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Your support in spreading the word helps build the momentum that benefits all of us.Thank you for ...","published_at":"2026-03-03T22:02:48Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/269995","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/269995"},{"id":208949,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:208949","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Seeking Persephone Premiere!","preview":"Last night was the premiere of Seeking Persephone, and it was the first time I’d seen the movie from start to finish. Just between us—it was even better than I imagined. So many wonderful emotions! The writing, acting, sound, lighting, cinematography, score, locations—everything came together beautifully. Sarah and I have both said we want to watch it again, and it hasn’t even been 24 hours since we finished it.Here are just a few quotes from attendees (and some photos from the event):“Absolu...","published_at":"2025-10-21T19:20:01Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/208949","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/208949"},{"id":193550,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:193550","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Seeking Persephone Trailer Surpasses 1/2 Million Organic Views!","preview":"Dear Seeking Persephone Investors and Supporters,We are very pleased to share the official trailer for Seeking Persephone.In less than five days since its release, the trailer has surpassed 500,000 organic views across YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook without any paid advertising, showing the significant existing audience for high quality and family friendly entertainment. It also provides valuable data that strengthens our position as we enter into conversations with potential distributors.T...","published_at":"2025-09-29T17:55:15Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/193550","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/193550"},{"id":184610,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:184610","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"SEEKING PERSEPHONE, coming to a theater... near you??","preview":"With the final pieces of post-production nearly completed, the Seeking Persephone movie team is gearing up for a run in theaters, but we need your help deciding where.Are you excited for Seeking Persephone? Want to support quality movies you can see with your whole family? Looking for a fun girls-night at the movies?Fill out our survey—and share it far and wide—letting us know what city you call home and that you would go see this movie if it came to a theater near you. If there’s enough inte...","published_at":"2025-08-11T15:09:49Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/184610","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/184610"},{"id":181386,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181386","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"‼️ FINAL HOURS! Seeking Persephone Wefunder Closes TODAY! ‼️","preview":"Hello Amazing Supporters,This is the absolute final call! The Seeking Persephone Wefunder campaign closes TODAY, Monday, April 14th, in just a matter of hours at 11:59 pm ET.\u0026nbsp;Please take these two immediate actions if you haven’t already:1 \u0026nbsp;Final Portfolio Check (NOW): Ensure your investment is fully confirmed so it isn’t cancelled! This often involves verifying details like your Tax ID (SSN in the US), as required by the SEC for all investments (this is not just a donation). Please...","published_at":"2025-04-14T12:01:28Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/181386","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181386"},{"id":181365,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181365","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"🚨 Weekend Push! Only 3 DAYS LEFT to Invest in Seeking Persephone! 🚨","preview":"Hi Everyone,The final countdown is on! We have just 3 DAYS LEFT before the Seeking Persephone Wefunder campaign closes on Monday, April 14th.We're so inspired by the enthusiasm from investors like you! As one supporter recently put it:\"I am a stay at home mom who loves to read, and Seeking Persephone is one of my all-time favorite stories. This book helped me through a very difficult time and it deserves to be made into a classic film that will be loved and appreciated for years to come. I in...","published_at":"2025-04-11T19:19:20Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/181365","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181365"},{"id":181183,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181183","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"⏳ Just 5 Days Left! Help Us Cross the Finish Line for Seeking Persephone!","preview":"Paul here again as we enter the final stretch – just 5 DAYS remain until our Wefunder campaign closes on Monday, April 14th!We're deeply grateful for the incredible support that's brought us this far. Filming wrapped successfully, and now every dollar raised goes directly into the essential post-production work – the editing, sound design, color grading, and music composition that will truly bring Sarah's beloved story to life on screen.Want to make a significant impact in these final days? I...","published_at":"2025-04-09T20:28:30Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/181183","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181183"},{"id":181182,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:181182","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"🙏 Gratitude + FINAL WEEK! Seeking Persephone Wefunder Closes April 14th! 