Halo: The Fallen (Short Film)

[xerxes sangco]

Thanks Pack Hunter!

I'll definitely keep you posted once the actual film gets going. Right now I'm mainly focusing on the vfx teaser as that will be the foundation of this project.

Trooper0621

Like I mentioned in an earlier post, when I get a project going, I get it going

Spacemeat

Right now I'm just trying to get people on board for the vfx teaser. The teaser will involve about 2-3 people.

For the actual film, since I'm starting to get more people with marine builds interested, I'm leaning towards doing my story with Marines.

But stuff happens and right now nothing is set in stone so we'll keep in touch! :cool

 

[Pappa Midnight]

This sounds awesome, Ive had the idea that if we ( 405th members) got together and shared our knoweldge / skills we could put together a brilliant and beautiful production. Ive also been thinking...
... not everyone can make it out to califorinia but if there were several stories (perspectives) to be told they could be made all over the nation and composited/ produced under one title. this would not only give everyone the chance to work on a production but it would also give them the oportunity to hopefully work on a storyline that they were intrested in.
Seriously, it would be like spin off after spin off, with reaccuring roles and guest roles/characters from other storylines. Background stories could be full legnth storie that explain why the same character (from another 405th production) behave and react the way that they do. the posabilities are endless really. Consistancy is the key.
I've dabble in pretty much all of the feilds that would be required to put something like this on screen: concept, writting, acting, propwerks, effects, VFX, set design/ construction, sound, and edititing. Im looking at making my way out to LA county someday. Butseeing how I was just fired and have to use the money Ive saved to "foat on", I dont think that the move is going to be anytime soon. Shoot i probably would have been out there by the time this project got some wheels under it.
Kudos Xerxes, I emplore you for what you are doing. I am interested if you need help from afar. Prehaps, w will beable to work together on something in the future.

 

[xerxes sangco]

Thanks Pappa Midnight!

Your idea is big and bold lol I like that.

The main problem after getting costume designers though, is getting production equipment, crew, a good director and a good cinematographer. Having that same consistency across the nation would be hard to come by in my opinion, especially for free.

Luckily though for this production, over a long period of time, I've invested a lot of money on camera equipment, lighting and a whole heap of other stuff and have been consistently training myself. Before I got into film though, I was an aspiring and dedicated animator. One thing led to another and now my main passion is Directing with a huge interest in Cinematography.

I love sci-fi and I love Halo so it all works out haha

I also love networking and making contacts so we'll definitely keep in contact for the future!

 

[Toacrabman]

Well if you ever need a large knowledge of the halo universe, weaponry, and strategy, I can do that, along with canon checks.

That and relatively useless information like how the DMR can probably use MA37 magazines,

or how the magnum can be used as a corner shot because of its camera and HUD systems.

 

[spartan005]

well just to let you all know after talking to xerxes for a few hours this will be epic. im working on odst armor for it and we may have a few that have good marine armor and the plot and story is really good for what i have been told and i have seen first hand some of his vfx that he has sent me for the teaser trailer. once we have a sit down meeting it should be even better. toacrbman like he said any help will be good. i know i know alot about halo maybe more then i should but you may know something i might not so who know.http://www.405th.com/member.php/26587-Toacrabman

 

[rvalera11]

lol hey if you need another military advisor I'm free... but yeah I'm done and heading back... I was wondering what type of Marine BDU are you gonna be using xerxes... the ones from HALO: REACH or the model from HALO 3? and if you want to talk more about this and such... you could contact me though my email rvalera11@yahoo.com or through my facebook

... either way i'll be happy and willing to help you out with whatever you need man

 

[xerxes sangco]

Thanks guys! I appreciate the support!

rvalera11,

Just sent you an email. Based on Chris's suggestion, we'll be using Marines from Reach and ODSTs as the story I have takes place during Halo CE.

 

[DYSTORTED INC]

Hey Xerxes, Glad you finally made it to the site! Good luck with the project.

