You know, theres a saying about Hollywood... "It's the place where you go to die of encourangement". Well, with that in mind, I thought I'd share some positive feedback on Rummage .......

This movie should absolutely be made. It is original and fun, and allows for great characters and character development. The setting is interesting (Victorian England) and the whole concept of robots in Victorian England can make for great "Fish out of Water" elements to complement the main story. MARKS: 35 out of 35.
F. Miguel Valenti.
F. Miguel Valenti is a veteran producer of over 20 films. His expertise lies in films $1MM and under and his most recent film, CAR DOGS, starred Oscar-winner Octavia Spencer and George Lopez. He produced MONEY KINGS for Lionsgate and LOST SKELETON OF CADAVRA for Sony and projects for Barbara Streisand's Barwood Films.

A unique concept and premise with a relatable, engaging protagonist, range of fun characters, interesting plot, good family themes, and impressive animation style. The pitch delivery/format is really great and I was impressed with the images, website, proof of concept and plans for a short and supporting book. I'm sure it'll find a home. Great work!
Jos Villegas
Jos Villegas is a Creative Executive with two decades of experience on a diverse slate of feature film at major studios, Universal Pictures, 20th Century Fox, and IMAX and worked on popular blockbuster franchises such as MINIONS and X MEN (including DEADPOOL and LOGAN) as well as critically acclaimed films like THE REVENANT, BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, and HOUSE OF GUCCI. During her time at Universal, she developed and secured approvals for all international creative materials for SING 2, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU, AMBULANCE.

I must say, I don't have anything negative to say about this project. I think its stunningly beautiful, first off- you're an amazing animator. I watched several of those proof of concept videos, and I was glued to them. I love the world, I love the characters and I think the story is sweet and inspiring. I would totally bring this on, I'm just not someone who can help with animation... keep going though, because I know this project is going to be seen on the big screen very very soon! I truly am so impressed. MARKS: 35 out of 35.
Rachel Paulson
Rachel Paulson has grown up in a family of Hollywood royalty. She and her sisters, Emmy-winner Sarah Paulson (AMERICAN CRIME STORY, OCEAN'S 8) and Liz Paulson (SVP of Casting for FOX) have worked together for decades to learn every aspect of the entertainment with much success. 
Rachel is the star of the series "DATING ZOE", the host of the video series Drink Responsibly with Rachel Paulson, and the co-host of the podcast Gay vs. Straight Bitches with One Tree Hill alum, Lindsey McKeon. She stars as the lead "Kate" in the LGBTQ drama film GOOD KISSER on Hulu. 

This is an incredibly impressive pitch. It's so organized and detailed to perfection. It was so easy to follow what your idea is, and your animation skills and graphic design is even more impressive. The story is really cool and unique. And the trailer to your movie really proves that. It felt nostalgic and fresh. You have a really clear vision for the journey, and that is reflective in your pitch. Unfortunately, right now Paramount Plus is not looking at animated features. If we were I'd be all over this, but I'm sure it will find a home somewhere. Keep up the good work!
Paramount Plus Executive
This Executive works in the Originals Content Development division of the recently launched Paramount Plus. He has worked on series including THE GOOD FIGHT, THE TWILIGHT ZONE, STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, GUILTY PARTY, and WHY WOMEN KILL, among many others.
This executive have been at CBS Studios for the last three years. Prior to this, he was at WME for two years, working directly with the heads of TV and Talent.

Wow! This pitch blew me away. The illustrations you presented at the top of this page really caught my attention. You're clearly talented with a lot of experience in this field and being able to get through to children is one of the hardest things to do in this industry. I would highly recommend continuing to knock on doors with this project – unfortunately, Universal is fully tied up with the despicable me franchise for the next few years. I wish you the best on this and I'm excited to watch this in theaters!
Robbie Combs
Robbie Combs is the Feature and TV Development Executive at Captivate Entertainment, the Universal-based production company behind the JASON BOURNE-franchise, including the spin-off series "TREADSTONE" on USA Network. Captivate Entertainment is an American film production company, founded in 2009. It has a first-look deal with Universal Pictures and it is based on the Universal Studios Backlot in Universal City, California.

This is a WONDERFUL way to present your pitch. It's clear, concise, visually engaging, and flows incredibly well. Just a fantastic job all around! I really like it! I'm passing along your official website to my Head of Development. The ball is in her hands now!
Jonathan Barkan
Jonathan Barkan is the Head of Acquisitions, Head of Filmmaker Relations, and Development Director for Distribution Company and International Sales Agent, Mutiny Pictures. He has also served as a jury member at various film festivals around the world, including BIFAN in South Korea, Popcorn Frights in Florida, HARD:LINE in Germany, South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, and Fantasia in Quebec, amongst others. He has been featured on sites such as Rotten Tomatoes, WatchMojo, Atom Tickets, Phantastiqa, ComingSoon.Net, Shudder’s weekly newsletter The Bite, and more.

