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Post by Dave on Jun 21, 2011 18:54:02 GMT
What was the high point of forum activity, Dave? It seemed really busy back in 05/06, when This is England was shooting. Must have been around that time I reckon. That was still the early days of the site really. Think it started at the end of 2004. Who remembers the first forum? That was pretty poor.... just pretty much feature free and very basic. |
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Post by Donkey_Stone_Films on Jun 30, 2011 12:03:04 GMT
Hi, I am new to this forum and posting on behalf of the filmmaking collective Donkey Stone Films. We are big fans of Shane's work and take a lot of inspiration from the graft he has put in and his talent for storytelling. We are a collective of four filmmakers, each specialising in a different aspect of the filmmaking process. As the writer in the group, I have been nominated to take a lead on all written communication. We formed in 2009 and have been making shorts and working as practitioners on education/community film projects for the past two years. We also have two feature documentaries in production, and hope to get our first feature drama off the ground next year. We have two bases, one in Nottingham and one in Manchester. It would be great to build our network and make some contacts through this forum. Find out more about us and what we are trying to achieve on our website: www.donkeystonefilms.comAnyone with a passion for film, please do get in touch for a chat about anything and everything! Nice to be here. Jamie Rhodes Donkey Stone Films |
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Post by norbert on Nov 23, 2011 17:02:26 GMT
Hi everyone,glad to be here
God that sounds lame
Paul aka norbert
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Post by GR on Nov 23, 2011 22:54:34 GMT
Welcome aboard, Paul. ;D
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Post by johnnyharris on Dec 16, 2011 18:48:39 GMT
I just wanted to say thank you for all the kind words of support and praise posted on here during the making of, and screening of... This is England 86-88.
It's been an absolute pleasure from the moment I walked into the audition room of the great man in Nottingham and met Shane, Vicky, and Chanel for the first time, along with his producers the lovely Mark Herbert and Libby Durdy.
I knew instantly this was no ordinary set up as you don't often have the lead actors turn up to read with you...or as lovely a reception as I was given. I also got a call from Shane as I ran back to Nottingham station in the rain (I was broke and couldn't miss the train) to say I'd got the part!...He said "I know it's a long journey back mate and thought I'd make it a bit easier for you!" He did!... I'll never forget how I felt on that train journey home.. and again, in hindsight it was another sign that I was about to meet someone a bit special!
The next train journey was up to Sheffield to start work on 'MICK' and TIE86...and meet the greatest gang I'll ever get to be a part of!
Shane Meadows is without a shadow of a doubt THE most interesting and wonderful man I know! He is truly an artist and has an understanding of people unlike any other I have witnessed. He also has great technical knowledge and an artists eye and it's no accident his work looks so beautiful.
Working with Shane is everything I'd ever dreamed of as an actor. Every theory I'd ever believed in, but not had the chance to try under more orthodox conditions and directors...right there and happening...and working! I felt instantly at home as an actor and knew there was nothing I couldn't try or explore.
I will mention also That Vicky Mclure went to places physically, mentally, and spiritually for Lol that I have ever witnessed an actress go to...and in the process has become one of the greatest friends a guy could wish for!
All of this and more is down to one man and the team of trusted people he has built around him. I feel blessed to have been part of that circle and to have gone on this journey with them all.
Thank you all for your kind words and messages along the way...Thank you to the gang for taking me in.... and thank you SHANE MEADOWS! x
Johnny Harris x
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Post by Dave on Dec 16, 2011 20:02:03 GMT
Hi Johnny! Thanks for such an amazing message!
I've reposted this message in the This Is England section where more people will notice it (what with This Is England fever still keeping the fans excited!).
Thanks,
Dave
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Post by johnner on Dec 19, 2011 20:57:49 GMT
Hi there, been a fan since i spotted a man with an axe on a red cover in the dvd library a few years back...I'm 35 now and i thought the days of being moved by good music and movies were over until I discovered the Meadows treasure trove. This is England, the movie and series along with all the cast and staff interviews have moved me beyond words. I cannot single anyone out in particular due the fact that everyone did themselves justice! Absolutely sterling!
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Post by jill on Dec 19, 2011 21:46:52 GMT
Hi there, been a fan since i spotted a man with an axe on a red cover in the dvd library a few years back...I'm 35 now and i thought the days of being moved by good music and movies were over until I discovered the Meadows treasure trove. This is England, the movie and series along with all the cast and staff interviews have moved me beyond words. I cannot single anyone out in particular due the fact that everyone did themselves justice! Absolutely sterling! Hiya, welcome. Check out A Room for Romeo Brass next, for a young Vicky McClure and very young Andrew Shim (Milky). Lovely film too ;D |
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Post by johnner on Dec 19, 2011 22:32:47 GMT
Hi there, been a fan since i spotted a man with an axe on a red cover in the dvd library a few years back...I'm 35 now and i thought the days of being moved by good music and movies were over until I discovered the Meadows treasure trove. This is England, the movie and series along with all the cast and staff interviews have moved me beyond words. I cannot single anyone out in particular due the fact that everyone did themselves justice! Absolutely sterling! Hiya, welcome. Check out A Room for Romeo Brass next, for a young Vicky McClure and very young Andrew Shim (Milky). Lovely film too ;D Romeo brass is ready to play! I'm saving it for a gathering over xmas, funny how meadows dvd viewings are like events!! |
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Post by jill on Dec 19, 2011 22:40:47 GMT
Enjoy-always a bit jealous of poeple who are viewing for the first time ;D Nice film for Xmas day  |
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Post by martieuk on Dec 20, 2011 15:58:21 GMT
Glad to join in  |
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Post by GR on Dec 20, 2011 22:50:39 GMT
Glad to join in Welcome aboard! |
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Post by stoneicon on Dec 30, 2011 12:34:09 GMT
Well,just joined up today I am Stone Icon or Dave if you prefer. As the username suggests i work stone - mostly bespoke special one off's. I have been a fan of Shane's work after being introduced to it by some of my mate's and it's pretty damned special ey? Gotta say,this is a very nice looking and well attended to site. |
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Post by jill on Dec 30, 2011 15:51:14 GMT
Hi Dave, welcome.
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Post by GR on Dec 30, 2011 23:17:42 GMT
Welcome aboard, Dave. ;D
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