The Curse of the Prospector In the world of legends and folklore, there are many tales of curses that befall those who dare to disturb sacred grounds or coveted treasures. One such legend is known as the Curse of the Prospector, a cautionary tale that serves as a warning to those who seek great wealth at any cost. The story begins in a small mining town nestled deep within the mountains. This town thrived on the riches that lay beneath the surface, and countless prospectors flocked to the area in search of their fortune. One such prospector was a man named Henry, who was consumed by his desire for gold and riches. Henry would toil tirelessly, day and night, digging into the earth in search of the precious metal.
A western-themed horror film entitled “The Prospector’s Curse” has wrapped production near the remote town of Ponty Pool, Ontario. Set during the Klondike Gold Rush of the 1890’s, the darkly comedic short is Written and Directed by Josh Heisie (‘Mail Order Bride’), Produced by Bruno Marino (‘Anything Goes’) and is currently in Post Production in Toronto, Canada. The talent lineup for “The Prospector’s Curse” includes David Roberts (‘Curious and Unusual Deaths’), Johnny Quinn (‘Mind’s Eye: The Series’), Amanda Ives (‘I Hate Toronto: A Love Story’) and Robert Nolan (‘Worm’). Rounding out the creative team are Director of Photography Michael Jari Davidson (‘SICK’), and Special Effects Makeup Artist Carlos Henriques (‘Red: Werewolf Hunter’) of The Butcher Shop. Synopsis Theodore “Tubby” Ellsworth and Jack smith are two criminals on the run, lost in the untamed wilderness. When they stumble across a mutilated Prospector, dying on Indian ground, they promise to give him a Christian burial. The fugitives break their oath and steal the old man’s gold…but that night, the Prospector’s corpse returns to make them pay!
The talent lineup for The Prospector s Curse includes David Roberts Curious and Unusual Deaths , Johnny Quinn Mind s Eye The Series , Amanda Ives I Hate Toronto A Love Story and Robert Nolan Worm. The only thing I expected from the Yukon gold rush that isn t in this film is snow and I m quite prepared to be shot down for being stereotypical there.
Henry would toil tirelessly, day and night, digging into the earth in search of the precious metal. His obsession grew, and he became blind to the warning signs around him. Local villagers spoke of a curse that befell those who took more than their fair share of the gold.
First Info and One-Sheet for The Prospector’s Curse
The 49er. I’m not talking about the San Fran type that was just a couple of bobbled balls away from the Super Bowl this year… I’m talking about the real thing. The water panning, gold tooth wearing, scraggly haired, crazy eyed character from early American history. That’s what we’re looking at in the upcoming short The Prospector’s Curse.
Yukon Cornelius be damned. You know these early prospectors had to be a little unbalanced. You can’t just sit with a pan in the water all day hoping gold will wash up into it without being a little touched. It’s this fun thought that drives The Prospector’s Curse, which incidentally carries the tagline “There’s blood in them there hills!”. It’s early in 2012, but that is officially one of our favorite tags so far this year.
The film is currently in post-production in Toronto, Canada. For more info visit The Prospector’s Curse Facebook page. A May 2012 release date is planned, but for now dig on the badass poster below.
About The Prospector’s Curse
A western-themed horror film entitled “The Prospector’s Curse” has wrapped production near the remote town of Pontypool, Ontario. Set during the Klondike Gold Rush of the 1890’s, the darkly comedic short is written and directed by Josh Heisie (Mail Order Bride) and produced by Bruno Marino (Anything Goes).
The talent lineup for The Prospector’s Curse includes David Roberts (Curious and Unusual Deaths), Johnny Quinn (Mind’s Eye: The Series), Amanda Ives (I Hate Toronto: A Love Story) and Robert Nolan (Worm). Rounding out the creative team are Director of Photography Michael Jari Davidson (SICK) and Special Effects Makeup Artist Carlos Henriques (Red: Werewolf Hunter) of The Butcher Shop.
Synopsis
Theodore “Tubby” Ellsworth and Jack Smith are two criminals on the run, lost in the untamed wilderness. When they stumble across a mutilated prospector, dying on Native American land, they promise to give him a Christian burial. The fugitives break their oath and steal the old man’s gold, but that night the prospector’s corpse returns to make them pay!
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The film is currently in post-production in Toronto, Canada. For more info visit The Prospector’s Curse Facebook page. A May 2012 release date is planned, but for now dig on the badass poster below.
They spoke of terrible misfortunes, accidents, and even death that followed those who were greedy. But Henry paid no heed to these tales. He believed himself to be more clever than any curse that could befall him. And so, he continued to amass great wealth, taking more and more gold from the mine. As the months went by, the town suffered. Misfortune seemed to trail behind Henry wherever he went. The once prosperous town began to wither and fade, with its people falling into poverty and despair. Accidents in the mine became increasingly frequent, claiming the lives of many. Despite the mounting evidence of the curse, Henry remained defiant. He attributed the misfortunes to mere coincidence and pressed on with his pursuit of wealth. But inside, doubt began to chip away at his resolve. Whispers of the curse haunted his dreams, and he became plagued with guilt and fear. One fateful day, as Henry delved deeper into the mine, the walls came crashing down upon him. Trapped beneath tons of earth, Henry's greed finally caught up with him. It is said that his final moments were filled with regret and a deep sense of remorse. With the death of Henry, the curse was lifted, and the town began to recover. Slowly but surely, prosperity returned to the once desolate village. The tale of the Curse of the Prospector serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked greed and the importance of balance and respect for nature and its hidden powers. In the end, Henry's insatiable desire for wealth ultimately led to his downfall. The moral of the story is clear; one should not let greed blind them to the consequences of their actions. It is a cautionary tale for those who seek riches, reminding us that true wealth lies not in material possessions, but in the lessons we learn and the relationships we forge along the way..
Reviews for "The Prospector's Curse: Stories of Misfortune from the Gold Rush Era"
- John Doe - 2 stars - I found "Curse of the prospector" to be incredibly boring and uneventful. The plot moved at a snail's pace, and the characters lacked depth or development. The supposed scares and thrills fell flat, as there was no genuine suspense or tension throughout the film. Overall, I was highly disappointed and would not recommend wasting your time on this film.
- Jane Smith - 1 star - "Curse of the prospector" was an absolute waste of time. The acting was subpar, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The story was nonsensical and lacked any real substance or originality. I was hoping for a thrilling horror movie, but all I got was poorly executed jump scares and predictable cliches. Save your money and skip this one.
- David Johnson - 2 stars - "Curse of the prospector" failed to live up to the hype for me. The storyline was convoluted and confusing, making it difficult to invest in the characters or their plight. The scares were cheap and relied heavily on loud noises and jump cuts, rather than building up genuine suspense. I left the theater feeling unsatisfied and wishing I had chosen a different movie to watch.