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:: of the feature film "Dear J" ::

 

  

Jake Forsyth

Director of Photography
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Kevin Wiley

Gaffer/Sound Mixer
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Michael Kricfalusi

Casting Director
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Blaze Kelly Coyle

Key Costume/Makeup Supervisor
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Kim Wiley

Production Designer
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Meet the Directors

   >>> Roberto Munoz
   >>> Mann Munoz


 
INTERVIEW
Jake Forsyth taking a looking through the view finder

Meet Jake Forsyth

Q&A with the Director of Photography of "Dear J"

Q: Why did you decide to go into film?
A: I feel that of all the art forms film is the one that encourages the audience to react vocally. The theatre experience is one where a community of people can laugh together as well as direct the characters (i.e. "Don't go up stairs alone!!")

Q: What is your experience in film?
A: I have recently graduated from a course in Video Production. In 2002 my film "Shakespeare Retold" placed 2nd in Cinefest Sudbury's amateur filmmakers competition.

Q: What attracted you to working on this film?
A: After reading the script, I knew that the writers had a clear vision and the film told a story that needed to be told.

Q: Who is your favourite character in the film? Why?
A: The character of Staples is the truest Christ Follower I have seen on film, ever a man whose faith is strong; it is not a blind faith but a supported faith.

Q: What was your favourite part of your job?
A: Working with Mann during pre-production and visualizing the scenes and how they were to be put on screen.

Q: What was the most challenging thing about this experience?
A: With the number of crew being limited, the days were long and busy.

Q: What did you enjoy the most about working on this film?
A: The experience of working on a film with a very talented cast and a crew that had a unified objective.

Q: Tell about working on the film. Do you have any funny stories or anecdotes?
A: We often stayed on location over night and so I was staying at the school that was used as the hallways of the institute set. However, this was not communicated to the custodial staff of the school. So at 4:00 am, when the Janitor came into the room where I was sleeping, I think we were both a little surprised.

Q: What’s the craziest thing you have done?
A: I traveled to England for a 3 week tour... with one week of notice. I got a phone call on a Thursday night "Hey Jake! Want to go to England ...on Wednesday?"

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INTERVIEW

Kevin Wiley

Q&A with the Gaffer and Sound Mixer of "Dear J"...

Kevin Wiley on the set of 'Dear J' Q: What did you think when you read the script?
A: Twists and Turns!

Q: How would you describe "Liars and Lunatics" ["Dear J"]?
A: Intellectually stimulating.

Q: What attracted you to working on this film?
A: The impact that it could have.

Q: What was your favorite part of your job?
A: Filming, the excitement, and variety.

Q: What was the most challenging thing about this experience?
A: The schedule.

Q: What did you enjoy the most about working on this film?
A: Problem solving.

Miq Munoz and Kevin Wiley working on sound problems

Q: Tell about working on the film. Do you have any funny stories or anecdotes?
A: Noise, noise, noise....birds, trucks, planes....go figure!

Q: Who are your influences? Who inspires you?
A: Jim Elliott...giving your life totally for Christ.

Q: What's the craziest thing you have done?
A: Drive crazy fast away for the police, while racing a friend down the street.

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INTERVIEW
Blaze Kelly Coyle as Key Costumer

Meet Blaze Kelly Coyle

Q&A with Key Costume and Makeup Supervisor of "Dear J"...

Q: What did you think when you read the script?
A: I thought it was really interesting, quirky and could definitely appeal to a mass audience.

Q: What attracted you to working on this film?
A: The great people I would have the opportunity to work with again!

Q: Who is your favorite character in the film?
A: Hume... nice mix of comedy/drama.

Q: What was your favorite part of your job?
A: Definitely applying Joe's makeup after he filmed outside.. he was always covered in mosquito bites! He is pretty sweet after all!

Q: What was the most challenging thing about this experience?
A: Having to let an actor do my job in order to avoid conflict.

Blaze Kelly Coyle helps Dr. FrolickQ: What did you enjoy the most about working on this film?
A: I felt like a team player during this project! Besides taking care of Hair, Make-up, and Wardrobe, I also acted and did the slate when needed. It was great to be so hands-on!

Q: Tell about working on the film. Do you have any funny stories or anecdotes?
A: Robert sleeping, or rather SNORING, in the insane asylum!

Q: Who are your influences? Who inspires you?
A: Influences: Rita Hayworth, Frank Sinatra, Gene Kelly, Ella Fitzgerald, Stephen Sondheim. Inspirations: People who use their God-given gifts & laughing children.

Q: What's the craziest thing you have done?
A: On set: Filming during a Thunderstorm under a big metal globe! In Life: Getting stranded on a deserted island... seriously!

Q: How did you get your start in film?
A: I was a news reporter in Philadelphia and Mike Lemon Casting was looking for "real" reporters to be in an upcoming feature. I auditioned, got the role... and then on set, was actually bumped up to a role with more lines.

Q: You also act. Tell about favorite roles you've played.
A: My favorite film role was in "Secrets of the Templesmith Motherhood". I played a maniacal mother ... in the vain of Mommy Dearest. My role as Della Thornton on Forensic Files comes in a close second. Theater wise, definitely "Always, Patsy Cline"!

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INTERVIEW
Kim Wiley

Kim Wiley

Q&A with the Production Designer of "Dear J"...

Q: What did you think when you read the script?
A: Open the letter already!

Q: How would you describe "Liars and Lunatics" ["Dear J"]?
A: A whirl of emotional action....can't been seen only once.

Q: What attracted you to working on this film?
A: Opportunity to do something different, exciting and worthwhile.

Q: What was your favorite part of your job?
A: Running here and there...being busy and challenged; wearing many hats.

Q: What was the most challenging thing about this experience?
A: Lack of sleep and being quiet when I was supposed to (ha ha).

Kim Wiley lights the candles Q: What did you enjoy the most about working on this film?
A: Filling in a gap when there was no one else there to do it and meeting new people.

Q: Tell about working on the film. Do you have any funny stories or anecdotes?
A: Seeing everyone more haggard and tired-looking each day as the weeks went on.

Q: Who are your influences? Who inspires you?
A: People that are truly excited about their faith and can share it easily and effortlessly.

Q: What "lesson from mom" do you still live by today?
A: Treat others like you would like to be treated.

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