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News and Notes are a day behind due to the Labor Day festivities. Forgive me? Yes? Are we friends again? Good. Things are in a bit of flux at Walk Softly Films, so I'll do my best to give updates.
The most pressing issue right now is the purchase of a new computer to edit on. It has to be done, so now the questions are 1) exactly which computer should we buy (laptop or desktop) and 2) how do we pay for it? Space Cops 4 is begging to be released to the masses, so we'll likely have to make a purchase without funds on hand (thank goodness for no-interest deals at Best Buy). I had a chance to discuss this briefly with Todd and Allen separately over the weekend and there are a number of fundraising options on the table. Unfortunately we don't have the viewership it would take to crowdfund at this point and times are tough for donations. A Scott, Allen, Todd bikini carwash is not out of the question at this point. I am also considering offering our award-winning services to produce a blow-the-doors-off crazy commercial for someone in exchange for a premium donation (this one isn't a joke). More on that later.
I want to take a moment to send prayers out for Michael Clarke Duncan's loved ones. America's favorite giant passed away yesterday. The official statement said he suffered a myocardial infarction on July 13 and never fully recovered. The guy worked his way up from the South Side of Chicago. Before becoming an actor in his 30's, he held jobs as a body guard and even digging ditches. His success is something to be admired, but his reputation and the respect he built in an often jaded Hollywood with his sweet spirit is even more impressive. By all accounts, "Big Mike" was a Christian and there could be no better way to share his faith than the way he loved and served the people around him. Enjoy the rewards, MCD.
The next VHessay is still on the way so keep an eye out for it this week and tomorrow is Indie Wednesday where we salute our favorite fellow indie filmmakers. Oh, and I'm starting to feel like a website/blog redesign is in order (when I can find the time to do it).
Questions or comments? Just leave it in the comments. We'd be happy to have feedback at any time. And be sure to follow the new Walk Softly Films Twitter account if you aren't already.