New Fan Film Series, Star Trek: New Era

[shapeshifter]

You seem to be a very guy!

What?

Kor

Borgminister was pointing out a 'typo', or Freudian slip as the case may be. Note space between "I'm a very" and "guy"....

but I'm more of a face to face trek talker, and with with this project a long with work I'm a very guy...

3rd, According to Cannon, Section 31 DID exist since the birth of the Federation.

CANON, not cannon.

This is a brilliant idea and a series that I have long wanted to see/be involved in but i agree with a number of posts here that the time may not be right to crowd fund this specially while CBS are suing another production. I also agree that NV-Phase II & Continues put episodes out without asking for funds thereby proving what they could do. It may be that you do not have funds for an episode but perhaps you should be tring to build sets and the crowd fund.(even part sets) I also have concerns about the use of "trek" items such as section 31 that just did not exist in the TMP period. All of this is holding me back from backing you.
Perhaps you should look at all the comments here and re-evaluate you plans so that the people who may back you are more comfortable doing so. I dont want to discourage you as I have long hope this idea would appear as a post TMP period fan film is full of possibilities

Just wondering, do you know the OP in real life? 'Cause your appearance feels like you are 'backup' for him. It's cool if so, just admit it. You don't want to get caught in a lie later.

As for the OP, I haven't decided, yet.

 

[Star Trek New Era]

Also regardless of what happens with this first campaign this project will go on... It'll just take a LOT more time!

 

[Star Trek New Era]

First off we know one one personally on this site, at least as far as we know...

And if all you've got is spelling mistakes and a missing word to tag on then yes you're trolling and deserve no more of my attention... We started this post to engage in adult conversations and debates... And if possible support for our project! There's no need to go childish!

 

[Richard Baker]

To be fair this site specializes in nitpicking, rivet counting and examining everything with a critical eye- nothing personal, just the way it is.

 

[Star Trek New Era]

I'm not taking it personal just saying it's pretty childish! Star Trek is IDIC and hope and supporting one another! Not hey you spelled that wrong so your project must suck! I think a lot of Star Trek fans have forgotten that since they can sit back behind a computer, pretend they are someone they aren't and bitch about anything they want with no repercussions.... It's sad but true! And actually kind of funny

 

[USS Intrepid]

There is nothing in your pitch so far that compels me to donate (and I've donated to quite a few). If you're going to ask people for 150K I'd strongly suggest you need to show us why we should support your film, not tell us. An interesting premise and strong pitch will work wonders. People with a proven track record and ability to deliver would also help. Accusing people of trolling won't.

As others have said, take a look at some successful (and not so successful) crowd-funders. See what works and what doesn't.

 

[JD]

Again, this project is just starting out... We appreciate any support of any kind and understand if you don't want too!

Also it sounds like trolling to me

If you are just starting out, then maybe you should have waited until you had a bit more work done, and could really show what you are capable of, or at least given people something that assures them that you will be able to do what you say you can.
I'm really not trying to be rude, or attack you here, but IMO you really have nothing to prove that you can do what you say you can. Anybody can put together a pitch and ask for money, but not everybody can actually make a quality product.

It's also worth keeping in mind that people are going to probably be a lot more cautious right now after the whole Axanar situation. I understand you are probably anxious and excited about your project, but it's not the greatest timing on your part.

 

[Tom]

Another thing you really need to do is network, you need to connect to the type of people that do these productions and get advice and/or help from them. One thing that is common with some of our big productions is some of the crew of one production will work on another, etc, etc.. STR, for example, had crewmembers who worked with STC, STNV, Horizon, Prelude to Axanar, Capt Pike, etc.. Networking and associating with other fan film makers really helps in so many ways I can't count.

 

[Star Trek New Era]

Thank you! Were actually already doing that but it's great advice!

 

[Phoenix219]

First off we know one one personally on this site, at least as far as we know...

And if all you've got is spelling mistakes and a missing word to tag on then yes you're trolling and deserve no more of my attention... We started this post to engage in adult conversations and debates... And if possible support for our project! There's no need to go childish!

Accusing the people you asked for money of trolling is pretty childish, too.

