Sensored

Sensored and KeJo Productions at American Film Market!

2011-01-05T13:13:00.000-08:00

Sensored was represented at the American Film Market this year by our foreign Sales Representative Wonderphil Productions. It was a very good market this year with many buyers opening their checkbooks and buying films. Attendance was up by 6% and the number of buyers rose 1 percent to 664 from 658 last year.

I spent a lot of time networking at the pool and finally had the opportunity to meet Beth from SPF who has been handling the replication of our DVD's. She knows everyone and introduced me to some other producers which lead to finding companies that design DVD covers, Video On Demand resources and marketing material designers.

Our Rep is following up with leads from France, Italy, Germany and others and we hope that our film will be seen in other countries very soon.

Sensored and Imagination: A Movie Review

2010-08-20T12:09:00.000-07:00

Here is a another great review on Sensored from Michael Allen over at 28 Days Later.

Sensored now available on YouTube.com

2010-07-13T13:43:00.001-07:00

You can now watch Sensored instantly on your computer for 48 hours for just $3.99 rental. We hope many of you that have been wanting to see it, can now watch it whenever you like. Go to YouTube.com and search for Sensored or here. Thanks for your support!

Actor update: Michelle Page on Bones tonight!

2010-07-01T14:56:00.000-07:00

Our "Tara" in Sensored and our "Mara" in Rogue River will be playing a punked-out teenager with a big problem on Bones tonight. It airs on TNT at 9pm PST in the USA. Check your local listings for the time in your area.

Horror Society reviews Sensored

2010-06-15T16:59:00.000-07:00

Latest review on Sensored by www.horrorsociety.com
Thanks to KruegerVoorheesGRL! Glad you like the film and recommended it to others. Read the review, you'll want to see the film. It is available now on Amazon.com! Speaking of Amazon, here is another review from an Amazon viewer:

By	Intlviking "JW" (Los Gatos, CA)

Sensored is a cult classic in the making. At times simple, at times complex; it will leave you guessing right up to the end. Unlike most movies in this genre, you can watch it several times and still be surprised at what you uncover - it is anything but formulaic. If you're looking for a movie that captivates you from the start and has you both amused and confused, this is your movie. You'll appreciate the complexity of the story and the fact that it's not just another "run-of-the-mill" pshyco-drama.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie!!!

Sensored at the Cannes Film Market

2010-06-14T16:15:00.000-07:00

We thought we would share a picture from the Cannes Film Market that was taken by our partner, Wonderphil Productions. We have our fingers crossed that buyers will be purchasing our film shortly and that our film will be seen outside of N. America!

Sensored is now shipping on Amazon.com!

2010-05-13T17:22:00.000-07:00

After three years, a little blood (not all fake), sweat and a few real tears, Sensored is now available to all on Amazon.com!

I just emailed Chris from Australia that just posted a nice review about the film and it hit me that we are reaching people all over the world. It is incredible.

Welcome Japan!

2010-05-12T18:23:00.001-07:00

There was a posting of our poster on a popular Japanese website today and we have been getting a ton of visitors. Let us know if you would like to see Sensored in your country. Just leave a comment that says, "Yes." We have many other upcoming projects and investment opportunities on the horizon. If you are interested in joining "friends" of KeJo Productions, please drop us a line at info@kejopro.com

New Movie Poster and DVD Design for Sensored

2010-05-11T12:31:00.001-07:00

Sensored Ad in the new Fangoria Magazine on newstands now!

2010-05-04T16:38:00.001-07:00

Want to see Sensored in your country?

2010-04-28T12:35:00.000-07:00

Our foreign sales rep will be in Cannes, France very soon meeting with buyers. Leave us a comment here if you would like to see Sensored in your country! You can also send us a message at: info@kejopro.com

Gasparilla International Film Festival Review

2010-04-20T18:13:00.001-07:00

GIFF micro-reviews for 'Happythankyoumoreplease', 'You', 'Endure', 'Sensored', and 'Thespians'

We just want to thank the GIFF for inviting Sensored to screen in Tampa in March. A huge shout out to Russell Hess for all of his hard work promoting the film for us since we could not attend. We also want to thank Joe Belcastro for a great review of our film for the Tampa Movie Examiner. You realize that even though this film was done on such a low budget, the only thing that matters is what is on the screen in the end. No critic or audience member cares how much it did or didn't cost to make. They just want to be entertained. It looks like we might of accomplished just that.

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First Amazon.com Customer Review of 'Sensored'

2010-02-18T21:11:00.000-08:00

We wanted to thank Tooloose Lowtrek "KrimeKrooKrow" from Northern California who gave our film 5 stars and took the time to write the following review:
"this is probably the most intelligent psyche thriller I've seen in years. Caught it at the sacramento film festival. Creates it's own sick and perverted world that
tests the viewer's own judgement and discernment. Either way it is demented beyond belief and very very creatively imagined and fleshed out."

Deliverables For Distribution

2010-02-17T11:35:00.000-08:00

Preparing for distribution and all the materials and deliverable items that come along with it can be daunting. I would recommend starting this process in pre-production. Items that are requirements, require planning from the beginning of the film-making process. For example, DVD extras such as behind-the-scenes, interviews and director commentary used to be a nice to have. Now, they are expected and will be part of your materials list to the distributor. This has to be planned for in pre-production so you have a crew that can film on set while you are filming. You cannot go back after production wraps. Also, you want to take advantage of your talent while they are on location for interviews as you won't have the luxury later. People move on to other projects and you want to get them while they are going through the process. Still photography is also really important. I have made the mistake too many times, not having a person dedicated to this role. You will be required to provide at least 50 high-resolution stills and for us working in the digital world, we always say we can just pull tiffs from the actual footage. This isn't the best strategy as someone has to actually take the time to go through terabytes of footage, pick the clips, color correct which all takes an enormous amount of time. Easier to pay a professional photographer upfront. Some of the other items to be prepared for are cast and crew list, above-the-line bios, synopsis, graphic art materials, music clearances, copyright, audio files and a master of your film. It is a lot of work, but very rewarding when you have a chance for your work to be on store shelves and seen in multiple languages in many parts of the world.

