February Facts!

It has been a very busy time for Balloon Tree Productions. It was October since we posted something here and since then we’ve been hard at work producing some great work!

The big thing for us has been The List. We had our second block of shooting in the middle of October and the preview screening on the 1^st of February this year. So many people put their time, effort and lives into making this the best it could be – and we’re immensely proud of what we have to show. The screening went down a treat and now we get to focus on procuring some funding to finish the film off! Here’s a link to the trailer:

We’ve also started working really closely with actors in shooting scenes specifically for showreels. It’s not always easy to get a role that shows your diversity – especially if you’re playing against type, so shooting scenes specifically for that reason makes so much sense! I don’t know why more people aren’t doing it! Check out one of Josh Futcher’s scenes here.

There’s plenty still on the horizon, and we’re going to endeavour to keep this updated as much as possible. If not, it means we’re working hard so don’t worry about us too much! In the meantime, we updated our showreel - so check it out and let us know what you think!

What's that in the shadows? A panda?

It's not often you get to film a guy in a panda suit. Or in an abandoned bowling alley. But we got to do both as part of Dark Electric's latest (and first ever!) music video for the track Shadows. It's a bit different from the usual affair - but that's what makes it so cool!

So check it out, and if you're so inclined, jump on to his website (listed below too) to grab the single and support some local talent!

www.darkelectric.net

www.facebook.com/electricreleases

Simon Astley - Sunlight

As mentioned a few days ago, we've been working hard on Simon Astley's latest film clip for the single "Sunlight". We're please to announce it's viewable right here!

We'd love to hear your thoughts on the track and the video! Big thanks to Simon and Anita for their patience during the shoot, Shaun Herbertson for some mad camera skills, as well as the lovely (and spectacular) Thornbury Theatre and Anthony Cincotta for his assistance on the day.

Month of Music

Howdy folks,

Just wanted to drop a quick update about the happenings around town - it's been musically crazy this last month and we've had a ton of projects that have revolved around music!

Firstly, we shot a music video for the super talented, Melbourne-local Simon Astley for his song Sunlight. We're hard at work cutting it together, and it has come up a treat. Very classy as it was shot at The Thornbury Theatre (complete with Grand Piano and candles). We'll let you know when it's up.

We also got to shoot the EP launch for our good pal Chris O'Neill. We're cutting his whole set together, and the footage looks ace. 4 cameras, 2 GoPro and one helluva night. That will be a little while off before you can see that, but to tide you over, here's a pretty rad screen shot

Anyway, that's it for this update. It's been busy, but loads of fun. And we can't wait to show you all what we've been up to.

The List Party Scene! Extras Needed!

Hi everyone,

So as you may know, we’re currently making a low-budget, self-funded, independent feature film called The List! We’re organising this shoot in October and once this is completed, we’re editing the first 15 minutes of the film together to try and acquire funding and money to finish the film off.

The shoot is going to take place over 3 nights (Friday the 14th, Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th of October) and is a big party scene. We need as many people to be extras as possible and you’re help will be extremely appreciated.

Because the party is all one event, but taking place over three nights shooting, it’s ESSENTIAL that you are able to make all the nights. Again, we realise this is a huge commitment but here’s what you’ll get out of it:

- FOOD! We’ll feed and hydrate you over the three nights
- You will see yourself on the big screen at the screening of the first 15 minutes at the end of the year
- FUN! Plus who knows? You might make some new friends?
- Our everlasting thanks, hugs and kisses
So please, if you are interested and want to help out and CAN do all three nights, email info@balloontreeproductions.com and we’ll send you details.

Here's the facebook event for the shoot - share it around! And hit attending!

Also, if you know anyone that might be interested please pass this on, as it’s the more the merrier. Any questions, let us know

Thanks,

The List Production Team