Wow. It's been awhile.

Having just attended the excellent Film Independent Filmmaker's Forum this weekend it is time to turn over a new leaf. That leaf is... the internet. Heard of it? Yeah, us technologically challenged folk have long fought the idea of sitting in front of the computer and developing carpal tunnel. (But I'm a writer, so the logic doesn't follow) In any case, it is time to "consistently" add my two cents, (is it worth that anymore?) to the global discussion. It's going to take me a minute to get the hang of this, but I'm going to give it a try. I guess I'll start where I left off many months ago... updates on "Ranchero."

If you don't know about "Ranchero," please check out the official website at www.rancherothemovie.com. The logline: a Mexican-American rancher moves to Los Angeles where he finds love, danger, and ultimately himself. It is a film about identity and finding our self worth. 

Back in March we premiered at the Sacramento International Film Festival. There we were nominated for the top prize of "Best Norcal Film." In August we found ourselves screening at Indie Fest USA in Downtown Disney. Though flustered with the inability to screen HD, seeing the movie at the AMC 12 was amazing. Turn out was low and industry representation non-existent, but we had a good time. Our efforts garnered nominations for director Richard Kaponas, cinematographer Michael Bratowski, and editor Don Burton. The film itself won the top prize "Best of Festival."

Right now, we are awaiting response from festivals in North Carolina, Texas, and New York. I'll be back with updates on these as info rolls in. 

Well, that's it. Not great, but it's a start. I'll be back very soon. I promise.

Brian