Faith. A belief in something for which there is no proof.
Many who put their faith in a divine being, call on that God in times of need. But what if, that belief is pushed to an unmeasurable extreme? What if the end of the world as you know it has come. What if, the dead rose from the grave and ate your wife, or aunt, or brother, or child? Do you still believe in god’s plan?
John still believes in his god’s plan and in the purpose his god has for him. He still prays every morning and many more times during the day than he used to. Despite the world collapsing around him, he still has faith.
Thomas on the other hand has survived and will continue to survive from one day to the next. He knows the people in this deserted campground need his skills with a rifle. And shooting one zombie today, means one less zombie tomorrow.
John would give anything to bring Thomas to the light and show him that god’s plan has brought them together. That these skills are gifts and to cherish this community they are a part of. But Thomas would give anything for some peace and quiet.
The Village meets The Book of Eli while walking through the Land of the Dead
It would be easy to put the film in a dystopian and dark landscape of death and despair. But the contrast between the two characters lends itself to be much more. Therefore, the trees are still full, the grass still grows, the birds still sing. It’s only the dead that are walking. The earth lives on and continues to provide for this community. A hearty garden and plenty of scrap wood for the fire. Only, be sure to keep your head about you and ALWAYS make sure the Guardsmen on the watch towers know you’re there.
Mike Kasper is one talented Designer to watch out for. He may be fairly new to the role, but he is quickly gaining experience as has started his own prop house, so we’re in great hands!
Marta Styler is our Costume Designer and she brings decades of experience from modern to period to the wildly imaginative.
Amanda Tozser is a phenomenal makeup artist and together they will bring an unreal to the undead.