Well, beyond the selection as part of the “Best Of” screening, “You Pay Your Dues” didn’t take home any additional honors. A disappointment, to be sure, but not one we can really begrudge anyone — particularly given the representation of Tohubohu alumni among some of the winning entries. Veteran contributor Bjorn Munson’s Team Jabberwocky took home Best Cinematography honors for “DeLeon Crossing,” and Ryan “Machinations” Mulkay worked with Integral Arts’ “The Kumbio Takedown,” which won not only the Best Acting award, but also Best in City for Washington, DC. Congratulations!
Other notable winners were Best Directing for WIT’s “Seasonal Disorder” (which also won the Audience Award for our screening), Best Original Music for the musical “Leon!” and Best Special Effects for “Urine Cake.”
Thanks to everyone for your help and support — and I’ll be sure to keep everyone posted about upcoming opportunities!
Friday, May 25, 2007
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Tonight’s Screening/Wrap Party
Just wanted to let everyone know that the official 48 Hour Film Project wrap party tonight will be held at McGinty’s Pub, located at 911 Ellsworth Drive in Silver Spring. Basically, it’s right around the corner (well, a couple of corners) from the AFI Silver Theatre. There will technically be two parties, one after the 7:00 screening, and one after the 9:30 screening. However, since Pam and I will be staying through the second screening, I can tell you right now that we’ll probably only be at the second party. Which will be the cool one.
They haven’t said anything about when they might be announcing awards, though my instinct is that it’ll be after the second screening (i.e., after all of the films have been shown). So while our film will be shown as part of the 7:00 show, you may want to pick up a ticket for the second show as well. Your call.
As far as parking goes, I’ve found the Town Square garage to be convenient (go North on Colesville past the theater, then take your first right and then turn left to enter the garage; there’s also the Wayne Avenue garage, just another block away. My understanding is that parking is free after 6:00, but don’t quote me. You can find a little parking map at the AFI Silver’s “directions” site.
This has been a phenomenal experience, and I just wanted to thank everyone who made “You Pay Your Dues” such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you.
Hope to see you tonight!
They haven’t said anything about when they might be announcing awards, though my instinct is that it’ll be after the second screening (i.e., after all of the films have been shown). So while our film will be shown as part of the 7:00 show, you may want to pick up a ticket for the second show as well. Your call.
As far as parking goes, I’ve found the Town Square garage to be convenient (go North on Colesville past the theater, then take your first right and then turn left to enter the garage; there’s also the Wayne Avenue garage, just another block away. My understanding is that parking is free after 6:00, but don’t quote me. You can find a little parking map at the AFI Silver’s “directions” site.
This has been a phenomenal experience, and I just wanted to thank everyone who made “You Pay Your Dues” such a success. We couldn’t have done it without you.
Hope to see you tonight!
Monday, May 21, 2007
Best of the 48 Hour Film Project
Better late than never, right?
We just received word that “You Pay Your Dues” is one of 22 films (out of 93 completed films) selected as the “Best of the 48 Hour Film Project” for Washington, D.C. — and as a result, we will be screening this Thursday evening at the AFI Silver Theatre. Because of the number of films selected in this round, the films will be shown in two separate screenings, one at 7:00 and another at 9:30. Our film will be showing as part of the first screening — that is, 7:00 p.m. (as will Tohubohu veteran Bjorn Munson’s directorial effort, “DeLeon Crossing”).
Right now, it looks like tickets are available for both the 7:00 and 9:30 screenings (I suspect they may have opened up a second screen), so if you’d like to come out, be sure to pick your tickets up right away. We’re waiting to hear more details about awards presentation and the after-party, but as soon as I know more, I’ll pass along the info.
Congratulations to everyone who helped make this film the success it has been. I’m immensely proud of you all! Hope to see you Thursday!
P.S.: Here is the full screening lineup — there are some duplicates in there (specifically “Inquisito Libellus,” “Seasonal Disorder,” and “The Kumbio Takedown”), presumably to fill out the schedule (though I don’t think it’s a stretch to assume that they’re the front-runners for the top awards).
