Lane Makes Final Cut at Film Fest

OK, granted it's a far cry from Cannes Film Festival.

No Bob and Harvey Weinstein are not going to be in the audience looking

for the next film for Miramax to distribute. But that does not stop me from being a proud father and being happy to see that Lane's newest film made the finals.

 

Is the actual name for the larger film that is still in production.

He still has additional footage to be shot, followed by a long process of voice overs, color correction, Sound editing, cutting and even CG effects.

What he submitted was in truth a segment of his larger work. The complete film would greatly exceed the 10 Minute time limit, and there is some language and subject matter that would not "Clear the censors" at an event for Chicagoland High Schools. 

The Chicagoland High School Film Festival.

Friday from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Latin School auditorium

The Count.... A Film by Lane J Lubell

In 3rd grade, I walked into school with my dad's copy of Woody Allen's book "Getting Even." Even back then we had already gotten into the habit of reading out-loud to each other works from Woody Allen and Neil Simon. My dad was utterly incapable of reading more than a handful of words without breaking out into laughter; so I assumed that my friends would be equally amused and off to school I went.

I was somewhat surprised to find that my friends did not share my enthusiasm for the humor, but even more taken-back when my teacher declared the book to be "Age inappropriate" and confiscated the book. I liked my teacher, I received no punishment: and assumed she probably wanted to read the book herself.

Now in high school, with a replaced copy of "Getting Even", I turned back to a favorite one act play entitled, "The Count," this time I sat down and adapted it into a screenplay, which I was encouraged to open-up to the class with various classmates reading parts. I was so excited by the way that worked out, that I figured I had to go the next step and make a short film using the students in that class.

There is a lot to learn when wanting to make films, from lighting to camera angles to editing; but on this project I learned a few more basic lessons.

Making even a short film requires a considerable investment of time. and while I was more than willing to spend the time, the same students that were happy to spend 20 minutes reading in class, were not willing to invest their entire weekend filming. I do understand that, however I wish people would have told me prior to the day of shooting and after I rented a costume. Since that day, I have reached out to people that actually have an passion for acting, and are excited to be in a movie. This is also when I first started creating Facebook groups, and blogs designed to keep people enthused, and thereby more likely to stick with the project.

File this under "Silver-Lining," despite 4 of my 6 actors no-shows on the day of the shoot, I was able to get the movie shot through the kindness of old friends that canceled all of their plans and arrived within 45 minutes notice. This was not because they had some sudden desire to be in a movie; but came because that's what friends do for each other. Watching the movie, I was painfully aware of how much harder making movies are compared to what expected, how much I needed to learn, the value of better equipment and the importance of confirming I have every shot I might need. Sure some of my "last-minute" replacement cast members performances might have less than stellar, but as friends they exceeded my wildest expectations.

Lane comes from the mist

Our Hopes and payers go out to Sheila and Lanny

I wish this Blog could be an on-going list of "Happy moments and stunning victories" - Life does not work that way. It is with that in mind that we all join All of their extended family and Friends and wish Lanny and Sheila, all the strength and goodwill possible.

The truth is, the pressures and obligations of Day-to-Day life, coupled with the distance between Chicago and Texas, have conspired to keep us from spending the time and being a better resource, a greater help. I do feel bad that over the years we have not spent the amount of time I would have like to be able to spend. I speak for the whole Chicago-side of the family when I say that I would love to be able to watch you perform with your comedy troupe.
Yes, Facebook does provide some degree of communication; but clearly it falls short of actually being in the same room.

All I can say is that my heart goes out to you, Lanny and the whole Cooper/Wilk family
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Heidi Lubell Kirsch To Sheila Wilk Cooper


Thinking of you and Lanny. My thoughts and prayers are with you.


Kirsch Family.
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Larry Lubell Kirsch To Sheila Wilk Cooper

As I look at the vast out-pouring of Love and respect that so many are sending your way, it is a clear testament to the joy and happiness that you have brought into the world.
I don't know what to say, no words can express how badly I feel.
My heart goes out to you.
Sheila, We are praying for all of you. We are forever linked, and your pain is our pain.

Larry, Ilene and Lane

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04/07/2011
                      For Lanny

This is NOT how this story was suppose to end.
If I was a Hollywood director, I would send it back for a "Re-Write"!

You fought the battle-hardened warriors, and slew the dragon. You fought with courage, dignity and humor. You were able to draw on the Love and support of your family and friends, while at the same time you gave back as much Love as you received.

NO! No this was not how the story should have turned out at all.

To any who might read this post I assume I am adding nothing that is not well known, and already said, often with greater eloquence.

The Laughter you spread will continue in the memories of all who remember a joke you told them. The Love of your family is absolute and eternal. There is a hole that is so deep it can never be filled, but the wonderful memories that each of us carefully places in that space will create a living monument.

The brief candle burns, and all to quickly the wick reaches it's end; but to the extent that one can continue to have influence and give meaning- the light continues. To those who's life you touched, that light will continue to burn bright.

March 2011

Ilene and I took a tour of the new 9 million dollar addition to Latin's science lab, floor to ceiling whiteboards,
30 foot wide LED video walls with live feeds from CERN,
3D projectors, walls that move so spaces can be reconfigured at will.

I wish I could go here,(Save for the homework) but I'm even happier that I can give this opportunity to Lane.

http://www.latinschool.org/ftpimages/348/misc/misc_80264.pdf

Faculty Presentation re Science Facilities on Prezi

http://prezi.com/ghlnf13lqado/faculty-presentation-re-science-facilities/

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Gunfire out my window. 800 N Wells Shooting

Update…. , leaves officers wounded and suspect dead.

Lets file this under "A bit too much excitment fro one day"


http://www.urbaninsuranceagency.com/insurance-articles/820/updateand8230%3b-800-n-wells-shooting-leaves-officers-wounded-and-suspect-dead.html

Close of 2010

Ilene and Judy at the "Hot New Spot" in Miami.

Lane hanging out with JaJa.

This was a day spent at Heidi and Jimmy's new Condo. The weather was just OK. that day, but it was great to spend time with everyone all together. As time goes on that becomes more and more difficult, but more meaningful.

Very Cool Room.

                      We all walked down to a restaurant a few blocks down.

Yes that is an Alligator!  

http://www.lubellphotography.blogspot.com/

Jerry the Golf Instructor

 

Keep my Head down. Check my Grip. Take the club back straight

Not too far, not too fast. Left arm, Right Arm. Swing through

don't forget...........

I look at this picture and the only thing I see is I need to loose 10 lbs. 

Big sister, Little Sister and Friend

Duke Garlin at a Candy Shop in Del Ray Beach