

Producer’s Statement: Wrench in the Plan
Wrench in the Plan seeks Producers and Financiers, Production Companies and Sales-Distribution Partners to bring it to life… comparable to Se7en, Prisoners, and No Country for Old Men this psychological thriller with razor-sharp dialogue is reminiscent of Tarantino’s finest work.
Why Invest in Wrench in the Plan?
Market Potential: The success of films like Barbarian (BoulderLight Pictures) proves that dark, intelligent thrillers with genre appeal can break through at both the box office and on streaming platforms.
Unique Narrative: A tense, character-driven crime thriller infused with Southern Gothic atmosphere, featuring complex anti-heroes and a menacing villain unlike any before.
Streaming Viability: With the rise of true crime and psychological thrillers on major platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime, Wrench in the Plan is tailor-made for global audiences.
Talent-Attracting Roles: The dynamic, morally ambiguous leads of Agent Winkle and serial killer John Edmund Pike provide a prime opportunity for name actors looking for gritty, prestige performances.
Budget Overview
We have developed three production models to ensure flexibility in financing and execution:
Ultra Low-Budget ($500K) – Indie-focused with emerging talent and strategic cost-cutting.
Mid-Budget ($5.6M) – A balance of strong production values and name actors.
Studio-Level ($21M) – A full-scale production with top-tier cast and high-end cinematography.
A detailed, itemized budget breakdown is available here.
Visual Materials & Proof of Concept
To showcase the vision of Wrench in the Plan, we have produced:
A 40-second trailer that sets the tone and tension.
A 27-minute proof of concept video that demonstrates character depth and cinematographic style.
Both can be viewed at www.wrenchintheplan.com.
How to Get Involved
We are actively seeking:
Producers and Financiers interested in partnering on this gripping, high-concept thriller.
Production Companies looking for strong genre films that stand out in today’s market.
Sales and Distribution Partners who see the potential for a global streaming hit.
For inquiries, investment opportunities, or further discussion, please reach out to jayshirtz@yahoo.com. We look forward to bringing Wrench in the Plan to life and making a film that will resonate long after the credits roll.
Let’s make this happen.
Jay Shirtz
Creator | Writer | Filmmaker
jayshirtz@yahoo.com
www.wrenchintheplan.com
