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After years of grinding, he’s finally written the perfect script. The one that will set the record straight and change the game for him for good - if only someone in power would read it.His script, SLICE RIGHT (a play on the term “swipe right”), follows the journey of a twisted do-gooder who lures deviant, disrespectful men on fake dates and murders them in the name of women’s rights. Despite its timely and cutting take on society, Amit moves from one industry meeting to the next, painfully realizing that executives in Hollywood only care about one thing: Pre-Existing IP (Intellectual Property). In other words, scripts based on popular books, true stories, comic books and especially TRUE CRIME. No executive wants to risk their job by betting on an original idea.Try as he might, no executive actually gives him or his script any attention. And the success of those around him, especially his roommate, Tom, eats away at Amit’s spirit. That is until a freak accident on an inebriated walk home changes everything…After being ejected from an UberPool ride, Amit finds himself in an unfamiliar neighborhood and feels forced to confront a belligerent jerk he sees harassing a young woman after a date. Quickly, the exchange escalates into a heated tussle in which Amit accidentally kills the man. Still in shock (and without any witnesses), Amit realizes the unique opportunity right in front of him. For if Hollywood wants to tell stories based on real events, then Amit must mimic the murders in his script to create the “organic” buzz he so desperately desires. And so, little by little, and murder by murder, Amit turns into the very serial killer he created in his story – giving him the arrogance, audacity, and pre-existing IP he needs to make it in show business.But with Tom and his crush, Sofia, coming into the fold, Amit - like many in pursuit of an all-consuming goal - is left to decide: How much and WHO is he willing to sacrifice?WHY WE LIKE THIS PROJECT?The script forms the foundation of every film, and this is one of the best we’ve seen. It’s a smart, funny and tight story – the kind we believe has potential to become a classic.The inner workings of Hollywood have always been great fodder for story, and FADE TO BLACK has echoes of everything from Charlie Kaufman’s ADAPTATION and Robert Altman's THE PLAYER to ENTOURAGE and ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD. And yet no film or tv series has stepped up to lampoon the arrogance, viciousness, and existential hopelessness that permeates the lives of the people who work in this insane industry for many years…until FADE TO BLACK.This devilishly satirical HORROR/COMEDY written by Brandon Cohen, a frustrated Disney Channel children’s television writer, is the perfect antidote to these times, delivering laughs, thrills, and horror as its main character attempts to climb the ladder that is Hollywood.Finally – We’ve already attached the perfect lead for this film in Karan Soni, who you may recognize as the hilarious taxicab driver Dopinder from the DEADPOOL franchise and who voiced Pavitr Prabhakar (Spider-Man India) in SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND THE SPIDER-VERSE. Most recently, Karan starred opposite Jonathan Groff (Hamilton, Frozen, The Matrix Resurrections) in A NICE INDIAN BOY, which premiered at this year's SXSW to a standing ovation.From there, we've built out an explosive ensemble of talent around him, coupled with a handful of exciting CAMEOS - for Hollywood stars and personalities to play themselves - on screen as well.ATTACHED CASTKaran Soni (Dopinder from DEADPOOL) is attached as our lead AmitKaterina Tannenbaum to play Sofia (BETTER CALL SAUL, 40-LOVE)Max Carver to play Tom (THE BATMAN, THE LEFTOVERS, TEEN WOLF)John Carroll Lynch to play Wayne (ZODIAC, SHUTTER ISLAND)Zosia Mamet to play Lauren (GIRLS, THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT, MADAME WEB)Gavin Leathwood to play Spencer (CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA, IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE)Joseph Lee to play Ethan (BEEF, SEARCHING, STAR TREK: PICARD)Rafael Casal to play Zach (BLINDSPOTTING, LOKI)Betty Gabriel (GET OUT)Thomas Barbusca (THE MICK)Annie Gonzalez (FLAMIN' HOT)Caylee Cowan (SUNRISE IN HEAVEN)We’re keeping one more secret up our sleeve—a cast announcement sure to please fans of the horror genre. FADE TO BLACK will include one of the most iconic names in horror, a legendary talent celebrated for their work both in front of and behind the camera. Stay tuned!THE TOWN IS BUZZING ABOUT FADE TO BLACKThe industry is already buzzing with excitement about this cool project, fueled by our compelling logline, incredible cast, and dream team of creatives. With one of our biggest names still to be announced, there’s even more news on the horizon! Check out some of the early press highlights below.‘Deadpool’ Actor Karan Soni Lands Lead Role in Andrew Sandler’s Thriller ‘Fade to Black’ (EXCLUSIVE) - VarietyBetty Gabriel, Thomas Barbusuca, Annie Gonzalez \u0026amp; Caylee Cowan Join Legion M’s Show Biz Thriller ‘Fade To Black’ - DeadlineMEET THE EXTRAORDINARY CREATIVE TEAMWe’re thrilled to unveil the phenomenal creative team working with Andrew Sandler to bring FADE TO BLACK to life. At the helm of our visual storytelling is cinematographer Bryce Fortner (Ingrid Goes West, Professor Marston \u0026amp; The Wonder Women), whose dynamic and evocative style is sure to elevate every frame.Joining him is production designer Brandon Mendez (Flamin' Hot, Four Good Days), crafting immersive and unforgettable worlds, and costume designer Margaret Robbs (Challengers, Westworld), known for her meticulous eye and ability to bring characters to life through wardrobe.On the cutting edge of post-production, we have editors Nathan Orloff (Saturday Night, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire) and Justin Yates. Fun fact: there’s buzz that Saturday Night could snag an Oscar nomination for Best Editing—and yes, we’ve got that editor!This exceptional team, working hand-in-hand with Andrew Sandler, represents some of the most exciting and accomplished rising talents in Hollywood.ONCE IN A LIFETIME PERKSAn investment in FADE TO BLACK not only holds the potential for financial