FAT MONSTER FILMS presents "O2" ... Every. Breath. Counts.

[ZFarms Productions]

http://www.archivisuals.com/TimBirthday.jpg

HAHAHAHA! good times!

[Mark Johnson]

http://www.archivisuals.com/HotTub.jpg

[Mark Johnson]

http://www.archivisuals.com/Zfarms.jpg

[Mark Johnson]

PRIZE for the best caption:

http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

[Matt Sconce]

PRIZE for the best caption:

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The 30 year reunion of the tumbling circus duo ended in tragedy.

[Mark Johnson]

http://www.archivisuals.com/FauxPas.jpg

[Zak Forsman]

PRIZE for the best caption:

http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

Mark Johnson of Fat Monster gives it "Three Thumbs Up!!!"

[Mark Johnson]

http://www.archivisuals.com/Drink.jpg

[GageFX]

Taking Mark's Fonzi impersonation too literally, Blaine makes the mistake of actually "sittting on it".


http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

[Kyle Stebbins]

http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

Sex. Brandon Rice.

[GageFX]

:thumbsup:

[Simon Höfer]

You guys are having way too much fun over there :D

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Oh dear GOD!!! I'm not on the threads for one weekend and you guys post pics like these..."YEAH SIR!!" is what I imagine you saying when you took that pic of you and Blaine...Looks like you guys had a blast. When is your Road Trip?

Rogan

[Mark Harris]

PRIZE for the best caption:

http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

You crop this one right, it looks like Blaine is Mark's Johnson.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

You crop this one right, it looks like Blaine is Mark's Johnson.


my children are cringing from the thought of that....:zombie_smiley:

Rogan

[Mark Harris]

Well if the next fest is a horror fest, I just got my idea...

[MattinSTL]

PRIZE for the best caption:

http://www.archivisuals.com/XXX.jpg

1) "I got the sybian working again, hurry up and take your turn!"

2) Blaine unwittingly takes a seat as Mark waits for the cameraman's vote... one more thumbs up and it's atomic wedgie time.

3) "Nothing to worry about... those are just hemmorhoids."

4) "Ten bucks says I can pick you up using only my thumbs and your ears!"....."You're on!"

5) I trade you a Dewar's for a piggyback ride out to the hot tub!

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Good Lord, looks like a great time. I am laughing myself out of my chair right now.

[Tom Marshall]

1) "I got the sybian working again, hurry up and take your turn!"

HA!!! :evil:


:bath:

[ugafan]

crazy times at the monster house. by the way, i saw ana on rerun of csi miami last night!

[ZFarms Productions]

i'm having a blast at the Monster Shack.

we're about to put in Poolhall Junkies (Mark and Tim haven't seen it before).

[ugafan]

can someone clarify what the monster shack is exactly? is it mark's apartment or house?

[Mark Johnson]

can someone clarify what the monster shack is exactly? is it mark's apartment or house?

Last September when Tim and I founded Fat Monster we looked for live/work space. We found a new apartment complex that is built into a small shopping district out here on the East side of the L.A. basin (in Rancho Cucamonga) that had some unique space. As an experiment they created a series of townhouse apartments that sit over office space that opens onto the shopping center. When you rent one of these units you get retail space that is zoned commercially and also a two story 2-bedroom apartment above the space along with a garage. It is a pretty sweet setup so that we live where we work. Since then we've partnered with Luis who owns a really nice home right in L.A. Luis's place is Monster shack West and ours is Monster shack East.

[ugafan]

Last September when Tim and I founded Fat Monster we looked for live/work space. We found a new apartment complex that is built into a small shopping district out here on the East side of the L.A. basin (in Rancho Cucamonga) that had some unique space. As an experiment they created a series of townhouse apartments that sit over office space that opens onto the shopping center. When you rent one of these units you get retail space that is zoned commercially and also a two story 2-bedroom apartment above the space along with a garage. It is a pretty sweet setup so that we live where we work. Since then we've partnered with Luis who owns a really nice home right in L.A. Luis's place is Monster shack West and ours is Monster shack East.

that does sound like a nice setup. now, who is luis?

[Matty_g]

you've probably only heard him referred to as super luis.

Dvxuser: siniarch.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Last September when Tim and I founded Fat Monster we looked for live/work space. We found a new apartment complex that is built into a small shopping district out here on the East side of the L.A. basin (in Rancho Cucamonga) that had some unique space. As an experiment they created a series of townhouse apartments that sit over office space that opens onto the shopping center. When you rent one of these units you get retail space that is zoned commercially and also a two story 2-bedroom apartment above the space along with a garage. It is a pretty sweet setup so that we live where we work. Since then we've partnered with Luis who owns a really nice home right in L.A. Luis's place is Monster shack West and ours is Monster shack East.

That's a pretty great set up there. So you both live there full time? I've always been curious about this as well, just never took the time to ask.

[MattinSTL]

Oh my God it's so much more then that... and if I could... I'd smack you for asking "who is luis"...

Luis is a force to be reckoned with... Luis is the guy you hate if he's on the other team and the guy you love if he's on your team.

Kholi said it best when he said that if Luis were only a little taller... and the sun were pulled from it's orbit and crashing to earth... Luis is the one guy who would step up and kick it back in place.

Now I don't know what that means exactly... mainly because I'm PUI (posting under the influence)... but from my observations... I think it means that no matter what happens or what needs to be done... Luis handles it... no, you don't understand... Luis handles it. He is a one man army, and his battalion is a 10 ton grip truck.

[siniarch]

I have been fortunate and honored to be admitted and engulfed by FAT MONSTER.
I tried to resist, but when the monster is hungry there is nothing keeping anything from its grasp.

I would like to publicly thank Mark and Tim for allowing me the opportunity to work with them and be a part of such an amazing group. I see nothing but great success for all of us and all of our friends.

[Norm Sanders]

Hey Guys, I'm real late in getting to watch films in the fest, and am trying to watch & vote as quickly as I can before the 2nd now.

Soooo, I've just watched this one. It's the 1st "10" that I've handed out, as there was little to nothing wrong I could find to pick it apart. Sure, if I really wanted to quip I could critique a composite here or there, but the story was so great on this that nothing else really matters!

Great performances from the cast, and a helluva story! Loved what you guys did with this. And the music and sound? Wow! It goes without saying that you scored an amazing set as well.

Overall, this is the best work I've seen come out of the Fat Monster camp yet. Very proud of you guys ... excellent growth, and each and every film or project you've put out has only gotten better.

So you can imagine I expect incredible things from that Vienna Teng music video, right?! :grin:

Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on a job well done!

[kyrre]

Very impressive production value, great story. The poster and tagline were a bit misleading, but that's how advertising works I guess. Nice work guys!

[Tom Marshall]

Lu-is! Lu-is! Lu-is!

(You can't see it, but I was pounding my fists on the table at the same time)

:beer:

[ugafan]

you've probably only heard him referred to as super luis.

Dvxuser: siniarch.

thanks for clearing that up. sorry about that luis! :cheesy:

[siniarch]

no worries ugafan. I hope I never think that everyone should know about me. :)

edit: well, maybe if I kicked the sun back into place, then maybe everyone should know me. But until then. ahahhaha

[ugafan]

no worries ugafan. I hope I never think that everyone should know about me. :)

edit: well, maybe if I kicked the sun back into place, then maybe everyone should know me. But until then. ahahhaha

haha. i've seen you posting before, i just always think of people by their dvxuser name.

[ZFarms Productions]

joke of the year!

Who is the dumbest woman on a film set?

Answer:
The one sleeping with the writer!!!


HAHAHA!