🚨","preview":"Hello Amazing Seeking Persephone Community,Paul here again. First off, a massive THANK YOU to every single one of you who has invested in Seeking Persephone! We're incredibly grateful for your belief in this project. And a huge welcome to those who have joined us recently!We're now officially in the FINAL WEEK of our Wefunder campaign, which closes next Monday, April 14th.Two Important Things for This Last Push: 1 ACTION NEEDED (for some): Wefunder flagged that a few investments require a fin...","published_at":"2025-04-07T16:52:35Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/181182","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/181182"},{"id":180785,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:180785","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Big News: Filming Complete + Our Final Funding Push!","preview":"Hello Amazing Seeking Persephone Investors,Some incredibly exciting news to share from the world of Seeking Persephone – principal photography is officially complete!We wrapped filming, and I have to say, the footage looks fantastic! The small but talented cast and crew poured their hearts into this, capturing the magic of Sarah's novel beautifully. We're absolutely thrilled with what we have and are now diving headfirst into the crucial next phase: post-production.This brings me to an import...","published_at":"2025-03-26T20:31:57Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/180785","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/180785"},{"id":179784,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:179784","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"UK Filming Progress Update","preview":"We're thrilled to share that the \"Seeking Persephone\" team is currently halfway through filming in the UK, and the footage is exceeding our already high expectations.Progress Highlights:- Completed approximately 50% of UK filming schedule- Professional cast delivering stellar performances- Stunning historic UK locations captured beautifully- Weather has cooperated perfectly for exterior shots- On track with production timelineOur talented cast, including Ryann Bailey and Jake Stormoen continu...","published_at":"2025-02-24T06:41:08Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/179784","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/179784"},{"id":178862,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:178862","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Casting Progress Update","preview":"We're excited to share an update on Seeking Persephone's development!Our casting process has been incredibly thorough to ensure we find the best actors to bring these beloved characters to life. Here are the stats:Reviewed 2,249 submissions for 5 key rolesNearly 300 actors were invited to submit self-tape auditionsOver 250 self-tapes were submitted and carefully evaluatedMultiple rounds of Zoom callbacks were conducted with top candidates3 roles have been cast, and we're finalizing decisions ...","published_at":"2025-01-20T14:25:05Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/178862","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/178862"},{"id":178454,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:178454","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"UK Production Update: Preparations in Full Swing","preview":"Dear Seeking Persephone Investors,We hope you've had or are having wonderful holidays! Thanks to your investments, production planning and preparations for our UK filming are now in full swing:Our wardrobe department is actively working, with seamstresses hired and costume fittings scheduled for mid-January with our leads Jake (Adam) and Ryann (Persephone).UK casting is underway with auditions for supporting roles expected in early January.We're in final negotiations with multiple historic pr...","published_at":"2024-12-30T15:29:46Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/178454","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/178454"},{"id":177860,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:177860","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Progress Update: Moving Closer to UK Filming","preview":"Dear Seeking Persephone Investors,Thank you to everyone who has taken action since our last update! Your quick responses are helping us move closer to our UK filming milestone. Here's where we stand:Current Status:Total Commitments: $408,196 from 347 investorsAction Required: We need at least $6,404 from our remaining 63 investors (who total $14,600) to reach our minimum, but we'd like all $14,600 completed to ensure we safely maintain that minimum through the fund release processOnce we main...","published_at":"2024-12-02T13:51:29Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/177860","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/177860"},{"id":177755,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:177755","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Important Update: Action Required by Some Investors to Start UK Filming","preview":"Dear Seeking Persephone Investors,We've reached an exciting milestone in our journey to bring Seeking Persephone to the screen. While we have over $408,000 in total commitments from 346 investors, we need to ensure $400,000 is fully processed and available before we can begin UK filming. Think of it like the difference between someone saying they'll pay for something versus the money actually being in the bank.To reach this goal, some investors need to take quick actions to finalize their inv...","published_at":"2024-11-25T22:56:28Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/177755","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/177755"},{"id":176866,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176866","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Filming Funds Committed! Now On to Post-Production \u0026amp; Distribution","preview":"Fantastic news! Thanks to several major investments from fans of the project, we've reached an exciting milestone - surpassing our $400,000 minimum funding goal! This puts us in position to move forward with filming at historic locations in England. To bring \"Seeking Persephone\" to audiences worldwide, we're continuing toward our $800,000 funding target, which will cover crucial post-production elements including editing, sound design, visual effects, and distribution.Do you know accredited i...","published_at":"2024-11-11T15:22:29Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176866","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176866"},{"id":176865,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176865","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"More than