Angelo Bell's Painfully Exhilarating Adventures in Independent Filmmaking
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Made independently on a shoestring budget and adapted from the writer-director’s own short film from 2006, Broken Hearts Club is Angelo Bell’s indie masterpiece.
A heart-warming drama with splashes of comedy, Broken Hearts Club is an absolute triumph in independent film-making.
It is one of the best independent films I have ever seen.
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
Sling
It’s been quite a while since I’ve blogged. I’ve been busy with my neo-noir action thriller series “Resurrection of Serious Rogers,” fighting the telephone company (Verizon Sucks), and working out a funding deal for a potential TV distro opportunity for the series. Oh, and I’ve been nursing a fractured wrist.
I’ve managed to maintain some momentum although lack of Internet access has left me feeling temporarily crippled — moreso than the broken wrist. The free time (limited access to social media) had given me time to think. I realized I’ve missed a few opportunities that I should hasve taken advantage of sooner. But all is not lost.
I’ve switched from Verizon and DirecTV to a bundled trifecta service from Charter: internet, phone and television. It should be installed tomorrow. Once it’s done my film “Broken Hearts Club” will be available as a digital download directly from this website and on the film’s official website, http://www.brokenheartsclubfilm.com
I have a few upcoming blog posts on the emotional roller coaster ride that is filmmaking. In this short time of being back in the game (see Don’t Call It A Comeback) I’ve experienced so much. When all is said and done, people either got your back or they don’t. They either see some value in what you bring to the table, or they don’t. If they don’t, move on. If they do, cherish and respect their support.
Making Resurrection of Serious Rogers has reaffirmed my belief that LA is full of great talent. This town is full of amazing actors, composers and potential crew who are eager to work with you. Similarly the town is full of folks who don’t want to work with you as much as they want to work for you — and get a paycheck. My suggestion is to weed them out, take your time and find an eager team. It’s worth it, even if you must find a team on project-by-project basis.
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
“Broken Hearts Club” is now available on the largest International retailer of home videos…Amazon.com.
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010
I’m very excited about the official release of Broken Hearts Club on DVD and online at IndieFlix! It is the culmination of ten years of filmmaking. I’m also very excited about my upcoming web series, Resurrection of Serious Rogers. Hmmm, why not do some sort of cross-promotion to celebrate?!
I’ve got it! I’ve put together a special offer that’s good for the next 10 days only. You’re going to want to tell all the movie lovers in your family and circle of friends. If you have any sort of appreciation for indie films you’ll totally dig this. Here it is: I’m giving away FIVE SHORT FILMS!
To show my sincere appreciation for anyone who donates $10 to the Serious Rogers Film Fund (http://www.indiegogo.com/Woman-on-fire/) to help me make my next film, Resurrection of Serious Rogers, I will give you FIVE FREE SHORT FILMS to watch on your computer! This is on top of the film credit and party invites you’ll get as regular part of your donation. “Resurrection of Serious Rogers is my new feature web series. I’m making it for as little as possible, but I need your support.
Within just a few hours of your donation to the Serious Rogers Film Fund I’ll forward you a link to a special download page where you can download FIVE FREE QUICKTIME (.MOV) MOVIES!! These are films I’ve made as an independent filmmaker. Some have screened at big time film festivals.
Just make a generous donation of $10 at http://www.indiegogo.com/woman-on-fire or click the link to send donations to Paypal Donation or just scroll to the bottom of this page to find the PayPal button. Whatever is easiest and most comfortable for you.
Here are the Trailers from the short films you’ll receive as a gift for your generous donation.
*Love Is For Democrats*
I made this film during the 2006 48-Hour Film Project. It was written, cast, shot, cut, edited and scored all within 48 hours. It later aired on the Independent Film Channel (IFC)
*Valerie And Sid*
I made this film because…I wanted to make another film. I enjoy writing roles for women. It was shot in one day.
*The First Time*
I made this film when I was selected as a quarter-finalist for the reality show, On The Lot. It was conceived, written, shot, cut and scored in one week.
*Renounced*
This film is still my baby. The script was rewritten and recast umpteen times. Finally we nailed it and had fun doing it. It was shot in one day.
*Broken Hearts Club*
The film is the basis for my feature film of the same name. I wanted to convey real people in the midst of heartbreak and chaotic breakups. I think I must’ve been channeling six different personalities when I wrote it.