upside, but also exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime perks and experiences most other investments can't match.FINANCIER: Investment of $100+, name included in the FINANCIER portion of the credits.GOLD FINANCIER: Investment of $1,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, name included in the GOLD FINANCIER portion of the credits.PLATINUM FINANCIER: Investment of $5,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, name included in the PLATINUM FINANCIER portion of the credits.TITANIUM FINANCIER: Investment of $15,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, name included in the TITANIUM FINANCIER portion of the credits, 2 tickets to the red carpet premiere.ASSOCIATE PRODUCER: Investment of $50,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, 2 tickets to the red carpet premiere, and one Associate Producer credit, on-screen, in the end credit roll among all other Associate Producer credits, and in a size, style, placement and duration on a most favored nations basis with all other Associate Producers.CO-PRODUCER: Investment of $200,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, 2 tickets to the red carpet premiere, and one Co-Executive Producer credit, on-screen, in the main titles, on a shared card at Producer’s discretion, among all other Co-Executive Producer credits, and in a size, style, placement and duration on a most favored nations basis with all other Co-Executive Producers.EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Investment of $300,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, 2 tickets to the red carpet premiere, and one Executive Producer credit, on-screen, in the main titles, on a shared card at Producer’s discretion, among all other Executive Producer credits, and in a size, style, placement and duration on a most favored nations basis with all other Executive Producers.COMPANY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Investment of $700,000+, one script signed by the writer/director, 4 tickets to the red carpet premiere, and two Executive Producer credits, on-screen, in the main titles, on a shared card at Producer’s discretion, among all other Executive Producer credits, and in a size, style, placement and duration on a most favored nations basis with all other Executive Producers, plus an option for one animated company logo credit on a most favored nations basis with all other Investors at this level.RISK VS. REWARDEntertainment is a “hit-driven business”, which means that it’s impossible to predict whether a movie will make money or not. There are plenty of examples of small-budget films that did huge things at the box office, but it’s important to balance that with the knowledge that many films struggle to get distribution at all. Most independent films lose money, which is why you should never invest money you can’t afford to lose.That said, while every film is a roll of the dice, we believe there are ways to influence the odds:Keep the budget low. Every dollar spent on production generally requires $2-$3 in box office to break even. Keeping the budget as low as possible makes the bar for success easier to clear. With a budget of less than $4M, we believe FADE TO BLACK is in a range that offers us all the best shot at success.Top-quality talent. Getting recognizable faces and proven talent attached is one of the best known ways to reduce risk in Hollywood. With Karan Soni, Max Carver, Katerina Tannenbaum, Gavin Leatherwood, Rafael Casal, Joseph Lee, John Carroll Lynch, and Zosia Mamet, along with some notable cameos, we believe we’ve got a cast that can enable the film to break through.Activate a built-in audience. This is our ace in the hole. Most films start out with nothing, and need to build an audience from scratch. We begin with not just the Legion M community (one of the largest equity crowdfunded communities in the world), but also the worldwide community of horror and comedy fans. With this film, we believe we can unite these communities to make it a runaway success.In addition to the commercial risk, it's also important to acknowledge that there are other risks inherent in filmmaking. This includes financing risk (i.e. what if we're not able to raise all the money we need?), production risk (i.e. what if problems in production prevent us from completing the film?), and more (i.e. pandemics, strikes, macroeconomic calamities, etc).But with risk comes potential for reward. Legion M, Andrew Sandler, and everyone involved with this project are investing our time, money, and passion because we believe this is a film with potential to beat the odds. Not only does it offer a a scathing satire on the state of this industry, but it provides a cinematic ride designed to delight audiences from start to finish. We're betting we can make this movie a hit - if you can bear the risk and want to join us, we'd love for you to be a part of it.BUDGET \u0026amp; MONETIZATIONOperating on a streamlined independent budget, our tight indie approach is perfect for making a top-notch, high quality professional film without the crazy cash usually splashed around by Hollywood.The budget has been carefully crafted with several goals in mind:attract premium casting; shoot in Los Angeles so we can attract top-tier talent and capture iconic Hollywood locations;ensure the highest possible production value; Bottom line -- we want to spend money on the things that will make the film AMAZING, while remaining lean to increase the likelihood of profitable sale, acquisition, or releaseFAN-FIRST TERMSWhile Hollywood has a reputation for fast-talking producers taking advantage of starry-eyed investors, Legion M – a company OWNED BY FANS – seeks to change that. We’ve structured this deal to utilize FAN-FIRST-FINANCING, with the goal of providing transparent accounting and a structure that aligns the interests of investors with those of other stakeholders.If necessary, both Legion M and the producing team have agreed to defer some or all of their fees if it's required to finish the film. You are willing to take a risk on this film, and so are we.We can't take the risk out of making movies, but with FAN-FIRST-FINANCING at least you know your interests are being looked out for by a company that's built its reputation on taking care of fans.PRODUCTION