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I just finished principle shooting of a short film called “American Dreams”. The film, inspired by true events of Italian writer/director Gaia Bonsignore, is a story about two girls, Lisa and Diana, and their search for the “American Dream”, both having quite opposing ideas of what that is and how to achieve it. Diana, played by Jacqueline Leal, seeks freedom in support and stability of a marriage that has inevitably lost its love. Lisa, my character, is an anarchist protester who finds freedom in running and retaining an uprooted status, constantly fighting for the cause of the moment.
It was an amazingly ambitious shoot (a super low budget that opens with a street riot scene, which achieved superb footage from what Ive seen). It also provided an opportunity for me to work on a more gritty/ street kid character, as ive been seeking.
I just finished a fun (and funny) country music video with the band Fred Andrews & Honeybrowne (Facebook Fanpage Link). The song is called “Beautiful Waste of Time”. I play the waste of time… Somebody’s gotta do it ;)
Shot in one day, this video was Directed and Edited by Jay Galvan, Produced by Dan Grosser and features the lovely Tina Rodriguez and Carlos Gacharna of DirtyBill’s Bar in Austin, TX.
Fred Andrews & Honeybrowne are at #23 on the Texas charts and climbing!
Photo shoot with “Blood & Glitter” makeup artist Wendy Sanders and photographer Steve DeMent under the theme “Austin Pinups”.
Jay Galvan shot this as a behind-the-scenes look at transformation from makeup chair to pinup flair. This video was submit to “One Day On Earth”, documenting a collaborative of the world’s story on 10-10-10.
Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the shoot as it unfolded.
I was a Principal in a Sonic Commercial – its on air and now on YouTube. The first 2 seconds are scratchy, but the rest is clean and crisp.
LINK TO COMMERCIAL ON YOUTUBE > >
Here is a clip from Episode 2 (first after pilot) of ABC’s “My Generation”.
You can view all 8 episodes on HULU.com.
“Vicky & Sam” receives fantastic accolades from Steve Weiss and Philip Bloom on their show “Critics”. That is, after Phil slams it in all aspects then reveals that he loves it so much it sets a new bar for standards. The blog and gear resource, Zacuto.com, has hundreds of thousands of filmmaker followers around the world. Nuno Rocha, the Director for Vicky & Sam, also received the “Z-KUDOS” award, which is not a commonly passed out acknowledgement for Steve Weiss. Praising films in their entirety is also not common, as Steve and Philip are honest and genuine in their critiques. They dont take filmmaking lightly.
The full film is unavailable on the web while it makes it’s festival rounds. Currently, it has been accepted to 44 film festivals internationally.
Here is a short clip of the “Critics” episode with just Steve & Philip’s critique of “Vicky & Sam”:
See Nuno Rocha’s Z-KUDOS feature filmmaker write-up HERE >
See “Vicky & Sam” and the FULL “Critics” episode HERE >
(Vicky & Sam is the third film to be discussed)
Vicky & Sam: Behind the Scenes
Vicky & Sam: Behind the Scenes. Director Nuno Rocha and Cinematographer Drew Daniels
Vicky & Sam: Behind the Scenes
Vicky & Sam: Behind the Scenes
Marfa, Texas… sigh~ What an amazing place to visit and an even more amazing place to shoot a film. While shooting, my inner photographer was rekindled (what Id originally wanted to be out of grade school). Armed with an iPhone I could hide in my boot, the Hipstamatic App and being on set at all times, I was able to capture the essence of the amazing characters involved in this project.
Marfa is welcoming, indeedy
I was welcomed in Marfa with the cutest casita.
Biking is a way of life.. good thing!
Julie Mintz, Susannah Lipsey & Jesse Bernstein lounge near set
Myself, Johnny Sneed, Julie Mintz & JD Fabbio in our fabulous "Marfa Table" aprons. Marfa Table made our oh-so-delicious lunches everyday. mmm... Marfa Table...
Joe and Adam Bork (in that amazing green suit)
Dorothy Moore (M/U & Hair Artist), Myself and Adam Bork (of "Food Shark" and the new "Grilled Cheese Parlour and Museum of Electronic Wonders"
Stopped to readjust equipment on the roadside.
Riley, King of the Tumbleweed
The lovely Julie Mintz, caught mid-silly :)
Makeup Artist Dorothy Moore going in for the powder!
Adam Bork & his close up. In this scene, he makes a big reveal.
On-set lifesaver and Executive Producer, Carolyn Pfeiffer
Johnny Sneed & Jesse Bernstein review their scene
David Garcia, he plays a hipster in real life too :)
Allison Graham, Cory van Dyke & Iskra Valtcheva scout a desert location before an all-nighter shoot.
Johnny Sneed fell asleep at the party. In the scene, of course!
My trailer at a most amazing super remote location called the "Hip-O House".
The Big Bend Sentinel produced a real/fake paper headline for the film
Myself and the wonderful Jennie Lyn Hamilton, Producer
Marfa Table, family style dining and just as good as momma would make!
The quintessential cowboy, Ty Mitchell and myself.