[ZFarms Productions]

having a blast at the Monster Shack

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/filmdirector1986/CIMG0604.jpg

[Dustin R. Rogan]

having a blast at the Monster Shack

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/filmdirector1986/CIMG0604.jpg
Is that one of Marks Shirts? I always see him in a Hawaiian shirt...sad is I own one myself...maybe I should bring it out to LA...

Rogan

[ZFarms Productions]

Is that one of Marks Shirts? I always see him in a Hawaiian shirt...sad is I own one myself...maybe I should bring it out to LA...

Rogan


no its mine lol

[Norm Sanders]

That wall needs a BERLIN poster on it! Maybe I'll bring some out with me when I'm in LA in the next month or so. :evil:

[Slimothy]

That wall needs a BERLIN poster on it! Maybe I'll bring some out with me when I'm in LA in the next month or so. :evil:

Dude,
You know we'll post it brutha.

[ZFarms Productions]

dudes and dudettes, we're having a blast right now. i love it here. i don't want to go home.

[Slimothy]

i'm telling you. Dean (ZFarms) is one of the coolest people I've ever met. He's one cool dude

[ZFarms Productions]

Thanks Tim. I wish I could say the same about you. ZING!!!!!!!!

[Slimothy]

Cereal.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

i'm telling you. Dean (ZFarms) is one of the coolest people I've ever met. He's one cool dude
I should prolly come up with some material for the monster boys to give the facade (i think thats how you spell it) that I'm cool or resemble cool in some way...or they'll be soreily upset that they let me in the FM pad...

Rogan

[Slimothy]

I should prolly come up with some material for the monster boys to give the facade (i think thats how you spell it) that I'm cool or resemble cool in some way...or they'll be soreily upset that they let me in the FM pad...

Rogan

Cereal.

[Mark Johnson]

Serial

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Cereal.
Normal typing Rogan
Mmmm...food...
Voice inside Rogan's head
"DAMNIT fatty your on a diet, to many calories and you stay fat and the ladies don't like that"
Normal typing Rogan
No thank you, but I'll take a beer and one of those hotties you posed with, I have more than 50 posts...(looks to see how many posts he has) 822 that puts me in the VIP room right...

Rogan

[Slimothy]

Normal typing Rogan
Mmmm...food...
Voice inside Rogan's head
"DAMNIT fatty your on a diet, to many calories and you stay fat and the ladies don't like that"
Normal typing Rogan
No thank you, but I'll take a beer and one of those hotties you posed with, I have more than 50 posts...(looks to see how many posts he has) 822 that puts me in the VIP room right...

cereal.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

cereal.
HAHA Cereal Mascots in theropy funny stuff

http://youtube.com/watch?v=eBGIQ7ZuuiU

[Slimothy]

dustin has taken over for the coolest person I've ever talked to. Sorry ZFarms.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Damn skippy

Rogan

[ZFarms Productions]

Rogan. It was a blast talking with ya. Hopefully I'll be out for the screening, to meet you face to face.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Rogan. It was a blast talking with ya. Hopefully I'll be out for the screening, to meet you face to face.

lol you guys are insane!

I too look forward to meeting everyone face to face! I'll be the short hairy guy wearing the one and only 1st edition TDRP t-shirt with the brown blazer
(is that sad i've picked out what I'm wearing?)

Rogan

[conrad_johnson]

Normal typing Rogan
Mmmm...food...
Voice inside Rogan's head
"DAMNIT fatty your on a diet, to many calories and you stay fat and the ladies don't like that"
Normal typing Rogan
No thank you, but I'll take a beer and one of those hotties you posed with, I have more than 50 posts...(looks to see how many posts he has) 822 that puts me in the VIP room right...

Rogan

But, the good thing is, the girls you WANT to be with don't care it your fat. I'm fat and have never had a problem with girls. (because I'm super charming):evil:

EDIT, I've always been with girls who are much more attractive than I am too, I don't know how I get away with it.

[ZFarms Productions]

EDIT, I've always been with girls who are much more attractive than I am too, I don't know how I get away with it.

you probably do what i do. pay them. ;)

[Mark Harris]

you probably do what i do. pay them. ;)

Ouch.

I can vouch for Joe's PIMP-age. Not only has he had the hotness of lingothree, but I have seen other women of his. And let me tell you. Da boy is Da mang.

[MattinSTL]

having a blast at the Monster Shack

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/filmdirector1986/CIMG0604.jpg


When I first glanced at this shot I assumed that Tim was just that excited about mixing maker's mark instead of beam. :evil:

This shot is freakin' sick... I hate to point out the obvious, but some people won't notice the poster on the wall that says "monstrous" as Tim mimics it... some people don't notice things like that... such as "the church handles things people don't want to talk about..." "D'oh! Who's composing that shot!?"



dudes and dudettes, we're having a blast right now. i love it here. i don't want to go home.

Dude I'm telling you... this is how cults get started... these guys could start the FM Church. :engel017: Each time I left out there I could hear Don Henley telling me I could check out anytime I liked, but I could never leave.

I've been out to LA a lot of times before... and I never cared about staying before I met the FM circle. The hope for everybody else reading this thread is that it's about people... for everywhere I've been in Cali it comes down to a handful of people that make the whole LA experience mean anything.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

joke of the year!

Who is the dumbest woman on a film set?

Answer:
The one sleeping with the writer!!!


HAHAHA!

:furious3: I hope you were plastered when you wrote that! You don't really mean it! ...do you? :huh:

[ZFarms Productions]

maybe. maybe not. ;)


hey I'm a writer also, keep in mind.

[Tom Marshall]

Todo: Teach Nick about the Hollywood "class" structure... :laugh:

[ZFarms Productions]

Todo: Teach Nick about the Hollywood "class" structure... :laugh:

It starts with Tommy on top, then goes down from there :D

[Tom Marshall]

It starts with Tommy on top, then goes down from there :D

I knew you were a quick learner... :thumbsup:

[ZFarms Productions]

I knew you were a quick learner... :thumbsup:


Well, I NEEDED to be a quick learner. I couldn't put up with all the lashings for saying Mark Johnson is at the top.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

It starts with Tommy on top, then goes down from there :D

No! No! I won't accept it! I just won't! Stop it! Now! :kali:

[Tom Marshall]

Well, I NEEDED to be a quick learner. I couldn't put up with all the lashings for saying Mark Johnson is at the top.

I can only imagine... :lipsrseal :laugh:



No! No! I won't accept it! I just won't! Stop it! Now! :kali:

:cool:

[jasonthewho]

Great talking to you dudes this morning! Hope you're not too hung over! :)

[ZFarms Productions]

Great talking to you dudes this morning! Hope you're not too hung over! :)

I'm not. Can't speak for Mark and Tim though.

We need to talk more Jason! Seriously.

[Gord.T]

I've heard some people had a problem with the Trevor character. I loved his acting. Especially the 'look' in the one scene and then where he falls down. My fav actor in this fest, in fact of all so far. I don't know, just my kind of actor.
Best actor I've seen on dvx yet.

[Mark Johnson]

I've heard some people had a problem with the Trevor character. I loved his acting. Especially the 'look' in the one scene and then where he falls down. My fav actor in this fest, in fact of all so far. I don't know, just my kind of actor.
Best actor I've seen on dvx yet.

I ordinarily don't express opinions about our own actors, but I agree with you Raptor so I'll say so. I thought adding Todd Lowe was one of the best things we did and I loved his look and his character. Also, the guy was great to work with and happily gave his time for us to get the pickup shot that made the opening scene.

[Norm Sanders]

Speaking of which, what happened to the fighter pilot dude that's listed on the 1st page? If I remember correctly, there was only a cast of 3 in the film?

