Rediscovering (Walt) Disney

My Camera Work A selection of my work as Second Camera on "Trinity", an independent feature shot on location in and around Philadelphia, PA. "Trinity" is a Partners in Krime production, copyright 2008.

My Camera Work A compilation of still and video images from my time at Maine Media Workshops. Maine Media Workshops

Well I found something to help pass the time and keep my hand in the biz. I am volunteering at "The Refuge Media Project" in Boston (Roslindale). The project was started by Ben Achtenberg, he is the project director and the executive producer of the documentary. Ben is an Oscar nominated producer and a seven-time CINE Golden Eagle winner. It’s estimated that more than 500,000 immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers in the United States have been victims of politically motivated torture. They come here from Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia — some legally, some undocumented, some with families and some very much alone. They live in major American cities and in small towns. Some survivors bear visible scars, but many more have been wounded in ways that remain hidden. Throughout the United States, healthcare and social service professionals and students have mobilized to respond to their needs. The Refuge Media Project was created by filmmakers, health educat...

So, I'm not whining, or complaining, well okay, complaining a bit. But what the hell happened to all of the TV work around here? I'm pretty frustrated with the lack of jobs and job leads right now. I know I need to do my part in the job search arena and I think I have been and continue to do so. But c'mon, somebody throw me a bone already will ya? I have broadened my geographical search area to include NYC now. I'll just have to figure out the commute and how comfortable sleeping in my car is. Okay that's it, just venting a bit before I start surfing the net and pounding the pavement AGAIN!!! See you at the movies!

WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!!! A long time ago in a city far, far away… The time: May of 2007. The city: Los Angeles, CA. I sit in a darkened room surrounded by a hundred or so of my closest geek cousins. We were about to witness the first viewing of footage from a little film called “Fanboys” exclusively at Star Wars Celebration IV. Cut to: April 19, 2009, somewhere in New England. I pour a fourth cup of coffee and put my feet up for a private viewing of a little film called “Fanboys”. That’s right, two years later, this little film is finally in theaters on a limited run and it has just been released on DVD. And after watching, I’m left to ask these questions: What the hell took so long!?! And: What the hell have you (Mr. Producer) been doing all that time!?! Much to my chagrin, the movie is not as good as that preview screening would lead us to believe, or to hope. We gathered geeks laughed out loud at the scenes we were shown and we gave the cast and crew a standing ovation when they c...

WARNING: SPOILERS ABOUND!!! I went in to the theater fully expecting to enjoy this film and would have been crushed if I had not. I am not a Star Trek purist, nor am I a J.J. Abrams apologist (just a fan). Is it perfect? No. Are there plot holes? Some. There were moments while watching that I was jarred out of the story by set pieces (hey, I know what that is!) and head scratching (why is that there?). But with the film moving at light speed the entire time you aren’t given a lot of time to dwell on the sticking points. And there are a couple of gags that run just a tad long hence my overall rating below. Everything is bright, shiny and new but at the same time familiar and comfortable. We get Star Fleet, Vulcans, Romulans, Kirk and of course the USS Enterprise. There’s a new paint job on the old girl, Kirk is younger, as is everyone for that matter, younger and hotter. With the opening tease (‘Birth of a Starship Captain’) Abrams and the talented crew of Industrial Light and Magic tak...

I'll have a full report soon. But it is worth the price of admission. Some purists will be miffed but most fans and non-fans will thoroughly enjoy the ride!

Going to Cinemagic in Hooksett today, 11:45AM showing of "Star Trek" in the IMAX theater. I will return later with my assessment.

... like the "awesome" Michael Bay blowing $#!+ up! I am so there! TRANSFORMERS OFFICIAL SITE

"X-men Origins: Wolverine" sags under the weight of The Blob, Logan's adamantium-laced skeleton and a ponderous, over-stuffed and cliche-riddled script. After a very promising first half the film begins to bow to the pressure of being the first summer block-buster. Too many bad CGI filled action sequences. Too many bad lines (and line readings), everything from the over-used-please-stop-saying-it; 'let's do this' to the always popular; 'there's a special place in hell...' And too many super-powered mutants. Seriously? seriously. I mean just how many of the X-Universe characters need to be squeezed in to these movies anyway? Especially if they are A) Unknown to all but the most diehard fanboy, or B) Put in the movie (out of context or continuity) in hopes of generating some interest in yet another X-Sequel. ie: Wade "Deadpool" Wilson & Remy "Gambit" LeBeau. Although, I really enjoyed Ryan Reynold's performance as Wade Wi...

(The following is a response to LAFILMCUTTERs recent post) OH COME ON!!! How far up yer @$$ is that stick? Now pull it out, sit down and shut up! I'm no purist, but I am a fan. Star Trek: TOS is awesome. And there is no way that a new younger cast can top the Shat, Nimoy and the rest of the gang. And "The Wrath of Khan" can't be beat right? But I am still looking forward to this new movie very much. I also can acknowledge that the entire Trek franchise has grown as moldy as bleu cheese. And it needs a kick in the pants. I get what JJ and his cohorts are doing by re-imagining (that's right, I said it!) the Trek universe. I can dig it. I drank the J.J. Abrams Kool-Aid a long time ago. Though, of course, for every "Alias" or "Cloverfield" we get there is also a "What About Brian" lurking just around the corner. Listen there's no need to make "Terminator: Salvation" either. But they are! And I don't hear ya gettin' a...