STATUS \u0026amp; TIMINGWe officially entered production filming in LA on October 29 and wrapped in the early hours of Monday November 25th. Thanks to our amazing Legion M community and your unwavering support, we’re bringing another high quality project to life. With an incredible cast and a phenomenal crew, we're thrilled to be taking another journey together and will be sharing exclusive insights and peeks behind the scenes as we move through the production process. Our hope is to be able to submit and premiere the film on the 2025 Festival Circuit.On set, the atmosphere was electric and we captured footage that far exceeded our expectations. We were completely blown away by the quality of the camera work, the attention to detail in set design, and the incredible locations we secured. Not to mention the stellar editing team, who has already hit the ground running. Along with that, the performances, especially from Karan and the rest of our talented ensemble, were absolutely extraordinary. We couldn't be more pleased with how this film is already looking!HOW DOES THE FILM MAKE MONEY?Films like this have potential to earn revenue from one or more means of distribution, including festivals, theater tickets, DVD/Blu-Ray, Video On Demand, streaming, and more. The means of distribution can vary – some films employ a traditional release strategy that includes theaters, DVDs, VOD, streaming, etc. whereas another may go directly to a streaming service like Netflix, AppleTV, or Roku. Some films don’t get distribution at all.Our goal for the project will be to license the film to one or more distributors who will be responsible for distributing the film in one or more regions (e.g. a country like the USA or a territory like South America) over a specified period of time (e.g. 10 years). The distributor’s job is to make as much money from the film as possible. In return they keep a cut of any revenue they earn (and recoup any out of pocket expenses they incur in promoting it) before paying the remainder to us.HOW IS MONEY DISTRIBUTED?All revenue earned by the film is collected by a 3rd party Collection Account Manager (CAM) which is responsible for delivering it to stakeholders according to the \"waterfall.\" The complete waterfall can be found in the Exhibit 1 of the Investment Agreement, and is summarized below.Revenue earned by the film is distributed in the following priority order:First, any 3rd party expenses, fees, residuals, etc. that need to be taken off the top before revenue can be distributed to stakeholdersNext, to paying off of any debt or deferrals incurred by the production (including, if any, senior debt and/or deferred producer/directing fees)Next, to equity investors (including investors in this offering) until they have received 120% of their investment amount.Next to talent for any box office bonuses, etc.Anything left over is considered \"Net Profits\", and is allocated on a pro rata, pari passu basis, with 50% going to all of the investors who financed the film (including the investors in this offering) and the other 50% going to producers, talent, and those responsible for making the film.As mentioned in the “Risk and Reward” section, there’s no guarantee this film will make any return, let alone profit for investors. Most independent films lose money, so you should NEVER invest more than you can afford to lose. That said, some independent films make money, and some of those make a lot. Win or lose, being an investor in a movie can be a lot of fun, opening the door to bucket list experiences you won’t find anywhere else.We’ve done everything we can to position this film for success. If you can bear the risk and want to join us on this journey, we’d love to have you along for the ride!WHEN DOES THE INVESTMENT END?There are a very broad range of outcomes for an investment like this. Some films are \"bought\" in a single transaction, while others generate revenue in perpetuity (and some don't earn any revenue at all). No matter what happens, your stake in the project lasts for as long as we own the project. If the project is ever sold or transferred, any money generated by the sale/transfer will be treated and distributed just like any other revenue generated by the project.BOTTOM LINEFADE TO BLACK will be coming into a marketplace that’s hungry for new horror comedy projects and original stories. Because of its timely subject matter, universal thematic elements, and cunning dialogue, we feel this film has potential to stand head and shoulders above the rest.We’ve also done everything we can to position this project for financial success. By keeping the budget tight, securing a top-tier cast, and aligning with large communities that can serve as a springboard for the film, we believe we’ve positioned this project to be not just a critical success, but also a financial one.Thank you again for your incredible support and trust and for considering this opportunity. 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To celebrate, we’ve got a BUY 2 GET 2 FREE ticket deal to share!Just go to Atom Tickets, grab 4 seats, and use the code 8D27XFPAN at checkout to get two of them for free!Then round up your 3 coolest friends and see this hilarious comedy-spoof the way it was meant to be seen – snorting soda out your nose at a movie theater.Onward and Upward!Paul, Jeff, and the Legion M team","published_at":"2025-12-03T21:47:17Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/227007","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/227007"},{"id":202324,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:202324","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Excited to share an update on FADE TO BLACK","preview":"We’re long overdue for an update on FADE TO BLACK! We’re very deep into post-production now and have a cut that’s getting very close to final. We’re now polishing to make sure every beat, performance, and transition lands just right—and we’re thrilled with how it’s all coming together. Early test viewers have been describing it as “The Studio meets Nightcrawler,” which we consider high praise.The buzz surrounding the film has attracted a major financier/producer interested in making a