I have finalized plans for the extra-special interview I've been talking about. It will be filmed on November 7th. I am very excited about this... but still, I will not reveal who it is that is joining the list of fine folks who have participated in the interviews for the film. Yeah... I know... I'm a tease. Trust me, it'll be worth it.
I am disappointed that a few people that I wanted to be involved will not be, however, I do understand how weird it is to allow yourself to be filmed. I will still find a way to mention those folks - even if only in the credits. Overall, though, I seem to be gathering great stuff and I'm sure that will continue.
I'll be working on the intro monologue over the next week - a re-write is needed.
My thanks, as always, to all who are keeping track and staying in touch. It's all coming together!
Be well & stay safe, everyone.
28 October, 2008
25 October, 2008
Plugging Along....
Hey, all -
I finished the remainder of my exterior shots of the stations yesterday. I also made arrangements for the extra-special interview that I talked about (I'm still not announcing it!!). That should be happening next Friday.
I'm planning to re-write my intro and hopefully film that within the next two weeks. Talked to my editor last week and I hope to be able to get together with him shortly to begin dumping the footage to the hard drive for editing.
So... it's coming along. I've got offers for assistance in getting the film aired and publicized from several sources. Channels 6, 12 & 36 are the most likely outlets at present. I've also been offered assistance from the RI Film & Television Office, so I'm sure that this thing will get aired without too much of a problem. Also, John Vilella & Walt Buteau would like to do a follow up on "Street Stories" when we're close to the release of the film.
I know it's been a long, long haul and no one wants to see this finished product more than I do. I appreciate everyone's patience, encouragement and interest in the project and I thank those who have stayed in touch and kept me on my toes with it.
Be well & stay safe, everyone and STAY TUNED... I promise... it's going to get finished!
I finished the remainder of my exterior shots of the stations yesterday. I also made arrangements for the extra-special interview that I talked about (I'm still not announcing it!!). That should be happening next Friday.
I'm planning to re-write my intro and hopefully film that within the next two weeks. Talked to my editor last week and I hope to be able to get together with him shortly to begin dumping the footage to the hard drive for editing.
So... it's coming along. I've got offers for assistance in getting the film aired and publicized from several sources. Channels 6, 12 & 36 are the most likely outlets at present. I've also been offered assistance from the RI Film & Television Office, so I'm sure that this thing will get aired without too much of a problem. Also, John Vilella & Walt Buteau would like to do a follow up on "Street Stories" when we're close to the release of the film.
I know it's been a long, long haul and no one wants to see this finished product more than I do. I appreciate everyone's patience, encouragement and interest in the project and I thank those who have stayed in touch and kept me on my toes with it.
Be well & stay safe, everyone and STAY TUNED... I promise... it's going to get finished!
17 October, 2008
Gettin' There is Half the Fun!
Well, folks... it's coming along nicely. I now have all of the "company tours" (for lack of a better term) shot. I filmed pieces with the Special Hazards Unit and Ladder 4 earlier this year. Today, I filmed with an Engine and a Rescue Unit.
Lieutenant Russ McDonald took me around Engine 9 on Brook Street this morning and explained the truck and what it is used for. He was awesome - even showing how to properly dress a fire hydrant! Amazing... simply amazing. I am incredibly thankful to him for sharing his 28 years of Engine Company knowledge with me for the film.
Lieutenant "Ranger" Rick Blais was the next up for duty today. He filmed the Rescue Unit segment with me. I have the feeling that's the closest I'll ever get to taking one of Ranger's EMS classes. He, too, did a phenomenal job for me and I could not have written a better segment myself.
I then went to Washington Street to re-shoot DAC Dan Crowley's interview, which went very well. It's always difficult to talk about the loss of DAC Mike Day, but the Chief did very well and I am grateful for his participation in the interviews.
All-in-all, it was a very productive day and I am really thrilled with all of the footage that I shot today. Not too much more to go - hope to be able to get schedules together and have it all shot within the next two weeks or so. As my Dad says... "if the good Lord's willin' and the creek don't rise" - I should be able to make it happen.
My eternal thanks to Russ, Ranger and Chief Crowley. You guys are awesome and I greatly appreciate the hospitality, encouragement, assistance and friendship.
Lieutenant Russ McDonald took me around Engine 9 on Brook Street this morning and explained the truck and what it is used for. He was awesome - even showing how to properly dress a fire hydrant! Amazing... simply amazing. I am incredibly thankful to him for sharing his 28 years of Engine Company knowledge with me for the film.
Lieutenant "Ranger" Rick Blais was the next up for duty today. He filmed the Rescue Unit segment with me. I have the feeling that's the closest I'll ever get to taking one of Ranger's EMS classes. He, too, did a phenomenal job for me and I could not have written a better segment myself.
I then went to Washington Street to re-shoot DAC Dan Crowley's interview, which went very well. It's always difficult to talk about the loss of DAC Mike Day, but the Chief did very well and I am grateful for his participation in the interviews.
All-in-all, it was a very productive day and I am really thrilled with all of the footage that I shot today. Not too much more to go - hope to be able to get schedules together and have it all shot within the next two weeks or so. As my Dad says... "if the good Lord's willin' and the creek don't rise" - I should be able to make it happen.
My eternal thanks to Russ, Ranger and Chief Crowley. You guys are awesome and I greatly appreciate the hospitality, encouragement, assistance and friendship.
13 October, 2008
Thank (Insert Diety Here)
Finally... some progress!
So this Friday, I'll be shooting at Brook Street and Washington Street stations and possibly the DOT. Thanks are due to:
Lieutenant Russ McDonald (Engine walk-around)
Deputy Assistant Chief Daniel J. Crowley (interview re-shoot) and...
