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Press Contact
Michael Ramova
Redvolver Studios
Chicago, IL 60628
(708) 833-2364
[email protected]
Logline
TWO SISTERS WITH THE HELP OF A
HUNTER VENTURE DEEP INTO THE
WOODS TO INVESTIGATE A SMALL TOWN
LEGEND.
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Redvolver Studios Presents
World Premiere
Date/Time/Venue
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015/5:30pm/The Logan Theatre
Venue Address
2646 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Event Details
About The Film
Production Type Feature Film
Runtime 80 Minutes
GenreThriller
Completon Date August 5, 2015
Production Budget
$500
Language English
Country of Origin United States
Country of Filming
United States
Format Digital, 16:9 Aspect Ratio, Color
LinksWebsite www.Ramova.com
Twitter www.Twitter.com/Ramova
Facebook www.Facebook.com/Ramova.Films
Instagram www.Instagram.com/RedvolverStudios
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SYNOPSIS (100 words)
Riley Rey feeds her interest in cryptozoology with a steady stream of video uploads and the
help of her older sister, Rebecca, who plans to be the next hit cinematographer. With a YouTube channel featuring the usual ghost hauntings and UFO videos, Riley decides it’s time to up
the ante. In an effort to increase viewership, the two sisters hire the help of Greg, a seasoned
tracker with a murky past. He guides the girls on an adventure to investigate Chanoc a small
town legend. Through adversity and conflict, they discover the secrets of the Panteon Woods,
but never return.
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SYNOPSIS (250 words)
Riley Rey is as fun and sweet as she is smart. She feeds her interest in cryptozoology with a
steady stream of video uploads. Riley teams up with her older sister, Rebecca, who plans to be
the next hit cinematographer working for networks like The Travel Channel and Discovery.
Rebecca has a sassy and rebellious spirit with liberal views. Together they manage a YouTube
channel with a cult following that features a collection of videos ranging from UFO sightings to
hauntings in abandonded buildings. Riley decides it’s time to up the ante. In an effort to
increase viewership, the two sisters set out to investigate Chanoc, small town legend that
haunts their town of Moonsua. Rumors of an elusive werewolf roaming the Panteon Woods is
too tempting for Riley and Rebecca to ignore.
The girls hire Greg, a seasoned tracker and hunter with a murky past. He’s tasked with
guiding and protecting Riley and Rebecca as they investigate the woods. Greg is a conservative
red blooded American who loves a good adventure. He’s a well known character in the
community thanks to an eccentric lifestlye and a shady stint in jail. The trio’s personal
differences complicate their journey, but through the excitement of their adventure and
isolation from society, the group unites in time to confront the dangers in the forest. The group
films every moment in hopes of capturing visual evidence of the legend’s truth. The girls never
imagined their adventure would become another mystery of the Panteon Woods.
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DIRECTOR
MICHAEL RAMOVA
WRITER/DIRECTOR/CINEMATOGRAPHER/EDITOR
Award winning Director Michael Ramova has been a professional filmmaker for the past 18 years. As creator of
Redvolver Studios Ramova wears many hats, but is most recognized for directing, writing, cinematography, and
editing.
Born and raised in Chicago, Michael Studied at Loyola University and Columbia College, and in an effort to branch
out, Ramova moved to Mexico City to work with Televisa and TV Azteca as writer/screenwriter from 2000-2001.
In 2007, Ramova reached the Top 100 semi-finalists in the filmmaking reality series “On The Lot,” produced by
Steven Spielberg and Mark Burnett. Short film Don’t go in the Endor Woods won Best Parody by George Lucas/
Atom Films in 2008 and Audience Choice at Polygrind in 2010. Other notable works include the Short film Sound of
Glory, which won Best Director and Best Story at Gorilla Tango Film Festival in 2010 and Axel Crow, which won 3rd
Place in Horrorbid’s 2011 Slasher Film Contest.
The work of Redvolver Studios has been broadcast on networks like Spike TV, Comedy Central and WTTW, as well
as screened in theaters around the world. Today, Ramova is focusing on creating feature length film productions in
the Chicagoland area.
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CAST
HEATHER JANE FARR
NIXON VICCI
Heather started acting at age five and eventually
A Tromatte worthy of a Scorsese set, with a passion
made a name for herself on Cleveland stages in such
for power drills.
AS RILEY REY
AS REBECCA REY
roles as Annie in Annie, Mary Tilford in The
Children’s Hour, Anne Frank in The Diary of Anne
Frank, and Luisa in The Fantasticks.
She then went on to study Music Theatre
Performance at Sheridan College in Oakville,
Ontario. While in Canada, she discovered a love for
film acting and took additional classes in Toronto at
Armstrong Acting Studios. She now lives in Madison,
Wisconsin with her fiancée, where she acts on both
stage and screen and experiments with writing and
directing.