multi-m...","published_at":"2025-10-09T23:36:28Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/202324","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/202324"},{"id":185212,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:185212","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"A Long Overdue Update!","preview":"We’re long overdue for an update on FADE TO BLACK and excited to share where things stand.We’re well into post-production and have a cut that’s very close to final. It’s coming together beautifully, with early viewers describing it as “The Studio meets Nightcrawler,” which is high praise in our book.The project has generated some buzz and caught the attention of a major financier interested in making a multi-million dollar investment. We’ve been in negotiations with them for several months (H...","published_at":"2025-08-29T19:00:19Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/185212","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/185212"},{"id":181690,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181690","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"FADE TO BLACK - Post-Production Update","preview":"With all the exciting updates around MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE, we didn’t want too much time to pass without giving FADE TO BLACK its well-deserved moment in the spotlight. The film is deep in post-production—and it’s looking absolutely phenomenal!Our editors have been cranking away and the first director’s cut we watched was already incredibly strong. Since then, we’ve been refining and enhancing with each pass, aiming to make the final version even better.The VFX team is fully engaged and deliveri...","published_at":"2025-04-22T17:46:20Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/181690","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181690"},{"id":179321,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:179321","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"FADE TO BLACK: Zoom Recording with Andrew Sandler \u0026amp; Karan Soni","preview":"We got our first look at a very early rough cut of FADE TO BLACK last week, and holy smokes—it’s really good. Wow! We are beyond excited about this one. While there’s still plenty of post-production work ahead, we’re feeling incredibly optimistic that we have another winner on our hands.ICYMI, last Friday, we hosted another live Zoom session with FADE TO BLACK director Andrew Sandler and very special guest, lead actor Karan Soni, where we unveiled another exclusive sneak peek—one of the openi...","published_at":"2025-02-05T20:11:59Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/179321","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/179321"},{"id":178983,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:178983","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Fade To Black - Zoom call with Karan Soni (Lead Actor) and Andrew Sandler (Director)","preview":"We would like to invite you to our next post-production Zoom call with the FADE TO BLACK team, happening Friday January 31st at 12:00pm PT/3:00pm ET.We had so much fun and received such great feedback on our last Zoom call that we decided to schedule another one! In addition to hearing status updates from director Andrew Sandler, we are thrilled to announce that we will also be joined by special guest, Karan Soni (Amit). This is your chance to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the po...","published_at":"2025-01-23T18:41:55Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/178983","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/178983"},{"id":178797,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:178797","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Recap: FADE TO BLACK Zoom with the Director \u0026amp; Editor","preview":"Despite the devastating and heartbreaking fires in LA, we were able to break away and enjoy some much-needed community on our Zoom call with director Andrew Sandler and editor Nathan Orloff, where attendees got a sneak peek behind the curtain of FADE TO BLACK. We shared a sizzle reel cut from the dailies and even one of the full scenes they were working on — and the feedback was crazy positive!We’ve made the full recording of the conversation available for those who couldn’t attend live. It’s...","published_at":"2025-01-16T18:13:36Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/178797","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/178797"},{"id":177236,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:177236","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Fade to Black: Post-Production Zoom Meeting","preview":"2025 is going to be the year FADE TO BLACK comes to life, and we couldn’t be more excited to share how things are coming together. Thanks to you—our incredible community and investors—this project is making remarkable progress in post-production.To celebrate and keep you in the loop, we’re hosting an exclusive Zoom call this week (Friday, Jan 10th at 11am PT/2pm ET) where you can peek behind the curtain and hear directly from the creative team. Joining the call will be director Andrew Sandler...","published_at":"2025-01-07T15:49:48Z","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","url":"/feed/177236","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/177236"}],"q_and_a":[{"id":299739,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299739","question":"Legion M Entertainment is taking Hollywood by STORM!!! And I love it!!! Keep being fantastic, you guys!!! ........ We all LOVE what you're doing. ........ Together we are MAKING HOLLYWOOD HISTORY!! ;-)))","author_name":"Tom Wright","votes":10,"created_at":"2025-01-08T22:48:19Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-299739","answers":[{"id":299740,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299740","answer":"We couldn't do it with the support of people like you. Thank you Tom!! Onward and upward!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":5,"created_at":"2025-01-08T22:54:00Z"},{"id":299765,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299765","answer":"Woot! Thank you for being part of this, Tom!","author_name":"Jeff Annison","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-01-09T02:19:47Z"}]},{"id":299738,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299738","question":"I was thrilled to see my name in the credits of The Man In The White Van. It was so meaningful to me and exciting. How can I invest in Fade To Black, and have MY WIFE'S NAME appear on the credits, instead of mine? Can I do that? She's a huge movie buff, a big financial supporter and fan of Legion M, and a lover of cinema history. ........ Thanks!","author_name":"Tom Wright","votes":6,"created_at":"2025-01-08T22:46:31Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-299738","answers":[{"id":299741,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299741","answer":"Absolutely, Tom. You can easily have the credit listed under your wife's name. You’re welcome to make the investment in your name while having the credit appear in hers, if that makes sense. We always offer the flexibility to amend or update the credit name. Some people invest through a trust or entity and need to adjust the credit accordingly, so it’s no problem at all. Please feel free to move forward with the investment, and I’ll ensure our team reconciles the credit with you before the release.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-01-08T22:58:53Z"}]},{"id":322571,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322571","question":"Hi guys having trouble retrieving my investment on the cash deposit please assist.","author_name":"Eton Lacon","votes":4,"created_at":"2026-01-06T12:52:12Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-322571","answers":[{"id":322617,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322617","answer":"Hey Eton, Happy New Year! Are you trying to access cash from the disbursements from previous projects? On a desktop browser, select your profile pic in the upper right corder and pull down to CASH. From there you can see your balance, add a bank account to transfer, etc. If you wanted to use those funds to invest in a new project, it will show up on the investment page as one of the payment options. If you still have trouble, you may want to ping the Wefunder team (support@wefunder.com). Hope that helps!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2026-01-07T05:30:25Z"}]},{"id":301248,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:301248","question":"When will the raise end and when do you expect the film to be released?","author_name":"Scott Adams","votes":4,"created_at":"2025-01-30T23:23:58Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-301248","answers":[{"id":301294,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:301294","answer":"Hey Scott, We don’t have a set closing date for the campaign yet, but it’s likely to wrap up in the coming weeks. Right now, we’re in post-production, and the film is looking really good. We still have several weeks to go before we are ready to hit the festival circuit and start conversations with distributors. The release date will ultimately depend on who we partner with, but the earliest possibility would be late this year, with early next year being more likely. By the way, we have a Zoom call today at noon Pacific Time with the Director, Lead Actor Karan Soni, myself, and the other producers. We’ll be sharing an overall update on the project and giving a sneak peek at how everything is coming together. If you’re available, we’d love for you to join! If not, no worries—we’ll be sharing a recording afterward. Here’s the link to register and get the Zoom details: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1PW11Z7rRMaB22BLG6137A","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-01-31T18:21:51Z"}]},{"id":297666,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:297666","question":"Can you please explain further how the pro-rata share of 50% of the backend works. If I were to invest $100 what percentage of that back end would I be entitled to. What if I invested $5000? I don’t want to make an investment without knowing exactly what percentage of the profits I would be entitled to.","author_name":"Ryan Thomas","votes":4,"created_at":"2024-12-08T20:52:30Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-297666","answers":[{"id":297696,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:297696","answer":"Hi Ryan, sorry for the delay. Happy to provide more context. Here’s how it works for a $100 investment: First, you will receive your $100 investment back, plus a 20% return on investment (ROI), totaling $120. After that, you’ll participate in a pro-rata share of 50% of the backend profits. For example, if the total equity raised is $4M, your share of the financiers’ share of the backend (set at 50% of the total backend) would be calculated as follows: (100 / 4,000,000) x 50% Let me know if you have any questions!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":7,"created_at":"2024-12-09T17:37:58Z"}]},{"id":297603,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:297603","question":"Was this moving completed in two months?","author_name":"Perry Hilburn","votes":4,"created_at":"2024-12-07T05:24:09Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-297603","answers":[{"id":297697,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:297697","answer":"Hi Perry! We are not quite finished yet but we did finish an important production phase - Wrapping Principal Photography - which means we have shot the movie and are now heading into post production where we will be editing the film, adding special effects, soundtrack, sound design, color, etc. We still have a few months to go but we are well on our way and feeling great about it. Hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions. Paul","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":4,"created_at":"2024-12-09T17:42:20Z"}]},{"id":312329,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:312329","question":"I see that this raise is oversubscribed, but it appears to still be open. Are you accepting any additional investments? Are you able to provide an update on when you anticipate this investment round to close?","author_name":"Sean Soboloski","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-08-01T22:44:15Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-312329","answers":[{"id":315023,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:315023","answer":"Sorry for the late reply. Yes, we are still accepting investments. We’re in the middle of an audit that should be completed within the next week, which will allow us to extend and update the round to include additional investors. We’ll make a post once that happens. Thanks for your interest!