Sleepwalkers is a psychological thriller from writer-director Wade Patterson. A Los Angeles private eye is framed for the death of a client, and his only lead is a mysterious woman in the client's hand-drawn sketch.
We're making a movie, and we need your help.
ENDS IN
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Nate Vaughn is a private eye working the underbelly of the City of Angels, chasing missing addicts and insurance cheats while looking for the one thing he can't find: a case that means something.
Then artist Max Larson asks him to find a woman he claims never to have met even though he draws her portrait constantly. But Nate finds himself in a frame-up after Max dies under suspicious circumstances.
With the cops breathing down his neck and an ominous corporation ready to hang the rap on him, Nate has one way out: find the mystery woman in the portrait and clear his name before the walls close in.
THE VISION
Can you escape the echoes of the past? The paranoia cinema of the 1970s has always fascinated me. Films like The Parallax View and The Conversation capture a sense of impending danger from an often unseen threat.
That territory is ripe for the personal torment of 1940s film noir, and for questions that feel more urgent in a world of social media, surveillance, and disconnectedness.
Los Angeles, with its deep roots in noir and both glamorous and gritty locations, provides the perfect landscape to explore these themes.
Wade Patterson, Director &Amp; Writer
THE BUDGET
- Pre-Production $500 (5%)
- Production $7,000 (70%)
- Post-production $2,000 (20%)
- Contingency $500 (5%)
The total budget for Sleepwalkers is $10,000, and every gift goes toward making the film.
INCENTIVES
Any amount is appreciated. Give at a level to receive that incentive.
$25
Digital Download Of The Finished Film
Plus a thank-you on the Sleepwalkers social accounts.
Give $25
$50
Early Access To Behind-The-Scenes Video
See the cast, crew, and production before anyone else.
Give $50
$100
Sleepwalkers Production Archive
Get exclusive access to a digital archive of production stills, concept art, script excerpts, location photographs, and storyboards.
Give $100
$250
Access To Video Q&A
Ask the cast and crew your questions in a live online Q&A.
Give $250
$500
Private Virtual Screening
Watch the finished film before the public release in a private online screening with director Wade Patterson. Includes special thanks in the credits and a premiere invitation.
Give $500
$1,000
Virtual Set Visit
Go deeper into the production of Sleepwalkers with an exclusive livestream from the set. See the film being made, meet the cast and crew, and interact directly with us while we're filming.
Give $1,000
$5,000
See The Film Before It's Finished
You'll receive private access to a rough cut of the film, followed by a one-on-one conversation with the director about the story, the filmmaking, and the journey toward the finished picture.
Give $5,000STRETCH GOAL: BEYOND $10K
$15,000
More Budget For Larger Scale Locations
$20,000
Extra Shoot Days For More Nights In The Neon.
$25,000
Additional Funds To Cast A Recognizable Name In A Supporting Role
THE TEAM
Director / Writer: Wade Patterson is a Los Angeles-based producer and director originally from Jackson, Mississippi. Over more than a decade in the industry, Wade has built a reputation for hands-on producing and on-set expertise, helping bring ambitious independent projects to life. His feature film Death Cipher, which he wrote, produced, and directed, is now streaming on Tubi. His short documentary Tunnel Love, which follows a homeless couple living in the tunnels beneath Las Vegas, now has over 1 million views on YouTube.
More Team Members To Be Announced As We Move Into Production
PRODUCTION TIMELINE
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Funding
open OCT 2026 - Pre-production Begins JAN 2027
- Shooting in Los Angeles MAR-APR 2027
- Post-production SUMMER 2027
- Festival run Begins FALL 2027
Supporters get updates at every step. Dates are targets and may shift.
Questions
Where does the money go?
Five percent goes to pre-production, 70% to production, 20% to post-production, and 5% to a contingency. The budget chart above shows the exact split.
Is this a donation?
Yes. Gifts support the making of the film in exchange for the listed incentives. They do not buy ownership of the film or a share of its profits.
Are gifts tax-deductible?
No. Gifts support a film production rather than a registered charity, so they are not tax-deductible.
What if you don't reach $10,000?
Gifts are processed as they come in, so every dollar goes into the film. If we fall short, we will scale the production to fit the budget and tell supporters exactly what changed.
What happens if you go past $10,000?
Anything beyond the goal unlocks the stretch goals above, starting with an original score at $12,500.
When do I get my incentive?
Updates and behind-the-scenes video come during production. Incentives that need the finished film, like the digital download and the private screening, arrive after post-production wraps in summer 2027. We will email every supporter with timing.
How will my name appear in the credits?
After you give, we will email you to confirm exactly how you want your name to read.
Is my payment secure?
Payments are processed by Stripe. We never see or store your card details.
What if I gave by mistake or have a problem with my gift?
Email blazewalkerpics@gmail.com and we will sort it out.
Can my business sponsor the film?
Yes. Email us to talk about sponsorship.
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CONNECT WITH US
Blazewalker Pictures
blazewalkerpics@gmail.com