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CONFLIXSTUDIOS.COM CONFIDENTIAL
CONFLIX STUDIOS
TRAIL BLAZERS (The Movie)
Business plan
Prepared March 2021
Contact Information Josh Lopez or Keith Chester [email protected] 210-689-1417 https://conflixstudios.com
CONFLIX STUDIOS
Blacklisted Conservative Hollywood Actor and Producer, Antonio Sabato Jr. set to lm TRAIL BLAZERS and create Hollywood 2.0 in Florida.
Our Opportunity
Problem worth solving Our solution Hollywood professionals are being blacklisted for their Antonio Sabato Jr. decided it was time for something patriotism, religious beliefs and common-sense political completely new and innovative. He took his experience and viewpoints. 80 million conservative Americans are hungry for philosophies, and partnered with other like-minded stories that inspire, uplift, and re ect American pride and entertainment professionals to birth Con ix Studios in Tampa, exceptionalism. Florida.
Target market Competitors How our solution is better Christian Viewers 61% ($1.6B) Conservative Viewers 39% ($1B) 205M NetFlix More conservative / Christian Content. Prospects
PureFlix More intellectual and edgier
Market size: $2.7B
$ Initial round of funding will be spent on the rst cinematic release Funding needed 7M from Con ix Studios entitled TRAIL BLAZERS. $7,000,000.
Sales and Marketing
Sales channels Marketing activities TAIL BLAZERS will be released Theatrically, through Apple TV, Marketing will be ongoing across Millions of conservative Google Streaming, Amazon Streaming, VuDu Streaming internet in uencer fans and major media outlets - FOX NEWS, services as well as a new proprietary streaming platform at NEWS MAX, Steve Harvey Show, Joe Rogan Show, Dan CONFLIX STUDIOS. Crenshaw Show, Ben Shapiro Show, Dennis Prager Show to name a few.
Page 1 of 2 Forecast
Revenue streams Major costs Initial revenue streams will be comprised of multiple Con ix Studios will be spending $6M on the production of streaming platforms in the form of movie rentals and TRAIL BLAZERS, and an additional $1M on the marketing of purchases of the rst lm TRAIL BLAZERS. Revenue will also TRAIL BLAZERS and CONFLIX. be derived from memberships to the proprietary platform on Con ixStudios.com.
Milestones
Set Location: Trail Production Funds: Final Cast: Trail Begin Filming: Trail Filming Wrap: Trail Blazers Trail Blazers Blazers Blazers Blazers Mar 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Apr 30, 2021 Jul 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ...... 1
ConFlix Studios & Trail Blazers (The Movie) ...... 1
Expectations ...... 5
Investment Opportunity ...... 7
Trail Blazers (The Movie) ...... 7
Funding & Budget ...... 8
Execution ...... 9
Marketing & Sales ...... 9
Operations ...... 9
Milestones & Metrics ...... 10
Company ...... 10
Overview ...... 10
Team ...... 11
Financial ...... 13
Financing ...... 13
Appendix ...... 14
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Executive Summary ConFlix Studios & Trail Blazers (The Movie) Problem
Historic Hollywood continues to be profitable, yet it’s artistic thrust often seems to be aimed at debasing traditional American values. The direct result: popular entertainment professionals who reveal their conservative and/or religious views get blacklisted from working in Hollywood, and freedom of expression is squelched while American families are subject to their propaganda.
Recent events in the United States have shown one thing clearly: a sleeping conservative giant has been awakened. In recent elections Americans rose to the occasion and voted on their values in record numbers. Blacks and Latinos also voted on the conservative side in record numbers. These are common everyday people who have had their voices cancelled and silenced for having the traditional American values of Faith, Family and Freedom.
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Solution
An Introduction CONFLIX STUDIOS / HOLLYWOOD 2.0 In FLORIDA
Antonio Sabato Jr. created Conflix Studios out of a desire to release high quality media productions that are not held back by the usual day-to-day agendas of historic Hollywood.
Since his career start in the early 1990s Sabato has been a producer, director, actor, model and writer/author, and absolutely loves the creative process of storytelling.
However, over the years of his storied career he has noticed something glaringly wrong with the way that he and other entertainment professionals were being treated for their patriotism, religious beliefs and common-sense political viewpoints. Getting blacklisted for these beliefs is a reality he is now all too familiar with.
Antonio also realized that there was a huge market of at least 80 million conservative Americans who were hungry for stories that inspire, uplift, and build up, rather than tear down. Stories that bring the best out of people and are that life giving. Stories that wholesome Americans could thoroughly enjoy, truly be proud of and rally behind.
