Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Man Of Many Hats


Benjamin Franklin started many of the things which we take for granted today like the fire department, the postal service, the newspaper (Pennsylvania Gazette), and the public lending library. Because he was able to do so much he was one of the earlist american polymath, or "Man of Many Hats" to the rest of us. Why do I bring this up? Because I (CK Stratford) have been running like a chicken with his head cut off trying to get this whole TURRB film set up and ready by May 31st.

You could say I am a man of many hats at the moment because I have undertaken being not just the Producer & Director, but also the cast director, costume designer, director of photography, location manager, production accountant, and screenwriter, though I may have forgotten a couple jobs. I'm enjoying it all, but just want to get everything together in time to give the script to the actors.

To help those out that are not familiar with the technical lingo of film, here are two links to simple definitions about the most general filmmaking jobs.

And if you're interested, here is a link to a complete list of film terms & definitions (though it might be too comprehensive for some).

Friday, April 2, 2010

Official Shoot Dates!

The official dates that we'll start shooting the currently titled TURRB Mockumentary will be the first two weeks in June 2010, including May 31-June 12, excluding June 6 (dates are subject to change due to weather conditions). Working times will be given when filming is closer.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

All those working with the film as crew or cast members will be participating for experience, exposure, & recieve food on set as payment. A film résumé example will be provided upon request for those that would like to continue within the film business.

Those with substanial parts in the making of the movie specifically the Producer, Director, Editors, Associate Producer (AP), & Cinematographer will be able to negotiate additional benefits.