Original -- Playmakers Productions

I have meant to put up some stuff about these kids for a while but I figured better now than never. This is a little ish from one of their concerts in Saint Louis... Who do I speak of? Playmakers. My friends started this group a while back in St. Louis and have gone through some ups and downs as any group does. But if you like their stuff, let them know, because they certainly could use some more reinforcement! You can always find them at their MySpace.

Link: New Dawn, New Day
Site: YouTube
Length: 3:16

Original -- The Wayne Janus

Wayne Janus Relaxing (2007)

Oh My. Wayne Janus has arrived. This is a short film in the life of Wayne Janus. It is best categorized as experimental. Also shot on 16mm, I had the pleasure of recreating this character that my good friend Brian Steinhauser created while at work one day. Janus (or J'anus in French) was born in Cooter, Missouri and is a pleasent but often misunderstood man. Along with his three amigos (Jay Northwood, Robert Lewis and Smush Parker) he has set out to attack all balloon knots on earth (male and female). In this film, we get our first glimpse at Janus in his early years (the 80's)...

Link: Wayne Janus
Site: YouTube
Length: 2:45

I hope you enjoy this film. Remember that many of the things Janus thinks are not neccessarily my own ideas. But I do respect him as a beautiful and wonderful human being. Find out more at: http://www.myspace.com/thewaynejanus

Original -- Money & Sperm

This is a great little creation from Sarah Goldzer, a great friend at BU. Magical Sara and I also worked on this (Sara editing, James sound). Don't get caught up on the content because it is a super rough cut... but get caught up on all the sperm!

Link: Money & Sperm
Site: YouTube
Length: 2:36

Don't neglect the awesome song about Sperm... in Georgia. Sarah Goldzer, you rock! Check out some more stuff on her YouTube site.

Original -- Beer, Bowling & Bitches!

Miss Magical Sara doesn't really want me to post this short she made but I LOVE IT so here it is...

Link: Beer, Bowling & Bitches
Site: YouTube
Length: 3:58

Let me know what you think. That's her little bro in there. Luke is the man.

Film Review -- Beowulf (PG-13)

Directed by Robert Zemeckis
ImageMovers
Released November 16, 2007

Holy hell. This movie was straight up ridiculous. I must admit that I was the biggest skeptic of them all going into this film and if you are like me, and you saw The Polar Express and thought it was some bull, get over it and see Beowulf.

From the get go, it was hard to believe the animation in this film. Granted I saw it on the new Digital 3-D that is at nearly all new large movie theaters, I still believe that the 35mm version would also be great. The animation was just stellar. ImageMovers have taken film animation to a new level. The drops of blood, fire and facial features were honestly more clear than real life. It was beautiful.

The story is of one, great man -- Beowulf (Ray Winstone). I believe every kid is forced to read this epic poem at some point in their lives but skip that nonsense and just see the bet action movie of 2007. Yes I said it. Transformers take a back seat (a VERY close back seat).

I honestly will leave it at that because I have no interest in giving away any plot detail. But film buffs do not fret, this action movie follows a fantastic three act story structure and is filled with planned payoffs, character development and the likes. Robert Zemeckis has made a gem.

P.S. Get ready for near nudity with Grendel's Mother (Angelina Jolie) and a big part for that guy with the red hair from Braveheart (Brendan Gleeson). He is the man.

3.5 out of 4

Original -- Hello New World!

Holla Bitchesssssss! Just getting my feet wet here on James' blog. He is the man, mang. Check this film I was in! Woot Woot Griffin Nash!

Link: Blind Date
Site: YouTube
Length: 4:24

Just wanted to say Holla. Keep in touch!
*Magical Sara*

Site Update -- Welcome Back Special!

Sorry it has been so damn long, I am back in the hizzouse! I also got some new content coming from my special lady friend, Sara Armour. She wants to please you with her movie reviews and films. She is a great actress and director and just a great person. I think you will enjoy her reviews. Look out for her soon!

For now, check this new film I made on 16mm. I will get back to writing reviews in December and in the New Year! Look out!

Link: Fight of the Bumble Bee

Site: YouTube
Length: 2:00

Keep on Keepin' on!

James
Founder GoodenoughFilms