This is excellent all around. The animation is incredible as well as the themes and characters and storyline. I love how you set up the world and the journey. I also think the idea of a children's book with a companion short would be fantastic to build an audience for it. Would love to read the script.  MARKS: 35 out of 35.
Alexia Melocci
Alexia Melocchi is a partner in Little Studio Films and for over two decades has produced and sold award winning movies, documentaries and shorts, often partnering with emerging film makers she has personally discovered and mentored.
Her clients have bought and partially financed films such as LA LA LAND, PEPPERMINT, and THE BOY. Amongst her personal producing credits are the DURAN DURAN documentary directed by David Lynch.
She is fluent in five languages, a personal asset that has allowed her to be involved in the financing and distribution of movies that have earned near $1 Billion dollars in box office returns worldwide.

Great pitch! I love the concept and your images really help in bringing your story to life. I'd be happy to set a time to discuss the project and see who I may know that could potentially assist in bringing this to fruition.
David Harris.
David Harris is a leading independent producer at Harris Films. David worked in development at Platinum Studios and Paramount Pictures. In 2017, he produced the $15m thriller Security with Nu Image / Millennium Films, which starred Antonio Banderas and Ben Kingsley.

This is an incredibly well written pitch. The image at the top of it also really helps the reader to imagine what's happening in the story. I really think there is something strong here and would love to see more material.
Blake Reading.
Blake Reading is a manager and producer serving as the VP of Talent at TheMachine as well as a co-founder/principle executive at Cake Studios. TheMachine is a full service management and production company which specializes in digital entertainment, including feature film and short-form streaming content, as well as premium streaming content. Client credits include projects for Sony Pictures, Netflix, National Geographic, Facebook, Go90, and more.

Wow. What imagination. A lot happens, two whole worlds to animate. Almost could be a series. The steampunk genre is a great one to set your story in. Especially counterposed against a dying alien planet. The mix of steampunk and future tech is very original. Rummage is a great character; does remind one of Wall-E, but that's a good thing. Okay, your videos just blew me away. What beautiful design and animation. I hope you're able to get this to the right people. We need more animation like this; too many cute talking animals. You have put tons of hard work into it. I recommend making a short - with a narrative structure - and submitting it to festivals and for an Oscar. You might really gain some momentum. MARKS: 35 out of 35.  
Jonathan Heap 
Jonathan Heap is an Academy Award-nominated Director, writer and producer with a dozen feature films, shorts and TV projects to his name. His first film was BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT starring Donald Sutherland for Miramax. He followed that up with five more features including the award winning horror film now playing on Amazon and Tubi. He also developed a project for Warner Bros. and Sydney Pollack which later became the Coen Brothers film SUBURBICON, which was directed by George Clooney.
 

I love animation and even have a background in it myself. I also love the world you have created. The character models are great. Certainly want to chat more and learn about this project. Well done, and I'm looking forward to speaking with you.
Phil Claroni
Phil Claroni is an Executive Producer at Story House Productions. With offices in Washington D.C., Berlin, and Munich, STORY HOUSE Productions uniquely connects the world’s two largest television markets in the world – the United States and Germany.
They have produced content for Discovery, National Geographic, PBS, CBC, Channel 4, BBC, Smithsonian Channel, NHK, Spiegel TV, ZDF, ProSieben, and RTL. As Story House Productions continues to deliver high-quality and entertaining storytelling to audiences all around the world.

Hey Graham! Really great work on this pitch from the layout to the writing to the animation. It is clear you put a lot of work into this and the storyline was very clear and still riveting with great character arch's which we love to see. We don't typically get into family animated films but would love to take a look at that link as its a path we may cross in the future. Feel free to email me so we can discuss further. Great work!
Carla Westlund
Carla Westlund is a producer and co-founder of the production company Cake Studios along with established producer, Blake Reading. Cake Studios currently have several projects in development. They don’t discriminate on topic and their projects span a wide variety of genres from a controversial docuseries to a $20m financed highly entertaining action/thriller. Her goal is to push the envelope for an undercurrent of content that she believes can really change lives and perspectives.

This is great. And the samples in the link look amazing. This definitely has a place in the market. I have little kids and I know they would watch. This is GREAT and I look forward to watching it someday. Keep me posted.
Theresa Burkhart Gallagher 
Theresa is an award-winning producer with nearly two decades of experience working on features, short films and stage plays. Theresa currently has her feature film project SCHMOOLIE THE DEATHWATCHER set up with Miranda Bailey from Cold Iron Pictures. Theresa's production company, Feeding the Monkey (FTM) has produced award-winning films that have screened at Cannes and the Austin Festival and have been critically acclaimed by Entertainment Weekly, Los Angeles Magazine, HuffPost, Backstage West and more. 

