Thursday, March 29, 2007

Spread the Word!

Maybe you're looking at this project and saying "I wish I could help, but I live in Kansas" or maybe, "I wish I could help, but I don't have the time".

Actually, in just a few minutes and with a little bit of thought, you can help no matter where you are!

Do you know anyone in Michigan? Do you know anyone who has an interest in acting, or simply cares deeply about the Pro-Life cause? What about Pro-Life organizations and Churches?

Drop them an e-mail! Give them a phone call! Send them to the blog: www.MeaningOfChoice.com

You can really help a lot simply by taking a few minutes to spread the word!

Take a look at the cast and crew calls. You might see something there that jogs your memory.

One other thing: keep an eye on the blog for updates, especially information about how you can help orchestrate the nationwide Church release!

Thanks for your prayers and support!

God bless!

David B. Thompson
Freedom Warrior Productions

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Needed: Locations

Freedom Warrior Productions is seeking locations for the upcoming short film “The Meaning of ‘Choice’”.

The following locations are needed:

Park/open area (must be able to shoot at night)

House (Outside only)

House (Outside, inside bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchen, and front entryway)

Banquet hall

Large, open indoor area without windows (for use as an interior dark set)

The locations will need to be somewhere within the Southeastern portion of

Michigan.

If you have a location that you would be willing to let us use, or know of one that we could use, please contact David B. Thompson at WriterDirectorProducer@hotmail.com or (248) 895-3753.

Monday, March 19, 2007

Casting Call

Please forward to all interested parties.

Call Released: 3-13-07

Working Title: “The Meaning of ‘Choice’”

Production Company: Freedom Warrior Productions

Writer-Director-Producer: David B. Thompson

Estimated Length: 20 Minutes

Budget: None—Donations Accepted to help offset production costs.

Tentative Timeframe for Principal Photography: May

Premise: “When it comes to ‘Choice’, life doesn’t count.”

Logline:

Young Sarah O’Conner addresses a pro-life gathering and tells them the story of Angela, a young woman whose decision to let her child live nearly precipitates her own murder and reveals the true nature of the “pro-choice” movement.

Roles:

Primary Cast:

Sarah/Angela O’Conner

Age: 15-20 (Needs to pass as 16 and 18)

Height: Preferably between 5’ and 5’6”

Temperament: for Angela, sweet, fun-loving, non-aggressive; for Sarah, quiet, strong.


Joe

Age: 17-22 (Needs to appear close to Angela’s age)

Height: Preferably 5’4” and 6’4”

Temperament: Charming, but self-centered; a “most popular guy in school” type.



Supporting Cast:



Mr. & Mrs. O’Conner

Age: 43-48 (Need to pass as parents of 18-year-old)

Temperament: “Traditional Church family parents”; loving, but the type who are slightly more inclined to listen to “experts” and follow the crowd than challenge the culture too much.


Rob O’Conner

Age: 14-17 (Needs to pass as 15-16 year old)

Height; Preferably between 5’2” and 5’8”

Temperament: Fun/adventure-loving, slightly annoying younger brother.


Tormenter

Height: At least 5’6”, but preferably taller.


Tormenter (Voice)

Needs to be somewhat intimidating, strong, possibly deep.

Doesn’t need to be the same person as the physical actor.


Leslie Berken

Age: Flexible, but must pass for at least 23-25 if not older.

Temperament: Feminist reporter; chip on her shoulder when it comes to men and rabidly pro-abortion.



Other Miscellaneous Cast:

There will be a few other minor “bit parts” available, as well as a need for up to 100-150 “extras” for a pro-life fundraiser scene.




Pay: None

Location: This film is being shot in and around Oakland County, Michigan. Precise locations to be determined.

To Apply:

Please apply by April 15 if at all possible! Send a copy of your résumé, headshot, reel (if you have one) and a cover letter listing the position sought and whatever assets that you may be able to bring to the project.

Please note that Freedom Warrior Productions at this point will probably not be able to pay for transportation, lodging, etc.. If you live in the area or are willing and able to pay your own way here, great! Voice talent for the Tormenter’s voice does not need to be present on set. Meals while on set will be provided.

Contact: WriterDirectorProducer@hotmail.com

NOTE: If you do not receive a reply indicating receipt of your message within three business days, please call me at (248) 895-3753. AOL especially tends to have problems receiving e-mail from Hotmail.

Crew Call

Please forward to all interested parties.

Call Released: 3-10-07

Working Title: “The Meaning of ‘Choice’”

Production Company: Freedom Warrior Productions

Writer-Director-Producer: David B. Thompson

Estimated Length: 20 Minutes

Budget: None—Donations Accepted to help offset production costs.

Tentative Timeframe for Principal Photography: May

Premise: “When it comes to ‘Choice’, life doesn’t count.”

Logline:

Young Sarah O’Conner addresses a pro-life gathering and tells them the story of Angela, a young woman whose decision to let her child live nearly precipitates her own murder and reveals the true nature of the “pro-choice” ideology.

Seeking:


Director of Photography (Preferably with own equipment)

Sound Designer (Incl. On-Set Audio) (Preferably with own equipment)

Wardrobe/Makeup Artist

Unit Production Manager

Craft Service/Catering

Script Supervisor

Production Assistants (a.k.a.volunteers to help with all sort of things around the set.)

Composer

Musicians

Behind-The-Scenes Producer (For the DVD!)

Rig Builder(s) (Camera Rigs)



Pay: None

Location: This film is being shot in and around Oakland County, Michigan. Precise locations yet to be determined.

To Apply:

Please apply by April 15 if at all possible! Send a copy of your résumé and a cover letter listing the position sought and any equipment or other assets that you may be able to bring to the project.

Please note that Freedom Warrior Productions at this point will probably not be able to pay for transportation, lodging, etc.. If you live in the area or are willing and able to pay your own way here, great! Composer may work remotely and doesn’t need to be on set.

Contact: WriterDirectorProducer@hotmail.com

NOTE: If you do not receive a reply indicating receipt of your message within three business days, please call me at (248) 895-3753. AOL especially tends to have problems

New Film Announcement: The Meaning of "Choice"

Family and Friends,

It gives me great pleasure to announce that I have begun preproduction on my next short film, “The Meaning of ‘Choice’”.

In the film, young pro-life activist Sarah O’Conner addresses a pro-life gathering and tells them the story of Angela, a young woman whose decision to let her child live nearly precipitates her own murder and reveals the true nature of the “pro-choice” movement.

The film will highlight the intellectual dishonesty of the so-called “pro-choice” movement and challenge pro-lifers on their willingness to allow the enemy to define the debate with deceptive labels.

I would appreciate your prayers as I move forward with this film. Principal photography is tentatively scheduled for late May with entry in the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival and DVD release following in the Fall of this year.

If you know anyone who might be interested in participating in this film, please send them to this website.

Thank you for your support!

God bless!

David B. Thompson

Writer, Director, Producer, “The Meaning of ‘Choice’”