Identity

So yesterday we had a great day of filming. We filmed the opening scenes of the movie, which was a lot of fun. Thankfully I knew the people I was filming with before yesterday because it was easy to have chemistry and being on set was a lot of fun. Jon Wallace II plays Philip, and Misty Wallace plays Lois. They did a wonderful job with their scenes. Very natural and comfortable.

It was an monday morning before school, so we had some food as props. Props are always fun to work with because they give you something to do. But at the same time they are difficult, especially food, because you have to use it so many times. So for this scene we used poptarts and they kept breaking, and they smelt so good so all I wanted to do was eat them.

David was on camera because Jenny was out of town, Scuba Steve was on boom mic, Brian was on slate, and Ryan helped with lights and setting up each scene. We filmed 2 scenes in about 3 hours. It was a very nice laid back day, not stressful at all- which is always a plus! Everything went very smoothly.

More to come!

Enjoy some photos of behind the scenes!

It has been a busy week of preparations. David has been out all week because his family got sick, and their house was hit by the storm. Praise God for his protection-they are all starting to feel better!  Jenny and I have been working on pre-production all week. Setting up Elizabeth’s room, taking photos for the house, making prop lists, getting schedules in order. Lots of minor details.

Since we’ve had a few set backs this week, we haven’t filmed anything yet, but it was good to get some of these other details in order. We are scheduled to film tomorrow a really fun montage scene in a public dirty restroom which I’m excited about. We also are auditioning someone for one of the lead police officers and are taking some promo photos.

Today we went to the wig store…so much to say, but don’t want to give anything away. It was a very strange experience, but hilariously strange, not awkwardly strange. Betty’s Wig Store is a really cool store in downtown davenport. You should go check them out, if not to wear a wig for real, for a party or something. It’s actually really fun to have a completely different look for the day.

Another great company you should check out is Whitey’s Ice Cream. They are amazingly generous and are helping us out so much! We couldn’t be making this movie without them and their support. It’s absolutely wonderful to see who God has brought in our paths to help make this movie possible.

We made a lot of graphics today as well, which was productive.

I think thats it for now, tomorrow is a long day and I should call it a night.

Until next time,

MelissaJo

Hey everybody,

This is a place to keep people informed on a new feature length independent film known as Identity being produced by DAC films. This blog will be moderated by Brian Havenner.

I had the pleasure of being on the set as production commenced on Identity. Those present were writer and director David Clevenger, Assistant Director and Director of Photography Jenny Tunberg, actress and co-writer Joey Milano, Lead Editor Scuba Steve (and boom mic holder), and James (don’t know his last name) but he was helping with the slate for awhile.

A montage was filmed, and I had the opportunity to just hang out and see the goings on of a set. I have been fascinated by film since I was in JR high, trying to film some even back then so it feels good to finally be a part of a organized film set.

There are still a few parts that need to be cast, if you read this and are interested in the prospect of being in a faith based movie email dacdreams@gmail.com

Keep checking for further updates on this new and exciting movie.

Brian