This is a visually vibrant, well-crafted document, with a clear logline and synopsis, and thoughtful consideration to the genre, tone, visual look and feel, and commercial appeal of the project. Overall, RUMMAGE has very strong appeal for an animated feature film, or even an animated series, boasting a compelling, emotional narrative; a diverse, charming set of characters; and an original visual identity, rooted in Victorian-era Steampunk. While the tone and storyworld is distinctly British, the characters and storylines highlight key themes which should resonate internationally, including identity, self-acceptance, explorations of beauty, and, topically, the many crises facing our environment. Narratively, the story is well structured, with sufficient high stakes, plot twists, internal and external conflict, and emotional depth to keep an audience engaged. Even from the synopsis, the ending is particularly moving. You've clearly worked incredibly hard on the project so far, with proof of concept video links providing a fantastic insight into your creative vision, storyworld and tone. Your passion and knowledge for the Steampunk genre and design aesthetic clearly shines through, demonstrating why you are absolutely the right person to helm the project. I'll look forward to reading the full script. Thanks again!
Victoria Davis
Victoria is a Script Editor and Development Consultant, based in London, with over a decade of experience working in film, television and branded content. Recent credits include DISCLAIMER (APPLE TV+), a new HETV thriller series written and directed by Alfonso Cuarón; THE GREAT (HULU), an Emmy award-winning satirical period drama created by Tony McNamara; and MAN VS BEE (NETFLIX), a new comedy series by Rowan Atkinson and Will Davies. She has also worked on multiple script competitions, including CHANNEL 4's 4 Stories and SID GENTLE's Thousand Films to find the best new British and Irish screenwriting talent.

Rummage is a very strong pitch. The animation looks great and the world of the story is charming and appealing. The protagonist has a classic arc and the story seems satisfying. Generally an attractive package. I would be happy to recommend. I will pass the pitch along to my boss and if he wants to read I will be in touch. All the best, Tom
Thomas Pemberton
Thomas Pemberton is the Development Executive at Mind's Eye Entertainment under producer Kevin DeWalt.
Previously, Thomas worked on Recall with Wesley Snipes, Humanity Bureau with Oscar-winner Nicholas Cage, Distorted with Christina Ricci and John Cusack, Daughter of the Wolf with Oscar-winner Richard Dreyfus, Score to Settle again with Nicholas Cage, and a YA series based on the best selling books called AVALON.
Minds Eye Entertainment has produced over 60 feature film and television projects. The company has produced over $400 million in production and has garnered over 50 national and international awards.

I love the writer's passion! I love the fact the writer is following his heart! AND I love this whole story and idea! This is a WONDERFUL project with a great message! To me it has it all! The characters that I see in the presentation are top notch! This is a movie that I want to see! Such a positive message for a time when we need one. I wish the writer all the best. Do not compromise! Get it done right! It's terrific! I'm honored to have read the treatment! I think you have a winner here and your background in animation is a huge plus. MARKS: 35 out of 35.
Brad Wilson
Brad Wilson the Co-founder of Higher Purpose Entertainment (HPE), a production company dedicated to telling stories in film and TV that encompass truth of character and strive to embrace inspirationally redeeming qualities. While at HPE he's produced a number of films including THREE BLIND SAINTS, CHRISTMAS ON SALVATION STREET, MY MANY SONS, THE MEANEST MAN IN TEXAS, and THE RESURRECTION OF GAVIN STONE, which was released last year in 1,100 theaters across the country.

Hi Graham, This is an excellent pitch, and your animation is really top notch, really creative. You've done so much work on this, I really want you to find your home. I'm happy to talk to you further. We do however have a project that would be animation and I'd like to reach out to talk to you about that, as I think your work is really good. Requesting to have a call. Talk soon.
Aimee Schoof
Aimee Schoof is a feature film producer and the co-founder of Intrinsic Value Films with Isen Robbins. She has produced more than 35 feature films. Of those, 10 have premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, 4 at the Tribeca Film Festival, 3 at SXSW, and one each at LA Film Festival, Toronto, Venice, New York FF, New Directors/New Films, and Berlinale.
She has expanded into television and currently has a slate of scripted and unscripted projects and feature films in all phases of production. Aimee is a partner in comic book publishing company Red Giant Entertainment, developing comic book properties for film and TV.

