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Interesting bio for the actor who played the cop: Birth Name William Bryan Jennings Jr. Nickname Bill Mini Biography Attended TCU (Texas Christian University) and SMU (Southern Methodist University) law school. US Navy aviator, Pacific, World War Two (flew a Kingfisher). Married Polly Gean of Fort Worth, Texas. Three children. 32nd degree Mason. Career attorney: Assistant D.A. in El Paso, Texas, title attorney for local law firm in Dallas-Fort Worth until retirement. Appeared in numerous community theatre and local professional theatre productions (e.g., Casa Manana Theatre), as well as Opera. Solo singer for local churches. Youngest son is actor Benton Jennings.
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Dec 16, 2011 06:34
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Egbert Souse posted:The prospect of reconstructing the soundtrack from the original recordings sounds interesting. A lot of restorations tend to resort to worn prints as a sound source, even when the original negative is used for the picture. While I don't know exactly what we'll find (Joe's apparently got plenty of film cans but they aren't all well-labeled) I'm optimistic. We can at least compare his materials and mine to come up with the best audio source possible. Greasyfries posted:While you're at it, could you confirm with Joe Warren whether or not that Torgo Lives kook actually did end up with the original camera reversal of the film? Rupert doesn't own any film himself, but he made a deal for rights to use some of Joe's materials and outtakes in his special edition. From what I can tell Joe has the 35mm blow up internegative which should be an okay source of video if it hasn't faded, but it's likely to still be cropped. His outtakes, if they aren't duped, would be on original Ektachrome like my materials. They are planning to redo the entire soundtrack with new music (by Rupert), foley, and voice actors. Armyman25 posted:Interesting bio for the actor who played the cop: By all accounts he also did the legal paperwork for Manos.
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Dec 19, 2011 21:01
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How did I not find this thread sooner? I'm in CD every couple of days and I didn't find this thread until today? Great job you're doing Ben Solo, I only vaguely remember Manos from watching the MST3K episode some 14 years ago. The scans you posted are like night and day, and being able to see those frames uncropped alone make it look like a much different film. As for the copyright issues on your "new" version, I'd think that since you mentioned that you'd have to redo all the wipes and transitions, you should be able to prevent a straight 1:1 copy of your version being used by toolbags like the "special edition" crybabby. The prospect of alternate audio tracks has me drooling though. I'm hoping you'll be able to find the originals or good quality near originals. Remstered mix, original mix, music only, dialog only, famous fan commentary, ebert commentary, the list just goes on. All I ask is that if you end up creating an alternate new dub, make it as faithful as possible to the original, and get some actual talented voice actors on board. Like a few others have mentioned, I'm not so much interested in Manos itself as the restoration process, and seeing something that has always looked terrible in crystal clarity for the first time ever. Count me in as someone who will buy at least one copy when it's available, and if I get a bonus next month, I'd be glad to send some of it your way.
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Dec 21, 2011 22:37
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Now that I have a job, count me in for a copy.
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Dec 22, 2011 05:04
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Ben, I know you must be looking primarily towards the american market, but Arrow Films in England has been publishing a lot of classic italian horror and american B-movies from the 70's and 80's in really nice Blu-Ray collector's editions, it would probably be a good idea to have a word with them about this.
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Dec 24, 2011 03:02
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Max Awfuls posted:Ben, I know you must be looking primarily towards the american market, but Arrow Films in England has been publishing a lot of classic italian horror and american B-movies from the 70's and 80's in really nice Blu-Ray collector's editions, it would probably be a good idea to have a word with them about this. Did they do the Bronx Warriors trilogy (1990: Bronx Warriors, Warriors of the Wasteland, and Bronx Warriors 2: War for the Bronx)? That set set seemed nice from what I saw online/
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Dec 24, 2011 05:00
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LP97S posted:Did they do the Bronx Warriors trilogy (1990: Bronx Warriors, Warriors of the Wasteland, and Bronx Warriors 2: War for the Bronx)? That set set seemed nice from what I saw online/ That one was by another company called Shameless that specializes mostly in euro exploitation pics from the 70's, particularly italian stuff, and they've been releasing some pretty good prints of rather obscure films. They haven't invested in Blu-Ray yet, but they could be interested too, but I think Arrow would be a better fit. Arrow's recently released Blus are Maniac Cop, The Exterminator and Frankenhooker, so Manos would probably be their thing.
