Full Synopsis:

Anna and the Angels follows the meteoric rise, devastating loss, and emotional resurgence of Ana Johansson, a talented singer, as she and her band navigate the highs and lows of fame, love, and tragedy.

Ana and her band, Ana and the Angels, perform a sold-out show at a small-town venue, The Black Hole. It’s a night of celebration: their electrifying performance wows the crowd, and Eric, the band’s guitarist and Ana’s fiancé, gives her a promise ring, vowing to officially propose once the band’s fortunes turn. The band’s manager, Jonesy, delivers thrilling news of a major record deal and an upcoming showcase in Los Angeles. The future looks bright as the band loads into their van, high on dreams of stardom.

Tragedy strikes when their van crashes en route to a party, leaving Ana critically injured and killing Eric and bassist Stephan. Ana awakens in the hospital to discover the heartbreaking truth, plunging her into grief and guilt. Matt, the band’s drummer, struggles with his own guilt, blaming himself for the accident. Both survivors withdraw, their lives derailed by sorrow.

A year later, Ana and the Angels’ posthumous debut album, Never Too Far Away, has become a massive success, but Ana remains isolated, sleeping away her days in a Hollywood Hills mansion. Jonesy, determined to help her heal, convinces her to reconnect with Matt. Their awkward reunion reveals their shared struggles: Ana can’t face performing Eric’s songs, while Matt drowns his pain in alcohol. Despite their initial resistance, Jonesy suggests they jam together, hoping music can bring them closure.

During their first rehearsal, a supernatural event occurs: Eric and Stephan’s amps inexplicably play their parts, as if the late bandmates’ spirits are still performing. Though skeptical, Ana and Matt find comfort and inspiration in the phenomenon. With renewed purpose, they revive the band, blending old hits with new songs and embarking on a triumphant comeback tour. As the tour progresses, Ana and Matt’s connection deepens, evolving into a complicated romance. Ana wrestles with feelings of guilt over moving on from Eric, while Matt struggles to balance his love for Ana with his respect for her grief.

The tour hits turbulence when the supernatural phenomenon vanishes. Eric and Stephan’s amps go silent, leaving the band scrambling to perform without their "angels." Overwhelmed, Ana spirals into despair and attempts to take her own life. While unconscious, she experiences a vision of Eric, who reassures her that his love remains but urges her to let go and embrace her future. He reminds her that life is for the living and that she deserves happiness, even if it means moving on.

Ana survives and wakes in the hospital, determined to honor Eric and Stephan’s memory by finishing the tour. In Stockholm, her hometown and the final stop, she dedicates a new song to her lost bandmates, blending their legacy with her own voice. The performance is a triumph, celebrated as one of the greatest rock shows of the decade.

In the aftermath, Ana and Matt reflect on their journey. They acknowledge the deep bond forged through shared trauma but question whether they’re ready for a future together. Ultimately, they decide to take things one step at a time, choosing to live in the moment rather than dwell on the past.

Anna and the Angels is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and resilience, celebrating the transformative power of music and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Project Overview: Anna's Angels

We have successfully created the entire limited series of "Anna's Angels" as a podcast audio drama, available on all major podcast platforms. We are now adapting the screenplay into an AI-driven audiovisual feature film.

Objective:

Create a feature film adaptation of "Anna's Angels" using AI-based storytelling and production techniques. The project will be completed within a 90-day production window, staying within a $100,000 portion of the total $200,000 budget.

Approach:

We plan to use live-action performances for the cast while leveraging AI-driven video-to-video technology (e.g., Runway ML), auto rotoscoping, and environment integration via Unreal Engine and Blender.

Team Structure (4 Members for Optimized Budget)

Director/Prompt Lead (1)

Editor/Compositor (1)

VFX Artist/Animator (1)

Production Coordinator/Quality Control (1)

Key Tools & Technologies:

AI Video Generation Tools (e.g., RunwayML’s lip-sync feature, other AI-based video tools)

Editing Suite (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro)

VFX Tools (e.g., After Effects)

Project Management Software (e.g., Trello, Notion)

Production Workflow & Timeline:

Pre-Production (Days 1-5)

Day 1-2:

Script Breakdown: Divide "Anna's Angels" into daily 3-4 minute segments to align with the 90-day production schedule.

Visual Style Development: Establish the visual look, tone, and character designs using AI-generated concept art.

Test Runs: Conduct AI video and lip-sync tests for primary characters.

Day 3-5:

Asset Creation & Planning: Develop initial character models, props, and set designs using AI software.

Team Briefing: Align all team members on workflow expectations, roles, and deadlines.

Production (Days 6-85)

Daily Workflow (Approx. 3-4 minutes of output per day):

Morning Meeting (30 minutes): Review previous day’s work, discuss progress, and assign tasks.

Day Tasks (Approx. 8-10 hours):

Director/Prompt Lead: Develop prompts for AI-generated content (characters, scenes, environments) and oversee daily creative output for story continuity.

Editor/Compositor: Edit and assemble scenes, integrating AI-generated content with voice tracks and sound effects, ensuring pacing and transitions.

VFX Artist/Animator: Apply visual effects, animations, lip sync, and post-processing enhancements.

Production Coordinator/Quality Control: Monitor progress, perform quality assurance checks, and manage project timelines.

Weekly Milestones:

Content Review: Weekly review of 15-20 minutes of footage to maintain consistency, pacing, and adherence to creative vision.

Post-Production (Days 86-90)

Final Assembly: Compile all scenes, ensuring smooth narrative flow and consistent visual quality.

Sound & Music Integration: Finalize audio elements, including soundtrack, sound effects, and necessary color adjustments.

Quality Control & Feedback: Conduct final checks for visual and audio consistency.

Export & Final Deliverables: Prepare the finished film for distribution.

Budget Allocation:

Team Member Salaries:

4 Team Members (Director/Prompt Lead, Editor/Compositor, VFX Artist/Animator, Production Coordinator/Quality Control)

Weekly Pay per Member: $1,500

Total Weeks: 13

Cost per Member: $1,500 x 13 weeks = $19,500

Total Salary for 4 Members: $19,500 x 4 = $78,000

Additional Production Costs:

Software & Licensing:

AI tools, RunwayML, and other licenses: $5,000

Editing and VFX software licenses: $3,000

Total: $8,000

Hardware Costs:

Computer upgrades or high-performance workstations: $5,000

Storage solutions (e.g., cloud storage, hard drives): $2,000

Total: $7,000

Miscellaneous Expenses:

Cloud rendering/compute costs for AI video generation: $3,000

Contingency fund (unexpected costs, assets, etc.): $4,000

Total: $7,000

Total Estimated AI Budget:

Team Salaries: $78,000

Software & Licensing: $8,000

Hardware Costs: $7,000

Miscellaneous Expenses: $7,000

Grand Total: $100,000

This AI-driven production approach allows "Anna's Angels" to be adapted into a feature film with cutting-edge technology while maintaining high-quality storytelling and visuals within a lean, efficient budget.

We have extensive relationships with various distributors and sales agents, including but not limited to Lionsgate, Saban, Vertical Entertainment, Highland Film group, Bondit Media Capital. We also believe that this project will do well in festivals because of its nature as a musical and feature Ai film. We plan to be one of the first AI created feature films using the latest and greatest tools including Runway for their capabilities in video creation and their ACT 1 Lip Sync features.