🎤 Invst Guru Founder Series 🎤

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with filmmaker Marine Assaiante, producer of A Dream for Amy — a new female-led vampire horror feature film raising funds on Wefunder.

From indie film financing to horror distribution strategy, Marine shares how her team turned a chilling metaphor for narcissistic parenting into a gripping cinematic story — and how everyday investors can join the journey for as little as $100.

🎥 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How A Dream for Amy redefines the vampire genre with a strong female cast and creative direction

• The realities of independent film fundraising and ROI potential for small-budget horror movies

• Why horror is one of the most profitable genres for streaming and theatrical distribution

• The power of community-driven filmmaking through crowdfunding

• How A Dream for Amy plans to engage fans through film festivals, self-distribution, and Q&A events

👻 About the film:
A Dream for Amy follows a young woman’s desperate attempt to save her friend from a vampiric mother, blending psychological depth with gothic horror. Filmed in New York’s Beacon and Bronx neighborhoods, it’s a dark exploration of manipulation, control, and empowerment.

💡 Support the project on Wefunder:
👉 wefunder.com/adreamforamy

📲 Follow the journey:
Instagram — @adreamforamy_vampiremovie
LinkedIn — Marine Assaiante

#ADreamForAmy #InvstGuru #JeffFuzzyWenzel #MarineAssaiante #Wefunder #IndieFilm #HorrorMovies #Crowdfunding #FemaleFilmmakers #VampireMovie #IndependentFilm #WomenInFilm #FilmInvestment #EquityCrowdfunding“

If any company mentioned is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) raise, all investments must occur through an SEC-registered intermediary platform such as DealMaker Securities, StartEngine, Republic, or Wefunder. No investment terms or returns are discussed here.

Investing in private and early-stage companies involves significant risk, including loss of capital and illiquidity. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.

All opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent endorsements or partnerships by Invst Guru.”

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Michael Machat, founder of Vampire Corp, the company behind the legendary Vampire® and Dracula® brands in wine, spirits, coffee, and chocolate.

What began as a spark of imagination after reading Dracula has become a 30-year journey of brand building, legal mastery, and entrepreneurial persistence. Michael shares how he turned a gothic fantasy into a thriving business empire — complete with award-winning wines from Napa Valley, premium vampire tequila, and absinthe cocktails that win gold medals.

💀 In This Episode:

• How Michael secured global trademarks for Vampire and Dracula

• The wild backstory of bringing “Vampire Wine” to life from Transylvania to California

• The rise of Vampire Spirits, including tequila, vodka, and absinthe RTDs

• What it takes to manage national distribution and alcohol compliance in 40+ states

• Why Vampire Corp’s crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder is creating a new kind of investor–customer community

• Insights into building a lasting consumer brand that’s both fun and premium

🍷 Whether you’re a fan of bold brands, gothic aesthetics, or great business stories, this episode delivers a masterclass in creativity, trademarks, and timeless marketing.

👉 Learn more:
https://vampire.com

#InvstGuru #VampireWine #DraculaWine #JeffFuzzyWenzel #VampireCorp #EquityCrowdfunding #Wefunder #Entrepreneurship #WineBusiness #VampireTequila #GothicBranding #BrandStorytelling

“Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation to invest. Invst Guru and its affiliates are not broker-dealers or investment advisers and do not make recommendations regarding any securities.

If any company mentioned is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) raise, all investments must occur through an SEC-registered intermediary platform such as DealMaker Securities, StartEngine, Republic, or Wefunder. No investment terms or returns are discussed here.

Investing in private and early-stage companies involves significant risk, including loss of capital and illiquidity. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.

All opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent endorsements or partnerships by Invst Guru.”