Production of Wild Things

I went to see "Where the Wild Things Are" this weekend- having heard mixed reviews- I am one who enjoyed it...but I don't really like reviews- I like to go into movies having as little knowledge of the plot and other perception- that way you aren't expecting anything but to be entertained.

So anyway- I love behind the scenes kind of stuff- hence I work in production. I think its really fun and fascinating to see how much thought and work is put in to make a movie or television show- even the really bad ones...so naturally, I was excited to find out more about how Wild Things came to be- and found these interesting videos. The first one I watched was with KK Barrett, the Production Designer. After watching, it has me wondering if his process is similar to our Production Designer- I'll let you know if I find out...

The Head of Television

Its Rich Sommer! AKA Harry Crane from Mad Men!! Here is a picture featuring him, Manny, and me dressed as Harry Potter:

Ready to Roll

Sadly, the Haulin' Cass/Cassie Hay media blitz is over -- but you can catch my teammates as they conquer their world with roller derby-ness.  This morning, they were on the Wendy Williams Show.  I'm currently in the process of converting every female in the office into a roller girls.  Gillian, you're next!  I personally think Bridget would be fierce....but for now, I'll just have to be content with the fact that we've gotten a gaggle of L&O-ers to come to the next bout!  October 24!  Not only will you get to see me hit people, it'll be your chance to hang out with some super cool people -- I'm referring to an appearance by the one and only K-Kat!  And Jacob's family!  And Bridget and Moe!  And CRISTA!!!!  It just keeps getting better.  www.gothamgirlsrollerderby.com for tickets

Burritoville Chelsea

If you are wasted away in Margaritaville, then what are you in Burritoville? Full? Hungry? Satisfied? I would say lost and starving because you couldn't find Chipotle.

Burritoville Chelsea closed at the exact time I started working at L&O, and I often felt left out when my coworkers would reminisce about Birrtoville- now I know they are just crazy and have some sort of mutant taste buds. I will assume that things have changed with this re-opening, or perhaps the chef has forgotten how to perfect his craft, and just needs a little time to tweak it. But for the time being, I will stand by my unimpressed review, and next time, just make my own quesadilia, or crawl out of my hole (office) and venture to the far off Chipotle at 34th and 8th.


P.S. Why did they think I said my name was Kote?! Maybe I could understand Cathy, or Kate, or Katie...but Kote?

Happy Birthday Patti!

Today is one of our #1 reader's birthday - Patti, Gillian from the Production Office's Mom! Patti, we appreciate your interest- if you didn't read the blog, I don't think we'd write anymore- I mean, what's the point of telling each other whats going on in the office when we are sitting right next to one another?! Thank you, and hope you have a fantastic day!

Gillian informed me that you were concerned about K-Kat's departure. We were all sad to see her go (and still are!) but she had a great offer from her Alma Mater to help students get started in the TV/Film/Communications. So shes still got her toes in the Entertainment pond, but now is trying to help other get their feet wet too. Plus, she still has access to the blog, so hopefully we will still be hearing from her.

...and we're back

Sorry I disappeared- I recently moved- and spent all of my free time looking for an apartment, then filling it with things, and then buying more things to fill it with. In fact, last night I had the pleasure of perusing Ikea with the Former Law & Order Scout, K-Kat. It was a night full of giggles (loud ones from Kat), and tiresome wandering around the maze of furniture. We deliriously found our way to the end to pick up or selections and were presented with a stack of boxes to chose from. We sat and "discussed" which box to pick- one was dented on the side, one was dented on the top, one had swear words written all over...after much debate, we went with the one that was dented on the side. Turns out, neither one of us has great luck- seeing as we actually agreed upon said box, and said box was missing a few pieces. Thats right! I have to go back to Ikea, and hope and pray that they will give me the replacement pieces- otherwise I have a rather functionless dresser I need to sell. Cross your fingers for me!

NEW POSTS! NEW POSTS!

Not sure if you are aware but I left LAW AND ORDER. Sad to leave my friends, but happy to start a new chapter in my life. WITH THAT BEING SAID (OR YELLED THROUGH CAPS), I EXPECT TO SEE MORE POSTS DURING THE WEEK SO I KNOW WHAT I'M MISSING! Don't you want me to feel bad for leaving? DONT YOU WANT TO THROW IT IN MY FACE ABOUT HOW MUCH THERE IS WITHOUT ME BEING THERE?!

LOVE YOU ALL