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Welcome
Welcome to the homepage of Production Sound Mixer, Brandon Barnts (that's me on the right). Here you'll find some info about me and what I do. You can also check out my latest projects as well as technical info about the tools I use, different workflow options, etc.
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Recent Updates
• The equipment page finally includes a list of equipment! (6/18/07)
• Want good sound for your film? Then please read the "Open Letter from your Sound Department" (1/23/07)
• New photos (1/23/07)
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Recent News
The Coverage Begins: Humboldt County
Here's a nice Hollywood Reporter interview with Humboldt co-directors Danny Jacobs and Darren Grodsky. Read the article here.
Also, be sure check out the trailer which now up on the Humboldt County Website at: www.humboldtcountymovie.com
Now on DVD: Fast Girl
Fast Girl (starring Mircea Monroe, Justin Guarini, Caroline Rhea, Dwier Brown and Jack Weber) is now available on DVD. Sam and I had the pleasure of providing production sound for this first feature film (of hopefully many) by Matador Motion Pictures. Fast Girl is rated PG and can be enjoyed by both adults and children. Please rent or buy a copy soon so Matador can continue making movies and giving me work!
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Humboldt County Premieres at South by Southwest
South by Southwest (SXSW), widely recognized as one of the foremost film festivals in North America, will be screening the premiere of Humboldt County at this year's festival in Austin, TX (March 2008). Humboldt County is sure to attract the attention of critics, buyers and movie fans alike. Also, be sure to visit Humboldt County's official website at: www.humboldtcountymovie.com.
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"Army Strong"
I recently traveled to Fort Hood, Texas (which happens to be the largest military base in the free world) with director Phil Bloom and DP Darren Rydstrom to film interviews for the U.S. Army's $200 million a year "Army Strong" campaign. I enjoyed hearing the personal stories and experiences of the over 30 soldiers we interviewed. Some of these interviews will appear on the Army's goarmy.com website starting in Jan '08.
Right: a snapshot of a scene from one of the "Army Strong" commericials filmed at Ft. Hood.
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Annoucement: New member of Local 695
Spread the word! I am now a full fledged member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 695 as a Y-1 Sound Mixer. Both Sam Ebnet (my boom op) and I are now available to work on I.A.T.S.E. productions and would love a few more union contacts...so please tell everyone you know about us!
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Recently Wrapped: Leaving Barstow
Leaving Barstow was simply one of the friendliest and most professional productions I've had the pleasure of working on. It was fun to see the crew list full of so many of my favorite people to work with. The end result is sure to be a high quality film I look forward to seeing. Please check out the full list of credits.
Left: The "Leaving Barstow" cast and crew T-shirt
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Recently Wrapped: How To Be A Serial Killer
Sam and I recently joined the Matador Motion Pictures team again for the filming of How To Be A Serial Killer. This dark comedy was a completely different type of film than our first Matador adventure on Fast Girl (starring Mircea Monroe and American Idol's Justin Guarini). The clever script and unique style of first time writer/director Luke Ricci as well as the contributions of the entire production team made for what is sure to be a very successful movie. (Stars: Dameon Clarke, Matthew Gray Gubler, Laura Regan, George Wyner)
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Recently Wrapped: Ping Pong Playa'
We learned many things on the set of Ping Pong Playa, such as: pro ping pong players can put a really crazy spin on the ball, girls go for guys with pocket bikes, and a new use for boom poles (click to watch video). Working with an excellent and good humored crew, we had a lot of fun on this very entertaining and kid friendly show.
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