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Title: The President’s Turkey

Tagline

“One scrappy bird on one big mission on one unforgettable Thanksgiving.”

Logline

When a scrawny turkey escapes the farm to rescue his plump sweetheart from becoming Thanksgiving dinner at the White House, he embarks on a wild, hilarious journey of love, courage, and chaos that captures the heart of the President and a nation.

Synopsis

Penny, a big and happy hen, and Scraps, a skinny turkey, live together in harmony on a rural farm. However, when Penny is selected to participate in the Thanksgiving meal at the White House, their perfect life is upended. In order to save her, Scraps flees the farm and braves the woods, the city streets, and the busy White House. Along the way, he faces off against the arrogant bully turkey Gobbleton, who also finds himself on the President’s dinner menu.

After a series of comedic and heartfelt adventures, Scraps’ determination and love win over everyone—including the President, who grants a pardon to both turkeys. Together, Scraps and Penny find a new life of freedom at an animal sanctuary, proving that even the smallest hero can make a big difference.

Comparables

  1. “A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon”

    • Budget: $4 million
    • Global Box Office: $41 million

  2. “The Secret of Kells”

    • Budget: $1.5 million
    • Global Box Office: $8 million

  3. “Ernest & Celestine”

    • Budget: $3 million
    • Global Box Office: $8.1 million

  4. “My Life as a Zucchini”

    • Budget: $1.5 million
    • Global Box Office: $5.6 million

Budget Breakdown (Estimated $1.5 Million)

  • Animation Production: $900,000
  • Voice Acting: $150,000
  • Music and Sound Design: $100,000
  • Post-Production: $150,000
  • Marketing: $200,000

Themes & Tone

  • Themes:

    • Love conquers all.
    • Even the smallest hero can make a big impact.
    • The power of kindness and second chances.

  • Tone:

    • Whimsical, heartfelt, and comedic, in the vein of Zootopia and A Shaun the Sheep Movie.

Audience Appeal

  • Target Audience:

    • Families with children aged 6–12.
    • Fans of wholesome, animal-centered stories with humor and heart.

  • Broad Appeal:

    • Thanksgiving-themed films are evergreen and appeal to international audiences due to universal themes of love and courage.

 

Marketing Strategy

  1. Digital Campaigns:

    • Engaging social media content, including trailers, turkey-themed memes, and interactive games.

  2. Holiday Timing:

    • Release near Thanksgiving for maximum seasonal impact.

  3. Merchandising:

    • Plush toys of Scraps and Penny.
    • Children’s books and activity kits.

  4. Partnerships:

    • Collaborations with animal sanctuaries and educational groups to highlight themes of compassion.

Team

Director: Will be experienced in family animation, with a background in storytelling.
Possibilities include the likes of Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis best known for the 2019 animated feature Away, and Italian director Chiara Malta among others.

Producers: Are budget-savvy with credits in independent animated films.

Animation Studio: Rosales Animation and Organized Productions will be partnering with cost-effective, high-quality studios specializing in 2D animation.

Call to Action

  • Estimated Box Office Potential:

    • Following the above comparable films, a modest release could yield $5–10 million globally, with additional revenue from VOD and merchandising.

  • Investment Appeal:

    • Low production cost for high ROI potential.
    • Seasonal family films consistently perform well, with broad international marketability.

Let’s bring “The President’s Turkey” to life and give audiences a Thanksgiving story they’ll cherish for years to come. Join us in making this heartwarming tale a reality!