About 3 weeks ago a lovely woman knocked on my door and asked if she could photograph my home to possibly be used in a DreamWorks film THE SOLOIST.
Hmmm, I don't usually go for this but, DreamWorks??? Sure, I said.
She came again, my home had been selected and they would only be shooting the film on my front porch. The date was given of March 7th. A few days later notice was sent out that it was delayed a week - new shooting date was March 14th.
The only thing she asked is for permission to remove my home sign, a woodpecker door knocker and my mailbox. She also wanted to remove my planters. She came again, they now wanted to film in my living room as well
and could they take the drapes down?
My brothers were having a fit - they were going to trash my home - steal things and on and on. Somehow, I just didn't think so.
They filmed yesterday and it was so much fun. The film is THE SOLOIST starring Jamie Fox and Robert Downey Jr. The Director is Joe Wright of Atonement fame and also Pride and Prejudice.
Briefly the story is about a deranged man who is extremely talented and homeless. His dream is to play at the Disney Music Hall. He plays the violin and cello. It is based on a true story.
A woman donates her cello to this man - and that is what was filmed on my front porch. They must have shot her opening the door for the postman
30 times. The postman walks up to my porch - she shows him the cello - he takes it back to his truck and drives away.
Aside from one lighting director and the actress - they were the only people who entered my home. They didn't remove the drapes - they liked mine.
The fun part was later last night. A home across the street from me was used for the main part of the film. They created a Santa Ana wind condition with these HUGE fans. They were here all night but were amazingly quiet. Huge trucks with equipment were parked on our whole street and around the corners.
The family that owns the home had been moved out to a luxury condo - all expenses paid.
We saw Robert Downey Jr. arrive last night. He was in a large black SUV with some body guards that you wouldn't want to mess with.
They invited us to share in the crew dinner - there was enough food of all kinds to feed hundreds. Handily it was set up on my neighbor's front lawn.
What does this have to do with animals? In the middle of all of this - Rascal comes prancing into the living room. Clever boy had escaped from his room. He came strolling into the living room like he was saying - o.k. what are my lines and where do I stand?
Just wanted to share a Hollywood story with you - I hope they don't cut out the part using my home. It was a lot of fun.
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Wow, what a wonderful experience. The whole day sounds exciting and magical. I will definitely be on the lookout for the movie. Oh boy, I bet the next California meeting is going to be packed with people who want to see the house that has been on the big screen. Off to check airfare prices
Sounds so interesting to be a part of a
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