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Great Review from “For Whom the Gear Turns”

Posted by judithbshields on May 27, 2015
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“This is one of the most close adaptations of The Modern Prometheus that I have ever seen, and as a lover of literature I was glad to see it follow the book so closely. I really appreciated that the ‘monster’ was given his voice and was fully articulate the way that Shelley intended.”

To read the complete review, please go here to “For Whom the Gear Turns” and check out their other articles on steampunk goodness including crafts, music, and books.

Frankenstein’s Monster is now available here on Amazon streaming and DVD.

 

Dustin Sturgill as Victor Frankenstein works on body

Dustin Sturgill as Victor Frankenstein works on body

Comicpalooza Screening this Saturday 5/23/15

Posted by judithbshields on May 17, 2015
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We’re back at Comicpalooza! Screening time is May 23rd at 10:00am in room 360. Film is 86 minutes in length.

Screenwriter/Producer Judith B. Shields will also speak at the following panels:

Crowdfunding Panel 4:00pm Rm 20 – 381C
How to Get an Audience 5:30pm Rm 04 – 350F

film selection

The Release of Frankenstein’s Monster

Posted by judithbshields on February 20, 2015
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Great update on Frankenstein’s Monster by Maeve Alpin and Age of Steam!

Originally posted on STEAMED!:

On July 17, 2013 I posted an interview with Judith B Shields about her l

light Steampunk Film, Frankenstein’s Monster. That link is below.

I am thrilled to announce the film has now been released. It’s available on

Amazon, DVD, IndieFlix ,  and IMDb. To celebrate this marvelous event,

here is an update from Judith Shields.

“After the film was made, it went on the independent film circuit. 30+

science fiction, steampunk, and film festivals later and we’re finally done.

We were honored to win Shockerfest’s Audience pick for science-fiction feature

. I’ve learned a lot since making this film.

Peter Kovic recut the film. It’s 28 minutes shorter than the “art-house”

version we screened at the majority of the festivals (except

Comicpalooza and ApolloCon 2014).

The recut is seamless and keeps true to the original script.

I’m grateful to those who have followed the film. It’s been…

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STEAMED!

On July 17, 2013 I posted an interview with Judith B Shields about her l

light Steampunk Film, Frankenstein’s Monster. That link is below.

I am thrilled to announce the film has now been released. It’s available on

Amazon, DVD, IndieFlix ,  and IMDb. To celebrate this marvelous event,

here is an update from Judith Shields.

“After the film was made, it went on the independent film circuit. 30+

science fiction, steampunk, and film festivals later and we’re finally done.

We were honored to win Shockerfest’s Audience pick for science-fiction feature

. I’ve learned a lot since making this film.

Peter Kovic recut the film. It’s 28 minutes shorter than the “art-house”

version we screened at the majority of the festivals (except

Comicpalooza and ApolloCon 2014).

The recut is seamless and keeps true to the original script. 

 I’m grateful to those who have followed the film. It’s been…

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Frankenstein’s Monster–Review by Steampunk Library

Posted by judithbshields on February 17, 2015
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Review of Frankenstein’s Monster (a steampunk-light Independent Film) posted by Steampunk Library– a website dedicated to strengthen literacy through incorporating steampunk in school library collections.

“…I highly suggest it for classrooms and libraries that want a visual companion for the novel. It will likely keep younger viewers’ attention better than a recorded play thanks to it’s score and sweeping artistic landscape shots.”

To read the whole article, click here:

http://steampunklibrary.net/2015/02/17/frankensteins-monster/

Frankenstein’s Monster.

via Frankenstein’s Monster.

Critic Review by JoshPunk on our Steampunk Frankenstein Movie

Posted by judithbshields on February 7, 2015
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Thank you JoshPunk for your review. For those who don’t know, JoshPunk reviews all things Steampunk and is a good source for steampunk reads.

“This adaption followed the original fairly accurately. There were few tweaks and a great version of how they took the monster’s need for a wife, but all in all, it was Frankenstein. It held my attention with good acting, but like all adaptions, I love seeing how they used the source material and made it their own. I felt this one stuck to it too closely without adding too much to it.”

But we won’t spoil his review here. To read the whole thing, go to:

http://www.joshpunk.com/frankensteins-monster-a-review/

The film can be streamed or have a DVD purchase at Amazon:  http://amzn.to/1BZ9pI5

Frankenstein’s Monster Released on Online Streaming & Home Video

Posted by judithbshields on February 6, 2015
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Frankenstein's Monster Amazon Instant Video JPEG

It has been a long road–but we can finally say that we’re released! Thank you everyone who has followed our film. 30+ sci-fi conventions and film fests and we’re in awe. Right now, in it’s early days. The MOST important thing for our film is ratings. Please write everyone you know and ask to give an honest review of the film (considering budget size). Ratings in the next week are crucial for the film’s ability to show up in the new releases Amazon listing.