Sensored partnering with Wonderphil Productions

2010-02-11T11:09:00.000-08:00

We just signed on with Wonderphil Productions to represent our film at many of the major film/TV markets coming up. First with be at MIPTV in Cannes in April. We hope that working with Wonderphil will bring 'Sensored' to many of you that have been following us outside of the U.S. We'll keep you posted as things progress in other territories throughout the world.

Pre-Order your Sensored Blu-Ray!

2010-01-23T12:40:00.000-08:00

You can now pre-order 'Sensored' on Blu-Ray on Amazon.com

If you are a Netflix subscriber, you can also add to your queue now!

New DVD release date is April 6th. You will be able to purchase at Wal-Mart, Best Buy and many more local retailers in N. America.

Thank for supporting independent filmmaking!

Target Development Group and Hannover House Acquire Acclaimed Suspense-Thriller, "Sensored"

2009-12-31T10:55:00.000-08:00

SPRINGDALE, AR--(Marketwire - 12/10/09) - Hannover House, the film and video releasing label for Target Development Group, Inc. (Pinksheets:TDGI - News) (Other:www.TargetDevelopmentGroup.com, www.HannoverHouse.com), has acquired the North American video rights to "Sensored," an acclaimed suspense thriller starring Robert Picardo ("Star Trek: Voyager," "Stargate Atlantis," "Stargate SGI").

The agreement was entered into between Target-Hannover House president Fred Shefte with Jo and Kevin Haskin, of KeJo Productions, LLC, an up-and-coming feature film production company headquartered in Sacramento, California.

In "Sensored," Robert Picardo plays Wade Nixon, a children's book author trying to keep his frayed mind from unraveling. Wade's battle with his own demons causes him to believe there is a conspiracy against him. Hanging in the balance is his legacy, and he'll stop at nothing to prove its reality. The line between mundane reality and horrific fantasy is skillfully blurred in this powerful film that Movie News described as "intense and intelligent... a top quality thriller that delivers the goods."

"Sensored" has generated enthusiastic audience reactions in sneak preview screenings, with research feedback meeting or exceeding results generated by the current, indie-cinema hit, "Paranormal Activity."

Legendary film director Joe Dante ("Gremlins," "Small Soldiers") provided insightful commentary about the film.

"The great Robert Picardo gets inside the mind of a madman in Ryan Todd's unexpected, riveting mindbender that plays like a horror film but ends up being so much more. A tour-de-force for one of my favorite actors, who at last gets to carry a picture. Sarah Knowlton is likewise memorable. Timely, thoughtful and altogether engrossing. One of the year's finest indies." -- Joe Dante.

The film was directed by Ryan Todd and produced by Kevin Haskin and Jo Haskin of KeJo Productions, LLC.

"Sensored" is not currently rated by the MPAA, but is expected to earn a "R" rating when reviewed by the Classifications and Ratings Administration. The film runs for 91 minutes and is in color and stereo. DVDs of "Sensored" will be priced at $19.95 suggested retail and Blu-Ray units will be priced at $24.95 suggested retail. The DVD UPC number is 7-6145073673-3 and the Blu-Ray UPC number is 7-6145003673-4. Hannover House and Target have set a video release date for Tuesday, February 2, 2010.

For more information on the film or to view the trailer, visit: www.SensoredTheMovie.com. For more information on Target Development Group, Inc. and Hannover House, contact Fred Shefte at 479-751-4500 / email: dfs.hannoverhouse@sbcglobal.net

Talent Update

2009-09-10T10:52:00.001-07:00

Matt Thompson who plays Marcus in "Sensored" just wrapped his next feature film, "Phase Two" last month. Here is a link to the press release regarding the film.

Also, look for Michelle Page who plays Tara in the newest, national Taco Bell commercial with Evander Holyfield airing now!

Trailer Storyboards

2009-09-08T17:54:00.000-07:00

I just came across these old storyboards as I am going through old Sensored files and folders gathering materials that will be needed for distribution. Every distributor is different, but we wanted to get a head start on making sure we have things together like our publicity items (Still photos, press releases, TV spots, deleted scenes, posters, postcards, artwork, ect.), documentation items (Final shooting script, chain of title, credit block, ect.) cast and crew lists and the lists upon lists that continues on. I digressed. It is interesting to revisit these original storyboards from our first teaser we shot to help show investors our vision. This was way back in 2007 and for those of you that have seen the film, you'll agree that many of the shots Ryan put in these storyboards, ended up in the final cut of the film.

These were created long before we knew we would be shooting on the RED camera, before we knew Robert Picardo would be Wade Mixon and before the excitement of having a finished film with great visuals, actors that brought it, original music and a 5.1 Dolby surround sound mix. It is fun to look back to the past, while dreaming of the future.

Interview with KCRA Channel 3 & Robert Picardo

2009-09-01T18:24:00.000-07:00

Oh, what a night!

2009-07-27T09:58:00.000-07:00

Thank you to everyone (including Mayor Kevin Johnson) that came out to support the screening of 'Sensored' at the Sacramento Film & Music Festival! If you liked the movie, please write a review on imdb.com.

155 pictures of this gala event, have been posted here by the talented Rich Baum.

Auburn Journal Article

2009-07-16T21:45:00.000-07:00

LOCAL FILM SNAGS SCI-FI STAR By Gus Thomson

Auburn-born independent film producer Jo Haskin has a big sci-fi name in tow for Friday, July 24’s premiere at Sacramento’s Crest Theatre of her Roseville production company’s new movie “Sensored.”

Actor Robert Picardo, a major player on “Star Trek Voyager” and “Stargate: Atlantis,” is the lead actor in a psychological thriller that KeJo Productions hopes to find a slot on cable TV.

Haskin and husband, Kevin, are giving new meaning to the word’s “in-house” with “Sensored.”

The Haskins not only serve as co-producers with Eric Mansur but Kevin wrote the screenplay about a children’s author struggling with reality.

And their house in Roseville turned into a mini-studio, with six different locations inside, including the couple’s four-car garage. In all, “Sensored” shot 19 days on the property.

