FIVE — An Award-Recognized Psychological Thriller Seeking Production Partners
A Psychological Thriller Short Film
A suicidal young man ventures into the desert to end his life, only to find himself hunted by a mysterious stalker who forces him to fight for survival, unaware that his pursuer has no intention of letting him choose death on his own terms.
A contained, two-character thriller seeking the right production partners to bring this award-recognized screenplay to the screen.
PROJECT STATUS
✅ Financing in place
✅ EASY ON THE EYES PRODUCTIONS LLC to produce
✅ Location scout ongoing
✅ Thomas E. Ortiz attached writer/producer
✅ Billy Beauchamp attached actor/producer
✅ Ashlee Sevier attached actor
Ideal collaborators:
- Director with a passion for psychological thrillers
- Producer experienced with shorts/independent films
- Cinematographer drawn to desert landscapes and visual storytelling
- Production partners interested in Arizona filmmaking
Production advantage:
- Arizona desert access
- Existing location possibilities
- Minimal cast
- Limited company moves
- Manageable budget
Why FIVE?
- Contained. Cinematic. Character-driven.
- A psychological thriller built around suspense, isolation, and escalating tension.
- Two characters. One unforgiving landscape. One question: Who is really being hunted?
- A production-friendly concept with strong visual potential and festival appeal.
- An opportunity for filmmakers to create a gripping short with a focused scope and lasting impact.