Episode 3: One of those Faces
A woman with a strange gift is forced to choose between losing that gift and the life of her nephew.
Comments:
NickCato says:
I didn't think the real feel of Gary's story could be captured on film—but this piece comes as close as you can get. A VERY impressive effort by Earl Newton, and I'm looking forward to watching this again.
Commented on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 9:00 PM
Gary Braunbeck says:
Just wanted to say publicly how exceptionally pleased I am with Earl's beautiful adaptation of my story - everything about this film works. Walter's score is evocative, the opening scene with the photograph is eerie as hell, and the acting is superb; everyone is excellent right down to the smallest role, but I have to give a big tip of the hat to Laura and Toby; the characters couldn't have been in better hands.
I shall stop raving now. A brilliant job of adapting my story, Earl. Thank you.
I shall stop raving now. A brilliant job of adapting my story, Earl. Thank you.
Commented on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 9:00 PM
Samantha says:
This short was well played on three levels: clean story, acting and filming. Someone's gift is taken away in such a way that they have to work to get it back. Layer on top of THAT the idea that even when everything is made perfect (the divine face), more work will be needed was a unique parallel that surprised me.
It was simplicity at its best. I really enjoyed it.
It was simplicity at its best. I really enjoyed it.
Commented on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 9:00 PM
steve says:
Another fantastic achievement. This is a quality program, much appreciated. Thanks,
Steve
Steve
Commented on Sunday, October 28, 2007 9:00 PM
Nvisible says:
All I can say is "DAMN!!". Great story, acting, production. The simplicity of the production allowed me to focus on the story and characters presented. So many great elements told in such a short time and so clearly...I am speechless. Thanks for putting out better episodes than most networks. I can't wait for the next one!
Dave
Dave
Commented on Monday, October 29, 2007 9:00 PM
butter says:
nice intro graphics and photograph. The exposition with the drunk is dreadfully long, there was no reason for it. The soundtrack is very good. The compression causes a buzz in both systems I listened through when people are not talking. At the end, the angel should saw his lines like he is confused, with a question at the end.
Very nice.
Thank you.
butter
Commented on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 4:00 PM
Billy Flynn says:
Having seen all the episodes including Latchkeepers (Cause I WAS THERE) this is easily my favorite. This is the best Neil Gaiman story not written by Neil that I have seen. Such a simple yet epic story which is all about people. Warmth, heart, humor… this has it all. I even cheered at the end. Nice work gang!
Latchkeepers is coming.. and it is AWESOME!
Commented on Thursday, May 29, 2008 5:25 AM
Blythe Phillips says:
Beautiful.
Commented on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 5:54 AM
Patrice Meredith says:
I love these episodes, well done!
Commented on Monday, November 10, 2008 8:43 PM
Patrice Meredith says:
I love these episodes, well done!
Commented on Monday, November 10, 2008 8:43 PM
eddie jordan says:
This is my favorite . Nothing comes closer to capturing the other side. 5 stars here!
Commented on Monday, March 02, 2009 3:44 PM
Josh P says:
Wow...terrific! After years of picturing Peter Cushing as Listen I couldn’t even fathom anyone else, but Toby Turner was fantastic. I found the site through Gary Braunbeck’s To Each Their Darkness, and everything he said about it was true...very impressive work!
Commented on Tuesday, March 01, 2011 9:24 PM
Jessicah says:
Once again, amazing episode! Acting was great! Toby Turner was amazing as Listen. At the end I was like “Wait, what? What? WHAT?!” And then I had a huge goofy smile. :)
Commented on Friday, June 24, 2011 11:27 PM
Julie says:
this is incredible… an toby turner is soooo awesome !
Commented on Thursday, June 30, 2011 7:48 AM
rob p says:
TOBUSCUS!!!!
Commented on Friday, July 15, 2011 3:57 AM
Luke Alexander says:
After watching Toby Turner on YouTube for so long with his fun, free personality, I found his acting skills here to be so very good. The story for the episode is very well done.
Commented on Wednesday, October 05, 2011 9:13 PM
TobyTLove says:
It’s so weird seeing Toby act so serious...like, when I watched his BlackBox one as well, I was totally bloiwn away by how awesome he was <3 He needs to do more! MORE! MORRRRRE!
Commented on Thursday, November 03, 2011 11:25 AM
BethLevi says:
Toby is such a good actor. He should do more serious acting. :D
Loving the story line. :)
Commented on Saturday, December 03, 2011 5:27 PM
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Show Notes:
Written/Directed by Earl Newton
Based on an original story by Gary Braunbeck
"Exurgency (Stranger Things'' Theme)" by Zoe Keating
Original music by Walter Mulso
Original song - "One of those Faces" - words and music by Walter Mulso - performed by Walter Mulso and Kristin Crowe
Sound design and mixing by Travis Patterson
Director of Photography/Visual Effects by Earl Newton
Gary Braunbeck has generously offered his original short story "Rami Temporales" for fans to read online. You can find it here.
Based on an original story by Gary Braunbeck
"Exurgency (Stranger Things'' Theme)" by Zoe Keating
Original music by Walter Mulso
Original song - "One of those Faces" - words and music by Walter Mulso - performed by Walter Mulso and Kristin Crowe
Sound design and mixing by Travis Patterson
Director of Photography/Visual Effects by Earl Newton
Gary Braunbeck has generously offered his original short story "Rami Temporales" for fans to read online. You can find it here.