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"

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.

KHSL CBS FEATURES MIDSUMMER

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).

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.

Reverse Sword Hit test

Director Joshua Siegel filmed a test shot with a Canon point & shoot to see if "reverse acting" would be an effective way of filming a quick decapitation. Watch the results!

Another funder

A belated THANK YOU to Stephanie Lind 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.

http://bit.ly/hl7Jfd

Thank you!

New Contributors on Indiegogo

THANK YOU to the newest contributors to "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal": Sadie Agueda, Claudia Calhoon, and Gary Siegel.

My dad is the first to contribute at the Producer level, putting $1,000 into the effort! He's always supported my artistic endeavors and I'm so thankful that he's supporting my newest movie this way.

Every dollar helps, so please consider making a contribution on our Indiegogo page. You'll be supporting independent film, and you'll get some cool exclusive perks.

Can't afford to make a contribution? You can still help us by telling others about "A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal" and our fundraising effort.

Thank you!

- Joshua Siegel

Now Casting in Northern California

"A Midsummer Nightmare - The Betrayal" is a dark fantasy / horror short film inspired by Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. After being trapped within a magical book for over 250 years, the Faerie Court is accidentally freed in 1865 in a California forest. Three cowboys fight to survive a swarm of angry faeries and the murderous prankster called Puck.

We will be filming in Butte County, Northern California in June for 5 days and 1 night.

Please visit our Casting Page for a list of available roles and how to apply.