An Authentically Catholic Film

Fabiola's Mission, Investment Highlights, And Investor Opportunities In Brief

Mission

Fabiola is a religious drama which blends the timely inspiration of the martyrs during the Great Persecution with the emotional depth of a Jane Austen film and the suspenseful plot twists found in Chesterton's Mysteries of Fr. Brown.

Set in ancient Rome and driven by religious conflict, it tells the story of a pagan philosopher who is left with unanswered questions about the underground Christian society.

Investment Highlights:

• Budget: $1.25 million, encompassing production
• This Offering: $1.18 million
• Revenue Projections: Anticipated box office revenue of $4 million with additional revenue from streaming, digital sales, and ancillary streams estimated to exceed $2 million.
• Target Audience: People who hold traditional Christian values, whether they be teenagers, families, mothers and fathers, or senior couples.
• Marketing Strategy: Partnering with influencers, utilizing IndustriousFamily.com's newsletter, website and social media accounts. Targeted and strategic PR.
• Distribution Plan: A blend of pre-screenings in 50 cities, limited theatrical release, selling licenses for private screenings, digital streaming platforms and physical DVDs.

Investor Opportunities:

• Profit Participation: Equity investment options for a share in the film's profits.
• Additional Financing Options: Opportunities for brand integration through sponsorship and small non-investment contributions (crowdsourcing).

Unique Appeal: Fabiola teaches the power and influence of the martyrs, depicts parallels between good and evil places, characters and situations and encourages us in a time becoming more and more like the times that the early Christians faced in Ancient Rome. 

Unique Selling Points:

Christianity today may be something we take for granted as a basic right. But it wasn’t always this way. Before the Christians could preach freely, they had to convert the empire that nearly covered the known world: Rome.

In Fabiola you will meet St. Pancratius the somewhat impetuous youth who removes divine edicts.

You will experience baptisms in the catacombs and martyrdoms in the amphitheater.

You’ll meet Fulvius and his villainous companion Corvinus as they hunt down and turn in Christians for profit. One victim of theirs is the drunkard and the gambler, Torquatus who during a state of despair and cowardice promises to spy on his fellow Christians.

You’ll witness the brave and manly St. Sebastian be martyred not once but twice; first struck by many arrows then surviving only to be cudgeled to death before the emperor.

Virgin martyrs grace the screen as they display the joy of giving oneself as a bride of Christ. No truer statement was ever said than that of St. Sebastian in this film when he prophecies, “The conversion of the empire will be so inhuman, so divine, so much better than anything we can fathom, all must exclaim: ‘Surely this is the change of the right hand of the Most High.’” Yes, this movie is all about hope and change. True Godly hope and divine change.

May the Church, in her days of peace and of victories, never forget what she owes to the age of her martyrs! Or maybe during our own time we can say: May the Church, in her agony, draw hope from her days of peace and of victories and unite her current sufferings with that of her early martyrs.

The creative talent behind Fabiola are all practicing Catholics. You can rest assured then, that this film will uphold moral standards and tell a truly Catholic story. Character depth, setting, and authentic Catholicism make this film unique for audiences. Viewers can be assured:

• Fabiola does not rely on cheap romantic relationships to drive the story forward
• Friendship, enmity, and spiritual growth are all demonstrated through dynamic characters 

The boy martyrs St. Pancratius and St. Tarcisius, the virgin martyrs St. Agnes and St. Emerentiana, and of course the well-known soldier martyr St. Sebastian are portrayed in a new light as they interact with those who surround them in pagan Rome. 

These are not characters who cower to the leaders of their day, but men and women who are not afraid to stand up and defend their Faith against the power of kings even in the face of certain death.

The Vision Of Fabiola: Synopsis, Themes And Genre

It's Rome during the Great Persecution. Yet, Fabiola is about to discover that Christianity is thriving nonetheless. Not only are Christians in the streets and among the poor, but also holding positions of influence surrounding the emperor. But time does not permit Fabiola to delve deeper into this mystery as the Great Persecution breaks out and all those who would enlighten her are wrenched away. Still the seed has been planted. Will it sprout up and then wither because it has no root? Will it be choked by the cares of the world? Or will it instead fall on good ground and bear much fruit?

