Watchworks Studios Presents "The Money" the "The Offer"

At the end of last May, Christopher Steinberger began production on his feature film Iris. With the film getting closer to being finished he along with his company Watchworks Studios began releasing a series of short films that will lead up to the release of Iris. Each short film will explore the characters and backstory behind the plot of Iris. 

Thus far two of the six short films have been released. The first is entitled The Money which introduces us to a character named Edward West who appears to be a notorious figure in the crime underworld. The short is brilliantly shot and edited together so as to appear as one long single take and it really puts the viewer right into the action. Steinberger's approach to blocking the scene is excellent and the results are some very strong and interesting visuals. His writing isn't as strong as his direction and some of the characters actions and dialogue come across a bit contrived rather than natural, but none the less this is a very strong short.

The second short film which was just released on Wednesday is The Offer. In this one we are introduced to another interesting character named Sigmund and a sort of ominous organization/company called "Scarlet". I personally really liked this short and the tone it set visually with the use of low key lighting. I'm highly anticipate the rest of the short films a long with the feature film.

To stay up to date on the remaining four shorts make sure you check out Watchworks Studios on Facebook and check out The Cinema Outlaw on Facebook

What's Happening

It's been a little while since an update and I really hope to start posting more content, but as of recently I relocated to Brooklyn, New York for school, so I have been really busy lately. I am studying Film so I plan on showcasing my fellow students work, my own work, and hopefully covering other film events that I attend in the city. My focus is still to cover as much about films being made by my peers all over the state so I'll still be talking about films like Killswitch and Iris which are both currently in production. In the meantime you should all head over to WatchWorks Studios and check out the films of Christopher Steinberger and stay up to date on his full feature Iris. Also check out the WatchWorks Studios Facebook page and like it for opportunities to win cool prizes. And like The Cinema Outlaw Facebook page as well!

First Video Interview with the creators of "Killswtich"

Hello everyone, it's been awhile since my last update, but rest assured I will be more consistent in the coming weeks! I've been busy because I am getting ready to make my move to New York City. Once the I'm moved and settled in I will hopefully have more time to dedicate to The Cinema Outlaw. I mentioned in a previous post that I planned on doing some video interviews with independent filmmakers. Well, just the other day I sat down with Michael Yammine and Patrick Campbell to talk about their film Killswitch: Part 2. I had a really great time talking with them about their work and plans for the film which begins production this coming week. Please check out the interview and I would love to get some feedback on what you liked, didn't like, and if you would like to be interviewed or have someone in mind that I should interview, please let me know! Watch the interview below!

The Cinema Outlaw ft IRIS Media & Productions from IRIS Media & Productions on Vimeo.

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"Killswitch Part 2" new music and poster!

OK, well if you read my previous post about Killswitch Part 2 and the badass song Michael Yammine and Patrick Campbell made for the film, you'll be happy to know that the song is now available to hear! You can check out the song at the link below. The song features director and star of Killswitch Part 2 Michael Yammine on the vocals. The music is entirely performed by Patrick Campbell who is also the cinematographer for the film.

"Fight the War"

Along with the song, two teaser posters were released for the film. I'm very excited to see how this project will progress. 

"Killswitch" Part 2 and More

Yesterday I awoke to a text from a friend and fellow filmmaker Michael Yammine stating he wanted to grab breakfast and share something he has just finished up working on related to his next film he is working on entitled Killswitch Part 2. Fifteen minutes later, I found myself riding with him in his car listening to a song that he and his business partner Patrick Campbell wrote and composed for the film.

The song is titled "Fight the War" and all the music is composed by Campbell and Yammine and features them both singing on the track as well. The song isn't available for the public to hear yet, but I will say it will not disappoint. If this song is any indication to how the film is going to make you feel, Killswitch Part 2 is not only going to be exciting, but it's also going to have an emotional intensity to it as well. 

I was told that production is right around the corner after a few more props are gathered and the last few roles are cast. If anyone is interested in being a part of the film, you should contact either Yammine or Campbell on Iris Media's official Facebook page here. Killswitch Part 2 is definitely something to keep and on and The Cinema Outlaw will be providing updates on the film as production begins.

Michael Yammine and Patrick Campbell both make up Iris Media and Productions. Their company is based in Binghamton, NY where they produce company commercials, event videography, and films.

Check out more work from Iris Media Productions at their vimeo page here.

The Mother in Me

My friend Beccah Pope made a documentary called The Mother in Me and it is an official selection for the The PovertyCure Film Festival! Her film is eligible for a 3,000 dollar audience choice award! You can watch the opening sequence of her film here and also you can cast your vote for her as well!

1,000 Views!

So the blog has reached over a 1,000 views! I'm glad to know that people are checking it out and I've received some very positive feedback so far! As of right now Cinema Outlaw is still finding itself on exactly what it is, but I can say that there are some big plans for the coming new year, so be in the look out! I'm also open to suggestions if there is something you would like to see on the blog. Right now I'm looking into doing interviews with filmmakers and local actors and providing links to where there work can be found and how they can be reached if you would like to work with them. Along with that I'm thinking of starting a Cinema Outlaw youtube or vimeo page that will provide behind the scenes looks at different films being made in New York State. I will also be looking for content contributors so if you would be interested in helping provide content please contact me on Facebook or at my email which is jonrigler@gmail.com . Thank you for all the support and keep supporting independent cinema!