Unless you saw the film outside of Comicpalooza OR one of the Menza meetings–you saw the unabridged version of the film. We’ve released a 86 minute (28 minutes shorter) version of the film on Amazon.

February is our month.

Please rate for:

**Amazon**

Link for DVD or Streaming on Amazon: (good quality)

http://amzn.to/1BZ9pI5

IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2952488/
Our film is also up on IndieFlix. This is a subscription-film web-based indie site.

https://indieflix.com/indie-fi…/frankensteins-monster-39162/
Thank you again everyone.

Comicpalooza double screenings!

Posted by judithbshields on May 15, 2014
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We’ll be screening the abridged version of Frankenstein’s Monster (86 minutes). It is wonderful to screen in our hometown! Q & A after bpth screenings. Saturday will have a few words from filmmaker Judith B. Shields. Sunday the film will be introduced by the film’s technical director Christopher Lowe (designed special effects and steampunk laboratory) as well as our co-editor and documentarist Peter Kovic.

Comicpalooza Flier 2014

Saturday May 24th 
11:00am 
Theatre Room 362 (3rd floor)

Sunday May 25th
NOON
Theatre Room 362 (3rd floor)

Posted by judithbshields on April 21, 2014
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Congratulations to Dustin Sturgill (Victor Frankenstein) and Tim Ashby (Clerval) for their nominations for C47 Houston Best Actor! Along with Matt Risoldi, this makes three nominations for the award. Best wishes gentlemen!

Optional steampunk costume that was chosen not to be used in the film. Dustin Sturgill as Victor Frankenstein
Clerval and Victor go to the Frankenstein house
Victor Frankenstein (Dustin Sturgill) and Clerval (played by Tim Ashby)
Victor Frankenstein played by Dustin Sturgill
Dustin Sturgill as Victor Frankenstein works on body
Dustin Sturgill (Victor Frankenstein) Works in lab
Victor and Clerval in lab

FREE Screening this Wednesday April 16th

Posted by judithbshields on April 11, 2014
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Howdy,

Thanks for everyone’s support in following Frankenstein’s Monster.

We have some announcements–

There will be a FREE screening of Frankenstein’s Monster in Pasadena, Texas next Wednesday. This will be one of the last opportunities to see our film festival “art house” version of the film. This version has more lines from Mary Shelley’s literary work and runs at 108 minutes. 

The local FREE screening is:
Wednesday April 16th, 2:45-4:10pm San Jacinto Central Campus, Pasadena Texas (Room–C14.264 Student Center Ballroom)  8060 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX 77505  

The Student Center Ballroom C14.264 (upstairs) is located in the middle of the campus.

The second announcement:

We have been welcomed to screen at Comicpalooza. The date has not yet been announced. At Comicpalooza, our goal will be to have a test screening of a shorter version of the film. This version will be roughly 95 minutes. This test screening will be unique to Comicpalooza.

May 23-26, 2014  (specific date/time TBA)

Houston, TEXAS    Screening at Comicpalooza plus panel special event!




ConGlomeration screening this weekend–April 11-13, 2014

Posted by judithbshields on April 9, 2014
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FOUR ConGlomeration screenings start at Louisville, Kentucky this Friday April 11th, 2014 and continue through Sunday. This will be one of the last few opportunities to see the extended edition of Frankenstein’s Monster (2013). This is also one of the few screenings we’ve had at the East Coast. We thank everyone at all the conventions and festivals who have screened our film.

Here is the official ConGlomeration convention schedule:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwnUzDRMfM00d3VNMVA2OERwWmkzSTJ0VDd2bnVPVnA0d2E4/edit?pli=1

Future screenings will include:

April 19, 2014 (Saturday–Room TBA)–outside Texas
Bloomington, MN  MiniCon 49 at the The DoubleTree Bloomington, 7800 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN 55439. Screening only. 4:00pm-6:00pm
May 23-26, 2014  (specific date/time TBA)
Houston, TEXAS    Screening at Comicpalooza plus panel special event! 
July 18th-20th, 2014 –outside Texas
Jacksonville, FLORDIA  Screening at Ancient City Con located at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront [225 East Coastline DriveJacksonville, FL 32202]