Very original and exciting presentation. Excellent setup and walk-through of this world and remarkable use of details to tell your story. Powerful storyline and character portrayal throughout. I think you really have a remarkable product here. Animation is something we haven't tried yet but this is very good. Clear and concise and I can almost feel the emotions. Charles Fuller
Charles Fuller is the Senior Director of Programming for ICTelevision, a brand new streaming service that Scripted Series, Feature Films, Short Films, Limited Series, Talk Shows, Reality Television, Sports and Documentaries.  As Senior Director of Programming, Charles looks for completed projects of all genres and formats to be acquired by the platform. Charles scouts for screenplays and projects in various stages of production for the platform. 

RUMMAGE is a great animated feature with a positive underlying environmental message. The script contains fantastic links to POC videos which truly enhance the reader's experience and help to visualize the world and animation style. The writer has done a tremendous amount of great work. Overall I do believe this project will get made by an animation-based production company or studio with the required funding to get it to screen. I enjoyed the hard work that has been put into this presentation and believe this project needs to be seen by children worldwide...Well done!
Andre Champagne
Andre Champagne is a producer and founder of Passcode Entertainment. Passcode is a full-service finance and IP acquisition company that develops, packages, and arranges financing for feature films and television with a focus on filmmaker-driven, commercially minded stories for global audiences. Andre has spent over 25 years in the entertainment industry, currently overseeing all IP acquisitions and finance at Passcode. Andre is also a current founder and board member of LFEA (Louisiana Film and Entertainment Association).

The animation on this project is really beautiful. Each character is intricately made. The protagonist, although a robot, is so likable just as WALL-E was to its audience. This seems like a heartwarming story. Would love to see more of this world and the characters.
Matthew G.
Matthew G. is a Producer. He is a former Development Executive at Davis Entertainment. During his time there he worked on various films, including "GAME NIGHT",  “DOLEMITE IS MY NAME” with Eddie Murphy, which was released on Netflix last year to rave reviews. The upcoming film he worked on was “JUNGLE CRUISE” stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt and is being released by Walt Disney Studios in Summer 2021.

The website and pitch are really well put together. I can only imagine the man-hours into animating the proof of concept/trailer. The steam punk setting in England at this time is an interesting one to pick for the sake of world building doomsday AI type settings. It has Pixar written all over it but as it's presented can make for a TV family episodic Cartoon Network show. The presentation of the idea is beautiful.
David Tilson
David Tilson is a Development Executive at NV Films which has a First Look development and production deal with Amazon Studios. The company has produced over 200 seasons of television programming equating to thousands of hours of original content, which have been broadcast and streamed in over 200 countries around the world. NV has offices in Cape Town, London & Los Angeles.
 

This was a good pitch and I really loved that the writer provided visual references with actual proof of concept animation. I think this will get picked up, we just don't have the bandwidth to take on an ambitious project like this at this time.
Ariel Bleiberg
Ariel Bleiberg is a Producer, Development and Sales Coordinator at  the international foreign sales company Compound B, currently in post-production on MASQUERADE with Bella Thorne, OVERRUN with Oscar-nominee Bruce Dern, and THE ACCURSED with Izabela Vidovic.
Prior to joining Compound B, Ariel was at Sony Pictures Classics, the international sales division of Sony Pictures.
As a representative of Compound B, Ariel pre-sells feature screenplays at markets such as Cannes, Venice, Toronto Film Festival and more.

I really like how you set up of the pitch and how you talk about the inspiration behind the film. The format is great and think this is s a solid pitch. It's an original concept and a beautiful story.
Mike Diaz
Mike Diaz in an accomplished Manager and Producer at The Coronel Group with 10 years of experience representing Actors, Writers, and Directors. 
The company manages both emerging talent as well as A-List Actors including Alan Tudyk (Disney Animated Films), Adan Gillen ("GAME OF THRONES"), and Robert Patrick (TERMINATORFranchise). Mike focusses on project development for Coronel Group's Writers and Directors. 

Such a unique and original concept! The world and characters you've described are unlike anything I've ever seen before, and I'd be really excited to see an animated film like this. Such a lovely script, I think it has a lot of potential.
Aaron Daniel Jacob
Aaron Daniel Jacob is the Script Coordinator at the animation studio Bento Box Entertainment on several of their animation shows including PARADISE PD on Netflix, DUNCANVILLE from Amy Poehler at Fox, HOOPS for Netflix, BOB'S BURGERS, and an upcoming UNTITLED Apple TV+ animated series!
 Previously, Aaron was worked in creative development at Original Force 3D Animation working on their first animated feature, as well as Disney TV Animation. In addition, Aaron optioned a war fantasy feature screenplay in 2017, and is currently developing several other feature and television work for both live-action and animation.

