Creating Content in Houses of Worship
Veteran filmmaker Ken Wales will share insights on the impact of entertainment technology on storytelling as the keynote speaker of Createasphere’s Executive Marketplace for Houses of Worship this July.
Ken was the Executive Producer of the critically acclaimed and award-winning CBS Television series Christy. He enjoyed a long running partnership with director Blake Edwards, producing many films with him including The Great Race, Darling Lili, and The Revenge of the Pink Panther among others. Ken also produced the Emmy nominated, Golden Globe winner miniseries John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, and was associate producer for the first season of Cagney and Lacey. He spent time in the studio system at Walt Disney Pictures, where he was Vice President of Production. Ken has most recently earned acclaim for the powerful film Amazing Grace, the story of William Wilberforce’s grueling but victorious campaign to end Britain’s slave trade. Read more..
John Underkoffler, Oblong Industries, Opens the World with the Wave of a Hand
A gripping keynote at Createasphere’s Digital Asset Management Conference
When John Underkoffler presented last month’s Keynote Address at Createasphere’s Digital Asset Management Conference in Universal City, he was met with the conference equivalent of “Bravo! Encore!” from an enthusiastic audience. Underkoffler had taken attendees into the world of gestural interfaces, his viewpoint of the evolution of the personal computer, and offered insights about the profound meaning of data.
Underkoffler is the Founder and Chief Scientist for Oblong Industries, a company aiming to transform the way we work, create and collaborate. Their g-speak spatial operating environment (SOE) is a radically new platform that made its public debut in the tech-forward movie Minority Report. Read more..
LOUIS CIOFFI, ACE: DEXTER, IN THE CUT
Missing your favorite show? Check out this interview from Louis Cioffi, ACE while you wait for the new season to begin this fall.
Louis Cioffi, ACE, has found “Dexter” to be an enthralling assignment for the past 4 seasons. An award-winning editor for his work on the highly acclaimed series, Cioffi joined “Dexter” in 2007. Cioffi has worked extensively in network, cable and features and is currently working on independent film, “Hidden Moon.”
Createasphere: What was your first job in “the industry? Read more..
Going Behind the Plastic Sheeting with Director-DP Romeo Tirone
Written by Christine Purse
Shooting and directing “Dexter”.
This interview was originally published on Createasphere.com in January, 2011.
Romeo Tirone has enjoyed a stellar career as a cinematographer, and has transitioned to some very exciting directing duties on “Dexter” and “True Blood.”
Createasphere: You have been shooting high-profile television and music video projects for over a decade. What was it like to make a transition to director?
Romeo: I have always been interested in directing, and the transition from DP to Director has been almost seamless.
As a DP I have been lucky to work with so many great directors, and I apply everything I have learned from them when I direct. My experience as a DP helps me to streamline the logistics of shooting and blocking when I direct. I think it would be intimidating to walk on a set and direct without understanding the inner working of the set as a DP.
Createasphere: You worked on a number of high-profile music videos for major artists (e.g., Red Hot Chili Peppers, TuPac). How have those videos contributed to your skills and creativity?
Romeo: I started shooting music videos at a time when it was not formed into the industry that it is today. I had freedom to experiment and make mistakes without grave consequences. That freedom gave me the courage to try new things without fear. I carry that attitude still.
Createasphere: What was your first thought when you read the script and were offered “Dexter?”
Romeo: I've shot all of the episodes of “Dexter” except for seven, and I directed three of those. When I was offered the job, I wondered how is an audience going to relate to and be sympathetic to a serial killer? After seeing Michael C. Hall in the pilot I realized it all rested on him and he has done an outstanding job. He has achieved something wonderful, and has made “Dexter” a compelling character.
Createasphere: You have gotten to work with some very talented actors on “Dexter” – the regular cast is outstanding and there are world-class visiting actors like John Lithgow. Do you ever think "wow.... that's John Lithgow I am directing”?
Romeo: Every day I go to set I think WOW. I am truly a fan of the show and I am so very lucky and honored to work with such an excellent cast and crew. John Lithgow was a pleasure. He is a wonderful actor and an even better person.
Createasphere: Do you have any advice to anyone who wants to follow in your footsteps?
Romeo: Shoot, shoot and shoot some more. Be bold, have no fear and "Make Your Days".
Get more inspiration at Createasphere’s Entertainment Technology Expo November 2-3 in Burbank.
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