Halfway to Funding Filming in UK!","preview":"Raby Castle at golden hourGreat news! We're thrilled to announce that some investors who are fans of \"Seeking Persephone\" have made a major $100,000 investment. This brings our total raised to over $247,000 - more than halfway to our $400,000 minimum funding goal!Reaching our $400,000 target will allow us to film on-location in England. Our ultimate goal of $800,000 will enable us to complete all aspects of the movie after filming (editing, sound, music, visual effects, etc.) and secure distr...","published_at":"2024-10-28T15:16:22Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176865","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176865"},{"id":176937,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176937","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Important Update: Your Action Required to Complete Your Investment","preview":"Dear Seeking Persephone Investors and Supporters,We've just completed an important legal milestone in our fundraising journey. Our Form C filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provides detailed disclosures about our project, team, and financials, allowing us to officially accept investments. This filing protects investors by providing independently reviewed financial statements, detailed risk disclosures, and clear information about how your investment will be used and our ...","published_at":"2024-10-23T17:49:48Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176937","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176937"},{"id":176636,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176636","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Seeking Persephone: Your Words, Our Inspiration - A Community Update","preview":"Ryann, Sarah, and John backstageWe are deeply moved by the outpouring of support and enthusiasm for our project. We'd like to share some of your powerful words that capture the essence of why this film is so important:Chris C.: \"I thought long and hard about this investment. The minimum is a stretch for me; however, I felt I needed to help support a project which portrays values that are quickly disappearing from the entertainment industry. Thank you for contributing to a genre which is in de...","published_at":"2024-10-11T22:56:23Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176636","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176636"},{"id":176315,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176315","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"New Article on Seeking Persephone and Family-Friendly Films","preview":"Behind the scenes image of Jake (The Duke), Ryann (Persephone) and Director John.We're excited to share a recent article about the Seeking Persephone project and the broader need for quality family-friendly films in today's market.Key Highlights from the Article1. The impact of stories:\"I am blessed that my wife is a talented author, and through her work, I witness the impact stories can have on people’s lives. She told me of a widower who approached her at a book signing. He shared that he r...","published_at":"2024-09-30T12:56:01Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176315","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176315"},{"id":176314,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:176314","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"Budget Comparison Correction","preview":"Dear Investors,We've made a correction to our Wefunder project page for Seeking Persephone and want to inform you of this change.What ChangedWe updated the cost estimate for a single episode of Bridgerton from $21 million to $7 million.Reason for the ChangeUpon re-examining our source, and correlating it with others, we discovered an error in our initial interpretation of the data. The $168 million budget we originally referenced was for all three seasons of Bridgerton (24 episodes total), no...","published_at":"2024-09-27T14:29:07Z","author_name":"Paul Eden","url":"/feed/176314","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/176314"}],"q_and_a":[{"id":291203,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291203","question":"Hi, I have a few questions. 1.) With this being a stock offering, will investors be receiving a 1099 or a K1? 2.) Are returns paid in perpetuity? 3.) If you don't meet your current funding goal, will you still move forward with the remaining production? 4.) If the film is successful, will investors both large and small be given the opportunity to invest in the remaining films in the series?\u0026nbsp; 5.) I saw on the Kickstarter there were some pretty cool and unique perks. I like the first-tier option here to have your name in the credits. Would it be possible to get a physical film poster signed by the cast and author as well?\u0026nbsp; 6.) When is the last day to invest?\u0026nbsp; 7.) After the release of the film, how often will updates be given? 8.) Are you aiming for a theatrical or streaming release?\u0026nbsp; 9.) What sort of MPAA rating are you aiming for with the film?\u0026nbsp; Thank you for your time and reply.","author_name":"Corinthius C. Moffitt","votes":2,"created_at":"2024-08-29T06:21:54Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291203","answers":[{"id":291275,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291275","answer":"1.) With this being a stock offering, will investors be receiving a 1099 or a K1? 1099 2.) Are returns paid in perpetuity? Yes. Until the film stops generating money and the LLC is dissolved. 3.) If you don't meet your current funding goal, will you still move forward with the remaining production? Yes, but we would have to find funding elsewhere. 4.) If the film is successful, will investors both large and small be given the opportunity to invest in the remaining films in the series? It depends on how the remaining films are financed - If we go through Wefunder again or if a distributor funds the remaining films in the series. 5.) I saw on the Kickstarter there were some pretty cool and unique perks. I like the first-tier option here to have your name in the credits. Would it be possible to get a physical film poster signed by the cast and author as well? Every Wefunder investor will get their name in the credits. The other perks were just for Kickstarter backers. 