Thank you for DONATING to our Independent Film Production of A Revolutionary Tale! Your support through donations and InKind Gifts helps us to move this wide audience, inspirational movie forward with a goal to begin filming late spring 2024!

Our goal today is to secure $163,000 to complete Preproduction Tasks in preparation to finalize production funding and get us on set in 2024! (See below for breakdown.)

We offer a tax deduction for your donation through our 501c3 Fiscal Sponsor "From the Heart Productions".

Major Sponsors and Executive Producers are asked to reach out to Producer Andrea M Clarke to discuss custom donation packages. British and Continental Regiments are encouraged to reach out to learn options to become a Film Ally. 

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Filmmaker Statement:

​​"A Revolutionary Tale" tells the little known story about General George Washington's Civilian Army of 2000 Women, Children and Men who supported the Soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. This is one of those inspiring, epic stories about the founding of our country that touches us all and must be told. I present you the unique opportunity to support my timely movie that has the power to not only entertain a wide audience, but unite people through the magic of movie storytelling! 

​The backdrop for “A Revolutionary Tale” follows the American Revolution from Valley Forge through the 1778 Battle of Monmouth. The movie is part love story and part American History; action, adventure, faith, drama, some humorous moments and a battle scene! The story is uniting, bringing the audience into the characters struggles and triumphs in what they endure and overcome in the name of faith, family, freedom and home.

​The movie highlights 60+ characters and 400+ special extras, many based on actual persons, bringing a face to people from all walks of life, from around the world, who joined the fight for freedom. Oneida Indian Nation, Germans, French, Free Black Women and Men & Slaves, Irish, Spanish, Rich and Poor, Merchants, Bankers and Dirt Farmers – they put their differences aside to come together for one common goal – Freedom.

​The American War of Independence lasted eight years, and families played a significant role throughout. Although Elijah is a fictional character, this story is based on diaries, military letters, and papers preserved from the period. 

With a seasoned professional crew and talented cast, we are ready to roll camera with your financial contribution. We are entertaining Individual Donors, Major Sponsors and Executive Producers. From the Heart Productions is our Fiscal Sponsor - their IRS number is 95 444 5418 and, as a donor, you may use this number on your taxes with the donated amount for a tax deduction. 

On behalf of my entire CAST & CREW we sincerely thank you for your support! 

Let's Make a Movie! ~ Andrea M Clarke  Producer, Writer, Director [email protected] 

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In-Kind Gift Options: 

-airline and hotel vouchers

-well worn and torn historical wardrobe (Continental, Militia, Camp Followers - women and kids)

-meals for cast and crew(numbers vary by the day 40 - 750 people)

-water, coffee and beverage donations

-healthy snacks, powerade and green drink type drinks donations

-gas cards, car and truck rentals

-fully contained clean RV & Trailer rentals(Onset Cast & Crew Village)

-porta johns and porta showers

-camera and office equipment and much more.

​Please contact [email protected] or call 434-221-9625 to donate InKind Gifts. 

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Pre-Production Details:

1. Retain CPA and Entertainment Attorney, Register Legal documents and Insurance Policies.
2. Schedule meetings with Major Sponsors.
3. Hire expert social media team to build wide movie audience, generate nationwide press, increase sales of film merchandise and Elijah and George – A Revolutionary Tale Chapter Book; raise profiles of key cast members.
4. Consult with key crew for department requirements to lock the shoot budget: Production Designer, Special Effects Supervisor(battles), Director of Photography, Production Manager, Line Producer, Lighting, Sound, Composer, Editor, Visual Effects, Catering, Transportation, Lodging & Travel.
5. Create Storyboards and 3D Computer Modeling of Battle, Valley Forge Encampment, Civilian Encampment and Crossing of the Delaware. Bringing the story to life is a necessary visual for production planning of these large scenes. 
6. Work with Cinematographer and Director on needs and pricing of equipment rentals, the Shot List, look, feel and tone of the story. There are 111 scenes.
7. Finalize filming locations with key crew - up close and personal walk through of proposed shoot locations. Lock the locations. 
8. Finalize the Scene Breakdowns, Production Schedule and Shoot Budget. Budget per scene.
9. Finalize costs for historical related props / items for the budget - horses, soldiers, weapons, wagons, tents, encampments, uniforms and more.
10. Consult with Stunt Coordinator for stunt planning.
11. Consult with Armorer / Weapons Training and Safety.
12. Consult with trainers and schedule actors - 18th Century Combat Horse Soldier Training and 18^th Century Solider Boot camp with cast members.
13. Costume Department – determine costs and needs of historical wardrobe and uniforms for over 60 cast members, multiple regiments and camp followers.
14. Internal Casting Department – update and reach out to extensive networks for extras casting (regiments) to determine final weapons and wardrobe rental needs. 
15. Internal Distribution Team – Options for Nationwide & International Theatrical Release followed by Digital VOD.
16. Consult with Health and Wellness Director to finalize Humanity In Action / Production Health and Wellness Resources / Policies.
17. Consult with CGI and Green Screen Pros:

a. British Army of 11K marching towards Monmouth Battlefield

b. Continental Army Encampment at Valley Forge – 14K Soldiers

c. Continental Army and Camp Followers crossing the Delaware River

d. Exterior Joseph Stout House – – Valley Forge

e. Civilian Encampment – 2K women, children and men​​​​​​

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NOTICE: We are doing everything in our power to make our movie. However, please note: Filmmaking is fraught with uncertainty and there is no guarantee, express or implied, that the Filmmaker’s efforts to get the Film into production will succeed.

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