The Spotted Devil Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Last year, my Em was cast in a short film and I've just seen the final cut. Of course, I was delighted that her scene opened the movie but was surprised and impressed with the creativity of the director/producer Nick Barber. It's a sweet story about the relationship a family has with their pets. Em plays the role of Nick's beloved spaniel on his last trip to the veterinary clinic. A scene of me playing with Em in between takes is also included but it's really natural so it didn't freak me out too much :laugh: Em nailed just about every take and I was delighted with her - it was quite an overwhelming setting for a dog used to doing a lot of distance training! Special mention must go to the actor who played Nick, Zak Marrinan, who took the time to get to know Em and was happy to back chain a few moves with her prior to filming - his extra effort made everything go more smoothly. I can't share a link to the film as public screenings would make it ineligible for Nick to enter it in film festivals. However I can link to the Facebook site: http://www.facebook.com/CharlieTheFilm?ref=ts&fref=ts These photos are from Em's shoot: And here are some lovely stills of Em doing her very best "sad" face: Keep an eye out for screenings and feel free to like the Facebook site :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karrine Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 oooh you must be so proud!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megan_ Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Miss Em. Retriever. Agility Dog. Actor. She has it all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudlark Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 How brilliant! She looks like an accomplished star in those stills :) And gorgeous to boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Congratulations! Bit confronting having your dog act in a Rainbow Bridge segment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyStar Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 How great! I'll keep an eye out for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyBlue Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 That's awesome, I can't wait to see it...Fantastic work Em. Gonna have to get her autograph now :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiesha09 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 WOW TSD I got teary just looking at the pics :laugh: But WOW what a superstar Em is - she looks like an absolute natural in those pics. What a very clever girl I'm so proud of her so no doubt your just about bursting with pride. Well done EM!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.mister Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 That's awesome! I'll be sure to keep an eye out when it starts screening. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 You have every reason to be proud of Em. Looks lovely ... & playing her part brilliantly in the still shots. Now that's talent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentchild Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Well done Em!! Superstar in the making. You are right to be proud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 I knew dog people would understand Thanks everyone :) Of course I'm dreadfully biased but she really is a darling little thing. I just hope this new found stardom doesn't go to her head! It's tough enough having Zig being Josh Thomas' new best friend :D Can you imagine the state of the red carpet by the time they've finished with it - oh the mud and the hair :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 DD - regarding the Rainbow Bridge scene, it was actually fine (to my surprise) because I was so busy concentrating on Em that it really didn't dawn on me. That scene was shot in a vet clinic so space was tight! I was flattened up against a wall trying to keep out of the way but in the best position to give her visual cues and look in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 It must have been such a fascinating experience not just seeing a movie being shot, but also actually participating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griff Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Excellent ! You are allowed to be Proud as punch :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted March 2, 2013 Author Share Posted March 2, 2013 Thanks griff :D DD - yes, that's a rather fun part! The trick is, though, to focus 100% on the dog - in the right place, doing the right thing, looking the right way, reward the right behaviour (makes the next 10 takes easier :laugh:) and keep them cool and relaxed under the hot lights and around lots of unfamiliar people/dogs. This is a "making of" video of the shoot Ziggy did with Josh Thomas that you might enjoy. It always amazes me the "vision" the director/designer/photographer has....feels nothing like that on the day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cazstaff Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Congratulations Em and Spotted Devil! Its fun isnt it. Rocko did a short film with Wil Colvin a few years back and it was facinating to see how much work goes into every few seconds of final film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 LOL. Some of the dogs are so relaxed. What that you there with "The Spotted Devil"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Did I hear "Zig...watch" in the background? I love Josh Thomas, I saw him with his own dog John on The Living Room on Friday night. You sure would be proud of them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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