Chance is the directing debut of actress Amber Benson (best known from her role as Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer). Benson directed, wrote, produced and starred in this 2002 independent film. Featuring many of Benson's co-workers from Buffy, including co-star James Marsters (Spike, Buffy the Vampire Slayer), the film was estimated to cost $25,000 to make.
As documented on Chance's official site, the cost of making the film ended up being...
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Chance is the directing debut of actress Amber Benson (best known from her role as Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer). Benson directed, wrote, produced and starred in this 2002 independent film. Featuring many of Benson's co-workers from Buffy, including co-star James Marsters (Spike, Buffy the Vampire Slayer), the film was estimated to cost $25,000 to make.
As documented on Chance's official site, the cost of making the film ended up being more than triple the estimate. Though Benson originally thought that she would foot the bill herself, she decided to ask fans for support. Signed photos of Benson on the set of the film, as well as scripts and props were sold to raise money.
Amber Benson's production company, Benson Entertainment, distributes the movie on DVD and video.
Chance is a twentysomething slacker living in Los Angeles, who relies on a trust fund for finances. Her friend Simon, a not very successful telemarketer who is self-conscious about his body odor, has been...
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