JAPAN NIGHTA Film by James Jackson Leach
Campaign June 2026

When Mystical Orbs
Choose Their Masters

A multi-generational saga of power, brotherhood, and destiny.
Where ancestral spirits clash with mortal ambition.

Campaign launches June 2026 • Join 18 months of exclusive updates

The Epic

True Power Lies in the Spirit of One's Ancestry

In feudal Japan, the Hiragi clan safeguards mystical orbs—ancient vessels of supernatural power that bridge the physical and spiritual realms. For generations, they've protected these sacred artifacts from those who would exploit them.

When the power-hungry Chikara Oizumi orchestrates a brutal monastery massacre, young Gakuto vows vengeance. But as the years pass and alliances shift, former friends become enemies. The line between protector and destroyer blurs.

From monastery raids to mansion infiltrations, culminating in a god-like cliff-side battle where former brothers confront their destinies—this is an epic where every choice echoes through generations.

Multi-Generational Saga

Years of conflict spanning multiple timelines and character arcs

Mystical Martial Arts

Supernatural powers meet authentic martial arts philosophy

Moral Complexity

Brotherhood, vengeance, and redemption in shades of gray

The Vision

A World of Atmospheric Dark Fantasy

From moonlit battles to mystical confrontations, every frame tells a story of power and destiny

Warriors charging into epic battle

Epic Set Pieces

Dynamic action choreography meets cinematic storytelling

Moonlit battle with mystical elements

Supernatural Atmosphere

Where the spiritual dimension bleeds into reality

The Visionary

Proven Director. Ambitious Vision.

James Jackson Leach has delivered multiple completed feature films, including Call Me Brother (2018, Florida Film Festival) and Dirty Weekend (2015, starring Matthew Broderick). Known for completing ambitious projects on micro-budgets—Call Me Brother was shot in just 12 days.

With Japan Night, Leach pivots from indie comedy to dark fantasy martial arts epic, bringing the same fearless storytelling and production discipline to a world of mystical orbs, ancestral spirits, and supernatural combat.

Multiple completed features
Festival premiere experience
Proven micro-budget delivery
$350K
Production Goal
2027
Principal Photography
2028
Target Release
Founding Backers

Expected Reward Tiers

These are indicative tiers for the June 2026 campaign. Early subscribers get first access to limited early bird pricing—potentially 30-50% off.

Digital Supporter

$25-35
  • Digital download upon 2028 release
  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes updates
  • Digital art book & concept collection
  • Name in digital credits

Physical Collector

$50-75
  • Everything in Digital tier
  • Limited edition Blu-ray/DVD
  • Signed concept art print
  • Physical credits listing
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Patron Producer

$150-250
  • Everything in Physical tier
  • Associate Producer credit
  • Exclusive production diary access
  • Virtual Q&A with director

Executive Backer

$500+
  • Everything in Patron tier
  • Executive Producer credit
  • Set visit invitation (2027)
  • Private premiere screening
  • Signed screenplay

All pricing is indicative for campaign planning. Final tiers and early bird discounts announced June 2026.

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Be first to access exclusive early bird pricing, limited rewards, and 18 months of behind-the-scenes updates before the June 2026 campaign launch.

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Questions

Everything You Need to Know

When does the crowdfunding campaign launch?

The official campaign launches in June 2026. By subscribing now, you'll get first access to limited early bird pricing—potentially 30-50% off standard rewards.

When will the film be completed?

Principal photography begins in 2027, with the film targeting a 2028 release. Backers will receive exclusive behind-the-scenes updates throughout production and festival premiere access.

Is this right for me?

If you love atmospheric dark fantasy like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets darker anime aesthetics, appreciate martial arts cinema with philosophical depth, or want to support ambitious indie filmmaking, this is for you.

What makes Japan Night different?

This is a multi-generational epic exploring mystical power, ancestral spirits, and moral complexity—not typical martial arts action. Director James Jackson Leach brings a proven track record of delivering completed features on micro-budgets.

Why subscribe before the campaign?

Early subscribers are first to access exclusive early bird pricing, limited reward tiers, and founding backer bonuses. Plus you'll be part of the community from day one with exclusive pre-campaign updates.

JAPAN NIGHT

An epic dark fantasy martial arts film

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