I will be posting 3 different versions of the experimental short called Compelling. A version of it is already on Filmaka. I will post two different versions on both YouTube and this site. This version at the end has Cliff Martinez song called "Death Shall Have No Dominion". I think that it is a fitting song and title. ENJOY!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Sapien Films Filmaka Link
Hey Everyone!
This is a link to my profile on Filmaka.com you can also click on the title at the top to go to the profile.
http://www.filmaka.com/profile.php?user_id=19467&sid=
Enjoy!
Nate
This is a link to my profile on Filmaka.com you can also click on the title at the top to go to the profile.
http://www.filmaka.com/profile.php?user_id=19467&sid=
Enjoy!
Nate
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Mercury Retrograde Means Hit The Pause Button!
Hey Everyone!
May is here and with it has come my old nemesis Mercury Retrograde. Believe you me when I say that I am not a superstitious person but the timing is a Bummer on this retrograde thing. I always seem to have technical difficulties during this period. Last night I burned 7 DVDs just to get 1 good one and right now I am writing to you with my fingers crossed because we are only a day away from the dreaded event. LOL.
However, as a believer in self-fulfilling prophecy I know that what you think is going to happen with enough worry/bad energy behind it will definitely happen. Hence, I have decided to give worry/bad energy a rest and anyone who falls under that category can take a flying leap! Not to say that I am going to just relax but lets face it worrying is just self-destructive.
As for the contest and competition updates...
We didn't make the cut for the Babelgum Competition. Filmaka's Fresh Start Competition shot us down, too. We have entered The ACEFEST with a new piece called The Human Game and we will find out if they accept it by May 29th. Also, Filmaka has a new competition called Hard Times that I edited The PARC (aka The PACT) down and submitted to them. There are more competitions in the works but for now I am feeling the need to stay mum about those things... I have to remember the new "no worries" clause in my "mental contract" with myself.
Finally, I would like to give a special thanks to the DoP from PA that showed up for our last meeting named Jason Glover. He brought an assistant (Mike) and a trusted photographer (Andrea) to the meeting with him. Also, thanks to all my actors who have donated their time and effort to my projects. May you receive a bounty/blessing/reward as big as the blessing that you have been to me. NOW THAT'S HUGE!!!!
Take care people.
Nate
May is here and with it has come my old nemesis Mercury Retrograde. Believe you me when I say that I am not a superstitious person but the timing is a Bummer on this retrograde thing. I always seem to have technical difficulties during this period. Last night I burned 7 DVDs just to get 1 good one and right now I am writing to you with my fingers crossed because we are only a day away from the dreaded event. LOL.
However, as a believer in self-fulfilling prophecy I know that what you think is going to happen with enough worry/bad energy behind it will definitely happen. Hence, I have decided to give worry/bad energy a rest and anyone who falls under that category can take a flying leap! Not to say that I am going to just relax but lets face it worrying is just self-destructive.
As for the contest and competition updates...
We didn't make the cut for the Babelgum Competition. Filmaka's Fresh Start Competition shot us down, too. We have entered The ACEFEST with a new piece called The Human Game and we will find out if they accept it by May 29th. Also, Filmaka has a new competition called Hard Times that I edited The PARC (aka The PACT) down and submitted to them. There are more competitions in the works but for now I am feeling the need to stay mum about those things... I have to remember the new "no worries" clause in my "mental contract" with myself.
Finally, I would like to give a special thanks to the DoP from PA that showed up for our last meeting named Jason Glover. He brought an assistant (Mike) and a trusted photographer (Andrea) to the meeting with him. Also, thanks to all my actors who have donated their time and effort to my projects. May you receive a bounty/blessing/reward as big as the blessing that you have been to me. NOW THAT'S HUGE!!!!
Take care people.
Nate
Friday, April 17, 2009
Anime In America! Some Cool Cartoons for the BIG SCREEN!
I was wondering when Hollywood was going to start buying the rights to anime! Films like Akira and Ghost In The Shell made my teen years fun and were truly groundbreaking. I LOVE the fact that the short stylish flick called Blood: The Last Vampire actually got picked up by the producer of Crouching Tiger & Hero. This means that this version of Blood should be full of wire tricks (I'm not too fond of) and martial arts (which I love!!!!).
We will see how Spielberg's version of Ghost In The Shell goes and if Leonardo Dicaprio's Akira holds true to the story and fan base. However, I am sure that Blood should please the novice as well as the expert anime lover.
Peace.
Nate
We will see how Spielberg's version of Ghost In The Shell goes and if Leonardo Dicaprio's Akira holds true to the story and fan base. However, I am sure that Blood should please the novice as well as the expert anime lover.
Peace.
Nate
Monday, April 06, 2009
We didn't make the shortlist...