The couple previously shot a short film in Auburn called “A Bullet Over Five” that made use of locations like the High Street Café.

Haskin grew up in Penryn and attended Del Oro High School. With 16-hour days and film lights squirreled away in her bedroom for the next day’s shoot, Haskin said she’s never brought her work home quite like the way she did for “Sensored.” It’s being screened at the 10th annual Sacramento Film and Music Festival.

The moviemaking couple is already working on a new film. The next one will be a drama and they’re moving toward hiring an Academy Award winner and an Academy Award nominee for acting roles.

Press Release hits the wire!

2009-07-13T21:30:00.000-07:00

Sacramento, CA, July 13, 2009 --(PR.com)-- KeJo Productions, LLC today announced the feature film, “Sensored,” starring Robert Picardo (Star Trek Voyager, Stargate: Atlantis), will have a star-studded screening at the 10th Annual Sacramento Film and Music Festival on Friday, July 24th, 8:00PM at the Crest Theatre.

“Sensored” is a dramatic thriller, which captures the steady unraveling of a children’s book author’s twisted, lurid psyche. The film was shot entirely in Placer County and the City of Sacramento. “We could not have accomplished so much, without the strong community support from our hometown and the surrounding areas,” said Jo Haskin, Producer of Sensored.

“Every year we look for the best independent films from around the world as well as the most cutting-edge productions from our own community,” said Nathan Schemel, Festival Founder and Co-Director. “Finding a film like “Sensored” which is both of those things is an obvious fit for the Festival and natural pick to open our tenth season!” This gala opening night celebration begins with a 6:30 PM reception, catered by Rubio’s, followed by the film screening and an after-party at Cosmo Café with cast and crew.

The majority of the cast, including star, Robert Picardo, is expected to attend. More festival information is available now and tickets can be purchased online or at the Crest Theatre box office.

About Sensored

Director: Ryan Todd

Producers: Jo Haskin, Eric Mansur, Kevin Haskin

Writer: Kevin Haskin

Starring: Robert Picardo, Brian Rife, Sarah Knowlton, Michelle Page, Chase Anthony Hodge, David Fine, and Mary Mackey.

Wade (Robert Picardo), a children’s’ book author, struggles with his perception of reality while trying to keep his frayed mind from unraveling. His stability and lucidity are in question as his thoughts are increasingly pummeled by the terror of his murderous fixations. The line between reality and delusion grows steadily uncertain as his fight between good and evil begins to dilute any chance he has at living in the present. In the balance hangs Wade's only shred of existence, his legacy, and he will stop at nothing to merge it with reality.

About KeJo Productions, LLC:

Emmy-nominated Producer, Jo Haskin and award-winning Writer/Director Kevin Haskin founded KeJo Productions, LLC in 2004. The production company’s mission is to produce unique and innovative feature films and commercials.

About Sacramento Film and Music Festival

The Sacramento Film and Music Festival (SFMF), presented by Sactown Magazine, is a large, multi-day, all-genre international film festival held annually in Sacramento, California. It has been in operation under consistent direction and ownership since 2000. The festival's mission is to celebrate and showcase excellent filmmaking from around the world and to be a leading sponsor and facilitator of the art of film in California's Capital region.

View the Sensored trailer on your Smartphone!

2009-07-11T08:51:00.000-07:00

Text: sensored to 69556 to have a message with link sent to your phone.

Text: tix to 69556 for showtime and to purchase tickets to the gala screening on July 24th in Sacramento!

Finishing Touches!

2009-07-09T13:57:00.000-07:00

We spent our 4th of July holiday in Hollywood finishing up the sound design and incorporating the music into our film. I continue to feel very lucky that the most talented people have given so much of themselves into this project. Marcus Zalewski, words cannot describe how excited we were to hear your sound design and how much fun we had working with you. The Dolby 5.1 rocked! You are a very talented guy and you truly made the sound another character. Thanks for hooking us up in the "big room." You spoiled us, but made us realize that dreams do come true.

Alexis Grapsas, also thanks to you for again working on additional music in a very short timeframe. The composition is so strong and really sets up the audience to brace themselves or take a breath. It was great to finally meet the Composer that was hired from Craigslist and that had risen to top of over 150 resumes and demos.

Tickets are now on sale!

2009-06-28T17:00:00.000-07:00

Tickets are available now for the special screening of Sensored. There are two level of tickets:

$25 for reception catered by Rubio's + screening

$10 for screening only

Visit Tickets.com and search 'Sensored' to purchase now!

It is going to be a fun-filled night. Hope you can join us!

Screening update!

2009-06-22T17:50:00.000-07:00

Tickets will be going on sale very soon but this is what is in store for July 24th at the Crest Theater in Sacramento:
6:30 pm Reception catered by Rubio's. First 50 people in the door will receive a poster autographed by Robert Picardo

8:00 pm Special screening of Sensored

10:00 pm After-Party at the Cosmo Cafe (within walking distance of the theater)

Come join us for this fun-filled evening!

Great rate for the Citizen Hotel!

2009-06-20T12:28:00.000-07:00

Special Sensored Screening July 24th, 2009!

2009-06-11T14:52:00.001-07:00

Please join us for a gala screening of Sensored with cast and crew in attendance. You will have a chance to meet Robert Picardo and the supporting cast of Sensored during the reception. Rubio's is catering! We also will be hosting an after party within walking distance of the beautiful Crest Theater in downtown Sacramento after the screening. Please check back here often or at the Sacramento Film & Music Festival's website for times and ticket information.

Michelle Page on Ghost Whisperer & Saving Grace!

2009-04-30T11:18:00.000-07:00

Don't miss Michelle Page on Ghost Whisperer as the guest lead opposite Jennifer Love Hewitt on Friday, May 1st on CBS. Michelle plays Emma Silber, who lost her entire family in a tragic accident. If you've never caught an episode, Jennifer Love Hewitt plans Melinda Gordon, who has the ability to see and talk with the spirits of dead people. Melinda helps ghosts wandering around who are trapped between worlds by helping them to resolve unfulfilled aspects of their former life. We know Michelle is going to kill it! Check your local listings for time slot.