Farr won the Best Supporting Actress and Best
Directing awards from the Cleveland 48 Hour Film
Festival (2014), Best Featured Actress in a Comedy
Bartell Theatre Award (2015), and recently
nominated for Madison Magazine’s Best Local Actor.
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CAST
RICHARD WOTKUN
AS GREGORY BLACKROT
Richard Wotkun has enjoyed acting in local Indie
Films, performed in community theater, and has
played the role of extra in a variety of television
shows.
Wotkun lives with his wife Cindy in Highland,
Indiana. He can often be seen performing at
Beatnicks On Conkey and Paul Henry’s in Hammond,
Indiana. He is currently represented by De Santis
Agency.
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10 FAQ’S OF MICHAEL RAMOVA
DURING THE MAKING OF PANTEON WOODS
WHAT INSPIRED THE SCRIPT FOR PANTEON WOODS?
The film was inspired by personal real life events that I experienced when I was younger. I have a great interest in
cryptozoology and wanted to weave together a story that combines mystery with a message about where we are as
a society.
DO YOU BELIEVE IN WEREWOLVES?
I do! About 10 years ago while driving through the Midwest, I saw two abnormally large pure white wolves on the
side of the road (one eating roadkill). The sight was startling and unusual. It definitely made me question what else
might be out there.
HOW LONG DID THE SHOOTING TAKE PLACE?
We shot during the fall between August and September. It took just 6 days of filming from 11am to dusk.
WHAT WAS THE MOST DIFFICULT SCENE TO SHOOT?
The last day was a diffucult day, more so due to weather. We were shooting an outhouse scene on an
exceptionally cold fall day. There was light snow, and we were all sitting down on the concrete, freezing as we
worked out this scene to perfection.
WHERE WAS THE FILM SHOT?
The film is shot in a variety of locations. I live in the Pullman Historic District in Chicago, so some scenes take place
right outside my door so to speak. We also shot at Starved Rock State Park, Peoria, and Naperville, IL.
WHAT DO YOU HOPE PEOPLE TAKE AWAY FROM THE FILM?
I meant for the film to serve as a mirror. Regardless of your background, politics or creed, I want the audience to
walk away thinking, perhaps evaluating themselves, not the film.
HOW WERE YOUR CHARACTERS DEVELOPED?
All the characters in the film are variations of myself. Doesn’t matter female/male, child or adult. Each represents a
point of view that I have.
WERE THERE EVER ANY MOMENTS ON SET THAT WERE TRULY TERRIFYING?
I shot some of the footage alone, after hours. I have to say, recording sound in the middle of the woods at
midnight with nothing but my microphone, headphones, and a flashlight was surprisingly terrifying. There were
some strange sounds recorded that night, and it really brought the film to life.
WHY SHOOT A CINÉMA VÉRITÉ FILM?
I decided to shoot this film cinéma vérité after encountering quite a few setbacks with the budget. There was
literally no money, just an idea and a script. I thought to myself, “I just want to shoot this thing, and I have a lot to
say.” It worked out for the best. If the film had been shot as a glossy production, it would have lacked the realism I
was going for.
WHAT WAS IT LIKE ON SET WORKING WITH THE CAST?
Most days were spent with Heather, Nixon, and Richard outside in the elements. They were such troopers enduring
the unpredictable temperatures, mosquitos, and early snow. They made it fun and easy.
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PRODUCTION STILLS
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PRODUCTION STILLS
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CREDITS
REDVOVLER STUDIOS presents
A film Directed, Written, Filmed, Produced, Edited by
Michael Ramova
STARRING
Riley Rey Heather Jane Farr
Gregory Blackrot Richard Wotkun
Rebecca Rey Nixon Vicci
Susan Sandwater
Mark
Professor Memelovsky
Wilfred Drummond
Axel Crow
Janet
Maria
Johnny
Rocky
Gonzo
Randy
Pañuelos
WITH
Chris Swensen
Steve Christopher
Joe DeBartolo
Mike Welch
Frank Sjodin
Ali McGarel
Gatuxitha Ramirez
David Sanchez
Roque Torres
Gonzalo Lopez
Randy Witte
Benny Ferrer
MUSIC BY
Malamen, Lyrics by Italia
“Simulacres”
From the album Eternal Lights From Shadows, 2013
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Cal-Harbor Restaurant & Lounge of Pullman, Chicago
ACME Books & Comics of Peoria, IL
Phyllis Christopher
JB Daniel
The Pullman Historic District Community
FOR PRESS INQUIRIES, CONTACT
Michael Ramova
Redvolver Studios
Chicago, IL 60628
(708) 833-2364
[email protected]
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