This film was created for the 48 Hour Film Competition in Jacksonville Florida, June 20th 2010.

• We are here.
• We are all around you.
• We look, just like you.
• We walk and talk just like you.
• We are not, you.
• One day, WE will replace you.

A story of an alien invasion, of slow, well-planned replacement of humans. But what happens when one of us is discovered? We must be retired.

Starring In Order of Appearance

Sharon Resnikoff

Kevin Ertle

Jessica Palombo

Joe Walz

Deborah Hurm

Jordan Eaker

Sheila Brown

Pat Patterson

Daniel Wiggins

Mary Parsegyan

Tech Crew

Wayne Phillips

Bob Fegan

Jim Wiggins

Matt Calise

Trip Wiggins

Pat Richart

Brian Whited

Catherine Currier

Kristin Eaker

Music

Guillermo Ocasio

Heather Eastridge

Special thanks to

Players by the Sea

Below are a few composite sketches/photos that are the beginnings of these new works. I’ll post more as these works begin and do a few “works in progress” type of images/videos  (Embrace the Blue) as before.

It was a bitter winter’s eve, Christmas eve, a fact that had pretty much escaped Amelia’s mind during the course of events over the last two days. Sitting by her husband’s bedside in this small country hospital, listening to the doctor’s diagnosis of her husband’s condition had left her soul cold and retreat. This was compounded by her confusion over her brother Daniel being convicted as a traitor to his country and her anger and guilt for blaming him for her husband Jonathan’s accident.

She had just re-read the last letter from Daniel and couldn’t for the life of her understand why he would not have kept his promise. The one he made to her before he and her husband Jonathan shipped off to war, the one he had made so many years ago when they were school children. Daniel was always the champion of the underdog. It was clear growing up that their good friend Jonathan was not the strongest or most physically adept youngster on the block. Amelia believed in a truer measure of a man and that Jonathan was wise beyond his years and had a heart pure as gold. One day she would marry him, of that she was sure.

So began their journey of friendship and love. The bond they shared endured throughout the years, through many trials and suffering, but still Daniel remained steadfast and a good shepherd of his little sister and their friend Jonathan. They also shared many good times as well, in fact “grandest of times” as Daniel would later write. This was specially true for the memories of family meals together, celebrations and homecomings that reinforced the love they shared.

As a strapping young man, Daniel perused a successful career in the military, much to Amelia’s dismay. She simply didn’t understand the love of power and conquest that made up the fabric of men. Daniel wrote to her often from his travels, he had quite a way with words and was able to soothe her concerns from afar and promised, no matter what, to be home each and every Christmas.

Then the unforeseeable happened. War was upon the country and Jonathan, her beloved husband was shipped off to battle into the thick of action. Daniel promised her he would look after Jonathan and see that no harm befell him. For several years, Daniel’s letters were a source of comfort and dread. Dread that one day the words within would bear bad news, comfort when they did not. The last of these letters from her brother were the most upsetting, they confused her beyond measure. The letters detailed, but only partially, some of the dangerous assignments they were to take part in. It was shortly after reading the last letter that Amelia got the call that no wife, no spouse ever wishes to receive. Jonathan had been wounded on a transport home and was in the hospital. To make matters worse, Daniel had disappeared. The days that followed were beyond scandalous as it was reported that Daniel had traded sides and became an enemy the state. Amelia was devastated and rushed to be by her husband’s side.

It was snowing outside Christmas morning, as Amelia raised her head from where it had rested on Jonathan’s shoulder in his hospital bed all night. She hoped and prayed he would wake from the sleep of his injuries.
As she moved to the window to pull back the drapes to better see the new day, she heard the sound she had been wishing for. If nothing else for Christmas and for all the Christmas’s to come, she wanted her husband back. “Are you there?” Jonathan spoke softly from his bed. “Yes my love,” “I’m here” Amelia said trying hard to hold back the tears. Rolling over Jonathan said “I have something I must give you now in case, in case…” “Hush my darling, what ever it is can wait, you must rest.” she said. Jonathan reached to the other side of his night-stand and pulled out a rather tattered satchel and held it out for her. “Inside he said, a letter, from Daniel.”
Amelia helped her husband settle back into bed, then sat back in her chair and opened the letter. Her hands began to tremble. The letter was dated just days before Jonathan’s accident and her brother’s disappearance. It was short and she could tell, hastily written.

My Dearest Amelia.

Time is short, but I wanted you to know a few things.  Daniel and I were captured by the enemy a few days ago. I believe I have convinced them that I’m a spy and working for their side. Somehow, it looks as though I’ve also tricked them into believing that Daniel was an innocent civilian, simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. However this plays out over the course of the next few days I must break one promise to you my dearest sister – I don’t think I’ll be home this Christmas. But my love will forever be with you. I am keeping my one promise, my “Gift” to you, I just put your husband on a train headed home.

Your brother, Daniel.

Directed by Paul Moss, this is a hilarious comedy about clinic that treats dysfunctional personalities. Playing two very different characters, a co-dependent middle-eastern man “Amir” and a homeless profit.

King Lear, Looby Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by Sean O’Connell. After several performances for “Theatre in the Lights” Shakespeare monologues Anthony took on a leading role of “Edmund” son to King Lear.

Come Blow Your Horn, Lakewood Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by William Doris, Anthony plays the lead playboy role of “Alan” in this Neil Simon comedy.

To Kill A Mockingbird, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 1996

Directed by Megan Phifer, Anthony plays the role of the villain “Bob Ewel.

