BJ movie 2 - needs a final push

[m0ds]

Trailer:

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Hi peoples, well I've done some minor pimping here and elsewhere where the original movie picked up some interest, but I think I've just about rinsed it now. With less than 10 days to go - if anyone is keen to see more AGS antics to the point where you can make a donation to the budget, possibly have your name used in the movie, be an exec-producer of it or spare it your loose change - that would be awesome. Just a few dollars could be the difference of it happening or not. The key cast (such as Francisco) are available and ready to film. It will be bigger, better & has planning behind it this time  8)

http://www.indiegogo.com/ben-jordan-2
This fan film is not associated with Grundislav Games.....much

The sequel is a two stage show, with some focus in one country and some focus in another. If you're interested in seeing where the next story will go and what happens, please visit the funding page. You can get a thanks in the credits, producer credit & USB edition of both films. I'm open to other wants/needs if it means this thing can be shot!

So how's it looking? We're at about 60% chance of this going ahead. A hundred dollar more and it's a given. We're pushing the boat out this time with bigger effects and thicker plots. In all honesty, this is why I want to go to Mittens - to shoot this movie, a sequel that me and some friends have certainly been waiting for!! And maybe you?

If not, if it doesn't work out, that's okay. C'est la vie Understandably a lot of people felt the quality of the original was low, or just have no interest in BJ games or the film. But if you might like to see how we progress the film trilogy...

You can watch the original here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I51OTQVn0NE
or see the gag reel here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpdsPqZVAtA

The quality point and click adventure games can of course be played here: http://www.grundislavgames.com ...
and with the final installment just around the corner, it's a good time to get the best BJ possible.

Planned features of the sequel
» Francisco Gonzalez returns to play Ben Jordan!
» We actually use a tripod this time round!
» Two locations, two teams, two cases
» More tie ins to the series & in-jokes from the first film
» Real visual effects, we actually burn a real structure down this time!
» More cease and desist letters from Grundislav!

Thanks for reading, and a BIG thank you to everyone who has donated to the project so far!!

Note: You will be refunded mid-August (bar the paypal fee) if the movie does not happen. Donations of any size can be made to bank at screen7.co.uk via paypal.

Now, I promise that's the last time I mention this  :

[Stupot]

Yeah, come on people.  I've dug deep (well, quite shallow really, nut nevertheless, I've dug).

But even if you don't get all the money you need, Mods, don't abandon the film... the cheapness of the first film was one of its main quirks.  Just pull the boat back in a few yards.

[m0ds]

Haha, good idea! Thanks for your early contribution, Stu. The interest is improving, slowly! Its okay tho, folk either feel it's a worthy cause or it's not

The film won't be abandoned, but put it this way, without some more funds, it'll be Ben Jordan without Ben Jordan It will definitely have the same style as the original, but with hopefully more attention to the story this time round so it does not end up "ridicules" as some YouTubers say

Seriously though, $2 if that's all you have in your PayPal will help it work. And yes, I am desperate. Dig deep, dig shallow - contribute to something being made specifically for the community...influence it if you will.

SPAFE  

And yes, a heavily edited post

[Dualnames]

m0ds you're a softie.

###HOLES GIVE YOUR F$%$&*NG MONEY ALREADY~!!!11 YOU C$%^S  %#$@TARDS!

There.

[m0ds]

Ha! Thanks Dual... say, a blog wouldn't go amiss

I forgot to mention a gift, the Le Chateau Macabre soundtrack.

So yes, ***holes, give me your ****ing money!!!!!!!! I got a train to catch!!!!!1

Wait...that means YOU Jim!!!!

Oh, and it would be worth me letting possible and current funders know just how this is progressing:
» TODAY I visited the land we have been given permission to build a set on in the UK & did some planning
» Funds have shot up, but we're still only half way to the desired target ($250)
» Old man with beard Dave Rumble has been persuaded to play old man with beard Macouszki in the movie
» Misja has agreed to provide some props for the Italy shoot
» Two boats are now available to us for the UK shots on the river
» An AGS member has agreed to help with some After Effects effects if the movie is made
» Recently a draft script has neared completion. It's the third re-write.
» UK bigphat film actors Charlie Spence, John Goodwin & Simon Love to star
» Francisco Gonzalez, Creed Malay & Misja van Laatum agree to star in the sequel

[Grundislav]

Should it be mentioned that the current draft of the script features a nude scene for Ben?  :o

So, donate money to the project or this scene WILL be filmed!!!