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Dec 24, 2011 06:12
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http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1325482813/manos-the-restoration Kickstarter is up and running. I gave some dough, Merry Christmas!!!
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Dec 24, 2011 22:46
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The facebook link doesn't seem to lead to the right place, but I'm already trying (in my tiny little way) to spread the word about this. Heck, after the holidays I might even chip in a few bucks, making this my first kickstarter project that I would be participating in.
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Dec 24, 2011 22:56
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RagingBoner posted:http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1325482813/manos-the-restoration I am now a proud donor of this project  I wish I had 500 dollars to blow on this. A 16mm print of a restored Manos? Holy crap. Dissapointed Owl fucked around with this message at 23:26 on Dec 24, 2011 |
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Dec 24, 2011 23:22
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I've pitched in a few bucks and spread the word around. Here's hoping this project goes over like gangbusters! 
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Dec 25, 2011 00:07
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I put my money where my mouth is. Thanks for the Kickstarter!
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Dec 25, 2011 00:12
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Having the kickstarter is great, but I think you'll get more interest if the incentive level to get the DVD/Blu-ray is closer to the normal retail price of a DVD or blu-ray. Sure a lot of people donate out of the kindness of their hearts, but a LOT more will donate as a method of buying the film. Having the t-shirt level below the DVD level seems really odd, and setting the threshold for getting the film so high at $50 is gonna put a lot of people off.
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Dec 25, 2011 00:51
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Fatkraken posted:Having the kickstarter is great, but I think you'll get more interest if the incentive level to get the DVD/Blu-ray is closer to the normal retail price of a DVD or blu-ray. Sure a lot of people donate out of the kindness of their hearts, but a LOT more will donate as a method of buying the film. Having the t-shirt level below the DVD level seems really odd, and setting the threshold for getting the film so high at $50 is gonna put a lot of people off. Well, there are other incentives to have along with getting your own copy. I went with the $50, because I figure buying a copy when it's done will probably be something like $30 (I'm going for the Blu Ray), and I was planning on dropping $10 or $20 anyways just for the restoration funding. So I figured I might as well go ahead and pay for everything now and be done with it. Edit: Hey Ben, might I suggest updating the OP with a link to the kickstarter? And someone with more Photoshop talent than me should consider making a banner ad or two we can link to this thread, especially now that the fundraising ball is rolling. Ballz fucked around with this message at 05:17 on Dec 25, 2011 |
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Dec 25, 2011 04:57
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Tossing in $100. Long Live Manos.
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Dec 25, 2011 05:53
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On the $50 level, would it be possible to get both a digital download and a blu-ray? I'm one of those people who, given the choice, would choose the blu-ray even though I don't actually have a blu-ray player yet, and it'd be nice to have that + actually be able to watch the thing.
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Dec 25, 2011 15:19
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I really should not be spending money right now, but I couldn't resist throwing in enough cash for a DVD/Bluray. Go Manos! Edit: Poor as I am, I think $50 bucks is fair for the DVD, considering it's entirely self-released and money's still gotta go towards the restoration too. Uncle Boogeyman fucked around with this message at 17:43 on Dec 25, 2011 |
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Dec 25, 2011 17:40
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I'm in for $100. This is pretty awesome!
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Dec 25, 2011 17:54
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24% funded in 2 days? This bodes pretty well, I'd say.
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Dec 25, 2011 18:09
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Put my $100 in. Wish I could do more!
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Dec 26, 2011 01:46
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Going to pitch in 100 bucks when I get home from my parents house after the holidays end. I wish I could give more, but I know given the rush of support on this it's going to get the funds necessary to move forward anyway and I have bills to pay. Hell we might get a Rifftrax Live or MST3K reunion out of this. Joy!
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Dec 26, 2011 01:58
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I'm chucking in $100 for this as soon as I get back home after the holidays. You're doing the MaStEr'S wOrK.
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Dec 26, 2011 02:26
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In for a hundred.
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Dec 26, 2011 04:44
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Wow... someone actually pledged $1,000. 
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Dec 26, 2011 05:19
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Chipped in $50--can't wait to see where this project goes.
