Documentary First

How do you tell a story when the protagonist is a place? Our very own script-writer, Zach Callaghan, says "identity and purpose" are the two big things he looks for. Listen to his process of taking footage shot back in June 2022 for the Carentan project and developing it into a story.

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Christian:

The Martha Mitchell Effect (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16379454

They'll Love Me When I'm Dead (2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6893836/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Jason:

The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2015) This is a companion documentary to the feature by the same name. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/D4WAUmyKDq0

Robbie:

The Wrecking Crew (2008) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185418/

Zach:

F for Fake (1973) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072962/

There has been a team shuffle. Jason Rugg is now in the host seat with Robbie Davis joining Christian and Jason.

Christian gives an update before an impromptu "symposium" on story. Life is never linear or straight forward. Christian shares from her heart about the topsy-turviness of life with family and balancing work and priorities/commitments made that need to be honored.

Much gratitude was given in the midst of a successful roller coaster event at the 2022 Currahee Military Weekend.

Questions discussed: What makes a good story? How do you find a story in the midst of all the information and conversations?

There are many treasures to be gleaned from this conversation. Get ready to exercise your cheek muscles. :-)

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Jason: Brent Forrester's TV Comedy Course https://www.brentforrester.com/webinar

Robbie: Undefeated (2011) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1860355/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Christian: The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19034332/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Today we’re joined by a special guest, but first an update! The Girl Who Wore Freedom will be available on many streaming services soon, thanks to Virgil Films. We discuss E&O Insurance, and then dive into an update about The Documentary First Podcast.

Judith Pearson Official Website: https://judithlpearson.com/books/the-wolves-at-the-door/

Virginia Hall: The True Story of America's Greatest Female Spy: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/podcast/history/virginia-hall-the-true-story-of-america-s-greatest-female-spy

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Robbie: The Sparks Brothers (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8610436/

Jason’s: The Rescue (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9098872

Christian: Count me In (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6889042

Today we discuss "The Bear" and "Kobra Kai", then jump into discussing the current state of Christian’s next project: funding and budgets!

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Josh’s: Hands on a Hardbody: The Documentary (1997) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116481/

Jason’s: Obi Wan Kenobi: A Jedi’s Return (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21860836/

Christian’s: Lucy and Desi (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12971802/

Christian has some exciting updates about the Carentan sizzle reel and The Brave Dutch! Also, she recently had a wonderful time zooming in alongside Michèle Phoenix at a screening held at Documentary First's long-time friend, Laura Priebe's, church. If you are interested in live events, you can email [email protected].

Tickets for Currahee Military Museum, Toccoa, GA, September 29 event Adult: https://www.toccoahistory.com/storeandmemberships/the-girl-who-wore-freedom-adult-ticket-10 Student or Child: https://www.toccoahistory.com/storeandmemberships/the-girl-who-wore-freedom-student-or-child

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Christian's: Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14539744/

Staying afloat selling a movie has its own set of troubles. This week we celebrate the small wins! The Girl Who Wore Freedom is one step closer to being represented by Virgil Films. Also, new connections introduce new ways of producing income.

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Christian's: Perfect Bid: The Contestant Who Knew Too Much (2017): www.imdb.com/title/tt6854248

Josh's: Light & Magic (2022): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19896784/

Jason's: The G Word with Adam Conover (2022): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13649532/

Today we’re joined by Christian, Josh and Jason! We talk through Christian’s new distribution deal, Error and Omission Insurance and in person screenings of the film!

DocuView Déjà Vu:

Josh’s: The Staircase (2022): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11324406/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

The Staircase (2004): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0388644/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3

Christian’s: Made you Look: A True Story About Fake Art (2020): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11994750/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Jason’s: The Inside Outtakes - Bo Burnham (2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XWEVoI40sE

RRR: Rise Roar Revolt (2022)(Not a documentary): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8178634/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Christian is looking for new ways to distribute her film even as her team starts focusing on other projects. Josh wonders how much value there is in putting energy into a film that has already run its course in the film circuit.

DocuView Déjà Vu: Josh's: Empire of Dreams: The Story of the 'Star Wars' Trilogy (2004) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0416716/ Christian's: Web of Make Believe: Death, Lies and the Internet (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20602042/

Christian sits down with her sound team, Jeff Kurtenacker (Composer) and Jason Hoban (Sound Engineer), to bounce ideas around concerning the development of her next project, The Brave Dutch.

DocuView Déjà Vu: Christian's: Jane (2017) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7207238/ Jeff's: Our Father (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19704638/ Jason's: Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller (2020) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10370750

Today we’re back with Josh, Christian and Jason. We stop and remember Brad Freeman of Easy Company, and discuss what’s going on with the film now, and the highs and lows of production.

DocuView Déjà Vu: Josh’s: Val (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14731254 Christian’s: Julia (2021) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13782428 Jason’s: Chernobyl: the Lost Tapes (2022) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13913326