Michelle will also be guest starring on the season premiere of Saving Grace on TNT, starring Holly Hunter June 16th 10/9c. Mark your calendars and set your DVR!

Sensored Screening-Mark your calendars!

2009-04-28T11:54:00.000-07:00

The Sacramento Film & Music Festival is celebrating 10 years this year! We are honored to have been asked to screen Sensored opening night on July 24th, 2009. This will be a star-studded event, with other activities surrounding opening night. Please keep checking here for updated information as it comes in. We are looking forward to celebrating with the cast, crew and community that helped make it all happen.

Michelle Page on Castle on ABC - March 23, 2009

2009-03-19T14:08:00.000-07:00

Michelle Page (Tara in Sensored) will be guest starring on CASTLE, the new ABC TV series, next Monday, March 23rd. Check your local listings for the time. Michelle plays "Punky" a New York private school student Amanda. Here is Michelle with the star of the show, Nathan Fillion (Richard Castle). You'll enjoy this crime solving drama with a hint of romance and comedy. Also, watch for a new Taco Bell commercial Michelle just shot with the famed boxer Evander Holyfield. She also just completed filming two weeks as the guest lead on GHOST WHISPERER with Jennifer Love Hewitt. The CBS TV show just wrapped their season, so the episode with not be airing until May. We'll keep you posted... She also has four independent films in the works shooting in Portland, Canada, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Such a talent!

Robert Picardo Gives Us A Piece Of His Mind - By Ian Cullen

2009-03-17T10:35:00.000-07:00

Robert Picardo gives new interview on SciFiPulse.net
He talks Sensored, Star Trek Voyager and Stargate Atlantis. Find out which actor Robert most admires.

Sarah Knowlton on Desperate Housewives!

2009-03-13T14:59:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Sarah for landing a guest spot on Desperate Housewives! Set your Tivo's for April 19th to see her episode. Sarah plays "Gail" in Sensored and Gail tends to be a bit desperate herself.

We wish Sarah continued success!

The Title of this post is "Titles".

2009-03-10T17:17:00.000-07:00

We would like to introduce Nick Trivundza to our Sensored fans. Do we have any fans?It looks like we may have a few and some from as far away as China, Germany, Australia, Switzerland, Austria, India, Italy and many more. Regardless, Nick has done one amazing job on the opening title credits. You may view on his website here. It may take a few minutes to download, but wait until it finishes before playing. It will be worth the wait! Nick was able to take the main character's career as a children's book author and incorporate it into the opening credits. Brilliant!

See a Scene or Two from Sensored...

2009-02-06T16:58:00.000-08:00

The winner of the OpenCut 3 --the RED VFX project is Corey Milne!

We were excited to see Corey's work and you can too here!

Corey won a prize package worth $10,499 + he will be named as one of the key Visual Effects Artist in the Sensored credits.

Congratulations! Thank you for a job well done, under a very tight deadline!

Comstock's Magazine Article - The Red See by Nick Parish

2009-01-22T14:28:00.000-08:00

Great new article on the Red Camera, Silverado Systems and KeJo Productions! Comstock's Magazine is celebrating 25 years of business insight for the California's capital region. You can buy it on a news stand today or see the article here.

Post Production Update

2008-12-17T16:27:00.000-08:00

Our composer Alexis Grapsas will be finished with the original score in just a few days and Marcus Zalewski our sound re-recording mixer will begin his work at the end of the month. We would also like to welcome Nick Trivundza to the team. He is coming up with the very creative titles that will be in the opening credits. They will have something to do with the fact that our lead character Wade is a children's book author but that is all I can reveal at this time.

Stay tuned for the possibility of a free SENSORED ringtone in the near future.

About the Story...

2008-11-29T08:56:00.000-08:00

Registration now open for Sensored REDVFX!

2008-10-27T14:06:00.000-07:00

If you or someone you know is a VFX master, we are looking for you! Sensored has two green screen scenes which needs your creative touch. Receive credit on a feature film staring Robert Picardo, shot on the RED One, if you are the most creative. Check out http://www.opencut.org for a message from our Director Ryan Todd and all of the details, rules and registration form.

Sensored Music Composer - Alexis Grapsas!

2008-10-24T16:59:00.000-07:00

We would like to introduce you to Music Composer, Alexis Grapsas. We are excited to add yet another incredibly talented person to our team. Alexis' career began in Greece where he pursued a degree in Classical Piano and Composition, while working as a professional musician. After extensive studies, he moved to Boston and studied at Berklee College of Music as a recipient of the WST and BAS scholarships where he earned a BA in Film Scoring. In 07', he won the Berklee Film Scoring Contest and the BCSO's Composition Competition.

For you listening pleasure, Alexis' music gallery is located here.

New Picardo Interview

2008-10-18T13:01:00.000-07:00

By Robert Falconer - CinemaSpy

Christopher Michael Holley in Pride and Glory!

2008-10-17T18:46:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Christopher Michael Holley shown here with co-stars Jon Voight and Colin Farrell at the Pride and Glory premiere in New York City. Christopher plays officer Miles Kujourn in 'Sensored' and plays Detective Miller in 'Pride and Glory'. Make sure to check out the movie written by Galvin O' Connor and Sacramento native Joe Carnahan opening on October 24th. You can see Christopher opposite Edward Norton in the movie trailer here.

Behind the Scenes #3!

2008-10-14T12:55:00.000-07:00

Michelle Page on THE MENTALIST (CBS) Tuesday, Oct. 14th!

2008-10-13T18:59:00.000-07:00

Michelle Page (Tara in Sensored) will be the lead guest star on The Mentalist, tomorrow night at 9pm PST. This is a great new show staring Simon Baker (Devil Wears Prada). Michelle plays a Malibu surfer girl so you might not recognize her with her short, highlighted new locks. Also Michelle was in the Daily Variety on October 12th which talks about her upcoming role in 'Sensored'. Way to go Michelle!

Naked!

