See ya in 2020!

What a year, huh?

I'm lucky guy and have a good life...  What more couldI possibly need...  

See ya in 2020!  Till then here's the New Year's post from Elmwood!~

As we are here in the last days of 2019 we want to say thanks.  

Thank YOU for an awesome 2019! We have a great 2020 lined up with a bunch of surprises and flicks coming your way!

And thank you to all the "BERNICE, TOO" Kickstarter backers and supporters! The movie is definitely going to be something special!

And a thanks to the spots we screened this year, and got extra love from - MAC 650 Gallery & Artist Co-Op for screening "Animal Behavior", Two Roads Brewing Company for their Roadsmary's Baby film fest for having us as part of the nite with "The Risley Brothers in The Legend of Cotterville Road" and to the judges of the film fest for choosing us as first place! And to the crew at Hardcore Sweet Bakery for screening "The Jungle Man' with "Paper City Burnout" from Diabolical Films! 

We had a blast this year! THANK YOU!

And start 2020 off right! Subscribe to Elmwood on YouTube!

We thank you for being with us in 2019, and next year is gonna be wild, don't miss a thing!

https://www.youtube.com/user/Elmwoodproductions

Merry Christmas!

Jingle Jingle Jingle!

Time to start the Christmas parties!

Sweet Dreams Mr. Spinney

Caroll Spinney passed away a week ago at 85.  

An amazing life, and amazing man.

So many people were messaging me about it, and sharing links with me about it, and it warmed my heart to know people even thought of me and the Elmwood gang at this time. 

I think that's part of Caroll's legacy.  Kindness and thoughtfulness. 

I was sad to read of his passing, and still am.  He lead what was a wonderful life, and did many great things.  And through the characters he created and performed taught us to be good people. 

"Lead by example".  This makes Caroll one of the great leaders of all time. And one of the greatest puppeteers that ever lived.

I'll miss him, and his performances.  We're lucky to have them recorded so we can still watch them and share them for generations to come.

Every year around this time I make it a point to watch "Christmas Eve on Sesame Street".  It may be the best thing Sesame Street ever produced.  And Big Bird and Oscar are the heart and soul of the whole thing.  Big Bird and Oscar... Caroll Spinney.

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The Freakateers - BERNICE, TOO

Hello everyone!

Thank you all again so much for your support. If you've watched the video first then you already know we had a delay in production which means the movie won't be out until 2020!
If you didn't watch the video first, well, now you know!

This is a good thing. It's giving us more time to make this movie the best movie it can possibly be. And that is super important to us at Elmwood Productions!

The whole concept behind "Bernice, Too" is to be fun, weird, silly, and to make everyone who sees it smile. We're bringing back some old friends to be a part of the film, and guest puppeteers, more puppets, and even will be reaching out to the Kickstarter backers to join in on a day of shooting if you can! More details on that when the time is closer!

We've been at this for almost 20 years. How crazy is that? And without your support it couldn't have happened! We love you so much!

For those who "Kicked" in for the original sketch and the t-shirt we will be shipping them out in January, so make sure your info is up to date with Kickstarter and us!

Like we did with "HEAD" we'll also be making behind the scenes videos as we film, and will be posting them on Kickstarter for the backers first before hitting YouTube a week later. These videos are always a fun look into underground/independent film making, and you get to see the folks under the puppets too!

Again - THANK YOU! For your support and patience as we make "BERNICE, TOO" into our craziest flick yet!

- The Elmwood Gang

And if you're looking for other ways to show your love for Elmwood Productions don't for get to follow us on Facebook -

YouTube -

Instagram -

And share with your friends! That's a HUGE help!

And also check out Ko-Fi -

Cuz we love coffee...

50 Years... Still Strong

Sesame Street aired it's first episode fifty years ago today. 

So much has changed, and the show is still making waves.  Pretty amazing.

It was a few years later I became obsessed with it and The Muppet Show...  I was the perfect age at that time as both shows were running, and I was in awe of them.

Wake Up!

Bernice, Too!

The Kickstarter for "Bernice, Too" was a success! Did you miss out on it and still want to help the movie get made?

Well that's awesome!

Head on over to elmwood.vhx.tv and look for "The Bernice, Too Package"!

By purchasing the package all the proceeds from it will go right into making "Bernice, Too" and you'll get a shout out on Facebook and a thanks in the film credits!

The package includes a TON of Elmwood's series, films, and shorts! And is only available until November 1, 2019 WAIT, THAT'S TODAY!!!

If that isn't enough to get you in on it, then maybe Mike, Nicki, and Rick can persuade you -

                Here's what "The Bernice, Too" package includes:

For only $20.00 you'll get the following films and series:

"Animal Behavior" - 13 episode series (PG)

"The Risley Brothers:Welcome to The Wooden Beaver" - Short film (PG-13)

"The Risley Brothers" - 10 episode series (PG-13)

"The Risley Brothers in The Legend of Cotterville Road" - Short film (PG-13)

"The Jungle Man" - Short film (R)

"Josh and Todd: The Story of a Man and His Puppet" - Feature film (R)

"Steve the Vampire" - 12 episode series (PG-13)

And when the film is complete you'll also get "BERNICE, TOO"! All for $20.00.
To buy all these separately would be $30.00!

What are you waiting for? An invite? Well, consider yourself invited!!!

HERE’S THE LINK TO

THE “BERNICE, TOO” PACKAGE -

https://elmwood.vhx.tv/products/the-bernice-too-package

Happy Halloween!

Last Call!