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Dec 26, 2011 07:02
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Ballz posted:Wow... someone actually pledged $1,000. I haven't seen this level of goon support for a film since Swap.avi 
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Dec 26, 2011 07:56
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Will be pledging $100 as soon as I am financially able.
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Dec 26, 2011 08:22
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Thank you everybody for your enthusiasm! I gave the fundraiser all of January since I thought everyone was going to be a bit cleaned out after the holidays. Getting 45% pledged over the weekend was a very pleasant surprise. I took Brown Moses' suggestion about a special audio track with donors tackling the dialogue... I figure they deserve a few fun easter eggs in their honor. The ones on the rewards list right now are just what I know I can do offhand- there might be a few more ways I can show my appreciation as the project progresses. Instant Grat posted:On the $50 level, would it be possible to get both a digital download and a blu-ray? This is something I will address further down the line, but I can work something out with anyone who wants both digital and physical delivery. I will be contacting everyone to discuss fulfillment and special requirements (for instance, if your internet is patchy and you need the download on a disc or USB). Ballz posted:Edit: Hey Ben, might I suggest updating the OP with a link to the kickstarter? And someone with more Photoshop talent than me should consider making a banner ad or two we can link to this thread, especially now that the fundraising ball is rolling. Will do, Ballz! I'll have no access to Photoshop for a few days, but banners are on my to do list. And anyone with more graphic sense than me is welcome to whip one up too. Ballz posted:Wow... someone actually pledged $1,000. Happy Noodle Boy posted:I haven't seen this level of goon support for a film since Swap.avi That wasn't a goon, that was Bryan Jennings, son of the man who played the sheriff! And a pretty nice guy, it looks like.
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Dec 26, 2011 08:33
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OK, I'm in for $500. If nobody donates to the big producer level can I get a part on the new audio track?
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Dec 26, 2011 08:40
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Ben Solo posted:I took Brown Moses' suggestion about a special audio track with donors tackling the dialogue... I figure they deserve a few fun easter eggs in their honor. The ones on the rewards list right now are just what I know I can do offhand- there might be a few more ways I can show my appreciation as the project progresses. Oh, I definitely want a part in this.
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Dec 26, 2011 09:13
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I asked Mike Nelson to retweet a link to the kickstarter... didn't realize he already knew about it. I did send it to Trace Beaulieu, maybe he'll retweet it. Normally I hate these "hey celebrity, RT this!!!111" nonsense, but for Manos? Worth it.
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Dec 26, 2011 10:37
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Ben Solo posted:Getting 45% pledged over the weekend was a very pleasant surprise.  VVVV Ah, didn't know that. VVVV Bluecobra fucked around with this message at 16:45 on Dec 26, 2011 |
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Dec 26, 2011 15:56
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Bluecobra posted:I just checked and seen that it's over 60% pledged already. I put in my $50 before it is too late. I don't think there's a 'too late' since Kickstarters will just keep going once the goal has been reached. Who's Tony Trombo? quote:This is just from me... if you back this project with the FULL $10,000, I'll send you an ACTUALL BRICK from the Master's House location, in El Paso. That's one expensive rear end brick
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Dec 26, 2011 16:03
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Dissapointed Owl posted:I don't think there's a 'too late' since Kickstarters will just keep going once the goal has been reached. And it'd be good to get some extra money put in once the goal is reached. From the kickstarter's description: quote:Exceeding our fundraising goal will help create the following: All great things to have. I'd definitely love to see a documentary on the film's restoration. quote:Who's Tony Trombo? Whoa... for that price, you could probably just travel to the location and dig up another brick yourself. I wonder if that's a different item than what Ben's offering for his $5,000 or more donation incentive (which he says is also donated by Tony Trombo).
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Dec 26, 2011 17:52
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In for $50. Now I just have to choose which of my two names I want to be in the credits . . .
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Dec 26, 2011 19:11
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Awesome, 75% of the way there in 3 days... Extra features here we come.
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Dec 27, 2011 00:46
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What if I want two copies instead of one copy and a poster, huh? HUH?! Cater to my specific needs!
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Dec 27, 2011 00:53
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9,991/10,000 My god, it's going to happen. It's really going to happen  EDIT: I refresh, and it's past 10,000. Amazing! MisterBibs fucked around with this message at 05:26 on Dec 27, 2011 |
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Dec 27, 2011 05:24
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Fully Funded. Holy Moley.
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