" " " A to Z with Meryl and Me: Special thanks for all who helped with the "I" scene

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Special thanks for all who helped with the "I" scene

Talk about divine intervention, I was looking for a location for the monologue that Meryl Streep did in Ironweed and realized this could be more difficult than it sounds.  How many churches are aching to have a film crew, no matter how small, come into their place of worship and shoot a scene that may or may not be considered politically or more accurately, religiously correct?  Luckily, there's facebook and there are friends in high places who could help.  Speaking of friends, not only did one very dear friend of mine direct this piece but he also dealt with my ever changing mind while editing it.  So let's get on with the credits, shall we?

Director/Editor

Chuck Chubbuck, owner of C-Squared Communications was the man behind the flow of this scene.   I've known Chuck for years and have worked with him on many corporate projects.   To reach him for hire call his work number at 234-380-1350, mobile 330-603-4748 or fax him at 330-247-1692.  He has worked the last 22 years as an Independent Producer, Director and Avid Editor.  Previous credits include producer, director, writer for Alcoa, Volkswagen, Hitachi and his favorite, the Kylie Jane Long Foundation.  He's currently working on a 2 year proprietary documentary and training projects for Moon Insights.

Adam White was the Director of Photography and his list of credits are long and wide but most recently he was awarded an Emmy for his work on the documentary, The Cuyahoga Valley Park.  This is not his first Emmy though and I feel thrilled to have had him working with me on this scene.  To learn more about Adam visit his websites at http://www.adamwhiteimages.com and http://www.hemlockfilms.com.  You will love working with him too!

Kara Martinelli was the Production Assistant on the I shoot and was an enormous help at every turn. If you would like to hire her to help you with your next project, email her at karamartinelli@gmail.com or call her at 646-496-5397.  She's currently writing a book and developing a documentary.  She's also producing a new series called, "The Restorers" for PBS.  Additionally, Kara is a freelance Script Supervisor and Production Coordinator for various TV and Film projects.

Rebecca Harper was responsible not only for connecting us with this perfect location but also for providing us with the sweet organ sounds that began the scene.  Becky is a wonderful musician and can be seen and heard on many radio jingles and TV commercials.  She is music to my ears too.  Take the time to look at her websites and contact her athttp://www.rebeccaharper.net or http://www.gabrielsharp.com

Terri Negron is responsible, has been responsible and has been very dependable with regards to my every move on the internet!  She has been my tech support and continues to guide me to get my face and project out there!  If you would like her in your corner, contact her at terri@fengshui5.com.  You will be so pleased!

The location was The church of the Divine Word, a Catholic church located at 8100 Eagle Rd in Kirtland, OH.  A very special thanks goes out to Father Dave Woost.  It was picturesque and the people there were more than accommodating.  I really appreciate everyone there who made this possible.

Thanks also go out to Mike Salemi a long time colleague of Chuck Chubbuck who provided the gear for this shoot.

As always, I felt truly blessed by the assembly of people involved on this particular scene.  I would give them all emmy's if I could!

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