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Michael to work with Justin Evans again

posted 14 years ago by Runjik23
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Michael has agreed to star in a new project with writer/director Justin Evans. The two worked together on A Lonely Place For Dying, which has seen phenomenal success on the film festival circuit, garnering many awards. Justin told me this, "Michael Wincott has agreed to star in Days Like These! He'll be playing Cyrus Duffey. Finally, I get to work with Michael for a lengthier period of time. Directing an actor of his caliber is a joy!"
I will keep you informed as this new project moves forward. Michael is just the right kind of talent to mentor people like Justin and his crew. I know they will benefit from the lessons and advice Michael will surely dole out. Plus, more than a few laughs. He's not all serious, you know.

Laura, webmistress, www.michaelwincott.org

[–] leopardo_delle_nevi 14 years ago

Is it a short or a feature film? Do you know when they'll shoot?
I was also wondering what's going on with the Untitled Winter Drama project. I hope it's not dead.
Thanks for sharing.

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[–] Runjik23 14 years ago

I believe this project is a short film. They've just started, so I don't know when the filming will happen. Justin is pretty cool about sharing the process.

Regarding Michael's screenplay -- in the world of cinema, no film is ever dead. There is always hope. Many writers wait years for a bite. Michael is patient, and the work is solid, so let's just keep the hope alive for him.

Laura, webmistress, www.michaelwincott.org

[–] belladante 14 years ago

You said the work is solid, so you have actually read the screenplay? I heard just recently that Mr. Wincott is as discerning in regard to his screenplay as he is about his acting roles. I think it would have to be made by someone who holds the art in highest regard over the proverbial dollar.

[–] Runjik23 14 years ago

Well Bella, I am terribly disappointed to say that I haven't had the chance to read the screenplay. [Just the fansite girl, after all, and not a close friend.] However, knowing Michael's general opinions on quality storytelling, it should be very good solid work. Why would he waste time on it if it wasn't up to his standards? Yes, money talks too much in that 7th level of hell they call Hollywood. For all my friends in "the business" I hold out hope that there are still producers interested in the art rather than the check.

Laura, webmistress, www.michaelwincott.org

[–] Runjik23 14 years ago

Actually, I mistakenly referred to Hollywood as the 7th level of hell, when in fact it's more like the 4th, 8th, and 9th combined. Right?
Greed, Fraud, Treachery... yeah, be careful if you go there.

Laura, webmistress, www.michaelwincott.org

[–] leopardo_delle_nevi 14 years ago

I've found this old post from Justin Eugene Evans' blog:

Days Like These Begins
Wed, Dec 31 2008 04:05

THE PROJECT:
Days Like These is a short Western/Action/Comedy set during the Civil War in New Mexico.

THE TEAM:
We've already assembled the entire core team. Bryan Ross (producer), Jason Bishop (co-producer, weapons/tactical/fight choreography), Luis Robledo (actor, musician), Marisilda Garcia (actor, musician), Brent Daniels (musician), Arthur Love (camera, visual effects), Stephen Rubin (executive producer) and myself (writer, director, cinematographer).

THE MISSION:
It's quite simple really...to make an amazing short film set in the middle of a Civil War battle about two grifters still angry about last night's poker game. While a war rages around them these two professional poker players are locked into their own personal battle. We'll restage the Battle Of Glorietta Pass while adding our own fictional twist...that two hapless poker sharks got stuck in the middle of the whole damn mess.

http://www.humblemagi.com/motionpictures/alpfd/blog.php?categories=ifc

Sounds really good.
It would be even better if they decide to make a feature film out of this project.

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[–] NateWatchesCoolMovies 14 years ago

another short?!?!?! come onnnnn!!

"Animals are beasts, but Men are Monsters..."

[–] Runjik23 14 years ago

Some of Shakespeare's sonnets are more significant and poignant than the full length plays...

Let's just be super duper happy for them and give them lots of encouragement.
I know I will.

Laura, webmistress, www.michaelwincott.org