Reviewed by: Pat Byington
Local filmmakers to begin new project filming in Birmingham this spring
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Birmingham is buzzing with cinematic energy this summer. According to Create Birmingham’s Jessica Moody, there are a handful of productions underway from small-budget films to major features.
Read on to learn more about Videovore, an independent film that begins shooting in The Magic City this May.
Videovore begins filming this May
Between the two of them, local filmmakers Dan King and Ryan Kindahl have a combined 25 years of experience in the industry from commercial work and photography to writing and directing.
Their latest project, Videovore, is a fantasy film inspired by the style of 1980s Amblin movies like E.T. and Gremlins. While it features fantastical, “creature feature” elements, the heart of the story is a poignant family drama centered on a son’s relationship with his father.
According to Kindahl, one of the main characters is a creature that’ll be brought to life with a puppet, created for the film by an artist in Denver.
Support independent filmmakers
Want to help support Dan and Ryan? They’ve started a GoFundMe to help crowdfund for producing the film and feeding the crew. So far, they’ve reached $6,650 of their $10K goal.
“We are filming in Birmingham for a reason. And that reason is because we believe in our city and its potential to become a destination for world-class filmmakers around the globe. We put this belief into practice by investing our production budget back into our home—including supporting local businesses.
So, if you’re able to throw us a couple of bones, you’ll be helping make a special project happen AND supporting the film industry in Birmingham. It’s a win/win!”
Dan King & Ryan Kindahl, Filmmakers, in a statement on their GoFundMe page
Donate to Support Videovore: An Alabama-based Indie Feature Film.
How to get involved in local film production
That’s not the only production to get excited about. According to Create Birmingham’s Jessica Moody, there are two feature films set to begin filming in June and July.
Looking for a job or internship in the filmmaking business? There are a handful of job fairs, events and workshops in Birmingham geared toward getting your foot in the door.
Check out 2 free events happening this May.
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