wik the movie

7.21.2003 - 10:36am
Michael Swantek & Justin Maine voted BEST FILMMAKERS
The readers of the alternative newsweekly METROLAND
have selected "MICHAEL SWANTEK & JUSTIN MAINE" as the
BEST LOCAL FILMMAKERS of 2003.

Thanks to every single one of you who voted! We have
some of the most supportive fans in the world, and we
simply could not have done this without you!

"WIK THE MOVIE" was also chosen as one of the "BEST
KEPT SECRETS IN THE CAPITOL REGION". This
acknowledgment in particular was a very pleasant
surprise to us and helps reinforce WIK's tagline,
"Keep The Secret Burning".

METROLAND, with a circulation of 40,000, is the
Capitol Region's Alternative Newsweekly. Established
in 1978, it is also the premier location for the
inside scoop on the area's hottest trends in fashion,
film, politics and the arts. It is an honor to have
been voted BEST LOCAL FILMMAKER by their readership.

Thanks again for believing in us and remember, keep
the secret burning!

7.02.2003 - 3:26 PM
Not Your Average Joe
We are pleased to confirm the participation of acclaimed film composer Joe Kraemer to our humble little project called "Wik".

Joe may be best know for his original musical score for the film "The Way of the Gun", starring Ryan Phillippe, Benicio Del Toro, and James Caan. That particular score was named "Sleeper Score of the Year" & runner-up for "Best Score of the Year" by Video Watchdog Magazine, MusicFromTheMovies.com called Joe the "Film Music Newcomer of the Year", and Film Score Monthly called his "WOTG" score one of the five "best of the year".

Joe has also collaborated with such directors as Christopher McQuarrie (writer, The Usual Suspects), Bryan Singer (The X-Men), The Farrelly Brothers (Kingpin), Heidi Van Lier (Chi Girl), Diane Keaton, Daniel Petrie Jr. and Charles Russell to name a few. Joe is also an accomplished singer-songwriter who just recently released his debut solo album, "joe kraemer" available from Spindlekix Music.

For more information about Joe, please visit www.joekraemer.com. To purchase Joe Kraemer's album, please visit at this link.

6.26.2003 - 1:28 PM
Every Pixel Tells A Story
The filmmaking team behind Wik was lucky enough to be featured in the feature-length documentary "Every Pixel Tells a Story". Produced & directed by Peter Hanson, "Pixel" is an insightful exploration of the digital filmmaking revolution in New York state's Capital District.

"Pixel" introduces viewers to a wide range of independent filmmakers, all of whom prove that with a little ingenuity, access to the right technology, and plenty of tenacity, filmmakers can still practice their craft 3,000 miles from Hollywood.

This documentary will be airing on the Albany-NY PBS affiliate WMHT on Monday, July 7th at 10PM.

To view a sample clip, please click here.

For more information about the documentary, please contact Peter Hanson at peterchanson@yahoo.com

6.26.2003 - 01:21PM
Sirsy On Board
We are extremely pleased to announce that the most promising and talented musical act in the area, SIRSY, has agreed to contribute a song to the WIK soundtrack (as well as make a special cameo in the film). In addition to being brilliant & talented musicians, SIRSY are some of the nicest people in the world and truly great friends. So, we are thrilled to have them contribute something to our humble project.

For more information, please check them out at www.sirsy.com.

6.26.2003 - 01:14PM
Wikthemovie.com to be updated on Thursday, June 26th
Just wanted to let you know that we have a bunch of new goodies going up on the website through out the day on Thursday, June 26th; including six more teaser clips, five awesome Behind The Scenes clips, our eight minute segment from the digital filmmaking Documentary "Every Pixel Tells a Story", and more!

We will also be premiering the first two official teaser trailers from the film to the website late on Thursday. Running approx. 2:30 min each, these two trailers are meant to tease, challenge and intrigue. Enjoy!

6.26.2003 - 01:10PM
"In the Criminal Justice System..."
We are happy to announce that we have finalized a deal
with Steven Zirnkilton to do some voice-over work for
a future WIK trailer. Now, you may be asking yourself
who Mr. Zirnkilton is? Well, if you've seen the hit
NBC televison show "Law & Order", you have been
witness to his wonderful work. His voice is heard at
the beginning of each and every episode and begins,
"In the criminal justice system, there are two groups
..."

Well, Mr. Zirnkilton has agreed to do a similarly
themed voice-over for WIK, penned specifically for the
film!!! Very exciting news, indeed.

