Project Status: Feature Film | Pre-Production

Genre: Gothic Horror and Values-Based / Supernatural Thriller

Anticipated Rating: PG-13

Synopsis

The Thing In The Hall reimagines a classic Gothic ghost story through the eyes of a psychology student investigating his friend's attempts to contact the dead. Told through testimony following a fatal incident, the film combines psychological horror with the structure of a legal thriller.

The World

Bridging gripping suspense with psychological horror, The Thing in the Hall cultivates a distinct, chilling atmosphere where everyday spaces warp into a haunting manifestation of guilt.

Comparables

Grounded in the tradition of elevated psychological thrillers like The Babadook, The Night House, and The Others, this project substitutes traditional creature feature tropes for visceral, real world suspense. By warping everyday environments into inescapable arenas of psychological tension, The Thing in the Hall taps into a highly profitable horror marketplace that prioritizes psychological depth and domestic dread.

Writer/Director/Producer: Logan Kishi

Logan Kishi is an award-winning filmmaker^{1Director Filmography & Awards: Official FilmFreeway creator profile for Logan Kishi detailing past short film productions, festival selections, and award recognitions: [https://filmfreeway.com/LoganKishi]} focused on elevated, character-driven genre storytelling. With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry including 15+ years as a SAG-AFTRA actor,^{2SAG-AFTRA Union Status Verification: Active SAG-AFTRA member status verified via official Backstage talent directory [https://www.backstage.com/u/logankishi/] and active digital SAG-AFTRA membership card on file in compliance records.} he developed a deep understanding of narrative through performance before transitioning into writing and producing. His work includes seven short films that have screened at festivals across the U.S., earning accolades such as Best Director, Best Horror,^{3Old Towne Film Festival 2023 Winner (Best Director & Best Horror): Awarded Best Director and Best Horror for the short film "See Me More" (Logan Kishi) at the 2023 Old Towne Film Festival. Official verification listing: [https://www.oldtownefilmfestival.com/2023awards]} and 48 Hour Film Winner.^{4Christian Worldview Film Festival 2023 Winner (48-Hour Race): Official festival listing for the film "Closed" (Logan Kishi): [https://cwvff.com/2023-winners/]} The Thing in the Hall marks his debut feature film, with the script already recognized on the Gold List at the British Independent Film Festival 2026^{5British Independent Film Festival Gold List: The Thing in the Hall screenplay recognized on The Gold List for screenplays of outstanding quality by the British Independent Film Festival / Film Festival Guild. Official listing: [https://www.filmfestivalguild.com/thegoldlist]} and a Finalist in the Oxford Script Awards.^{6Accolades & Script Recognition: The Thing in the Hall screenplay (Logan Kishi) is officially recognized as a Finalist in the Oxford Script Awards (Spring Season 2026) [https://www.oxfordscriptawards.com/finalists-spring-season-2026/]}

Note from Logan... "I grew up on horror. It's the genre that made me want to tell stories not to scare people, but to explore the things we usually avoid. The Thing In The Hall is about guilt, detachment, and complicity. It examines how we handle mental health, especially in the ones closest to us, and the danger of hesitation. When do you step in, and what happens if you wait too long?"

I have been in the entertainment industry since I was five years old, beginning as a child actor and gradually growing into writing, directing, and producing. The Thing in the Hall is my debut feature, and for me, it represents a chance to take everything I have learned from a lifetime around film and pour it into something meaningful.

We have already received encouraging feedback from people in the industry, including conversations with sales representatives and distributors at the American Film Market who saw real potential in the project.^{7Distribution Note: Preliminary discussions with various international sales agents in 2026 at AFM represent exploratory market feedback and do not constitute a formal distribution guarantee or executed agreement.} Since we are already beginning those conversations around sales and distribution, we are approaching The Thing in the Hall with the marketplace in mind from the start.

This project is also the first major step for Darkbox Entertainment, a company I started, focused on values-driven stories and a clear path beyond production. We are currently raising funds to move forward with a strong production that can attract the right partners, support the level of talent we are pursuing, and bring this film to the next stage. By joining us now, you are helping bring The Thing in the Hall to life while also helping lay the foundation for Darkbox Entertainment and the larger vision behind it.

Pitch Deck & Visual Blueprint

Our pitch deck is the visual roadmap for the film which bridges the gap between the written script and the final cinematic experience. It outlines the artistic vision and strategic plan for bringing The Thing In The Hall to the screen. Click above to explore our comprehensive deck for a deeper look at the visual style, core characters, and narrative structure, alongside the industry benchmarks guiding this psychological thriller to the screen. View our pitch deck

Why Horror & Thrillers Dominate Indie Film ROI

Independent film is fundamentally a game of minimizing risk and maximizing your potential returns. From a financial perspective, the psychological thriller and horror genres are the most lucrative in the entertainment industry.

