Hi all, I figured I’d start my blog by reviewing what I’ve been up to this year, by way of some of the projects I’ve been working on.
“Terror” Early this year, I finished a music video for the band Starflyer 59. This was a ‘spec’ video as it was simply an idea I had, and I had no connection with the band. I had recently heard their song “Terror” and I got an idea of how I would interpret it visually. I directed, shot, and edited it and brought in my friend Erin Miracle to act in it. As I was wrapping up editing, I found out that a friend of mine knew people at their record label, Tooth & Nail, and also knew some of the band. He was able to get the video to them and they gave it their seal of approval. I was happy about that and pretty happy with the results overall. Check it out below.
“Sunday School” This summer, I edited a short film called Sunday School, which was part of the 168 Film Festival, a film competition where filmmakers have one week to make a film. Though ours was in a special category so we had more time.
It’s a sweet comedy about a grieving grandfather coming to terms with the loss of his wife while dealing with the challenges of modern technology. I had a great time working with director Yvette Sams and the rest of the post production crew who all brought their “A” game.
It’s not on line yet, but stay tuned and I’ll certainly post a link when it is.
“Tiny Kitchen Big Taste” This year I continued to direct, shoot and edit this online cooking show featuring Michael Fucci. After 145 episodes, we are taking a break. I’ll of course be noting it’s return here, or you can just subscribe to the YouTube channel.
In the mean time, check out this sample episode from April 30th. I make a voice cameo in it!
“Funny You Should Ask” I have been continuing to work as the show’s casting editor. For those who wonder what a casting editor is, all contestants are interviewed on a Skype call that usually lasts 15 to 20 minutes. I take those calls and cut them down to under 2 minutes so the producers can review potential contestants efficiently. As you might imaging, it can be challenging at times, but I believe I’ve gotten better at getting to the essence of a story through this work.
If you want to watch it, check your local listings, or go here to find out when it’s on in your local market.
“Far East Deep South” (Working Title) I am currently wrapping up editing on this feature documentary. It’s the moving story of a Chinese/American family from California who discover their family roots are not most recently in China, but in Mississippi. Along the way, they learn about the unexpected history of the Chinese in the American South. More news to come, but we hope to be hitting the film festival circuit early next year.
For more information, go here to learn about the short film, Finding Cleveland that preceded this film, and on which I also served as editor. You can sign up for the mailing list there.
That’s about it for now. Have a great rest of the year!
Dwight Buhler News 