Now Showing on Vimeo

"A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal" has had a great run at film festivals and now the filmmakers are making it available on Vimeo. There's even a tip jar if you want to help finance the feature!

https://vimeo.com/50665107

A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal visual effects update

Director Joshua Siegel gives an advance look at the fairies of "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal"

Indiegogo update

Hey guys,

The Midsummer crew is hard at work on visual effects. Here's concept art and animation of one of the fairies. Not your traditional type but deadly non-the-less

And here's the same concept put to animation:

As always your contribution to our Post production campaign is much appreciated and don't forget to spread the word on this great project.

Midsummer Nighmare: Post Production Campaign

We're almost there. Check out the video below to see a sneak peak of the much anticipated short film: A Midsummer Nightmare: The Betrayal. If you want more information you can always go to our indiegogo site. Enjoy!!!

indiegogo post production campaign from jeffmoore on Vimeo.

Small clip from A MIDSUMMER NIGHTMARE: THE BETRAYAL

This small snippet from the upcoming short film includes a temp audio track and visual effects. Make sure to go to our FACEBOOK page and "like" it.

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

http://midsummerfilm.blogspot.com

http://bit.ly/ifpdntAMSN

https://www.facebook.com/AMidsummerNightmare

New horror film inspired by William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Nights Dream to shoot in Butte County in… well… Midsummer.

Chico, Ca 4/11/2011 Two years ago, a group of local artists got together and used the natural beauty of Butte County to create a horror film. The result was the feature length gore-fest "Bloodwood". The film screened at the El Rey Theater last year in front of a full house and was distributed by Eagle One Media with a new title. "Bloodwood Cannibals" can now be found in such online stores as Target, Best Buy, and can be downloaded from iTunes.

Now writer/director Joshua Siegel has reteamed with old friends to bring more splatter to the Chico area. The film, titled "A Midsummer Nightmare – The Betrayal", is a fantasy horror based on Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and is set to begin filming in Butte County on June 15th.

The filmmakers are raising post-production funds for this project through the Independent Film Project and have been promoting the effort via social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Director Joshua Siegel says, “This film will showcase local talent, and the fund raising campaign is a fun way to get the public involved. People can get exclusive perks related to the movie and be part of the project just by contributing a few dollars. These grass roots efforts are essential to independent films. I hope our work will bring more film productions to Butte County.”

Producer L. Jeffrey Moore added, “Raising money by way of crowd funding gives the viewing public control over the types of entertainment they want to see. The Production staff has worked tirelessly in bringing fresh ideas to 'Midsummer' in the hopes that the viewing public will be confident in contributing their hard earned money towards this project.”

Those familiar with “Bloodwood Cannibals” will be treated to some familiar faces in "A Midsummer Nightmare – The Betrayal". Kate Forsyth Corey, who starred in “Bloodwood Cannibals”, will be playing Queen Titania. King Oberon will be played by Kate's on screen nemesis “Big Papa” Joe Calavita.

Another Chico resident and former Bloodwood Cannibal is Braidon Thorn, who will be giving up his thirst for human blood to play one of "the good guys". New to the cast is Butte County native Dedeker "Becky" Winston, now a working actress in Los Angeles. Becky will be playing the story’s sword wielding lady warrior.

Chico residents and other fantasy and thriller fans around the world who want to be part of the mayhem and contribute their tax deductible donations are encouraged to visit the Independent Film Project link http://bit.ly/ifpdntAMSN and the film's website: www.midsummerfilm.com

Visual Effects Artist Tracy Chen

The Makers of A MIDSUMMER NIGHTMARE: THE BETRAYAL is pleased to announce Tracy Chen as our visual effects artist. Check out her reel below or go here to visit her website.

Post Production and Beyond

Now that Principle photography is done and I've had a chance to recover with sleep and being with my family, the time has come to begin post production on our project. Our projected budget through our fundraising campaign was not met, however we were still able to meet a majority of our goals with little sacrifice to production value.