Great pitch! You are clearly passionate about the material and describe your film in a clear and exciting way. Well done! The concept sounds entirely original and well thought out. Animation is tough and isn't what I'm looking for, but this sounds so cool! I really hope to see it made. Really great pitch and good luck.
Michael Ewing
Michael Ewing is currently the Creative Executive at AGC Studios where he sources new projects for the company while also supporting the Chairman and CEO. 
Before AGC, Michael was the Director of Development & Production at The Wolper Organization, a production company based at Warner Bros, where for four years he was involved in developing multiple scripted and unscripted series for Amazon, Netflix, FX, Awesomeness, Crackle, History Channel, and Propagate Content. 

This is a great pitch. I know a little about animation (not much, but a little!) and I thought your visual presentation was really well done. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story. In addition to the comps you named, it reminded me a little of ROBOTS. To be honest, the story is pretty airtight. This is clearly a passion project for you - I don't have a lot of notes. I think it's a great story. Emotional, fun, uplifting and perfect for co-viewing.
Kaleb Tuttle
Kaleb Tuttle is the Director of Development for Brillstein Creative Partners (formerly Brillstein-Grey Entertainment) supervising all production and development for the company. 
Kaleb began his career at Paramount Pictures working directly for the Chairman and CEO of the studio. He then moved to Paramount Television working for the President and Senior Vice President of the television group. There, he worked on hit series including 13 REASONS WHY for Netflix and DEFENDING JACOB with Chris Evans for Apple+.

There was a great animated link provided, which helped to visualize this story. The premise feels timely and should appeal to a wide four quadrant audience. The pitch was concise and easy to follow in a three act structure. Good comps were given to establish tone. I'd recommend reaching out to production companies who develop these stories as the pitch was excellent.
Christian Taylor
Christian Taylor is a producer and founder of Taylor Lane Productions.
Recent credits include the supernatural thriller DREAMKATCHER for Lionsgate, starring Radha Mitchell, Henry Thomas and Lin Shaye, MEASURE OF A MAN for Lionsgate starring Donald Sutherland, Judy Greer, Luke Wilson, Blake Cooper and Liana Liberato and HICK with Phase 4 Films, starring Chloe Grace Moretz, Academy Award winner Eddie Redmayne, Blake Lively, Alec Baldwin and Juliette Lewis.

A really great pitch, story, and pitch document. I think the animation world needs new stories. The story feels genuine, heartwarming, and very easy to follow. Certainly in the children's space. MARKS: 35 out of 35
Carli Haney
Carli Haney is a producer who has worked in Film and TV development for the last eight years as a Creative Executive and Director of Development. Most recently, Carli ran feature and television development for Kevin Hart at Hartbeat Productions. In addition Carli has worked with A-list companies and industry-leading talent including Jennifer Lopez at Jennifer Lopez Enterprises and an A-list production and finance company with a deal at Warner Bros. 

Wow! This looks amazing Graham. Your pitch document is really well put together. You've done a lot of work. The passion is there for sure. Just offer it to someone a little bit at a time and start pitching animation houses. Michael
Michael Collins
Michael is an Independent Creative Producer whose credits include the documentary Split Decision, The Story of Cuban Boxer Guillermo Rigondeaux as well as the festival award winning indie film The Orchard. He is in development on a traditional crime drama titled VANCOUVER with Executive Producer Karen Wentzel (DIGGSTOWN). As well as the feature film THE SKELETON TREE in association with 87North Productions the production company of Billion Dollar Director David Leitch. Prior to transitioning into Creative Producing, Michael had 20 years experience as an Assistant Director in the Vancouver film industry working on projects such as UNDERWORLD 2&3, DEADPOOL 1&2, FIFTY SHADES OF GREY 2&3, as well as THE AGE OF ADELINE. 

There are plenty of robot animation movies, but the Steampunk vs. FutureSleek take is refreshingly original. Explosives, intergalactic criminals, sadistic swingball-playing kids tearing apart robots, it's all awesome!
Christian Sander
Christian Sander serves as Director of Development for Pensé Productions, maintaining industry relations with emerging talent. Prior to Pense Production, Christian worked in development for Neal Moritz, producer of the Fast and the Furious franchise, and for prolific film and TV producer Jerry Bruckheimer.  He also worked in Sony Pictures across several divisions including film production, digital marketing, publicity, and international television divisions before joining Pensé.

Hi Graham, Thank you for sending over your pitch for RUMMAGE. I thought this was a wildly imaginative and fun story with intricate characters and a positive message. The world seems to be very well thought out and based on your experience as an animator, you will absolutely be able to bring these characters and story to life. Keep up the good work! Best, Drew.
Drew Gatto.
Drew Gatto is the Film & TV Development Coordinator at Captivate Entertainment with almost 10 years of experience in several different facets of the entertainment industry. Captivate Entertainment is a production company behind the enormously popular JASON BOURNE franchise, which has grossed over a billion dollars worldwide. At Captivate, Drew works closely with executives across the industry to source strong material and secure IP rights for projects in development.