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-09-16T14:37:13Z"}]},{"id":309672,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309672","question":"When is the round expected to finalize?","author_name":"Barrett A.","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-06-13T21:58:02Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309672","answers":[{"id":309766,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309766","answer":"Thanks Barrett. Hard to say. There are some things in the works that would require that we close the round right away but if they don't come to fruition, we'd likely keep it open for a few more months or until it sells out.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-06-16T17:17:31Z"}]},{"id":308546,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:308546","question":"Hi guys - is the 50% of back end net profit in perpetuity?","author_name":"Benjamin J Greenapple","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-05-24T04:49:03Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-308546","answers":[{"id":308562,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:308562","answer":"Hey Ben, thanks for your question and your interest in Fade to Black. There’s no time limit on net profits, so in theory, they continue in perpetuity. For a film like this (and other Legion M projects like My Dead Friend Zoe and William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill), we expect the bulk of revenue to come in during the first few years, followed by a smaller but ongoing stream that can eventually add up to something meaningful over time. Hope that helps!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-05-24T14:41:04Z"}]},{"id":299976,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:299976","question":"Hi Paul, I went ahead and invested an initial amount in Fade To Black (with more to come!!). The investment is under my name--Tom Wright--now, but I'd like it to show my wife's name--Carmen La Roche (as I mentioned earlier in a different post here)--instead, so that HER NAME can appear at the end of the film's credits. Do I need to do anything else, to make that happen? Thank you very much for your help!! ;-))","author_name":"Tom Wright","votes":3,"created_at":"2025-01-14T01:25:00Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-299976","answers":[{"id":300017,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:300017","answer":"Tom, thanks for your investment. No need to do something right now but as we get into generating the final credits (months from now), we will be reaching out with a link where you will be able to change how your name is reflected in the credits. I've also made sure that our team is aware so we will be on the lookout for it. Hope that works. Glad to have you on board for this journey!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-01-14T21:49:10Z"}]},{"id":324196,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:324196","question":"Any updates on this film?","author_name":"Eric Yahnel","votes":2,"created_at":"2026-02-02T01:42:43Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-324196","answers":[]},{"id":324176,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:324176","question":"Hi Paul! Congrats on Fade To Black. I'm a filmmaker in the LA area and I'm looking to raise funds for my feature, Promise, and I was wondering if you could spare about 20-30 mins of your time over zoom in the coming weeks(s). I'd like to pick your brain about your experience raising funds here.","author_name":"D. Wilmos Paul","votes":2,"created_at":"2026-02-01T18:07:16Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-324176","answers":[]},{"id":322510,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322510","question":"Hi guys! Eagerly awaiting more updates from this project, though in my search I stumbled upon a 1980 film of the same name and genre. Do you think that will have any impact on marketing or promotion down the road?","author_name":"Jason Spencer","votes":2,"created_at":"2026-01-05T21:03:33Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-322510","answers":[{"id":322573,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322573","answer":"Thanks Jason. We are hoping to have some exciting news regarding where the film will be premiering in the coming weeks. Also, we're aware of that film and have discussed a possible name change but nothing concrete just yet. Thanks for checking in and for your support on this project!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-01-06T15:33:50Z"}]},{"id":316469,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316469","question":"I’d like to confirm whether it’s appropriate to begin sharing the trailer for Fade to Black. I recently came across a trailer for another film scheduled for release in mid-December, which served as a reminder that timing is often more flexible than we think. In this industry, early momentum can be a powerful advantage. The sooner we spark interest, the more room we have to build meaningful engagement.","author_name":"Heather Lowry Stewart","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-10-07T02:35:25Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-316469","answers":[{"id":316512,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316512","answer":"We are very carefully considering it. There are pros and cons of doing it and we want to proceed in a thoughtful way. If we do share, it will be first with this community!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-10-07T18:40:51Z"}]},{"id":316297,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316297","question":"I thought i invested directly to FTB? Did it not work? I'm getting e-mail to invest. Thx","author_name":"Keith Ahlstrom","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-10-04T13:06:14Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-316297","answers":[{"id":316450,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316450","answer":"Yes, Keith! You are already invested. We sent that email to all of our Legion M and FTB investors as it included updates for everyone.