Dan Siegelstein sets lights for a "day for night" warehouse scene
John C (plays Martin) holds his bonafide solid aluminum foil ball. He says there is a secret object inside that only 2 people know the identity of
Such an odd capture, this photo. Dorothy preps John C for a bleeding gag, Riley listens in for instruction
Iskra Valtcheva and a 7D rig
Tigie and her tractor, classic Marfa amazingness
Day trip with Boyd Elder deep in the hills of west Texas. It was a burly ride getting to this place!
In front of the Prada Store near Marfa.
No west Texas photographic compilation would be complete without a tarantula shot!
A down-on-his-luck music producer stumbles upon a lost work of art that could change everything. But to win, he must surrender his notions of success and embrace the mystery and absurdity of life.
My latest project is shooting in a place Ive longed to spend time in since I moved to Texas 5 short years ago. FAR MARFA, which shoots in, well, Marfa, TX stars Johnny Sneed as CARTER and myself as QUARRY. Jesse Bernstein, also with my agency (The Atherton Group), will play a supporting role as DAVID (pronounced “Da-veed”).
There will definitely be more info to come as I continue on this journey. Aside from dynamic filmmaking, I have a feeling there will be plenty of great conversation, biking around town and hopefully a bonfire or two in the desert!
Sam Doonby, is a happy-go-lucky drifter who takes up residence in a small Texas town but seems suspiciously immune to the misfortunes that beset the other townsfolk.
John Schneider, star of Doonby, talks about the film and his role on FOX News yesterday. I played supporting role as “Lisa” in the feature. Needless to say, this interview sparks my excitement for the film to be released! (Im hoping mid-fall…?)
The link to the seven minute interview with John is here. (The preview footage is at the beginning)
John Schneider (Sam Doonby), Jenn Gotzon (Laura Reaper) and Robert Davi (Sheriff Woodley) in a screenshot from the film.
John Schneider discusses Doonby clips (shown on right with Brandi Blevins as "Jolene")
What an amazing project to be a part of. I Guest Star as JUDY COOPER in the first episode of “My Generation”, a new TV series on ABC. The show premiers on ABC Thursday, September 23 @ 8/7central. In the first episode, I play opposite Kelli Garner and Keir O’Donnell and will be 8 months pregnant with flippy hair and a chipper disposition. My first experience with a documentary style three-camera shoot, I had so much fun diving into the freedom of more ‘being’ and less ‘calculating’, as is often the case with traditional feature shoot styles. The show’s creator, Noah Hawley, has written a brilliant script and the Producers have put together a dynamic cast and crew. Episode 1 was directed by Michael Katleman, who has an amazing sense of raw, dynamic, truthful action. I have no doubt this show is going to be a super success. I feel fortunate to be a part of it. (Sending intentions that my character will be written back in! Hey, it happens ;)
You can see good clips from the pilot and detailed info here. The official trailer is here.
"My Generation" promo poster
Me and my 8mo. pregnantness for "My Generation" Episode 1
One Saturday in July, Jay Galvan and I went filming in downtown Austin- 4th street warehouse district to be precise. We had two differing goals that could be achieved in the same project, the perfect symbiosis. Both a test of the low light sensitivity of the 7D DSLR camera as well as an opportunity for me to work out a new character in a simple scene, we shot this with one camera, no lights, hand-held and on the fly. We plan to develop a story-line with this character and plan to shoot a few more tests within the next month. I want to include more people on the street – engaging strangers is always fun (and truthful).
You can see the video here and also under “watch” in the links above.
Waiting for passerbys
I have a supporting role in a feature film called Doonby, shooting this month. The film was written and is being directed by Peter Mackenzie. The cast is an amazing group of actors - John Schneider, Robert Davi, Will Wallace, Jenn Gotzon, Joe Estevez and, of course, many others talents!
Here is a photo from our last “crowded bar scene” and Ernie Hudson’s last day on set.
Doonby Castorama! From left: Myself, Tom Lagleder, Dwayne, Lizabeth Waters, John Schneider, Jenn Gotzon, Ernie Hudson, Brandi Blevins
We often hung out at the Katy House, run by Sallie and Bruce, the most generous couple one could hope to find wandering on location. Sallie hosted the principal cast at the house so we didnt need to wait in trailers or tents the whole day. It was good to have a ‘home front’ to camp out for most of the day. Thanks again, Sallie and Bruce!
In the film, I play a swinger who is intrigued with Sam Doonby’s charisma as well as integrity. Below is myself and my on-screen hubby, Tom Lagleder in full costume.
Swingers on set
Sallie always gets pictures with the cast of films that come through her house. This is our token “fireplace mantel” shot with her :)
Myself, Sallie and Tom
I found out at the end of the day why people were asking Scotti (below) for guitar picks while we chat. He is co-guitarist for Skid Row (and an awesome dude as well!)
Scotti Hill, co-guitarist for Skid Row
Skid Row (Scottie on left)
After the bar scene wrap, there was a small afterparty at the Tamble’s House, the location where I’ll shoot my next scenes May 31, June 1. Im ready to go back to Smithville and see everyone again!
Look for the film early 2011!
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