Fabiola's journey shows the stark contrasts between the good and evil characters that influence her life, causing her to question whether Christianity is right or wrong. This film delves into the trials faced by the early Christians highlighting their willing sacrifice which watered the faith that soon spread through the largest empire in the world. This story also explores how Christianity embraces all people despite their race or placement in history. In this movie you will see Europeans, Asians, Africans and Greeks be welcomed into the open arms of Holy Mother Church.

Fabiola is a masterful fusion of religious drama, historical fiction and adventure, where relatable characters experience joy and sorrow, defeat and victory, glory and humiliation. The film will have a serious tone, exploring the deep questions of salvation with sprinklings of humor and comic relief. The audience will get a good dose of scenes taking place in re-creations of many beloved Catholic locations unique to the Eternal City such as the catacombs as well as the Roman Senate and the Amphitheater.

Directors Mary and Faustina Bowen, known for their project commitment and well rounded understanding of film production, are sure to present you with an impassioned and authentically Catholic rendition of Fabiola.

Talented Christian actors and actresses are sure to bring a dynamic side to the main characters, each of whom experience all of the emotions throughout the film: sorrow, joy, despair, and peace. These actors will be supported by a cast which includes people who have no desire to experience a Hollywood career and would instead like to use their talent for works that glorify God such as Fabiola.

"May the Church, in her days of peace and of victories,
never forget what she owes to the age of her martyrs.
We ourselves are indebted to them."

Market Analysis Of Audience, Expected Film Performance, And Market Trends

Target Audience and Preferences

Fabiola's target audience is people ages 13-70. The film will:

• Inspire hope in Catholic and Christian youth
• Satisfy the middle aged viewers' desire for clean drama
• Give hope of better times to come to the older generation
• Appeal to mature audiences as it delves into themes that will make them think

The story is relatable as it

• Speaks to the children of light who are on the brink of persecution
• Shows early Church characters who react to persecution as we hope to do
• Tells a relatable religious story with inspiring, suspenseful, stirring, and humorous elements 

Performance of Similar Films

Films in this genre see considerable success: 

• In this genre similar scale films make between $3M to $5M in the box-office
• With a $1.25M budget the return on investment is good if Fabiola sees a $3-$5M box-office run

Market Trends Impacting the Film's Success

There are many factors that make this film's success very likely including:

• Independent Catholic movies are gaining traction
• Catholics want movies that are authentically Catholic, not just about characters who are incidentally Catholic
• Fabiola is based on a beloved novel in both English and Spanish speaking countries
• Good production value will impact future investment opportunities
• Fabiola will be available on streaming services as well as physical DVDs, allowing a broader reach beyond theatrical release
• A scene has been released that is now available in English, French, Spanish and Daubi versions, expanding our audience

Marketing: Social Media Campaigns, Strategic Public Relations, Partnerships, And Merchandizing

Word will be spread through Instagram, Gab, and LinkedIn in addition to the Industrious Family Films blog and RSS to targeted audiences, building organic engagement. Another place consistently targeting audience members is through Industrious Family's newsletter. This audience is anxiously anticipating Fabiola.

The Fabiola public relations campaign will include sending press releases to major Catholic media outlets and securing interview opportunities for the cast and directors on established sources for Catholics such as A Catholic Take, Mary's Town Productions, LifeSiteNews, EWTN, The Catholic Current, Mother Miriam Live, and Radio Maria.

Interviews of this nature will play a role in raising awareness about the Fabiola project, attracting the attention of both future audience members and investors.

Collaborations and partnerships have been established in the Catholic independent film industry and will be used to promote Fabiola. These partnerships will include Catholic companies promoting the film to relevant audiences, having a booth at many Catholic events, and spreading the word far and wide through Catholic advertising sources.