[Slimothy]

Speaking of which, what happened to the fighter pilot dude that's listed on the 1st page? If I remember correctly, there was only a cast of 3 in the film?

He's the voice at the end.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Wait, why are we talking about a film in this thread? (awkward drawnout pause) Ohhhhh! This is the O2 thread. I had almost forgotten.

I agree, the acting was superb!

[Tom Marshall]

I ordinarily don't express opinions about our own actors, but I agree with you Raptor so I'll say so. I thought adding Todd Lowe was one of the best things we did and I loved his look and his character. Also, the guy was great to work with and happily gave his time for us to get the pickup shot that made the opening scene.

Todd did do a great job and really helped bring that character to life. I'm glad you guys got him in that role.

[Mark Johnson]

Tommy, when we come up for air I'll get you a cut from that scene we shot with you and Len.

[Tom Marshall]

Sounds good, Mark. Thanks.

So what's the Monster Pad up to this weekend?

[Mark Johnson]

Sounds good, Mark. Thanks.

So what's the Monster Pad up to this weekend?

I've got my boy hanging with me for the weekend. We're gonna do the beach, Wall-e, Magic Mountain etc. ... you're welcome to come hang too if you want, dude.

[Tom Marshall]

Mark, that's cool to hear man. I hope you have a great weekend with "The Dude" Jr. :beer:

[Kyle Stebbins]

I've got my boy hanging with me for the weekend. We're gonna do the beach, Wall-e, Magic Mountain etc. ... you're welcome to come hang too if you want, dude.

Wall-E was freakin FAN TASTIC.

I'm a bit obsessed now.

I've applied for an internship at Pixar... but I think I'm going to reapply about 80 more times, and then call them incessantly.

What's the latest in Monsterville, fellas? -- I delivered the discs today, Mark. They might be delayed due to the holiday weekend, but they shall make their way.

HAPPY EARLY FOURTH OF JULY EVERYONE!!

[Lingothree]

Ouch.

I can vouch for Joe's PIMP-age. Not only has he had the hotness of lingothree, but I have seen other women of his. And let me tell you. Da boy is Da mang.

Joe told me I had to come see what Mark said.
:love4:Awwww... You know seeing you just days after my web-toed, ends every sentence in "and then I pawned it" or "no, I've never voted" boyfriend broke up with me was just what I needed.

You're the best.

I have mono. But I need to vote on these films before the end of the night, no? I'd better get crackin'!

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

I managed to find Dear Jane.

Great flick!

Cheers, :beer:
Mike

[Lingothree]

I managed to find Dear Jane.

Great flick!

Cheers, :beer:
Mike


Thanks dude!

[Tom Marshall]

I thought Dear Jane was cool too.

[Lingothree]

I thought Dear Jane was cool too.

THANXXXXXXXXXX

[Danielleus]

Hey,

Will comment later about the film (sorry I haven't done so. But I really love it. I'm just trying to find things to constructively say besides gushing everywhere).

But congrats on making the second round. Well deserved.

[Postmaster]

Yeeehaaa! You made it.

Concrats!

Frank

[Mark Johnson]

Thanks so much Danielleus and Frank. We feel very honored to make the finals and to be able to be in the company with such great filmmakers.

[Simon Höfer]

Congratulations! Well, it's actually no surprise :D

[Susanne G.]

Congratulations to the whole monster crew. Best wishes for 11. July.

Susanne & Jason

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Wow I'm surprised that they let this poo pooing movie in the finals...





















:D
Just Kidding...you know I love you guys! Gratz!

Rogan

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Congratulations!!

[Zak Forsman]

congratulations guys!!!!! hey, does bullis get to vote this time? i have feeling he could put you over the top!

[bosindy]

congrats on the finals. well done!

[disjecta]

Congratulations....well deserved.

[Mark Harris]

congrats on the finals guys

[Cryogenic Filmworks]

Congrats on getting into the top 8. You guys did an awesome job.

:thumbsup:

[conrad_johnson]

Nice work gents.

I want a drunk dial on the 11th.

651.470.9649

[MrKilloran]

Congrats.

[majikfraug]

Sweet! Congrats, and see you at the party...

[Zoidoid]

I'm hoping that if I come here and say "congratulations on O2 making the finals" it will be enough to keep up my charade of well-wishing friendship. Really, I'm just in it so that I can get invited to the exclusive Hollywood parties you guys will throw once you make it big in the near future. If your current parties are any indication, it should be epic.

In all seriousness though -- this film is killer, and I couldn't imagine a group of guys more deserving of the success.

[Slimothy]

Thanks everyone. We're really proud of everyone involved and am ecstatic to be considered along with the rest of the entries.

[Mark Johnson]

I'm hoping that if I come here and say "congratulations on O2 making the finals" it will be enough to keep up my charade of well-wishing friendship. Really, I'm just in it so that I can get invited to the exclusive Hollywood parties you guys will throw once you make it big in the near future. If your current parties are any indication, it should be epic.

In all seriousness though -- this film is killer, and I couldn't imagine a group of guys more deserving of the success.

You rock Zoidoid. You also are on the list for the good parties now. Why don't you get a flight and come get started next week?

[pia12254]

Congratulations fellas! Not a surprise to me that you are in the Top 8 as it was more than well deserved! In fact, if you had not been in the Top 8 I would have thrown my virtual towel in the ring in protest! :D

Also, a big thanks for hosting the L.A. screening! If I am not able to make it I will at least be sitting in a dark room with a case of beer and some techno blasting watching the webcast! :)

Cheers!

Daniel

[Edgen]

Hey Fatmonsters! Wanted to say congrats on making it to the final round!

[Jack Daniel Stanley]

uhm, oh yeah ... congrats biotches.

[Herman Witkam]

yep. congrats.


and THX for organizing the screenings! (Yep - we need THX at the screenings!!!! :D

[pauly_the_hitman]

Well what can I say that has not already been said. In the words of Rick who art in Hollywood "Never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down, never gonna run around and desert you". Thats right I love your film and so does my buddy Rick or at least he would if he know it existed. Anyway great flick can't wait to have some beers and shout the shiet with ya all. See ya next week.
-Pauly

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Wait? What the Hell? Did I just get Dick Rolled* in the written form? I don't know what to feel right now...




*Total accidental slip of my finger that was way to cool to fix.

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Monsters! Any chance of handing out a Viewers Choice ballot to the crowd in L.A. after they watch the final 8?

Could be cool to get another award added to the Fest. Even if it is just for the prestige of it all. :D

Just a thought.

Cheers!

Mike

[Dustin R. Rogan]

I'll be training tonight for my nights at the Monster House....

WOO Happy 4th Monsters!

:beer:
Rogan

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Wait? Did I just get Dick Rolled

Did Penguin just come out of the closet?

Rogan

[Slimothy]

Monsters! Any chance of handing out a Viewers Choice ballot to the crowd in L.A. after they watch the final 8?

Could be cool to get another award added to the Fest. Even if it is just for the prestige of it all. :D

Just a thought.

Cheers!

Mike

You'll have to talk to Barry or Jason about that.

[Barry_Green]

Viewers Choice is the whole purpose of judging already -- the entire fest is a Viewers Choice!

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Viewers Choice is the whole purpose of judging already -- the entire fest is a Viewers Choice!Not really. I meant the audience.... the public. It is open to the public isn't it?

It would be nice to get the opinion of those who are not connected to anyone personally in the fest. Non biased.

Unless the audience will just consist solely of DVX members? If so, I see your point and there will be no need.

Just a thought, wouldn't take much. Just a blank ballot with the entry names on them.

Cheers!

Mike

[Gord.T]

Not really. I meant the audience.... the public. It is open to the public isn't it?

