Brauer Productions, Inc.

02/04/2024

Community film!!!

12/13/2023

Rich Brauer’s new Hitchcock style movie ‘The DJ on Wallaker Hill’ that was shot in northern Michigan during a raging winter blizzard in February, is now ready for its first public viewing! The Garden Theater in Frankfort is hosting this special event on December 28th at 7:30pm. https://gardentheater.org/upcoming-events
Brauer will be on hand for a Q&A following the 90 minute film. It would likely have a PG-13 rating.
Interior filming was on a set built to replicate a 1963 AM radio station. The set was constructed by nine students from the CONSTRUCTION TRADES curriculum at the Northwest Education Services Career Tech. “Giving students the chance to work on different aspects of film production is a critical part of our normal protocol’ says writer/director Rich Brauer. “We also had four students from their FILM AND NEW MEDIA department on set during filming to assist our professional crew. Mentoring was everywhere!”
Brauer has produced and directed ten feature films, all shot in northern Michigan. Brauer adds “Not only do we make a movie, but we make a lot of friends”. Brauer was named Michigan Filmmaker of the year in 2009. A portion of the proceeds from this screening will be donated to COGNITION, Beulah’s Science and Discovery Center. Watch the trailer at www.brauer.com
The Story:
The DJ on Wallaker Hill
It’s Christmas eve, 1963. A winter blizzard rages outside the tiny hilltop radio station in Michigan’s remote upper peninsula. The lone DJ just wants to finish his shift at midnight and go home.
Things change when the telephone repairman appears. The DJ tries his best to ignore him, which is increasingly difficult since the man won’t leave.
The drama that follows, contained within the cramped walls of the station, unravels the challenge that making the distinction between citizen and criminal can be a difficult and perhaps impossible task.
Johnny gets more for Christmas than he bargained for.
Contact: Rich Brauer c/o Brauer Productions, Inc. 231-632-6613 [email protected] brauer.com

11/20/2023

Check out the trailer for our latest feature film: 'The DJ on Wallaker Hill'.

05/05/2023

Hey everyone! My land stewardship drama was selected to be part of this 'Made in Michigan' series. Should be especially cool because of the support from the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and the Leelanau Conservancy. A lively Q & A will follow. Watch Ernest Borgnine in what he said was one of his favorite roles!

04/17/2023

Hello everyone!! In case you haven't heard, we're hosting a one-time public screening of our latest feature film "FROZEN STUPID2:OPEN WATER' this coming Wednesday at the glorious State Theater in Traverse City at 7pm. It's a fun comedy based on obsessive fishermen who against all odds, find loving support from their community of friends and wives. Go to the State Theater website for more info: https://Stateandbijou.org/ The original FROZEN STUPID starred the late and wonderful actor Ernest Borgnine. Most of the original cast returned for #2!! Come support independent Michigan cinema and have some feel good fun with us!

03/16/2023

We're in production of our latest film 'The DJ on Wallaker Hill'. We wrap next week. Takes place in 1963 during a blizzard on Christmas eve in the U.P. The cast and crew are troopers!!!

02/14/2023

https://youtu.be/iQ4atVYgGyI

Independent film maker Rich Brauer offers an inside glimpse into the magical world of film making. Not only does he share what makes a film set joyful, but ...

12/17/2022

We know him in these parts as the writer, director, and producer of the exciting Dogman movies. But storytelling is the actual passion that drives a Brauer Productions, Inc. project—and Dogman is only one of many stories that local filmmaker Rich Brauer has told through his lens.

And it all started here in Benzie County a few decades ago...

“I had just finished 6th grade and was in Beulah for the summer,” he recalls. “I watched a great movie, 'The Blue Max,' at the Crystal Theater [now a vacant lot] and was inspired to become a filmmaker right then and there.”

Want to learn more about the Dogmen pictured here? Click to read Kelly Hoover Ottinger's profile on Rich Brauer: https://bit.ly/3jc55aU .

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Also mentioned: Brooks Institute of Photography, Pure Michigan, 20th Century Studios, HISTORY Channel, Animal Planet, U.S. Coast Guard, National Park Service, MTV, Subway, Chrysler, Traverse City Film Festival, Inland Seas Education Association, Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Governor Rick Snyder, Senator Adam Hollier, The Grand Rapids Press, WTCM Radio, Corner Pub

10/03/2022

We've got your horror movie favorites on DVD, as well as scary and not-so-scary books for all ages...and species. Thanks again for letting the Dogman out to play at the library.

08/11/2021

I finished 3 screenplays during the pandemic. Anxious to get the cast and crew together for more adventure! 🎬🎬🤪

07/11/2021

Amazing news! Frozen Stupid2:Open Water was just selected as a FINALIST by the Toronto Independent Film Festival! Stay tuned!!