The largest demographic of audience members for Industrious Family are Catholics and so places like The Remnant, LifeSiteNews, Latin Mass Magazine and EWTN will be employed to advertise.

This film will also be promoted through radio ads and Clean Media ads. This project will be so well advertised that a Catholic would have to be living under a rock or in his basement not to hear about it. Those involved in the project will also be relied upon to promote this as much as possible to their family and friends!

Limited edition memorabilia such as signed scripts, signed clappers, t-shirts, journals, and posters will boost fan engagement. 

Distribution Strategy And Production Plan

Distribution Plan

A tentative distribution plan for Fabiola is in place. The film will be promoted and distributed over the course of five years. This distribution plan includes:

Year 1

• Pre-screening Fabiola virtually and in theaters in 50 cities with large Catholic populations
• Limited theatrical release
• Submitting Fabiola in film festivals
  
• Attending events which will help promote the film

Years 2-5

• Hosting and attending screenings in 30 Catholic parishes
• Distributing on streaming services that may include PureFlix, Formed, Amazon, and the Industrious Family's membership site
• Distributing physical DVDs through a publisher such as Ignatius Press
• Selling DVDs through online and brick and mortar book stores

Production Plan

The talent behind Fabiola is dedicated to bringing this story to life within the parameters of budget and according to the timeline. In the pre-production phase, a monumental script has been written and is currently undergoing its final critique.

A Catholic Gospel outreach group in Pakistan is being partnered with to source costumes. Locations are being scouted and reliance will be strongly placed on sets mostly created and designed by the production team, but locations in Idaho's versatile landscapes will also be employed as sets to be more budget friendly.

Optimistically speaking, filming may take between 80-120 shoot days. This will allow for intense filming during a handful of weeks before breaking for a few weeks to let our cast and crew recover. 

In post-production, the editor will begin working his magic with the raw footage, turning it into a compelling narrative. A skilled team is working on post-production including our lead editor, an award winning colorist, music composer and veteran visual effects artists who will collaborate closely to craft a film that is both visually stunning and emotionally compelling.

The goal is to have Fabiola ready for festival submissions and distribution channels within 6 months after the completion of principal photography, ensuring the film is timely introduced to the market.

The Creative Talent Behind Fabiola

Director Mary Bowen has been passionate about filmmaking for over a decade, premiering her first full-length film, Outlaws of Ravenhurst, in 2018. Inspired by The War of the Vandée by Navis Pictures, Mary knew early on that she wanted to make movies. Following Outlaws, she proudly premiered Max & Carlota in 2020 and Grisly Grisell in 2022. Now, she looks forward to directing Fabiola, her first full-budget film.

Faustina Bowen has been writing scripts for over five years, but her love of acting is what drives her passion for filmmaking. She has starred in all of Industrious family's previous films and will play Afra in Fabiola. Faustina not only rehearses lines and works with actors on delivery, but she also leads dry runs, keeps track of the scripts, and knows them by heart—making her invaluable during editing. She is also currently managing investments for Fabiola.

Kathleen Bowen, along with Mary and Faustina, helped build Industrious Family, LLC. As the chief financial advisor and producer, Kathleen oversees casting and production budgets alongside her husband Matt. She also serves as the company’s website director and lead content writer.

The Fabiola cast features talented young actor Kaleb McConner as Fulvius. With four years of professional experience in film and theater, Kaleb’s dedication and enthusiasm for the role stood out during auditions, making him the perfect choice to bring Fulvius to life.

Emily Hawk joins the cast in the lead role of Fabiola. With her background in theater, Emily brings both strength and complexity to her characters. Her portrayal of Fabiola, a woman torn between pride and inner conflict, captivated the team during auditions. The Bowen family is excited to see Emily bring Fabiola’s journey to conversion to the screen.

Music Forge, a composer known for his work on Clamavi De Profundis, will compose the soundtrack for Fabiola. This marks his fifth collaboration with Industrious Family Films. His versatility spans multiple genres, from cinematic and epic to folk and pop, and his original compositions will add depth and emotion to the film.