So, Sabato did something daring. He decided it was time for something completely new and innovative. He took his experience and philosophies, and partnered with other like-minded entertainment professionals to birth Conflix Studios in Tampa, Florida.
Hollywood 2.0
Market
Currently in the US, there is over 80 million conservatives and 125 million non- conservative Christians who are hungry for stories that inspire, uplift, and build up, rather than tear down. Stories that bring the best out of people and are life giving. Stories that wholesome Americans could thoroughly enjoy, truly be proud of and rally behind.
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As Antonio Sabato, Jr, the founder of Conflix put it in one interview:
“I’ve had it...I don’t live in Hollywood anymore. We are now going to make movies that make American families proud. We are building a coalition of people that want to do stuff for America, our flag, our military, our cops, and whatever we want to do that is real and honest, without bias and without any communism, for the love of making films!"
- Antonio Sabato, Jr
Competition
PureFlix Streaming Platform: This Christian based streaming platform has over 125,000 subscribers who pay $10.99 per month. Their 2014 film, “God’s Not Dead” film grossed over $60 million on a $2 million budget.
ConFlix Studios will be more intellectual and edgier than PureFlix with a broader appeal, penetrating a much wider audience.
PureFlix was just sold to SONY.
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THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST (2004): This $30 Million self-financed Christian film, grossed over $630 Million.
Why Conflix Studios?
CONFLIX STUDIOS IS A NEW PRODUCTION STUDIO AND DISTRIBUTION PLATFORM; FOCUSING ON STORIES WITH TRADITIONAL AMERICAN VALUES OF FAITH, PATRIOTISM AND FREEDOM.
Cancel Culture is destroying lives and society.
People’s lives are being destroyed because of who they vote for or holding traditional religious beliefs. While mainstream media propagates this narrative for “sensational” content, the vast majority of people believe in free speech and diversity of thought and expression. CONFLIX STUDIOS will hold true to our traditional values with compassion, understanding, empathy and inclusivity.
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Rise of “Family Values” Productions
While mainstream productions have strayed away from content with traditional family values, audiences are still seeking that type of programming.
With its fluffy, upbeat, yet formulaic content, Hallmark channel has become increasingly popular. CONFLIX STUDIOS will produce content with similar values and themes, however our productions will be more artistically and creatively appealing.
Streaming Platform: ConFlix
ConFlix Studios will be launching a proprietary streaming platform and membership model to engage with fans and distribute exclusive movies, documentaries and other programming.
Expectations Forecast
CONFLIX will release its first feature film, “Trail Blazers” independently in theaters (Covid 19 withstanding), on all the VOD platforms (Apple TV, Google Streaming, Amazon Streaming, VuDu, etc.), to recoup the initial investment and produce an initial profit.
For viewers purchasing the film, we will also provide a one-year subscription to the forthcoming CONFLIX STREAMING PLATFORM to acquire an initial audience.
The combined Internet audience of the CONFLIX talent pool exceeds 50+ million viewers. This audience will be the initial focus of advertising. If CONFLIX can convert just 5% of this audience at an average $9.95 spend, the initial proceeds of TRAIL BLAZERS will approach $25,000,000.
Merchandising
T-shirts, hats, posters and other supporting merchandise will also be available for purchase.
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Tax Breaks:
State Tax Breaks - The production team will be focused on selecting the filming location based around the states that provide the best tax incentives for the project. We currently have location scouts looking for filming locations that are in the states with the largest tax incentive programs.
Investor Tax Breaks - We are planning on filming 100% of the project in the US, so with Section 181, investors will have the ability when they file to have their investments be fully tax deductible.
Financing Needed for Trail Blazers (The Movie)
CONFLIX STUDIOS is Seeking:
$6,000,000 for the production of “TRAIL BLAZERS”
$1,000,000 for Marketing of “TRAIL BLAZERS” and upcoming “CONFLIX Studios”
Total: $7,000,000
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Investment Opportunity Trail Blazers (The Movie)
The CONFLIX STUDIOS journey begins with the feature film, TRAIL BLAZERS. Set in the South West, this is the ultimate battle between Good and Evil, between darkness and light, between God and Satan himself. 8 Heroes vs. 8 Villains.
Please see the attached budget and Cinematic Creative Deck.
TRAIL BLAZERS / BRIEF SYNOPSIS
A band of siblings who were once robbers, thieves and killers of the west, decide to fulfill their fathers dying wish of abandoning their life of crime and pursuing the path of the holy.
DIRECTOR: Antonio Sabato Jr.
