June 6, 2006

Well, the 'Timothy A Perdue: Filmmaker' website is up (thanks, Ryan), the movie is being edited (thanks, Me), and life is clipping along (thanks, the cosmos).
We will be adding video teasers and visual goodies to the site in fairly short order; so be sure to check
back regularly. I would like to take the opportunity to publicly thank all of the actors who did such an
awesome job on the project. It was a pleasure working with all of you! Tell all of your friends too! Be warned - 'Timothy A Perdue' is coming (to a video discount bin near you)! Good Luck and check back
regularly! Jamie

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June 6, 2006

Yeah what Jamie said... PLUS

I think we should set up a fan club for one of us!
WHO do you think should have one!

Please send us and email to info@shot2shit.com to let us know.. BUT know this.. I will love ALL of you the same....... well most of you.

xoxo!

Ryan

(NOTE: Not one reply came in regarding a FAN CLUB for either Jamie or Ryan, which just goes to show that nobody reads this stuff! Why do we even try?? Because we care - even if the Millions of S#!T Bucket fans don't!)

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Monday, October 16

Jamie writes: Finally, an update to the Movie! Well, It has been months since the last update - due to the fact that the Web designer, Ryan Madden left the country and contracted a severe case of Malaria. As you can well imagine, he has gone through a difficult time, but ever the optimist - he is moving forward (despite the colostomy bag).

Ryan writes: DO DOOO DOO GAAA - my pants went brown.

Jamie Writes: That's right Ryan, your pants went brown - now let the nice nurse clean you up and ready you for the lobotomy.

Ryan Writes: Ladodem-who?

Jamie Writes: Ryan, it's for your own good. The nurse is just going to remove a large portion of your brain

Ryan writes: okay..

Oh yeah, the movie editing is progressing nicely - Jamie

(NOTE: Ryan's lobotomy was a complete success, only the frontal lobe was removed (as well at the rest of the brain). He is recovering nicely. Everyone be sure to email him a get well note - but it MUST be in rhyme; We'll post them here so check back to see what things people are saying about the recently lobotomized Ryan Madden. The person with the best response wins Ryan's brain!)

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Monday, October 30, 2006

Hey all! Tomorrow is a special day - that's right, the day when everyone celebrates the 80th anniversary of the death of Harry Houdini (oh, and Halloween). I hope that everyone enjoys the holiday - but be sure to remember the 'reason for the season'. To scare old people and make little children cry - which brings me to the movie news...
'Timothy A Perdue: Filmmaker' is getting closer and closer to being finished. The editing process has been 'Endless' (as Jonathan Byers - the actor that played Timothy Perdue - so aptly described it in a recent threatening email to me). But soon, the movie will be frightening senior citizens and traumatizing impressionable youth in a way that only a mocumentary about making a Zombie Porn could do. Stay tuned my pretties - More to come.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2006

Hey everyone! Well only 430 more days until Christmas, 2008. I hope that everyone had a good Halloween. The website is getting updated frequently, so be sure to check it out often. Editing is getting closer and closer to completion - YAY! No exact date yet because there is a lot of tweaking, but we are hoping it will be done in time for Christmas (We don't know yet Christmas of what year), but we feel 'Timothy A Perdue: Filmmaker' would be a fantastic gift to people of any and all ages (over 18).
Jamie

We recieved a note from the lovely Casey Austin, who played the Bar Waitress in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker':

Casey Austin says: Ryan and Jamie were total assholes(Just kidding). Keep slapping ass! xo Casey

Thanks Casey! Casey had to get her ass slapped in the Movie by Bob Hunt... she got her revenge though! I think Clark's face is still stinging - OUCH! (see the picture by clicking on Casey's Picture on the Cast page)

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And hey - guess who else is chiming in? It's our favorite on-screen Cue card Girl! Vanessa Gibeau!

