Brian Vogel Photography

03/23/2026

So exciting! We have our lead role chosen, and we will start pre-shoots and test shoots next week!

https://gofund.me/d0c6f8526

02/23/2026

Update: We hit 10% in just a few days!

A massive thank you to everyone who has donated to the project so far! Because of your incredible generosity, we have already raised 10% of our projected costs in just a matter of days. This project is fueled by your support, and I couldn't be more grateful to have you on this journey with us.

Where Your Donations Are Going?
Transparency is important to me, so I wanted to share a breakdown of our estimated production budget. Your contributions are going directly toward making this vision a reality, from the creature in the desert to the fuel that gets our crew there.

TRANSPORTATION: $600 - 1,560+ miles for travel & filming.
LODGING: $1,800 - Keeping our team safe and rested.
USED VEHICLE: $1,000 - The "hero" car for the film.
SFX & CREATURE DESIGN: $1,000 - High-quality prosthetics & builds.
CATERING: Meals (6 Crew/3 Days): $700 - Keeping the team fed in remote locations.
SOUND: Composer & Design: $250 - For an original, haunting indie score.
PRODUCTION: Wardrobe & Props - $150 | Authentic costumes and key props.
TOTAL: $5,500

What’s Next?
We’re just getting started! As we move forward, I’ll be sharing exclusive updates right here, including:
- Behind-the-Scenes (BTS) looks at our locations and production.
- Pre-production updates and casting news.
- Concept art and storyboards to give you a glimpse of the visual style.

Please consider sharing our link with your friends and family to help us keep this momentum going. Let’s bring this story to life!

With gratitude,
- Brian Vogel

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02/02/2026

Finally released another episode of the "Can We Focus? Podcast" with special guest Ford.

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