Saturday, January 29, 2005
Good Afternoon Everyone,
Well what an amazing evening last night was. The edit screening of the first draft film.
I'd like to thank everyone for coming on a friday evening and for coming back for the discussion.
Everyone seemed to find the comments session very positive which must say something good about the film. In an abstract way the evening was fantastic and positive and I have never seen so much enthusiasm and talk over a work. I have to admit though, in the less abstract way, as one of those humans I am somewhat shellshocked as I just counted and including my own criticisms there are 131 to assimilate. I know I like Criticism but that's alot. But Like i said the foundation behind those criticisms, I think, are that the film is worth putting that much thought into. I don't think I have ever been crited so good! So intelligently, so passionately, or so caringly before. Which is wonderful.
I needed to just sit back and comment as little as possible and just note down all the very astute perceptions and nuances that you guys picked up.
I am humbled at your opinions and passion for this lovely film, so bless you all for caring. And as i've said, once I can stand up again :) I shall be able to implement what needs doing with all your help once more.
I am also humbled at your honesty and care. Please don't take my being a little punch drunk as a negative response, I would always prefer this honesty, but their has to be that reaction or I don't think I would be caring enough, myself... Once I have assimilated, I assure you that last night's discussion will push the film into something very special. Thank You All...
Well what an amazing evening last night was. The edit screening of the first draft film.
I'd like to thank everyone for coming on a friday evening and for coming back for the discussion.
Everyone seemed to find the comments session very positive which must say something good about the film. In an abstract way the evening was fantastic and positive and I have never seen so much enthusiasm and talk over a work. I have to admit though, in the less abstract way, as one of those humans I am somewhat shellshocked as I just counted and including my own criticisms there are 131 to assimilate. I know I like Criticism but that's alot. But Like i said the foundation behind those criticisms, I think, are that the film is worth putting that much thought into. I don't think I have ever been crited so good! So intelligently, so passionately, or so caringly before. Which is wonderful.
I needed to just sit back and comment as little as possible and just note down all the very astute perceptions and nuances that you guys picked up.
I am humbled at your opinions and passion for this lovely film, so bless you all for caring. And as i've said, once I can stand up again :) I shall be able to implement what needs doing with all your help once more.
I am also humbled at your honesty and care. Please don't take my being a little punch drunk as a negative response, I would always prefer this honesty, but their has to be that reaction or I don't think I would be caring enough, myself... Once I have assimilated, I assure you that last night's discussion will push the film into something very special. Thank You All...
Thursday, January 27, 2005
It really is lovely to hear the encouragement and enthusiasm. Really cool!
I'm raring to go!
Also I've just finished the first draft of the novel Spoken By Crowds (the film is part II just in case i hadn't told you) So in ten years we may do a sequel in Paris. A cool finish. But now I have the skeleton it needs embelishing somewhat. But I'm very excited that the night writes have paid off.
Edit screening tomorrow (the gang) frightening Crit!. Jacq and Joe tonight! How wonderful. Feels good.
Sound sound!
I'm raring to go!
Also I've just finished the first draft of the novel Spoken By Crowds (the film is part II just in case i hadn't told you) So in ten years we may do a sequel in Paris. A cool finish. But now I have the skeleton it needs embelishing somewhat. But I'm very excited that the night writes have paid off.
Edit screening tomorrow (the gang) frightening Crit!. Jacq and Joe tonight! How wonderful. Feels good.
Sound sound!
Monday, January 17, 2005
Just to let you know that we are all still about and watching this site with enthusiasm. I know the main push (production) is over and much of what is left is the kind of thing that only so many people can be involved in. However if there is anything that you can think of that you need a hand with, or whatever, I for one (and I am sure the rest of the crew) are still willing to pitch in whenever possible. Like Matt I can't see you losing your passion when the baby comes but I can see you losing some of your time. Still, I am sure the passion you have for SBC will see you through. I am glad to hear the sound is underway and that you are not worried about the music etc. It has always indicated that something good is about to happen when you have spoken like that in the past and I do not doubt your judgement now. I want to say take it easy, and don't work too hard but I do quite want you to work just as hard as you have been and I don't think that even if I did say it then I don't think you would pay attention. So I guess I will just say, keep up the hard work and book the nervous breakdown in for a little later on...
Friday, January 14, 2005
Marco, Marco,Marco....Have no fear - you have a good support network of people who are behind you all the way as you continue with your filmic endeavours. The next few months are going to be hectic what with doing the sound and music, and then at the end it of it all you'll have not one but two babies(one being the film and the other your real baby). A lot of things are going to change for you this year but I'm sure impending fatherhood will not dull your artistic senses - if anything it'll probably make you more of an passionate fucker than you already are. Keep the faith, Mr Marco!
Wednesday, January 12, 2005
It's starting again. I can feel it. Had a couple of coffees now with Nik (although today I had Mango Juice... I know... (?)) and before bumped into Abdullah and talked with Jez,... the music, the sound is here!!! I'm starting to see wav files with excitement rather than fear and able to verbalize stuff to Nik. It's weird coming out of the darkness of the edit, with only the hub of the hub around... you hope everyone is still about but not quite sure, (the edit does strange things to you, so intense and screen oriented), And they are... Everyone still excited even though obviously their own lives are happening, but Spoken By Crowds is a lovely thing and people are adding all the time. Light and people... the Post Production is happening with a big 'H' again.
Monday, January 10, 2005
It's quiet out there. Almost spooky.
Starting to mix sound. Frightening amount of work that may take longer than the edit.
For any out there who don't know. Becki and I are having a baby. Which we are so happy about. One of the reasons I am editing so furiously is to try and get the film as ready as I can for the end of March. I wanted to be done by April, but i fear that it probably won't be done by then. So I shall probably be mixing sound and colourizing while setting up a series of mirrors so I can watch my baby sleep, or not sound mix and hold the baby etc. However, I don't know if anyone believes me but I will not stop working, I may slow down but all those I've promised new work and new ventures they will happen, but maybe not quite with the speed and whirlwind intent of that stupid Italian. Although who knows, a baby may kick my arse and make me work harder, and actually try get some money too... Imagine actually having a budget. Whoo (scary ghost sound not a whooping cowboy whoo)!
Well I'm going to be a tenacious fucker from now on. So hopefully we can break down some councils and studios for future projects. I'm gonna get either through or blocked on receptions and email listing around the world in 2005/2006
Any messages of support on the blog will be most welcomed. I am feeling rather lonely at present on the edit and running on discipline rather than the wonderful community spirit of the filming. It keeps me going.
Starting to mix sound. Frightening amount of work that may take longer than the edit.
For any out there who don't know. Becki and I are having a baby. Which we are so happy about. One of the reasons I am editing so furiously is to try and get the film as ready as I can for the end of March. I wanted to be done by April, but i fear that it probably won't be done by then. So I shall probably be mixing sound and colourizing while setting up a series of mirrors so I can watch my baby sleep, or not sound mix and hold the baby etc. However, I don't know if anyone believes me but I will not stop working, I may slow down but all those I've promised new work and new ventures they will happen, but maybe not quite with the speed and whirlwind intent of that stupid Italian. Although who knows, a baby may kick my arse and make me work harder, and actually try get some money too... Imagine actually having a budget. Whoo (scary ghost sound not a whooping cowboy whoo)!
Well I'm going to be a tenacious fucker from now on. So hopefully we can break down some councils and studios for future projects. I'm gonna get either through or blocked on receptions and email listing around the world in 2005/2006
Any messages of support on the blog will be most welcomed. I am feeling rather lonely at present on the edit and running on discipline rather than the wonderful community spirit of the filming. It keeps me going.
