[UPDATE, 8/22/06: For the latest, up-to-date commentary on Spike Lee’s film — which I was indeed in — please visit my homepage or my Katrina category.]
I mentioned earlier that I had no idea whether I’m actually in Spike Lee’s documentary about Hurricane Katrina, which debuted yesterday at New Orleans Arena and airs on HBO next Monday and Tuesday. Spike interviewed me for over an hour for the film, but I wondered whether I had actually made the cut.
Well, it seems I have my answer, thanks to commenter Donna:
I attended the premiere of Spike Lee’s joint last night. I am pleased to tell you that you are the very first interview of Act I. A prophetic quote from your web log scrolls across the screen, setting the tone for the first act. Thank you for your concern last year.
Woohoo!
As I mentioned here, Spike had me read five of my blog posts aloud: New Orleans in peril, Humbled by Katrina, Evacuate, The mayor of New Orleans is an idiot, and NHC urges N.O. mayor to issue mandatory evacuation. Based on what Donna said, I’m guessing the first one, “New Orleans in peril,” is the one featured in the movie, though that’s just a guess.
Now, the question is… who has HBO, and wants to invite me over Monday night?
P.S. Please forgive the self-centeredness of this post (and, in particular, its title). Objectively, I realize there are much more important things to discuss about this movie than my being in it. But this is my blog, and I’ve never been in a movie before, so I hope y’all can indulge me. :)
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August 17th, 2006 at 3:43:39 pm
Wooooo Hooooo
I knew you would be in it I just knew it… the story would not have been complete if you were NOT in it!
Congrats! I have HBO and would be happy to have you over! To bad I am in San Rafael :(
Now lets see if my prediction of Leno comes true as well!
Brendan Loy the Wonder Boy!
August 17th, 2006 at 3:45:51 pm
I wonder if I’m actually shown on the screen — proudly displaying my USC colors! — or if I’m some sort of a voiceover or something. Donna said the quote “scrolls across the screen.” Hmm. We’ll soon see.
August 17th, 2006 at 4:14:17 pm
If you want to road trip to Tennessee, I’ll keep it on the DVR for ya.
I mean, it’s not a long drive, really…Becky could make it, oh, say 6 hours or so.
Glad you arrived home safely.
August 17th, 2006 at 4:16:55 pm
LOL
August 17th, 2006 at 4:25:50 pm
I have HBO. And I’ll buy the beer.
August 17th, 2006 at 4:52:39 pm
Thats really good Brendan!!!!
August 17th, 2006 at 5:02:15 pm
Wow, good job. Bet you’ll get asked to appear on some of the morning shows.
August 17th, 2006 at 5:24:08 pm
So who plays you in the movie, Brendan ?
Talk about entertainment potential ! (grin)
August 17th, 2006 at 5:31:37 pm
Nice work.
August 17th, 2006 at 5:44:14 pm
Congrats! I’ll definitely be watching this coming Monday!
August 17th, 2006 at 5:50:44 pm
Yay!!! I just don’t know anyone with HBO around here. Maybe my parents can tape it (DVD it?) and send it to me.
August 17th, 2006 at 7:34:48 pm
Congrats Brendan, I dont think I have much chance of seeing it Down Under though.
August 17th, 2006 at 8:49:54 pm
Brendan,
I can tivo it for you and then put it on my laptop…shoot me an email if interested.
August 17th, 2006 at 9:41:37 pm
Congrats Brendan!
I began following your blog with those same posts. Glenn at Instapundit gets the hat tip.
August 18th, 2006 at 6:30:11 am
Brendan,
So if all goes according to plan, by early September we can expect to see you:
a) Lash out at a camera man.
b) Release a statement on your blog that you’re going into rehab for 30 days and you appreciate everyone’s support.
c) Will be part of the cast of a future “Surreal Life” after the expected follow-up movie offers don’t exactly materialize.
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Please feel free to tread all over us little people during your visit to Hollywood stardom. We’ll see ya in a few months when you come crashing back down to average Joe-ville
*
I can’t wait to drop your name at the local Dunkin’ Donuts………I would expect at least a free chocolate glazed out of the deal.
August 18th, 2006 at 6:47:52 am
Actually, you could have a career as a double/stand-in for actor Topher Grace (the red-haired guy from the “That 70’s Show” who actually isn’t a bad actor in the few movies he’s made).
Just think about it……if all works out okay, you could DICTATE your blog to an intern and have them type for you…..and refill your soda glass……fetch your dry cleaning…..congrats, blogger-maximus !
August 18th, 2006 at 8:26:28 am
LOL…
August 18th, 2006 at 11:05:21 am
How do you get your entry on IMDB.
August 18th, 2006 at 12:10:51 pm
you need to put together your imdb.com profile. Complete with pictures and everything.
October 19th, 2006 at 7:42:47 am
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