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7.21.2003 - 10:36am	Michael Swantek & Justin Maine voted BEST FILMMAKERS The readers of the alternative newsweekly METROLAND have selected "MICHAEL SWANTEK & JUSTIN MAINE" as the BEST LOCAL FILMMAKERS of 2003. Thanks to every single one of you who voted! We have some of the most supportive fans in the world, and we simply could not have done this without you! "WIK THE MOVIE" was also chosen as one of the "BEST KEPT SECRETS IN THE CAPITOL REGION". This acknowledgment in particular was a very pleasant surprise to us and helps reinforce WIK's tagline, "Keep The Secret Burning". METROLAND, with a circulation of 40,000, is the Capitol Region's Alternative Newsweekly. Established in 1978, it is also the premier location for the inside scoop on the area's hottest trends in fashion, film, politics and the arts. It is an honor to have been voted BEST LOCAL FILMMAKER by their readership. Thanks again for believing in us and remember, keep the secret burning!
7.02.2003 - 3:26 PM	Not Your Average Joe We are pleased to confirm the participation of acclaimed film composer Joe Kraemer to our humble little project called "Wik". Joe may be best know for his original musical score for the film "The Way of the Gun", starring Ryan Phillippe, Benicio Del Toro, and James Caan. That particular score was named "Sleeper Score of the Year" & runner-up for "Best Score of the Year" by Video Watchdog Magazine, MusicFromTheMovies.com called Joe the "Film Music Newcomer of the Year", and Film Score Monthly called his "WOTG" score one of the five "best of the year". Joe has also collaborated with such directors as Christopher McQuarrie (writer, The Usual Suspects), Bryan Singer (The X-Men), The Farrelly Brothers (Kingpin), Heidi Van Lier (Chi Girl), Diane Keaton, Daniel Petrie Jr. and Charles Russell to name a few. Joe is also an accomplished singer-songwriter who just recently released his debut solo album, "joe kraemer" available from Spindlekix Music. For more information about Joe, please visit www.joekraemer.com. To purchase Joe Kraemer's album, please visit at this link.
6.26.2003 - 1:28 PM	Every Pixel Tells A Story The filmmaking team behind Wik was lucky enough to be featured in the feature-length documentary "Every Pixel Tells a Story". Produced & directed by Peter Hanson, "Pixel" is an insightful exploration of the digital filmmaking revolution in New York state's Capital District. "Pixel" introduces viewers to a wide range of independent filmmakers, all of whom prove that with a little ingenuity, access to the right technology, and plenty of tenacity, filmmakers can still practice their craft 3,000 miles from Hollywood. This documentary will be airing on the Albany-NY PBS affiliate WMHT on Monday, July 7th at 10PM. To view a sample clip, please click here. For more information about the documentary, please contact Peter Hanson at peterchanson@yahoo.com
6.26.2003 - 01:21PM	Sirsy On Board We are extremely pleased to announce that the most promising and talented musical act in the area, SIRSY, has agreed to contribute a song to the WIK soundtrack (as well as make a special cameo in the film). In addition to being brilliant & talented musicians, SIRSY are some of the nicest people in the world and truly great friends. So, we are thrilled to have them contribute something to our humble project. For more information, please check them out at www.sirsy.com.
6.26.2003 - 01:14PM	Wikthemovie.com to be updated on Thursday, June 26th Just wanted to let you know that we have a bunch of new goodies going up on the website through out the day on Thursday, June 26th; including six more teaser clips, five awesome Behind The Scenes clips, our eight minute segment from the digital filmmaking Documentary "Every Pixel Tells a Story", and more! We will also be premiering the first two official teaser trailers from the film to the website late on Thursday. Running approx. 2:30 min each, these two trailers are meant to tease, challenge and intrigue. Enjoy!
6.26.2003 - 01:10PM	"In the Criminal Justice System..." We are happy to announce that we have finalized a deal with Steven Zirnkilton to do some voice-over work for a future WIK trailer. Now, you may be asking yourself who Mr. Zirnkilton is? Well, if you've seen the hit NBC televison show "Law & Order", you have been witness to his wonderful work. His voice is heard at the beginning of each and every episode and begins, "In the criminal justice system, there are two groups ..." Well, Mr. Zirnkilton has agreed to do a similarly themed voice-over for WIK, penned specifically for the film!!! Very exciting news, indeed.
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