As we head into post production we just wanted to let all of you know that it's not too late to contribute. Through our fiscal sponsorship with Independent Film Project, you are still able to contribute and write it off on your taxes. We are still honoring incentives like the ones through our indiegogo campaign so simply put: the more you give the more you get.

The filmmakers would like to thank all of you who has taken the time and money to support our production. We are truly grateful and we encourage you to check back with us from time to time through our blog and our facebook page (make sure to like it). Don't forget to pass this along to others and we'll SEE YOU AT THE MOVIES!!!

Lj Moore

KHSL CBS FEATURES MIDSUMMER

IFP contribution

A HUGE thank you to to Pete and Rosemary Cronkright of Old Skool Motorcycles for a contribution of $500 through our fiscal sponsorship page. http://bit.ly/kjrbdm

Another Funder

Thank you to Dennis Flynn for his $50 contribution through Indiegogo.

Scott Brown as "Calvin" in "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal"

Scott Brown as Calvin, an American member of the Order of St. George who transported an enchanted book from Texas to San Francisco after the fall of the Alamo. Calvin has spent years traveling the American frontier, seeking supernatural creatures for the Order to exterminate. He carries a long hunting knife and a six-shooter that is often loaded with silver tipped bullets.

An award winning actor and filmmaker, Scott Brown has had a 20 year passion for the visual and performing arts. Originally from Los Angeles, Scott has been pursuing that passion in Northern California producing such films as The Intermission Man, Shakespeare's Dead and Little Boba. He continues to make films from his home with his family, friends and way too many animals.

Braidon Thorn as "Blake" in "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal".

Braidon Thorn as "Blake", a mercenary and bounty hunter. Blake was hired as protection during the hunt for a protected cave. He has a fast draw and good aim but can be clumsy.

Braidon Thorn discovered a strong interest in both acting and film making at an early age while observing on set as a scene for a popular television show was being filmed. His interest eventually became a passion as he became involved in various stage productions. Braidon has appeared in a number of independent films including "Bloodwood Cannibals" (Arcadian Entertainment) and "Lesser Miracles" (Film Future) as well as National Geographic Channel's "The Witch Hunters Bible" (Hoff Productions).

New Contributor

Thank you to Michael Luna for his contribution to A Midsummer Nightmare!

To make a contribution of any amount (and get cool perks in return) please visit our IndieGogo page.

http://bit.ly/hl7Jfd

Robert Donnelly as "Thomas" in "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal"

Robert Donnelly as Thomas, an Englishman sent to California by the Order of St. George. Charged with hiding an enchanted book forever, he is completely dedicated to his mission. Though he carries a revolver, Thomas has spent most of his life in libraries studying ancient texts.


Robert Donnelly has participated in more than sixty theatre and stage productions, and practiced singing and music over the past forty years. His range includes drama, comedy and musicals, and has included on-stage roles, tech, direction, chorus and dancing. His additional experience has included extensive voice over work and video media production.

Robert has recently held roles in two indie short films produced in
association with CiAO (The Consortium of indies, Artistes and Others).

Tax Deductible Donations

Beginning today donations to A Midsummer Nightmare can be 100% deductible through IFP.org.

Contact producer Steve Everson for details.

steve@steveleverson.com

The newest funder

A HUGE thank you to Phil Chidel for donating to our IndieGogo campaign!

The support of our friends, family, and fans is essential to making our short movie "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal". Please keep spreading the word and sharing the link.

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Thank you!

A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal cast swings into action

Watch actors Braidon Thorn and Brent Boyd of "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal" swing into action!

Meet the Cast

Meet the “good guys” of A Midsummer Nightmare – The Betrayal.

• Robert Donnelly as Thomas
• Brent Boyd as Jeb
• Braidon Thorn as Blake
• Scott Brown as Calvin

A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal location tests

Director Joshua Siegel shows off several forest locations for "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal" with help from Darren Courtney.