It's been revealed today that Blackflight Studios has started production on The Mark, a quirky comedy that takes us back to a simpler time when dial-up was the portal to cyberspace, pro-wrestling was everyone’s favourite reality show, and LaserDisc was the superior home entertainment format.
The film follows Mark Valentine (Robby Owenby), a down-on-his-luck IT guy who gets sucked into a secret backyard wrestling ring after renting a mysterious VHS tape from the local rental emporium. "Mosh Pitt Wrestling Association" is led by aspiring lady pro-wrestler Maggie Lightning (Laurie Catherine Winkel) and a band of extravagant misfits in homemade costumes, who battle it out in a makeshift wrestling ring in front of an audience of profane old ladies, shirtless rednecks, and, well, kids.
The Mark is described as a story of acceptance, friendship, and dealing with life growing up in a small town and boast an impressive ensemble made up of Robert Walker-Branchaud (Stranger Things), Gunner Willis (Eastbound and Down), Kelly Johns (Game Night), and Skyler Joy (Crazy Lake, Ma).
The Mark is written and directed by Joseph Lavender (Ghost Witch) and co-written by Jonathan Realz. A number of current and former pro wrestlers are expected to star and a crowdfunding campaign for the film has just launched on SEED&SPARK to raise additional funds for production. The film is expected to wrap in September and be ready for release by May of 2019 so stay tuned for updates.