It would be nice to get the opinion of those who are not connected to anyone personally in the fest. Non biased.

Unless the audience will just consist solely of DVX members? If so, I see your point and there will be no need.

Just a thought, wouldn't take much. Just a blank ballot with the entry names on them.

Cheers!

Mike

Yeah I agree to a point but the problem there is it would become a matter of ballot stuffing if it were open to non members, agreed? Anyways I think being judged by your peers is about as classy as one could hope for. I'm sure the box office numbers will make do in the meantime. :)

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Yeah I agree to a point but the problem there is it would become a matter of ballot stuffing if it were open to non members, agreed? Anyways I think being judged by your peers is about as classy as one could hope for. I'm sure the box office numbers will make do in the meantime. :)Don't get me wrong, it's all awesome! You just tend to get a more honest opinion from complete strangers. Not sure why the public would stuff the ballot? They have nothing to gain?

I'm also not talking about a prize here. Most Fest's have a viewers choice award. It's just a recognition award, nothing more.
Once again, just a thought.

If the crowd is mostly filled with DVX Members... no need to bother.
We already have the results for that.

Cheers,

Mike

[Blaine]

I'm really excited about the "panel voting" which will give an even better non-biased look at the entries. It is something that carries a lot of weight because it is coming from the people we are really trying to impress.

[Mark Harris]

I'm really excited about the "panel voting" which will give an even better non-biased look at the entries. It is something that carries a lot of weight because it is coming from the people we are really trying to impress.


Which are...who?

[Mark Johnson]

Which are...who?

Many of us are interested in getting favorable responses from industry professionals. Thus, having a panel made up of producers, agents and the like is really important aspect to the developing festival in our mind. Of course, I'm sure many members don't care about making a career of it and only make films for the fun of it.

[Blaine]

Which are...who?
I don't know who it will be but this is what Jason Ramsey had to say about it:

Panel Voting:
In addition to the 2nd round popular vote, we are simultaneously sending the films off to an independent panel of industry professionals. They will remain anonymous until the fest winners are announced, but you can be proud in knowing that at least one Oscar Winning Producer (Best Film) will be viewing your work.

The panel vote is an ADDITIONAL recognition. The top 3 (as always) is decided by you the members. In addition to that, there will be a Panel award for "Best Film) as chosen by the panel. Again, this is an award that is in addition to the audience voted awards that you may be familiar with.

[Jack Daniel Stanley]

I'm really excited about the "panel voting" which will give an even better non-biased look at the entries. It is something that carries a lot of weight because it is coming from the people we are really trying to impress.


Which are...who?


Panel is:

http://static.taume.com/image/David-Hasselhoff.jpg

http://www.aolcdn.com/red_galleries/michael-richards-comedy-400a071907.jpg

AND

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/02/27/movies/27busey.jpg

Their feedback should be invaluable.

[Mark Harris]

Many of us are interested in getting favorable responses from industry professionals. Thus, having a panel made up of producers, agents and the like is really important aspect to the developing festival in our mind. Of course, I'm sure many members don't care about making a career of it and only make films for the fun of it.

I'm not saying otherwise. I was wondering who the panel is. I read the thing Jason wrote, but I guess I was wondering why it is anonymous.

[Blaine]

What rock did you crawl out from under, Stanley?



:Drogar-BigGrin(DBG)


I'm not saying otherwise. I was wondering who the panel is. I read the thing Jason wrote, but I guess I was wondering why it is anonymous.I guess Jack's post says it all...

[Gord.T]

...Not sure why the public would stuff the ballot? They have nothing to gain?...


(A little preface: I've been chatting with Mike lateley so this is a light hearted response. Hey Mike.)


Oh baby, stuff they will. Have you witnessed the human behaviour on You-Tube? Are there really people like that? Yes and no.

But I can see a friend of a fellow filmaker, even if unsolicited, posting 25 votes for the same clip. How do I know? Gulp! Because I did that for a dvxuser during the Heinze fest. And, ha, those were the rules, so I tried to help out the guy.

And yes I still thought he was deserving, but yeah, I helped stuff the ballots.
And what was my material reward? Nothing. Just cause that's the game they called, them were the rules, and they asked us to play. So...that we did.

On a more serious note, congrats Mark & Tim & crew on the top 8.
I hope to watch the web cast if I've not already missed it.
-Cheers.

[Blaine]

On a more serious note, congrats Mark & Tim & crew on the top 8.
I hope to watch the web cast if I've not already missed it.
-Cheers.No worries, it's on July 11th :thumbsup:

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

But I can see a friend of a fellow filmaker, even if unsolicited, posting 25 votes for the same clip. How do I know? Gulp! Because I did that for a dvxuser during the Heinze fest. And, ha, those were the rules, so I tried to help out the guy.

And yes I still thought he was deserving, but yeah, I helped stuff the ballots.
And what was my material reward? Nothing. Just cause that's the game they called, them were the rules, and they asked us to play. So...that we did.

That's my point. Once again, someone you knew in one way or another.

If you have someone sitting at a table by the exit as everyone files out they can take a poll.... problem solved. No ballot stuffing there.

Again, no big deal guys! Just a thought. Not really sure why it's an issue?

As for the panel, I think that's awesome and I'm really looking forward to it.
Still, movies have test screenings for a reason. The public's opinion does matter and this just seems like the perfect opportunity. Why miss it?

Just my 2 cents.

Mike

[Mark Johnson]

Have any of you created a DVD with 5.1 surround sound? Brad Semenoff gave us the six discrete 5.1 tracks and I've been trying to figure out the workflow but the Compressor and DVD Studio Pro manuals haven't been as clear as I'd like. I'm aware compressor has a surround sound module that allows you to assign the tracks to encode an AC3 soundtrack. Does that mean you don't put the 5.1 tracks in the FCP timeline? Anyone able to give me some help here?

[conrad_johnson]

Nice. Rick roll'd at the bar...

[Ben Sliker]

mark,

click the button in the top left corner of compressor called "add surround sound", from there, assign your separate tracks to the speakers by clicking on them and selecting the respective file off your hard drive. After all tracks are assigned, click ok.

Go down to the setting window, (bottom left) open the formats>audio folder and drag the "dolby digital professional 5.1" setting on to the project you just created, and click submit!

PM me if you need more help!

[Mark Johnson]

Got your PM Ben and sent you one back. THANKS bunches. You da man.

[Gord.T]

Fk me. Would you have this guy over for dinner? I suddenly don't feel like such an ass. If I saw this guy at my door I'd phone the FBI. fkn nutbar Bussey.

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/02/27/movies/27busey.jpg

[Blaine]

Fk me. Would you have this guy over for dinner? I suddenly don't feel like such an ass. If I saw this guy at my door I'd phone the FBI. fkn nutbar Bussey.

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/02/27/movies/27busey.jpgThat would be MR. JOSHUA (http://yoursay.imdb.com/character/ch0002927/) to you.:kali:

[Brad S.]

Have any of you created a DVD with 5.1 surround sound? Brad Semenoff gave us the six discrete 5.1 tracks and I've been trying to figure out the workflow but the Compressor and DVD Studio Pro manuals haven't been as clear as I'd like. I'm aware compressor has a surround sound module that allows you to assign the tracks to encode an AC3 soundtrack. Does that mean you don't put the 5.1 tracks in the FCP timeline? Anyone able to give me some help here?

Hey Mark. Quick word of warning, the files that I gave you don't start with the First Frame of Action, but rather they start before the two pop. I'm pretty sure that they start at 00:59:56:00 on the video timeline. I'm not sure if you can align audio to picture in DVD SP or if you're stuck at that point.

[Gord.T]

RE: Blain...