1. Statistically Superior Profit Rates: Data from the American Film Market shows that the baseline industry average for movie profitability across general cinema is just 43%. Horror completely defies this trend, with more than 52% of all genre films turning a net profit across their distribution lifecycle.
2. Unmatched Box Office Multiples: According to historical entertainment box office tracking, successful low-budget genre films return an average of 8x their production budgets in ticket sales alone, doubling the average multiplier of any other film category. Recent indie breakouts have achieved even more staggering milestones, yielding up to a 4,500% return on investment.
3. Built-In Target Audience: Thriller and horror fans are the most active, loyal, and vocal community in cinema. They don't require multi-million dollar A-list actors or massive CGI budgets to buy a ticket; they show up entirely for the premise, the atmospheric tension, and the psychological hook. This dramatically drives down our marketing overhead while maximizing global streaming and VOD demand.
4. To dive deeper into the economics of independent genre filmmaking, we highly encourage you to read the full American Film Market analysis.^{8Market Data & Financial Statistics: Film profitability metrics, ROI multiples, and genre performance data compiled from the American Film Market (AFM) / Stephen Follows Industry Data Analysis ("What The Data Says: Producing Low-Budget Horror Films"). Verified online at: [https://americanfilmmarket.com/what-the-data-says-producing-low-budget-horror-films/]}

Funding Strategy & Financial Milestones

To bring The Thing in the Hall to the screen, we have established clear financial benchmarks. Our master campaign target is $1,200,000, which accounts for standard platform fees, compliance overhead, and campaign administration.

We have structured our financial milestones to secure a clear, protective net production budget cap of one million dollars ($1,000,000) dedicated entirely to making the film. Maintaining this firm ceiling keeps our expenditures tightly controlled, avoids unnecessary project complexity, and guarantees your capital goes directly into creating a high-caliber movie.

Our Financial Milestones

Phase 1 - $100,000

1. Escrow & Early Prep ($50,000 min raise to $100,000) Reaching our regulatory minimum allows us to clear escrow, finalize immediate location deposits, and engage key creative leadership, including our Line Producer and Production Designer, to lock down our filming schedules.

Phase 2 - $500,000

1. Fully Green Lit. Reaching this milestone marks our primary capital threshold. This funding allows us to fully secure principal cast commitments, initiate intensive pre-production prep, lock technical gear packages, and establish our core crew infrastructure.

Phase 3 - $800,000+

1. Production, Post & Value Add Capital This phase represents the absolute baseline required to take the film completely through principal photography and rough assembly editing. As funds climb toward our core production budget cap of $1,000,000, we secure the high production values for the project. Any additional gross funds raised above this core cap up to our master campaign target maximum are treated as strategic value-add reserves. This upper tier safely absorbs platform fees and compliance overhead, while dedicating all remaining net capital to theatrical color grading, sound mastering, an expanded production safety net, and the activation of initial commercial distribution and marketing.

Budget Allocation (Based on Our $1M Production Cap)

Four Ways to Support The Thing In The Hall

1. Direct Support: Interested in supporting the project outside of crowdfunding? Contact the production team directly for inquiries.
2. Charitable Giving: Interested in 100% tax-deductible donations to support the project? Contact the production team directly.^{9501(c)(3) Fiscal Sponsorship: The Thing in the Hall is also officially fiscally sponsored by From the Heart Productions, Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN: 95-4445418). To learn more about non-reciprocal charitable contributions and grants, visit [https://fromtheheartproductions.com] or contact the production team directly for private inquiries. (Note: Tax deductibility applies exclusively to charitable donations processed via the fiscal sponsor. Wefunder investments are Regulation Crowdfunding securities and do not qualify as tax-deductible donations.)}
3. Revenue Share Investment: Participate in The Thing in the Hall directly through this website. Click "Reserve" or "Invest" to secure your position in our 120% return structure, plus receive fifty percent (50%) of all future Net Receipts. You are becoming a stakeholder in the project and participating alongside us in its success.
4. In-Kind Contributions: We welcome donations of goods, equipment, locations, or professional services to help offset our production budget. Contact the production team to discuss in-kind contributions.^{10In-Kind Contributions: Donated goods, equipment usage, location access, and professional services may qualify for a charitable tax deduction through our 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, From the Heart Productions, Inc. The sponsor provides tax-deductible receipts for eligible non-monetary contributions based on fair market value. To learn more or submit an in-kind offer, contact the production team directly.}

Be Part of the Thriller: Invest in The Thing in the Hall

Revenue Share Investment Offering Terms & Structure

When you invest in The Thing in the Hall through this website on Wefunder, you back the film under a prioritized, transparent revenue model. Built around a standard Film Financing Agreement, our structure ensures investors receive 100% of initial investment plus a 20% premium out of Gross Receipts before transitioning into an ongoing 50/50 revenue share. Detailed terms and formal disclosures are available for review in our Offering Terms at the end of this page.

