges crawl all over the supposedly uninhabited planet below..

EPILOGUE is a chamber play, the film takes place exclusively inside a small space capsule.

EPILOGUE is not only intended to be a stand-alone feature film, but also the start of a sci-fi saga in several parts, inspired by sci-fi films from the 1970s, 80s and 90s.

What is the project goal and who is the project for?

Our aim with EPILOGUE is to bring an extraordinary science fiction adventure - as visually stunning and impressive as possible - to the screen. We don't just want to tell our audience the story of astronaut Eren Gaparso, we want to take them on a journey to the other side of the galaxy with lovingly handcrafted scenography and sophisticated special effects.

EPILOGUE is aiming at:

SCIENCE FICTION FANS: Lovers of science fiction films and literature who appreciate exciting and innovative stories in alien worlds and futuristic scenarios.

FILM ENTHUSIATS: Viewers who seek cinematic quality, artistic vision and profound themes in movies. Epilogue offers a visually stunning and emotionally engaging experience that goes beyond pure entertainment.

FANS OF CHARACTER DRAMAS: People who prefer complex character development and emotional depth in stories. Eren Gaparso's journey offers an intense character study that will captivate audiences.

ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS VIEWERS: Individuals interested in issues such as environmental degradation and the future of humanity. Epilogue deals with the search for a new home for humanity and reflects on the mortality of our species.

TECHNOLOGY and FUTURE INTERESTED: People who are enthusiastic about the development of artificial intelligence, space travel and future technologies. The interactions between Eren and the on-board computer UMA offer exciting insights into possible future developments.

FANS OF INDEPENDENT FILMS: Viewers who support independent film projects and appreciate that they often tell original and bold stories that are rarely found in big studio productions.

In short, Epilogue is for all of you. :)

We invite everyone who feels addressed by these topics to become part of our journey and support Epilogue. Together we can bring a unique and moving story to life!

Why would you support this project?

Through crowdfunding, we can realize our creative and innovative film project, which could only be produced with restrictions without this support.

By supporting us, you will become part of a community of supporters and fans who are enthusiastic about EPILOGUE and who will lead the film to success together.

How will we use the money if the project is successfully funded?

After years of preparation, the time has finally come and the production of EPILOGUE is within reach.

We have already realized the lion's share of our project under our own steam: A complex spaceship set has been built, excellent equipment has been gathered (we are shooting on ARRI Alexa Mini and anamorphic Atlas Mercury optics), we have set up a self-financed studio and a motivated, enthusiastic shooting team is waiting in the wings.

Our entire team works free of charge!

The money you provide us with will go towards the realization of the filming without any deductions and will help us to close some critical financing gaps:
- Realization of realistic special effects (such as zero gravity)
- Fixed costs of technically high-quality film equipment
- Completion of final set components
- Production of props and costumes
- Insurance, data storage media, electricity and heating costs
- Catering for our team on set

Who are the people behind the project?

The Film Production Company FilmDas GmbH: Nils Werner, Max Viktor, Christina H. Lee, David Lichtenauer
Director/Screenwriter/Scenographer: David Lichtenauer
Main Cast: Daniel Grave, Alia Seror-O'Neill
Production Management: Carla Buchal, Ferdinand Hiebsch
Director of Photography: Manuel Schamberger
Sound: David Rimsky-Korsakow
Costume: Anna Sünkel
Makeup: Lucia Schütz
VFX: Pascal Kuhn, Mirco Tornow
Crowdfunding Campaign: Max Röhling & Christina H. Lee

And many other people, without whose help this project would never have been possible!

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FilmDas GmbH
David Lichtenauer
Emser Str. 77
12051 Berlin Deutschland
USt-IdNr.: DE330251484

10/24/24 - Die vierte Drehwoche hat begonnen und es...

Die vierte Drehwoche hat begonnen und es liegen noch drei Wochen vor uns bevor wir alle Aufnahmen im Kasten haben.

Wir sind weiterhin auf eure Unterstützung angewiesen und freuen uns über jeden Beitrag aus unserer Crowd! Teilt den Link zu unserer Kampagne und unserem Instagram Kanal gerne auch mit euren Freunden und Familie!

https://www.instagram.com/evolution_of_machine/

10/24/24 - Hallo ihr Lieben, Halbzeit! :) Dank eurer...

Hallo ihr Lieben,

Halbzeit! :)

Dank eurer Unterstützung, die uns nicht nur über Startnext, sondern auch auf anderen Kanälen erreicht hat, konnten wir erfolgreich in den Dreh starten und sind schon weit gekommen. Auf Instagram könnt ihr den Dreharbeiten folgen.

Da wir trotzdem noch Finanzierungslücken schließen müssen, passen wir den Betrag an, den wir über Startnext überbrücken müssen.
Es liegen noch viel Arbeit und Ausgaben vor uns, wir freuen uns also weiterhin über jede Hilfe! :)

9/22/24 - Liebe Startnext-Crowd, vielen Dank für eure...

Liebe Startnext-Crowd,

vielen Dank für eure bisherige Unterstützung! :)

Im Moment haben wir über alle Kanäle genügend Kapital eingesammelt, um den Dreh starten zu können. Yeah! :D

Für den Abschluss der Dreharbeiten und die Post-Produktion werden aber nach wie vor Mittel benötigt - daher verlängern wir unsere Crowdfunding-Kampagne.

Wir freuen uns auf weitere Unterstützung ;)

Liebe Grüße

Euer Epilogue-Produktionsteam

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