Graham, I think this is a charming and very meaningful story. You did a solid job laying out the characters internal and external journeys, and describing in short what is it that the audience should relate to and care about. Plot and theme work in tandem and I think you achieved that with clarity.
Sissy Denkova
Sissy Denkova was previously a Development Executive at Gidden Media, a content incubator production company, focused on developing emotionally compelling stories that resonate with wide audiences. She's worked on films such as BRIAN BANKS starring Aldis Hodge, Morgan Freeman, and Sheri Shepherd, and scripts such as THE APPRENTICE to be directed by Ali Abbasi, written by Gabriel Sherman, SARGE, the story behind the life of NBA player and Air Force vet Bernard James, and the TV Series GHOST BOYS, to be produced with 50 Cent's G-Unit. Currently, Sissy is working as a script consultant and preparing her directorial feature debut titled THE SCENT OF LINDEN, a Bulgarian-American dark comedy about comradery.

Rummage. The Flight of the Belltower sounds like a fun animated series. Your pitch materials are well done and the graphic on the front is amazing, you are a talented illustrator. The story is fun and I can see where this could be on Nickelodeon, Disney or Netflix; where children could enjoy Rummage & Little Tom have all the adventures. Great job.
Janean Jeffries
Janean Jeffries is the Senior Coordinator at ViacomCBS working directly with the Executive Vice President Head of Production for MTV, VH1, CMT, Paramount TV, Logo, Smithsonian Channel, MTV Studios, TVLand, Pluto TV, Comedy Central, and Pop.
Janean has over 15 years experience in the entertainment industry, giving her a broad knowledge of what executives want and need on their screens. Previously, Janean worked for Love Life Entertainment & CBS Films.

This is a gorgeous two-pager! The art really helps to immerse you in the world and you can't help but notice how vivid it is. The uniqueness of the concept and world are its strengths without a doubt.
Zach Cox
Zach Cox is a literary manager at Circle of Confusion.  Circle of Confusion is also currently producing the mega hit THE WALKING DEAD. Zach reps Richard Glatzer (QUINCEANERA, STILL ALICE with Julianne Moore), Brian Duffield (INSURGENT) and John Orloff (A MIGHTY HEART). Circle of Confusion is one of the leading management companies in Los Angeles.

The tone is reminiscent of films like WALL-E with the kind spirited storytelling of an Aardman animation piece.
Ewan Dunbar
Ewan has experience in development, international sales, acquisitions and production, working closely with TV and filmmakers over the last few years at Disrupting Influence - most recently announcing the release of the latest instalment of the successful Cities of Love franchise, Berlin, I Love You starring Helen Mirren and Kiera Knightly. Ewan has produced, developed and sold over 30 titles including Zero Tolerance starring Scott Adkins, TV series Deep Cuts and Lauda: The Untold Story.

I am such a fan of this pitch! You have a clear and original voice (and gorgeous vision!) and know exactly what this project should be. I can see your intended audience loving it. I don't produce animated projects, but this feels like a winner. Bravo!
Lindsay Maizel
Lindsay Maizel is a Producer and Development Executive who has worked for some of the top companies in film and television including Disney, HBO, Amazon, the Chernin Group and Fee Fi Fo for over a decade.She is currently producing all genres of feature film and television projects and is looking to bring her development expertise and relationships to the right projects!

Such a wonderful concept for an animated film! I love the themes of acceptance and teamwork and the analogy for protecting our resources.
Jonny Gutman
Jonny spent over a decade at the William Morris Endeavor Agency as a TV Literary and Packaging Agent. While at WME, he packaged and sold new television series, negotiated deals on behalf of writer, director and producer clients, and helped them build strategies for successful careers in the film and television industry.

This is such a creative idea and Rummage feels like he has all the makings of an underdog hero worth rooting for. The steampunk / Victorian setting feels visually stimulating and the comparisons to other projects feel apt. Well done! I think there's great potential here and hope to see it on screen one day!
Matthew Chen
Matthew Chen is an experienced Development Executive/Producer who most recently served as Senior Director of Development for Film & Television at Reese Witherspoon's production company, Hello Sunshine, where he worked on numerous television and film projects, ranging from pitch to release and every stage of development/production/post in between.

Love the idea of a climate-centric animated movie, and also think setting it in Victorian times is an interesting--and politically savvy--move that could sidestep a lot of audience divisions in belief around climate change, while still making the necessary point about the specter of a changing planet.
Luke Kelly-Clyne
Luke is a producer, writer, director, and Co-Head of HartBeat's independent TV & Film Studio, HartBeat Independent, where he oversees and produces a variety of film and TV projects, including Roku's Emmy and NAACP Image Award-nominated DIE HART series, Netflix's NAACP Image Award-nominated KEVIN HART & CHRIS ROCK: HEADLINERS ONLY, Hulu's PROM DATES, E!'s CELEBRITY PRANK WARS, Peacock's BACK THAT YEAR UP series, and many more.