-Will

 

[xerxes sangco]

Hey Xerxes, Glad you finally made it to the site! Good luck with the project.

-Will

Thanks DYSTORTED INC! We appreciate the support!

Ok so I'm going to start making of list of Cast and Crew and will update it as the project progresses. None of this is finalized at the moment so bare with me if you're not listed in the correct category as of yet.

But, you'll see that I'm going to be very involved in post production as this will be my baby haha.

 

[Toacrabman]

If you need some more prop designers I might get in on that.

 

[thorssoli]

If you need low-cost marine armor and helmets, I've still got working molds for my H3 Marines:

You can read up on the build here: http://protagonist4hire.blogspot.com/2011/05/halo-marines-continued.html

Shoot me an email if you're interested.

 

[Dagger06]

Those look great! Are they the ones being used in the "Helljumper" shorts?

 

[thorssoli]

They are. The main difference being that I've added the armor pieces along the ribs (under the arms) since the last time I've had a chance to get anyone to model them for me. When "Helljumper" starts posting more promo photos, you'll probably see them.

 

[xerxes sangco]

Hey Toacrabman,

Definitely would love to have you on board! Right now I feel comfortable with our armor department. But our weapons department may require additional help.

Problem is, with the upcoming Halo CE Anniversary, there may be some problems in terms of keeping props canon since the previews show the MA37 when the original is an MA5B. Chris has suggested we wait until August to find out.

Current weapons list is as follows:
5 ARs (either MA37 or MA5B depending on Halo:CEA)
2 Pistols (M6D)
1 Sniper Rifle (SRS99 or SRS99C-S2 AM)
1 Rocket Launcher (M19 SSM)

So I'll pencil you in as a prop designer.

I'm actually not picky about the weapons being reach models or CE models because those 2 events are so close to each other i don't see why we can't have both. But there's always nitpickers so we'll see.


thorssoli,

Your armor looks great! But I'm really trying to go towards reach marine BDU atm. We'll definitely keep in touch though.

 

[xerxes sangco]

Just a quick update. Just got in touch with a production studio owner in L.A., basically a large green screen sound stage. We'll be speaking next week as I'll be showing him the Pre-Viz video as well as samples from our artists involved in the film.

Wish me luck!

Edit:
Just got confirmation that our 3D modeler is now starting on the ODST pod.

 

[xerxes sangco]

Another update.

Today I had a great meeting today with Spartan-005 who is now also our Associate Producer. I also got a talented music composer on board as well.

I've also posted our current credits list on the first page.

 

[spartan005]

it was a good meeting today man we will have to do it again soon. all of the stuff you showed today was perfect and this will have to be one of the top films when we are done. so glad to be onboard this film

 

[xerxes sangco]

Thanks Spartan-005! I really appreciate your help!

As for the progress of the film. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to convince the studio owner to let us film for free. No biggie as we had a Plan B. Right now I'm planning on filming our VFX teaser sometime between August 22-26th.

Also, I'm sure the creative minds of 405th members doesn't end at armor building.

So I'm seeing if anybody is interested in the following positions:
3D Modelers
Texture/UV artists
Character Riggers
Compositors
Title Designer/Animator
Poster Designers

Please send me a PM with samples of your work and what position you're most comfortable with! Thanks

Keep in mind, because this is a non-profit film, all work will be on a volunteer basis. Sorry

 

[SoaringAlex]

this movie looks like it will be awesome! i was so disappointed when they didn't make a full length halo move, but this looks like it will make it up. cant wait to watch it!

 

[xerxes sangco]

Hey SoaringAlex,

Thanks! So far we haven't released any actual in-depth details yet. But stay tuned near the beginning of October!

In the mean time you can also check out Helljumper, Operation Chastity, Gift of the Ancients and Dawn Under Heaven. You'll have to excuse me if I missed a few other Halo short films in the works.

Just an update:
Had a great meeting with rvalera11 today.

So far, things are looking up and I'm glad to have such very dedicated and skilled artists on board this film.