I would really love to tell you all about my day, but I'm too tired. I'll try and tell you all the details tomorrow - when I have some energy and maybe some pictures to share.
What I will say is that the footage looks gorgeous. I am so incredibly blessed with a talented and patient crew. I love them all. And the cast did amazing - everything was very natural - they really did justice to the words I wrote.
Until tomorrow, I'm crashing...
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
CASTING! Two Juicy Roles Up For Grabs!
Ah, the never ending cycle of change in making movies. And we haven't even gotten to the movie yet!
The script changes that I made on Friday resulted in VO of Dr. Parker and Detective Jones being added back in! These are both juicy principal roles when we start shooting the feature this summer! My goal is to go SAG ultra-low on this, so please submit regardless of union affiliation - my goal is to go with the best actors for the role regardless.
Dr. Parker, principal: Female, will be 40-ish at the beginning of the film and 60-ish at the end, so need a woman who can either be younged down or aged up... She is a kind, caring, juvenile therapist. Likable, huggable. A bit on the matronly side - not glamorous, more like a soft squishy grandma type. Dr. Parker is integral to telling the overall story of the film. VO experience a plus.
Detective Jones, principal: Gender unimportant, mid-30's and up, experienced homicide detective who is called upon to investigate a mysterious murder. Must convey authority, but be likable. Originally written as a role for a man, then changed to a woman, but now the way it is written it could go either way.
If you submitted for Dr. Parker previously, no need to re-submit. as long as you sent me you HS/R, we're good. Otherwise, please submit to jacqgaul@gmail.com. Auditions are tentatively schedule for 4/10.
The script changes that I made on Friday resulted in VO of Dr. Parker and Detective Jones being added back in! These are both juicy principal roles when we start shooting the feature this summer! My goal is to go SAG ultra-low on this, so please submit regardless of union affiliation - my goal is to go with the best actors for the role regardless.
Dr. Parker, principal: Female, will be 40-ish at the beginning of the film and 60-ish at the end, so need a woman who can either be younged down or aged up... She is a kind, caring, juvenile therapist. Likable, huggable. A bit on the matronly side - not glamorous, more like a soft squishy grandma type. Dr. Parker is integral to telling the overall story of the film. VO experience a plus.
Detective Jones, principal: Gender unimportant, mid-30's and up, experienced homicide detective who is called upon to investigate a mysterious murder. Must convey authority, but be likable. Originally written as a role for a man, then changed to a woman, but now the way it is written it could go either way.
If you submitted for Dr. Parker previously, no need to re-submit. as long as you sent me you HS/R, we're good. Otherwise, please submit to jacqgaul@gmail.com. Auditions are tentatively schedule for 4/10.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Our First Glitch!
If you have been following the blog or Facebook page at all you know that things have been going swimmingly for us over here in MJD land. All the pieces have just been falling in to place perfectly and I keep knocking on wood - wondering when the hammer is going to fall and put a big kink in our plans (wow, that's a lot of cliches in one sentence).
Well, it fell last week. No, no, nothing horrible - just our first big glitch. Our darling star got a boo-boo. Nothing that prevents her from working - just from walking... Given that I gave her instructions to wear comfortable shoes because she was going to be doing a LOT of walking, that is a considerable glitch.
Now, I am not one to dwell on the negative. Problems are just solutions waiting to happen. Since the first day I started writing MJD, whenever I came across a glitch it forced me to think through things in a different way - and in the end has made the story much better.
Much as our star's boo-boo is making the teaser script even better. I re-wrote it around her inability to walk, and dagnabbit I like it better the way it is now. Instead of her chasing the action, the action comes to her. It makes more sense and is a more compelling way to introduce her character.
So there you have it. Yeah for glitches!
Well, it fell last week. No, no, nothing horrible - just our first big glitch. Our darling star got a boo-boo. Nothing that prevents her from working - just from walking... Given that I gave her instructions to wear comfortable shoes because she was going to be doing a LOT of walking, that is a considerable glitch.
Now, I am not one to dwell on the negative. Problems are just solutions waiting to happen. Since the first day I started writing MJD, whenever I came across a glitch it forced me to think through things in a different way - and in the end has made the story much better.
Much as our star's boo-boo is making the teaser script even better. I re-wrote it around her inability to walk, and dagnabbit I like it better the way it is now. Instead of her chasing the action, the action comes to her. It makes more sense and is a more compelling way to introduce her character.
So there you have it. Yeah for glitches!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Countdown to Filming!
In 4 days we start filming the teaser for MJD. Shooting scripts and call sheets have been sent out and we are in good shape. Still need some props - but nothing I can't dig up around the house. Or, I have found, put a status update on Facebook about. Amazing how everyone just seems to have exactly what I need at the exact moment I need it. I love it!
