UWOL Announcements and Discussion - Talk Amongst Yourselves!

Bob Thieda · November 17th, 2008, 09:30 AM

I like the sound of this challenge very much...excellent idea!

If things go well, I hope to have a new camera in February, so the timing is perfect.

The only thing I will miss, due to being open about our ideas, is the "surprise factor" we get with the shorts.

So count on me signing up.

That is, if you don't mind Meryem... ;)

Bob

Jim Montgomery · November 17th, 2008, 03:40 PM

Norway, Rocky Mountains, zombie movie in Yellowstone .... Yep I'm in.

Call me

Jim

Peter Damerell · November 18th, 2008, 03:38 AM

I'm not sure how valid my input for this topic will be as I cant se myself being able to get involved much but I thought I should say that I would be all for taking part in a long film if I were able to.

Making 20 min-ish films for entry to festivals seems to be the logical next step for many people involved with UWOL. I'm itching to see what some of the Norwegians come up with on this one. I wouldnt be suprised if the odd victory speach needed preparing.

perhaps in a few years I'll get a chance to join in.

Mike Beckett · November 18th, 2008, 03:53 AM

I'm sort of in the same boat, Peter.

The way I see it, a lot of people have been in UWOL since the beginning and are ready for a bigger challenge. Relative newcomers like myself find the prospect of a 20 minute film way top daunting right now, and need to spend longer cutting our teeth on the shorter films for the time being.

I won't be ready for a big film come January, but maybe the next year.

Meryem Ersoz · November 18th, 2008, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob Thieda

That is, if you don't mind Meryem... ;)

So you're saying that you're up for something that is hard and involves working with other humans? Great!

Glad to hear you chiming in, Peter, even if you can't play. We are always happy to hear from our UWOL gang, even when they can't play. And I'm sure the participants are always happy for any feedback, if you're so inclined. There are many ways to play, without signing up.

Mike, if I were you, I'd avoid phrases like "I'm sort of in the same boat as you, Peter" -- you might want to think twice before you get in a boat with that guy..."Another cup of tea, Mr. Joslin?" heh. ha. heheheh.

http://www.uwolchallenge.com/challen...ardcanitbe.mov

Bob Thieda · November 18th, 2008, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meryem Ersoz

So you're saying that you're up for something that is hard and involves working with other humans? Great!

As long as I don't have to work with them face to face... ;)

Mike Beckett · November 18th, 2008, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meryem Ersoz

Mike, if I were you, I'd avoid phrases like "I'm sort of in the same boat as you, Peter" -- you might want to think twice before you get in a boat with that guy..."Another cup of tea, Mr. Joslin?" heh. ha. heheheh.

http://www.uwolchallenge.com/challen...ardcanitbe.mov

Blimey, I'd forogotten about that one. Was that a boat? I thought it was a bathtub!!

Dale Guthormsen · November 18th, 2008, 12:59 PM

meryem,

I think this is a grand idea. I will support it for certain. I evenhave a couple of great ideas to pursue. It is also great that you can select a topic within the uwol theme that you are fired up about!!!

there has been great stuff in the last two years but I suspect this will bring out even better work across the board!!!

Also: I think having Uwol shorts 4 times a year is a good idea.

I was hoping to not have to film in January this year!!!! the -25 to -40 stuff is just plain raw!!! And what to film at that time is always a difficult call.

Meryem, my entusiasm was waining a bit to be sure after 2 years, but this has my motor revving up for the challenge!!!

dale

Dale Guthormsen · November 18th, 2008, 01:09 PM

Meryem,

The 1 year time frame is perfect, it allows one to do things that change throughout the year. for those that do not require it it gives a lot more latitude when you shoot, great for shooting outside!!!

Geir Inge · November 18th, 2008, 05:26 PM

great idea meryem, like it very much
don't know if i got time because i am a "schoolboy" - how i like that word :)
i do have a plan though for a 20 min story if it so happens i'll join in again :)

geir inge

Meryem Ersoz · November 18th, 2008, 05:39 PM

Well, that seals it for me. If we can suck Geir back into UWOL just by throwing a long-form party, then I'm sold! When do we start??

Just kidding. I'm still pondering, so keep the suggestions coming.

Peter Damerell · November 19th, 2008, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Beckett

Blimey, I'd forogotten about that one. Was that a boat? I thought it was a bathtub!!

It was originally a boat....I'm not sure exactly what you could describe it as now....kindling perhaps.

I was hoping to get involved in this Decembers contest (Nick and I had a plan for suitably high tempo and exciting international whirlwind piece to celebrate the end of 2008) but it will have to wait for another time.
Till then I welcome the opportunity to play without playing.

Mick Jenner · November 21st, 2008, 02:13 AM

Hi all,

Well done Meryem, I like the changes. Although I have been around since the start of the the UWOL forum, I have been unable to enter the competition because of the limited editing time I have for 9 months of the year. With the new 4 and one long comp plus a small lifestyle change for myself I will now have a chance to enter.

