Post a Comment36-Hour Contest - TOMORROW
April 23, 2010 filmmakers around the world will begin producing a three-minute story on video. 36-hours later they will upload their video to YouTube. Judges will score entries on Story, Cinematography, Sound, Performance and Editing. First Place: $700; Second Place: $300. Hulu may feature the winning videos.
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A Christmas Snow - NEW WEBSITE!
It's live!!! The new site is up and the extended trailer is up too! www.aChristmasSnow.com
Ace Wonder - Behind the Scenes!
Yours Truly will be working on the set of Ace Wonder as the Behind-the-Scenes (BTS) director/videographer.
I am leaving today and will be gone for approx. 5-6 weeks. I'll try to post some things here on the ReelCast blog now and then, but most of the update action will be in the form of BTS videos on the Ace Wonder blog...keep an eye on the website to know when the blog goes live! (For all you techy camera geeks out there, I'll be filming the BTS with the Canon 7D, we'll see how it goes)
We will be filming in Tennesse and also in Texas. If you are interested in visiting the set, rumor has it that there are supposed to be some "open set days" during the shoot. I encourage you to head over to the movie website and sign up for updates to stay on top of all the latest!
"What If" - Movie Website
Visit the website - www.whatif-movie.com
Where Do I Draw the “Line” as a Christian Actor?
"As an actor who is a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, I have certain “lines” that God has helped me draw – things that I feel uncomfortable doing or wearing on stage or screen. But my “line” may be different than your “line.” Let me explain.
Because of my “type” (Midwest Soccer Mom), I don’t usually get the opportunity to read for the “serial killer” or the “evil sorceress,” but I would play the part in a New York minute if it was part of a story line that brought glory to God the Father and pointed people to Jesus. I believe that God is calling believing actors of ALL types to play characters of ALL types to bring glory to HIM. If you are the ‘beady-eyed bad guy’ type and God has called you to be an actor, He will enable you to play those parts you are given with complete truthfulness.
Now, don’t panic…Hear me out…You are a believer FIRST, and an actor second (or third or fourth). The Lord won’t call you to play a part and then abandon you as you walk in obedience to Him. BUT…As a professional actor, you have a responsibility to the director and the project to be the most convincing bad guy in the world for them if you agree to play that part. If it will make you uncomfortable to have to explain to your dear old Auntie Mabel that you are really not a convicted felon (you just play one on TV), then maybe you should ask your agent not to submit you for any roles like that. Unfortunately, if that is your “type,” you will probably work a lot less. Reality stinks.
We all know that drama is conflict, and without it…yawn! There usually is a bad guy or antagonist of some kind. What a great testimony to be able to convincingly play such a part on screen, but display all the fruits of the spirit simultaneously to the real world off the set.
To summarize, let me encourage you to seek the Lord individually this week. Ask the Lord where He wants to draw YOUR line and how He wants you to market YOUR type. Then pray about every opportunity in light of what the Lord is telling YOU to do.
There will always be critics and well-meaning skeptics. Just remember, Jesus had them, too. I’m sure he was criticized for inviting himself to Zaccheus’ house one day. Jesus saw how much that little man wanted to see him and knew that the Father set up that appointment so that he and his entire family could be saved! There may be a Director or a fellow actor or an agent this week who is curious about your faith. Don’t miss a “Zaccheus” because you are afraid to get your reputation or your “Christian image” tarnished. Pray hard, put on the belt of truth and play the part!!
I’d love to hear about the Zaccheus you meet this week!! I am praying for you!"
In His Strength,
Anne
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Apple MacBook Pro Updates
Apple on Tuesday issued long-awaited updates to its MacBook Pro line of notebook computers, upgrading them to Intel's latest high-end Core i7, Core i5 and Core 2 Duo mobile processors, and adding new automated graphics switching technology.Apple on Tuesday issued long-awaited updates to its MacBook Pro line of notebook computers, upgrading them to Intel's latest high-end Core i7, Core i5 and Core 2 Duo mobile processors, and adding new automated graphics switching technology.
"The new MacBook Pro is as advanced on the inside as it is stunning on the outside," said Philip Schiller, Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. "With faster processors, amazing graphics and up to three more hours of battery life, the new MacBook Pro delivers both performance and efficiency."
More Info - www.apple.com
"What If" - Theatrical Trailer
whatifmovie.wordpress.com for pictures, behind the scenes videos, and updates!