All I can say to that is I just watched 'Barton Fink' today for the first time.
I watched it twice back to back cause I loved it the first time through.

-Im in a happy place, I'm in a happy place.

Those Cohens know how to make a damn film don't they?

Oh yeah, bussey or whatever...pee off.

[Blaine]

Those Cohens know how to make a damn film don't they?The Coens seldom make a misstep, though they have once or twice. But it's hard to complain about that with the great stuff they've done.

[Barry_Green]

It would be nice to get the opinion of those who are not connected to anyone personally in the fest. Non biased.
Which is what the panel vote is all about. A group of active producers and studio heads who have no connection to the festival at all and will evaluate the films on their own merits.

You've got a viewer's choice award and you've got a juried panel award...

[Barry_Green]

I'm not saying otherwise. I was wondering who the panel is. I read the thing Jason wrote, but I guess I was wondering why it is anonymous.
It would be nice if people would just trust us once in a while... there are good reasons behind all that we're doing.

You'll know who some of the panelists are AFTER the voting. You will most likely not be disappointed. Those who request anonymity will be granted anonymity, those who don't mind being known will have their identities announced after the fact.

[Barry_Green]

But I can see a friend of a fellow filmaker, even if unsolicited, posting 25 votes for the same clip. How do I know? Gulp! Because I did that for a dvxuser during the Heinze fest. And, ha, those were the rules, so I tried to help out the guy.
Which is why we prevent vote-begging here. If someone posts a thread saying (effectively) "please, I'd like to steal this election, I don't care if you know me or if my film's awful but please please vote for me anyway so that I can win even if I don't deserve it", then we delete those threads.


And yes I still thought he was deserving, but yeah, I helped stuff the ballots.
And what was my material reward? Nothing. Just cause that's the game they called, them were the rules, and they asked us to play. So...that we did.
Well, suffice it to say that we specifically do NOT want that type of behavior in the DVXFest. We ask the widest possible swath of membership to rate the films for overall quality. Ballot-box-stuffing is dishonest and discouraged and unwelcome here, across the board.

[Barry_Green]

Not really sure why it's an issue?
Again, someday it'd be nice if people would trust us that we DO think this stuff through and there are REASONS why, and we don't necessarily want to go exposing all the reasons. But the main reason this time is that some people are entering re-cut versions of their films for the screening, which means that they might have an unfair advantage over those who aren't recutting their films.

The screening is for people to put their best version forward in front of invited industry guests which will hopefully help them launch careers. Some will have modified their films substantially. Some don't have that opportunity. We don't want to turn this into a second contest, it's a screening, so all judging is done from the original entries and that's it.

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Which is what the panel vote is all about. A group of active producers and studio heads who have no connection to the festival at all and will evaluate the films on their own merits.

You've got a viewer's choice award and you've got a juried panel award...Yes, I know. I guess what I was saying is why NOT get the public's opinion? The viewers choice we have thus far is a little different since most people here know one another. The public doesn't always agree with the powers that be. :thumbsup:
Even they know that, that why test screenings are held in the first place.

It's all good! I'm very happy with the setup. Just wondering... why not poll the audience? No big deal though and I won't beat a dead horse.

Cheers!

Mike

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Again, someday it'd be nice if people would trust us that we DO think this stuff through and there are REASONS why, and we don't necessarily want to go exposing all the reasons. But the main reason this time is that some people are entering re-cut versions of their films for the screening, which means that they might have an unfair advantage over those who aren't recutting their films.

The screening is for people to put their best version forward in front of invited industry guests which will hopefully help them launch careers. Some will have modified their films substantially. Some don't have that opportunity. We don't want to turn this into a second contest, it's a screening, so all judging is done from the original entries and that's it.Cool. That makes perfect sense.
Once again, I wasn't suggesting that the viewers (public) choice actually mean anything in terms of substantial award. Just a little info into what the viewers might think, nothing more.

I won't bring it up any further.

Cheers,

mike

[Gord.T]

Regarding the holocaust of my previous comments concerning the Heinze fest...I'm pointing out what can happen if the rules are set up to allow that.

The reason I responded that way, in that fest, was because that was the game. That's how it was set up and that's how it was played.

Generally I dont even vote at dvx for personal reasons and have not done yet in this fest and probably wont partly due to a conflict of interest so I think I'll just watch.

I just hope no one gets the idea I'm a dirty dog.
Look, you all are grown ups. I hope I don't need to further explain this stuff.

-Thanks.

[Blaine]

Regarding the holocaust of my previous comments concerning the Heinze fest...I'm pointing out what can happen if the rules are set up to allow that.

The reason I responded that way, in that fest, was because that was the game. That's how it was set up and that's how it was played.

Generally I dont even vote at dvx for personal reasons and have not done yet in this fest and probably wont partly due to a conflict of interest so I think I'll just watch.

I just hope no one gets the idea I'm a dirty dog.
Look, you all are grown ups. I hope I don't need to further explain this stuff.

-Thanks.
And all of that coming in a Steve Buscemi voice...:Drogar-Shock(DBG):

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Just wanted to add...

I want to take this time to personally thank DVXuser and Fat Monster for this opportunity.
I am very grateful for this chance to have my work shown in front of so many people.
Especially the select panel. What an opportunity!

Without DVXuser I doubt I would have made so many short films in such a short time. For that I am very grateful.
The members here are very supportive and I want to thank everyone for watching and voting.
They're a big part of why I'm here.

A special thanks to the Fat Monster group for throwing this bash. I would love to be there.

Cheers,

Mike

[Tom Marshall]

It would be nice if people would just trust us once in a while... there are good reasons behind all that we're doing.

You'll know who some of the panelists are AFTER the voting. You will most likely not be disappointed. Those who request anonymity will be granted anonymity, those who don't mind being known will have their identities announced after the fact.

http://nymag.com/images/2/daily/entertainment/07/06/06_bay_lgl.jpg

[Mark Harris]

It would be nice if people would just trust us once in a while... there are good reasons behind all that we're doing.

You'll know who some of the panelists are AFTER the voting. You will most likely not be disappointed. Those who request anonymity will be granted anonymity, those who don't mind being known will have their identities announced after the fact.

Well I dunno how this translates into not trusting you. I only asked a question about why they are anonymous. A simple answer like: "They don't want to be known," or "we don't want people to contact them and influence them," or something would have sufficed. I believe the reasons are well thought out, I was just asking what they were.

I guess also I had it in my head that this all-star panel of "producers and studio heads" was going to attend, so I was weighing how worthwhile it would be to put out the expense to attend and represent in person.

[Barry_Green]

Sorry Mark, we just get hit with so many questions from so many folks, many of them playing armchair quarterback, that it's to the point where we want to shout "guys, it's under control, we've thought it through, don't sweat it!" I guess I'm saying the camel's back has lots of straws on it, so if anyone thinks I'm overreacting to any of these questions it's just because there's one too many straws being piled on. :)

I don't believe any of this particular panel have plans on attending the screening event. Their judging is being done the same way you guys did, through the online voting system.

[Jason Ramsey]

I stopped in to this thread, and read the last few pages, and forgot which thread I was reading.... though I was reading a rules thread :)

Anyways. Mike. I get your point. You just want an informal, no real fest value "polling of the viewers" at the screening. Not an add'l award that carries weight or an add'l prize. That's cool, and I don't see a huge problem with it, but at this point after reading the last couple of pages, I'd rather us all just keep this screening focused on it's primary function. Which is a celebration of you guys and a chance to have your work viewed live by who knows who might be in the audience.

Just a good time, a gathering, and a celebration of hard work put in by the users. Topped off with a little anticipation by announcement of the winners, yes.

