Hello MJ community:
This local boy is co producing an animated feature here in JAX; the creator/directo/producer is another local. Chec out our press release and Kickstarter page:
Kickstarter campaign to launch an animated movie
about illegal dog fighting.
Jacksonville, Florida (September 20, 2013) Dawgtown is the
story of a young Pitbull named Max who is taken from his
owner and thrown into the brutal world of underground dogfighting. As a competitor in the most well-funded pit-
fighting organization in the world, he becomes a sign of
hope to the others, and must lead them in a dangerous fight
for freedom. It's Gladiator meets Animal Farm.
"I've been researching this subject for years," says
director Justin Murphy, "and talking with various rescue
organizations. In order to protect their anonymity, I
cannot name them, but they've been involved in some high-
profile rescues, including busting up Michael Vick's operation."
Refreshing about Dawgtown is that it is being produced in
the style and technique of traditional hand-drawn
animation, which audiences are seeing less and less of
these days with the proliferation of CG.
"This is indie filmmaking," Murphy continues, "it's done all the time with live action, why can't it be done with animation? We have the talent on board, and the technology
makes it affordable now. This is PG-13 material, and it
deals with socially relevant issues about animal cruelty
and the abuse of power."
The filmmakers are seeking to raise the $75,000 in preproduction
money through Kickstarter. This will enable
them to hire the actors needed for the voiceover (one of
which includes an internationally known talent) and
complete the storyboards for the entire film. The project
runs from September 20 - October 21. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to pitbull rescue efforts.
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Patrons can find out more about how to support Dawgtown, as well as the many rewards offered at www.kickstarter.com.