I do so have a crew... Part 2

I didn't know where to start this first real installment (I don't count myself). I think I will start with my friend Jason (and it was his birthday this week). He and his family were like a family to me while I lived in LA. He was the only person who had a role written specifically for him in this script. A dangerous practice I've learned in the past, but one I felt comfortable doing this time around.

ACTOR

Jason Moore



Jason Moore. While being friends with him in LA, I thought... hmm... this guy would be good on film. He is a character, but also very fierce and sincere. I challenge anyone to spend some time with him and not laugh. A lot. CHALLENGE! So, I wrote a character with him in mind. Turns out he had done some acting in the past, so my instincts were right. He graciously accepted the part and is someone who has read the whole script (a past incarnation at least).

He will be one of the few imports for the film, as I will bring him from LA to shoot. We have already gone over his dialog and hammered out what works for him. It is a large section of the script and one that has not changed much over many drafts. And for that, I am thankful.

I think his character will bring a lot of energy to the film. It should be memorable and funny. With some heavy themes and dourness (par for the course with me, it seems), the character is needed to shine some light even in an unconventional method. But even with all that other stuff, he will fit right in with the surreal tone of the film.

I'm glad to have him on board. I'm even more glad to count him as a good friend.