Mick

M & PP Wildlife Video & Travel - Homepage

Mihali Moore · November 21st, 2008, 04:04 AM

I will definitely keep up with the short films and am very interested in the longer format. I feel it's quite a big step up and it will be much more of a challenge. But, hey that's what it's all about.

Bob Safay · November 22nd, 2008, 01:59 PM

Meryem, I like the idea of 4 short and one long. Like Per I would also like to see the time lenthened. I travel a lot so sometimes getting time home to video and edit can be touch and go. Bob

November 17th, 2008, 09:30 AM	#31
Bob Thieda Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Carol Stream, IL Posts: 541	I like the sound of this challenge very much...excellent idea! If things go well, I hope to have a new camera in February, so the timing is perfect. The only thing I will miss, due to being open about our ideas, is the "surprise factor" we get with the shorts. So count on me signing up. That is, if you don't mind Meryem... ;) Bob __________________ Bob T.

November 17th, 2008, 03:40 PM	#32
Jim Montgomery Major Player Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Vero Beach Posts: 392	Norway, Rocky Mountains, zombie movie in Yellowstone .... Yep I'm in. Call me Jim __________________ http://www.billfishadventures.com \| http://www.sfgmedia.com \| http://vimeo.com/2015915

November 18th, 2008, 03:53 AM	#34
Mike Beckett Trustee Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Antrim, Northern Ireland Posts: 1,569	I'm sort of in the same boat, Peter. The way I see it, a lot of people have been in UWOL since the beginning and are ready for a bigger challenge. Relative newcomers like myself find the prospect of a 20 minute film way top daunting right now, and need to spend longer cutting our teeth on the shorter films for the time being. I won't be ready for a big film come January, but maybe the next year. __________________ Irish Railway Videos on Youtube

November 18th, 2008, 12:59 PM	#38
Dale Guthormsen Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 3,048	meryem, I think this is a grand idea. I will support it for certain. I evenhave a couple of great ideas to pursue. It is also great that you can select a topic within the uwol theme that you are fired up about!!! there has been great stuff in the last two years but I suspect this will bring out even better work across the board!!! Also: I think having Uwol shorts 4 times a year is a good idea. I was hoping to not have to film in January this year!!!! the -25 to -40 stuff is just plain raw!!! And what to film at that time is always a difficult call. Meryem, my entusiasm was waining a bit to be sure after 2 years, but this has my motor revving up for the challenge!!! dale __________________ DATS ALL FOLKS Dale W. Guthormsen

November 18th, 2008, 01:09 PM	#39
Dale Guthormsen Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 3,048	Time Frame Meryem, The 1 year time frame is perfect, it allows one to do things that change throughout the year. for those that do not require it it gives a lot more latitude when you shoot, great for shooting outside!!! __________________ DATS ALL FOLKS Dale W. Guthormsen

November 18th, 2008, 03:38 AM	#33
Peter Damerell Regular Crew Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Truro, Cornwall, UK Posts: 51	I'm not sure how valid my input for this topic will be as I cant se myself being able to get involved much but I thought I should say that I would be all for taking part in a long film if I were able to. Making 20 min-ish films for entry to festivals seems to be the logical next step for many people involved with UWOL. I'm itching to see what some of the Norwegians come up with on this one. I wouldnt be suprised if the odd victory speach needed preparing. perhaps in a few years I'll get a chance to join in.

November 18th, 2008, 05:26 PM	#40
Geir Inge Trustee Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Larsnes, Norway Posts: 1,343	great idea meryem, like it very much don't know if i got time because i am a "schoolboy" - how i like that word :) i do have a plan though for a 20 min story if it so happens i'll join in again :) geir inge __________________ Geir Inge B. Brekke Visit me at: https://vimeo.com/gibbfilm

November 18th, 2008, 05:39 PM	#41
Meryem Ersoz Wrangler Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 3,015	Well, that seals it for me. If we can suck Geir back into UWOL just by throwing a long-form party, then I'm sold! When do we start?? Just kidding. I'm still pondering, so keep the suggestions coming.

November 21st, 2008, 02:13 AM	#43
Mick Jenner Major Player Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: West Sussex England Posts: 843	Hi all, Well done Meryem, I like the changes. Although I have been around since the start of the the UWOL forum, I have been unable to enter the competition because of the limited editing time I have for 9 months of the year. With the new 4 and one long comp plus a small lifestyle change for myself I will now have a chance to enter. Mick M & PP Wildlife Video & Travel - Homepage

November 21st, 2008, 04:04 AM	#44
Mihali Moore Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bristol Posts: 92	I will definitely keep up with the short films and am very interested in the longer format. I feel it's quite a big step up and it will be much more of a challenge. But, hey that's what it's all about.

November 22nd, 2008, 01:59 PM	#45
Bob Safay Trustee Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,558	Meryem, I like the idea of 4 short and one long. Like Per I would also like to see the time lenthened. I travel a lot so sometimes getting time home to video and edit can be touch and go. Bob