Antique Angel

We're turning to our community to help raise $30,000 to create our next big project - a surrealist journey of self-discovery.

Antique Angel is an immersive studio album and short film that explores the profound journey of self-discovery and the battle between humanity and technology. It combines elements of music, surrealist visuals, light, and theatre to create a sonic and visual experience that aims to inspire, shock, and guide audiences through an exploration of the 'true self' and the 'shadow’, celebrating the beauty and darkness within us all.

The heart of "Antique Angel" lies within its studio album, a musical journey that blends genres and explores the depths of human emotions. Each track is carefully crafted to immerse listeners in a sonic landscape that mirrors the film's themes of self-discovery, the battle between man and machine, and the celebration of ancient myths and symbols, set against the breathtaking landscapes of the Nelson Tasman region of New Zealand.

Our main character, Max, embarks on a transformative journey, encountering angels, devils, lovers, mothers, gods, and disciples along the way. Through encounters with these diverse and symbolic characters, Max is challenged to confront his inner demons, resist the allure of technology, and reconnect with nature, and the essence of his humanity.

YOUR SUPPORT

To bring this project to life, we need your help. We believe that "Antique Angel" has the potential to make a real impact on audiences, provoking introspection and encouraging a deeper, more loving and meaningful relationship with the self.

With your support, we will be able to do the following:

• • Fairly pay our talented and dedicated team of musicians, film-makers, visual artists, and performers
  • Feed our crew 
  • Secure high-quality equipment
  • Cover travel costs and accommodation
  • Pay for filming permits in Department of Conservation National Parks
  • Ensure health and safety on location

All these costs add up and Boosted is an all or nothing campaign, so we really can’t do this without you! In return for your donation, your name will be in the credits of the film and you'll receive a special invitation to the first screening/performance.

THE CREW

Artist, Writer, Director, Producer, Vocalist, Musician, Actor & Designer - Max Duncan

Album

Music Producer & Guitar — Andrew Denison
Piano & Percussion — AJ Hickling
Violin — Pascal Roggen
Drums — Sam Edmonds
Vocals — Di Duncan
Guitar — Richard Sherlock
Double Bass — Rua Sargent

Film

Co-Director & Writer — James Grimley
Director of Photography — Macca Clark
Editor — Christopher J Bennet
VFX Supervisor — Neil Benson
Camera Assistants — Peter & Betsy Blasdale
Set Production Assistant — Jayden Seddon
Co-Producer & Drone Pilot — Jonathan Lopardo
Actor — Di Duncan

PROJECT PLAN

We have completed the recording of the studio album at Birdling Studios in Richmond. These were beautifully collaborative sessions. The album is currently being mixed and mastered.

The first chapter of seven was filmed at the Nelson Lakes National Park in November 2023, and is currently being edited. The other six chapters will be filmed between April - July 2024 and combined into one short film, creating our sonic and visual experience to be screened and performed across New Zealand in the same year.

We are also producing a short documentary about the making of the studio album to be released towards the end of the year, edited by Max Webborn.

ARTIST / DIRECTOR STATEMENT

"I truly see this project as an extension of my heart and soul and I hope that it will connect us more deeply to ourselves and our communities in the spirit of love, openness, and fearless expression."

— Max Duncan

STAY TUNED

We are sharing regular content featuring footage from the making of the studio album, filming behind-the-scenes, and other project updates.

E mihi ana ki a kautou katoa.

Thank you! We are very grateful for your time, love and support.

Mā te pohewa mā te auaha hoki, ka whakapuaki ngā kura e huna ana.

With imagination and creativity a hidden jewel can be revealed.

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