Gracias amigo
How are the ninja’s behaving?
See for yourself:
- YouTube ;D
I just noticed someting, I think we used the same wind fx. 
Quite possible
internet is as big as it is small
'cause on my youtube stats I see allmost all the viewers come from The Netherlands.
And I still think this short is interesting for SW fans
I put the topic up.
Hits etc. will help me realise my feature film…
Well you got a hit from England now. I enjoyed it - well shot and moody. Not sure about a quartz watch as authentic period detail tho’ - seems to be stepping into Harm Seipel territory 
I’m not aiming for realism, but to call it… 
-style
’cause of the watch…
I rather aim for a sort of “SW-reality”.
I get ya. A bit like the plastic ball in God forgives …, or neon lights in Sartana …
- I thought as much anyway, but thought it worth the Harm Seipel dig - hence the ;).
;D
I’m not so familiar with the interpretation of yellow balls with faces
I worked on things Siepel-style long ago… I like what he’s doing but it’s comparing apples with other fruits.
As we say on Art Dep. sometimes, if the film is about props, something is wrong with the film or the viewer…
Still I’m hounored it’s been viewed that sharp!
[quote=“Hungry_bear, post:109, topic:2084”]As we say on Art Dep. sometimes, if the film is about props, something is wrong with the film or the viewer…
Still I’m hounored it’s been viewed that sharp![/quote]
The watch is on screen for a relatively long time and contains the only legible word outside the title and credits, and therefore could hold a lot of semiotic weight. I presumed therefore it was deliberate - because otherwise it would be sloppy, if attaining authenticity was an important issue in this film. As you’ve said - it wasn’t.
There are 2 variations on another maxim - “God/The Devil is in the detail” that may apply to the visual arts. Props aren’t what a film is about, but I’d argue that they are crucial for setting a scene, but could take away from the body of the film if they detract - as the word “quartz” may to some. In such a short film, the case for ‘out-of-context’ props aren’t established, therefore it’s up to the viewer to make a value judgement on whether it was deliberate or sloppy. I viewed it sharp, cos it would have been patronising not to have.
My Harm Seipel comparison (of sorts) refererred to the out of synch prop-art surprise element, that I enjoyed in both your film and Harm’s. And, I assure you, I do enjoy seeing the great creative stuff that you guys do.
I admit, if I could get the watch open I would have scribbled quartz-word.
And you’re right, I didn’t do my homework on this one.
So many watches say “quartz” that I didn’t think it would be so noticable, (It seemed so common that people don’t see it)
Also I asked my father to use his antique handwatch, but he didn’t want me to throw with it…
In HB I put a breadbox and cup wich are very green and pink on purpose, also 'cause I couldn’t imagine that I’d get away shooting cowboytime with no budget and a unexperienced crew.
If you’re very interested in props you should carrefully view the holster.
I bought a sewingmachine and learned myself te sew 'cause buying holsters is way over my budget.
It has some inspiration in Burroughs (watching your graphic things…)
[quote=“Hungry_bear, post:111, topic:2084”]So many watches say “quartz” that I didn’t think it would be so noticable, (It seemed so common that people don’t see it)
If you’re very interested in props you should carrefully view the holster.
I bought a sewingmachine and learned myself te sew 'cause buying holsters is way over my budget.[/quote]
You’re obviously younger than me Brother HB, and you’ve been brought up with quartz watches all of your life. Your generation probably wouldn’t notice it, or register anything amiss with it.
That picture that Phil H uses on his site, that has an American pistol engraved with “made in Italy” (from Wrath of God) is a hoot :), and looks deliberately done. Same with that ball in God Forgives…
I, by no means, meant to belittle what you’ve done, and only mentioned that darned watch in passing and in jest. I think you’ve made a great little film with very interesting shots, and I should maybe have highlighted the very good camerawork and framing of the shots, instead of being a smart-arse ;). And - Oh, that we could all have the budgets we’d like to fulfill our every whim. But, having said that, I enjoy budget-strapped spaghettis sometimes more than the expensively made ones. It’s sometimes the limitations that force you to be creative with the problem-solving.
I did also notice that holster when I watched the film, and liked its look, authentic or not. I think it’s great that you make all this stuff, painting hats etc. Fair play to you - it’s definately ‘hands on’!
I too look for cheap props for reference my pictures. I picked up this (reasonably poor) immitation flintlock only this morning from a ‘table-top’ sale (junk market). It’s not much like the one I’m using in my story but it’ll still happily pose for photos and has the right proportions for me to be able to adapt. You might also realise why I maybe picked up on the watch thing - I do have a few myself, and I understand why your father wouldn’t want his thrown around!
I wish you all the best with future projects and applaud your creativity and commitment.
Hi hi
gracias!
I’ll not tell my cameraman
(my father) he is allready walking besides his shoes
and still has to learn a lot…
Same to you with the graphic story
I got sort of a simular gun (a lighter) a while ago 'cause I was planning to shoot a pirate movie.
… and yes I sometimes put up intertextual things in my films (or when I work for film and television)
In my next film we think of a saloon called SWDB…
In my favorites on my youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/hungrybearsdontdance
I collect the best do it yourself westerns or scènes,
(mostly shoot outs)
if you know some nice ones please let me know.
Hola gringo’s
Next monday I’m gonna shoot a little DIY western (one scène shoot out) about 4 minutes.
sort of like I Mute Senza Cavalli - YouTube
With Harm Siepel as one of the lead actors.
The shoot out involves 2 gunslingers and a photographer in a deserted area.
I’m thinking of a plot in which the photographer becomes the third part in a Mexican standoff.
For this occasion I’d like to invite the members of this board to come up with a small script.
The best one (if it’s good and possible to shoot) I’ll realise, of course writing credits will be on the film and I’ll sent a copy.
Please post your brilliant idea’s in this topic
Think of it as a sort of Chris Casey’s Card CAPTION COMPETITION.
Here’s the camera with the tripod
(I might change the tripod a bit)
Hopefully the creative juices of people will flow in a couple of hours, as the alcohol consumption increases
Fu… me and missus just put two bottle of withe (one and an half for me) plus the “aguardente” and the only think i know is that I have somehow put my 2 and half daughter to bed
There is still some time…
no worries we brainstormed last night and a script is developing.
Still we’ll shoot the best script. This “Chris Casey’s Card CAPTION COMPETITION” probably will shut down sunday evening.
Further more we’re gonna shoot 2 camera, just pray for your death and the nice weather to remain…
Thought it would be funny if one guy shoots the other in the gut or something, he drops and then the photographer says:“No no, that’s no good. One more time” This then repeats a couple of times, untill the guy is halfway dead, bleeding. Then the photographer says:“Look a bit more alive!”