America Down: The Proof of Concept
Synopsis
America Down: The Proof of Concept introduces Jamie Davenport, a resilient 19-year-old navigating the brutal realities of a post-apocalyptic United States. Set in the gritty aftermath of a global pandemic that has decimated the population, this short film explores themes of loss, survival, purpose, and the struggle to overcome a painful past. Created as a fundraising tool, the proof of concept supports the development of the feature-length adaptation of America Down, based on the web series of the same name. Designed to demonstrate the production team's capabilities on a limited budget, the short emphasizes the tone, visual style, and narrative scope of the larger project - offering a powerful glimpse into a devastated America through the eyes of its young protagonist.
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$7K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Athena Lansdell
- Screenplay & Story
- Lucas Harmon
- Original Score
- Gordon Lightfoot
- Original Title
- America Down: The Proof of Concept
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
- Production Budget
- $7K
- Production Studios
- Last One Standing Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Athena Lansdell
Lucas Harmon
Gordon Lightfoot
Jomo Sadler
Grant Engler
Lucas Harmon, Will Atticus Parker
Department Leadership Roster
Athena Lansdell
Director
Lucas Harmon
Writer
Lucas Harmon
Producer
Will Atticus Parker
Producer
Jomo Sadler
Director of Photography
Grant Engler
Editor
James Gerrard
Production Design
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What is America Down: The Proof of Concept about?
America Down: The Proof of Concept introduces Jamie Davenport, a resilient 19-year-old navigating the brutal realities of a post-apocalyptic United States. Set in the gritty aftermath of a global pandemic that has decimated the population, this short film explores themes of loss, survival, purpose, and the struggle to overcome a painful past. Created as a fundraising tool, the proof of concept supports the development of the feature-length adaptation of America Down, based on the web series of the same name. Designed to demonstrate the production team's capabilities on a limited budget, the short emphasizes the tone, visual style, and narrative scope of the larger project - offering a powerful glimpse into a devastated America through the eyes of its young protagonist.
Who directed America Down: The Proof of Concept?
America Down: The Proof of Concept was directed by Athena Lansdell.
Who stars in America Down: The Proof of Concept?
The principal cast of America Down: The Proof of Concept includes Lucas Harmon, Ella Grace Schuman, Jake Miles Johnston, Jeff Brockmeyer, Ty Leech.
When was America Down: The Proof of Concept released and how long is it?
America Down: The Proof of Concept was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 6m.
Who composed the musical score for America Down: The Proof of Concept?
The original motion picture soundtrack for America Down: The Proof of Concept was composed by Gordon Lightfoot.