Wow... I haven't looked at this in FOREVER. I worked on this film as the Key Production Assistant as well as a Zombie. As a matter of fact, I'm the aforementioned "asleep" zombie. I'm credited as "Bar Patron"
I for one had never worked on a film before. When I found out about this film, I had NO Idea what to expect. For a $70,000 Budget Film, I was actually impressed with alot of the Camera Work and editing. Byron Werner, the DP on the film has an amazing eye and knows exactly what shot he wants. I've since seen some of his other work, and I'm always impressed.
As for my "fan" above, thanks. :) It made me smile to see I was someone's Favorite.
A little tidbit that I thought was funny. We ran that take several times, for practice and multiple Angles. Each time, I fell to the hard wood floor. On the final take, Someone (I THINK it was the AD) said "Ok, bring in the mattress".. I was like "Um... I've just hit the floor 15 Times. I think the mattress is a little late". Everyone got a good laugh.
All in all working on the film was a blast, and was an Experience I will cherish. Everyone was so much fun to work with. From Richard Miranda, the F/X Master, Keith who was our Principal Makeup, Carla's Wardrobe, and Sunshine's Sets. Everything that took place over that month or so was an experience that will hold a special place in my heart.
For all you nay-sayers out there, yes. The movie sucked. For a 70 Grand, Independent movie what do you expect? It's not a Dawn of the Dead, or Evil Dead of course. But for some, I know it was the best experience of their lives. So be a little kind and understanding. :)
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stuntz
17 years ago
Eric,
I'm credited as Stunt Coordinator on this film. In all honesty, I was only on set for two days.
The last few days of shooting were behind an old theatre, and the theatre itself was being used for the church scenes. I had been called into the theatre to set up a live wild west stunt show. So I literally stumbled onto the set. While talking to crew, I kept hearing stories of how many actors were getting hurt. I asked who the stunt coordinator was and... there wasn't one. Duh... of course actors were getting hurt. You never should have hit the floor 15 times.
So anyway, I was told they had fight heavy days coming up and they were worried about the actors (about time). After taking a quick peek at my resume (something you always have on you in LA) they hired me as Stunt Coordinator for the last two days of filming.
I choreographed all the action sequences in the Church and I also played the zombie that got hit with the statue of Mary who did a flying spin into a row of seats and smashed them. Problem was... they shot it so dark you can barely see it.
Eh... that's show biz.
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ericmsteele
17 years ago
Hahaha! I remember the church scenes. I actually did one of the Foley clips that cracked Dana and everyone else up. I was supposed to Growl and then hit the floor. (Think this was before you showed up. You're the "cowboy" right?) Anyway, I more or less....grunted... Hit the floor with a very loud thud, lay perfectly still...Until I hear Dana in the hall BURST into a laugh...
It was definately good times, and I would definately do it again. I had a great time.
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shagge1771
17 years ago
Screw the naysayers, this movie was just mindless fun. The plot made no sense, the acting was only a step above an Ed Wood film, and the ending was just a little bit too much like Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter's ending, but in the horror biz that's not always bad. If you see the guys at Asylum again, tell 'em to keep on doing what they do.
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Max_Doobermin
16 years ago
i didnt watch it yet. ijust bought it at wal-mart for a buck. the back said "don't miss this nail-biting modern horror classic." and that was hilarious all by itself so i had to get it. it was a *beep* dollar! =D
"Awesome movie quote that a million other people have but that I think is clever and original."
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radioman970us
16 years ago
Yep, I saw it for a buck at WalMart Today. I didn't buy it but will next week when I go back. Sounds like fun.
I like what people are saying on this thread about working on the film...best times of their lifes. That's awesome. I forget that, that real people took time out and were paid to work on even small time films like this.
Looking forward to watching it.
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radioman970us
16 years ago
I watched this some time ago and it wasn't that bad. It's definitely not one I'll reach for all the time. There's some very cute girls in the cast.
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FooF-Diesel
16 years ago
Hey, just wanted to drop a quick post here.
I also found this at Walmart as a Asylum/Digiview release and picked it up not expecting much, as Digiview is usually junk, but I was really surprised! I was even inspired enough to write a short review on the site where I catalogue my DVD collection.
Here's a link to the page with the review (about half way down the page): http://www.dvdspot.com/dvd.php?d=1181486942
Here's a link to my DVD collection (click the "owned" tab on the page to see my collection): http://www.dvdspot.com/member=FooF
Thanks for makin' a pretty cool movie, guys!
Also, I REALLY liked one of the songs on the soundtrack and I'm trying to find it. I noticed alot of people like the soundtrack, so if any of you have any luck getting answers, please let me know as well.
~Keith Marsh
[email protected]
http://foof-diesel.blogspot.com
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TuxKamen27
15 years ago
Thanks for the story about the scene. As has been said before, it sounds like making the film was alot of fun. That usually makes a film alot better for me, to hear that the people making it had a good time.
I plan on reviewing this on my site soon, just rented and watched it for the second time the other day (been a while since I first saw it).
Take care!
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