Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Vicki Von Stroheim

Fragmented notes I took on my phone during Guest Speaker:
VICKY VON STROHEIM NOTES:
11/22/48 born, has pictures with him.
Her family has a history of working with authors pertaining to relevant Eric. She met Richard (professor) at a film festival specifically showing Von Stroheim films. They all wanted to have Erich jr.. She believes Eric to be very funny. Her father couldnt use dog tags because he was a photographer. Von Stroheim had a soft spot for his grandchildren. Trumbo. Archived letters. Hollywood star is frequently driven over. On other side of street. "Touching my toes". Her grandmother confirmed Erichs foot fetish. She has his helmet and sword. Always polished shoes. Her father did that . Her father cuts sound effects at WB. Has movie posters.

Picture of Erich's Hollywood star, mentioned by guest speaker.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Guest Speaker

A Transcription of the Main Points I learned from the Director of the Wrecking Crew.

-DONT GIVE UP
His stories highlighted a theme of obstinance in the face of constant challenge. The prove of this as a successful philosophy lies in his finished product.
-BUILD A COMMUNITY OF CONTACTS
He attributed most of his success to a large web of people that he had been building for the entire process of production as well as pre-production.
-PASSION
I feel that because he steered the film in a personal direction, he gained a new level of motivation.