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Glimpses of fame
Nise's Notes
by Denise Schoppe
The Marlin Democrat
February 23, 2005
Next week, Hollywood will descend upon Marlin to film scenes for the upcoming movie “Every Word is True” at the Falls County Courthouse. There is a quiet excitement to many people in the area as some will be extras, others will have their cars featured in the background, and almost everyone wishes to get just a small glimpse of someone famous.
It is indeed exciting to see something so big and positive coming to Marlin. It can be a potential boost to the city’s economy, and it can cast the town in a bright light — atleast that of Tinseltown.
I can’t help but think back to my own close call to fame as everything comes together for this movie.
Close to two years ago, I had the fortunate opportunity to attend a music video shoot. Now, I know. A music video shoot barely compares to a full fledged feature film. However, when the invitation was extended, I couldn’t get myself to the location fast enough.
I was a student at Texas A&M at the time, and when a friend asked me to come out to the shoot I remember not being able to run across campus fast enough to get into my truck and hit the highway.
I bolted down Highway 21 until I came to the location: a motorcross park that I’d never even noticed before in all the times I’ve traveled that road. I turned into the park and prepared to face resistance, even though I’d been assured that security knew I was coming and it wouldn’t be a problem.
Indeed, I had no trouble navigating down the dirt road and past security. I came to a slow stop beside the tour bus, and I went in search of my friend. He found me, and we settled in to watch the action.
They were filming a section of the video that featured professional Motorcross riders doing jumps over the artist. They filmed the same shot over and over again as the hot summer Texas sun baked down. They had tents set up out of the way for onlookers to escape the sting of the sun, and they asked that anyone not in the video stay in that area. No one complained and did as they were asked. Everyone was just happy to be there.
Eventually, the director decided they had what they needed, it was time to set up another shot.
It took close to two hours to set up the next scene, and they ended up filming for maybe 15 minutes. In those two hours, people mingled. We were all free to move about the location. Some found escape from the heat on the bus. Others went in search of shade and a cold bottle of water. The crew kept busy setting everything up for the scene that would be the last of the day. When the scene was finished and autographs collected, it was time to leave. The film crew was staying behind to take a few random filler shots of bikers riding the track at night.
Everyone soon headed back down the dirt road to the highway and went their seperate ways. I left feeling simply in awe of what I’d gotten to do. That evening I called my friend to thank him for the millionth time for inviting me out. I was just on cloud nine. I’d seen a video being shot and had a better appreciation for the process. I’d met “famous” people. I’d done something I’d be talking about for years to come.
A few weeks later, the video premiered on TV and I was glued to the TV. My parents and friends laughed often as I’d shriek, “I was there!” or “OOH! I was standing over here when they did that!” or “Look! Remember me telling you about that!?”
I was amazed at how two days of filming ended up coming down to less than 2.5 minutes of video. I was in awe at how they’d brought it all together to build a fun video that makes anyone go, “WOW!”
I am now excited about the movie being filmed in Marlin.
I am in awe to know that only a few blocks away there will be someone “famous” working, and I know I’ll get a copy of the movie when it comes out and point shrieking, “I know them!” or “I’ve been there a lot!” I’m tickled to find Marlin being featured in something so positive.
Having been at that video shoot, though, I’d like to give a little advice, if I may be so bold.
These people are just like anyone else and they are here to do a job. Everyone needs to respect that fact.
Now, I know I plan on trying to catch a glimpse of fame myself. However, they are not going to be here to be ogled. Give them room to do their jobs. While they will interrupt the everyday workings of the town, they will be trying to do it as quickly and unobtrusively as possible. Help them do their job by respecting what they do and the fact that they may have to ask people to move or leave places. It will be a hinderance to some, but it is only temporary.
This movie is a big deal to Marlin and all Falls County residents. Let’s all make them feel welcome and like they are a part of this community. Work with them, and I’m willing to bet that they will work with you.
