Martha's & Jarod's Trailer, about to shoot week 1

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, well here's a bunch of pictures squeezed really really close together and looked at really really fast, with sound too, kinda like a movie.

Everyone's in a little trailer in Montebello, it's the 2nd week of July, 1st week of shooting, it's very hot, the lights are on and no air conditioning. Jeremy Sumpter, Jarod, and Debbon Ayer, his mom, Martha, are going over their paces.

Round Table

Wednesday July 15, Winnetka.
Some crew members taking a break between scenes talking with one of the main cast member's about past films. From left, Brad Dourif, Gabriel Villanueva, James Cooney, Tiago Mesquita, Justin Wragg, Simon Baechler, Eshwin Dhir, Ken hedrick, Anthony Ngyuen, Elle Favorule, Seth Laird, and Katie Bowman.

They're all very busy, but once in a while you have to lounge around a bit.

No Rest For The Weary

Wednesday, July 15, in Winnetka, the day after Malibu. Justin is wrapping up location for David's house, taking a moment out of his grueling schedule to perform yet another directorial duty, a photo op. On his left, Daniel Aldema, Exec Producer and actor, who hosted this day of shooting at his home. And on the right, Exec Producer Ken Hedrick. That night, everyone headed to a commercial alleyway a few minutes down the road to lens the next scene, Lindsey at Hot Dog on a Stick. More on that, but much later.

D&C Suffers First Fatality, Production to Resume

Thanks to everyone for being so patient during this difficult time as we move to recover from the tragedy that took place on set the other week. As most of you know, we suffered a fatality. The coroner's office has ruled the incident an accident and everyone has been cleared of any wrongdoing. While Rick will be sorely missed by all, the production will carry on. We dedicate this film to his loving memory. Rest In Peace, Rick!

Photo taken by LACSD Coroner's Office.

Dark and Foreboding? Mmmh...what lies ahead? I wonder (evil laugh).

It's been nine days since a blog, that's how busy our production crew is. I'd like to introduce myself to everyone and say thanks for joining the blog and I'm sorry so much time has passed without any updates. We'll try to stay on top of things for you. I'm Ken, Exec. Producer and partner of AJI Productions. Justin is working hard everyday, running rehearsals, taking meetings with various departments, (Art, Special FX, etc.) and scheduling to name just a few. His wife Karen, doing everything she can to assist him and help keep him sane and on task.
There are many facets to the business end of creating a feature, there's certainly enough work to go around.
I pitch in every chance I get to help lighten the load, from location scouting (Stan's home, the secluded forest dirt road above, Stan's station wagon), script revisions, acquiring extras, catering services/equipment, and providing investment opportunities that go to help meet the needs of last minute expenses.
We're looking forward to welcoming Tiago in from Belgium, Davide in from Italy, Simon in from Switzerland, and Eshwin in from Canada, later this month for their important contributions. I want to thank in advance, everyone attached to the project for their commitment to making a difference and look forward to meeting and spending some time with all of you.

~Ken

They want fx

Here is a photo of our special fx supervisor (Dean Jones) in action. He's worked on everything from Star Trek the Next Generation (as you can see in the photo) to Pirates of the Carribean. Check out more of his stuff at amefx.com...he even has two Emmys, but who's bragging.

-Justin

Location, Location, Location

Checking out this place tomorrow for a potential home for Stan. I love the color and cluttered feel it has. Wondering what anyone else thinks...leave a comment and let me know. If you haven't read the script...just check out the earlier posts related to Stan. He's a one of a kind guy.

Got a ton of stuff going on now...much more to come soon.

-Justin