Comic film gets special preview
Familiar faces in George’s big-screen venture
GetMeLovedUp.com is a laugh- out-loud comedy starring Margareta Mara, Sean Johnston, Susan Holoran and Paula Dunn.
Well, they may have been the only names listed on the title page, but there were many more stars on screen to be recognised in this locally-produced film.
On Sunday evening, Strathearn Artspace was privileged to be the venue for the preview of local screenplay writer and film-maker George Carson’s latest venture into the world of the silver screen.
An invited audience of locals from Comrie and Crieff, many of them appearing in the film or connected to the project, was there to enjoy a full showing of this labour of love.
Presented under the backing of Blazebuster Productions, George explained to the audience the competition which small enterprises such as this project had to overcome when trying to compete in a multimillion pound industry.
Everything had to start from somewhere and it was hoped, with enough publicity and support, a finished product could be achieved to market through film festivals for distribution in the entertainment world.
GetMeLovedUp.com is a comedy about dating and, as inferred from the title, the two lead characters – Sharon and Kevin – are persuaded by friends and family to join an internet dating site.
Written and directed by former firefighter George, there are some extremely funny and original situations arising out of the dates – with some amusing consequences.
Encouraged by friends, they continue their quest until their separate paths finally come together.
However, it is not only the lonely couple who are seeking the ‘pleasures’ of life and all is finally revealed when Sharon and Kevin meet up by accident at the same wedding where some unexpected twists are uncovered.
But, like Four Weddings and a Funeral, romance does blossom in the end, however.
Residents of the Strathearn area will be familiar with much of the location shots, whether it be in the Deil’s Cauldron Restaurant in Comrie or The Lounge in Crieff, together with other parts of the area – including the final scenes in St Fillans.
This gives the film a very homely touch and as many locals became ‘extras’ – whether it be some Vale of Earn players, diners in the restaurants or other well-known personalities – it all added to the originality of the film, which was enjoyed by everyone present.
Congratulations to all those involved and, if the response from Sunday night’s audience is anything to go by, we can look forward to hearing more about this film in the future.
• See next week’s Herald for more on the film.