With the end of the Social Media Massacre, Ron Purtee has just unveiled the trailer for his new short film, LOVE IS NOT ENOUGH, starring Tina Renee Grace as Amy. She loves Danny (Brandon Nichols) with all of her heart, but sometimes love is just not enough.
LOVE IS NOT ENOUGH is a dark morality tale about the consequences of infidelity.
Purtee's idea is to create short films based within the confines of our online social world, a series of vignettes that are confined by the limitations of the single camera set up. So far we have been treated to murder, suicide and envy fueled revenge, a steady build up of creeping terror preparing us for this journey into the mind of twisted lovers, brought to life on the screen by talented newcomers Shaun McGregor and Nikki Farce.
Anyone familiar with Charles' writing will know he has no qualms with crossing the lines of good taste and he does so here with what seems to be a knowing smile on his face, penning a script that manages to rub taste's nose in the dark stench of Taboo's darkest areas.
Unnerving, unsettling and already quoted as being “Totally effed up”... Here is From the Heart:
INSIDE is the story of Christie. Her past is catching up to her and this time, the truth won't set her free.
"Oddly enough, we have Joe Lynch to thank for this.". Purtee said. "I won a contest through the Knights of Badassdom twitter and one of the prizes was a signed copy of Hammerhead. Garry and I became friends and I knew I had to work with him."
Charles added, " Having kept an eye on his Social Media Massacre I was honored when he proposed we work together on a project, something that attempted to mindf**k the audience... And so we have "INSIDE" a slice of horror that will hopefully wedge itself in your mind and keep you asking questions long after you've watched it."
INSIDE will begin shooting in June and is starring Deneen Melody (Slices of Life, Songs of the Shattered) as Christie
Racine, Wisconsin, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) April 1, 2011 -- Coming this Summer from creators Shaun McGregor and Ron Purtee(The Social Media Massacre) comes a brand new web series that gives a new look into the world of hired killing.
GRAY SKIES follows Chuck and Shaun as they go from job to job, leaving a pile of bodies in the process. The only problem is now they have to contend with a spunky reporter and her camera man following their every mood and picking up on the fact that these may not be the most together hitmen on the planet.
"Shaun and I went through a few different things that we could do with this project", Purtee said. "and we couldn't figure out a way to describe the project in a fresh in way. Then we decided that based on the characters, this is like if Deadpool and The Punisher teamed up to do hits and just happened to be on The Office."
Production on the series starts in May, with the main characters already being cast. Chuck will be played by Charlie Bussian from The Social Media Massacre and Becoming Undead, while Shaun will be played by series creator Shaun McGregor. Episodes will be co-scripted and directed by Ron Purtee.
In the coming weeks you can find out more about GRAY SKIES at theycallmeron.com
While most people scour the Internet and movie news sites looking for the "next great movie" that's coming out, I just kinda hang back and keep an eye on the indie scene. As far as I'm concerned that's where the greatness is coming from these days. After all, wasn't Hatchet just an indie glimmer in Adam Green's eye when it came about? Or how about Feast, Pontypool, Ginger Snaps, Eden Lake, May or one of my new faves, Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon? The list could literally go on and on. Watch any of these films and you will see what a micro budget, some imagination and a little hard work can deliver. It's getting to a point where I don't even go to the theater for big studio horror anymore. What's the point? It's all over done, re-done or just plain done. There's absolutely nothing original coming out of H-Wood anymore. At least not as far as horror goes. I'd rather just wait for a screener or DVD release and kick back at home with a few friends (who am I kidding, I don't have friends) and a little alcohol. Don't get me wrong, indie horror has it's share of stinkers too but when a gem like one of the aforementioned films comes around... instant gratification.
I'm quickly becoming aware of the effort that goes into a micro budget film be it short or feature length and I'm gaining a new respect for the people that make it happen. From directors/producers who put in their own money to actors who put their best face forward on a strictly no/low paying gig.
Raymond Did It is a slasher film in the tradition of Halloween and Prom Night. When twelve-year-old Bryce Rourke is accidentally killed in a playground scuffle, his friends decide to blame Bryce's developmentally delayed older brother for the accident. Raymond is taken to a state hospital while the true killer walks free. Six years later, Raymond escapes from the hospital to seek bloody revenge for his brother's death.
This is not your typical indie horror cast. Lindsay Felton from VH1’s Scream Queens plays Tammy, who was Raymond's only friend and the only one who had any remorse whatsoever about Bryce's death. Also from Scream Queens, Jessica Palette appears as Jayme, and horror veteran Elissa Dowling stars as the manipulative Paige. Newcomer Kyle Hoskins plays Raymond in his first feature-length film and he tears the screen up with his imposing 6'5" bulky stature. He's not really given much to say but just knowing the back story of the character, it's easy to sympathize with his character and it doesn't hurt that he pulls off the timid nature of Raymond pretty well.
Travis Legge pulls out (IMO) a very solid micro budget horror here. It doesn't have the normally shoddy sound that is infamous in these kinds of Indie films. The score is reminiscent of John Carpenter's original Halloween. (I can think of one shot in particular that brought me right back to the streets of Haddonfield.) The down side, there are a couple of choppy scenes (not overly noticable) and one or two rushed kills but the gore makes up for it. One little hint... washing machine. Not to mention the ending kinda leaves it open for a sequel. Will there be a sequel Mr. Legge?? C'mon, you can tell me.
In my opinion Legge has created one of those gems that come along every so often and he's someone who will do very well amongst the horror fiends and I for one can't wait to see what he does next..... Perhaps The Social Media Massacre with me?? Time will tell.
I am extremely pleased to announce some amazing news to all you freaks out there... well I think it is anyway!!
The very talented, quickly on his way to the top, Indie producer/director Ron Purtee has brought yours truly on board to write an episode for his new web series based on his short The Social Media Massacre. As of today he has script in hand but no word yet on when shooting will begin.
There aren't any words to describe how happy I am to be a part of his team and I look forward to working with him!
Want to know more about Ron Purtee? He's been featured in several articles on Dread Central, all of which you can find here. To keep up with the progress of the web series be sure and check out thesocialmediamassacre.com. And for everything Ron Purtee, you can find him on twitter and Facebook!