STARRING: Robert Davi, Kristy Swanson, Dean Cain, Kevin Sorbo, Lorenzo Lamas, Scott Baio, Aaron Schwartz, Stacey Dash, Quinton Aaron, Costas Mandylor, Michael Dudikoff, Antonio Sabato Jr., Ronn Moss, David Chokachi, Devin DeVasquez
For full cast and crew, please visit imdb.com / movie database: Search for Trail Blazers.
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Funding & Budget
The Investment
Conflix Studios is seeking funding for the making of TRAIL BLAZERS (The Movie).
$6M for the Production of Trail Blazers
$1M for the marketing of Trail Blazers.
The Return
40% of all proceeds of TRAIL BLAZERS.
For TRAIL BLAZERS budget, please refer to the budget section.
Target Market
The potential audience for TRAIL BLAZERS is all fans of Western Movies, Action Adventure, Fiction Dramas, Period Features, Supernatural Thrillers.
Target audience will also be comprised of millions of fans that follow each member of this star-studded cast, conservative movie fans and Christian audiences.
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Execution Marketing & Sales
Strategies for Trail Blazers
Because of current historical events, our team and the very nature of this project, we believe we can create a marketing strategy that is unlike anything that currently exists.
The risk to our investors is lowered with Trail Blazers due to the above- mentioned underserved market of fans, and our marketing strategy, which has inherent “baked in” advantages due to who has been selected to be a part of this project.
The entire ensemble cast for Trail Blazers, who are conservatives with storied entertainment careers (Antonio Sabato Jr, Dean Cain, Kevin Sorbo, Lorenzo Llamas, Kaya Jones, Stacey Dash, Kristi Swanson, Robert Davi, Scott Baio, Tito Ortiz) have a fanbase/followership numbering in the millions. If even a fraction of these fans put their hard-earned dollars into viewing this film, return on investment has the strong potential to be a blockbuster type of project.
Our engagement strategy to this massive market will include social media influencers, podcasts, mainstream media, conservative newscasts (FOX) rapidly emerging media (OAN, NewsMax, etc.) which will create the required buzz surrounding the cast, story, locations and production values, energizing the fanbase to see this thought provoking, action packed western.
Operations Locations & Facilities
TRAIL BLAZERS will be shot on location in the American Southwest.
Technology
CONFLIX STUDIOS will be building a proprietary streaming platform that will feature TRAIL BLAZERS and other CONFLIX movies and television programming.
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Milestones & Metrics
Milestone Due Date Who's Responsible Details
Set Location: Trail March 30, 2021 Conflix Studios Conflix is currently Blazers evaluating "Western" style sets with accommodations and financial incentives in areas such as Texas, New Mexico, Montana, South Dakota, etc.
Production Funds: Trail March 31, 2021 Conflix Studios Conflix is finalizing its Blazers initian funding round for Trail Blazers.
Final Cast: Trail Blazers April 30, 2021 Conflix Studios Conflix is currently finalizing the cast for Trail Blazers.
Begin Filming: Trail July 31, 2021 Conflix Studios Conflix will begin filming Blazers TRAIL BLAZERS in the late summer or fall of 2001.
Filming Wrap: Trail September 30, 2021 Conflix Studios Conflix plans to wrap Blazers filming of TRAIL BLAZERS 90 days from filming start date.
Post-Production: Trail November 30, 2021 Conflix Studios Post-Production will Blazers begin on TRAIL BLAZERS in the late fall of 2021.
Movie Release: Trail March 31, 2022 Conflix Studios Conflix plans the release Blazers of TRAIL BLAZERS in the spring of 2022.
ConFlix Studios Company Overview
Antonio Sabato Jr. created Conflix Studios out of a desire to release high quality media productions that are not held back by the usual day-to-day agendas of historic Hollywood.
Since his career start in the early 1990s, Sabato has been a producer, director, actor, model and writer/author, and absolutely loves the creative process of storytelling.
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However, over the years of his storied career he has noticed something glaringly wrong with the way that he and other entertainment professionals were being treated for their patriotism, religious beliefs and common-sense political viewpoints. Getting blacklisted for these beliefs is a reality he is now all too familiar with.
He also realized that there is a huge market of at least 80 million conservative Americans who are hungry for stories that inspire, uplift, and build up, rather than tear down. Stories that bring the best out of people and are life giving. Stories that wholesome Americans could thoroughly enjoy, truly be proud of and rally behind.
So Sabato did something daring. He decided it was time for something completely new and innovative. He took his experience and philosophies, and partnered with other like-minded entertainment professionals to birth Conflix Studios in Tampa, Florida. The ConFlix Studios Team
ANTONIO SABATO JR President CEO
Antonio Sabàto Jr. is an Italian-American model, actor, and politician. Sabàto first found fame modeling for Calvin Klein and playing Jagger Cates on the soap opera General Hospital from 1992 to 1995. Sabato is also known for The Big Hit (1998), Shark Hunter (2001) and regular appearances on Melrose Place. His passion for quality film production led him to start Conflix Studios. Antonio’s first production under Conflix Studios will be Trail Blazers, which he co-wrote and will direct.