Nise's Notes
by Denise Schoppe
The Marlin Democrat
February 23, 2005
Next week, Hollywood will descend upon Marlin to film scenes for the upcoming movie “Every Word is True” at the Falls County Courthouse. There is a quiet excitement to many people in the area as some will be extras, others will have their cars featured in the background, and almost everyone wishes to get just a small glimpse of someone famous.
It is indeed exciting to see something so big and positive coming to Marlin. It can be a potential boost to the city’s economy, and it can cast the town in a bright light — atleast that of Tinseltown.
I can’t help but think back to my own close call to fame as everything comes together for this movie.
Close to two years ago, I had the fortunate opportunity to attend a music video shoot. Now, I know. A music video shoot barely compares to a full fledged feature film. However, when the invitation was extended, I couldn’t get myself to the location fast enough.
I was a student at Texas A&M at the time, and when a friend asked me to come out to the shoot I remember not being able to run across campus fast enough to get into my truck and hit the highway.
I bolted down Highway 21 until I came to the location: a motorcross park that I’d never even noticed before in all the times I’ve traveled that road. I turned into the park and prepared to face resistance, even though I’d been assured that security knew I was coming and it wouldn’t be a problem.
Indeed, I had no trouble navigating down the dirt road and past security. I came to a slow stop beside the tour bus, and I went in search of my friend. He found me, and we settled in to watch the action.
They were filming a section of the video that featured professional Motorcross riders doing jumps over the artist. They filmed the same shot over and over again as the hot summer Texas sun baked down. They had tents set up out of the way for onlookers to escape the sting of the sun, and they asked that anyone not in the video stay in that area. No one complained and did as they were asked. Everyone was just happy to be there.
Eventually, the director decided they had what they needed, it was time to set up another shot.
It took close to two hours to set up the next scene, and they ended up filming for maybe 15 minutes. In those two hours, people mingled. We were all free to move about the location. Some found escape from the heat on the bus. Others went in search of shade and a cold bottle of water. The crew kept busy setting everything up for the scene that would be the last of the day. When the scene was finished and autographs collected, it was time to leave. The film crew was staying behind to take a few random filler shots of bikers riding the track at night.
Everyone soon headed back down the dirt road to the highway and went their seperate ways. I left feeling simply in awe of what I’d gotten to do. That evening I called my friend to thank him for the millionth time for inviting me out. I was just on cloud nine. I’d seen a video being shot and had a better appreciation for the process. I’d met “famous” people. I’d done something I’d be talking about for years to come.
A few weeks later, the video premiered on TV and I was glued to the TV. My parents and friends laughed often as I’d shriek, “I was there!” or “OOH! I was standing over here when they did that!” or “Look! Remember me telling you about that!?”
I was amazed at how two days of filming ended up coming down to less than 2.5 minutes of video. I was in awe at how they’d brought it all together to build a fun video that makes anyone go, “WOW!”
I am now excited about the movie being filmed in Marlin.
I am in awe to know that only a few blocks away there will be someone “famous” working, and I know I’ll get a copy of the movie when it comes out and point shrieking, “I know them!” or “I’ve been there a lot!” I’m tickled to find Marlin being featured in something so positive.
Having been at that video shoot, though, I’d like to give a little advice, if I may be so bold.
These people are just like anyone else and they are here to do a job. Everyone needs to respect that fact.
Now, I know I plan on trying to catch a glimpse of fame myself. However, they are not going to be here to be ogled. Give them room to do their jobs. While they will interrupt the everyday workings of the town, they will be trying to do it as quickly and unobtrusively as possible. Help them do their job by respecting what they do and the fact that they may have to ask people to move or leave places. It will be a hinderance to some, but it is only temporary.
This movie is a big deal to Marlin and all Falls County residents. Let’s all make them feel welcome and like they are a part of this community. Work with them, and I’m willing to bet that they will work with you.
