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| Wizard 'Direct to Video' contest |
| 2:53 PM | |  By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
 DIRECT TO VIDEO
Download a Wizard 'Direct to Video' contest entry form and be the next Speilberg
GRAND PRIZE (1)
A paid trip (airplane and hotel accommodations, please see official rules for details) for two to Wizard World Chicago 2004 (Aug. 13-15, 2004), the annual mega-convention spotlighting comics, toys, gaming, movie celebs and more! There, you’ll be on hand to witness the world-premiere of YOUR short film! What short film? Read on...
RUNNERS-UP (5)
Five prize packages including the airing of your tape at Wizard World Chicago 2004!
HOW TO WIN: Create an original short film that WILL MAKE US LAUGH and would interest a Wizard reader (hint: we WANT superhero videos, not slow-paced drama). Think funny! Think action! Think comic books! Make a parody trailer to a movie like “Batman” or a pseudo-documentary on the JLA. Last year’s winner had Kool-Aid Man fighting crime! The sky is the limit as to the type of film you can make, but keep these five golden rules in mind when you’re playing Sam Raimi:
1. All entries MUST be on a normal VHS tape. We just want to be able to put it in our VHS from 1991 and have it play without technical difficulties!
2. All films must be NO LONGER than FOUR minutes. We mean this!!! Don’t send us your 43-minute student film thesis. We’re sure it’s brilliant, but we won’t watch it! Four minutes or less. ’Nuff said.
3. No nudity, though nudity hidden by censor bars is okay.
4. No profanity, though bleeped profanity is okay, too.
5. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT: If the first 30 seconds of your film bore us, we have no problem taping over your video with the next episode of “The O.C.”! That’s right, every second of your video counts! Start with something FUNNY or ACTION-ORIENTED to lure us in. There is no need for opening credits on a four-minute video.
HOW TO ENTER: Simple. Just make your flick (fly solo, work with your friends, make it a class project, whatever), attach a label with the full name of the director, his address, phone number and the title of the film to the tape and mail to:
“Direct to Video” Contest, c/o Wizard Entertainment, P.O. Box 118,Congers, N.Y., 10920-0118 Deadline is April 1, 2004.
Just click here or on the image to the right to download an entry form.
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Monday, November 24, 2003 | |
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| Looking for Short Films |
| 2:07 AM | | | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
The North-eastern Ontario Filmmakers Association is once again seeking films for the second incarnation of our winter film festival, Showflakes. We are accepting films on a first-come-first-serve basis. All films must be 15 minutes or less and must be the creation of North-eastern Ontario artists. An award will be presented to the best film (award to be determined). The deadline for submissions is January 31st, 2004. The preferred formats are MiniDV or DVD, or VHS. Please send submissions to:
NOFA
122 Durham St., Suite 205
Sudbury, Ontario
P3E 3M8
*Please do not send originals, as we cannot promise their safe return
You now purchase the Attack of the Jay & Silent Bob Clones DVD.
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Monday, October 12, 2003 | |
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| You CAN teach a dog new tricks |
| 1:38 AM | | | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
I've been busy with going back to school that I haven't had enough time on the site. But here is some stuff thats been happening with my different productions (past, present & hopefully future).
SilverCity: The Movie is now on DVD with only one special feature, a Gag Reel.
I'm currently working on a Attack of the Jay & Silent Bobs Clones DVD. Some features include gag reel, secrets from behind the curtin, and commetary to name a few.
That's it for now. I'll keep you updated next Monday. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Friday, May 9, 2003 | |
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| My Next Old Project |
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6:00 AM | | | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
I'm Starting my new project soon. But I've decided to re-work Damage Control.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Thursday, December 5, 2002 | |
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| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
My next project is very hush hush. So I can't release to much.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, November 20, 2002 | |
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| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
In the next few months I'm going to be attemping to putting Attack of the Jay & Silent Bob Clones to DVD. Here is some of the stuff i'm trying to do for it:
* Gag/Outtakes
* Commentary by Cast & Crew
* Easter Eggs
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, October 9, 2002 | |
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| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
The first feature I did was a satire for work. We had an Honours & Awards Night and I got to do I satire of the managers as movie characters. I've posted some information about it. Click Here
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Monday, October 7, 2002 | |
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| More Production Expected |
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2:56 AM | | | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
With a first cut done, I've come to the conclusion that I need more footage. Shawn, Carly & Josee have been confirmed for one scene. Renee has been commissioned to produce the official Damage Control poster.
I have been playing with uLead VideoStudio and I've decided to use it for editing.
Attack of the Jay & Silent Bob Clones will soon be on iFilm
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Tuesday, August 24, 2002 | |
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| More Production Expected |
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2:56 AM | | | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor/Actor |
I've started production on Damage Control and edited a rough cut but not nearly in time for the Videomakers Contest with Cinefest (the local film festival). Wishful thinking.
I might do some reshoots and additional scenes.
The Guerilla Film Party was a blast.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Tuesday, July 30, 2002 | |
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| Guerilla Film Party |
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3:04 AM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
I am hoping to submit my short to a local film festival. I hope they like it.
ALSO look forward to the web debut of my short.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, May 8, 2002 | |
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| Off Into the Wild Blue Yonder. |
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3:46 PM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
Final edit is done and we've already premired it at the theatre. Now it's time for Wizard & Kevin Smith to see it. Wish me luck.
