Monday, June 24, 2013

Future Folk and NVFF invade Napa Valley!

A delightfully quirky film from the 2012 Film Festival, "A History of Future Folk," invaded Napa Valley this past weekend. The film follows General Trius and the Mighty Kevin from the planet of Hondo, they discover music and love and have really cool red helmets that look nothing like a bucket.



The real treat was co-director Jeremy Kipp Walker and The Mighty Kevin (Jay Klaitz) made the trip to California to introduce the film and entertain us with a wonderfully engaging musical performance.

Saturday, our friends at Chappellet hosted the film at what may be the most amazing outdoor theater in the world.





Incredible food grown and prepared by Kelley Novak (chef/gardener at Kelley's funny farm), the Sizzle real from last year's festival, and the guitar stylings of the Mighty Kevin made for an unforgettable night!


On Sunday, with the threat of rain looming, the crowd was reduced but those who attended were treated to a super film and a super moon at Long Meadow Ranch Winery & Farmstead.  The Mighty Kevin wandered in playing this guitar as the credits rolled... now that's 3D!  Jeremy invited everyone to the bar for an up close and personal Q&A.

Super Moon and Future Folk

Event Timelaspe at Long Meadow Ranch Winery & Farmstead
(with music performed by Mighty Kevin)

The History of Future Folk is available on itunes or watch it in select Theaters Nationwide June/July 2013
You can watch the trailer here.

In a few short months the third annual Napa Valley Film Festival takes place November 13 – 17, 2013. The festival offers food, wine and films.  Throughout the summer NVFF will have a series of events and films in some breathtaking locations.  Check their site for more details.

Thanks to Ben and the NVFF crew, the Chappellets, Chris Hall and Long Meadow Ranch Winery & Farmstead, Jeremy Kipp Walker and  The Mighty Kevin (Jay Klaitz) for an incredible weekend!

Hondo!
Paul the Outdoor Movie Guy

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Top Items to Bring to an Outdoor Movie

Summer is here, with it many communities and Park & Recreation Departments have started their summer movie series.  But what should you bring to an Outdoor Movie?




Packing List
  1. Chairs Simple, low back, fold-up chairs are ideal 
  2. Blankets to sit on or bundle up with
  3. Bug Spray Being eaten is no fun!
  4. Hooded sweatshirt or jacket
  5. Long pants, PJ's or change of clothes
  6. Allergy Medication
  7. Your favorite movie snack or candy
  8. Small flashlight
  9. Sleeping Bag and Pillow (My son insists that this is a must!)
Snacks
What is your favorite movie snack?  Milk Duds, Junior Mints and of course POPCORN all make the list.

If you are looking for something new and different that you can make yourself,  Chex has a huge selection or recipes available on their website.

You can make yours sweet, savory or even gluten free



Cheers
Paul the Outdoor Movie Guy