False Take Films

12/12/2024

Only a few days left to watch and vote for Spark Plug in Mometu's short film competition! 30 films will be shaved down to 10, so we need every view and vote we can get! If you've already watched, watch again! Thank you to all who have helped this short turn into what it is today!

Watch Spark Plug: watch.mometu.com/short/spark-plug

Vote for Spark Plug: contest.mometu.com/2024

Spark Plug Spark Plug 0:12:22 / 2024 / NR The remains of a broken relationship are tested when Emma must turn to her ex Oliver to help fix her car Genres Drama Romance Road Film Buddy Film Director(s) Cole J Sheldon Actor(s) Gabrielle Johnsen Terry King More from Drama Recommended

11/12/2024

Five More Minutes got a wonderful write up from Dementia Spring! We cannot wait to bring this story to life, and we’re so thankful to organizations like Dementia Spring for helping bring awareness to artists who are tackling this difficult subject.

Filmmaker writes a script to explain to his daughter where Grandpa goes in his mind as a person living with dementia

11/09/2024

After dozens of auditions and hard deliberation, our cast for Five More Minutes is set and eager to get started! We can’t wait to see them bring this story to life!

11/01/2024

Have you had the chance to check out Spark Plug yet? What did you think? Let us know!

The willfully neglected remains of a shattered relationship are tested when Emma has no choice but to ask for Oliver's help to fix her car.Starring Gabrielle...

10/21/2024

Don't forget to check out Spark Plug today! Live now on Film Shortage!

10/20/2024

Our short film Spark Plug is now live on Film Shortage! So excited to finally be sharing this film! Check it out!

So close to escaping her hometown, Emma can't believe her car has broken down. Her calls for help have all gone unanswered,

10/08/2024

We are excited to finally be able to share some info on our next short film project, Five More Minutes. A fantasy film that takes inspiration from the family & fantasy films of the 90’s, it explores the mind and memories of a woman who is living with dementia.

Logline:

Sophia is having the picture perfect summer day, and the perfection tells her that something is off. After an amazing day and her favorite dinner, Sophia knows what she must sacrifice to set things right.

We are currently gathering emails in advance of the launch of our Seed&Spark campaign. If the project sounds intriguing to you, check out our website to learn more about the inspiration for the story. If the story or the inspiration for the story appeals to you or anyone you know, please consider signing up for our mailing list to be in the know for fundraising opportunities!

falsetakefilms.com/five-more-minutes

10/06/2024

Check this out! A highlight of our recent news about Spark Plug's release! Also, a great shout out to our next project about the mind and memories of someone who is living with dementia, Five More Minutes!

Learn more about how you can help us making this film a reality! falsetakefilms.com/five-more-minutes

Cole Sheldon Award-winning filmmaker to see work featured on a streaming platform. Spark Plug is an expression of things left unsaid. It was born as a study of how two people can both be right, and also so wrong.”— Cole Sheldon, FilmmakerSHEBOYGAN, WI, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2024 /EINPresswir...

10/02/2024

Spark Plug Release Date Announcement!

Excited to announce that Spark Plug will officially release on Oct 20th in partnership with Film Shortage! The film will be exclusively available on Film Shortage’s social platforms on launch day, with a wider online release in the days to follow!

We can’t wait for everyone to see this film!

09/19/2024

More great news! Spark Plug has been received the “Independent Spirit Award” from The Basin Short Film Festival hosted by CREATE Portage County! Looking forward to the screenings on October 10th & 11th!

Here is what the judges had to say regarding Spark Plug:

“Excellent cinematography, directing, and grading. Script is nuanced and grounded… Performances really shine through in moments without dialogue.”

09/12/2024

We could not be happier about the reception Spark Plug has received during it's festival run! Thank you to MKE Short Film Fest for putting together such a great festival. We were happy to be a part of it!

We have plenty more screenings of Spark Plug coming up all over the state! If you haven't had the chance to see it yet, keep an eye out for future dates!

09/10/2024

Sick of Spark Plug festival news? We hope not!

Spark Plug heads across Lake Michigan to hit the big screen again this Saturday at the Saugatuck Film Fest! Excited to be a part of this year’s lineup!

09/04/2024

More festival news! November is filling up quickly for us as we add a trip to Mineral Point to our calendar for the 2024 Driftless Film Festival! We can’t wait for this one!

09/03/2024

We're excited to be a part of the Lake County Film Festival this November! The lineup is packed with amazing shorts & features that you won't want to miss!

Also, a very happy early birthday to Terry King! We're thankful that you chose to take on Oliver's character!

More festival news coming soon!

08/15/2024

Casting Call for Short Film - Five More Minutes
Production Location: Southeastern WI, exact location TBD

This is a paid role, rates TBD based on final budget. Union & Non-Union submissions will be considered.
Casting will be finalized by EOY 2024.

Please email reels, headshots, and resumes to [email protected].
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