An award-winning film and documentary development & production company
"Unlocking your imagination"
"An ACE Film Grant Winner"
- The Humane Society of the United States
MY RUN - The award-winning documentary narrated by Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton.
MISSION STATEMENT
INDIEWOOD PICTURES is an award-winning film and documentary development and production company. Indiewood Pictures was established with the mindset to create an atmosphere that enables writers, producers and directors an opportunity to develop original ideas within a supportive environment.
Our mission is to develop and produce meaningful story driven and high concept motion pictures and documentaries that will inspire, engage and entertain audiences worldwide.
ABOUT US
INDIEWOOD PICTURES is an award-winning film and documentary development and production company. Indiewood Pictures was founded by award-winning filmmaker Tim VandeSteeg in 2004, whose passion and years of experience in film, documentary, media, marketing and business supply the foundation and vision upon which the company flourishes.
Its our intent at Indiewood Pictures to be an important, meaningful and serious contender in the film, documentary and entertainment industry. We do this by nurturing and selectively developing our own broadening "intellectual property" and seizing the right opportunities to forge new partnerships and properties, which gives us an opportunity to create and co-produce important, inspirational and high quality films, documentaries and media. Indiewood Pictures partners include production companies, promotional partners and sponsors, independent filmmakers, writers, directors and producers within all fields of media, production, marketing and distribution.
As we are a tightly run and lean company, much of the burdensome overhead costs incurred by larger studios, is eliminated, keeping our budgets manageable and our potential for success greater.
Tim VandeSteeg is the CEO and Founder of Indiewood Pictures, Inc., an award-winning independent film development and production company.
Tim VandeSteeg is an award-winning Producer, Director and Filmmaker with a powerful and unstoppable work ethic and passion to develop and produce entertaining, inspiring and important films, documentaries, programming and media.
Over the past decade and half, Tim’s experience includes development, creative, production, marketing and business within narrative & documentary films, promotional television shows, interstitials, promos and commercials for such high-profile media companies and clients as ABC, Hallmark Entertainment, IMAX and ABC Family.
Most recently, Tim directed and produced the 10-time award-winning and critically acclaimed documentary My Run, narrated by Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton. My Run made an impressive and powerful impact on the film festival circuit as a festival favorite, winning awards and accolades, receiving national press and positive reviews, selling out theaters and receiving multiple standing ovations throughout the film festival circuit. In March 2011, My Run opened in over 500 movie theaters in 140 of the top U.S. markets and received over 200 million impressions.
Tim’s previous films include the indie love story Fall Into Me, the golf comedy Mulligan. Tim and his films have been highlighted in national newspapers, magazines and books as; The New York Times, Moviemaker Magazine, Film Slate, Daily Variety, Hollywood Reporter, The Examiner, TNT Roughcuts, Minneapolis Star & Tribune and the book The Writer’s Guide to Hollywood.
As an independent filmmaker, some of Tim’s strongest traits are persistence, creativity, enthusiasm and a passion for the entire filmmaking process. Tim approaches filmmaking with what he calls the “Rocky Balboa Attitude”, as long as you keep fighting and you don’t quit, you never fail. It doesn’t matter how many times you get knocked down, smacked around or beat up; as long as you don’t stay down you always have an opportunity to succeed. The key is to be persistent, passionate and persistent.
As a Producer, Tim has developed successful business plans, proposals and sponsorship presentations that have led to the financing and sponsorship for independent films, a media production company and secured multiple commercial clients. Tim has been successful in securing over 100 corporate sponsorships and marketing and promotional partners including: Subway Restaurant, Life Time Fitness, Active.com, Adidas, Pepsi, Sun Country Airlines, Minnesota Twins and Lance Armstrong’s Cancer Foundation LIVESTRONG. He has lead and implemented successful and grassroots indie-film marketing and publicity strategies, which includes the film festival circuit, social media and viral marketing, promotional and audience outreach, setting press interviews & creating a positive word of mouth.
In 1999, Mr. VandeSteeg directed and produced his first motion picture Mulligan, which set new standards in the entertainment industry by being the first feature film to be backed by Subway Restaurants (second largest restaurant chain in the world) “Tim VandeSteeg is one of the most persistence people I have ever met”, said Fred DeLuca, Founder of Subway Restaurants. Mulligan secured over 50+ corporate sponsors including LifeTime Fitness, Adidas, Taylor Made, Pepsi and Sun Country Airlines.
