Here is an updated link to all the spots to watch HEAD now!
CLICK HERE!
Or buy the DVD HERE!
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Monday, June 28, 2021
Saturday, June 26, 2021
Steve - Sgt. Scag
Steve
From Sgt. Scagnetti
His hair didn't come out quite like I wanted it to...
The band Sgt. Scag is part of our flick "Bernice, Too"!
And check out this music video we did for them!
CULTINATION!
If you need a puppet for your music video or project check out Jon's Java on Etsy HERE
or contact Elmwood Productions HERE
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
The Doctor Is In! Episode 3!
Are you looking for some advice in love? Not sure on how to build up your confidence? Need to learn to tie your shoes? Well, The Doctor is IN! Elmwood’s own Doc is now here and in session! Are you looking for advice from someone with almost as much credibility as any other so-called doctor on TV or the internet? Cuz now’s your chance to get it! Email The Doc now: doc@elmwoodproductions.com. And if he uses your question you’ll get a cool Elmwood t-shirt! Perfect for washing your car with or cleaning spills in the kitchen. Or, you could wear it! Just remember to include a mailing address with your question! The Doc and his co-host Eugene will look over your questions and come up with amazing solutions for you, and they're doing it for free! The Doc is not a real doctor. He's a puppet. So this is just for entertainment purposes. But we're sure you figured that out. And remember: "The Doctor Can Cure What Ails Ya!" http://elmwoodproductions.com/ Show some love for Elmwood! It's your support that keeps content like this coming! Visit our Ko-Fi Page and help keep us caffeinated! - https://ko-fi.com/elmwoodproductions And a super special thanks to the one and only "Dr" Michael Bingham. Our great friend and inspiration for "The Doctor"!
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Monday, June 21, 2021
Monday Song... From the best album of 2021 so far...
Danny Elfman's first "rock" album since 1994 with Boingo...
And it is amazing... Features members of Boingo, A Perfect Circle, Guns N' Roses, and so many more...
Instant classic.
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Ralph Bakshi
"You're kinda like the Ralph Bakshi of puppetry"
It was said to me as an insult. Because the person who said it is so stuck in what would best be called "mainstream" arts.
And I thought: "Fuck you. I should be lucky to be that good."
But instead I just said "Thanks" and smirked. And I think the guy who said it was in shock a little.
Thing is, I LOVE Bakshi's films.
Not every single one, or every short or series he's done. But I do love his work as a whole.
I would love to make a movie as powerful as "Heavy Traffic" or "Coonskin"... Or as influential as "American Pop" or his "Wizards" flick.
I lean more towards his reality based work. Like the mentioned films (minus "Wizards") over his fantasy work. The storytelling is this different level.
The dialog, the recording of it. So real, natural. The animation and character design is always so distinct and original, and eye catching. Even his adapted works like "Fritz The Cat", "Lord of the Rings" and "Spider-Man" all have this very personal look, this very real feel.
I want Elmwood to be that diverse, that unique. And we work on that. We don't just do the one genre Americans expect from puppetry (family entertainment) we are trying to do "one of each" as I say... R-rated comedy, a horror movie, a drama, experimental flicks, family friendly stuff, and so on.
I'd love to do a straightforward action film and romantic comedy, and more.. . We're getting there.
And it's a mold Ralph Bakshi made, but with animation.
So thank you to the guy who thought he was hitting me with a witty insult: Eat shit. Bakshi is a fucking genius. And I thank you for comparing me to that.
And if you can... Track down the book "Unfiltered". A great look at his work. I highly recommend it to all film buffs. I think his website still has it, and I'm sure it can be tracked down used too.
Monday, June 14, 2021
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Monday, June 7, 2021
With My Own Bare Hands - Monday Song - Quiet Down The Rage
Some songs never get old. They just get re-invented.
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Friday, June 4, 2021
2ND ACT: Rich Cyr
My buddy Rich Cyr is an actual inspiration to me.
He's been through a lot... And he keeps his spirits high, his energy over the top, and his attitude positive.
He's one of those people who inspires me, and makes me want to always do my best and be the best person I can be.
And I really do believe I am a better person for knowing him.
I mean, c'mon... Look at this picture. What a goofball. How can anyone not love him!?He's got this show coming up later this month. Called 2nd Act. It's a series of talks with interesting people, and he is doing one June 23. At The Palace Theater in Waterbury CT.
And it can be streamed! Of you can go in person!
Click HERE for all the info and for tickets!
I'm looking forward to this! Hope some of you all check it out too!
Thursday, June 3, 2021
Wednesday, June 2, 2021
This is Not Bernice.
Coming 2021.
"Bernice, Too"
Two men. One wheelchair. And a day in their lives - The world is a wonderful and strange place. Let's spend some time in theirs. The newest film from Elmwood Productions.
Starring a cast of puppets. Nothing too deep. But just deep enough.
http://elmwoodproductions.com/index.html
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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Making "Bernice, Too" Episode 3
Making “Bernice, Too” returns!
Here’s episode 3. It’s been too long. We know. We’ve all felt it.
Here is the first real footage of the flick!
Elmwood teamed up with CT music legends Sgt. Scagnetti for a music video for their song “Cultination” which will also be featured in the flick!
And get one of the awesome 7’ vinyls of “Cultination” here: https://sgtscag.bandcamp.com/merch
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