Vanessa Gibeau Writes: Shooting this movie was awesome, best craft service table I've ever been near. and meeting ron jeremy was quite the experience, i will never be able to scrub my lips clean... so much vagina. it was fun being around so many laughs, and being encouraged to make that many more myself. I sincerely hope that i get the chance to work with this cast and crew again as soon as possible, I'm hungry...
I recently finished a very short run of "desperate fishwives" at the shadbolt, where i played "francine". I got semi naked a couple of times, AND YOU ALL MISSED IT! muhahahahaha. there are hopes that it will be picked up by a larger theatre company and re-staged in the future.

Thanks for the note Vanessa! Next time tell us when you're getting semi-naked on stage!!

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Exciting news for the News Reporter From 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'! He's moving to France. We wish Javier all the best. Read what Javier Villarreal Fernandez had to say about his experience acting in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'!

Javier writes: I had a great time doing ‘TAP:F’ when I went for the audition, I actually went in for the part of Lance, but then I got the call telling me about the character of Juan…and I loved it. While shooting, it was a fun experience to be able to have so much freedom. And Jamie and Ryan really know what the sense of the word play is. It was a really great experience and had a blast being able to play like we did.

Thanks for sending this Javier! Good Luck in France and be sure to keep in touch!

It should be clarified. It's not that Jamie and Ryan really know what the sense of the word play is - it's just that they don't know what work is...
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Finally back from a trip to New Zealand where he was herding sheep and trying to forget the whole 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' experience, zi sent us this note (along with a restraining order).

zi paris writes: in retrospect, 'timothy a. perdue: filmmaker' was a disaster. you hope for the best, you open yourself emotionally, energetically, sexually, even intellectually, and it just ends up hurting. plus, the food was bad.

Thanks for the note and the restraining order zi. See you soon (from no closer than 50 yards away, of course).
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Hey all you millions of S#!T Bucket junkies! It's November 2, 2006; Man where does the time go?? It seems like it was just yesterday I was updating the website and editing the movie and eating potato milk custard - oh wait - that WAS yesterday. Well, another day of editing (it's getting closer to being finished people!), but first - I wanted to post another few notes sent to us from the cast of 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' - Enjoy!
Jamie

Hey, here's a note that was sent to us by the ever busy Kristal Yee, who played the News Anchor Person in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'.

Kristal writes: There's something to be said for Indies - you learn to take what you can get, and go with it! The good thing about that, though, is you know you are well trained and a professional, so to speak, when things get changed or lines (oh lord, the amount of lines!) get added, and you say okay, take a moment, and make it wonderful! When thing change, though, it also means that the director(s) see something new that could be done to make a shot look better than it originally was - and since one should always strive for the best, I think it's great that Ryan and Jamie were throwing things at me to try, and gosh darn if I didn't tackle them!! (The improv'd bits, not the guys.) It's been a while since filming...what do I remember? Laughing a LOT (about what though, is a mystery. I'm sure there's footage of weird stuff somewhere! Go team random! Oooh....bloopers?!), and R&J asking if I wanted to go for dinner after, cause there was no craft service (But that's why I DO film, for crafty!!!), then realising that it was some holiday or other, and nothing was open. I went home. I also remember having to wear Ryan's brother's girlfriends shirt - if I'd worn the green, I'd have just been a talking head - which, really, would have been pretty cool! ...er...they asked me for a short blog entry, not an epic novel, so I shall cut off here. Keep checking here, and when the movie finally comes out, you can visit www.kristalgrace.com and leave me comments about how wonderful you thought I was! Until then...

Thanks Kristal - although the real reason we weren't able to take you out for the 'craft dinner' was because you had an 'Easter family get-together' that you couldn't miss (unless that was just an excuse to not have to hang out with two creepy Indie Filmmakers - which would make total sense and would go to show that you have a very good judge of character). It's alright - you didn't miss much; the after shoot meal was basically 5 hours of Jamie and Ryan walking aimlessly around trying to find a Restaurant that had vegan food for Jamie. The walk was made less boring for Jamie in that he made a game out of trying to walk in time to Ryan's Growling stomach hunger pang noises.