2008-09-30T09:46:00.000-07:00

Sarah Knowlton who plays "Gail" in 'Sensored' will be on House tonight before the opening credits. The spot is appropriately called, "The Teaser".

Test Screening at the Crest Theater

2008-09-25T18:49:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all of you that came out to the Crest Theater last night to watch our film and be part of the post production process. Your honest feedback was so valuable and appreciated! The majority of you liked it, you really, really liked it!

With Ryan Todd and Brian Hamm at the editing helm, we are not surprised. Thank you to Eric Mansur for ordering those cool Moo cards from London and coming up with those great questionnaires. Also, check out the Sensored poster behind us. It was created by the amazing DC Comic book artist, Sam Kieth for Comic Con this past July.

David Fine on Horror Kung-Fu Theatre

2008-09-20T13:38:00.000-07:00

Horror Kung-Fu Theatre is the longest running horror show in Los Angeles. It reaches 2.5 million households. The show is hosted by The Nightshadow and is a mixture of In Living Color/Elvira's Movie Macabre/Cirque du Soleil. They have done over 700 episodes and has been suspended for fights during the show, fights before the show, fire on set, explosion on set, hundred of crickets being release in the studio and just bad comedy skits. David Fine who plays agent Jefferies in Sensored will be on their Halloween episode which features several actors who've killed people in horror films. We are not sure of the air date, but David will be in the studio on September 27th. We'll keep you posted in case you live in the L.A. area and want to check out the show!

To The Dump...

2008-08-24T10:49:00.000-07:00

After almost 6 months, the two constructed sets have now been demolished. It was hard to see them come down after seeing how much work it took to construct. Thank you again to Toby Annis our Set Designer for closing this chapter on Sensored. We will have some time lapse footage of the deconstruction on the dvd.

Sensored Trailer Wins Contest!

2008-08-19T14:11:00.000-07:00

Our trailer that you can see on the website won "Best Trailer" at the Sacramento Film and Music Festival this past weekend. Thanks Ryan for entering it and representing at this year's festival.

EPK's... Check!

2008-08-08T07:29:00.000-07:00

In getting ready for distribution, we must put together an electronic press kit (EPK) which includes behind the scenes interviews and footage. We have an amazing team of people led by Kristina Rodrigues. Before ripping down our two main sets this weekend, we wanted to get the rest of the interviews with Ryan our Director, Brian our DP, Eric and Kevin our Producers, Toby our Production Designer and Brian Rife, one of our lead actors. I think everyone gained another level of respect for all you actors. There is a reason why most of this group is behind the camera. A few shots of courage went down before a few stepped in front of the camera.

Sensored partners with Movieset.com

2008-07-26T08:59:00.000-07:00

We have another website up and running over at Movieset.com

There are some new behind the scene photos posted for you to check out. The website is all about promoting behind the scenes with videos, pictures, concept art, ect. They are helping us build an audience one click at a time. It is a cool site, click here to check it out.

Special MovieMaker Magazine Offer!

2008-07-21T14:28:00.000-07:00

For a limited time, MovieMaker magazine is offering friends of KeJo Productions and Sensored a FREE copy of, The Future of Moviemaking 2008, when you sign up for a one year subscription to MovieMaker at the unheard of price of just $9.95 (more than 75% off the newsstand rate)!

Click here for the special offer!

Mary Mackey Blooper! Say ay-OR-tuh!

2008-07-16T20:51:00.000-07:00

Robert Picardo at Comic Con

2008-07-16T14:57:00.000-07:00

Comic Con kicks off in San Diego on July 24, 2008. Our own Robert Picardo will be on hand at the Lightspeed Fine Art booth signing autographs. For any of you that plan on attending or live in the area, Robert will be signing on Friday from 10:00am-11:30am and Saturday, TBD. Come by the booth and pick up a limited-run postcard illustrated by non other than Sam Kieth. Sam is best known for his revolutionary comic, "The Maxx." We'll be posting the artwork shortly.

New Interview with Michelle Page

2008-07-01T21:16:00.000-07:00

Check out this great interview with Real TV Films! Thanks Michelle for the great shout out not only for Sensored but for our next project... Size of Society. You ARE our Avery!

Pick-Ups Day 2

2008-06-30T12:29:00.000-07:00

Part of the gang is back! Brian Rife is back in the rack getting tortured and we brought a stand in for Michelle Page to pick up some inserts of her hand pulling Rife's foot down on a spike, ouch!

Last Comic Standing

2008-06-26T22:07:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Michael Meehan and the Meehan Brothers for making it to Vegas and the semi finals of NBC's Last Comic Standing! We know Michael as Officer Turner in Sensored, but now America will know what a funny and talented guy he is. Michael's audition for Sensored was one of our favorites... Do you have any dry-roasted nuts?

Pick-Ups

2008-06-25T18:21:00.000-07:00

We are getting ready for three days of pick-up shots this next week. Another giant step forward in getting our movie finished. Toby, our Production Designer was back on location today working on putting the sets back together after four months. He'll have to bring out the paint, bring back some key props and do some set dressing, but that should be about it. We'll have a small crew and poor Brian Rife will have to go through some more torture. Not only for the scenes but in real life too. Looks like a chest waxing and jacked-up hair cut is in his future.

Rough Cut Done!

2008-06-23T20:11:00.000-07:00

Brian and Ryan have been very busy in the editing room and they have done a great job getting the rough cut done. Not only is it done, it looks really great! The story is shaping up nicely and it is fun to actually see some of the footage. I personally was in the office so much, I missed much of the shoot.

Robert Picardo was back in Sacramento last week to complete the voice over/narrative which will help move the story along and help tighten the edit. We had a great time working with the folks at The Track Shack, especially Peter De Leon. You guys have a first rate facility and we were proud to bring the star of our film to your location.

~Jo

Sensored in MovieMaker Magazine!

2008-06-19T12:40:00.001-07:00

Check out this month's issue of MovieMaker magazine with Robert Rodriguez on the front. Great article on the RED One camera including three paragraph's about Sensored, Brian Hamm, Ryan Todd, our short film Paranoid and Silverado Systems. Congratulations!