Hi all... I am looking to collect any used/unwanted Star Wars action figures and vehicles. NO, these are not for me. They will be donated to a very deserving, young Star Wars fan. THANK YOU!!!

I finally got around to ordering new Star Wars and Indiana Jones posters. Went to MOVIEPOSTER.COM and got reprints of Star Wars style D, the "Circus" poster and Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom style B. I have a couple more to order to complete the wish list but this is pretty good start. Here are the posters... Looking for a bargain? MoviePoster.com Got money to burn? Cinemasterpieces.com

Good news for those of you don't have the movie in a market or theater near you. "Fanboys" will be released on DVD, May 19th. Star Wars dot Com

Shirt ironed, Mapquest printed, GPS on, car fueled? Check! OK, here we go... Today I'll be driving up to South Portland, ME for an interview at Lone Wolf Documentary Group. They have an Associate Producer position open on their current project, so I told them I'd love to make the commute from Hooksett to S. Portland! I'm not sure yet what the project is or what network it's for, they have several going at once. Here is the link to their website, you can check 'em out and see what their up to. Founded in 1997 by award winning filmmakers Kirk and Lisa Wolfinger, Lone Wolf Documentary Group is an independent television production company with a long-standing reputation for developing and producing high-end documentaries.

Success! The job search is on the verge of a payoff. I have an interview on Friday. All that printing, folding, stuffing, licking and mailing WAS worth it.

The job search continues. I have mailed out 68 resumes to date. In response I have received one very polite NO, and a definite MAYBE. Two out of 68, guess that's okay. Today involves more internet searching more networking and more finger-crossing.

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The latest from Moore Huntley. Make sure to look for me in the credit too! Below is the press release for Discovery Channel's "Alaska Week" programming, which our show is part of. ALASKA WEEK – EXPLORING AMERICA'S LAST FRONTIER Released by Discovery [NOTE: The following article is a press release issued by the aforementioned network and/or company. Any errors, typos, etc. are attributed to the original author. The release is reproduced solely for the dissemination of the enclosed information.] ALASKA WEEK EXPLORING AMERICA'S LAST FRONTIER -- DISCOVERY CHANNEL WORLD PREMIERE EVERY NIGHT AT 9 PM ET/PT BEGINNING SUNDAY, APRIL 12 -- (Silver Spring, Md) Alaska has long been known as America's last frontier. It is twice the size of Texas, and its mountain ranges, forests and tundra offer some of the largest stretches of wilderness, and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. However, wild predators, violent storms, and below freezing temperatures make Alask...

So, after a near millennia of gestation, "Jonny Quest" is finally headed to the big screen. Thank Hanna and Barbera! Now, I know this is not the white hot property that most of Hollywood is looking for. And quite frankly, like "Watchmen" this may be for a core fanbase of loyal Jonny fans. BUT - I think that there is a great opportunity to bring in a new, younger generation of fans by casting newly kid-friendly Dwayne Johnson as Jonny's body guard, Roger "Race" Bannon. He'll be re-teaming with director Andy Flickman (The Game Plan & Race to Witch Mountain), which is a good thing. I thought "The Game Plan" was thoroughly enjoyable and I'm looking forward to "Witch Mountain", an older Disney franchise that I remember fondly. Now for all you "High School Musical" haters (and fans) the rumor is that Zac Efron is being cast as Jonny himself. 17 year old heart throb plays 11 year old adventurer... talk amongst yoursel...

Do you care if you’re watching? My guess is no, you don’t. I personally found the film fun, entertaining and worth the $30.00 I spent on IMAX tix for Ryan and myself. But I immediately recognized that this movie, most likely, will only please those of us who have read the source material – the Moore & Gibbons 1986 comic series. It is not for everyone. Zack Snyder (300) does his best to compress a years worth of comic books, covering how many sub-plots? Five, six, more? Into a mere 2 hours and 43 minutes. A super-human feat that proves impossible and impractical. The mythology and back story are so dense, you need to have a pause button and the graphic novel next to you to makes heads or tails of some of the very heavy and sometimes far out stories. Lost for sure is the spectre of the countdown-to-midnight of the doomsday clock. The script is unable to convey the seriousness of impending nuclear war as it has to wrestle with the murder mystery/hero rebirth/love triangle plot lin...

Make sure you look for me in the credits! MAN-MADE on Nat Geo

And because I love those old Disney movies. Voyages Extraordinaires

James Whitmore, the veteran Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor who brought American icons Will Rogers, Harry Truman and Theodore Roosevelt to life in one-man shows, died Friday. He was 87. New Hampshire Union Leader IMDb Photo Credit

Here's a little bit of retro-camp to liven up your day, a great promo from FOX. Could they really be putting some thought (and money) into promoting their Friday night sci-fi line-up? Too bad they didn't show "Firefly" the same love huh?

It's a fanboy red-alert - check out these sneak peaks at '09 genre films!

Ray Park is SNAKE EYES! And nope, can't think of too many other actors that would be a better choice. C'mon, no lines to memorize, just bone-breaking, sword-wielding, @$$-kicking action to deliver. And now you know. And knowing is half the battle. GI JOE Official Movie Site GI JOE on iMDB GI JOE at HASBRO

Barack H. Obama - 44th President of the United States. Welcome to Washington Mr. President. Read: Obama's inaugural speech