We did not make the shortlist for the voting competition half of Babelgum. They picked the top 40 who had the numbers/votes. For the rest of 610 entries (including myself) that did not make it there is still the "Looking for Genius" Award. That winner will be announced in NYC on April 27th. To all the other contestants I want to wish them GOOD LUCK and much SUCCESS... You never know.
An old friend of mine has on her website "Sorrow looks down, worry looks around, FAITH looks up!"
Keep the FAITH my friends.
Nate
An old friend of mine has on her website "Sorrow looks down, worry looks around, FAITH looks up!"
Keep the FAITH my friends.
Nate
Friday, April 03, 2009
Thanks and keep your fingers crossed!!!
So the Babelgum Contest is over and they will announce the shortlist on April 6th. Keep your fingers crossed that we made it to that point. I also want to thank everyone who entered and voted during the contest. It was a challenge but fiercely worth it. I will post more info around the sixth to let you know what is going on. Have a terrific weekend!!!! I will definitely have a fun one for ya'!
N8
N8
Sunday, March 22, 2009
BABELGUM HAS A NEW VOTING SYSTEM !!!!!
Greetings Everyone!
I just want to inform all my voting friends that Babelgum.com has a new voting system that allows you to vote without downloading software. It is very easy!
1) Go to Babelgum.com
2) Type in WAIRE ( to get to my videos :D )
3) Click on the thumbs up icon and you are done!!!!
FYI - Don't Forget That I Have TWO Vids on Babelgum.com
For even quicker links check my earlier blogs. Thanks for your support!
N A T E
I just want to inform all my voting friends that Babelgum.com has a new voting system that allows you to vote without downloading software. It is very easy!
1) Go to Babelgum.com
2) Type in WAIRE ( to get to my videos :D )
3) Click on the thumbs up icon and you are done!!!!
FYI - Don't Forget That I Have TWO Vids on Babelgum.com
For even quicker links check my earlier blogs. Thanks for your support!
N A T E
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Sunday, February 08, 2009
SPIKE LEE'S BABELGUM ONLINE FILM FESTIVAL CONTEST
Hey Everyone
I have entered two of Sapien Film's videos into the BOFF Contest. The category is mini masterpiece and both videos are under 5 minutes long. You can vote everyday for as many vids as you like but only once a day per video.
The vids/films that I entered are called NOTHING and SUICIDE MADE SIMPLE.
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND PLEASE VOTE!!!!
I have entered two of Sapien Film's videos into the BOFF Contest. The category is mini masterpiece and both videos are under 5 minutes long. You can vote everyday for as many vids as you like but only once a day per video.
The vids/films that I entered are called NOTHING and SUICIDE MADE SIMPLE.
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND PLEASE VOTE!!!!
http://www.babelgum.com/html/
http://www.babelgum.com/html/
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Update
It has been a while since I have written to y'all. I have been pushing projects in film that have been hard pressed to manifest. Nothing is really working out according to plans, however, progress has been made.
The two new books that I have been writing on have been delayed until I can get better writing equipment/software. I am not disappointed by this because a new script idea has come my way.
The contesting aspect of filming is coming to an end. I will continue to make short film but only for the festival scene. Contests are too arbitrary for me right now.
I will be sending postcards out soon notifying the public of our activities... Here's to success.
Happy New Year, Everyone!!!! I hope 2009 is a blast as much for you as it will be for me!!!!
The two new books that I have been writing on have been delayed until I can get better writing equipment/software. I am not disappointed by this because a new script idea has come my way.
The contesting aspect of filming is coming to an end. I will continue to make short film but only for the festival scene. Contests are too arbitrary for me right now.
I will be sending postcards out soon notifying the public of our activities... Here's to success.
Happy New Year, Everyone!!!! I hope 2009 is a blast as much for you as it will be for me!!!!
Friday, November 21, 2008
The holidays, starting two new projects and Filmaka.com
Greetings Everyone!
I would first like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and everybody can feel the mood changing with the season.
I have made the decision to spend the next two months writing on my next two books. One will be a prequel to BOY and the other will be a book of what I can only call 'knowledge' or at least 'tidbits of information'.
Interested? If so write me and tell me what you think. I should be on the computer quite a bit checking on the status of my latest short film called, Displaced. You can find Displaced on the Filmaka.com website along with several of my other short films by clicking the link (just type in my real name in the search window once you get there).
Once again, I wish you all a wonderful and joyful holiday season!
Peace,
Nate
I would first like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and everybody can feel the mood changing with the season.
I have made the decision to spend the next two months writing on my next two books. One will be a prequel to BOY and the other will be a book of what I can only call 'knowledge' or at least 'tidbits of information'.