Blooper!

2008-06-02T22:39:00.000-07:00

Sensored Article on Fangoria.com website!

2008-05-24T10:45:00.000-07:00

Click here for article.

THE EDIT

2008-05-23T21:15:00.000-07:00

Ryan and I (Brian) have been chuggin along great with the edit. Between my office, Ryan's office, and an office downtown with air conditioning, we've made some great progress. Right now we have scenes 31 to 128 roughed in. It's gunna be a unique film. The lead, Wade (Robert Picardo) comes across as a weird fellow. Intriguing too.
Our goal is to have a full rough by the forst week of June and have Kevin and Ryan rewrite the VO track ASAP for a ADR and VO session with Bob for June 16th.

Ahhhhhhh... we just can't wait to finish!

later

Sensored Front Page News - Press Tribune

2008-05-20T10:21:00.000-07:00

Click here for full article.

New Sensored Article on Sci Fi Website!

2008-05-20T10:18:00.000-07:00

Click here for full article.

Evil Is What Evil Does...

2008-05-07T21:24:00.000-07:00

Sensored Trailer!

2008-04-29T12:26:00.000-07:00

Sensored Trailer!

Let us know what you think!

Fangoria Pic...

2008-04-29T11:16:00.000-07:00

A horrifically fun time had by all! Thanks to Creation Entertainment and Joe Dante.

Pictured above is Matt Thompson, Robert Picardo, Michelle Page and Eric Mansur.

Premiering our first trailer tomorrow...

2008-04-26T22:56:00.000-07:00

to a live audience at Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors Los Angeles where Robert Picardo will be featured in conversation with Joe Dante. It's gonna be exciting!

Listen to Robert Picardo's interview on Fangoria Radio

2008-04-20T23:02:00.001-07:00

www.fangoriaradio.com
click on audio clips
Robert's is listed under 4/11

Jo Haskin nominated for Emmy!

2008-04-18T09:18:00.000-07:00

Jo and Chris King were nominated last week for an Emmy for their work on the Public Service Announcement entitled, "Life". This PSA was for Safe Haven/Project Cuddle programs. These programs allow women in trouble a choice to turn over their babies to a hospital or fire department, no questions asked. Since the PSA started running in Sacramento, two babies have been turned over. Also, congratulations to Brian Hamm for his amazing work on this project as well!

Robert Picardo on FANGORIA RADIO 4/11/08

2008-04-10T16:29:00.000-07:00

You can catch Robert on live radio this Friday 4/11 on Sirius Satellite radio (Channel 102) from 7-10 pm PST. Listen in as he will be talking about Sensored!

In Memory Of W. Scott Milbrandt

2008-04-07T16:23:00.000-07:00

We are sad to report that our Weapons Wrangler, Scott Milbrandt (In middle) passed away on March 29th in a motorcycle accident. For all those that knew and met Scott knows that he lived his life with passion and was a great story teller. He also was a great craftsman, with an ability to create almost anything with leather. He will be missed by many and I'm personally sorry for not being able to make it to the target range with him before he left us.

2nd Behind the Scenes Vid!

2008-03-25T18:16:00.000-07:00

2nd Behind the Scenes Video

Sensored in Roseville

2008-03-18T20:23:00.000-07:00

Check out the latest newscast on Sensored at KCRA Channel 3!

Post Production Plans

2008-03-18T16:39:00.000-07:00

Our "Sensored" calendar is filling up fast. We have some exciting events coming up where we have opportunities to promote our film. We will be seen at the Quantum booth with Silverado Systems at NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) in Las Vegas April 11-17, 2008. Over 100,000 people attend NAB each year. We will premier the newly cut trailer in Vegas, baby! We also will be joining Robert Picardo at L.A. Fangoria's Weekend of Horror Convention April 25-27, 2008.
Robert is speaking with Director Joe Dante (Gremlins) on Friday and our trailer and a scene from Sensored will be part of the presentation. Robert will be signing autographs the rest of the weekend, while we try to look like we know what we are doing. Maybe we should wear some scary masks or some Star Trek garb to fit in.
-Jo

Good Day Sacramento Newscast

2008-03-15T08:50:00.000-07:00

news ch 13 "Sensored" movie interview

POST

2008-03-14T22:12:00.000-07:00

So we had a cool seminar presented by Silverado Studios at San Francisco State University. That was where we share an exclusive trailer projected at the Coppola Theater at the university. Eric Espera lead a great seminar about the RED ONE and our experience with it.
We are in process now of editing the feature. Lots ahead of us.
We'll keep u in touch.
later

brian

Screen Grab Color Pass Test 3, Dirty Basement

2008-03-11T23:54:00.000-07:00

Warm toned dirty basement. Robert Picardo as Wade.

Grateful

2008-03-09T12:40:00.000-07:00

When you find the path that you are supposed to be on, it seems like the universe comes up and greets you with open arms. I can't tell you how many times we needed something for this project and it showed up like magic. Whether it was a position that needed to be filled, food, equipment or money, when we needed it the most, it appeared. There are so many people to thank. I would write each and every name on this blog, but I don't know how many of them would want their name blasted on the internet. To all the friends, family, neighbors, businesses and even strangers...THANK YOU! Without your generosity and kindness, we would not have been able to complete this film. We are grateful!
-Jo

Production Doodle...

2008-03-05T13:56:00.000-08:00

Matt Baker, our DIT, is an accomplished illustrator, here is something he drew up one day during production. It's pretty cool.

What's cooking...

2008-03-03T22:19:00.000-08:00

I saw a rough-cut of a trailer sneak last night...and it's scary, cool, and frightening; one of those situations where you feel a movie coming together and how cool to be working on it. Yes, what a movie we'll have, what a life... ~ Eric

W.hy A.re D.evils E.verywhere

2008-02-28T17:44:00.001-08:00

I've been chopping. Chopping up people, places and things. Story is forming and there is a film on the horizon. It's not quite clear what it is, but it's something. Oh yes it's something.

Insanity is starting to break through but it's insanity I can handle.

Screen Grab Color Pass Test 2, Psych Ofc.