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We also recieved this note from TJ Dark himself - the incomparable DAMON CALDERWOOD!!

Damon writes: It was a lot of fun making the film for me. I spent a lot of time near the food table, so I was never hungry...and boy, those Alien masks were freakin' hot! Ryan and I had a great time doing our crazy improv, and Jamie was great about filming it all. I also had a blast doing our bad magic act on Granville Island--the best part was when we attracted an audience--a couple of kids, one of whom was about 15 years old but mentally handicapped. He actually loved our pitiful act. Some fun networking on the film because the cast was so big. Perry James in going to be in a film with me, and Jamie is going to be our Director of Photography. Hopefully I'll be able to do some more film work with the rest of the gang at one point or another. I can't wait to see the final edit!

Thanks for sending this Damon - still complainin' about those damn Alien Masks (what a Prima Donna!). Just Kidding Damon - like he mentioned, I (Jamie) am going to be working on a project with him in a couple of days (a Comedy Short called "Auditions from Hell"), so I'd better be careful what I say here seeing as I won't be able to tell him what to do at that shoot.. I'm guessing he is plotting his revenge for that Alien Mask as we speak...
Also - I should mention that Damon is a brilliant Photographer. He took a lot of the pictures you see on this site. Keep him in mind for any and all of your photgraphy needs!

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Hey all! It's 2 am on Saturday, November 4 - I just want to wish everyone a belated Birthday and pass on this note sent in by the P.A. from 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker', Shyloe Bryant!

Shyloe writes: I had an awesome time filming Timothy A Purdue Filmmaker! I met some good humored creative people who showed me that the guidelines that a filmmaker must work within really are non existent. I'm confident that the Great Creators (Jamie & Ryan) with go far with their obscure thinking and unorthodox methods and I hope that I'm considered to participate in any future projects.... You guys both know I'm willing to do anything..... Willing to put my reputation in your hands once more.... better scoop me up before I cost too much...

Thanks for the note Shyloe - We would love to work with you again (heck, anyone who calls us the 'Great Creators' with 'obscure thinking' and 'unorthodox methods' is tops in our books - take note all you future bloggers).
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Hey all - it's Tuesday, November 7. Only 12 more days until you will all exactly 1 month late to wish me a Happy 30th Birthday. Still time to get those belated presents in the mail! 30 years - man I kind believe it; that's how long it seems it has taken to get to this stage in the editing game.. Oh well, it is getting closer folks. I have decided to continue to devote all of my time to the movie to get it finished very soon (or die trying - even if it kills me - well, maybe I won't try that hard). I just worked on a short movie project with Damon Calderwood - a brilliant actor that was TJ Dark in our movie. During that shoot, I saw another great Actor, Perry James (Perry from our Movie) get slapped across the face really hard - he didn't even flinch; what a trooper. My next project for shooting is going to be with Perry - it will be a very funny short film about a very novel Comedy Act (I won't give it away though - stay posted!). Take care until next time - all you millions of S#!T Bucket Fans!
JAMIE
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Hey all of you S#!T Bucket fan! here's a blog entry from Jamie's dad!
The following blog entry is from one of the greatest Actors of all time (heck, he had to act happy when I was born - just kidding; he was miserable when I was born.. When I was born, the doctor held me upside down and slapped my parents (rim shot drum beat). Anyways, I was honored and delighted when my dad agreed to be in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'. I'm sure you will all agree when you see his acting chops tested to the limit in the movie! Jamie