Screening 1 — 7:00 p.m.
We just received word that “You Pay Your Dues” is one of 22 films (out of 93 completed films) selected as the “Best of the 48 Hour Film Project” for Washington, D.C. — and as a result, we will be screening this Thursday evening at the AFI Silver Theatre. Because of the number of films selected in this round, the films will be shown in two separate screenings, one at 7:00 and another at 9:30. Our film will be showing as part of the first screening — that is, 7:00 p.m. (as will Tohubohu veteran Bjorn Munson’s directorial effort, “DeLeon Crossing”).
Right now, it looks like tickets are available for both the 7:00 and 9:30 screenings (I suspect they may have opened up a second screen), so if you’d like to come out, be sure to pick your tickets up right away. We’re waiting to hear more details about awards presentation and the after-party, but as soon as I know more, I’ll pass along the info.
Congratulations to everyone who helped make this film the success it has been. I’m immensely proud of you all! Hope to see you Thursday!
P.S.: Here is the full screening lineup — there are some duplicates in there (specifically “Inquisito Libellus,” “Seasonal Disorder,” and “The Kumbio Takedown”), presumably to fill out the schedule (though I don’t think it’s a stretch to assume that they’re the front-runners for the top awards).
Screening 1 — 7:00 p.m.
- 3mm Films: “Urine Cake” (Comedy)
- Team Diamond: “Cult of the Groove” (Comedy)
- Integral Arts: “The Kumbio Takedown” (Detective/Cop)
- Tohubohu: “You Pay Your Dues” (Detective/Cop)
- FAYM Productions: “When You Wish Upon a Fish” (Fantasy)
- Roadside Productions: “Inquisito Libellus” (Fantasy)
- Team Jabberwocky: “DeLeon Crossing” (Fantasy)
- The Quest: “Holy Saturday” (Holiday Film)
- WIT Films: “Seasonal Disorder” (Holiday Film)
- Everyday Astronaut: “Leon!” (Musical/Western)
- Burning Toast Productions: “While You Still Can” (Romance)
- Oozing Sarcasm: “3027” (Sci Fi)
- The Beta-Macks: “A.P.E.” (Animal Film)
- Cardiff Giant: “Wing Woman” (Buddy Film)
- ReelLight Films: “Semi Sweet” (Buddy Film)
- Integral Arts: “The Kumbio Takedown” (Detective/Cop)
- Agile H Productions: “C.O.P. 2000” (Detective/Cop)
- Ningen Manga Productions: “Posi+ive” (Drama)
- Gaucho Pictures: “Rooster.com” (Fantasy)
- Roadside Productions: “Inquisito Libellus” (Fantasy)
- Unknown Penguin Pictures: “Rochambeau Kid” (Ghost Movie)
- WIT Films: “Seasonal Disorder” (Holiday Film)
- Two Jews, a Goy and an Asian: “Helpful Cowboys” (Musical/Western)
- Kiss Productions: “A Bus Story” (Romance)
- Elbow Production: “E.T.R.I.P.” (Sci Fi)
Sunday, May 13, 2007
“You Pay Your Dues” Now Online
Just wanted to make sure everyone knew that Tohubohu’s latest entry in the 48 Hour Film Project, “You Pay Your Dues,” is now viewable online. It will require QuickTime version 7, and is not downloadable (in other words, you’ll have to be connected to watch it).
Our assigned genre was “Detective/Cop,” and the required elements were: Roosevelt (or Rosie) Adams, president; a bracelet; and “That’s what I’m talking about.”
Thursday night’s screening went extremely well — got to say we’re really excited about this one (and we’ve already submitted it for inclusion in this year’s DC Shorts festival — they issued an extension through this weekend for 48 Hour Film Project shorts). Thanks to everyone involved in this project; I truly think we’ve outdone ourselves this time.
Share and enjoy!
Our assigned genre was “Detective/Cop,” and the required elements were: Roosevelt (or Rosie) Adams, president; a bracelet; and “That’s what I’m talking about.”