So make your donation of $10 NOW at http://www.indiegogo.com/woman-on-fire or click the link to send donations to Paypal Donation and receive a digital copy of these short films. But remember, this offer is only good until January 15th. If you’d like to make donation for more please check out http://www.indiegogo.com/woman-on-fire Films are approximately web sized approx 320×240 (larger when possible) and require QuickTime. Within a few hours of your donation you’ll receive a link to special page to download each film. It’s recommended that you use a highspeed broadband connection.
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010
“Broken Heart Club” has officially been released!
True to my plan, I’m using a hybrid model of self-distribution. The film has been airing on AMGTV for the past two months as a six-part series. Today the film was officially released on IndieFlix (http://www.indieflix.com/film/the-broken-hearts-club-30432/), available for immediate viewing and for purchase on DVD. Later this month the film will also be available on Amazon for DVD purchase and Amazon UnBox as a video download.
Next month the film will finally go to Western Europe on the Global Broadcast Network. I say finally because Global has delayed its official launch three times in the past four months.
Retro Television Network (RTV) is still in the works. They have a copy of the six-part series version of BHC.
So if you’re out there reading thing, guess what? You can watch Broken Hearts Club right now. Now delays. No waiting for a DVD to be shipped. You can watch “Broken Hearts Club” online right now.
If you haven’t heard of IndieFlix, click here to check out the site right now.
IndieFlix is dedicated to providing a forum for filmmakers and their audience to interact and to building a community that translates artistic vision into commercial success.
We believe that every movie has an audience, every filmmaker has a story to tell and each story has the right to be shared.
Baqsically IndieFlix is for indies by indies and that’s the kind of support indie filmmakers need.
Sunday, December 20th, 2009
Monday, December 14th, 2009
I think every filmmaker longs for a review like this one…
I’ve been under the weather today and thus off all forms of social media, but I was fortunate enough to check my Facebook page to see a review from Adam Stephen Kelly (UK) from Screenjabber. While this was Adam’s personal email to me I asked if I could publish it prior to the official review.
Flu? I don’t have no stinkin’ flu!
I just finished watching it as you can probably tell by the photo tag. I am in awe. One of the best films I have seen this year and one of the best independent films I’ve ever seen. Your writing is absolutely fantastic. I hope you are extremely proud of this film, because it’s truly excellent. 5/5. Well shot, rich colour, and not a hokey performance in sight. Outstanding.
A full review will be available on Screenjabber.com soon.
Friday, November 20th, 2009
The last few days I’ve been gearing up for auditions for “Resurrection of Serious Rogers.” I’d forgotten how tedious casting can be. Calls, emails, scheduling changes, booking space, rescheduling, call backs, more emails — ugh! Alas I have padded the heck out of my schedule in hopes of have very little idle time. Experience tells me there will be many no show/no calls but hey, if an actor doesn’t want to work I don’t want to work with him/her.
Funny thing happened as I was preparing the sides for the auditions. I rewrote some of the material to give the actors more to say. Guess what? The new stuff I wrote came out bloody well good! I’m adding the new lines to the script.
Three friends offered to help come in and read at the auditions. I’m excited about that. It’s good to have talented folks that the actors can work opposite. Also this allows me to focus on watching and listening. I’m a little disheartened that no one has responded to my Craigslist ad for a casting intern.
On another note, I got a great DM tweet from @doubleEdgeFilms, the prodco website for the filmmakers behind the phenomenal, Ink. They responded to my film review — you can read it here — with kindness and gratitude. It figures, I think these folks are perfect
I found Miss Jessica Duffy, who plays Liev in Ink, on Facebook and she very kindly accepted my friend request. Now I’ll be sending a copy of Broken Hearts Club to her. If the gods prevail and Lady Luck shines on me Miss Duffy may be headlining my next film. Hey, a guy can dream, can’t he?
Sunday, November 15th, 2009
I need YOUR help. This week I’m shooting a director’s interview for the DVD of “Broken Hearts Club.” If you’ve been following along on this two year journey I’d love to hear from you.
What questions would you like me to answer on the DVD? The questions can be about anything: the film, me, the meaning of life, the script, the actors, independent filmmaking, etc.
You can post your questions right here on this blog. I will pick 20-30 questions to respond to on the DVD.
Thank you in advance.
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