James Lionel Swettenham Writes (and very well mind you, as you may see when he finishes his book!): I was delighted when I was approached and asked if I would consider a couple of roles in Timothy A. Perdue:Filmaker. I spent countless hours braving a bloody frigid Winnipeg winter shaking my fist at Jamie while he kept changing his mind about what he wanted me to do. He would shout instructions at me, but the wind carried his voice away before it reached me standing half a block up wind from his filming location. Another time I was stomping down an icy Winnipeg sidewalk, my eyes focused on a cute girl as she strolled toward me. My fascination was shattered when Jamie laid down on the sidewalk right in front of me holding a camera and tripod as I proceded to walk right over him showing off for this cute chick. I was quickly brought back down to earth when I got smacked in the sack with the tripod. I must have grimaced or something because a knowing grin appeared on the hottie's full, lucious lips. I also spent countless hours wandering wind-swept Manitoba highways challenging gear-jammers as they barreled down on me. I finally met my match and was taken out by an 18-wheeler...all for Timothy A. Perdue's ego in the shooting of his short "Showdown". And I braved the dangers of a burned down house which lay in ruins in what had been the basement. As a fire investigator I was charged with the responsibility of locating and retreiving a vital piece of alien anatomy from the fire. In the journey of life, I've held my own on numerous occasions, but never had I ever held one this big! You'll have to check out the film to find out what I mean! In closing, as an up and coming Razzie Award nominee and recipient, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Jamie for appreciating my potential - something which had escaped me in recent years. It goes to show that once you have it you still got it unless you lost it. Cheers and all that S#!T!
Thanks dad! Great to hear from you.. after a blog entry like that; I'm sure that everyone is eager to read your novel (including me)!

P.S. - sorry again about bagging you with the tripod...
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Hey all my S#!T Bucket Peeps! It's November 11, 2006; Happy Rememberance Day - and in those fitting and immortal words of John Lennon: 'We all Live in A Yellow Submarine'... (oh, and that whole 'give peace a chance' thing too).
Hey, look who sent us a note - the ONE and ONLY (due to a screw-up on that whole cloning experiment thing) Gino Cocomello - Boomer, The Sound Guy from 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'! Check out his very funny and disturbingly real and eye-opening blog entry concerning our unorthodox directing techniques... Jamie


Gino Cocomello writes: Working with jamie and ryan was a great experience. they really know how to relay what they're looking for to their actors. this one time they tied me to a chair and locked me in the closet for eight hours. this was supposed to make my character understand the importance of sound. they also taught my character things like what a snake bite feels like, and how many watts the human body can take to his testicles. thanks for the lessons boys, you're the best.

Gino - thanks for the note; and no hard feelings about the 4000 watts to the testicles - right? The snake bite really didn't have anything to do with the movie.. Ryan and I just had a $5 bet going to see if we could talk an actor into getting bitten by a snake - thanks for being a good sport about it! (I hope that the swelling has gone down and that you are learning to cope alright with just the one finger) ... By the way, Ryan - you still owe me that five bucks! Geez -

Later folks.. BTW, editing is still going strong (or is that long?)...
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Hey all! It's 3:45 am on November 14th, 2006 and I just finished a good long editing session on 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'. I think it is funny - hopefully others will feel the sam way when I finally finish it. I was going to go to bed, but I thought I would check email first. I got several offers to enlarge a certain area of my body, a few potential good deals on Mexican-made Prozac and Valium, as well as a long awaited email from the man himself - Mr. Clark Robertson!!!! That's right - the quintessential scumbag Producer himself - Bob Hunt!! Well, he sent along his bio (which you can read by clicking on his picture on the Cast page). He also sent along the following blog entry!

