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Yearly Archives: 2009
From My Tribe
I was at Grayden Carter’s office once, looking at his stuff on the wall, the designers had some spreads up there and they’re pretty nice looking, and I’m kibitzing, saying things like, ‘Gee, maybe you do that or do that,’ and they’re all excited saying, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, wow. That’s terrific.’ Then Grayden comes along, [...]
The Boondocks Is Back
OK. Well not yet. But according to show creator Aaron McGruder it’s coming soon.
I once kept a ton of these episodes on my DVR for months because I didn’t know when it was coming back. Glad to hear it’ll be soon. I can already smell “the Luther”.
The Invisible Man
Kinda eerie, huh?
No?
Well, what if I tell you the photograph above isn’t a photoshop illusion. No tricks. No mirrors. Yeah, kinda eerie now huh?
This is the work of Chinese artist Liu Bolin – 刘勃麟.
Here are a few choice excerpts from him:
Are human beings animals?
Chameleon has the unique property of changing [...]
Bohemian Muppets
There are only a few creations which are actually perfect and purely sublime. This is one of them.
My favorite moments are at the 0:56 mark, “Mama…” and of course Miss Piggy at the 3:58 mark.
But it’s all hilarious, enjoy.
via Bowl of Noses
City of God’s Son
Ok. First listen to this—
And yes, I meant listen—
If I’m anything I’m a junkie for narrative. I don’t care what form it takes… I just like to devour story.
Dominique De Leon, a friend and classmate from film school has gotten into the habit of doing a monday “music drop” which I love. [...]
MakingOf.com
I was recently sent a link from a film school classmate (thanks Bobby) for an interesting new website called MakingOf.com.
It was co-founded by Natalie Portman and according to the site it “provides an intimate, fresh look into the process of creating entertainment by the insiders themselves.”
Swanky right?
In the interview below filmmaker Darren Aronofsky talks [...]
Movie Titles In Movies
When I’m writing a script I always wonder when/if the “title” is gonna show up and pop out of somebody’s mouth… or maybe as an image or object in the story somewhere.
And when I’m watching a movie and the title emerges from the story I wanna stand up and point at the tv or screen [...]
What’s Next?
So… as promised I took a few weeks off from ye ol’ blog.
What was I doing?
Well, I wrapped a few projects. Mostly editing gigs. That’s how we pay the bills around here.
I also was diving back into my feature script. I’m excited about sharing that with you in a few weeks. [...]
I Be Your Water
Things may get quiet over here.
I’m finally diving deeply back into my feature script. But I’ll offer up a selection from my current “writing music” for your enjoyment.
Another World
“I Be Your Water”
Written by Bernice Johnson Reagon
Performed bySweet Honey In The Rock
I…I……I…….I……….
I be your shelter
I be your land
I be your everything;
I be your [...]
Da Honky Shot Me!
When I saw this on Ta-Nehisi Coates’ blog I knew I was gonna post it immediately. It’s also prompting me to add a new category, “Great Performances”.
Enjoy.
Tilt-Shift Love
These videos were made by Keith Loutit and are great examples of tilt shift photography in video.
The basic idea behind it is when a special lens in a camera creates a miniature effect on a full-sized subject or landscape.
I stumbled across this photography effect a few months ago but I still [...]
Loo$e Change – Short
Here’s a really funny short from NYU Grad filmmaker Mykwain Gainey. I spoke to him about it today after a friend sent it to me (thanks BGN) and Mykwain said it’s a “rough cut”…
I think it’s not far from being a final cut and is a great example of his emerging and unique [...]
Ted Hope Crowd Funds
Over on his blog, Ted Hope (“In the Bedroom”, “21 Grams”) continues to urge emerging filmmakers to engage and cultivate their audiences. In this post he explains how he’d freely donate funds for a list of ten feature directors.
Hey, Ted what about me? How am I doing over here…
Unfortunately for me, his (encouragement) [...]
Netflix Hidden Gems
Hammer to Nail has posted their monthly list of “Hidden Gems” over at Netflix.
Adjust your Netflix accounts accordingly.
Here’s an excerpt:
Zabriskie Point (1970) — A singular anomaly in the American and Italian cinemas, Zabriskie Point, Michelangelo Antonioni’s first and last American film, is a radical departure from the director’s previous work, a deeply imperfect work that [...]
When Films Got Small
In his column at CNET, Greg Sandoval interviews Big Champagne’s CEO Eric Garland about the impending doom and destruction of the film industry.
Or rather, The Apocalypse: The end of overwhelming Industry control of content, distribution and making all that money out there in Hollywood.
Of course, there is no such thing. There [...]
BeeKay
This is Bridget Kelly.
I first saw her standing in for Alicia Keys during the 9/11 tribute concert with Jay-Z at Madison Square Garden.
This young voice is starting to grow on me so I’m sharing her with you…
Empire State of Mind
At this point you know I’m a Stan, but even I’m tired of this song…
But the video is new baby!!!
Happy Samhain!!!
Since I’m a nerd instead of saying “Happy Halloween” which always sounded funny to me… I’ll simply say, “Happy Pagan Feast of Samhain”!!!
…Too soon?
Whatever, enjoy…
Oh, and the following (How To Find A Masculine Halloween Costume For Your Effeminate Son) is a late update to this Halloween post (via BGN) but it’s most funny. [...]
Mighty Mouse & Elvis
I’m gonna file this one under great performances.
Awkward is always funny. And these two are classics, thanks Andy. BTW, this is way before the term “Epic Fail”.
Andy Kaufman performs Mighty Mouse – watch more funny videos
Andy Kaufman Elvis Impresion – watch more funny videos
Children’s Aid PSA
This PSA was created by my friend and collaborator Christina Voros. It’s a great spot and for a good cause: Children’s Aid Society.
“The Children’s Aid Society provides comprehensive support for children in need, from birth to young adulthood, and for their families, to fill the gaps between what children have and what they [...]
First Family Photo
I defy you… yes you, to look at this and not smile.
President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters, Sasha and Malia, sit for a family portrait in the Green Room of the White House, Sept. 1, 2009. (Official White House Photo)
Photo by Annie Leibovitz/Released by White House Photo Office
Object of my Desire
So after a few posts about how everything is gonna change… I’d like to share one of the instruments of that change:
The Canon EOS-1DMKIV
I’m gonna refrain from posting the camera specs but take a look here at Gizmodo. To be honest I just wanna get to the footage.
The film was shot by Vincent Laforet [...]
99 Problems