2008-02-27T16:15:00.000-08:00

Mary Mackey as Victoria.

Spritz and we GO!!

2008-02-26T22:19:00.000-08:00

Thanks for your hard work Antonio!!!

Screen Grab Color Pass Test 1, Bus Stop

2008-02-26T19:04:00.000-08:00

Warm toned bus stop scene. Robert Picardo as Wade.

Where in the hell is everybody?

2008-02-26T09:27:00.000-08:00

It was bad enough when Bob left, but this is ridiculous. There's silence; the only remnant of SENSORED breathing through this home is that of one Antonio Grana, A.D. extraordinaire. I swear this morning, around 3:00a.m I heard him yell, "picture up! Roll sound!! in his sleep. Or, I could have been hearing things because I also had a dream that this guy with a shaved head was following me around this grassy-hillside repeating over and over, "everyone settle annnnnd action!" It was eerie.

Lets face it. We all had gripes, on a movie like this, you have to have them or you won't make it. We used one another as sounding boards, familiar ears to vent. I personally think that it won't sink in for a while what it is we really pulled off here. It's a miracle we finished and we owe it all to the crew. From what I gather, most productions like this one, usually have a pretty high turnover; people lose interest, or likely find better paying jobs and have to take them. Thankfully, we had a cohesive team and a loyal group around us.

Ry, you did one HELL of a job. You just shot your first feature! What the "F!" That is crazy. Sorry, lost myself. Dude, here it is. You took a lower than low ultra-low budgeted production, and with nothing except support and a highly-complex script, and might I add natural ability, made something cool with ULTRA HIGH production and outstanding performances. I say to you, what you have inside that head of yours as it pertains to directing, isn't anything that can be taught. I'm excited and a fan of your future.

For Jo and I, a dream has come true... and we owe it to all of you. Thank You!

~K

Well........ We're done Shooting......Now to the Cuts

2008-02-25T22:32:00.001-08:00

Here's the deal. I had a friggin blast shooting this film. Everyone on the cast and crew grew on me like moss on a log. In case your confused thats a good thing.

We had so much fun shooting and wasting time talking about the furthest reaches of inappropiate behavior that I truly don't know what to do now. There were times that I truly found myself even offending myself, which is very hard to do, and tonight at the bar we managed to keep that concept alive. In case your confused just think about curtains and it will come to you. Sorry for that.

Just knowing that I won't be able to go to set tommorow and see all of your faces is seriously deppressing me. Whether or not we all got along all of the time it was one helluv an experience in lower than low budget film making and I thank you all for staying along for the ride. I have a special place in my heart for each and everyone of you all and don't think for one second that I don't mean that. If there was some way to blend this down and dirty filmmaking style with bigger budgets I would be the first to jump on aboard. Hopefully I can figure out a way to do that in the future. I really liked the fact that everyone was crammed into the house together and though it was trying at times it really made the family element to this film unique. So again thank you all for that and I will never forget it.

I will keep you all up to date on the progress of the edit through this blog and you will also be seeing many a late might rants about my mental state during the post process as well. It should be interesting.

-your loving director, ryan

One more day

2008-02-24T23:12:00.000-08:00

WOW! Only one more day of principle photography. I can't say enough about our crew. From my back goin out, sick crew, long hours and being stuck in a room sometime smaller than cell (feels like) this is the best project I've been a part of. My 1st AC (assistant camera) said this was the best feature he had been a part of. Thanks Ethan.
We have one more day. The fairgrounds scene. All exterior. Praying for no rain or wind. Looking good ... so far.
Today we were all a little "punch drunk" felt like we didn't even get anything actually in the can.. but constant laughs.
The RED camera hasn't let me down yet. I'll defiantly be using it for future projects.
I hope i can get a good night sleep.
It's gunna be weird to not have 16 hour days soon. I'm kinda gunna miss it. Kinda.
See ya on the other end.

brian

Bye Bye Bob

2008-02-24T07:17:00.000-08:00

So we said gooodbye to Bob lastnight. He did his last scene with Rife and had to run out the door to catch his plane back to LA. We already miss him and I can't wait to go down to LA and do the Voice Over Tracks with him.

Your a super duper dude Bob and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been able to get to know you on this film.

-Ryan

1st Behind The Scenes Vid!

2008-02-23T15:29:00.000-08:00

Enjoy!

"Day Off"

2008-02-22T09:27:00.000-08:00

Technically, it is a scheduled day off. All that has meant all month is that the camera is not rolling, but almost everyone is working. Robert Picardo (Bob to us) is scheduled with Eric and Kristina to tape intros to our electronic press kits, the art department is changing a living room into a lodge, Jimmy our sound guy is recording sound around the location so we have sounds of the house, birds, trains, ect. to use in post, Ryan and Antonio will be finishing up the last couple of schedules and shot lists, Kevin is re-writing scenes, Brian will be pre-lighting for our 4am crew call tomorrow and I will be working on getting extras for our last day of the shoot. Whew!
~Jo

Makin' Movies

2008-02-21T20:39:00.000-08:00

So this camera, the Red, has changed our industry. We are shooting in a large house in Placer County, Ca. Bob lives in the basement. He’s so cool. Bob rules. Anyway, we shoot throughout the house or on our stage (the garage). At lunch, we transfer the footage onto a 2TB drive (takes about ½ hour), and we’re instantly editing on a Mac laptop in the closet upstairs. The image looks like a processed 35 neg, and not just a one-light work print, it looks color corrected, even though it’s simply what the Red gives us raw. The monitor trips me out as well. It shows exactly how the Red sees the world, how the raw image is actually going to look. I must say, not used to that. Even on things I’ve shot with Panavision – my last project, I shot on the Millennium XL – the video out to the monitor looks nothing like what my color corrected film is going to look like, but with the Red, even our crew moving around, setting up the shot in front of the camera, looks like a movie. It’s impressive and exciting to say the least.