Our first shot on Monday will be a lovely bit of dialogue between the main character and her best friend. I am sooo looking forward to the very first words being put on film. Seeing the action in the moment and capturing it all for the rest of you to see - I am totally geeking out right now! It will be a relatively low-key first day - no one is getting killed and there are no kids involved. It will give the crew a chance to work out the kinks before things get crazy on Wednesday!
Speaking of Wenesday, we are filming the complete polar opposite themes of the movie in the same day! In the morning, we will be filming a happy, cheerful scene in a toy store. Merriment and good times will be had by all. Then after lunch, we get to film a murder scene. No kids will be harmed (in real life or on screen) in the making of the murder scene, I promise. Not sure which I am looking forward to more...
So, you likely won't see a blog post between now and late next week. Because I will be busy. But don't worry, I promise to report back! Ciao for now!
Our first shot on Monday will be a lovely bit of dialogue between the main character and her best friend. I am sooo looking forward to the very first words being put on film. Seeing the action in the moment and capturing it all for the rest of you to see - I am totally geeking out right now! It will be a relatively low-key first day - no one is getting killed and there are no kids involved. It will give the crew a chance to work out the kinks before things get crazy on Wednesday!
Speaking of Wenesday, we are filming the complete polar opposite themes of the movie in the same day! In the morning, we will be filming a happy, cheerful scene in a toy store. Merriment and good times will be had by all. Then after lunch, we get to film a murder scene. No kids will be harmed (in real life or on screen) in the making of the murder scene, I promise. Not sure which I am looking forward to more...
So, you likely won't see a blog post between now and late next week. Because I will be busy. But don't worry, I promise to report back! Ciao for now!
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Speedie!
I have nothing but amazing things to say about this woman. And as it should be - she and I will be attached at the hip for the next two years! T
his is Speedie - Producer, Assistant Director, Friend. I first met Speedie while filming The Omega Pitch - a 48hr Film project (which also happens to be the same place I met Jay!) directed by Coree Spencer. When I first started looking for a Producer, it was Coree who chimed in and said, "How about Speedie?" My response was a resounding "YES! Speedie!" She kicks butt and gets things done, is highly organized, motivated, and down-right adorable while doing it. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that this film will be better because of her involvement.
Speedie is a recent Portland transplant. She comes to us from Hawaii, although I don't know why anyone would move here from Hawaii, but YEAH, glad she did. She tackles every assignment handed to her with grace, and often thinks of things before I even have to ask. Welcome Speedie. We are sooooo glad to have you!
his is Speedie - Producer, Assistant Director, Friend. I first met Speedie while filming The Omega Pitch - a 48hr Film project (which also happens to be the same place I met Jay!) directed by Coree Spencer. When I first started looking for a Producer, it was Coree who chimed in and said, "How about Speedie?" My response was a resounding "YES! Speedie!" She kicks butt and gets things done, is highly organized, motivated, and down-right adorable while doing it. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that this film will be better because of her involvement.Speedie is a recent Portland transplant. She comes to us from Hawaii, although I don't know why anyone would move here from Hawaii, but YEAH, glad she did. She tackles every assignment handed to her with grace, and often thinks of things before I even have to ask. Welcome Speedie. We are sooooo glad to have you!
The Man Behind the Camera
We have been ridiculously fortunate in that our first choice of talent in just about every aspect of 
casting and crew selection have jumped on board and agreed to work with us. Our DP is no exception. We asked if he was interested on a Monday, sent him the script on Tuesday, had coffee on Wednesday, and did our first location walk on the following Thursday. He jumped in, head first, with enthusiasm for the project and willingness to indulge me when I told him that our first experience working together with me as director would be a long traveling shot through a toy store - with kids! It is with much enthusiasm that we welcome the talented Jay Cornelius (IMDb) to our growing crew.
He comes to MJD with a long skill set and impressive resume, with experience spread across TV, film, commercial and web. But what I love most about Jay, is his relaxed demeanor and get-it-done-however-we-need-to-get-it-done attitude. When he's not making film, he's teaching film at The Art Institute and Mt. Hood Community College. Welcome aboard, Jay!
casting and crew selection have jumped on board and agreed to work with us. Our DP is no exception. We asked if he was interested on a Monday, sent him the script on Tuesday, had coffee on Wednesday, and did our first location walk on the following Thursday. He jumped in, head first, with enthusiasm for the project and willingness to indulge me when I told him that our first experience working together with me as director would be a long traveling shot through a toy store - with kids! It is with much enthusiasm that we welcome the talented Jay Cornelius (IMDb) to our growing crew.He comes to MJD with a long skill set and impressive resume, with experience spread across TV, film, commercial and web. But what I love most about Jay, is his relaxed demeanor and get-it-done-however-we-need-to-get-it-done attitude. When he's not making film, he's teaching film at The Art Institute and Mt. Hood Community College. Welcome aboard, Jay!
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