Production Impact & Recognition Tiers

Investing in The Thing in the Hall is a direct partnership in the tools and talent needed to bring this story to the screen. Below, we have outlined examples how your investment capital could translate into tangible resources on set, alongside the exclusive investor recognition, perks, and access tiers we offer in return for your financial backing.

Special Thanks

Minimum Investment: $100

Investment Impact Examples:

1. On-Set Data Storage: High-speed SSD drives for secure, daily backups of raw digital footage as it is captured.
2. Professional Communication: Two full days of professional radio rentals for the entire crew to ensure seamless on-set coordination.
3. Script Production: High-quality printing and binding of shooting scripts for the lead cast and department heads.
4. Character Props: The acquisition or specialty rental of key objects that populate the film’s unique world.

Special Thanks - Recognition & Access:

1. Digital Credit: Your name will be featured on our official production website’s supporter wall.
2. Rolling Credits: A "Special Thanks" credit in the film's official end crawl.
3. Production Updates: A subscription to our private, monthly "behind-the-scenes" production updates.

Creative Circle

Minimum Investment: $500

Investment Impact Examples:

1. Crew Craft Services: Providing essential nutrition and coffee to fuel a 15-person crew during a 12-hour shooting day.
2. Wardrobe Acquisition: The rental or purchase of high-end vintage garments or specialty character costumes.
3. Secure Film Storage: Professional-grade storage systems designed to keep all captured footage backed up and safe.
4. Specialty Equipment: Daily rentals for professional monitoring systems and technical kits.

Creative CIrcle - Recognition & Access:

1. Includes all benefits from the Special Thanks level.
2. Private "First Look": An invitation to a private virtual town hall with the Director and Cinematographer to discuss the film’s progress.
3. Waitlist Priority: Priority placement on the waitlist for unclaimed seats at regional private screenings.

Film Patron

Minimum Investment: $1000

Investment Impact Examples:

1. Atmospheric Detail: Funding for background actors to populate the film’s world, adding depth and realism to key scenes.
2. Stunt & Safety Oversight: Ensuring professional stunt coordination and safety equipment for sequences involving physical movement or practical rigging.

Film Patron - Recognition & Access:

1. Includes all benefits from the Creative Circle level.
2. IMDb Recognition: A "Special Thanks" credit on the film’s official IMDb page.
3. Regional Screening: An invitation for you and a guest to attend a private regional screening of the film (travel & accommodations not included).

Provide a Foundational Role in the Production

Premier & Legacy Circles (Investments of $5,000+)

For investors contributing a principal stake of $5,000 or more, we invite you to join our Premier & Legacy Circles. As a cornerstone investor, your allocation provides the vital financial infrastructure required for our most intensive production phases by directly securing elite talent, locking key locations, and ensuring the premium production values necessary to maximize the film's commercial potential. We view the investors in these tiers as the essential anchors of this entire capitalization roadmap. This tier of capital deployment grants the financial runway and professional resources necessary to execute the creative vision to its absolute highest cinematic potential.

In addition to your revenue share positioning under our unified preferred return waterfall, we are thrilled to offer specialized observation experiences. Depending on your specific tier, these experiential perks grant unique behind-the-scenes access opportunities such as scheduled set visits or structured virtual tours. These coordinated invitations offer a professional, spectator view of the physical execution of this feature film.

Executive Supporter

Minimum Investment: $5000

Investment Impact Examples:

1. Full-Crew Catering: Providing professional on-set catering for the entire production team during five days of principal photography, ensuring the energy and focus required for intensive shooting schedules.
2. Essential Insurance & Clearances: Supporting the comprehensive production insurance and legal clearances required to secure our primary historical locations and period-accurate assets.

Executive Supporter - Recognition & Access:

1. Includes all Recognition & Access benefits from Film Patron level.
2. Set Visit Opportunity: An invitation for you and a guest to attend a private, in-person set visit during filming (if local and subject to schedule availability) OR a virtual set tour.
3. Cast & Crew OR Wrap Party (choose one)
4. Cast & Crew Screening: An invitation for you and a guest to attend the private, pre-release Cast and Crew screening (travel and accommodations not included).
5. The Wrap Party: An invitation for you and a guest to the official Wrap Party to celebrate with the cast and crew (travel & accommodations not included).

Legacy

Minimum Investment: $10,000

Investment Impact Examples:

1. Premier Camera & Optics Package: Funding the rental of our primary high-definition camera system and specialized lens kit, essential for capturing the film's visual feel.
2. Lead Talent Acquisition: Supporting the professional rates and travel for our primary lead actors, allowing us to secure the elite talent the script demands.