Clark writes: Well where do I start...I had a blast...I was in Vancouver for a week shooting with those crazy bastards...and if I had a dollar for every time I said, "Turn off the fucking camera!" I would be rich. But as Jamie said..all the gold came from the times the camera was left on so who am I to say anything. I tried to get fired...no luck. We had a busy schedule shooting...I think we had 1 day off. Jamie made me potatoe custard...and let me tell you it was really fucking horriable...I use to love custard...now I hate even the good custard. Thanks Jamie...I'm kidding...it was really fucking horriable...hang on I have to go puke now that I thought of it. But it's not the gift...it's the thought...that's a load of shit...next time it better be a good fucking gift! There was one highlight about staying at Jamies house. There was a big titted girl living in the next building who use to change at night with the blinds open...sorry about the mess on YOUR pillow Jamie. Oddly enough it looks like potatoe custard. All in all it was a great experience to hang and work with Jamie and Ryan (Ryan touched me once but I can't talk about that...the court case is still pending.) Meeting Ron Jermey was fun...I think Ryan touched him too. Candy Cans is still in my heart...Ryan touched her too. Actually I don't think there is any one on the cast or crew that Ryan didn't touch...including himself...several times. I have to go have a shower after thinking about it again. Just to let you know Ryan...I rubbed my dick on your beer...several times. That wasn't a cat hair you were spitting out. Jamie brought me back for some pick up shots a few months later...that was a better trip as the restraining order on Ryan was in effect. I look forward to seeing the finished product. And I must admit I play a great scum bag porn agent...thanks for the lessons Ryan...they really payed off. Well that's all for now...it was a pleasure meeting a working with you all...even you Ryan.

Well - there you have it.. It was so much fun working with Clark on this project. We had a lot of laughs (even though Clark had the flu - more than likely brought on by being around too much Vegan food; or possibly from Ryan's unwelcomed touching). Clark is honestly one of the funniest guys I know (mind you, I spend most of my time curled up crying on the floor in my sparse furniture-less one bedroom apartment eating dairy free pudding; so I guess I don't know that many people).
Clark not only played Bob Hunt: Scumbag Porn Producer to perfection - he also helped with some of the directing, on-the-spot writing, set design, lighting, Camera work and a ton of Crew (seeing as we didn't actually have a crew) responsibilities. He totally took the Bob Hunt Character to a new level (one that we had never imagined or anticipated). I'm sure you will all agree when you see the movie, that we could not have gotten a better Bob Hunt! Some of the stuff he says is so... well, I don't want to give too much away - but you will laugh your asses off! A special thanks to Darlene for letting us borrow Clark for the several days that we shot with him. Clark - remember, you can stay at my place anytime - although the large breasted girl has moved away, there is still some potato custard left on my pillow for you to enjoy!
Keep you eyes peeled folks, because I have an idea that 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' will not be last we see of Bob Hunt!! Bye for now - all you S#!T Bucket Maniacs. Time for me to get a couple of hours of sleep - then back to editing...
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Hi - it's Wednesday, November 15, 2006 and there was a huge storm here in Vancouver.. I didn't know about it though - as I was hunkered down in fron of the editing computer working on 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'. I had an informal showing of some of the rough cut yesterday for some impartial friends. I got some good feedback (Thanks P & D). Work is continuing and hey - look who sent us a note: Jenette Caradonna (who played Muffy Fourth Street in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker'). Jenette played the dumb blond so well, we had to remove white-out from the computer screen! Jenette, in reality is a very smart and extremely funny actor, comic and improvisor...

Jenette writes: As for my experience with the project. I had tonnes of fun playing muffy fourth st. The genius turned porno star.LOL. The most improv I ever had to do and loved every minute of it. No right or wrong just straight laughs. The whole atmosphere was inviting it was great to be with alot of creative people. Lets not forget that Ron Jeremy grabbed my boob as if it was my hand during the photo shoot! Thats something to tell the grandparents! Thanks for letting me be apart of it!

No - thank you Jenette. I can just imagine telling the grandparents about being groped by the great Ron Jeremy... Oh, to be a fly on the wall. Thanks Jenette - and be sure to let us know when you will be performing your Stand-up gigs!

Also, here's a note from Candy Canns herself - Heidi Sallinen. Unbelievably, 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' was Heidi's first acting gig. She really came through and really brought Candy Canns to life.

Heidi writes: Working on Timothy A. Perdue was a phenomenal experience for me! After shooting a 12- hour day, I came home and my mother was amazed that I was in such a great mood. It never felt like we were working! I think this is how Tina Fey feels every day of her life..lol. The cast members were so funny and talented- I learned so much from every individual actor on set. It was my first acting experience, and I thank Jamie and Ryan for allowing me to participate in the festivities! Love you all!!!
Thanks Heidi - Tina Fey's got nothing on you.. I must agree with you about how great the cast was! Everyone brought something valuable to the project and I am constantly amazed (even after the hundreds of times I've seen the footage) at how lucky we are to have such a great group attached to the movie!