Fat Monster is working their butts off, I have no doubt at being the boots on the ground and are handling a lot of the logistics of this event to ensure that it's a fun time for all who are able to attend and as beneficial as possible to those films who are screened there.

Later,
Jason

[NateCaauwe]

Not much time so I'll just pop in and post a couple pics. I'll get more up later as I get a chance to adjust and touch them up ;)

http://cowdigital.com/images/storm_vert.jpg
http://cowdigital.com/images/fireworks_palos_verdes.jpg

[Mark Johnson]

Many of you monster crew alums will recognize this as being taken from the balcony at Dennis & Suzanne's (Where The Heart Lies location):

http://cowdigital.com/images/fireworks_palos_verdes.jpg

[MattinSTL]

http://nymag.com/images/2/daily/entertainment/07/06/06_bay_lgl.jpg

Did anyone else get the sneakin' suspicion that Tom Marshall is related to this guy? The hair... the attitude... c'mon I rest my case. BTW... I'm out for the 11th as well... :) Whooosh! *kick* Done.

[Jason Ramsey]

nice.

[GageFX]

Did anyone else get the sneakin' suspicion that Tom Marshall is related to this guy? The hair... the attitude...

...the raw sexual energy... the tendency to blow things up... the...

sh*t. Did I type that out loud?

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Did Penguin just come out of the closet?

Rogan

Only if you are wearing pants.

EDIT: The answer is no, no matter what your past, present or future attire was, is or may be.

[Mark Johnson]

Had a great holiday so far. Our new VFX artist Nate Caauwe flew in yesterday and we've been showing him around. Also, my 13-year old son David is spending the weekend too. We took everybody to Hollywood for the traditional Fat Monster welcome at Hooters Hollywood:

http://www.archivisuals.com/hootersPix.jpg

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Looks like a good time!

[Susanne G.]

Wow - what a surprise. You have son! There is not only dvxuser, some "Hot Babes" :evil:and many beers:beer:. He looks a happy nice boy. Compliments!:thumbsup:

Susanne

[Jack Daniel Stanley]

Of course he's happy. His dad is Peter Pan :)

(and takes him to Hooters)

[Susanne G.]

Of course he's happy. His dad is Peter Pan :)

(and takes him to Hooters)

I can imagine that usually he is a Peter Pan, but on this photo he looks more a very happy proud dad!

[Susanne G.]

I don't want to search it on google - what is "Hooters"?

[Jack Daniel Stanley]

I don't want to search it on google - what is "Hooters"?

It's a "family" restaurant by their own marketing where the wait staff is female and wears very short shorts and half t-shirts.

It's sort of for business men that want to ogle women during lunch but don't want to go to a topless bar. They have sports bar food there like hot wings and burgers.

Fat Monster has a regular table there.

Hooters.

http://blogs.denverpost.com/lewis/wp-content/photos/hooters_3.jpg http://blog.lib.umn.edu/raim0007/gwss3307_fall2007/hooters.jpg

Ah ... America :D

[Mark Johnson]

Wow - what a surprise. You have son! There is not only dvxuser, some "Hot Babes" :evil:and many beers:beer:. He looks a happy nice boy. Compliments!:thumbsup:

Susanne


Of course he's happy. His dad is Peter Pan :)

(and takes him to Hooters)


Ha ha! I loved that comment Jack and I especially appreciated your compliments Susanne. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful son. He lives with his mom, who I am still best friends with, and David and I try to spend every weekend together. Now that he's out of school he gets to do some serious time at the monster shack and we love having him.

He wants to be a writer and has held to this for several years. Moreover, his stories are truly imaginative and well written. I'm so pleased that he has a huge interest in both reading and writing.

Here's one of my favorite iPhone pictures from this spring. We visited my folks in Kansas and David wanted to interview his Grandfather about his experience in the war. My dad was a pilot for the Army Air Force and his plane did get shot down and barely made it back to friendly territory. However, David (like a good producer) kept prodding him with stuff like, "Pop Pop, are you sure you didn't have some hand-to-hand combat experiences? Maybe if you think hard you can remember some real exciting stuff!"

I was speaking to my father this weekend about how grateful I am to be here today and have made such good friends in Germany. He said, "maybe if we had the internet back then we all could have gotten to know each other better and avoided that damn war." ... Interesting words to consider.

Anyway, I'll be looking forward to the day that David can become a member here and start making his own films.

http://www.archivisuals.com/DavidPopPop.jpg

[Kyle Stebbins]

I still owe your son a round of nerf darts to the back ever since the day he snuck up on me while I was playing piano.

[Susanne G.]

For my generation the war is a thing far away in the past and I prefer really to look the life behind me. I hope that your father will have the possibility to make some contacts with german people, particulary in Berlin there are living so many cultures friendly together.

If David has your talent, then he will be for sure a good filmmaker!

[Mark Johnson]

Thanks Susanne! My father has, indeed, had the opportunity to meet and make friends with many wonderful people from your fine country. In fact, our little town where I was born in Kansas was settled by German immigrants so that we have a lot of heritage that we are proud of. The biggest event in my home town each year is still called "Fest in dem Park" and its all about German food, beer and music.

[Susanne G.]

This is funny - which food? I hope not only Würstchen mit Sauerkraut?

[Mark Johnson]

Ha ha ha! They had a lot of good stuff but I mainly remember the beer! And when my brother moved to Pittsburgh his good German friends hooked him up with a membership to The Teutonia Männerchor (http://pghmannerchor.com/) where he was immersed in all sorts of German heritage stuff. When I visited him I remember being served some "blood pudding" which I hope to never eat again!

[NateCaauwe]

Not to interrupt the conversation here, but I just wanted to openly observe the irony in Mark and I sitting across the table from one another in complete silence, and reading each others' posts here :p

Excuse the quality, it's just a BlackBerry picture, my camera is upstairs and I'm very lazy :p

[Susanne G.]

Help, help - Teutonia Männerchor! This must be an "illness" of German immigrants. Your poor brother! I could chat other hours with you, but I have really to go to bed, because it is here 4.30 am and I am tired and I have still to organize my wedding! Have a nice weekend with your son.

Susanne

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Nate, nice picture there. I, too, find that funny.

Susanne, congratulations on the wedding!

[Susanne G.]

Not to interrupt the conversation here, but I just wanted to openly observe the irony in Mark and I sitting across the table from one another in complete silence, and reading each others' posts here :p

Excuse the quality, it's just a BlackBerry picture, my camera is upstairs and I'm very lazy :p

Ok, I am still awake. Thanks, this is really a live chat. :thumbup: Nice to meet you Nate. Sorry, but now I will really switch my computer off, because the night is over - I can see the daylight and my bed is really waiting for me.

Susanne

[Susanne G.]

Nate, nice picture there. I, too, find that funny.

Susanne, congratulations on the wedding!

Absolutely last message: Thanks for the congratulations.

Susanne

[Shawn Philip Nelson]

I should hate you guys for kicking my ass and being guaranteed the #1 spot, but I can't, you all just rock too hard and this short is just too great. I can't even call this indie, but if it is, this is indie perfection, go pro now :-). I hope that secret producer is Brian Grazer and that he signs you guys up for something awesome! (and then whilst drunk you accidentally pitch my top secret scifi feature script.. :-)

[bosindy]

Not to interrupt the conversation here, but I just wanted to openly observe the irony in Mark and I sitting across the table from one another in complete silence, and reading each others' posts here :p

Excuse the quality, it's just a BlackBerry picture, my camera is upstairs and I'm very lazy :p


watch those chairs at that table, some one is going to find themselves breaking their arse on those things next week, I garrroooonteeee it.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

watch those chairs at that table, some one is going to find themselves breaking their arse on those things next week, I garrroooonteeee it.

prolly me, already broke a recliner in my younger days about time I break another chair

Rogan

[NateCaauwe]

watch those chairs at that table, some one is going to find themselves breaking their arse on those things next week, I garrroooonteeee it.