KAYA JONES Vice President Executive Producer
Kaya is a Grammy Award winner and platinum recording artist best known as one of the lead singers for The Pussycat Dolls, one of the most popular girl groups in history having sold over 40 million singles worldwide. The Pussycat Dolls
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rapidly expanded to include a Las Vegas show, merchandise, reality television programs and product endorsements, making them one of the most recognizable and bestselling music brands of the decade.
NIK TIZEKKER Head of Programming Executive Producer
Nik Tizekker has been working as a director and producer for over 15 years. He founded Tizaster Productions in 2005, a company which has become known for taking clients’ ideas and initiatives and turning them into art in motion. Nik’s intuition for storytelling, and his heart for others in everyday life set him apart in the highly saturated entertainment industry.
JOSH LOPEZ Acquisitions and Talent Executive Producer
20 year veteran in the entertainment industry as a talent agent and manager representing actors, models, musicians, and professional athletes. Josh has been a catalyst in launching the careers of several individuals in the US, Latin America and European markets. Josh left the secular side of Hollywood to pursue “projects with a purpose”. Josh and business partner Keith Chester began producing several tv shows and films. Josh also co-founded The MI Agency and the Rocket Lava Network.
KEITH CHESTER Creative Director Executive Producer
With over 25+ years in the entertainment industry, Keith has managed and produced several recording artists, actors and television personalities, launching MotionSonic Recording Studios, as well as Record Label, Film and Tech divisions. Keith won the 1997 Katie Award for Journalism and has had his work featured in Forbes Magazine. Keith has won many platinum and gold awards in advertising and marketing, founding The Broadway Agency in 2010 and the Rocket Lava Network with Josh Lopez in 2018.
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Financing Use of funds
Initial round of funding will be spent on the first cinematic release from Conflix Studios entitled TRAIL BLAZERS. $8,000,000.
Sources of Funds
CONFLIX STUDIOS plans to fund its studios and distribution platform with the proceeds of its first movie release TRAIL BLAZERS.
Opportunities for equity positions in ConFlix Studios will be offered to early investors as a “Right of First Refusal” during subsequent funding rounds.
Please inquire at: [email protected]
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Production Co. ConFlix Studios / NamTab Productions Producers Antonio Sabato Jr / Kaya Jones / Nik Tizekker
Project Title Trail Blazers Union/Non Union
Budget Date June 22, 2020 Prepared by Nik Tizekker
Shoot Days Locations New Mexico / Montana
ABOVE THE LINE
10-00 Development Costs 1 $14,500
11-00 Story & Rights 1 $70,000
12-00 Producer Unit 1 $750,000
13-00 Director & Staff 1 $175,000
14-00 Cast 1 $1,413,000
15-00 Travel & Living 1 $114,500
Total Above the Line $2,537,000
PRODUCTION EXPENSES
20-00 Production Staff 2 $125,000
21-00 Extra Talent 2 $0 22-00 Set Design 2 $60,000
23-00 Set Construction 2 $0
24-00 Set Pre-rig & Strike 2 $0
25-00 Set Operations 2 $36,000
26-00 Set Dressing 2 $0
27-00 Property 2 $546,000
28-00 Wardrobe 2 $105,000
29-00 Electric 2 $61,000
30-00 Camera 2 $572,000
31-00 Production Sound 2 $175,000
32-00 Make-up & Hair 2 $60,000
33-00 Transportation 2 $40,000
34-00 Locations 2 $110,000
35-00 Picture Vehicles & Animals 2 $0
36-00 Special Effects 2 $0
37-00 Visual Effects - Post 2 $0
38-00 Film & Lab 2 $0
39-00 BTL Travel 2 $111,600 Total Production $2,001,600
POST-PRODUCTION EXPENSES
45-00 Film Editing 3 $225,000
46-00 Music 3 $150,000
47-00 Visual Effects 3 $0
48-00 Post Production Sound 3 $100,000
49-00 Post Production Film & Lab 3 $0
Total Post Production $475,000
OTHER EXPENSES
55-00 Publicity 4 $5,000
56-00 Legal & Accounting 4 $25,000
57-00 General Expense 4 $0
58-00 Insurance 4 $1,000,000
Total Other $1,030,000
Bond Fee 0% $0
Contingency 10% $604,360 GRAND TOTAL $6,647,960