Keep the notes coming in folks! Later,
Jamie
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It's November 16 and we got an email from BRIANNA MASON!! Brianna played Monika Pikes in 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' - she is not only a terrific actress and improviser; but she is extremely funny as well!

Brianna writes: Working on TAPF was a fucking blast. I loved working with my girl Heidi. Heidi you rock!! I'll still see her in hell for poking my eye out. My favorite part was when Ron Jeremy grabbed my ass. Yes, THE Ron Jeremy Dad. He's so proud. I enjoyed the fact that I didn't have to memorize a single line. That really works for me. Blowing Bob with my eye socket was also an enjoyable moment from the film for me. Jamie and Ryan really knew exactly what they wanted and they both have an eye for brilliance on camera, which is why, if they don't want to suffer a fate similar to the dear sweet Candy Cans, they have decided that Monika Pikes is the star of the film! In all seriousness, were we really shooting a movie there guys? Come on. Love all you freaks!!!
Well, uh... be sure to check out the recently re-named 'Timothy A. Perdue', now called 'Monika Pikes: please don't hurt us'. Be sure to check Brianna out in the plays listed on the cast page beside her picture and the upcoming movie, 'Golddiggers' (which Brianna had a hand in writing). Thanks Brianna!
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Here's a note from the incredible Arlene Belcastro! When we first saw Arlene's work, we were SO impressed with her ability to change her appearance as well as her incomparable Improv skills that we gave her two parts. We probably would have given her more if we could have. Arlene was perfect in both roles that we gave her. Here's her thoughts on the whole ordeal..

Arlene Writes: When I was invited to audition for the Independent film, “Timothy A. Purdue: Filmmaker” I was somewhat nervous when I was told it would be completely ad lib, no script other than a basic story outline. Then later when Jamie and Ryan asked me if I would not only come in as Timothy’s Jewish mother, but also do a second character, that of a more elderly mother for an author during his interview, I really wondered whether or not I’d be able to make the two women different enough to pull it off. Again my assortment of wigs came to my rescue, wearing a curly, dark brown one for Timothy’s mother and a more sedate, grey wig for the other mother as looking the part is a big help So not only was I presented with the challenge of keeping a scene going and hopefully interesting enough for viewers but also had to change the characterization enough so it would look like two different people. I can only hope it worked!!! Thank you Jamie and Ryan for putting such trust in my ability and I hope this project will be a success!

Thanks for the note Arlene! You were so awesome to have on our project (thanks for bringing the wigs too)! Everyone who has seen the footage that you did as the 2 mothers has been blown away! I have seen the scenes literally hundreds of times and it still makes me laugh! We were so lucky to get Arlene as the mothers. She was completely fantastic- even though we made her miss one of her dances (sorry Arlene). Arlene has some great stories about working in the industry as well...
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Wednesday, December 13, 2006

Hey all! It's been a while since my last update to the site. I have been on the road performing puppet shows and showing people test edits of 'Timothy A. Perdue'. The feedback has been most helpful and will make these final stages of editing that much easier! Thanks to all of those that took part on the test audience screenings - your input was great! I have been getting a ton of emails about when the movie will be done - I would like to take the opportunity to reply to both of those emails right now: The editing is taking a long time - I admit, much longer than I had ever anticipated.. but you have my word as a Producer, Ventriloquist and ex-magician that it will get done as soon as humanly possible - we want to do it right. Doing it right means that by the time it is completed; it will be totally unwatchable!

Thanks again to all of your patience and feedback. Keep it coming!

Oh, and one more thing! We here at S#!T Bucket Productions would like to take the opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and all that crap - we mean that sincerely! The Gift giving season is just around the corner and the Post office will be running at a snails pace - so please remember that as you bundle up the parcels of gifts to sent to us - get them out now people!!