Already been warned, thanks for your concern though :thumbsup:

[Mark Johnson]

Shawn, you guys achieved an amazing piece of cinema with Aetas and I don't think anyone will be surprised if you guys win the jury panel's award or any of the top three voting slots. It's going to be great to have you down here with everybody else. This is shaping up to be a real celebration for DVXUSER and I thank you and all the others who are making the trip to La La land.

[Mark Johnson]

watch those chairs at that table, some one is going to find themselves breaking their arse on those things next week, I garrroooonteeee it.

We're down to 3 out of 4 and two of the survivors are barely able to stand without any load-bearing. With Rogan coming I suspect these words are going to be prophetic.

[Wrathborne]

ha ha ha, damn I'm jealous Mark. wish I could park my ass in LA right now, but with shit for money that aint a good idea.

[Jack Daniel Stanley]

You can use shit for money? Wow, how can I get in on this?

[NateCaauwe]

You can use shi* for money? Wow, how can I get in on this?

Well you can try, but the exchange rate is horrible.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Well you can try, but the exchange rate is horrible.

That's not true at all. Because of the declining value of the dollar, the exchange rate to shit it almost 1:1. :D

[Tom Marshall]

Did anyone else get the sneakin' suspicion that Tom Marshall is related to this guy? The hair... the attitude... c'mon I rest my case. BTW... I'm out for the 11th as well... :) Whooosh! *kick* Done.

Shhh... I told you not to tell people about that... I want to make it on my own like Nicholas Cage did... :cheesy:


...the raw sexual energy... the tendency to blow things up... the...

sh*t. Did I type that out loud?

Umm, yeah I think you did... :D

[Kyle Stebbins]

If there is any advice that I can relay to the traveling patrons of FM headquarters (that I hope may be of some salutary value) it is to NEVER TRUST THE CHAIRS AT THE TABLE.

They are oft deceiving.

Also... yes. There is a scorpion in a bottle of liquor on Mark's shelf.

With that, I wish you all safe travels! (and maybe keep your hands away from Blaine's mouth...)

:grin:

[NateCaauwe]

Day 2 and the chair has yet to get me. The showdown continues...

[Simon Höfer]

I am really looking forward to see what Magic you did on O2 Nate!

[NateCaauwe]

Magic it indeed is, for see it, you shall not:thumbsup:

//recedes back into shadows.

[Kyle Stebbins]

Magic it indeed is, for see it, you shall not:thumbsup:

//reseeds back into shadows.

I don't know what they've got you doing out there in la-la land, mr caauwe, but i can assure you it doesn't involve spreading your seed (in shadows OR otherwise).

[NateCaauwe]

Haha, woops. I mean, what? //ninja kill.

[conlanforever]

Holeeee Crap!! That is a great little piece of film making!
It looks and sounds outstanding and great acting and great blah blah blah!
Kudos for the writer, I didn't see the ending coming.

This is an inspiration for me to keep pursuing my dreams of making films.

[Mark Johnson]

Holeeee Crap!! That is a great little piece of film making!
It looks and sounds outstanding and great acting and great blah blah blah!
Kudos for the writer, I didn't see the ending coming.

This is an inspiration for me to keep pursuing my dreams of making films.

Thanks immensely! You know, its a short plane flight from Michigan to Hollywood Friday. You should throw caution to the winds and come join us for the big screening and festival!

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Haha, woops. I mean, what? //ninja kill.

I am the unofficial "all things ninja " here on dvx,and you're gonna need a 'ninja-kill' permit,Sir

Rogan

[ConspiracyPenguin]

I am the unofficial "all things ninja " here on dvx,and you're gonna need a 'ninja-kill' permit,Sir

Rogan

Ohhhh...snap! Someone's busted! I wish I could bust people more often...

[Matt Sconce]

Ohhhh...snap! Someone's busted! I wish I could bust people more often...

Well...if we are busting anyone. Ninjas made their appearance in Someone's Hero Fest film several fests ago...(Not rick roll)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcTftn8A5p0&feature=user

Now...Needless to say they were not Fat Ninjas...and they definitely had pants, so there were some differences. They also did not like scottish guys for some reason.:evil:

[NateCaauwe]

I am the unofficial "all things ninja " here on dvx,and you're gonna need a 'ninja-kill' permit,Sir

Rogan

Do you know who you're talking to?!:badputer:*

*This really has nothing to do with what I said, I've just been dying to use that smilie.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Well...if we are busting anyone. Ninjas made their appearance in Someone's Hero Fest film several fests ago...(Not rick roll)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcTftn8A5p0&feature=user

Now...Needless to say they were not Fat Ninjas...and they definitely had pants, so there were some differences. They also did not like scottish guys for some reason.:evil:

Oh, snap! So now there is a showdown between who the real ninja police is. Matt or Dustin? Let the games begin...

[Matt Sconce]

Oh, snap! So now there is a showdown between who the real ninja police is. Matt or Dustin? Let the games begin...


No No...I must say Dustin is the current reigning Ninja champ. I conceded my title when he had ninjas in the waving grass. That just rocked. He is no longer my young padawan....mwa ha ha Oh...and ninjas plus robots usually beat ninjas without them so he wins there too. Mine did beat up a Scottish guy though!

[GageFX]

Mine did beat up a Scottish guy though!

I noticed that it did take TWO of them to do so, though.

[Matt Sconce]

I noticed that it did take TWO of them to do so, though.

True...but remember...Scottish guys are tough....and..............they don't wear pants!

[GageFX]

Ur talkin to a 95% Scot, 2nd gen American, laddy.

I know I dont wear pants.

I think I need to dig the kilt out for the screening Friday. Gotta check the "Dress code" thread and see if that's acceptable.

[Tom Marshall]

Not acceptable.

[GageFX]

What if it says "Buell" all over it?

[Tom Marshall]

Well, I guess you can wear your kilt as long as you wear either a Buell shirt or a Buell hat...

[Matt Sconce]

I am a Scottish Lad myself. if I was able to show up at the party I would definitely wear me kilt...And bring me bagpipes!

[GageFX]

Do you have pipes? My brother was teaching himself to play before he passed away. (Short story: he was 35, scuba diving accident.) He was good enough to play a tune, but never really learned much. I dont have the discipline to learn an instrument at this point.

[Matt Sconce]

Do you have pipes? My brother was teaching himself to play before he passed away. (Short story: he was 35, scuba diving accident.) He was good enough to play a tune, but never really learned much. I dont have the discipline to learn an instrument at this point.

I am sorry for your loss. I have the fireside pipes. I haven't graduated to great pipes yet as I am trying ti master the fireside pipes. They play a great tune though. I am of the Gordon Clan. Sorry Fat Monster dudes. Not meaning to hijack the thread. I will now take my Scottish butt back to my own thread.:engel017:

[Mark Johnson]

Anything that is even remotely connected to Scotch is welcome here. Preferably single malt, but we'll take bagpipes in a pinch.

[GageFX]

LOL. Hijak a Fat Monster thread? Fat Monster threads hijak themselves. I'm Robertson and MacGuire on my dad's side, and McCombs.....and... something... on my mom's side.

[Mark Johnson]

I have some Scottish in me up there in the tree. I will have to dig out the old books and see if I can come up with a clan to throw in here too.

[Ben Sliker]

Clan MacKay (pronounced Mc-*throatclear*-i) here, i blame the highlanders for giving me this awesome-ly white skin tone.

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Germany in das House!! I'm from the Kaufman Clan...