Legacy - Recognition & Access:

1. Includes all Recognition & Access benefits from Executive Supporter level.
2. On-Screen Cameo: One (1) honorary background appearance on set for you or a designated guest (subject to production schedule, availability and safety guidelines; strictly a non-speaking, honorary experience; travel and accommodations not included).
3. VIP Premiere: Two VIP passes to the official World Premiere of the film (travel and accommodations not included).

The Benefactor

Minimum Investment: $25,000

Investment Impact Example:

1. Foundational Support: These funds cover the most significant logistical costs of the project, such as the final post-production master and ensuring the film is finished to the highest industry standards.

The Benefactor - Recognition & Access:

1. Includes all Recognition & Access benefits from Legacy level.
2. Day of Record Sponsorship: This contribution covers one full day of principal photography. On your designated day, the official call sheet and the director's slate (the board used before every "Action") will state your name or company as the Day Sponsor.
3. Physical Legacy: You will receive the signed, physical Production Slate used during your sponsored day of filming as a permanent souvenir of the production.
4. Benefactor Credit: A full-screen shared credit in the closing credits: "This film was made possible by the generous support of [Your Name]."

Accredited Investors & Private Consultations

To accommodate our dedicated partner network at this scale, The Thing in the Hall routes all capital partners from our everyday community backers to accredited investors and institutional partners into a single, unified Regulation Crowdfunding (REG CF) offering.

Note to Accredited Investors^{11Changes to Regulation Crowdfunding (REG CF): Under historical amendments to Section 4(a)(6) of the Securities Act, individual investment caps were removed for accredited investors participating in Regulation Crowdfunding offerings, and the rolling 12 month limit an issuer can raise through a funding portal was increased to $5,000,000 ($5M). Non accredited individuals remain limited by tiered financial calculation parameters monitored directly by the platform backend. To learn more about current exempt offering frameworks, tiered non accredited limits, and verification requirements, visit the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's official small business compliance guidance portal at: [https://www.sec.gov/resources-small-businesses/small-business-compliance-guides/regulation-crowdfunding-guidance-issuers]} Because of changes in SEC rules in 2021, accredited investors are now exempt from individual investment limits, allowing for larger, seamless capital investments. This unified path ensures that both our community supporters and our accredited partners stand on equal footing, sharing directly in the financial and creative journey of the film.

We deeply value significant financial partnerships. If you are an accredited investor looking to coordinate a substantial capital position or request our distribution roadmap, please use the scheduling link below to book a private briefing with our executive producers.

Investment Structure^{12Offering Terms & Investment Structure: These parameters represent our target offering terms. All payout terms, revenue-share metrics, and definitive agreement details remain subject to completion of our official Regulation Crowdfunding compliance review and final Form C filing. }

The Company is structured as a single-purpose production entity focused on the development, production, and commercial distribution of The Thing in the Hall motion picture. To provide our backers with a robust financial upside and absolute structural transparency, we have organized our investment framework using the following core parameters:

1. Investment Structure: Issued under SEC Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) utilizing a standard Film Financing Agreement to grant investors contractual revenue-share rights.
2. Campaign Parameters: Proposed minimum target raise of $50,000 up to a maximum offering of $1,200,000.
3. 120% Prioritized Return Profile: Investors receive a prioritized return profile structured to pay out one hundred and twenty percent (120%) of their initial investment from gross film receipts prior to revenue share participation.^{13120% Return (Financier Recoupment): Per Section 5(c) of The Thing in the Hall Film Financing Agreement, initial funds are allocated on a prioritized basis to investors pro rata pari passu until all financiers receive 100% of their investment plus a 20% premium (120% total) from Gross Receipts before deferments and revenue splits. (In plain English: Investors are paid back first out of early earnings, receiving 120% of their original investment before any ongoing revenues are shared.)}
4. Backend Revenue Split: Upon full payout of the 120% return, financiers receive fifty percent (50%) of all subsequent Net Receipts.^{1450% Net Receipts Split: Per Section 5(e) of The Thing in the Hall Film Financing Agreement, upon full payment of investor recoupment and designated expenses/deferments under Section 5(a)–(d), 100% of remaining Gross Receipts ("Net Receipts") are split 50% to the Company and 50% pro rata among Financiers based on their contribution to the Production Budget. (In plain English: Once all investors receive their 120% return, remaining Net Receipts are split 50/50 between the production company and the investor pool, with payouts shared proportionally based on each investor's contribution.)}

Have Questions? Let’s Connect

We deeply value the insight, alignment, and partnership of our investment community. If you are looking to secure a financing position in The Thing in the Hall or have specific questions regarding our production roadmap, securities offering, Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) parameters, or our financial structure, we would love to connect. Please use the link below to schedule a private video consultation via Calendly. We look forward to discussing how you can best participate in this round with us. Schedule a call