Bye for now - but not for good,

Jamie

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Wednesday, January 3, 2007

Hey all - let me start by saying A Happy New Year to each and everyone of you. Well, it looks like the movie is getting very close to completion for the editing stage! We are anticipating that it will be finished being cut together by the end of January, 2007!!! YAY!! After that, there is still all of the soundtrack stuff, but the fact that it will be that much closer to finished is very encouraging!!! Keep checking back to read the updates!!! Later,

Jamie
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Hey - look who sent us a note - it's Mr. Tomas from the movie! The hilarious and improvising powerhouse, Eugene Thiessen!

since our efforts together that fine spring day i have found myself occupied to a level beyond my personal choice chasing the filthy lucre that keeps voracious ferrel canines from the entryways to our domicile. it has indeed been a busy year in special effects for me, first with "rogue" then " shooter" and finally "addicted". finally, being the very succinct choice since in mid november i was offered and accepted a position working for a massive international construction company and will be based out of dubai, united arab emerates starting in the new year. my past came out to save rather than haunt me. i had worked in the realm of offshore safety and training in the mid '90's in singapore and my boss from then sought me out to once again become a team member in his endeavors. i must admit the trials i was experiencing during the making of "shooter" had taxed me to the point of telling myself that i had to seek other means and ways or my tribulations could come to an abrupt end. so i leave the world of film-making to the more hardy and focused and set my sights on the horizons once again. i wish all the best of luck in your endeavors and of course a pleasant holiday season. i trust you know i am a staunch supporter of your project and look forward with great anticipation to it's glorious debut. your pal, Eug

Thanks for the update and kind words - next time I am in Dubai; mind if I crash on your couch?
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Hey everyone - it's Jaydee! I mean Jonathan Field III. Jaydee was the very first character we shot for 'Timothy A Perdue: Filmmaker'. Unfortunately, we hadn't figured out the lighting details at that point. We couldn't find a time to re-schedule the shoot due to Jonathan's very busy schedule (he was in the Algerian desert).

Jonathan Field here, how DARE they even think of cutting me out of this film!!! I bring into this film the class and panash of Grandma and Francis Coppola!!(they were my neighbors you know, oh the good old days of elegance....) Back to the film, it would sorely miss my presence of taste and style. Where would Timothy Perdue be without Johnny?(It's NOT Johnny, it J-o-n-a-t-h-a-n) I shall take this to the Screen Actors Guild, The Academy or the most beloved group of all, Directors Institute of Contemporary Kineoscopic Societies. They shall all band together to have this film banned if I am not in it!!!! I do expect the residual cheques to start coming soon, I am running out of fine Cognac. Tah tah to all my fans Jonathan Field III
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Hey everyone - ah hell, who am I kidding?? Hi mom and dad (probably the only ones reading this)... Well, a few weeks ago, the movie hit a bit of
editing problem.. The computer that the movie was being edited on decided to be the first official critic and dumped everything - thereby losing 8 months
of editing work. It's okay though - the problem has been fixed and the movie is back on track - just a couple of months behind.. Thanks for all of your cards
and letters and keep the emails coming! Back to editing... Jamie - February 22, 2007

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Hey Everyone! Check this out - Javier (Juan Treadwell - News anchor from the movie) has sent this Photoshop from his new home in France!

Thanks Javier and all of us at the S#!T Bucket wish you the best!

Also, I got an email from Jim Swettenham's (the Showdown actor and News Firefighter) cousin Kathy from Alberta. She is the first person so say that she would buy a copy of the movie when it comes out! For that distinct honor of being the first to say she would buy a copy of the movie - she will get a FREE* copy of the movie when it gets done! Congrats to Cousin Kathy!

* DISCLAIMER: Cousin Kathy's free copy of 'Timothy A. Perdue: Filmmaker' does not does not include the $49.95 Shipping and Handling fee.