Rogan

sorry to the Scots in the thread...i felt the need to put my heritage down...

[ZazaCast]

You don't have to be Scottish to enjoy a good kilt! Join my clan: http://www.utilikilts.com/

FREEDOM!!!!

[Matt Sconce]

Utilikilts rock!

[conrad_johnson]

You guys just wait... You haven't seen drinking 'till you've hung out with an overweight midwesterner.

[Horncastle]

You don't have to be Scottish to enjoy a good kilt! Join my clan: http://www.utilikilts.com/

FREEDOM!!!!

My god, those things are incredible!! And am I right in thinking the homepage background was made with outtakes from "Aetas". Shawn?

[Chuklz]

You guys just wait... You haven't seen drinking 'till you've hung out with an overweight midwesterner.


If you piss someone from Michigan off, you make up with beer... lots of it.

[Tom Marshall]

If you piss someone from Michigan off, you make up with beer... lots of it.

Are you from Michigan? I went to college at Michigan State.

[Susanne G.]

Germany in das House!! I'm from the Kaufman Clan...

Rogan

sorry to the Scots in the thread...i felt the need to put my heritage down...

Hi Dustin,

I know what your heritage is! :D

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/36747/1215565389.jpg

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Hi Dustin,

I know what your heritage is! :D

http://www.dvxuser6.com/uploaded/36747/1215565389.jpg

BWHAHA!!! Thats awesome

Rogan

[anthony jackson]

I thought I was at the Regal theater
That look like a 10 million dollar Movie.
good job guys.

[Mark Johnson]

Thanks Anthony!

Man, I miss Black Hawk. I used to live up there.

Mark

[EP2005]

just watched the short, and wow...

just wish i knew how to get to this level...maybe moving out of michigan and meeting people with talent and a love for film is a good first start...

Why are you guys working on a dxvuser short and not something on a larger scale?

Also, where do i sign to give up my soul and work for you guys? :)

[Postmaster]

Anything that is even remotely connected to Scotch is welcome here. Preferably single malt, but we'll take bagpipes in a pinch.

As a native Bavarian and owner of Scottish Land & Title (Laird of Glencairn),
I have the right to wear lederhosen under my kilt.

Here´s a photo with the kilt only, cause it was last new jears eve - and I don`t wear lederhosen on that day.

Frank

P.S. before someone is asking...
....yes, that gal is actualy a guy and NO! it was not THAT kind a party, just because I wear a skirt.

[NateCaauwe]

Status update on the Monster House: We are down to two chairs. Nice going, Jack.

[Michael Anthony Horrigan]

Status update on the Monster House: We are down to two chairs. Nice going, Jack.LOL! :grin:

[ConspiracyPenguin]

Status update on the Monster House: We are down to two chairs. Nice going, Jack.

Great, now where am I supposed to sit? And before Jason or Tom says it, I will just say it myself:

"Penguin, there is room for you in the freezer. Besides, then you won't feel so far away from home."

[Tom Marshall]

Great, now where am I supposed to sit? And before Jason or Tom says it, I will just say it myself:

"Penguin, there is room for you in the freezer. Besides, then you won't feel so far away from home."

Yeah, but you'll be closer to the Jägermeister :beer:

[Dustin R. Rogan]

BWHAHA!! How am I suppose to sleep tonight, when I leave in afew hours!!!!

Rogan

[Dustin R. Rogan]

Also, where do i sign to give up my soul and work for you guys? :)

When/If you find out let me know!!!

Rogan

[Slimothy]

just watched the short, and wow...

just wish i knew how to get to this level...maybe moving out of michigan and meeting people with talent and a love for film is a good first start...

Why are you guys working on a dxvuser short and not something on a larger scale?

Also, where do i sign to give up my soul and work for you guys? :)

Thanks so much man, we really appreciate it.

If you get out here let us know and we'll get you on set with us dude.

Thanks again for the comments!

Tim.

[Kyle Stebbins]

Status update on the Monster House: We are down to two chairs. Nice going, Jack.

Yikes.

[Blaine]

Status update on the Monster House: We are down to two chairs. Nice going, Jack.And one of the two remaining chairs looks like it's on its last leg...:grin:

[USLatin]

It looked F#*%ING GORGEOUS for the little I saw!
I hope you guys enjoy the party and the movie!

[GageFX]

Is JDS out here already? If so, can you guys come out and meet Tomas and I for dinner?

(Notice how I didnt offer to drive all the way out there. lol.)

[Blaine]

Apparently (according to the Monster) he showed up 12 hours early...:evil:

[GageFX]

Tommy and I will be in Glendale tonight. Is Hooters Pasadena an acceptable compromise for dinner?

If you guys dont have other plans.

[Tom Marshall]

That'd be cool. And it's closer than Hollyweird Hooters...

[Dustin R. Rogan]

not thread jacking, but I'm on my PS3 and cant copy and paste...

but the entire JDS & The Dude scene link is in my thread...

Back to regular FM shanigans


Rogan

[Tom Marshall]

not thread jacking, but I'm on my PS3 and cant copy and paste...

but the entire JDS & The Dude scene link is in my thread...

Back to regular FM shanigans


Rogan

You l33t haxxor, you...

[Dustin R. Rogan]

You l33t haxxor, you...

umm, is that code to send in the spiders to poison me in my sleep from the FM Spy-Cam that are setup in my apartment?

:huh:

Rogan

[ConspiracyPenguin]

umm, is that code to send in the spiders to poison me in my sleep from the FM Spy-Cam that are setup in my apartment?

:huh:

Rogan

No, it's actually the code that unlocks you as the first manchurian candidate. In 24 hours time you will become a brutal (and pantsless*) killing machine.






*I assume most people are finished with the Rogan Pantsless jokes. I, however, like usually, will be boarding the train late and milk it until someone finally tells me that I am an idiot and it's not funny anymore.

[GageFX]

Tommy... I think the Monsters are ignoring us. http://www.buddy-icons.info/content/smileys/yahoo_silent.gif

[Tom Marshall]

I take it there isn't any word on a Hooters meeting...

[USLatin]

http://www.buddy-icons.info/content/smileys/yahoo_silent.gif

WTF!!?!
Is that like a new smily for the launch of O²!?!
That's some BIG shi$t to be rolling out!
Man, you guys are paying someone off at DVXuser,
I know it!

[Mark Johnson]

HEy guys, I did a post but I'm not sure where it ended up. ???? I thought it was here. This is Matty g's birthday and we promised to go over for a little celebration. Let's touch base by cell phones in about 2 hours and figure out where everybody is!

[Tom Marshall]

Shit, I wish I would have known it was his birthday...

[Mark Johnson]

Hey guys,

JDS is indeed here. He did slay one of the infamous monster deathtrap chairs so we're down to 2. Tonight is Matty g's birthday so we are going to try to make an appearance. Would love to hit Pasadena Hooter's but we'll have to see what shakes loose with Matty's deal.

[ConspiracyPenguin]

HEy guys, I did a post but I'm not sure where it ended up. ???? I thought it was here. This is Matty g's birthday and we promised to go over for a little celebration. Let's touch base by cell phones in about 2 hours and figure out where everybody is!

It's Jason. I think he goes around deleting people's posts every once in a while just for kicks, happens to me all the time. And it's always the posts that are not BS, then by the time I realize it isn't there someone else has already made my great point. Disgusting...

PS: If it can be arranged, I want to sit in one of the chairs when I am down there...

[USLatin]

HAPPY B-DAY Matty_g!!
:birthdays: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This message is approved by O² . . . (I am guessing) . . . . . :birthdays:


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:thumbsup: Happy B-Day dude!

[Brandon Rice]

Happy b-day dude!