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Lunatique · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 2:07 am

Just wanted to share this good news with my sijun/eatpoo family:

Some of you know that I've been working on a CG short film, and I've been working towards becoming a director in my career path. I'm happy to say that after 12 years working in various creative jobs, I've finally gotten on the right track.

Last week, I said yes to Steven Stahlberg's invitation and flew to Optidigit in Malaysia with my wife to pay a visit. After a few meetings, I said yes to a job offer, and my short film "Promise" will now be an inhouse production at Optidigit, with me at the helm as writer/director/art director.

I've always been a firm believer in that if you are passionate and never give up, your dreams will come true. I'm glad I never gave up. For all the people that have encouraged me, given me feedback on the screenplay, or just have been a good pal--thanks for everything.

Gort · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 3:19 am

That is tremendous news!! My sincerest congratulations to you!! You speak very wisely concerning the pursuit of endeavors (I too went through the very same situtation many years ago and realized I had to do what is was to make things happen). There isn't anything that one cannot accomplish without endearing motivation and passion; the only real impedement to one's accomplishments is one's self. It's "not about the bike"!

May you be prosperous and serve as a shining example to others!!

Hip hip hooray! You da man!
Very Happy

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francmidi · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 4:12 am

Great news - congratulations!
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gLitterbug · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 8:29 am

Great news Luna! I knew you gonna make it. I hope you don�t forget about me when you got the O.... Wink

[666]Flat · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 8:37 am

I told ya, it's gonna be big! Big, bay-bee! Yay! Keep it straight-ballin', yo!
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merlyns · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 8:39 am

Congratulations, deserved this. I wish you alot of luck with this new job!

-david
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Awetopsy · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 11:13 am

So now am I gonna haveta pay to see your short film? Wink

just kidding!! I cant wait to see it.

And congrats man!!

Impaler · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 12:44 pm

Now comes the delicate task of casting, which I found to be to the toughest part when it came to making my short film.

You have no idea how many people will say no to "hey, wanna make a movie in my van?"

Your situation might be slightly different, though.

Congratulations, etc. Very Happy

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Spooky · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 1:01 pm

Hey! That's fantastic news! I too am working my way toward directing, but I like to have my hand in so many other cookie jars, that I get somewhat sidetracked -- albeit related work. But I never forget where I want to end up. A good friend and I have a documentary proposal and book proposal in right now that we're waiting word on, so hopefully that will continue my progression as well.

It's very important, as you said, that we pursue our dreams no matter what obstacles come in our way. Right now, I'm striving to catch up with the bills and bring in more work, but I know a lot of big name directors/writers/artists have had the same struggle. I can totally sympathize with you on your journey and share in the excitement with your achievement.

It's also important to make a decision rather than waffle on things and never take that step that will lead you to the destination. You've done that. Congrats again!
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egerie · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 2:28 pm

Hey Lunatique that's great ! It's great to see people strive and make their dream happend like this. Keep us posted on that !

(Steven is in Malaysia ? Damn.. I been out of the loop too long)
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STEVEN SPIELBERG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!???????? F*******************************CK YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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elam · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 7:00 pm

YOU MUST KILL THE PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA!!!!!!
heh, anyone see Zoolander?

Congrats man. Although, reading the AndroidBlues press release, I'm thinking your not actually going to own your movie. Is that right?

Your a true global traveler. Good Luck.

Lunatique · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 8:59 pm

Thanks!

Nope, I will own my film, but there will be some form of compromise and we're going to have o work out the details. There will probably be other stories of mine that ends up getting produced--and most likely with me as director too(TV series, feature films), so there will always be that compromise of ownership vs. control. It's always been like that for filmmakers, no?

Casting--heheh, we'll see about that. I'm sure I can get more than enough nublie hotties into my van. . .. LOL!

Pat · Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2003 9:19 pm

Wow, this is a fantastic development. I'm expecting GREAT things for you, mister! Wink

-Pat

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Well if you need someone for a role of dirty bum / drunk Russian assassin, you know where to look :-9

[666]Flat · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2003 2:17 pm

I look secksy in underwear only too
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omg! you'll never get a role in Lunatique's movie, Flat. Unless he becomes a pr0n movie director.

[666]Flat · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2003 2:18 pm

WTF WE AIN'T TALKING ABOUT pR0N?! Whose screenplay did I read then?
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Lunatique · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2003 6:35 pm

All porn actors/actresses report to my office, NOW.

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Porn actrasses hehe.

henrik · Posted: Mon Sep 08, 2003 10:19 am

"If you sleep with me, I'll give you a part in my new animated movie" - always works.

Congrats to you. Go get it!
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Godwin · Posted: Tue Sep 09, 2003 9:32 pm

congratulations on finding the job you love

and i never knew steven was in malaysia?
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Frost · Posted: Thu Sep 11, 2003 11:10 am

Damn Luna, that's great! Congrats! Isn't Steven Stalhberg around these parts?

CwStone · Posted: Thu Sep 11, 2003 6:37 pm

Good job, luna. be sure to tell us the name of ur film so we can all see it Wink

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Lunatique · Posted: Thu Sep 11, 2003 8:05 pm

Godwin/Frost-- Yep, he's been there for a year now. His company, Optidigit, is located there--and that's why I'm going--he asked me to go work with him.

CwStone-- You can find out all about it here: http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=47381