6.) When is the last day to invest? That has not been decided with Wefunder yet. 7.) After the release of the film, how often will updates be given? At least quarterly. 8.) Are you aiming for a theatrical or streaming release? It will most likely be a streaming release as the cost to go theatrical is very expensive. 9.) What sort of MPAA rating are you aiming for with the film? The film will most likely receive a PG.","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":4,"created_at":"2024-08-30T04:27:28Z"}]},{"id":290997,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:290997","question":"If this movie is successful, will the second book in the series get made?","author_name":"Cydni Tongish","votes":2,"created_at":"2024-08-24T13:05:46Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-290997","answers":[{"id":291051,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291051","answer":"That is the plan :)","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":3,"created_at":"2024-08-26T19:15:49Z"}]},{"id":306031,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:306031","question":"How does the investment process work, in regards to future episodes? Will we be allowed to invest in each episode? Thanks, CNF","author_name":"Clinton Noel Foster, SR","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-04-15T03:38:45Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-306031","answers":[]},{"id":302997,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:302997","question":"You mentioned planning to release to streaming services in a previous post. Will you also be releasing the film on DVD or other physical media?","author_name":"Corinthius C. Moffitt","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-02-26T14:41:55Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-302997","answers":[]},{"id":294680,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:294680","question":"Will you be submitting producer credits to imdb?","author_name":"Ty Sharpe","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-10-22T23:17:18Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-294680","answers":[{"id":295001,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:295001","answer":"Yes, we will :)","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-24T18:48:41Z"}]},{"id":291196,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291196","question":"I don't have a question, just want to say this was one of the first book historical romance books I read like 10 years ago and it is SO SO GOOD. Sarah Eden has some amazing books. Delightful to read. It's such a shame that more clean historical romance books are not made into movies or TV shows. Most of what is made is complete crap, totally uninteresting and unromantic. They all got lazy. It's exciting to see this story could become a movie!","author_name":"Meredith Webb","votes":1,"created_at":"2024-08-29T01:51:37Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291196","answers":[]},{"id":322261,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322261","question":"I saw that people who invested such as myself received a link to preview the film. I have not seen anything. How does that work?","author_name":"Mary Johnson","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-01-03T01:18:47Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-322261","answers":[{"id":322266,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:322266","answer":"Rewards, like digital access to the movie, were part of the Kickstarter campaign.","author_name":"Sarah Eden","votes":0,"created_at":"2026-01-03T04:26:20Z"}]},{"id":305963,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:305963","question":"Have you thought about submitting the concept or film to the Angel Studios Guild? Angel.com/filmmakers","author_name":"Katelyn Peterson","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-04-14T03:38:31Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-305963","answers":[{"id":305970,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:305970","answer":"Yes. We did that in the spring of 2024.","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":1,"created_at":"2025-04-14T12:38:18Z"}]},{"id":303784,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:303784","question":"Hello, When is the last day for investing in this film? Will I have an opportunity end of March to invest?","author_name":"Sunflower Jossie","votes":0,"created_at":"2025-03-09T20:40:41Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-303784","answers":[]},{"id":293328,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:293328","question":"how does one see the pitch deck for accredited investors?","author_name":"Jeff Wheeler","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-30T17:09:49Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-293328","answers":[{"id":293329,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:293329","answer":"Shoot us an email John@mainstaypro.com","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-30T17:11:58Z"}]},{"id":293101,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:293101","question":"Hello and welcome! I'm excited to be a part of your journey as an investor. I'm eager to learn more about your vision and progress, but please keep in mind that my schedule is quite busy. If you'd like to share updates or discuss anything, please feel free to reach out to me via email at [mikecaro336@gmail.com]. I'll do my best to respond promptly. Looking forward to hearing from you and watching your success unfold!","author_name":"Mike Clara","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-26T05:44:39Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-293101","answers":[]},{"id":292390,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:292390","question":"Hello and welcome! I'm excited to be a part of your journey as an investor. I'm eager to learn more about your vision and progress, but please keep in mind that my schedule is quite busy. If you'd like to share updates or discuss anything, please feel free to reach out to me via