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-10-06T20:31:43Z"}]},{"id":316289,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316289","question":"I believe I may already know the answer to this, but I was genuinely surprised to hear the word “F**k” included in the current trailer for Fade to Black. Could you please clarify whether this will be addressed prior to the official release? We’d like to ensure the trailer can be shared broadly once a release date is announced, and also want to avoid any potential issues related to language violations or platform restrictions.","author_name":"Heather Lowry Stewart","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-10-04T03:22:37Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-316289","answers":[{"id":316454,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316454","answer":"Thanks for your message, Heather. If you’re referring to the video we shared over Zoom, it may play like an official trailer, but it’s actually just a sizzle we cut together from the dailies. We’ve only been sharing it privately and very selectively. We do plan to release a mainstream all-audience trailer later on, but for now we’re holding the sizzle back just for insiders. That said, we like this sizzle so much that we’re seriously considering putting it out there as a fun way to build early excitement around the film. It’s earlier than we’d normally do something like this, but at Legion M we love breaking the molds. Thanks again for asking.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-10-06T21:35:24Z"}]},{"id":316268,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316268","question":"When do our names get added to the credits? I looked at IMDB.com and saw some investor names. Is IMDB going to add all of us or are most of us just going to be in the actual movie credits?","author_name":"L. A. Albrecht","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-10-03T18:08:02Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-316268","answers":[{"id":316514,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:316514","answer":"With regard to the names being added to the film, that usually happens as one of the final steps in post-production. As for IMDb, the timing and inclusion are generally up to the individual. We don’t typically add investor names there ourselves, but we do allow it when it’s done appropriately. In fact, it might be worth us reaching out to IMDb to see if they’d consider creating a special category or credit type for investors, since what we’re doing is becoming increasingly common. Hope that helps!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-10-07T18:47:48Z"}]},{"id":309837,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309837","question":"Are you planning to seek a minimum guarantee with this film?","author_name":"Corinthius C. Moffitt","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-17T18:07:20Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309837","answers":[{"id":310175,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:310175","answer":"Thanks for the question. Potentially yes, though we will be looking to make the best deal for our investors and if we felt like we'd potentially do better without an MG, we might consider going without one. But the goal is always to get as much money upfront as possible.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-06-25T05:11:17Z"}]},{"id":309797,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309797","question":"For investments above $5K/$15K, would you be open to a boosted preferred return (e.g., 130%)?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-17T03:14:25Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309797","answers":[{"id":310177,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:310177","answer":"Sorry Ritesh. We're not offering that right now.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-06-25T05:22:34Z"}]},{"id":309796,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309796","question":"Is there any way to receive early access to rough cut previews or private test screenings for larger investors?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-17T03:12:58Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309796","answers":[{"id":310178,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:310178","answer":"Possibly. We recently did something similar to share a rough cut for feedback, but I can’t promise we’ll do that again—so please don’t invest with that expectation. That said, once the film is ready to share, we’ll absolutely offer plenty of opportunities for our community to see it, whether at a premiere or special screenings. If you talk to anyone who’s invested in our past films, they’ll tell you we do a lot of this.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-06-25T05:25:41Z"}]},{"id":309795,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309795","question":"Will the SPV receive quarterly reporting based on the Freeway CAMA data — including key milestones like distribution negotiations, remaining debt, and festival submissions?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-17T03:12:23Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309795","answers":[{"id":310179,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:310179","answer":"We provide regular updates, and all income is managed by a third-party custodian (CAMA), so everything is well-documented and tightly controlled. That said, these updates typically don’t include details on unsigned distribution agreements that are still in negotiation. Once a deal is signed and announced, though, we’ll absolutely share the details.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-06-25T05:37:45Z"}]},{"id":309794,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309794","question":"Can we memorialize the backend dilution protection clause in the SPV doc or offering page (re: no future debt participants in backend unless producers also dilute)?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-17T03:11:37Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309794","answers":[{"id":310180,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:310180","answer":"Sorry, we're not making any changes to the investment documents at this late stage.