All Dog Entertainment

RECLAIM & RESCUED — Proof of Concept (Short Film)

Our micro/low-budget proof of concept short film is officially complete! Based on the award-winning feature screenplay. We are now in active development and packaging.

Logline:
After the sudden death of a beloved animal sanctuary owner, two estranged relatives must choose: let the rescue disappear, or confront the past that drove them apart.

Genre: Character-Driven Family Drama / Romance

In the tonal space of The Proposal × The Lucky One × A Dog’s Purpose

An All Dog Entertainment Production
Directed by Gustavo Peña
Written by Christan van Slyke
Cinematography by Josh Mason

Producers
Gustavo Peña
Sandra Elaine
Christan van Slyke

Associate Producers
Frankie Galvez
Carrie Jeanne

Cast
Sandra Elaine — Vanessa
Eric-Lee Olsen — Devin
Suzanne McGown Brown — Lilianna

Camera Department
Cole Powers — 1st AC
Nathaniel Penrod — 2nd AC

Grip & Electric
Chad Lawrence — Gaffer
Jacob Long — Key Grip
Spencer Judd — Grip

Sound
Adam Hecht — Audio Mixer
Morgan Gall — Boom Operator

Currently seeking:
• Producing partners
• Executive producers
• Financing / co-financing
• Distribution & festival strategy partners
📩 [email protected]

Special thanks to Rusty's Angels Sanctuary for welcoming us and for the compassionate work they do rescuing and protecting animals in need. Learn more: www.rasaz.org

Tomorrow is the day! We’re so excited that Rusty's Angels Sanctuary is opening their location for us to film our next proof of concept.

This project is a big step forward in building momentum and gaining traction for the feature script we have in store—and we couldn’t ask for a more meaningful place to bring it to life.

Grateful, inspired, and ready to create something special. 🎬✨

"Reclaim & Rescued" proof of concept for an award-winning romantic drama feature in development.

After the sudden death of a beloved animal sanctuary owner, two estranged family members are forced back into each other’s lives facing a choice: let the rescue close its doors, or confront the grief, responsibility, and unresolved past they’ve spent years avoiding.

Set within a working Arizona animal rescue, Reclaim & Rescued is a grounded, character-driven story about legacy, second chances, and the quiet courage it takes to fight for what and who matters most.

In the tonal space of The Proposal × The Lucky One × A Dog’s Purpose

This proof of concept is the first step toward the feature as we begin conversations with producing partners, investors, and collaborators seeking emotionally resonant, commercially viable storytelling.

An All Dog Entertainment Production
Directed by Gustavo Peña
Written by Christan van Slyke

Producers: Gustavo Peña, Sandra Elaine, Christan van Slyke
Associate Producers: Frankie Galvez, Carrie Jeanne

Starring Sandra Elaine & Eric-Lee Olsen

📩 [email protected]


More soon.

Tomorrow is the day! We’re so excited that Rusty's Angels Sanctuary is opening their location for us to film our next proof of concept.

This project is a big step forward in building momentum and gaining traction for the feature script we have in store—and we couldn’t ask for a more meaningful place to bring it to life.

Grateful, inspired, and ready to create something special. 🎬✨

Rusty's Angels Sanctuary Rusty’s Angels Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to senior canines over 10.

From award-winning feature screenplay to proof of concept. Gearing up for production this spring in Arizona.

Production begins April 2026 on the proof of concept for RECLAIM & RESCUED, based on the award-winning romantic drama feature screenplay of the same name. We are excited to share this heart warming story with everyone!

When the sudden death of a beloved animal sanctuary owner leaves its future uncertain, two estranged family members must decide whether to let the rescue close its doors or confront the grief, responsibility, and unresolved history they’ve both been avoiding.

Set inside a working Arizona animal rescue, Reclaim & Rescued is a grounded, character-driven story about legacy, second chances, and the quiet courage it takes to fight for what and who matters most.

In the tonal space of
The Proposal × The Lucky One × A Dog’s Purpose

An All Dog Entertainment Production
Directed by Gustavo Peña
Written by Christan van Slyke
DP: Josh Mason

Producers: Gustavo Peña, Sandra Elaine, Christan van Slyke
Associate Producers: Frankie Galvez, Carrie Jeanne

Starring Sandra Elaine, Eric-Lee Olsen, Suzanne McGown Brown

We welcome thoughtful industry conversations regarding the feature adaptation, including inquiries from producers, investors, and collaborators interested in bringing Reclaim & Rescued to the screen.

📩 [email protected]

More soon.

🏆 SILVER AWARD Indie Short Film
🎬 Paris Film Awards
📍 Paris, France

Our indie short film ROOT BOUND continues its festival run with this recognition. Grateful to the jury for honoring our film!

Tired of being someone’s “maybe,” a woman confronts her charming, commitment-phobic boyfriend and realizes she may have outgrown the relationship before he ever chose it.

A grounded, character-driven romantic dramedy short about self-worth, emotional clarity, and the quiet courage it takes to stop waiting. Root Bound explores the moment when potential is no longer enough and choosing yourself becomes the bravest decision of all.

Now continuing its international festival run and in active conversations with short-form distributors and curated streaming platforms championing elevated indie storytelling.

An All Dog Entertainment Production

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Poster Artist
Christan van Slyke

Producers
Sandra Elaine
Josh Mason
Christan van Slyke
Carrie Jeanne



Cast
Emma — .xo
Adam —
Mother —
Lila —
Nina — Madalen Zachry
Mike —
BG —