email at [mikecaro336@gmail.com]. I'll do my best to respond promptly. Looking forward to hearing from you and watching your success unfold!","author_name":"Mike Clara","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-17T01:34:32Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-292390","answers":[]},{"id":291966,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291966","question":"What is the plan for the movie soundtrack/music? I imagine that would add significantly to the cost, but at the same time is an important aspect of a great movie.","author_name":"Meredith Webb","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-10T01:06:16Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291966","answers":[{"id":291967,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291967","answer":"The music will be composed by James Schafer :)","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":2,"created_at":"2024-09-10T01:11:52Z"}]},{"id":291910,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291910","question":"I am impressed by the vision and potential of your Wefunder project. As an investor with a keen interest in innovative ventures, I believe there is a significant opportunity to connect your project with a network of investors who are actively seeking promising opportunities. I would be delighted to facilitate an introduction to investor organizations that align with your project's goals. Let’s explore how we can collaborate to drive your project’s success.","author_name":"Investor  Ridwan","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-09T02:01:39Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291910","answers":[]},{"id":291907,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291907","question":"I am impressed by the vision and potential of your Wefunder project. As an investor with a keen interest in innovative ventures, I believe there is a significant opportunity to connect your project with a network of investors who are actively seeking promising opportunities. I would be delighted to facilitate an introduction to investor organizations that align with your project's goals. Let’s explore how we can collaborate to drive your project’s success.","author_name":"Investor  Ridwan","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-09-09T01:57:28Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291907","answers":[]},{"id":291271,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291271","question":"also, is this investment just in the first film Seeking Persephone, or is it an investment in the entire series of lancaster family books?","author_name":"Meredith Webb","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-08-30T02:48:52Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291271","answers":[{"id":291272,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291272","answer":"Just in the first film Seeking Persephone.","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-08-30T04:02:12Z"}]},{"id":291268,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291268","question":"investment risk question: what is the likelihood that this film even rocoups the 1 million in cost and what is an average timeline just for recoupment of cost once film is completed and distributed?","author_name":"Meredith Webb","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-08-30T02:34:33Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/lancasters.llc#question-291268","answers":[{"id":291273,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:291273","answer":"Investing in film can be lucrative but also risky. Our budget for a period romance is incredibly low. By keeping the cost down, it will increase the likelihood our investors will make a return on their investment. As far as timeline, it greatly depends on who is the distributor and when they release the film. Many of my previous projects have been profitable. However, some have not. Sometimes returns came as quickly as 6 months after a film is released. Other projects it has taken a year or more.","author_name":"John Lyde","votes":2,"created_at":"2024-08-30T04:11:12Z"}]}],"faq":[{"question":"If this movie is successful, will the second book in the series get made?","answer":"That is the plan :)"},{"question":"Hi, I have a few questions. 1.) With this being a stock offering, will investors be receiving a 1099 or a K1? 2.) Are returns paid in perpetuity? 3.) If you don't meet your current funding goal, will you still move forward with the remaining production? 4.) If the film is succ...","answer":"1.) With this being a stock offering, will investors be receiving a 1099 or a K1? 1099 2.) Are returns paid in perpetuity? Yes. Until the film stops generating money and the LLC is dissolved. 3.) If you don't meet your current funding goal, will you still move forward with the remaining production? Yes, but we would have to find funding elsewhere. 4.) If the film is successful, will investors both large and small be given the opportunity to invest in the remaining films in the series? It depe..."},{"question":"investment risk question: what is the likelihood that this film even rocoups the 1 million in cost and what is an average timeline just for recoupment of cost once film is completed and distributed?","answer":"Investing in film can be lucrative but also risky. Our budget for a period romance is incredibly low. By keeping the cost down, it will increase the likelihood our investors will make a return on their investment. As far as timeline, it greatly depends on who is the distributor and when they release the film. Many of my previous projects have been profitable. However, some have not. Sometimes returns came as quickly as 6 months after a film is released. Other projects it has taken a year or m..."},{"question":"also, is this investment just in the first film Seeking Persephone, or is it an investment in the entire series of lancaster family books?","answer":"Just in the first film Seeking Persephone."},{"question":"What is the plan for the movie soundtrack/music? I imagine that would add significantly to the cost, but at the same time is an important aspect of a great movie.","answer":"The music will be composed by James Schafer :)"}]}}}