DIE HEIMAT - WWII Short

Prairie Star Productions supports and encourages the production of student films and is currently involved in supporting the production of  "Die Heimat", a WWII Short written by two Northern Illinois University students.  The filmmakers are currently casting WWII Re-enactors for several parts in this short film.  You must be a WWII Re-enactor to qualify for a role in this film, or be well versed in WWII history and have access to a WWII period correct uniform and blank firing weapon.

The short story, “Die Heimat”, tells the story of one US infantryman who befriends a German POW after a raid and makes an effort to show that humanity can exist among enemies. 

This will be an all volunteer project, but they promise everyone involve a great time and are planning on giving a copy of the film and end credit to each participant. They are also planning on providing some ammo to cover participant’s expenses.  Any additional donations to the project in the way of props, vehicles, food for snacks and meals, ammo, in-kind services, would all be greatly appreciated and would receive an additional credit in the film as a sign of their appreciation.

Plans for the film include submitting it to several short film festivals through out the year.

The details and needs of the film are as follows:

Basic Film Info:
Date: the 23rd of August. The 24th being a backup/rain date.

Time: 7 AM to Approximately 8:30 PM

Location: Yorkville, Illinois

Compensation: meals, credit, copy of the film, and some ammo reimbursement.

 
Plot/Storyline: The film is a short, under 15 minutes in length. It takes place near the close of the war in Germany. A US infantry unit tries to take a German position and succeeds, if only marginally, all but one GI and German are killed. The German, now a POW, and the GI find 'common ground'.

 

Casting Needs:
1944 Impressions and Looks:

 

• Minimum of 3 Germans (NOT SS, one NCO, 2 privates)
  
   
• Minimum of 4 US Infantrymen (NOT specialized [mountain, airborne, etc.] one NCO, one medic, 2 privates)
  
   
• A German Impression (uniform, field gear, weapon)

• A few additional soldiers beyond our minimum needs would be fine.  We are not looking to turn any volunteers away.  All are welcome.

If you are interested in participating and or helping out on this film or have items or services you would like to donate to the project, please email Kyle Burson at k.burson@sbcglobal.net .