Brazilian Wood
by Kristin LaVanway

Kristin LaVanway
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Brazilian Wood
by Kristin LaVanway
Kristin LaVanway
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Two men confront a common enemy. One is seeking elusive justice while the other is on a bizarre course for revenge. As their paths collide, they face their inner demons and must make choices...will it ultimately lead to their redemption or their downfall?
Two men confront a common enemy. One is seeking elusive justice while the other is on a bizarre course for revenge. As their paths collide, they face their inner demons and must make choices...will it ultimately lead to their redemption or their downfall?
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About The Project
Brazilian Wood began as a departure from the lighter comedy pieces that Kristin LaVanway had written in the beginning of her film career. The original story was a dark comedy that made playful jabs at the dysfunctional real estate industry. That story evolved from a short film that was too big for it's britches into a layered, psychological thriller told in Kristin's quirky style. The decision to grow the short story into a feature-length film allowed for richer characters and a story with more depth and some intriguing twists.
Kristin and Bill teamed up last year to create a short teaser that features Bill's character, Owen Bryant. (NOTE: Some strong language)
The teaser provided a focal point for the development of the feature-lengthed script. It also launched several short film collaborations between Bill and Kristin that eventually become Resonant Films. Bill's involvement in the production of Brazilian Wood has enhanced the story with somber undertones and strong visual elements that Bill is known for.
The project also served as a gathering point for some great Phoenix film talent. Christian Ruckdashel has been Kristin's go-to sound guy since her very first film. Brian Osback has quite a catalogue of cinemagraphic footage under his belt and will be lending his creativity and contemporary eye to the visual story-telling. Our cast features some very talented actors and actresses who are chomping at the bit to dig into some unique roles.
Brazilian Wood is the first feature film produced by Resonant Films.
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Our heartfelt thanks posted on Facebook and Twitter for everyone to see$10
For every person who donates $10 or more, we will create a personalized behind-the-scenes snapshot with your name on a card held up by one of the cast, and we will post it on Facebookand Twitter...just to show you how much we love you.
$25
If you donate $25 or more to Brazilian Wood, you automatically get a free download of the film from Seed and Spark. That's cool, BUT THERE"S MORE! We will give you a special thank you in the credits! Seriously! We will.
$50
For all donations of $50 or more, we will give you a ticket to the Premiere screening! Red carpet time! Note: Travel expenses are not included.
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$100
For those who donate $100 or more, you have reached the party level. That's right...you will get a special invitation to the official wrap party with the cast and crew. If you've seen this group party, you know it's going to be a stellar experience. NOTE: Travel expenses not included
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$150
For donations of $150 or more, and you are not going to believe this, but you will be invited to be a background actor in one of the scenes in Brazilian Wood. Yes! You will actually be IN the film. How awesome is that? NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
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$250
For donations of $250 or more, you will be our special VIP guest at the premiere and you will join us at our fabulous Black Tie party afterwards. Yup...you will be partying with the cast and crew. Now that's the way to see a movie! NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
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$500
Now this is a perk that not every film project can offer...it's really special. For anybody who donates $500 or more, we will kill you on-screen. Not literally, but a lot of people die in this film and you could be one of them. NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
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A donation of $1000 makes you an Associate Producer in our eyes. That means you get behind-the-scenes access to the set - you can watch us film scenes - and Associate Producer acknowledgement int the credits. We will still kill you on-screen too if you want! Travel expenses not included and subject to scheduling accommodations.
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$2,500
If you donate $2500 or more, you just became an Executive Producer. You are part of the core team to make this film happen. You get special access on set while we are filming, VIP status at all screenings and events, and IMDb credit as an Executive Producer of a feature film. Now that is a big deal!
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$5
Our heartfelt thanks posted on Facebook and Twitter for everyone to see$10
For every person who donates $10 or more, we will create a personalized behind-the-scenes snapshot with your name on a card held up by one of the cast, and we will post it on Facebookand Twitter...just to show you how much we love you.
$25
If you donate $25 or more to Brazilian Wood, you automatically get a free download of the film from Seed and Spark. That's cool, BUT THERE"S MORE! We will give you a special thank you in the credits! Seriously! We will.
$50
For all donations of $50 or more, we will give you a ticket to the Premiere screening! Red carpet time! Note: Travel expenses are not included.
Claimed: 0 of 250
$100
For those who donate $100 or more, you have reached the party level. That's right...you will get a special invitation to the official wrap party with the cast and crew. If you've seen this group party, you know it's going to be a stellar experience. NOTE: Travel expenses not included
Claimed: 0 of 50
$150
For donations of $150 or more, and you are not going to believe this, but you will be invited to be a background actor in one of the scenes in Brazilian Wood. Yes! You will actually be IN the film. How awesome is that? NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
Claimed: 0 of 20
$250
For donations of $250 or more, you will be our special VIP guest at the premiere and you will join us at our fabulous Black Tie party afterwards. Yup...you will be partying with the cast and crew. Now that's the way to see a movie! NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
Claimed: 0 of 20
$500
Now this is a perk that not every film project can offer...it's really special. For anybody who donates $500 or more, we will kill you on-screen. Not literally, but a lot of people die in this film and you could be one of them. NOTE: Travel expenses not included.
Claimed: 0 of 5
$1,000
A donation of $1000 makes you an Associate Producer in our eyes. That means you get behind-the-scenes access to the set - you can watch us film scenes - and Associate Producer acknowledgement int the credits. We will still kill you on-screen too if you want! Travel expenses not included and subject to scheduling accommodations.
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$2,500
If you donate $2500 or more, you just became an Executive Producer. You are part of the core team to make this film happen. You get special access on set while we are filming, VIP status at all screenings and events, and IMDb credit as an Executive Producer of a feature film. Now that is a big deal!
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Resonant Films is the creative partnership of Bill Wetherill and Kristin LaVanway. Both Kristin and Bill have received kudos for numerous short films they have produced individually. As a team, their individual strengths compliment each other and result in rich, character-driven stories that resonate.
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