We're still working away at "Bernice, Too"!
Thank you again to all the Kickstarter supporters!
And you can still help make the flick happen even though the Kickstarter is over!
Head on over to elmwood.vhx.tv and look for

"The Bernice, Too Package"!
By purchasing the package all the proceeds from it will go right into making "Bernice, Too" and you'll get a shout out on Facebook and a thanks in the film credits! The package includes a TON of Elmwood's series, films, and shorts! Thanks for all of your continued support!

Halloween Viewing!

Graveyard Gil and Richie are here to wish you a HAPPY HALLOWEEN from all of us at Elmwood Productions and to remind you to check out "Graveyard Gil's Midnite Thrills" on YouTube and "HEAD" now streaming from Terror Films and Elmwood Productions!

Don't miss out on the scares this Halloween season!

Graveyard Gil's Midnite Thrills

HEAD

The Jungle Man Steve The Vampire Happy Halloween!

The Legend of Cotterville Road

FIRST PLACE WINNER!  WOW!!!

The gang from The Wooden Beaver is throwing a Halloween party in Quig's garage on their night off. Only problem: They don't have Wes' favorite beer! So Quig and Schmutsy head out on a spooky adventure to track it down! To see all the adventures of "The Risley Brothers" head on over to The Elmwood Channel! - https://elmwood.vhx.tv/products This film does not reflect the opinions or views of Two Roads Brewing Company. "The Risley Brothers in The Legend of Cotterville Road" was created for the annual film festival held by Two Roads Brewing Company and The Nutmeg Institute: "Roadsmary's Horror Film Competition" held 10/18/2019. The film won First Place! Thank you to the jurors and staff of Two Roads!

Tonite!

 Miss Wes and the Wooden Beaver gang?

Wanna be the first to see the newest short film starring "The Risley Brothers"?

Make sure to come out to Two Roads Brewing Company on October 18th for the Roadsmary's Baby Horror Film Competition!

All the event details can be found HERE!
We hope to see ya!

And don't worry if you cannot make it!

The new short will be available on The Elmwood Channel and YouTube after the screening!

HEAD

This Weekend! The Risley Brothers Return!

 Miss Wes and the Wooden Beaver gang?

Wanna be the first to see the newest short film starring "The Risley Brothers"?

Make sure to come out to Two Roads Brewing Company on October 18th for the Roadsmary's Baby Horror Film Competition!

All the event details can be found HERE!
We hope to see ya!

And don't worry if you cannot make it!

The new short will be available on The Elmwood Channel and YouTube after the screening!

Help Elmwood Make "BERNICE, TOO"!

We're still working away at "Bernice, Too"!
Thank you again to all the Kickstarter supporters!
And you can still help make the flick happen even though the Kickstarter is over!
Head on over to elmwood.vhx.tv and look for "The Bernice, Too Package"!
By purchasing the package all the proceeds from it will go right into making "Bernice, Too" and you'll get a shout out on Facebook and a thanks in the film credits! The package includes a TON of Elmwood's series, films, and shorts! Thanks for all of your continued support!

Custom Puppets!

Last chance to get a custom puppet order placed to receive the puppet in time for Christmas!  
The cut off for orders in 10/30!

More info HERE on Etsy!

Throwback Thursday - From the Elmwood archives!

 

From the archives -  2009

The lost "long" version of "Lock And Load! A Guide to Surviving The Zombie Apocalypse"

A fun short film Elmwood made in the wake of making "Josh & Todd"
We needed a break from "big" projects.  

So in the year following principal production of "Josh & Todd" we shot some goofy non-puppet stuff, and picked up on a few more episodes of 'Steve the Vampire".  This one, "Lock and Load" always cracked me up.  I totally forgot there was a longer version than the one we released.  While going through the old archives I stumbled upon it, was glad to see the whole thing!

Hard to believe that was ten years ago!  We've come so far since then!!!

"You have located the home of the Z.A.T.S. - Zombie Apocalypse Task Squad. We are dedicated to helping all Americans survive the upcoming Armageddon precipitated by the rising of the recently dead. Be sure to watch "Lock And Load" our instructional video including submissions from our supporters around the globe. Remember, the only way to Survive is to be Constantly Vigilant."

https://zombietasksquad.blogspot.com/

Steve the Vampire

Let's Get Halloween Started!

Graveyard Gil and Richie are here to wish you a HAPPY HALLOWEEN from all of us at Elmwood Productions and to remind you to check out "Graveyard Gil's Midnite Thrills" on YouTube and "HEAD" now streaming from Terror Films and Elmwood Productions!

Don't miss out on the scares this Halloween season!

Graveyard Gil's Midnite Thrills

HEAD

The Jungle Man Steve The Vampire Happy Halloween!

The Jungle Man

This one's for you Micheal...

You decided to take off just before this tune came out, but I have a feeling you would have loved it.

Miss ya.

The Risley Brothers

Jim Henson Day!

Be kind, and be good!

Happy Birthday to Jim Henson!

Mmm... Coffee...

Today's Mug!  Drinking some amazing coffee I got as a gift from Ricky...  

And right from a 

"The Risley Brothers" mug!  

You can get one of these cool mugs too!  Just CLICK HERE!

Gonna be spending a few days with The Risley Brothers and their crazy friends today...  You'll have to stay tuned to find out why!
Heh!

The Bernice, Too Package

Funny How Everything Was Roses When We Held Onto The Guns...

Where were you September 1991?

Sweet Dreams Daniel...

You were (and will be forever) an inspiration.  Thank you for you.

True Love Will Find You In The End