Familiar Strangers

Last Saturday, I went to see the new movie “Familiar Strangers,” at the Regal Cinema Downtown here in Charlottesville. The movie was produced by Cavalier Films, the owners of Cavalier Films are Barry Sisson and Marc Lieberman. Marc is a fellow graduate of the UVA business school and I have spoken with him in the past. On Saturday, I was lucky enough to meet his partner Barry Sisson. Barry Sisson is a great guy and easy to talk with, I look forward to speaking with him in the near future and admire him, as his passion for filmmaking has shown in the movie “Familiar Strangers.” 

“Familiar Strangers” is a great heartwarming family comedy with a great story and great acting. I encourage everybody to make sure that you catch this film in the theaters right here in Charlottesville. Click here to watch the trailer of “Familiar Strangers.”

Charlottesville Radio Group

Last Friday, I went down to the radio stations at Charlottesville Radio Group. The major stations that they represent are Lite Rock Z95.1, 3WV, 1070 WINA, 1450 WVAX, and 106.1 The Corner. 

They are very professional and I met with Chatherine Maino-Guynn. She is a New Business Director and a Senior Account Manager with Charlottesville Radio Group. It was a pleasure to meet with someone so professional and helpful. Charlottesville Radio Group is very involved in the community and are very supportive of new artists. 

I encourage anybody who needs help spreading the word about their local business and/or event to speak with Charlottesville Radio Group. Charlottesville Radio Group, in particular 97.5 3WV has been around for over 30 years and is one of Charlottesville’s heritage rock stations. It is interesting to look at the demographics as Z95 has a 67% Female audience, and 3WV has a 57% Male audience.

Click here to check out their website and learn more about the radio group.

It’s a UVA “Thing” (cont.)

The First Draft of the Screenplay is finally complete. I just wanted to thank my talented writing partner, UVA alumni Heather Hummel, and plug her book again.  She is the co-author of the book “Gracefully: Looking and Being Your Best at Any Age.” She is an amazing writer and I am very lucky to work with her. Click here to purchase her book at amazon.com. It is also available at Barnes and Noble.

The screenplay is entitled, “Money Ain’t A Thing” and is a feature length clever romantic comedy. Click here to watch the first five minutes of the short film, from which our screenplay is based. Currently, we are soliciting our first round of feedback and breaking the script down to develop a budget. 

The screenplay is about a guy who loses the love of his life and decides to make a film in order to get her back. It takes place right here in the City of Charlottesville and on the University of Virginia Campus. With the Independent film market in the shape it is today and the declining economy, it is ever more important to produce quality films. Good films come from great screenplays, and that is why Heather and I have been working together since July to make this screenplay a passionate story.  

Aamir Karim

Today, I have uploaded the final, completed production intro for BRB productions. Also, I wanted to thank Aamir Karim again for this great piece of work, it is absolutely stunning. Aamir Karim is a graphic design specialist from Charlottesville, VA. Check out his website and Demo Reel at www.AamirKarim.com. Aamir is currently on the market, looking for a job with 3D animation and graphic design. If you have some work for him or you have some contacts for him feel free to give him a shout. He was a pleasure to work with and is very professional.

We are still looking for music composers to create an original score for this production intro. If you think your up for the task, please email Bryan@BryanBieber.com

www.BuyCharlottesvilleHome.com

 I  just wanted to display and link up to a new website that I have completed for Todd McGee, a local Real Estate Expert right here in Charlottesville. If you need any Real Estate advice in Charlottesville, contact Todd McGee and check out his site at www.BuyCharlottesvilleHome.com

One thing in particular I like about this website is that, if you want to Buy a Home in Charlottesville you can search for properties (browse the MLS) directly on this site with Todd McGee. This really can give you a good insight on the market if you plan to Buy or Sell a Home in Charlottesville, Virginia. 

This website was a challenge and I learned a lot. Hope you like it!

Mark Joy in Beast of Burden

I just wanted to comment on Mark Joy’s latest short film, “Beast of Burden” which was shot in Richmond, VA and co-produced by Studio 108. Mark Joy is a talented actor who has been in a lot of national film and TV shows, and Virginia produced films including, “Crazy Like a Fox,” “Pretzels and Pills,” and John Grisham’s, “Mickey.” The Beast of Burden was co-written by Mark Joy and Michael Mullen. I think Mark Joy and Studio 108 did a great job putting the film together. The making of “The Beast,” is a must see for independent filmmakers with honest insight of the independent film process. Click here to watch the “teaser.”

R. Lee Washington

I know I haven’t posted anything in a while. However, its been for good reasons. I have been very busy working behind the scenes starting this production company!

Also, I recently finished a website for one of my friends and business partners R. Lee Washington. I just wanted to personally thank him for being such a stand up guy. Without him, none of this would be possible. He is also a very talented artist as you will see from his website. Click here to check out his artwork and let him know what you think!

It’s a UVA “Thing”

I have found my screenwriting partner and she is none other than UVA alumni, Heather Hummel. She is the co-author of the book “Gracefully: Looking and Being Your Best at Any Age.” She is an amazing writer and I am very lucky to have such a talented partner. Click here to purchase her book at amazon.com. It is also available at Barnes and Noble.

We are working together to develop the short film “Money Ain’t A Thing” into a full-feature romantic comedy. Click here to watch the first five minutes of the short film, from which our screenplay is based.

“Money Ain’t A Thing”

The short film “Money Ain’t A Thing” has been completed! I just wanted to say thanks to the University of Virginia, the Digital Media Lab, and the entire cast and crew for the hard work that has been put into this short.

This short film is a milestone in the project and vision that I have of producing quality films based on true experiences that relate to people and have the ability to inspire. We will be holding a premiere at the end of month for the cast and crew. Click here to watch the first five minutes of “Money Ain’t A Thing.” 

Production Intro

Today, I have uploaded the new production intro for BRB productions, although its not completely finished. This intro was created by Aamir Karim. He is a graphic design specialist from the area. Check out his website and Demo Reel at www.AamirKarim.com

Currently, we are looking for music composers to create an original score for the production intro. If you think your up for the task, please email Bryan@BryanBieber.com