RUMMAGE's pitch stands out for its originality and expansive, never-quite-before-seem world. The presentation, however, is also quite strong. Conceptually, RUMMAGE definitely stands out.
Rodrigo Moscoso
Rodrigo Moscoso is a Creative Executive and Literary Manager based in Los Angeles at Zero Gravity Management, a progressive entertainment company whose strength lies in the development and representation of screenwriters, directors, and actors. In the literary world, Zero Gravity's reputation has been built upon its hands-on development process, working intimately with their clients to generate the most elevated and unique material possible. As creative executive at Zero Gravity Management, Rodrigo develops projects and talent from the ground up, with feet in both the production and management worlds.

Really nice pitch here with imagery and headings. I could see what you are trying to convey pretty quickly in this animated film. The period and themes seem justifiable with the concept too. Overall, the story sounds fun and unique.
Christian Sosa
Christian Sosa is a Producer and co-founder of Roosevelt Film Lab. They develop independent films for financing with individuals, studios, structured film funds, and also provide production services. Christian is a prolific producer, having produced 4 films in 2023, and has 4 in post-production, with 8 feature films set to release in 2024.

 
"Rummage" has got a cool, quirky vibe going with its mix of Victorian steampunk flair and a futuristic twist—definitely a neat backdrop for a tale about a robot finding his place and making a difference. It's clear you've got a real knack for blending your love of mechanics, storytelling, and animation into something pretty unique. Dropping names like "Wall-E" and "UP" gives us a hint that you're aiming for something heartwarming and visually stunning, which is always exciting. As for standing out in the crowded world of animated movies, "Rummage" has some cool elements like the steampunk vibe and the nod to environmental themes.
L.t. Verrastro
L.T. Verrastro is a seasoned executive producer. He has helped develop and produce films for Laurence Mark Productions (JERRY MAGUIRE, AS GOOD AS IT GETS, JULIE & JULIA) including THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, FLATLINERS, and LADY CHATTERLEY'S LOVER. As an executive producer, L.T. most recently co-created and developed an upcoming show for Disney Channel and is pitching a new comedy series with the producers of GINNY & GEORGIA (Netflix). He has written a puppet-based holiday movie for the Jim Henson Company and Universal.

This is an absolutely beautiful story and wonderful pitch. I loved the visuals and the Characters. Your writing style and the information included really led me to enter Rummage's world and feel the essence of the Victorian Time setting plus the struggle/story in the premise itself. The world you have created with Rummage and companions is fabulous. Really heartwarming, adventurous and timeless. I think this would certainly make a fantastic children's movie with beautiful elements and a Steampunk vibration (love this choice). from the font choice and real clarity and eloquence in your writing I was enchanted and definitely led on a journey imagining the story in front of my eyes without too many visuals included so kudos to that that is one heck of a pitch. You are a fantastic storyteller, Graham. Truly. :) Keep up the amazing work Graham. You are so creative and very talented. Congratulations! I can't wait to see this on the big screen.
Nikki Bohm
Nikki Bohm is a multi-faceted Producer who has worked on over 2 dozen film and television shows, in addition to being the founder of genre-oriented independent film production company, Crystal Pantera Productions. She produced Patrick Kennelly's award-winning thriller HAMMURABI and was on the producing team of the award-nominated drama THE TSAREVICH.

Enjoyed the artwork and personal connection to the material. The passion and authorship to the project instills confidence in the pitch. The description of the plot showcases a strong voice and original concept.
Siobhan Murphy
Siobhan Murphy represents award-winning creatives and fresh new voices at the leading management/production company, The Gotham Group. The company is known for visually striking films and series like their wildly successful Disney+ series PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS to Netflix's stop-motion feature WENDELL & WILD. Siobhan admires animation as a medium and is delighted to collaborate with artists, writers, directors, and producers across genres in TV and Film. She has been a panelist for AfroAnimation and Comic-Con.

You've done a lot of very impressive world-building constructing the world of Twinheeda. The rules of the world were clear, and the role that Rummage will serve in it is well laid out. Films like this, such as ROBOTS in 2005, consistently work well in the 3D animation space. Well done.
Brandon Gale
Brandon is a Producer and Executive working on MARVEL'S HIT MONKEY, a Floyd County and Speck Gordon production for Hulu, 20th Animation, and Marvel Studios. Brandon worked on the development teams at some of the industry's top production companies such as Sam Esmail's Esmail Corp (MR. ROBOT, HOMECOMING), Skybound Entertainment (THE WALKING DEAD), and Jason Cahill (THE SOPRANOS, THE RINGS OF POWER) where he developed original and IP-driven shows with Atomic Monster (M3GAN, MORTAL KOMBAT).