[GarageGothic]

Decided I'd better pony up before Dualnames threatens to break my kneecaps. Dude was so much nicer about it in his own donation thread, but apparently this approach works too

I hope you find room in the budget to improve Percival Q. Jones' walkcycle, the one in the first movie looked like a paintover from Charlie Foxtrot & The Galaxy of Tomorrow.

[Jim Reed]

I'd give you money if PayPal worked in third-world countries.
Anyway, you just want the money for that sex change operation, so no. =P

[m0ds]

So, donate money to the project or this scene WILL be filmed!!!

HA! le nippy bar

I hope you find room in the budget to improve Percival Q. Jones' walkcycle

Hehe, yep, need an improvement on the voice actor also

Anyway, you just want the money for that sex change operation, so no. =P

Only any leftovers...


Just to note there have been more contributions over night and the funding is looking swell, this is sooo going to happen almost!

[InCreator]

» We actually use a tripod this time round!

That's a good idea. I liked what you linked but shaking during moments where it was absolutely unnecessary, such as dialogues, etc felt really bad. Following people into spooky house or whatever are moments where a little shaky hand adds immersion, though.

[m0ds]

Indeed - budget constraints on the original Sorry, that should really be mono-pod (in Italy) and tripods and dollys & cranes in the UK. But sound will still be amateur. But dialogues will definitely be less shaky! Thanks to the recent contributors, including mr Harboe - very kind, considering I owe you this money!! But let's just say this is extremely likely now, I will be able to sleep easier tonight. Seriously. You guys and other fans are really making this happen, and it's inspiring!

[Dualnames]

Decided I'd better pony up before Dualnames threatens to break my kneecaps. Dude was so much nicer about it in his own donation thread, but apparently this approach works too

LOL

[m0ds]

Here's some all new footage - the remainder of the chateau files. See for yourself - the white cliffs of Dover! People on a trampoline! CJ asleep on an uncomfortable chair! Fruit exploding! Mittens crew will be able to pick up the SD versions of various footage including the original video at Mittens (about 10gb), so bring your usb HD's! When this second production is out certain peeps will be sent the SD versions of both films, fingers crossed. But let's just see how it goes  8)

Chateau extra bits 16mb, sorry about the quality, full-screen is not a good idea! Better versions available when I've distributed it to some people at Mitmit 

Oh, some strong language in there, and me laughing at everything :p Good times!

[Shane 'ProgZmax' Stevens]

I think the largest donator should have an Executive Producer credit to sweeten the deal.  Everyone else should get a regular co-producer credit at the end.  This is a group effort, afterall.  SWEETEN THE DEALIO, DADDIO.


P.S. - I have no money to give you .

[m0ds]

Now, I know you ain't gettin on no damn plane, foo - but...

the largest donator DOES have an exec producer credit (of which we have one), as the perk defines, so I'm not sure what you're trying to point out?

$100 or more = Executive producer
All of the above + You will recieve an exec producer credit, a USB of the completed film & a signed autograph from the principal cast

But thanks for your no money anyway sir

[Shane 'ProgZmax' Stevens]

Oh, I was just trying to be a SPECIAL CONSULTANT TO THE DIRECTOR.

[m0ds]

You and your consulting is always very special, Shane - no worries

PS Thank you Jet! Guess you should get an onscreen credit this time

[LGM]

I'll toss you some monies. Some day I will make it to Mittens for real so i can help out with Ben Jordan V: The Movie

[Peder 🚀]

Ca-Ching!

[m0ds]

Wowzer, what a dude! Thank you Peder! Our latest exec producer Everything is set to go now, doing some final planning...it will be good Watch this space, fraid I'll be away from the forums from now ish til the end of Mittens, though. But all I can say again is thanks again - it's time for it to happen! Thank you also LGM! I will email you all once I'm back with some exclusivey stuff