In 2001/2002, Tim worked as a Producer/Writer for Met/Hodder - an elite media and marketing company where he wrote, produced and directed projects for such high-profile companies as: ABC, IMAX, Disney, ABC Family and Hallmark Entertainment. Mr. VandeSteeg directed and produced promos for ABC’s Capital City (starring Peter Fonda and Tom Berrenger), Diversity and Less Than Perfect (starring Andy Dick and Sherri Shepherd), as well as ABC’s $80 million dollar mini-series Dinotopia (staring Wentworth Miller) and field produced the behind-the-scenes of the Music Man (starring Matthew Broderick, Kristin Chenowith, Molly Shannon and produced by Oscar nominated and Emmy award winning Producers Neil Meron and Craig Zadan).
Currently, Tim is in development and production of multiple exciting and important projects that include the uplifting documentary The Eyes of Thailand with DVA Productions, the narrative motion picture Pushing Life with Destiny Pictures the western-thriller Epitaph and the animated feature film Nuts.
Tim lives every day by his motto “Be Powerful, Be Unstoppable”.
TIM VANDESTEEG
CEO, Director, Producer
CEO | Producer | Director
FILMS
MY RUN (2010)
Genre: Documentary
Indiewood Pictures in Association with Destiny Pictures presents the 10-time award-winning and critically acclaimed inspirational documentary MY RUN, narrated by Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton.
After tragically losing his wife to breast cancer and struggling to raise three young children on his own, real life super hero and modern day Forrest Gump, Terry Hitchcock seized on an idea. He wanted to
accomplish the impossible: run 75 consecutive marathons in 75 consecutive days to bring attention to the
incredibly difficult lives of single-parent families.
He ran in spite of freezing rain and unbearable heat, in spite of chest pains and bone fractures that wracked his 57-year-old body. He just kept running - each
day, every day - strengthening an unbreakable bond between father and son--- not stopping until he broke the finish line tape in Atlanta. MY RUN is more than a film about a guy running multiple marathons; its a film about the daily marathons we all run in life.
Website
FALL INTO ME (2010)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
"An Indie Love Story"
Steven Jacobs, a school bus driver has been heartbroken ever since his ex-girlfriend left him. Then one day he meets Maria, a beautiful volunteer working at the local hospital. Through a series of misunderstanding she comes to believe that Steven suffers from a rare disease that he really doesn't have, called Addison's disease. Seeing this as his only opportunity to get to know Maria, he goes along with the façade to the extent of pretending that he has the disease. But, things take a turn when Steven beings to fall in love with Maria and he realizes that he must confess the truth.
MULLIGAN
(re-released 2009)
Genre: Comedy
MULLIGAN follows a foursome of buddies as they reconnect with each other over a round of golf. For each of these twenty-something golfers the time has come in their lives where they need to make a choice, either to "play it where it lies" or to "take their mulligan", in golf... and in life.
Starring: Cedric Yarbrough ("Reno 911", "Meet the Parents", "40 Year Old Virgin") Steve Lattery ("Dukes of Hazard", "Drop Dead Gorgeous"), Joshua Will ("Two Harbors") and Trey Michaels.
THE EYES OF THAILAND
D.V.A. Productions in association with Indiewood Pictures proudly present the powerful and award-winning documentary The Eyes of Thailand. After losing their legs from stepping on a landmine; two elephant survivors are given a second chance to walk again in this eye-opening and touching documentary. The Eyes of Thailand is a story of sacrifice and perseverance against all odds to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
The Eyes of Thailand has recently been awarded the prestigious ACE Film Grant from the Humane Society of the United States, who said “The Eyes of Thailand is an inspiring and unique documentary that will open up hearts and minds”. This is a great honor and opportunity to bring positive exposure and awareness to the film and story on a national platform. The film is Directed and Produced by Windy Borman and Produced by award-winning producer Tim VandeSteeg.
The Eyes of Thailand will make its World Premiere in the spring of 2012.
PUSHING LIFE
Genre: Drama
Indiewood Pictures and Destiny Pictures presents PUSHING LIFE, the dramantic feature film based on the amazing true story of Terry Hitchcock and inspired by the 10-time award-winning and critically acclaimed documentary MY RUN.
COMPLETED
FALL INTO ME (2006)
MULLIGAN (2000)
IN PRODUCTION
IN DEVELOPMENT
EPITAPH
LIFE OF GREY
NOBODY
- Deceember, 2011 - "The Eyes of Thailand" was awarded the "ACE Film Grant" from the Humane Society of the United States.
- September 20, 2011- MY RUN is released on DVD nationwide.
- August, 2011 - Indiewood Pictures and Greytone Entertainment collaborate on "Life of Grey".
- April 10, 2011 - MY RUN Releases it's Soundtrack on iTunes, Amazon and other online sites).
- March 31, 2011 - MY RUN opens in 535 movie theaters nationwide in 140 of the top U.S. cities.