Hi Graham, thank you for sharing your RUMMAGE pitch with me. What a fun and inspirational film! I really enjoyed the formatting of your pitch. It instantly had me hooked. I wish you all the best. This is a special one!
Sabrina Parra
Sabrina Parra is a producer, and film development executive. She was the former Vice President of Di Novi Pictures. Sabrina has helped hundreds of writers and has spent her career developing projects from inception and guiding writers through the studio process. She values creative integrity and imagination of the story above all.

Hello! Great concept. So many things I love about this project including your connection and backstory. I love the name RUMMAGE, it's relatable and endearing. Marketability: this is very marketable. To start, family content is hot right now. Family content is sought after. Also, your IP is impressive. Great job! I love the themes, and I really like the scarcity of water and how it feels very close to home with our environmental issues. I like the HEARTSTONES concept and how they are manufactured needing the water, feels very "what's at stake" for that ORBOT population. I like the bully aspect, that is on trend. I love the Weather-vane character and I love how Tom has a disability, that is all-inclusive and includes diversity - good job! To get bankable talent for voiceovers would be a homerun. You should have a deal very soon!
Melissa Shevela
Melissa Shevela is a Producer for VISION Studios who's credits include: THE MATCH (Showtime), IN BETWEEN ENGAGEMENTS (Amazon), A SEASON TO REMEMBER (Amazon), SEARCHING FOR ORSON (Amazon) and GOTTI 2: THE FINAL CHAPTER.

A fun pitch that nicely sets up the premise and the world(s) and characters. The protagonist's need/goal is clearly laid out and understandable. One can instantly sympathize with him. Just as important, one can see both sides of the equation and sympathize, or at least understand, the antagonist is well. It's great when a pitch doesn't just go for a bad guy being bad because he's bad.
Thunder Levin
Thunder Levin is a feature film and television writer/director. He is probably best known as the creator of the pop culture phenomenon "Sharknado" series of TV movies for Syfy Channel. He has written over a dozen produced feature films & TV movies, and collaborated on a videogame adaptation of the classic 90's TV series "Xena: Warrior Princess" for Universal's "Series" mobile app. He is developing several TV series, feature film projects, and a comic book series.

The story was clear and concise. The format flowed well and the inspiration behind the story was a nice touch.
Skydance Media
Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. 
Skydance is currently in production on TOP GUN: MAVERICK and is in post on 6 UNDERGROUND, directed by Michael Bay and starring Ryan Reynolds.
Skydance has previously released a number of major motion pictures including ANNIHILATION, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT, GEOSTORM, TERMINATOR: DARK FATE, THE HITMAN'S BODYGUARD and the 10-time Oscar-nominated, TRUE GRIT.

As an animated adventure with a real charm and personality with a resounding message about achieving friendship despite differences, "Upstart & Rummage" clearly will appeal to families.
Alex Kirschenbaum
Alex Kirschenbaum works with "Gremlins" director Joe Dante's production shingle, Renfield Production, reading and critiquing script submissions for development consideration. A legacy company, Renfield has occupied a home in every major studio in Los Angeles, with it's longest residency at the independent Warner Hollywood and most recently settled within the historic walls of Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood, CA. Today, Renfield continues to develop, create and produce all varieties of television, film and media content under the shadow of it's same evil leaders.

Hi Graham, Love seeing how much passion and work you have put into this. The language between Upstart and Rummage is fun! I will share your website with some potentially interested parties. Keep up the good work! MARKS: 35 out of 35. WRITER: Recommend   PROJECT: Recommend
Jonny Perl
Jonny Perl is an Associate Producer with Cinemation, an animation company built by the creative minds behind Disney'sTHE LION KING, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE LITTLE MERMAID, THE BRAVE LITTLE TOASTER, and THE HAUNTED MANSION, DreamWorks' & Netflix's "The Mr. Peabody & Sherman Show", STUART LITTLE, and Lionsgate's THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM. They are currently in production on the animated feature BLAZING SAMURAI, starring Michael Cera, Samuel L Jackson, Ricky Gervais, and Mel Brooks.

The concept was fresh and original. Sounded commercial and like it would find an audience. MARKS: 35 out of 35
Julia Verdin
Julia Verdin is the Founder and President of Rough Diamond Productions & Management and is one of the leading independent producers and managers in the industry. As a producer, Rough Diamond has packaged, produced and obtained financing for over 30 critically-acclaimed projects $10M and under such as THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, STANDER, THE UNWILLING, THE LEAST AMONG YOU, TEMPTATION and 2 JACKS.