Diary of a Crowd Funded Film

Subscribe now to hear the first episode. Proudly in collaboration with Brick Studios.I’m Jose Pucella, join me as I take you on this audio journey with Heath Davis on the making of his new crowd funded film CHRISTMESS.As well as being a part of Australian film history there are some fantastic perks on offer. But, best of all, you can help us make a REAL difference. With its’ strong social message of mental health awareness, alcohol addiction, community and resilience, CHRISTMESS has the potential to encourage not only conversations about these pertinent issues but also inspire change and connection in these trying times. 

At long last, the first episode. Secondly, any and all puns I (Jose Pucella) own unashamedly, along with failed attempts at humour.Thirdly and foremost, Heath Davis. A legendary bloke and storyteller who weaves in some comical anecdotes as we deep dive into his writing and story development process for his fourth film CHRISTMESS.If you don’t want to end up on Santa’s naughty list…please subscribe and listen. Additional Links Brian Laul – Oz Funland: https://www.ozfunland.comJai – The Beer Brewing Shed: https://thebeershed.com.auDaniel Fenech – Brick Studios: https://www.brickstudios.com.auCrowd Funding Campaign for CHRISTMESS : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/christmess#

In this third installment, we talk Mothers Day, deep dive into Indie-rock group sensations Hannah Joy's acting debut, dissect the musicality of CHRISTMESS, and get a Michael Madsen story and impersonation of him from Heath Davis.And if you enjoy this episode as much as Heath enjoyed his childhood all-nighter Chrissy cricket game, then please subscribe, like and if so inclined leave a review as it helps us grow this community with wonderful people like yourselvesAdditional Links Daniel Fenech – Brick Studios: https://www.brickstudios.com.auCrowd Funding Campaign for CHRISTMESS : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/christmess#

In this episode I'm joined by creator and founder of Brick Studios and producer extraordinaire Mr Daniel Fenech. We try and create a sort of audio road map for any aspiring film maker or creator looking to leap into their first feature. Examine the importance of galvanising local community spirit in these endeavors and drop a few F bombs along the way.And if you’ve been listened to the show and enjoyed the third episode as much as Heath enjoyed the idea of a possible late night prank call to Michael Madsen, then please subscribe, like and if so inclined leave a review as it helps us grow this community with wonderful people like yourselves. Additional Links Daniel Fenech – Brick Studios: https://www.brickstudios.com.auCrowd Funding Campaign for CHRISTMESS : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/christmess#

I go solo for this shorter episode on a topic that I feel doesn't get sufficient air time when the media covers film production and that is mental health. So possible trigger warnings as I’ll be specifically discussing anxiety and sharing my own experiences with this mental health issue.Also below is a link via the Australia Counselling website for anyone interested in accessing more information about the services that these fantastic mental health organisations provide to Australians. The 30 Top Mental Health Organisations in Australia (australiacounselling.com.au)Stay Safe and always be kind to each other.

Daniel Fenech aka Fenno, returns for this episode to wrap up our chat on producing. He reveals that Jonathan Page has joined on as a distributor and I try my hand at impersonating Homer and faux McConaughey while keeping it all Christmess related.Additional Links Daniel Fenech – Brick Studios: https://www.brickstudios.com.auCrowd Funding Campaign for CHRISTMESS : https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/christmess#

Today I host the first installment of my Special Sponsors Episode Series for Heaths film Christmess and chat with Jai Kemp. A bloke who in the late 80’s and early 90’s tried a hand or TWO HANDS (1999) at acting. But perhaps his greatest acting feat was the ripper of a furphy he told his wife that lead to him becoming a legend in his own right as the now owner and sometimes brew master of the iconic watering hole THE BEER SHED. Please check out the link below of this slick short promo for The Beer Shed created by Daniel Fenech and his team at Brick Studios:https://vimeo.com/480154848Additional Links:https://www.brickstudios.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/DiaryofaCrowdFundedFilmhttps://www.facebook.com/jose.pucella.1

Please join me on this second installment of my Special Sponsors Series with the product and marketing head of Alkalizer, Shefali Pall. A woman whose tantalising treats and wholesome foods are enjoyed regularly by resident and neighbouring Campbelltonians. And when she’s not creating culinary delights, or inspiring her patrons through uplifting face book posts; she can be found supporting local businesses and charities of the MacArthur community and most recently, extended her support to the Australian Film industry by providing the Lion's share of catering on Heath's newest film - Christmess. Additional Links:https://www.facebook.com/alkalizercafehttp://www.alkalizer.com.au/https://www.brickstudios.com.au/