- March, 2011 - MY RUN secures over 25 promotional partners including: RunTex, Spartan Race, US Road Sports, Grandma's Marathon and many more.
- February, 2011 - Indiewood Pictures secures theaterical distribution for MY RUN with Fathom Event
- January, 2011 - The "Eyes of Thailand" moves into post-production.
- January, 2011 - Indiewood Pictures releases Official MY RUN Trailer
- December, 2010 Indiewood Pictures secures iTickets.com as a promotional partner on MY
RUN. iTickets.com has been offering box office service since 2003 and have the largest
Christian/Church events available, nearly 1000 promoters and churches use their service.
- November, 2010 - MY RUN has concluded its film festival run at the Naples International Film
Festival winning its 10th documentary award-- the Neapolitan Award, which is given to a film
that embodies community, charity and generosity.
- November, 2010 - The "Eyes of Thailand" completes production.
- November, 2010 Indiewood Pictures partners with powerhouse online community Active.com
as the films title sponsor of MY RUN. MY RUN, a film that exemplifies the power of the human
spirit, perfectly aligns with the Active.com message and we are proud to support the film as a
title promotional partner, said Victoria Wilkens, Active.com Brand Marketing Manager.
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- September, 2010 - MY RUN wins Audience Award for Best Documentary at the 2010 Big Bear
Lake Film Festival.
- September, 2010 MY RUN is an Official Selection of the Docuwest Film Festival.
- August, 2010 Indiewood Pictures aligns with Lance Armstrongs Cancer Foundation
LIVESTRONG on MY RUN. MY RUN will donate a portion of the films proceeds from its
Theatrical release to the cancer organization. Your film is so important to raising
awareness of so many issues including the power of the human spirit. Mr. Hitchcocks vision and
story is one I will never forget, said Doug Ulman President/CEO of LIVESTRONG.
- June, 2010 MY RUN wins the Grand Jury Award for Best Documentary at the Las Vegas Film
Festival.
- June, 2010 - MY RUN wins Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Filmmaking for Best
Documentary at Visionfest Film Festival.
- June, 2010 MY RUN is an Official Selection of the Little Rock Film Festival
- May, 2010 - MY RUN wins Audience Award for Best Documentary at the 2010 DocMiami
International Film Festival.
- April, 2010 - MY RUN wins Outstanding Achievement in Documentary at the 2010 Newport
Beach Film Festival.
- April, 2010 - MY RUN wins Best of the Fest at the 2010 Minneapolis and St. Paul International
Film Festival.
- April, 2010 MY RUN is an Official Selection of the Atlanta Film Festival
- March, 2010 Indiewood Pictures secures Life Time Fitness as a promotional partner on MY
RUN. Life Time Fitness is one of the fastest growing health clubs in the country.
- February, 2010 MY RUN is an Official Selection of the Sedona Film Festival
- February, 2010 - Indiewood Pictures teams up with DVA Production and Director/Producer Windy
to produce the powerful and hard hitting documentary The Eyes of Thailand.
- December, 2009 - MY RUN wins Best Documentary Award at Mammoth Film Festival.
- November, 2009 - The Dove Foundation gives its seal of approval. MY RUN was awarded
the Family-Friendly Seal with a 5 Dove rating by The Dove Foundation their highest quality
rating. see review: http://www.dove.org/reviewpopup.asp?Unique_ID=7941
- October, 2009 - MY RUN wins Audience Award for Best Documentary at its World Premiere at
the Austin Film Festival.
- April, 2009 Mulligan is re-released and available on DVD at Amazon.
- 2008 - Osiris Entertainment secures worldwide distribution rights to Mulligan
- March, 2008 - Destiny Pictures and producer Mark Castaldo join Indiewood Pictures MY RUN as
production partners.
- 2008 - Osiris Entertainment secures the DVD rights to Fall Into Me.
- December 2007 - Freemantle secures the foreign and cable rights to Fall Into Me.
- December, 2006 Westlake Entertainment secures the US distribution rights to Fall Into Me.
- March, 2006 - "Fall Into Me" sells out its World Premiere in Minneapolis, MN.
- June, 2005 "Fall Into Me" begins production.
MY RUN Press Release - FINAL.pdf
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INTRODUCTION:
Filmmaking is a journey. To be successful and an UNSTOPPABLE FILMMAKER you need to be passionate, confident, prepared and persistent. If you are a filmmaker, producer, director, screenwriter or anyone who wants to make a film, you need the knowledge and tools to do so. Whatever your scenario is, we can help you gain the knowledge and confidence, while working with you to create the materials you will need to make your movie a reality, whether it’s a short film, a documentary or a feature film. We offer a variety of film BUSINESS, CONSULTING, DEVELOPMENT and WORK-FOR-HIRE services to independent filmmakers.