So, Bob lives downstairs, Ryan shoots everywhere in the house, make-up and wardrobe are in the basement, art department/set construction is in the driveway in the alley, our edit suite is in the closet upstairs, and our production office is down the hall from editorial. I currently reside at an antique school desk from the late 19th century. It’s the perfect laptop desk. We have three shoot days left, and who wouldn’t miss this tight-knit, family style of production? It’s truly a grass roots effort. I can already feel relief coupled with the post-production anxiety sure to accompany the less than 18-hour days next week.

Anyway, the cast and crew have been great. We’ve got a fun movie forming in the closet down the hall. It looks so beautiful, well acted, technically sound, great story, well light and directed, yep, all it’s fingers and toes intact. The dailies draw us all in because the raw images from the Red feels like a movie already. I’m not working. I want to grab the popcorn, sit back and enjoy…soon enough though. We do have post to complete, sound design, marketing, distrib, the whole enchilada, but so far, so fun, what a ride!

~ Eric

Really, really sick...

2008-02-19T15:43:00.000-08:00

I can't believe I couldn't make it to the top of the mountain... Eric, my co-producer comes up with the best analogies. He told me in the beginning of pre-production that making a movie is like climbing Mt. Everest. There will be folks along the way that didn't bring enough water to make it to the top and you have to decide if you want to share your water or keep your water for yourself, so you can make it to the summit. I now know that along the way, I gave away too much of my own water and I'm disappointed in myself for not being able to make it with everyone else. It is like training for months for a marathon and not being able to cross the finish line. The good news is that this amazing team that has come together, is continuing up the mountain. Thank you to Eric, Julie, Antonio and Kevin for keeping everything moving forward. I don't know what I would do without you guys. My body is telling me I have to stop, but I'll be climbing again soon.

~Jo

Everything Is Something, But Sometimes, Something Is Everything.

2008-02-16T22:38:00.000-08:00

I think I'm addicted. This film thing seems to be infecting every fiber of my being. I can't stop the wheels in my brain from analyzing every little detail in this visual storytelling medium and I truly think I'm addicted. I'm a Junkie. Thats the only way to put it. Simple. Just wanted you to know, in case it wasn't obvious.

-ryan

4am...

2008-02-15T04:07:00.000-08:00

It has been a very long day...We officially started our day at 3:30pm, but we were working long before that. I have lost track of the hours. It is now 4:00am and Matt Baker is still working...he's an animal. He is pulling still photos out of our raw footage to make crime scene photos for our scenes on Saturday. I still cannot believe the dedication of this amazing team.

Dr. Ross from Wellness 22 came by to try and fix our D.P.'s back and neck. He was so locked up today, he couldn't move his neck. I heard it was from playing with his son, not from lugging the camera all day, but I'm sure it had something to do with it.

We had a few drunk girls show up on the doorstep at about 2:30am fresh from the bars. They were either sneaking a peak or stealing craft service, we are not sure which. If they came back, we planned on putting the day old, prop tuna casserole out just to make sure they didn't return.

Another great day, awesome chemistry with our leads and now our Director is passed out in the actor's trailer. Couldn't ask for anything better.
~Jo

Day 10-- Yikes!

2008-02-13T08:20:00.001-08:00

Day 10 was a day to remember: Time and money were against us, and emotions were high for all. To date, this was probably the most difficult day thus far; it's truly amazing what can happen when a production loses a couple of hours. The positive in all of this is, it took 10 days for something like this to happen; if it wasn't for the dedicated and talented crew we have, this surely would have already happened a couple of times before. And even more, the situation brought together a couple of producers with a few crew members who really hadn't had a chance to talk and get to know each other. So, in a way, this problem brought people closer together and opened a line of communication that should carry on throughout. The one thing that really excites me is the passion that everyone is bringing to this production. So many people are giving so much of themselves, and the final product will reflect everyone's hard work and drive. So to everyone involved: THANK YOU SO MUCH!

The Director: My poor friend R-T-Metro, I'm afraid that one of these times he's going to put those two stressful hands atop his newly buzzed dome and POOF! His head is going to explode. For Ryan, emotions like anger and frustration are running at elevated levels along side happiness and excitement, which would be too much for most to handle. In fact, I'm tagging what he's going through right now as "method directing." He's like our character "Darren," but instead of stimulants and depressants, he's being fed opposing emotions. The important thing to focus on is, he's pulling it off. Through observation I've learned that this kid is playing at a very high level, and doing it with very few resources, time, and money. I speak for all of the producers when I say, we're extremely proud of what he's doing, and the dailies reflect his brilliance.

Hamm, Grana, damn! True professionals, never phased, they're f'ing machines! Toby, Sean, Heidi, Kuba, etc., you guys are doing an amazing job, thanks so much for rolling with the punches.

Mansur, you're a true gangster, thanks for being here.

And to the "nuts, bolts and glue" of this entire production, Jo Haskin, producer extraordinaire, I say, without you, we wouldn't be getting ready to start day 11, in fact it is likely we would never have seen day 1.

For many within this production, myself included, we're living a dream right now. Please remember to stop, look around and take it all in, because even things that are perceived as negative at this moment will later become positive memories.

~ Kevin

5 shades of a burned out indie film director

2008-02-12T00:09:00.000-08:00

morning..... hopeless optimist
1st shot..... panicked realist
lunch......... dreading hearing the AD's voice
Martini....... pissed off little man
wrap.......... depressed little man

shit, who needs a drink?

-ryan

LUNCH

2008-02-11T15:19:00.000-08:00

it's lunch on set and I just ate what has been explained to me as "turkey meatloaf." I have to say it has me feeling a bit...................odd. I don't know if I am going to be sick or what, it's not that it tastes bad it just is making me feel...........odd.

On a side note we just filmed Bob in the kitchen doing the whole blended food gag. We didn't really think about it before hand but all of the ingredients we blended together always seemed to smell exactly like a wet dog. No matter what the combination it always seems to still smell the same. Just a side not for all of you thinking about blending some random food together to drink instead of eat.

I now hear Antonio bellowing my name which is usaully the call that lunch is over. We should have made 1 hour lunches the norm on this set, oh well.

-the crumpled up thrown in the recycling bin and made into a paper bag version of RYAN