IMMACULATE AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE VIEWING

My very first cinematic attempt, Immaculate, is now available for viewing online at UndergroundFilm. Shot in the summer of 2002 if I remember correctly, the film stars Kate Dobson, Grant Williams and Zane Seal. Poor writing, poor shots and poor sound make this baby a gem. There's a reason I never screened it publically. The film is bad (at no fault to the actors) and I take full responsibility for it's shitiness. I did learn a lot from it, however, if that counts for anything. I'd like to think that the films since this one have been better and will continue to get better as I grow in my craft. So why show it now then? I don't know. Why not? People ask me about it frequently and it's fun to see where I was then as compared to now. Click here to view if you dare.

KIND WORDS FOR PERSISTENCE OF VISION

I received an unexpected email today from Austin Burbridge, editor of Cinema Minima, saying that he had written a story about Persistence of Vision. I had never talked to him so it came as a pleasant surprise. The story primarilly references the interview I did with Diana Rooks for IndianapolisFilm.Net, but it goes on to say:

"This is precisely the kind of movie making that ought to be supported, encouraged, and emulated. It is local. It is about ordinary people, doing the most remarkable things of all, making the most of their own lives — playing the hands that Life has dealt them. The director, instead of reaching for something celebrated or fantastical, has elected to participate in the life of his own community, and has made himself available to its wealth of stories. As an American politician had remarked that “All politics is local,” this production demonstrates that all documentary is local, too."

Thank you for the kind words and coverage Austin. I appreciate that and will pass it on to Jean as well.

MY KENTUCKY WEEKEND EXCURSION

Went down to the Galt House Hotel in Louisville this past weekend for the National Federation of the Blind's annual conference. Staying in a hotel with 3,000 blind people from all 50 states (as well as from Puerto Rico, Guam and 37 foreign countries)and being a sighted minority was a bit of a surreal experience to be honest. I was unable to interview Dr. Maurer, my original reason for going, but it was the 4th of July and I was able to catch fireworks and a free K.C and the Sunshine Band concert before coming home (see photo below). So I suppose the trip was still worthwhile!



Jean is still down there until July 9th and then she'll be back and busy with finishing touches at the salon before the grand opening (now scheduled for Saturday, July 30th). All are invited to come and check it out. I'll be there shooting. If you'd like more info and/or directions, just send me an email.

An interview I did recently with Diana Rooks about Persistence of Vision is now available online. Check it out if you'd like to learn a more about the film.