Our services include either consultation and/or work-for-hire services that include creating successful BUSINESS PLANS and PROJECT & EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES that will help YOU secure the FUNDING you will need to make your film a reality. Other services are available such as creating realistic budgets, sponsorship presentations, press releases, press kits, story/script development, screenwriting, marketing and distribution plans.
WHO WE ARE:
Indiewood Pictures is an award-winning independent film and documentary development and production company. Our experience includes business, development, production, post-production, marketing and distribution within feature films, documentaries, television, commercials and media.
We have a proven history of producing award-winning films and documentaries, securing private investment, corporate sponsorships and promotional partners, distribution deals and working with A-list talent, Academy and Emmy Award winners and deal making with millionaires and a billionaire. Our last film opened in 535 movie theaters nationwide in 140 of the top U.S. markets and received over 200 million impressions. We don’t just practice what we preach… WE ACTUALLY DO IT!
SERVICES For Independent Filmmakers for Films and Documentaries Includes:
•Consultation/Tips on indie film BUSINESS/ DEVELOPMENT
Consultation/Tips on indie film FINANCING/SPONSORSHIP/PROMOTIONAL & MARKETING PARTNERS
Consultation/Tips on indie film PRODUCTION/POST-PRODUCTION/DELIVERY
Consultation/Tips on indie film PUBLICITY/BRANDING/ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA/FILM FESTIVALS
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Consultation, service and tips in how to create successful, strategic and realistic
business plans, sales material, executive summaries, budgets, sponsorship presentations, press releases, press kits, story/script development, screenwriting, marketing and distribution plans.
No legal advice and services are offered.
Some of the QUESTIONS we can help you Answer:
•How do I secure financing for my film?
•How do I survive, while making my film?
•What steps should I do first in making my film?
•How do I raise money if I have never done it before?
•Why should I create business plan and is it important?
•If I don’t have much money, how do I make a movie?
•What is the “Indie Filmmaker’ lifestyle really like?
•How do I develop, produce, market and distribute my film?
•How do I secure the right producing and production team?
•What is a film business plan and how do I write a film business plan?
•How do I secure product placement, sponsors and marketing partners?
•What’s the best way to maximize and approach the film festival circuit?
•What are things I should know to be a successful and prepared filmmaker?
•I’m a little overwhelmed, how do I prioritize everything that needs to be done?
•How should I pitch my film to potential investors, sponsors, strategic alliances and distributors?
RATES (approx):
•FREE - 1st Consultation
•Consulting Services: $100.00 an hour
•Story Development and Screenplay: TBD
•Business Plan Development: $1,500-$5,000 (average - depends on the specifics)
•Other Business and Sales Documents - TBD
•Sponsorship and Marketing Presentations: TBD
•Indie Filmmaker Packages: TBD
DISCLAIMER:
We will not pitch your film to investors, sponsors or studios, raise financing or do any legal work. These are your responsibilities.
To learn more about our affordable rates and how we can assist you, please contact us.
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INDIEWOOD PICTURES is an award-winning film, documentary and media development and production company.
We are a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds, which bring insightful and creative dynamics to your production, advertising, and media campaigns.
We thrive in a creative atmosphere full of ideas and passion.
We maintain a small nucleus of professionals who actually do the work you need, not just the middleperson relaying your needs.
We network with quality professionals to supplement our core team allowing us to scale to any size you need.
CAPABILITIES:
Creative & Concept Development/Production: Our Team includes producers, directors and marketing executives that have experience in the development, production, and marketing within film, television, commercials, industrials, promos and training videos.
Branding: Naming, Image, and Taglines
Advertising: Experience in television, film, radio, print, and web-based media.
Marketing: High concept development integrated with a grassroots approach, which achieve high profile results is our philosophy.
Partnerships: Our team can work to create dynamic partnerships with both for profit companies and non-profit firms.
Feature Film Development/Production: We provide both development and production packages on a fee-for-service basis.
Feature Film Product Placement/Promotion: We provide multiple film cross-promotional packages including film sponsorships, product placements and promotional partnerships.
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"Imagination is more important than knowledge.
For knowledge is limited to all we know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world and all there will ever be known and understand."
-Albert Einstien
"For A Long Time It Had Seemed To Me That Life Was About To Begin -- Real Life. But There Was Always Some Obstacle In The Way. Something To Be Got Through First, Some Unfinished Business, Time Still To Be Served, A Debt To Be Paid. Then Life Would Begin. At Last It Dawned On Me That These Obstacles Were My Life." - Fr. Alfred D'souza