Interested? If so write me and tell me what you think. I should be on the computer quite a bit checking on the status of my latest short film called, Displaced. You can find Displaced on the Filmaka.com website along with several of my other short films by clicking the link (just type in my real name in the search window once you get there).
Once again, I wish you all a wonderful and joyful holiday season!
Peace,
Nate
Thursday, November 20, 2008
The P.A.R.C. Shortened letter box version
This is the letter box edition of The P.A.R.C. that I have on Filmaka.com
I hope you enjoy!
Nate
I hope you enjoy!
Nate
Thursday, October 30, 2008
CARNIVAL DESTINY TRIP and DRAMBUIE
These are just a few images from our recent family trip to the Eastern Caribbean.It was fun!!! We went to Nassau, Half Moon Cay, and Grand Turk. While at Grand Turk I found two huge sea shells and a brown butterfly landed on my toe. Some of the chics were actually hot which made me forget that both the flight to Miami and back was totally turbulent. People were actually praying as we landed in Jersey. Oddly enough, while on the islands I didn't order a Bahama Mama but I did discover a new drink (a Scottish Whiskey) called Drambuie thanks to fellow passengers named Craig (or Greg) and Rick who told me to enjoy the moment and enjoy life. Ahhh, Drambuie...
Saturday, September 20, 2008
NYTVF was interesting
I went to the New York Television Festival and made some new friends as well as met with some old acquaintances. Usually I would start mentioning names but I have found that people tend to think that you are riding on their coattails when that happens so I will leave out names for now.
Some cool things happened at the fest like meeting the People's Choice Award Winners a week before they knew that they had won the award. Also, ABC was the dominant force on the first day and I was fortunate enough to pass my demo to some very important writers from their camp.
The last day of the fest was interesting as well. HBO had a premiere of their first cartoon series in 9 years and it was hilarious! Also, some heavy hitters were there vying for recognition and contacts. I can't and won't mention names because of my earlier statement and also because they have yet to contact me. That's my way of playing tit for tat (so to speak :))
Anyway all seems to be going well for those who strive for success. If you don't put forth the effort then, of course, you can't reap the rewards. Keep striving to be better than you or others expect and surely something good will happen.
Take care.
Nate
Some cool things happened at the fest like meeting the People's Choice Award Winners a week before they knew that they had won the award. Also, ABC was the dominant force on the first day and I was fortunate enough to pass my demo to some very important writers from their camp.
The last day of the fest was interesting as well. HBO had a premiere of their first cartoon series in 9 years and it was hilarious! Also, some heavy hitters were there vying for recognition and contacts. I can't and won't mention names because of my earlier statement and also because they have yet to contact me. That's my way of playing tit for tat (so to speak :))
Anyway all seems to be going well for those who strive for success. If you don't put forth the effort then, of course, you can't reap the rewards. Keep striving to be better than you or others expect and surely something good will happen.
Take care.
Nate
ANNIVERSARY TIME
For those of you who have been following my blog this should not be a surprise... It is ANNIVERSARY TIME!!! A few years back I blogged about a spiritual experience that I had and ever since I have made it a habit to commemorate the last day of Summer as a very special day.
I don't like to go into deep details so if you are curious as to what happened just search the links to the earlier blogs on the side. For everyone else I wish you peace and joy with renewed hope over the next few days and remember to keep your mind on lofty goals... leave the other mess for those lesser caliber.
Stay focused and invigorated!
Nate
I don't like to go into deep details so if you are curious as to what happened just search the links to the earlier blogs on the side. For everyone else I wish you peace and joy with renewed hope over the next few days and remember to keep your mind on lofty goals... leave the other mess for those lesser caliber.
Stay focused and invigorated!
Nate
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Quick Note
For a demo reel of my work just notify me via email and I will send all legitimate sources a copy. Thanks.
Nate
ps I have created a shorter version of the PARC for the demo reel so ignore the older one.
Nate
ps I have created a shorter version of the PARC for the demo reel so ignore the older one.
Friday, August 08, 2008
It Didn't Happen.
We did not make it into the festival. I still plan on going. Just gotta get my resources together and go.
Peace,
Nate
Peace,
Nate
Monday, July 07, 2008
THE P.A.R.C. Trailer (old .mov version)
Well, if you have been reading my other blog you will understand that my "project" computer has been broke for about two weeks now. So that all the people who wish to see the video can get the chance I will put up the older .mov version of the trailer. This is the only version that I have access to that will fit on my blog. Enjoy.
Nate
Monday, June 30, 2008
More Photos
Here are a few more photos from the June 2nd event.
Also, This is the last day to enter the NYTVF (New York Television Festival). My fingers are crossed and I have been praying up a storm. So let's hope and pray that my entry gets accepted as an Official Selection in the festival. They say that they will announce the Official Selections on or about August 1st.
Good Luck to all the entrants.
N8
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