Thursday night’s screening went extremely well — got to say we’re really excited about this one (and we’ve already submitted it for inclusion in this year’s DC Shorts festival — they issued an extension through this weekend for 48 Hour Film Project shorts). Thanks to everyone involved in this project; I truly think we’ve outdone ourselves this time.
Share and enjoy!
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Screening TONIGHT at 9:30 p.m.
Just a reminder to everyone that our latest filmic exercise, “You Pay Your Dues,” will premiere TONIGHT at the AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring. As of my last check, tickets are still on sale — so be sure to grab them while you can!
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
Monday, May 07, 2007
You Pay Your Dues
Whew! I was going to post yesterday about our movie-making experience with the 48 Hour Film Project, but I was too tired to successfully string words together. Here’s how it went.
Bill went to the kick-off event and drew our genre literally out of a hat. The required elements were given out to the hundred participating teams. And we were off.
Bill and I talked about our genre, “detective/cop,” and what he wanted to do with it. I wasn’t surprised when he wanted to go for a film noir feel. But I was a bit scared. We tossed around a few basic concepts, including placing some actors in the roles, and then called author and blogger Robin Brande.
Our call was the briefest of hellos — no small talk for this chick — and down to business. We told Robin our genre (she groaned) and the required elements. (The character: Roosevelt or Rosie Adams, President; The prop: A bracelet; The line: “That’s what I’m talking about.”) We talked about some things we’d been thinking in terms of style, actors, and settings. She said, basically, “Okay, I’ll call you back in an hour.”
After we hung up, Bill and I didn’t know what to do with ourselves. We’ve always had to help the writer brainstorm or actually write it ourselves. This... this... freedom was a little unnerving. We did have to make some calls, coordinate some logistics and such, but having time to do it was just... wild.
Robin checked in with the script, and she was right on track so she kept on going. We got a full script about 10:30, and we loved it. LOVED IT! Very sharp, very creative, very witty. We needed to make a couple of changes to keep with the locations we had, so she retooled that and we had an absolutely amazing script by midnight. A new record for us. Bill and I talked about the film schedule, costuming, call times, and needed props. Bill sent out an email to the team, and we went to bed.
We had the crew meet at our house at 8:00, but it was more like 9:00 when we had everyone we needed. We decided to film an office scene at my in-laws’ home. The set dressing and camera set-up took much longer than we thought, so we really didn’t start filming until 10:30. Not a stellar beginning. We were also filming some of the harder scenes, which also made it difficult.
But we’ve got great people on our team, and got through those scenes before a late lunch at 2:00. The crew took turns eating and setting up for the living room scene, which we also did at my in-laws’ house (they had taken the kids to the zoo by now). I ran the actors through their lines while the crew worked on lighting, and then Bill came in to direct that scene.
We left the house by 4:00 to do scenes closer to my home. My friend provided the front of her house when one of my locations fell through, and we did a few things there. Then we used the front of my house for a long scene involving five actors and finished just before it got dark. It was supposed to be a gardening scene, but since it was cold and lightly raining, we had to make some adjustments.
We sent home most of the team, and went inside to do voice-overs until about 10:00. It was a more leisurely session, though, involving pizza and joking. When the rest of the team went home, we sent our composer some music ideas and then went to bed.
Sunday was reserved for editing the film together, doing color and audio correction, adding the music and credits, putting in the title, and probably ten other things I don’t even know. This was mostly Bill’s show, with me there for moral support and to lend another set of eyes and ears to the film. We dumped out a backup tape at 5:30, so we’d have something, and Bill worked until 6:45. We arrived at the drop-off location a whole five minutes early, and turned in the final product.
I think you know a film is great when you’ve watched the same scene twenty times in editing, and it still cracks you up. That’s the case. The script was wonderful, we have some knock-out performances, and interesting camera work. We’re very happy with the results.
Our screening is this Thursday (Group F, 9:30 p.m.), and after that the film it will available online at our website. Let’s hope it’s a winner. The title for our film — involving a hardened detective, a sultry lady, a homeowners’ association, and self-help books — is You Pay Your Dues.
