Suburban Sasquatch and Zombies By Design

[nobtis]

Hey Guys,
I've been in two horror-comedies by Troubled Moon Films. The 1st one was my 1st-ever speaking role in the movie "Suburban Sasquatch" as Jackson, and the 2nd one was my very 1st starring role in "Zombies By Design" as Lex Blackheart, the mad scientist who not only gave the zombies life but also learned to control them! If you guys have ever seen either of them... I would love to hear your feedback! Thanks.
-- Dave
:icome: :batt: :drool:

[Dr. Briggs]

I've got Suburban Sasquatch in a 50 movie pack at home; since one of the cast is here I'll try and get around to watching it soon!

One thing I've gotta ask since I'm hoping to get into the business myself; were you involved in the production of the film itself? If so, how hard was it to get Pendulum Pictures or whoever to distribute it? How much money did you and/or the others make?

[nobtis]

Great hearing from you and can't wait to hear your thoughts after you get to see it! I appreciate that!
1. No, I wasn't involved in the production at all (it was my 1st film).
2. Pendulum Pictures is part of Brain Damage Films. As far as how hard it was to get it distributed, I really don't know. I know a lot of research and work went behind it before it got distributed. My suggestion would be to visit http://www.troubledmoonfilms.com and email Dave Wascavage who is the writer/director/owner of "Suburban Sasquatch".... he would be the best person by far to ask!
3. This was a microbudget film. All us actors volunteered to help make the film. But my experience led me to many other film roles, large and small (so it paid off well in the long run, as far as getting other gigs are concerned). As far as any money being made, again, that would be up to Dave Wascavage if he even wants to disclose that.
Great questions! Sorry I couldn't have been more helpful... But between my full time job and other obligations, I've been focusing primarily on acting. Great "meeting" you.. and have a great day. Hope to hear from you soon!
-- Dave

I've got Suburban Sasquatch in a 50 movie pack at home; since one of the cast is here I'll try and get around to watching it soon!

One thing I've gotta ask since I'm hoping to get into the business myself; were you involved in the production of the film itself? If so, how hard was it to get Pendulum Pictures or whoever to distribute it? How much money did you and/or the others make?

[nobtis]

exdev::reading: :eg:

[nobtis]

Did you get to see it yet? Loads of campy fun!

I've got Suburban Sasquatch in a 50 movie pack at home; since one of the cast is here I'll try and get around to watching it soon!

One thing I've gotta ask since I'm hoping to get into the business myself; were you involved in the production of the film itself? If so, how hard was it to get Pendulum Pictures or whoever to distribute it? How much money did you and/or the others make?

[Dr. Briggs]

Ach! I saw the first half during an all-nighter, then got caught up in sorting out social matters haunting me since finals XP.

Now, I hate to say it considering a cast member's joined our board but IMO it ain't all that great insofar x.X . I have two pieces of hopefully constructive criticism for Mr. Wascavage upon seeing the first half. The first is to set the tone better; he goes for camp but sometimes the direction and acting just come off as bland, which ain't good, especially for low-budget productions. Secondly, the he needs to lay off the digital effects! Some I'd imagine are necessary and can in fact be OK used in an unashamedly low-budget comedy, but sometimes it just gets to be too much and audiences wonder why some effects aren't just accomplished using cheapo physical substitutes (Why not use plastic arrows? Some fake blood?)

As for your role, you honestly do quite well. Small role as it was (are you just in the one scene or do you reappear later?) you pulled it off pretty damn well, made yourself a noticeable character without being scene-stealing! Makes me want to see what you do with a bigger role (I'd imagine anyhow?) in Zombies by Design.

Now, as for Zombies by Design; can you find it in stores or is buying straight from the studio the only option? I'm afraid I'm the stereotypical nerd still living with his parents, needing them to buy shit for me >.<

[nobtis]

Thanks for the feedback! Yup, that was my only scene... But it was my 1st-ever scene in a film and my 1st speaking role in anything... so you can say, it started it all (for me). "Zombies By Design", as far as I know is still just $7 from the Troubled Moon Films Website. You may also enjoy "Abduction" if you want to get away from the horror-comedy and that is found at real stores, Amazon, Netflix and other on-line places! Oh, BTW, "ZBD" was my largest role ever and my 1st lead starring role. Take care! http://troubledmoonfilms.com
and don't forget "Suburban Sasquatch" was featured on "Web Soup" and many other on-line reviews! http://www.youtube.com/moronicmark#p/u/81/XzK48DC1sks