America Down: The Proof of Concept
Oct 01, 2025 · 6m
Director
Athena LansdellOverview
America Down: The Proof of Concept introduces Jamie Davenport, a resilient 19-year-old navigating the brutal realities of a post-apocalyptic United States. Set in the gritty aftermath of a global pandemic that has decimated the population, this short film explores themes of loss, survival, purpose, and the struggle to overcome a painful past. Created as a fundraising tool, the proof of concept supports the development of the feature-length adaptation of America Down, based on the web series of the same name. Designed to demonstrate the production team's capabilities on a limited budget, the short emphasizes the tone, visual style, and narrative scope of the larger project - offering a powerful glimpse into a devastated America through the eyes of its young protagonist.
Cast of America Down: The Proof of Concept
Crew of America Down: The Proof of Concept
Athena LansdellDirector, Casting Assistant, Location Scout
Lucas HarmonWriter, Executive Producer, Producer, Casting Director, Location Scout
Will Atticus ParkerProducer- Jomo SadlerDirector of Photography, Location Scout
- Grant EnglerEditor
- James GerrardProduction Design, Set Decoration
- Virginia SanfilippoMakeup & Hair, Visual Effects Art Director
Jackson KingFirst Assistant Director, Casting Coordinator- Joe CrewsSound Designer, Production Sound Mixer
- Silas BrownStunt Driver, Location Manager
- Rocky BurgerFirst Assistant Camera
- Henry CareyKey Grip
- Sloan ScrogginGaffer
- Mackenzie ThompsonFirst Assistant Camera, Second Assistant Camera
- Scotte ThurstonKey Grip, Grip
- Wyatt ScruggsGrip, Production Assistant
- Heidel DubéCostume Designer
- Brantley CooperScript Supervisor
- Ella HarmonColorist
- Mike HenderlightLocation Manager
About America Down: The Proof of Concept
What is America Down: The Proof of Concept about?
America Down: The Proof of Concept introduces Jamie Davenport, a resilient 19-year-old navigating the brutal realities of a post-apocalyptic United States. Set in the gritty aftermath of a global pandemic that has decimated the population, this short film explores themes of loss, survival, purpose, and the struggle to overcome a painful past. Created as a fundraising tool, the proof of concept…
When was America Down: The Proof of Concept released?
America Down: The Proof of Concept was released on October 1, 2025.
How long is America Down: The Proof of Concept?
America Down: The Proof of Concept runs 6 minutes.
Who directed America Down: The Proof of Concept?
America Down: The Proof of Concept was directed by Athena Lansdell.
Who is in the cast of America Down: The Proof of Concept?
The cast of America Down: The Proof of Concept includes Lucas Harmon (Jamie Davenport), Ella Grace Schuman (Brinley), Jake Miles Johnston (Liam Davenport), Jeff Brockmeyer (Daryl / Dead Body) and Ty Leech (Cultist).