BTW I'm also submitting my short to www.ifilm.com. Once I do and is posted, I'll send out an email to everyone.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Friday, April 19, 2002 | |
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| Early Scenes and Shoot Gathering. |
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11:57 PM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
I've the dream scene done and started to work out the opening scene. I did an early edit of some of the shot stuff and it looks goooooood.
Our next shoot is Monday April 22 at 4:00pm outside the Gamexperts on Regent. See ya there.
No more meetings at Tim Hortons. I'm out of cash.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Thursday, April 11, 2002 | |
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| Meeting & Soundtrack |
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2:47 AM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
Our next in-production meeting will be:
DATE: Monday April 15, 2002
TIME: 11:45 AM
WHERE: Tim Hortons (across from the Supermall)
Hopfully we'll be able to shoot something (anything)
PLEASE BE THERE! it is coming close to point-of-no-return date.
If you know of any one else who wants to be involved please mention it to them.
The soundtrack is now avaiable. If you like a copy be sure to ask. It's in a cool dvd case with a awesome slip cover created by yours truly.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Thursday, April 4, 2002 | |
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| Shooting Schedule. |
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1:47 AM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
Our next production meeting will be:
DATE: Monday April 8, 2002
WHERE: Tim Hortons on LaSalle (across from Pat & Mario)
TIME: 11:34 AM
Our first shoot went as planned and was great. All we need to do next is shoot some speaking parts, the fantasy scene and Bruce Campbell's (look-a-like) scene
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, March 30, 2002 | |
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| We'll try this one last time. |
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1:00 AM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
Our next and last pre-production meeting will be:
DATE: Monday April 1, 2002 (no joking around)
WHERE: Tim Hortons on LaSalle (across from Pat & Mario)
TIME: 12:27 PM
If you want to be in it, BE THERE!!! FOR THE LOVE OF GOD BE THERE!!!
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, March 20, 2002 | |
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| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
A lot of cool changes to the scirpt. see ya at Timmy's @12pm
Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, March 6, 2002 | |
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| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
At the meeting after March break you will see the script. I've changed the title and story line. See ya March 20 @ Tim Hortons across from Pat & Marios.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, February 20, 2002 | |
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| Shooting Schedule Meeting!! |
COMMENTS |
2:00 PM |
| | By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
So far I've been able to update every Wednesday, so I'll try to keep on this pace.
Crystal, Mike, Ray and myself have all been comfirm to star I'm just waiting for a couple more.
All I can say about the script is that there are a lot of in-jokes.
The reason for the June 28th release date is so I can show it before I go to Chicago (hoping) for winning the "Direct to Video" Contest from Wizard.
Just a reminder. "Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back" comes out on Video & DVD next Tuesday (Feb. 26). It was this time last year I was waiting to pick up the "Clerks: Uncensored" DVD.
That's it for now. Catch Ya on the Flip Side /\/\/\/\
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Wednesday, February 13, 2002 | |
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The first draft is done. Looks really good. So good in fact that I've dececied to up the production date so I could have the project ready to submit to the "Direct to Video" contest from Wizard.
Also, anyone wanting to be involved in this project, we will be having a production meeting on March 20, 2002 at 12pm at the Tim Hortons across from the Supermall.
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Wednesday, February 6, 2002 | |
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Welcome to February. First draft is on its way. Every time I start a new scene the jokes want to come out. There's a lot of references to Kevin Smith and his movies/characters. Unfortunly this movie is more on a serious/dark tone and I got this comedy coming out
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Wednesday, January 16, 2002 |
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Happy Fifth Anniversary COMMENTS 02:15 AM
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By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
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Happy Anniversary to Us. Back in '97 Trev, Con, Sis and Myself shot our first of what whould become a lifelong passion for myself. "The Movie With No Name" was the title. Eleven o'clock at night, 4 bored friends, a camera and a cool car.
If I even get a chance to release my forthcoming movie on DVD, I will adding all out previous shorts on it as part of the Special Features.
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Soundtrack Avalible Soon COMMENTS 01:50 AM
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By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!
Before the Premire, before final edit, before first edit, before I yell "THAT'S A WRAP!", before we shoot the first since, before the script is done. Before all of this, the soundtrack will be avalible!
BTW - Notice the name of the production has be changed? I figured I'd return to my roots.
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Thursday, November 22, 2001 |
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2nd "Project" in works COMMENTS 03:30 AM
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By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
Sorry there was no update on Oct 8. But never fear I'm back and with great news.
ONE: my movie, "Damage Control", is still a go.
TWO: I have been talking to my parnter in crime, Shawn, and we're doing a short called : "The Jeremy Brian Project". Dated for release Summer 2002
That's it for now. Catch ya on the flip /\/\/\
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Thursday, September 27, 2001 |
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Announcement of Title COMMENTS 03:30 AM
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By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
I got another chance to rework the script and now I have a title.DAMAGE CONTROLIt's still a work in-process, but at least I now have on paper.
Keep in tune with my here and catch another update before Thanksgiving in Canada (Oct. 8, 2001)
That's it for now. Catch ya on the flip /\/\/\
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Sunday, September 2, 2001 |
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Production Date Confirmed COMMENTS 05:30 AM
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By: Oliver Costello, Writer/Director/Editor |
I FINALLY got a chance to work on the script and now its to late. But not for next year. Production will begin sometime in May 2002. I'm even going to have a better deadline. August 1, 2002. Everyone involved please post your remarks at the message board.
Other than that, have a good Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Remeberence Day, American Thanksgiving, and Seasons Greetings.
That's it for now. Catch ya on the flip /\/\/\
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