Help Bring John Clarke’s Story to the Screen

John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot is a cinematic feature film about one of the most consequential—and largely forgotten—figures in the history of American Religious Freedom.

 

After more than a decade of research and development, the project is entering its final development phase. We are seeking major donors, sponsors, and philanthropic partners who believe John Clarke’s extraordinary story deserves to reach a national and international audience.

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MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION

John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot is fiscally sponsored by From the Heart Productions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions made through our fiscal sponsor in support of the project may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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​For major gifts, sponsorship opportunities, or partnership inquiries:

Andrea M. Clarke
Producer, Screenwriter, Director
info@metatronproductions.com 
 

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The Novel — First 1,000 Books

$17,000 Goal

Our immediate goal is to raise $17,000 to fund the first 1,000-copy printing of

John Clarke – The Fight for Soul Liberty. The novel is the prelude to the

feature film John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot—an expansive, in-depth

telling of a remarkable story that has never before been told in this way.

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Years of historical research have made it possible to go far beyond what can

ultimately fit on the screen: bringing to life the people, conflicts, political intrigue,

religious persecution, and extraordinary events surrounding John Clarke’s fight

for Soul Liberty.

 

The first edition will be produced by Maple Press in York, Pennsylvania, an American

book manufacturer whose history dates to 1901. This first 1,000-copy printing is an

important milestone for the entire project. It puts the full story into readers’ hands,

begins building the audience for the feature film, and creates momentum as

John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot moves through final development.

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Novel Sponsorship

Support for the novel can help fund:

• The first 1,000-copy print run

• Book promotion and grassroots outreach

• Author readings and appearances

• Opportunities to introduce John Clarke’s story to readers, organizations, churches, historical groups, and other communities

• Audience building for the feature film

Our Goal: $17,000 to put the first 1,000 books into production this fall.

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Final Development & Packaging

$120,000 Goal

The next major milestone is completing the final development and professional packaging of John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot to position the feature film for financing and production.

Our goal for this phase is $120,000.

This funding will allow us to complete the critical creative, financial, legal, and production work required to move the film forward.

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​​Complete the Feature Film Screenplay

Finalize the screenplay and continue refining John Clarke’s expansive story into a powerful cinematic experience—while preserving the history, characters, conflicts, and human story at its heart.

 

Production Analysis, Budgeting & Scheduling

Take the completed screenplay through the detailed work required to prepare a feature film for production, including:

• Professional script and financial analysis

• Scene-by-scene production breakdowns

• Production requirements and preliminary planning

• Detailed production budget and financing scenarios

• Proposed filming schedule

 

Location Research & Scouting

Conduct key location visits and production research in New England, as well as Ireland and the United Kingdom, where critical chapters of John Clarke’s story unfolded.

Beyond identifying historically and visually appropriate locations, this work will evaluate production feasibility, local crews and resources, logistics, costs, permissions, and potential film incentives.

 

Build the Key Creative & Production Team

Identify and begin assembling the key people needed to bring the film to the screen,

potentially including:

• Producing partners

• Key cast

• Director of photography

• Production designer and costume designer

• Other essential creative and production collaborators

 

Legal, Rights & Chain of Title

Complete the legal foundation required for professional film financing and production, including underlying intellectual property, copyright and chain of title, agreements, releases, and entertainment legal review.

 

Visual & Pitch Materials

Create and refine the professional materials needed to communicate the vision and scope of the film, including:

• Film lookbook

• Pitch deck - Synopsis and treatment

• Character and location materials

• Financing and production presentations

• Trailer and other visual presentation materials

 

Financing & Production Strategy

Develop the strategy and materials necessary to take the film into financing, including:

• Production incentives

• Potential financing structures

• Prospective producing partners

• Financiers and investors

• Lead Talent

• Distributors

• Other strategic industry relationships

 

Marketing, Branding & Audience Development

Continue building the audience and public presence for John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot as the project moves toward production, including:

• Social media marketing and content development

• Grassroots outreach and campaigns

• Film and project branding

• Website and digital marketing

• Audience development and engagement

• Outreach to religious freedom, historical, educational, faith, and other aligned communities

• Publicity and promotional materials

• Building awareness for the novel and feature film as interconnected parts of the larger John Clarke project

• Audio drama adaptation under consideration as a potential future extension of the project

Developing an identifiable audience before production provides valuable momentum for the film and strengthens the project as it moves into financing, casting, and distribution conversations.

 

Industry Opportunities

Support strategic opportunities to introduce John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot to audiences, filmmakers, prospective partners, and members of the industry.

Funding may support:

• Trailer screenings and presentations

• Film festival participation when appropriate

• Industry events and meetings

• Promotional materials

• Registration and submission expenses

• Necessary travel and lodging associated with these opportunities

These opportunities can expand awareness of the project, develop industry relationships, and build momentum as the feature moves toward production.

 

Development Travel & Industry Meetings

Support the location work, travel, meetings, and strategic industry conversations necessary to advance the project through packaging and toward production.

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Complete the Film Package

Bring the screenplay, production analysis, budget, schedule, locations, legal foundation, key creative relationships, historical research, visual materials, and financing strategy together into a professional package for prospective producing partners, financiers, talent, and distributors.

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The objective: Move John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot from final development into the strongest possible position for financing, casting, and production.

Final Development & Packaging Goal: $120,000

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Support the Project

John Clarke – America’s Forgotten Patriot is fiscally sponsored by From the Heart Productions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions made through our fiscal sponsor in support of the project may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

 

MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION

For major gifts, sponsorship opportunities, or partnership inquiries:

Andrea M. Clarke
Producer, Screenwriter, Director
info@metatronproductions.com