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-06-25T05:38:35Z"}]},{"id":309693,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309693","question":"Assuming a 2025 release, when is the first expected distribution payout to investors if things go as planned?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-14T06:40:51Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309693","answers":[{"id":309760,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309760","answer":"Thanks, Ritesh. Just to set expectations, a 2025 release might be ambitious. We could potentially premiere at a festival, but there’s no guarantee we’d secure a release this year. Releases are typically planned many months in advance once a distributor is on board. I wouldn’t expect any funds to be distributed before early 2026 at the earliest, and possibly later in the year depending on the final release date. Thank you for all the smart questions.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-06-16T15:40:19Z"}]},{"id":309692,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309692","question":"Have any past Legion M fan-first projects returned capital to investors (even partially)? If so, which ones and how much? Is there any information to help boost confidence in investing into this project?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-14T06:40:18Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309692","answers":[{"id":309759,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309759","answer":"Hey Ritesh! Great question. Yes, both of Legion M’s prior projects like this one have generated payouts. We just distributed over $1M to investors in the past month and have another statement coming in July. So the answer is absolutely yes — both WILLIAM SHATNER: YOU CAN CALL ME BILL and MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE have had distributions and will continue to generate returns for years to come. It’s also worth noting that both films were highly rated by critics, very well received by audiences, and both had theatrical releases. MDFZ is one of the best-reviewed films of the year!","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-16T15:36:47Z"}]},{"id":309691,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309691","question":"Who manages the SPV post-funding, and will there be quarterly updates on film revenue, festival traction, and cash flow status?","author_name":"Ritesh Gudla","votes":2,"created_at":"2025-06-14T06:39:23Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/fade.to.black#question-309691","answers":[{"id":309758,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:309758","answer":"Great question. Legion M manages the LLC that owns the title, but all income and financial statements are handled by a CAMA (Collection Account Management Agreement) through Freeway. A CAMA is a standard industry mechanism that ensures all income, expenses, residuals, and participant payments are collected and distributed properly, no matter what happens to Legion M or the LLC. This provides an added layer of security and transparency for everyone involved.","author_name":"Paul Scanlan","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-06-16T15:30:40Z"}]}],"faq":[{"question":"Was this moving completed in two months?","answer":"Hi Perry! We are not quite finished yet but we did finish an important production phase - Wrapping Principal Photography - which means we have shot the movie and are now heading into post production where we will be editing the film, adding special effects, soundtrack, sound design, color, etc. We still have a few months to go but we are well on our way and feeling great about it. Hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions. Paul"},{"question":"Can you please explain further how the pro-rata share of 50% of the backend works. If I were to invest $100 what percentage of that back end would I be entitled to. What if I invested $5000? I don’t want to make an investment without knowing exactly what percentage of the prof...","answer":"Hi Ryan, sorry for the delay. Happy to provide more context. Here’s how it works for a $100 investment: First, you will receive your $100 investment back, plus a 20% return on investment (ROI), totaling $120. After that, you’ll participate in a pro-rata share of 50% of the backend profits. For example, if the total equity raised is $4M, your share of the financiers’ share of the backend (set at 50% of the total backend) would be calculated as follows: (100 / 4,000,000) x 50% Let me know if yo..."},{"question":"I was thrilled to see my name in the credits of The Man In The White Van. It was so meaningful to me and exciting. How can I invest in Fade To Black, and have MY WIFE'S NAME appear on the credits, instead of mine? Can I do that? She's a huge movie buff, a big financial support...","answer":"Absolutely, Tom. You can easily have the credit listed under your wife's name. You’re welcome to make the investment in your name while having the credit appear in hers, if that makes sense. We always offer the flexibility to amend or update the credit name. Some people invest through a trust or entity and need to adjust the credit accordingly, so it’s no problem at all. Please feel free to move forward with the investment, and I’ll ensure our team reconciles the credit with you before the re..."},{"question":"Legion M Entertainment is taking Hollywood by STORM!!! And I love it!!! Keep being fantastic, you guys!!! ........ We all LOVE what you're doing. ........ Together we are MAKING HOLLYWOOD HISTORY!! ;-)))","answer":"We couldn't do it with the support of people like you. Thank you Tom!! Onward and upward!"},{"question":"Hi Paul, I went ahead and invested an initial amount in Fade To Black (with more to come!!). The investment is under my name--Tom Wright--now, but I'd like it to show my wife's name--Carmen La Roche (as I mentioned earlier in a different post here)--instead, so that HER NAME c...","answer":"Tom, thanks for your investment. No need to do something right now but as we get into generating the final credits (months from now), we will be reaching out with a link where you will be able to change how your name is reflected in the credits. I've also made sure that our team is aware so we will be on the lookout for it. Hope that works. Glad to have you on board for this journey!"}]}}}