Fireproof Trailer - Update

Here is a Quicktime version of the trailer.

Update on Upgrades

I've had my old computer and software about three years and it was time for an upgrade. ReelCast has recently been updated to Final Cut Studio 2 and a 24" iMac. I'll be selling my old iMac G5 so send me an email if you're interested ;)

With dual 2.8GHz processors and 4GB of RAM I can definetaly "feel" the speed increase which is nice for rendering in Final Cut and working with large files in Photoshop. I am also amazed at how much more screen space there is going from 20" to a 24". A 30" just blows my mind....and some people use TWO of them. I'm happy with 24" at least for now :p The iMac came with the new Apple Keyboard and Mighty Mouse and I must say that I'm spoiled with them already :) The new thin Keyboard is very easy to type on and doesn't make very much noise. Mighty Mouse has a right click button and a scroller ball which are REALLY GREAT!!

I DIDN'T BUY IT FROM APPLE
I like to find the best deal that I can when buying...well...anything, as a result I didn't end up buying anything directly from the Apple store. I think I'm going to have to break down and buy the iMac AppleCare from them though.

-I found the iMac on eBay from a reputable seller for several hundred dollars less than the the Apple price.
-To upgrade the computer from 2GB of RAM to 4GB I chose Other World Computing. They have RAM for about half of Apple's price and they have fast shipping too.
-So where did I find a price break on Apple Software? Safe Harbor was running a special price for the Final Cut Studio 2 upgrade through January 31st.

I know this is just a general update, but I didn't have much else to post about today :)

NRB Press Conference

Read Doug's blog for more info regarding the NRB press conference. They are looking to have a $10,000 audience choice award!!

The Battle For Civilization

The Botkin's newest project is in production.

The Battle for Civilization is an ambitious seven-part television series. It represents a fresh and creative look at the little-known turning points in world culture that led to periods temporary civilization. The content will help viewers apply some very practical knowledge to the challenges of the 21st century.

The series will give average American men the intellectual tools they need to face the disintegrating disciplines of economics, science, history, art, politics and religion.

They have a couple of video clips on their blog. 'Click here' to visit the website.

SAICFF INFO!!

This week holds another big announcement! Vision Forum has released the official time lengths, categories, entry deadline and an updated BEST OF FESTIVAL award!!

Thanks to the generous donation of a private foundation, the cash prize payout for their annual “Best of Festival” Jubilee Award is being upped to more than $101,000, giving it the top rank for cash prizes among film festivals worldwide. In addition, it is expected that other cash, product and service related prizes will bring the total value of awards for the next SAICFF in excess of $200,000. Doug Phillips, founder of the SAICFF, will make the announcement at an official press conference to be held at 1:30pm at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

Read the official press release HERE! View categories here!

Fireproof TEASER!!

Ok everybody, one of the big moments has arrived! There is now a teaser for Fireproof!!! They have also put up an official website with pictures, movie clips and a behind the scenes video.

'Click Here' to visit the website and see the teaser trailer!

Pendragon Pics

This is a little promo I designed for the movie.

Wow, what a trip!! Praise the Lord for allowing this to work out!! I flew from OKC to STL on Wed., drove up with some of the "Southern Burns" to MI on Thurs., filmed on Fri. and Sat., drove back to STL on Sun. and flew back to OKC that evening.

My excitement for the Pendragon project has only escalated since being on set :) I was busy running a video camera most of the time and didn't take very many pictures. Hopefully you can sort of get an idea of the trip from my view.

Looking into the west.

This is known as the "Southern Burns" residence in IL. Home to Chad's parents and siblings. Chad's dad (Ray Burns) plays Artos' father and Nick plays Cadeyrn. I had a great time riding up with this crew.

This is known as the "Northern Burns" residence in MI. The famous "Hillfort" is located here in their backyard.

A few of the transportation fleet await the call of duty.

Aaron enjoying warmth, food and being inside. Actually, I think we all enjoyed those moments.

Aaron (as Artos) braving the cold. Those horses didn't like standing still and neither did we. NOTE: feet get cold when standing still in the snow.

You don't want this guy on your trail. Trust me.

Wenneveria and the King get set for another take. Hmm, ok so the horses did decide to stand still now and then.

Chad (Director) - Nick (Cadeyrn) - Ethan Ledden (Director of Photography)
This trio was often seen consulting over the best course of action.

Setting up for a crane shot. I am actually standing on a ladder for this scene to get some close ups of the actors as they ride their horses.

Trying to keep my hands warm. They had little heat packets that we carried around and wow were they helpful!

Framing up a shot. We used two Canon XL2 cameras during the shoot.
Thanks to Gabe Everson for the pics of me.

The end of the road, for that trip anyway.

Stay tuned to the Pendragon Blog for more updates as the filming continues. Special thanks to Chad for permission to post these pictures.

On the Pendragon Set!!

This is a quick graphic I put together in my moments of sheer excitement!

King Ambrosius leads the boar hunt

Wenneveria signals to the hunting party

Artos scans the woods

Cadeyrn, the man with the evil schemes

Yours truly running Camera B

The Pendragon blog has more pics from the weekend shoot.
-Blog Post #1 - Blog Post #2 - Blog Post #3

Fireproof Clips

I found this BTS of Fireproof and here is a short scene from the movie.

Michigan

Praise the Lord I made it back from the Pendragon shoot! It was quite an adventure and the weather was FREEZING cold.

They have done a great job with costumes and acting and locations, it all looked really really good!!

Hopefully I can post some pictures, once I get them off my camera.