IMDb qualifier's Toronto Independent Festival of CIFT was established in Toronto in 2015. In the short span of time, it became a well-recognized internationa...

01/05/2021

Thank you for the coverage 9&10 News!

Frozen Stupid 2 may not have our normal movie premiere but you can get it now on DVD or streaming online! Just head to www.brauer.com and pop the popcorn!

A northern Michigan filmmaker says COVID-19 is affecting his business too, and his latest film will have to skip the traditional big screen premiere and the fancy red carpet party. Rich Brauer is the filmmaker behind movies like “Dogman”, “Escanaba in da Moonlight”, and “Mr. Art Critic.”...

01/05/2021

Pop the popcorn! Our 9th film captured here in Michigan is finished! Shot in Houghton Lake, Michigan in September 2019, we were able to continue the editing process of our family-friendly comedy, Frozen Stupid 2, throughout 2020. We are ecstatic to announce that it is available on DVD or streaming online! We hope our movie brings you as much joy as it did us making it! A huge thank you to the cast and crew and the entire Roscommon County area for your enduring support.

buy a DVD from us or stream online by clicking the link below:
https://www.brauer.com/frozen-stupid-2

DVDS are also available for purchase at:

Horizon Bookstore in Traverse City

or in Houghton Lake at
- Lyman's on the Lake
- R&J's Marketplace
- Arnie's Crafts

Video Production, Commercials, Interviews, Filmmaker, Director, Gaffer, Lighting, Grip Truck   "Cameras don't shoot movies, people do." - R. Brauer

12/05/2020

"New legislation was presented in Michigan on Thursday that would give incentives to film production companies who operate in the state.

A base tax credit starting at 25% will be provided for in-state spending.

There would be an additional 5% given if a ‘Filmed in Michigan’ logo is included. The legislation was introduced by State Representative Robert Wittenberg who said it’s all about Michigan jobs."

https://www.9and10news.com/2020/12/03/proposed-legislation-could-improve-michigans-film-industry/

05/22/2020

Frozen Stupid2 is Picture Locked! We are so excited to share this Michigan made film with all of you this Summer/Fall! Check out the slideshow of movie and production stills in the meantime!
Stay safe.

https://www.brauer.com/frozen-stupid-2?pgid=k5jwrucd-c4ffde8d-29ae-4fff-a979-0fdae88696e0

Video Production, Commercials, Interviews, Filmmaker, Director, Gaffer, Lighting, Grip Truck   "Cameras don't shoot movies, people do." - R. Brauer

10/30/2019

It was 3 years ago today that my long time editor Bob Tomlinson passed away to the CMX console in the sky. . He was with me full-time for 25 years!!! Almost everything I produced during those years was touched by his creativity and engineering skill. He edited a dozen feature films and 100's of commercials and documentaries. He is missed.

10/10/2019

I am so happy to announce that we have wrapped filming of our latest feature film comedy Frozen Stupid2:Open Water. Most of the professional actors from the original film, produced in 2006 returned and my crew was excited once again to bring this timeless family friendly comedy sequel to life!

When we came to Roscommon County to make the original Frozen Stupid movie, we made the film, but also made a lot of friends! Highlighting a Michigan community is a lot of fun for everyone and the economic impact was welcome. We produced this film because we were blessed with wide community support.

In addition to our professional crew, we had interns from several colleges who were given the opportunity to have ‘experiential learning’ on set. They now see where they might fit in their future career choices in the filmmaking industry. Look for a screening in early 2020!!

09/27/2019

Here is the link to all three articles from the Resorter!
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https://www.houghtonlakeresorter.com/?s=frozen+stupid2

09/24/2019

And that's a WRAP!!

The Houghton Lake Resorter covered the filming of Frozen Stupid 2 from start to finish - totalling 3 articles over the 2 1/2 week film shoot. Here is a link to their first article!

You can get one free week of the Resorter by subscribing and entering in the Coupon Code 1FreeWeek! Thanks Brian!

By Cheryl Holladay and Krista Tacey-Cater Filming for "Frozen Stupid2: Open Water," began last week at Houghton Lake. Traverse City filmmaker and director Rich Brauer and his crew began film

04/26/2019

What are you doing next Monday?!
Our community-made short film "Sheets of Sand" is premiere at the State Theater in Traverse City with a look Behind-the-Scenes and a Q and A after the film with the cast and crew!!
The $5 ticket price will be split between 3 non-profits: The Disability Network, Project Cinema MI and The State Theater. This event is from 6:00-7:00p on Monday the 29th. Join us for a night of supporting community arts!