Bill went to the kick-off event and drew our genre literally out of a hat. The required elements were given out to the hundred participating teams. And we were off.
Bill and I talked about our genre, “detective/cop,” and what he wanted to do with it. I wasn’t surprised when he wanted to go for a film noir feel. But I was a bit scared. We tossed around a few basic concepts, including placing some actors in the roles, and then called author and blogger Robin Brande.
Our call was the briefest of hellos — no small talk for this chick — and down to business. We told Robin our genre (she groaned) and the required elements. (The character: Roosevelt or Rosie Adams, President; The prop: A bracelet; The line: “That’s what I’m talking about.”) We talked about some things we’d been thinking in terms of style, actors, and settings. She said, basically, “Okay, I’ll call you back in an hour.”
After we hung up, Bill and I didn’t know what to do with ourselves. We’ve always had to help the writer brainstorm or actually write it ourselves. This... this... freedom was a little unnerving. We did have to make some calls, coordinate some logistics and such, but having time to do it was just... wild.
Robin checked in with the script, and she was right on track so she kept on going. We got a full script about 10:30, and we loved it. LOVED IT! Very sharp, very creative, very witty. We needed to make a couple of changes to keep with the locations we had, so she retooled that and we had an absolutely amazing script by midnight. A new record for us. Bill and I talked about the film schedule, costuming, call times, and needed props. Bill sent out an email to the team, and we went to bed.
We had the crew meet at our house at 8:00, but it was more like 9:00 when we had everyone we needed. We decided to film an office scene at my in-laws’ home. The set dressing and camera set-up took much longer than we thought, so we really didn’t start filming until 10:30. Not a stellar beginning. We were also filming some of the harder scenes, which also made it difficult.
But we’ve got great people on our team, and got through those scenes before a late lunch at 2:00. The crew took turns eating and setting up for the living room scene, which we also did at my in-laws’ house (they had taken the kids to the zoo by now). I ran the actors through their lines while the crew worked on lighting, and then Bill came in to direct that scene.
We left the house by 4:00 to do scenes closer to my home. My friend provided the front of her house when one of my locations fell through, and we did a few things there. Then we used the front of my house for a long scene involving five actors and finished just before it got dark. It was supposed to be a gardening scene, but since it was cold and lightly raining, we had to make some adjustments.
We sent home most of the team, and went inside to do voice-overs until about 10:00. It was a more leisurely session, though, involving pizza and joking. When the rest of the team went home, we sent our composer some music ideas and then went to bed.
Sunday was reserved for editing the film together, doing color and audio correction, adding the music and credits, putting in the title, and probably ten other things I don’t even know. This was mostly Bill’s show, with me there for moral support and to lend another set of eyes and ears to the film. We dumped out a backup tape at 5:30, so we’d have something, and Bill worked until 6:45. We arrived at the drop-off location a whole five minutes early, and turned in the final product.
I think you know a film is great when you’ve watched the same scene twenty times in editing, and it still cracks you up. That’s the case. The script was wonderful, we have some knock-out performances, and interesting camera work. We’re very happy with the results.
Our screening is this Thursday (Group F, 9:30 p.m.), and after that the film it will available online at our website. Let’s hope it’s a winner. The title for our film — involving a hardened detective, a sultry lady, a homeowners’ association, and self-help books — is You Pay Your Dues.
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Weekend Update
Still deep into the edit of “You Pay Your Dues,” a detective/cop picture.
But I wanted to let everyone know that tickets are now on sale for our Thursday night screening — grab ’em while you can!
But I wanted to let everyone know that tickets are now on sale for our Thursday night screening — grab ’em while you can!
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Screening Slot: Group F, 5/10 at 9:30 p.m.
Okay, so one more pre-weekend message for everyone — our screening has been scheduled for Thursday, May 10 at 9:30 p.m. (i.e., Group F) at the AFI Silver Theatre. The tickets are not yet on sale, but once they do become available, they will sell out. I’ll try to let people know when they’re available, but in the meantime, you may want to check back at the screening website for updates.
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