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We completed filming the short film "Damn You, Bone" today. This was my first time to be involved with a film as part of the crew. Officially, I was in charge of props, but it was a small shoot, and we all did whatever was necessary to get the job done. It was a good experience, although I much prefer being in front of the camera. I had a great time, though, and met some really nice people. That's always the best part of a project, for me.

There will be a screening of the short film "It's What's On The Inside That Counts" tonight, along with other films created by participants of the 24 Hour Video Race. The first group of films begins showing at 6:15pm. Our group, Altashheth, is part of the Guerilla category, which begins at 8:00pm. Other films will be shown over the next two nights, as well. This will be lots of fun, so come support your local filmmakers. I am told that tickets are only $3.

This weekend, I will once again be participating in the 24 Hour Video Race produced by the Video Association of Dallas. What is it? "The 24 Hour Video Race is a fun and wacky competition in which teams of videomakers - from students to seasoned professionals - have 24 hour to write, shoot, and edit a 5-minute video, incorporating a surprise theme, prop, location, and line of dialogue." I had such a great time last year that I wouldn't miss it. Of course, I may change my tune when our 4:00am call time rolls around!

There will be a screening of the short film "Ritchie's Crew" on Saturday, May 6, 2006. It will take place at 3:00pm at the University of North Texas on the 3rd floor of the University Union. The address is 1155 Union Circle, Denton, TX 76203. My part in this film was very small, so don't blink or you'll miss it. If you do, that's okay. There will be several other films shown, as well, so it should be a good time.

Shooting for the feature "Project Clear Vision" began today, and my scenes as James Riley were first. Unfortunately, due to a technical issue, we didn't get around to shooting my shooting. Did that make sense? We blocked and rehearsed the scene a bit, though, and will come back another day to finish up. That's too bad because I was really looking forward to getting bloody today. Oh well. Soon. Very soon. To learn more about the film, visit Z-List Films.

I completed filming scenes for a Palm Beach Tan industrial, playing numerous parts. We worked for two days, and it was a lot of fun. Oh, yeah, and we wrapped at 6:30 this morning, so I am just a bit tired.