Lieutenant "Ranger" Rick Blais (Rescue walk-around) (Cuz Ranger Rocks!)
I also have a little ditty worked out with a surprise guest for the film. I'm keeping that one under wraps, though. It's top secret. I think maybe three people have clearance to know about it - possibly four. Tee hee hee.
I'll keep ya'll posted.
So this Friday, I'll be shooting at Brook Street and Washington Street stations and possibly the DOT. Thanks are due to:
Lieutenant Russ McDonald (Engine walk-around)
Deputy Assistant Chief Daniel J. Crowley (interview re-shoot) and...
Lieutenant "Ranger" Rick Blais (Rescue walk-around) (Cuz Ranger Rocks!)
I also have a little ditty worked out with a surprise guest for the film. I'm keeping that one under wraps, though. It's top secret. I think maybe three people have clearance to know about it - possibly four. Tee hee hee.
I'll keep ya'll posted.
11 October, 2008
Primal Screaming
It is a satisfactory form of therapy, albeit loud and obnoxious.
I have not, apparently, mastered the subtle art of persuasion. The firefighter that I met with last week has declined. Which is cool - I understand that people are uncomfortable in front of cameras. I, myself, am not fond of it. I prefer a stage... it's not quite is nerve-wracking for some reason. So....
I have an e-mail out to one person, going to make some more phone calls today. I'll keep ya posted....
Deep breath... and... AAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGHHHHH!!!!!
Okay, I think that'll do for a minute or two.
UPDATE:
Finally got someone to agree to do an engine walk-around for me. Lt. Russ McDonald of Engine 9 on Brook Street will be shooting that with me next Friday. I also managed to set up an appointment for one of the re-interviews. Got a message waiting for the Rescue segment I need... waiting to hear back on that. It's coming together... hopefully.
I have not, apparently, mastered the subtle art of persuasion. The firefighter that I met with last week has declined. Which is cool - I understand that people are uncomfortable in front of cameras. I, myself, am not fond of it. I prefer a stage... it's not quite is nerve-wracking for some reason. So....
I have an e-mail out to one person, going to make some more phone calls today. I'll keep ya posted....
Deep breath... and... AAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGHHHHH!!!!!
Okay, I think that'll do for a minute or two.
UPDATE:
Finally got someone to agree to do an engine walk-around for me. Lt. Russ McDonald of Engine 9 on Brook Street will be shooting that with me next Friday. I also managed to set up an appointment for one of the re-interviews. Got a message waiting for the Rescue segment I need... waiting to hear back on that. It's coming together... hopefully.
04 October, 2008
The Subtle Art of Persuasion
Hey, all -
So, I've been working out schedules so I can make appointments. Major changes at home of late have changed the available time that I have, but I'm pretty sure I've got it sorted out now.
I met with a firefighter yesterday (who shall remain namless, at present) regarding the walk-around of an Engine that I need to shoot. I will know more shortly about that. I have some phone calls to make today about three interviews that I need to shoot and I'm hoping to get all of that done within the next two weeks. Barring any major catastrophes, that shouldn't be a problem. Very little else needs to be done after that before I can go to editing - and I'm praying that I can get to that by November 1st. That, as I've said before, will be the fairly easy part.
That's the scoop for now, guys. Thank you for your patience and for your encouragement! It was nice to meet Attleboro FF Pyne recently and to find out that he's a faithful reader here as well as on Michael Morse's blog.
On a side note - if anyone ever needed some proof as to the fact that my tenacity for this sort of thing is genetic, please click on the link below and watch the WPRI "Street Stories" piece from yesterday. Yes, Walt and John have made this a family affair! My Mom - I'm awfully proud of her determination and her will to keep the history of our nation alive. Yes, half of my determination comes from my Dad (I think beating lung cancer twice is evidence of that!), but now you can see Mom at: http://www.wpri.com/global/video/popup/pop_playerLaunch.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=2988092&at1=News - Special Coverage&h1=Street Stories: Remembering war heroes - Special Coverage&h1=Street Stories: Remembering war heroes
enjoy!
Be well & stay safe, everyone.
Erin
So, I've been working out schedules so I can make appointments. Major changes at home of late have changed the available time that I have, but I'm pretty sure I've got it sorted out now.
I met with a firefighter yesterday (who shall remain namless, at present) regarding the walk-around of an Engine that I need to shoot. I will know more shortly about that. I have some phone calls to make today about three interviews that I need to shoot and I'm hoping to get all of that done within the next two weeks. Barring any major catastrophes, that shouldn't be a problem. Very little else needs to be done after that before I can go to editing - and I'm praying that I can get to that by November 1st. That, as I've said before, will be the fairly easy part.
That's the scoop for now, guys. Thank you for your patience and for your encouragement! It was nice to meet Attleboro FF Pyne recently and to find out that he's a faithful reader here as well as on Michael Morse's blog.
On a side note - if anyone ever needed some proof as to the fact that my tenacity for this sort of thing is genetic, please click on the link below and watch the WPRI "Street Stories" piece from yesterday. Yes, Walt and John have made this a family affair! My Mom - I'm awfully proud of her determination and her will to keep the history of our nation alive. Yes, half of my determination comes from my Dad (I think beating lung cancer twice is evidence of that!), but now you can see Mom at: http://www.wpri.com/global/video/popup/pop_playerLaunch.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=2988092&at1=News - Special Coverage&h1=Street Stories: Remembering war heroes - Special Coverage&h1=Street Stories: Remembering war heroes
enjoy!
Be well & stay safe, everyone.
Erin
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