If you are trying to portray yourself as a professional outfit, then yes, missing words and spelling mistakes absolutely reflect the intelligence, time, care and professionalism of your work. If you can't take the time to look proper with nothing at stake, why would anyone think you capable of producing what you claim to want to do?

And if you actually find a way to build the proper sets and get the timeframe down proper and have an early 80s aesthetic, why in the world would you want to bog that done with 90s-2000s next gen stuff like Section 31 and Away Teams? That stuff didn't exist at the time of your proposed setting, and that setting *IS* the *ONE* draw to your production. Don't dilute yourself.

 

[USS Intrepid]

I understand why this sort of response is frustrating. You have what you think is a great idea and you just want to share your enthusiasm. I get that.

But there are people here who have done this sort of thing,Tom for instance, or Greg, who could advise you in crowdfunding. Or Maurice, who has a wealth of experience in the technical and organisational side of things.

Don't assume people are down on your idea because you're not getting the response you thought you'd hoped for. The simple fact is folks are getting tired of these crowdfunders, and if you're going to succeed you really need to blow people away and offer something fresh. You need a pitch, a resume. You may have all of those, but you're not using them, and I think you need to.

Best of luck.

 

[Maurice]

^^^This, that and some other things.

A project with no names attached by unknown people with no listed track record of accomplishment doesn't scream "back me", especially not to the tune of $.15mil.

As I always say, if a supposed filmmaker can't or can't be bothered to make a good pitch video why the Hell would you believe them capable of actually making a film, which is 1000x more complex.

 

[Solarbaby]

I like the idea and I hope this succeeds. I hate the name. From the story synopsis it doesn't sound like a new era. It sounds like a looming war with the Klingons or Romulans. Also why would Admiral Kirk lead a 5 year mission? He's an Admiral so he doesn't get to fly around the galaxy anymore. Spock was the captain in TWOK and Kirk temporarily assumed command through necessity.

 

[Star Trek New Era]

True but if you look at the dates given for both movies coupled with the fact that Kirk was intent on keeping the Enterprise a few assumptions can be made...

Also Mike Okuda who wrote the Star Trek chronology says Kirk went on a 2nd 5 year mission before the Enterprise was retired to academy training duties with Spock in command!

 

[USS Intrepid]

There are also a number of novels based around the idea of a second five year mission under Kirk, which pre-dates the Okuda timeline. I agree it's an era that would be interesting to explore.

 

[FredH]

Pretty much what others have said: I would love to see this series and this period, and encourage you to do it -- but a single CGI demo reel (of footage we've mostly already seen on film!), with no names or references beyond your own website, just isn't enough to risk Indiegogo money on.

 

[Maurice]

Just because I decided to give this the benefit of the doubt I peeked at the website and Facebook page. It's absolutely devoid of content, let alone anything indicating that anyone with any filmmaking experience is involved. I think we're done here. At least I am.

 

[Tom]

Just wanted to point out this indiegogo Star Trek scam:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/star-trek-sulu#/

(sorry Greg for the link, not promoting it, just using it as an example)

Here is a delusion fan asking for 200k fro make a Sulu TV series. He cant even spell Excelsior correctly on the reward levels.

My point is, if you need to separate yourself from people like these if you are truly serious about making a fan series. Of course Indiegogo is like the slut of crowd funding for even allowing some of these jems (like the one above) to be put on there site.

 

[RCAM]

Just wanted to point out this indiegogo Star Trek scam:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/star-trek-sulu#/

(sorry Greg for the link, not promoting it, just using it as an example)

Here is a delusion fan asking for 200k fro make a Sulu TV series. He cant even spell Excelsior correctly on the reward levels.

My point is, if you need to separate yourself from people like these if you are truly serious about making a fan series. Of course Indiegogo is like the slut of crowd funding for even allowing some of these jems (like the one above) to be put on there site.

I love his assumption that George Takei will jump on board at his convenience. Some good laugh lines in there, but my favorite has to be:

A once in lifetime event.

• In an age that moves so fast, now is the time to create this unique masterpiece.

 

[Kor]

I love his assumption that George Takei will jump on board at his convenience. Some good laugh lines in there, but my favorite has to be:

A once in lifetime event.

• In an age that moves so fast, now is the time to create this unique masterpiece.

I see that somebody has pledged $1. Only $199,999 to go!

Kor