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Let's make a movie.

This isn't just crowdfunding.
It's something so much more.

About

We’re passionate movie-lovers on a mission to help talented filmmakers bring their stories to life. Our approach? We find standout short films—bold, original, and socially relevant—and help turn them into full-length features.

We select one short film at a time to champion. And if selected, we’ll help you package, pitch, and promote your film to our network of investors, supporters, and creatives—working together to raise the funds to produce your feature film and secure its distribution.

Got a powerful short and a feature script to match? Let’s talk!

The old way of funding a movie
simply doesn't work for most.

Features

We're doing things differently.

Led by a serial entrepreneur who’s generated millions for himself and his partners, The Scotch-Irish Connection is driven by the belief that amazing stories aren’t just told—they’re sold. With a sharp eye for what sells, we turn great short films into once in a lifetime opportunities... and fan favorite feature length movies.

How do we do it?

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What does this mean to you?

Collective risk with potential to recoup up to 130% of principal, plus pro-rata share of 50% of the backend.

Current project.

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Logline

After a lifetime of trauma, a lonely, abused outcast spirals into madness, unleashing a nightmarish alter-ego on a rampage of vengeance.

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Synopsis

As a boy, Miron Hickey and his mother were imprisoned by his father’s alcoholic rage. Miron’s only escape was drawing, until he found a way to end the abuse, forging a dark secret with his mother—a burden the two would share the rest of their lives.

 

Now a socially awkward adult, Miron is trapped again—this time caring for his dementia-stricken "Momma," whose only tether to reality is her obsession with pandas. He finds solace in endless college courses, surrounded by students half his age, with no real friends except his dog, Meatloaf—until a tragic accident takes Meatloaf away. 

 

Bullied, heartbroken, and betrayed by his estranged brother and school mates, Miron is pushed to the edge. A devastating accident with Momma shatters his world, unleashing Party Panda—a twisted, violent force of retribution. A darkly comedic descent into madness, Party Panda explores trauma, transformation, and the terrifying power of unbridled rage.

Why we believe in this movie.

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Who we are.

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Dr. Colin T. McDonald

General Partner

Dr. Colin T. McDonald is a world-renowned stroke specialist, former Harvard professor, and visionary thinker whose career defies convention. As an inventor, author, and serial entrepreneur, he’s pioneered groundbreaking innovations in brain science and beyond—earning recognition not only for his clinical precision but for his bold ideas that push boundaries. A fearless investor with a passion for building the future, Dr. McDonald brings curiosity, creativity, and courage to every endeavor. Known as much for his free-spirited nature as his intellectual firepower, he inspires those around him to dream big, act boldly, and live with purpose.

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Kal McRae

Partner

Kal McRae is the owner of Zow Media, a dynamic multi award-winning media marketing company known for bold storytelling and breakthrough campaigns. A seasoned marketing professional and visionary business leader, Kal has collaborated with some of the world’s most iconic brands—including the Oscars, Coca-Cola, Disney, EA, SpaceX, the California Angels, Nickelodeon, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, the NBA, The ESPYS, the Grammy Awards, and the Girl Scouts. With a passion for connecting brands to culture and creativity, Kal brings stories to life that captivate, inspire, engage, and leave a lasting impact.

Plus an unbelievable team of advisors, investors, and industry pros.

Thinking about investing
in a movie?

We're always looking for people who love movies, want to support them, and are ready to go on a creative journey with us.

Heads Up: High Risk
Investing in start-ups of any kind through equity crowdfunding is exciting—but it’s also highly risky. Films The Scotch-Irish Connection invest in are true start-up feature films in a volatile and uncertain industry. 

This site and any corresponding marketing information may include bold predictions and forward-looking statements about movies, strategies, comparables, genres, and potential profits. These are based on historical evidence but also on current assumptions and beliefs that can quickly change with updated, real-time data. Words like “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” and “intend” signal future hopes—not guarantees. Actual outcomes could be wildly different. Don’t rely too heavily on these statements—they reflect only the moment in which they were made, and there's no promise they’ll be updated. Do your own research. Don't invest money you can't afford to lose. And ask questions.

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