Uh-Glee
Posted on September 21, 2011 by James RileyThe ‘Glee’ Phenomenon and Courage I approach Glee knowing it’s a perilous road. The show attracts a loyal following, and I know you can get sent to the gallows for trashing peoples’ icons, but I’m trying to carve out a niche for Courage, and I suppose I’m curious to know what you all […]Continue Reading »
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The ‘History’ Channel
Posted on September 20, 2011 by James RileyThis came as no great shock to me, but our producer, Jonathan Wilson, just got off the phone with a production vice president at the History Channel, and the conversation went something like this: Wilson: “So when are you going to make ‘Courage’ part of your lineup?” ‘History:’ “Well, we don’t really do drama. We […]Continue Reading »
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The Sons of Liberty Trailer
Posted on September 13, 2011 by James RileySo we showed Colony Bay members a bit of this the other day, but we color-corrected and added Rotem Moav’s score to the version above, and I have to say, well, what other people have been telling me — that it’s goose-bump and chill-down-the neck stuff. It’s also been the subject of no small amount […]Continue Reading »
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Audience Building (Again)
Posted on September 3, 2011 by James RileyI’ve pondered this outloud on a few occasions (here, here, here and here) for our loyal followers, and my own benefit, but the task ahead of us at Colony Bay will be toContinue Reading »
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Episode 2 — Wrapped
Posted on September 2, 2011 by James RileyWell, episode #2 is now formally wrapped and in the can. We were able to finish the scenes taking place in the governor’s house all in one day, within the home of a very gracious host. We have high praise for our art department and wardrobe folks. Our historic costumer stayed up sewing […]Continue Reading »
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The Earl of Halifax & John Stavers (Day 10)
Posted on August 29, 2011 by James RileyA few frame-grabs from Saturday’s shoot with National Radio Talk show host Mike Gallagher playing the part of John Stavers, innkeeper of the Earl of Halifax tavern. We also are beginning to introduce animals in this episode (sheep, horses) and we’re doing it in measured numbers until we can manage a herd. This guy […]Continue Reading »
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A Promo Between Setups
Posted on August 27, 2011 by James RileySometimes the light is just right and you’ve got funny guys like Daved Wilkins and Pat Finnerty around, so you just have them do a quick promo. Sorry. Apologies. Didn’t mean to hold up the shoot. You can watch it here. Bramley and Stokes Couldn’t, But You Can! Continue Reading »
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Courage, New Hampshire — Video on Demand
Posted on August 25, 2011 by James RileyWell, I have some tough roles to play today — literally. I have to be Silas Rhodes, 18th century justice of the peace, in at least 3 scenes, so I don’t have much time to blog, but I do want you to know you can now watch “Courage” on your computer screen. Tell your […]Continue Reading »
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More Stills from Episode 2
Posted on August 24, 2011 by James RileyPosted in Production | Tagged Courage Episode 1 New Hampshire Streaming Video on Demand VOD | Leave a comment