Fabiola marks the Bowen Family’s seventh production since they began making films together in 2017. As producers, Matt and Kathleen Bowen have been supportive in all these films. Matt heads set construction and is the chief technician on set, while Michael Bowen serves as Head of Art. Becket, Patrick, and Declan Bowen make up the production crew, with Becket and Patrick as Head Grips, and the younger Bowens assist on set, continuing the family tradition of learning every aspect of filmmaking.

The Fabiola team also includes award winning film colorist Aaron Kessler and editor/actor Alejandro Rodriguez. Laura Ruth and Francis Thomas contribute their talents in both acting and overseeing public relations and marketing. Ryan and Sean Mahaney, eager to help bring the full film to life, are also key members of the crew.

Industrious Family Films is committed to casting Christian actors who are passionate, talented, and motivated, drawing from Catholic and Protestant performers across the United States. With this talented lineup, backed by over a decade of experience, Fabiola promises to be a standout project. One scene has already been produced, and you can be confident that the same high quality will carry through to the full film.

Financial Breakdown And Investment Opportunity

Financial Breakdown

Projected revenue

• Based on recent successes of faith based films and faith literate films, an estimated box office revenue is projected to be around $4 million, with an additional $2 million from streaming services, DVD sales and screening licenses over a two year post-release.

Financial Plan:

• Maximizing Revenue: Strategic marketing to target audiences, submissions to film festivals for recognition, and securing distribution deals with both theatrical and streaming platforms.
• Minimizing Risk: Prioritizing a stress free experience for cast and crew, consistently seeking cost effective and budget friendly ways to keep production costs low. 

Investment Opportunity

1. Equity Investments:
    -Minimum Investment: $1,500
    -Each unit is priced at $500, so investors can only invest in increments of $500.
   -Expected Return on Investment: Equity investors will receive a pro rata share of the film's net profits based on their investment. This includes recoupment of the initial investment plus 20% of the investment.

No Loan Investments Will Be Considered

Benefits For Investors

Investors will enjoy several benefits, depending on their level of investment:

• Invitations to Premieres: Investors will receive exclusive invitations to the film's premieres, including red carpet events and after-parties.
• Profit Participation: Investors will have the opportunity to share in the financial success of the film, with the potential for modest returns.
• Behind-the-Scenes Access: Investors will gain behind-the-scenes access to the filmmaking process, including set visits and interactions with the cast and crew.
• VIP Film Merchandise: Investors will receive VIP film merchandise, including limited-edition posters, DVDs, and other memorabilia.
• Associate Producer Credit: Investors who invest over $140,000 will be credited as Associate Producers of the film.
• Executive Producer Credit: Investors who invest over $350,000 will be credited as Executive Producers in the film.

Investing in Fabiola is an investment in authentically Catholic entertainment. It builds up our culture and supports the arts. The children of light must resist the children of darkness and strive to create good and beautiful art including the art of cinema. When you invest in Fabiola you invest in Catholic art.

Most of the Fabiola cost will be covered by investments, with the remaining funds coming from crowdsourcing and other financing avenues.

Pro Rata Return Scheme

To provide a clear and fair return on investment, the following pro rata return scheme is proposed:

1. Revenue Sharing: Investors will receive a pro rata share of 50% of the net profits.
2. Recoupment Priority: Investors will be given priority in recoupment. Before any profits are distributed to other stakeholders, including producers and cast members, investors will first recoup their initial investment.
3. Profit Distribution: Once the initial investments are fully recouped, profits will be distributed among investors and other stakeholders according to the agreed-upon percentages.
4. Reporting: Regular financial reporting will be provided to all investors, detailing revenue generated and distributions made.

This pro rata return scheme is designed to ensure that investors are fairly compensated for their contributions, reflecting their stake in the success of Fabiola. The scheme is structured to prioritize investor recoupment, while also providing the potential for modest profit based on the film's performance.

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