Stargazers
Synopsis: 12 year old Jack Parker and best friend Benji race to uncover the mystery of the strange signals being transmitting from their town. Could it be proof of Aliens living on Earth? The boys have three days to find out or risk being split up forever.
Format: Feature Length
Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy (Rating PG 9+)
Status: Post-Production
An 80s inspired Sci-Fi adventure filled with action, mystery and nostalgia...
Story.
Jack Parker and his Dad, Prof. Alan Parker live in the quaint town of Drapery Falls, nestled deep in the British countryside. Alan has been posted there by the National Space Agency to investigate a series of strange signals being transmitted from the area, that he believes are being sent by Aliens living on Earth. But just as Jack and his best friend Benji are ready to start their summer holidays, Alan receives news that he’s being redeployed due to lack of evidence from his investigation. Alan has no choice, they leave in three days. Jack is desperate not leave his best friend behind, that’s when Benji comes up with the only idea to get Jack to stay. Prove his Dad’s theory and prove Aliens are behind the signals. But they have to act fast, a dangerous Alien bounty hunter has intercepted the signals as well and is hell bent on finding what sent them at any cost…
Principle Cast
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Leo Cropley
(Choirboy, Matilda, Snow White)
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Henry Richards
(Little Fred)
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Laren Cornelius
(Doctor Who, Murder Ballads, Call the Midwife)
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Neil James
(Christmas Time, Strike)
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Gene Foad
(The Lake, 21st Century Schizoid Man)
Music from Josh Dally
The rising sensation from Leicester, England, is a captivating musician with over 25 million streams. His debut solo record, 'Speak Your Mind,' released under New Retro Wave, peaked at #6 on the iTunes (USA) Electronic Album Sales Charts, solidifying his commercial appeal. Josh has proven his ability to captivate audiences, selling out prestigious venues such as The Troubadour. His electrifying performances blend nostalgia and innovation, leaving a lasting impression on fans and industry insiders alike.
Directors Vision.
From the beginning, I wanted the tone and direction of the film to be like something straight out of the 80s. Not simply for its aesthetic, but to capture the pure adventure and mystery that I don’t find in modern films. I took elements of what resonated with me as a child movie-goer and infused that into an original story I couldn’t let go of. Whilst films of this genre are often based in the US, Stargazers is set in the Sussex countryside making for an intriguing backdrop and unique take on the stereotype. We encouraged many practical effects to pay homage and create that familiar look. But at it’s heart, it’s just a story about two best friends and the lengths they’ll go to stick together… - Jonathan Brooks
