I have noticed a few things. I was watching a webisode not too long ago.
It was very good Story wise, camera wise, audio wise also. It was just a
couple of scenes that I thought were just a little dark. Lighting wise that is.
Admittedly , they were night scenes which is always a bit difficult. You need
to create adequate light without being overpowering. Sometimes you have to
be creative when it comes to light sources. Even a flashlight with a gel rubber
banded over it can be just enough to help create the mood. M. Knight Shaymalan
uses Red and Blue to help create the sense of danger and safety. It can be a
really neat trick.
Now we have also had are first official meeting for Bunker of Blood. It was good
seeing some of our friends and quite a number of new faces. It means that this
movie might be one of our best yet.
I will soon be making my annual pilgrimage to DRAGONCON. And I have to say
excitement is not the word for this show. A four day multi-genre bacchanal is close.
Meeting old friends and some new ones. Catching up with family. And one of the
Gods of comicdom STAN “EXCELSIOR” LEE is up on the guest list.
Now its looking like 3 more shows are coming up. So come on out to our meet
and greets. We are always happy to talk , give advice , take your money, etc.
I will give out more info those shows when it become available.
So to close this episode Reel Believers and I shall borrow from Stan himself
and say NUFF SAID.
Hear me every one ! Some news and advice from on high.
Today we mark the passing away of someone who has made the Hollywood lifestyle
what it was. Patricia O’Neal is gone. While many know here from Hud to A Face in the Crowd.
It was The Day the Earth Stood Still, one of my top ten faves, that I knew her best from. Yes the
50’s Commie scare sci fi classic where the immortal words of KLAATU BARADA NIKTO were
first mentioned with both fear and awe . From the small town roots of Kentucky to New York and
California. From unknown to popularity, From scandal to fame. One of the few remaining Icons of
Hollywood treasure is no longer with us. You may cry now.
Now the advice. I have been back from The Fright Night and I am still going thru
a few items. However some things I have heard makes me have the need to say
something.
Item one - If you don’t have the money to go to the show. DON’T GO !! I know of at least a
couple of examples of people who went on somebody else’s dime and more than likely will
not pay that person back. So don’t be a MOOCH!!!
Item two - beware of the alcohol. This is usually pretty self explanatory but remember
kids, Alcohol and cameras are hardly ever a good mix. there were some things going
on which I wish I could erase from my mind but now that it is on tape it becomes good
blackmail footage.
item 3 - Always know where your hotel room is in relation to the con area.
Item 4 - Go for the late checkout. If you can’t get them on the phone to do it,
just go down to the desk.
Item 5 - EARPLUGS !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Item F - Always look around the area after you pack everything up. Just in
case you miss anything.
item G - Snackage. Please bring some type of snack food to your room.
It will come in handy later.
There are many rules and laws for specific types of cons. And many
websites that have other rules. So please consult your good computer
for these.
So off with you, and please remember these parting words. Wapumm Glumpfnik.
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Hello again unreality !
I just got back from the Fright Night Film Festival. And I do have a bit of news.
First of all - Congratulations to Jerry Williams for winner an award for Best Sci-Fi
Short Film. I worked with Jerry a long time and he does deserve it. Santa Clause
Versus the Zombies had a full house. While we had a few walk outs, I suspect they
were expecting a full bloody zombie beat down and not a family type of feature.
Their loss! Plus I’m sure that others who had a film in another room they also wanted
to see. I know Red River was played in another room with the show times having a
bit of an overlap. So that means people have to pick and choose.
Plus Tucky Williams had a standing room only crowd when Her and her boys showed
the premier of Girl/ Girl Scene Episode # 2. In which I happen to make an appearance.
I shall be looking at it on-line this week.
Of course its the get togethers after, where the weirdness happens. It doesn’t seem like
film makers can get together without consuming mass quantities of alcohol and not be
acting like crazy people. Of course they usually are a bit crazy in the first place. That is
why we are like we are. Now I admit I am a bantam weight when this subject comes around.
However I did try some ancient concoction called Absinthe. Now I know why fire and alcohol
don’t mix.
I saw a few out of town friends. A big shout out to Ben and Stacey Dixon , Daniel and Amy Taylor
Anissa G. and the Bad twin known as Misty. I know there a few others but I can’t quite remember
everyone. ( Hence the title.)
I won’t be talking about Bunker of Blood this time. There will be plenty of blogs on that
for later.
So that is it for now. I know it doesn’t seem like a lot but when 1 day goes from 6:30 am to
3:30 am , you have had quite a full day indeed. So till I blog again , I must say happy filmmaking.
know I said that I would take some time off. But a few have popped up
That I have to talk about.
First up is A SNEAK PEAK of Santa Clause Versus the Zombies will be showing
at the Fright Night Film Fest in Louisville at the end of July. This will be a quick
down and dirty showing. Not all of the effects and details will be in this version.
I really wish it wouldn’t be shown till its ready. But that is my opinion. I don’t know
what the showtime will be. Hopefully it will be a decent one.
I just saw the movie PREDATORS . It was pretty good, An interesting cast
of characters. But I seem to notice something. The monsters seem to look
alike now. Compare the predators to the monster like the one in The Relic,
Facially the look quite alike. Could it be evolution or the same monster maker
doing the films? On the other hand, the trailer for Machete looks great. It made
me hot for Michele Rodriquez. ( who am I kidding? I already was since Resident
Evil!)
I have heard thru the grapevine about a local going for their SAG card. More power
to them, but I believe it will cut their film opportunities here but 70 % or more. Since
most of regional film makers wouldn’t be able to afford SAG pricing , Heck I be
surprised if most of them even know of the SAG rules and regulations.
That its for this quick bit. Bunker looks to be gearing up and something else
might be coming down the pipe. So catch us at the shows and today’s
word is - N I !
Season’s Greetings everybody! I am happy to say that filming ( barring any pick up shots)
is done for Santa Clause Versus the Zombies. Now the hard editing process has begun.
Thankfully George handles that. (with some minor input from me and others of course.) It was
a Saturday morning with a bit of rain in the forecast. It did rain on me by the way.
Back to the studio I go. We had set things up to look like a basement. On the cast list was
one very hot chick ( Alex Del Monacco ) and a few others.
Santa , Phil, Cass, and the elves Dave and Fred. Plus a very creepy zombie.
Our resident LFB plays the zombie in question.
We did several scenes including a nice salute to the A-Team with a montage. a creepy fight scene.
a heartbreaking scene or two. We used some new equipment and overall it was just a day where
every thing was wrapped up nicely. Its always a bit different on the last day of the shoot. Crew not
showing up. Wrong directions being given out. People get into a hurry. Etc , Etc.
At the end of the day, when the last ” that’s a wrap” is called. A flurry of activity begins. Collecting any
last minute info. Putting away equipment. Trying to place everything back to where it was. Then
we got together at the Galaxy Bowling alley. More precisely the bar for some food, drink, and blah
blah blah the hours away.
Now we have a little bit of free time. We have been in contact with a few people in Tenn, Oh, and
in our home state of Kentucky for roles in Bunker of Blood. But right now, the things we are worrying
about are a couple of events to set up. A+ Comics will be having a Independence day sale at
their shop. Guest list include Mark Kidwell from Fangoria Comics, Robert Kirkman who does write
several comics but just got his Walking Dead Comic made into a TV series for cable. Plus us
of course. I am not sure about Fright Night Film Fest or The Scarefest. We just have to try and
see if we can work it into our schedules. But No Promises! And I am still going to DRAGONCON.
Now my reelism students, that is what is going on. I will be back soon.
And now, I shall leave you with this final word. MONTAGE
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