THE MOIRÈ EFFECT - a new short film by Ted Arabian

Ted Arabian said:
That's awesome. Do you guys get together?

If I lived around a handful of dvxusers, I'd try to get together once a month or so to discuss filmmaking, technique and such.
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Some of us do. We had a small get together last night to talk about "Three Night Stay" and also to discuss the feature we are shooting later this year. Three of the group members are also submitting their own seperate projects for TimeFest. We even had the honor of a cameo appearance by our furry neighborhood moderator Luis.
 
Ted,

Way cool update. What did you decide regarding shooting this as an ACTION film? ARe you changing the concept? From your report it appears you've nixed the notion of using a stabilizer and also will not be using a 35mm adapter. Does that mean you will shoot stock DVX100?

One of the great thing about these threads is to watch progress and developments. Having you part of this fest from the git-go is way cool. I know we all are hoping to get more updates and hopefully some images as you make decisions.

Where are you going to be shooting this and have you settled on locations?
 
Mark Harris said:
That's cool Ted. I tend to write extensive backstories more and more to clarify the places and people in my head before I write the actual script.
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As an actor, I always try to develop a bit of a backstory. I haven't really done it with my films. But I like this. And this story is so freakin' amazing. I am just loving the concept. I feel that it needs to be pitched!


Mark Johnson said:
Ted,

Way cool update. What did you decide regarding shooting this as an ACTION film? ARe you changing the concept? From your report it appears you've nixed the notion of using a stabilizer and also will not be using a 35mm adapter. Does that mean you will shoot stock DVX100?

One of the great thing about these threads is to watch progress and developments. Having you part of this fest from the git-go is way cool. I know we all are hoping to get more updates and hopefully some images as you make decisions.

Where are you going to be shooting this and have you settled on locations?
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Hey Mark, Thanks!

I am a bit torn... I really had an action concept running through my head BUT as i started to think about it, I asked myself... HOW THE HECK AM I GOING TO SHOOT THIS??? I feel that an action film has to more than static shots.

As for clarifying whether this is an ACTION film or not is yet to be determined. I will write out this story and find a section of it to focus my short on. I foresee many options here.

I am going to write a few users here and ask some questions about action technique.

Anyone willing to offer their 2 cents are more than encouraged to do so.

As for the 35mm adapter, I really wanted to use one in this film but I think that it will have to wait for another fest!

And yes.... pretty much intending on shooting this with my dvx100b
 
Matthew R. Rodwell said:
Some of us do. We had a small get together last night to talk about "Three Night Stay" and also to discuss the feature we are shooting later this year. Three of the group members are also submitting their own seperate projects for TimeFest. We even had the honor of a cameo appearance by our furry neighborhood moderator Luis.
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That's really cool. I wish I live around more dvxusers.
 
Ted Arabian said:
That's really cool. I wish I live around more dvxusers.
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I just moved here a few months ago and after meeting members of the community I am very pleased with my decision of moving here. I love living in such an art influenced city. The people here are great...until they step foot inside their vehicles:furious3: lol
 
Matthew R. Rodwell said:
...until they step foot inside their vehicles:furious3: lol
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:huh: Did I miss part of a story here? What do you mean?

btw, I loved Austin, TX. My Dad and Stepmom live in Kyle, about 20-25 minutes south of Austin (right next to San Marco).

The people ARE awesome and the nightlife there is very cool.

My wife and I actually loved Texas a lot. It is such a great place. We spent 16 weeks traveling the state on a 2-person show that we did in the schools. What a great time! We saw just about every inch of Texas. An amazing state with amazing people.
 
I lived in Italy for 3 years and I once though they were the craziest drivers on earth...until I moved here. People are maniacs on the roads.

Ted Arabian said:
:huh: Did I miss part of a story here? What do you mean?

btw, I loved Austin, TX. My Dad and Stepmom live in Kyle, about 20-25 minutes south of Austin (right next to San Marco).

The people ARE awesome and the nightlife there is very cool.

My wife and I actually loved Texas a lot. It is such a great place. We spent 16 weeks traveling the state on a 2-person show that we did in the schools. What a great time! We saw just about every inch of Texas. An amazing state with amazing people.
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Thanks Sid! Glad you dropped in. I am very excited about this story. Thanks!

.............

Okay.... looking for feedback on a completely different subject.

I have been wanting an official name to produce under. I continue to google names and find them taken. I have just found a name that IS NOT taken and I really like the sound of it and what it means (or translate into).

You opinion/feedback requested.....

LIGHTWRITE PICTURES

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What do you think?
 
Matthew R. Rodwell said:
I lived in Italy for 3 years and I once though they were the craziest drivers on earth...until I moved here. People are maniacs on the roads.
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Italy sounds great! Was that for school?

As for the drivers in Texas, I am so surprised! Most of my driving was highway driving but the drivers were GREAT! I loved how slower drivers would move to the side to allow you to pass. Here in the Northeast, it is not that way at all. (Actually, I have lived in CA, OR, and NC and I have NEVER had anyone allow me to pass!) It is always, "I must be ahead of you!" attitude.

Perhaps the city driving is like most places in America. We live in a very selfish society... and it really shows in how we drive.
 
Reposting my proposed production name to produce my work under...

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comments/feedback/opinion appreciated!
 
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Looking forward to this one. Your love fest entry was really good!

Nice production name :D

So will you have a bigger crew on this project?

Also good luck to you!
 
Thanks Simon.

I will be looking to put together a crew for this film. I am learning how to allow others to be involved! (I am such a solo guy when it comes to creative projects.)

Thanks for the thumbs up on the name. I am hoping that it is appealing. I like what it says... Writing with Light.
 
Thanks Mike.

I am glad you checked out the 35mm test. I didn't do ANY lighting other than what my living room naturally supplies. I am looking forward to actually setting up some lights and testing it.

Thanks for the comment on the production name.

I think that I am going to go with it.
 
WANTED: VFX artist.

Seeking highly qualified and skilled person with the ability to produce visual effects.

Ideal candidate should be a bit of a perfectionist and want to create original work... and like to do this for free! :D

Inquire within!
 
alright, alright, i know some word :D some photoshop, some ae, but i think i'm gonna pass this time :D sorry...
 
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