Inspecting Carol, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 2005

Directed by Sean LeNoble, Anthony plays the role of theatre manager “Kevin Emory.”

Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, Atlantic Beach, FL 2006

Directed by Barbara Evans, Anthony plays another comical character “Michael Menetti” in this charming two-cast production that includes various styles of dancing.

Tuna Christmas, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 2007

Directed by John Pope in this two-man show played women, men and a midget.

Anthony Hodge has been performing on-stage for over 20 years, in addition, I’ve had the pleasure to both write and direct plays that have received excellent reviews. Below is a partial list of both.

PRODUCTION HIGHLIGHTS (not a complete list)

Vampire Love, Shalom Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Written and Directed by Anthony Hodge

Dentity Crisis, Actor’s Playhouse, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by Anthony Hodge, an off -the-wall comedy by Christopher Durang

Actor’s Nightmare, Actor’s Playhouse, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by Anthony Hodge, an off -the-wall comedy by Christopher Durang

Days of Wine and Roses, DreamWeaver Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Assistant Directed by Anthony Hodge

Karma, DreamWeaver Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Written and Directed by Anthony Hodge

Monster Under My Bed and Toothpick, DreamWeaver Theatre, Nashville, TN 1993

Children’s Theatre – Written and Directed by Anthony Hodge

A Midsummer Night’s Dream , Shakespeare Tavern, Atlanta, GA 1993

Assistant Directed by Anthony Hodge

The Encounter (a One Act), Lakewood Theatre, Nashville, TN 1994

Written and Directed by Anthony Hodge

Murder Mystery, Dave & Busters, Atlanta, GA 1994

Assistant Directed by Anthony Hodge

Anthony Hodge has been involved in theatre for over 20 years, performing on-stage  in shows such as “Neil Simon’s Come Blow Your Horn”, “Shakespeare’s King Lear, “The Taming of the Shrew” and Othello, “To Kill A Mockingbird” as the vileness Bob Ewell,  “It’s a Wonderful Life”, 11 characters in the two-man show “Tuna Christmas” as well as Off-Broadway shows as “Actor’s Nightmare and “Vampire Lesbians of Sodom.”

In addition to on-stage work, Anthony has directed, produced and written over a dozen plays as well as design many sets and marketing materials for shows. When not on stage, Anthony is always involved in some form of “art,” such, fine art and photography, film and videography.

PRODUCTION HIGHLIGHTS (not a complete list)

New Beginings of Life, The New Play Theatre, Nashville, TN 1990

Directed by Paul Moss, this is a hilarious comedy about clinic that treats dysfunctional personalities. Playing two very different characters, a co-dependent middle-eastern man “Amir” and a homeless profit.

Denitity Crisis, Actor’s Playhouse, Nashville, TN 1991

Directed by Barbara Moore, this off -the-wall comedy by Christopher Durang lends itself to a multitude of characters, primarily the role of Mr. Summers.

Actor’s Nightmare, Actor’s Playhouse, Nashville, TN 1991

Directed by Joel Meriwether, Anthony playing the role of Henry.

King Lear, Looby Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by Sean O’Connell. After several performances for “Theatre in the Lights” Shakespeare monologues Anthony took on a leading role of “Edmund” son to King Lear.

Vampire Lesbians of Sodom, Actor’s Playhouse, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by Dennis Ewing, Anthony plays another duel role as “Oatsie Carere” a nosy reporter who later turns out to be the feared vampire hunter “Salzasar.”

Days of Wine and Roses, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by George W. Manas, Jr., Anthony plays the father “Ellis Arnesn” of an alcoholic daughter.

Come Blow Your Horn, Lakewood Theatre, Nashville, TN 1992

Directed by William Doris, Anthony plays the lead playboy role of “Alan” in this Neil Simon comedy.

To Kill A Mockingbird, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 1996

Directed by Megan Phifer, Anthony plays the role of the villain “Bob Ewel.”

Inspecting Carol, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 2005

Directed by Sean LeNoble, Anthony plays the role of theatre manager “Kevin Emory.”

Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, Atlantic Beach, FL 2006

Directed by Barbara Evans, Anthony plays another comical character “Michael Menetti” in this charming two-cast production that includes various styles of dancing.

Tuna Christmas, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 2007

Directed by John Pope in this two-man show played women, men and a midget.

It’s A Wonderful Life, Player’s By The Sea, Jacksonville Beach, FL 2007

Directed by Bob Pritchard, Anthony plays the role of the Bank Clerk/State Examiner.

Many of the shows I acted in I also provided the photography for, but I also began taking photographs for many other theatres as well. Nashville Tennessee, Atlanta Geroge, then finally Florida where I know live.

Some of my most favorite images are typically not the ones used in promotional advertising or press, but lean towards the more creative side. I will usually stage many shots as set-ups for press releases, but then I will also attend final dress rehearsals in an attempt to capture more unique poses that capture the true feeling of a show’s content, but might not play as well in print.

Cabaret

Hair

Julius X

Pippin

All The Way Home

]]> http://graphicstation.com/art/?feed=rss2&p=229 0 http://graphicstation.com/art/?p=142 http://graphicstation.com/art/?p=142#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:00:52 +0000 ahodge http://graphicstation.com/art/?p=142 Amber – The subject of many photographic series, some images of which were used as reference for paintings. Amber was a dear friend of the family during the early 90′s. She has the spirit of pixie angel in the gardens and the hair that screams I’m full of nature, wild and free.