03/18/2019

Hello again friends!
As you may have heard, we received several large private donations towards the making of the feature film Frozen Stupid2: Open Water!!!! A sequel to the original cult classic FROZEN STUPID. Not quite enough to fund it, but this, and the overwhelming show of support over the past year made us realize that we must keep moving forward on this project, using any and all resources we receive from our fans.
We continue to offer intern positions for Michigan film students on our crew, even more so than on our other films.
But we still need your financial help, and are offering fun perks!!! (see below) We need to wrap up this fundraising part of the project right away, so please jump in as soon as you can!!
Here’s how to do it:
1) Mail your check to: Brauer Productions, 109 S. Union St. Suite #303 Traverse City, MI 49684 Or
2) PayPal to [email protected]
(either way, earmarked for FS2)
We are scheduling the filming for September 2019 with the original cast returning. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your support and encouragement. This film, like the original Frozen Stupid, promises to offer much needed fun family entertainment!! Based on the original film, we even have support from the Dove Foundation!

To see the full list of swag being offered at different $$ levels go to our website: https://www.brauer.com/frozen-stupid-2

Hey, you could even be in the movie!
I couldn’t do this without you.
Sincerely,
Rich Brauer
Writer/Director

231-941-0850 o
231-632-6613 c
[email protected]

03/12/2019

Rich speaking for the Maritime Heritage Alliance about the passion of sailing and preserving the history of the Great Lakes

02/05/2019

Our Kickstarter campaign just ended and although we didn't hit our fundraising goal, we were continually encouraged by everyone we met throughout this campaign to make Frozen Stupid 2 . We have a brainstorm that we are working on, so standby...
Thank you to everyone who pledged their support to me, my team and this Northern Michigan project!

02/02/2019

Michelle Mountain, aka Lila from Frozen Stupid, gave a shout out for the crowdfunding campaign...check it out!

02/02/2019

Kimberly Guerrero, from Frozen Stupid, gives a shout out to Northern Michigan.

02/01/2019

***EXCLUSIVE***Only two available!***
Pro Fisherman Mark Martin has jumped in and offered to add a super cool perk to our Kickstarter! Limited quantity! Only two rewards offered! Head to the campaign page to check out the details: http://kck.st/2ULFuEW

Ever wondered how Pro Fisherman Mark Martin catches all those lunkers? Ever wonder what it would be like to be in a movie? WELL! Here's your chance to find out!
Join Mark Martin on his boat for one scene during the filming of Frozen Stupid2 on Houghton Lake, Michigan! Not only will you be a featured extra in the film, but Mark will also drop lines in the water with you and share his fishing tips and years of experience and wisdom!

Mark Martin is a legend. Capt. Mark Martin is the 1990 Professional Walleye Trail WORLD CHAMPION. In his home state of Michigan he’s been called “Mr. Walleye at Night”, averaging more than 600 walleye per season in the 6 to 12 pound range. Mark has been fishing for over 49 years, 30 years in tournament fishing. The largest Walleye Mark has brought in is 14 pounds 1 ounce. His favorite jig types are Northland Fireball or Whistler Jig and Blue Fox Standup and Slider Jigs. He also likes long walks on the beach.

Learn more about Mark here: http://www.markmartins.net and follow him on Facebook

01/31/2019

Mark Martin is a champion in the fishing world and has a part written for him in FROZEN STUPID2, so if you like fishing, laughing, Michigan and family movies, then make a pledge right now to green light this once in a lifetime project!!! http://kck.st/2ULFuEW

01/29/2019

Thank you Houghton Lake And Tip Up Town! The way you welcomed our filmmaking crew was overwhelming and humbling. From youngsters reciting lines from our first Frozen Stupid movie to the fishermen that were extras during the filming in 2006 to the cottage owners who play the movie on loop when the family all congregates for the weekend ... we thank you all for stopping by our booth and saying hello. It is for you, because of you, that we want to come back to Houghton Lake to make another fishing comedy. The resourcefulness of the community is admirable. Here’s to hoping our fundraising campaign is successful and we get to infuse that money into Roscommon County! Visit www.brauer.com to learn more about the cool perks being offered... and hey, you could even end up in the movie!

01/29/2019

7 days left on our crowdfunding campaign! Check out the perks offered to backers like pre-order the movie, get your name in the credits, visit the film set or hey, you could even end up in the movie! Here is the link to the campaign page: http://kck.st/2ULFuEW Visit www.brauer.com to see more about the 10+ feature films we have produced.

01/26/2019

Last weekend of Tip Up Town! And 10 days left in our crowdfunding campaign to film Frozen Stupid 2, a comedy about fishing in Houghton Lake, Michigan! Check out all the cool perks at www.brauer.com