United States — Ekhbary News Agency
Fans of Felicia Day's cult classic web series, "The Guild," have delivered a resounding vote of confidence, propelling its movie adaptation Kickstarter campaign to its $1.5 million goal in an astonishing three hours. This swift success, launched early Monday, ensures the beloved gaming comedy will finally make its way to the big screen, nearly two decades after its initial internet broadcast.
Community Power Overcomes Studio Hesitation
The overwhelming financial support from thousands of dedicated followers, including author Matt Dinniman, starkly contrasts with the challenges Day faced in securing traditional Hollywood backing. Despite the current popularity of nostalgia-driven content and game-related films, studios had previously declined her pitch. This crowdfunding triumph, for what it's worth, unequivocally demonstrates the power of a passionate fanbase to realize projects outside conventional industry channels.
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A Long-Awaited Return to the Renaissance Faire
Originally airing in 2007, "The Guild" chronicled the humorous escapades of an online gaming group attempting to navigate real-life interactions. The series, which ran for six seasons and 70 episodes until 2013, became a pioneering example of independent web content. Day has consistently championed a movie continuation, even vowing to release it as a podcast if necessary. Campaign backers can anticipate rewards ranging from digital releases and Blu-ray copies to unique merchandise like a popcorn bucket and a card game bundle, celebrating this much-anticipated return to the Renaissance faire setting.
