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02/01/09	FAITH, THANK YOU very much for the time that you spent talking with me Saturday @ the GNRS show. Sorry to interrupt your lunch, but really wanted to meet you in person. Also, for the autograph and photo of you and me , keep up the great work and I look forward to receiving my DVD s when they are ready. THANKS AGAIN, HENRY DANA 32 HIBOY , MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
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01/28/09	hello, I wanted to congratulate for your film and give you my support. Creating a feature film on the topic of old cars and hotrods must have been quite a challenge!! It is so very rare to find a woman, passionate about cars and even rarer for someone to pull off a project of this magnitude! Keep making movies, we want to see more!!! Lescurat Hubert - France. Original message: Bonjour, Je vous adresse mes sincères félicitations et encouragement pour ce film. C'est tellement difficile de réaliser une fiction ayant pour sujet l'automobile ancienne et deplus les hot-rods. Il est tellement rare de voir une femme passionée par l'automobile et qui réussi à mener à bien un tel projet. Continuez et faite nous découvrir encore plus. Si vous en faite une version française, avertissez moi, que je puisse l'acheter au_plus vite. Par ce message, je vous adresse mes meilleur voeux pour 2010 et mes salutations depuis le Pays Basque français. Lescurat Hubert
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01/26/09	I just found the thread about this film on dvxuser. Amazingly inspiring and I thank you for your blog. As I began reading your blog entries, I felt your desire, motivation, and dedication. It is GREAT to see you pull off what most people would think impossible. Hope you don't mind my posting this trailer on my VIDEO OF THE DAY channel. (...) Vimeo user Bumki Cho
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01/26/09	c'est un choc de recevoir un mail en français , j'avais lu sur powerglide que vous étiez française, mais je ne m'attendais pas à recevoir un message de votre part. donc j'en profite pour vous dire une grand bravo. s'attaquer a cette histoire dont la toile de fond est le hotrod & le rock'n roll est formidable et extraordinaire, moi qui suis nostalgique de ces période et qui pense sincèrement pas être né à la bonne époque (même si chez nous ces années étaient troublées par le début de nos guerres) alors je vous souhaites sincèrement la meilleur des réussites et le plus grand succès pour votre film. j'espère qu'il deviendra un film Culte , et pourquoi pas qu'il devienne une référence comme l'a été américain graffiti ou la fureur de vivre (rebel without a cause). en plus de ce que j'ai vu , les plans que vous tournez sont digne des plus grand peintre sur le sujet, vos image sont d'un graphisme et d'une esthétique extrême, de toute beauté! je ne suis pas un grand cinéaste, mais en temps que cinéphile éclectique, je pense que vos images sont de toute beauté. amicalement, Albert LUCAS
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01/25/09	Faith, Thank you for sharing the film with us. I was impressed by everything, performances, how the story came together, photography, etc. You are close to the finish line and should be proud. Looking forward to the premiere! Terry
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01/20/09	Hello Faith, Thank you so much for getting back to us! I was on a TV program this morning and one of the cameramen came up after my appearance and told me about your film! He said the classic car world is anxiously awaiting to see it! Helen
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01/13/09	After seeing the Florida premiere of the movie, I am looking forward to getting my own copy and viewing it again. I feel that it is a great movie and extremely well done. Regards, David P. Donaldson, MFA
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01/13/09	bonjour faith je me permet a nouveau de contacter simplement pour te dire qu'en france il y a de grande chance que ton film cartonne; en fait j'achete nitro, rod&custom , powerglide, american car etc.. et les articles de chacun sont tres bon a ton egard ainsi que le film.car jusqu'a present personne avant toi n'avait osé pareil aventure surtout sans "moyen" cela 17ans que j'achete ces bouquins et je n'avais encore pas vu d'article concernant un film en train de se tourner autour de la " voiture americaine" a part grosse production americaine dont je ne veux surtout pas citer le non tellement c'est bidon.le tien d'apres juste les photos que je vois suite aux articles a l'air vraiment naturel sans exces et certainement dans une tradition pure car je pense que tu as souhaité etre la plus juste et la plus fidele a cette epoque ou je crois nous aurions du tous naitre et participer.j'espere également que grace a ca tu est lancé pour l'avenir et que tu ne t'arreteras pas a ce film il y a tellement longtemps qu'on ne voyait plus de vrai film sur les rods ou autres voitures americaine et qui peut m'amener a la conclusion on vas enfin vibrer ou excuse moi le mot mais certainement plus explicite: "bander"!! a nouveau bonne change pour la suite des tes projets car a mon avis cela doit a nouveau germer dans ta tete.(...) en tout cas je ne peut que pronostiquer une standing ovation pour toi toute ton equipe votre réalisation. cordialement Yoann Favre, FRANCE
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01/11/09	I just received the update on the editing work for your movie Faith…. great idea!!! I love the idea of having a shorter commercial version that will appeal to a wider audience because I’m pulling for your success Faith!!! I could have built my coupe in 2 years… instead of 3 but it wouldn’t have been as detailed and refined as I had it pictured in my mind! I know that the next few months will be very challenging for you… but as a fan of you and your movie I know the end result will well be worth the wait!! Go Girl!!!! Mike
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01/12/09	hi faith, just a quick note[ ,cos we know you are one busy film maker girl] to let you know you have our full support in any decisions with DOS, and look forward to the release in may, i heard theres going to be a collectors edition with "making of" ect, put me down for one of those too!! make this movie the best you can make it faith, with all our blessings,best wishes. Karen Wetherall, UK.
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01/12/09	Faith, Anxious to see DOS. But I also want it to be as good as can be. Waiting a couple of months while you get it right is no hardship. Be true to yourself and the story you want to tell. No reply necessary. Steve
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01/12/09	HI Faith I have been following the movie on your web site since it started, Can’t wait to see it !! I wish I was in California and could have work with everyone on the project. You have an Amazing photograph eye, I love the angles and composition of your pictures. (...) You have came this far, take it to the limit, and see how far it will go !! Just don’t forget about us pre orders when you make it BIG !! Good Luck THX Bud Nicholson
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01/12/09	Faith, for all the time consuming effort you have so generously contributed, all of us Hambers can certainly wait just a bit longer I'm sure!! It was a pleasure to be one of many to donate money to see you complete your dream, & now again to pre order a copy of the results of all your labors. Take your time & do it right-----We are all counting on you!!!!!!!!!------- Don
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01/12/09	faith, wishing you all the best with the movie, remember ,many of us have spent years building our cars and many more building a sense of nostalgia about that special time, so dont hurry, and do produce the gem movie we all need. thanks dwain rogers, deuce roadster owner.
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01/12/09	Good Luck--Can't wait for the release-A 70 yr old street rodder--Doc Gibson
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01/12/09	Hello Faith, Just wanted to let you know I recently sent an email to both Jay Leno and Oprah suggesting they have you as a guest on their shows to showcase the great work you have done filming the Deuce of Spades. Figured Jay would have to be interested because he is an acknowledged car enthusiast. Oprah should be interested because it is so unusual for a woman to take on a film project the magnitude of Deuce of Spades while maintaining control from beginning to end with unbelievable dedication. Also, I think a film trailer showing how Deuce of Spades was made would be very interesting. People viewing it would then be able to appreciate the incredible effort involved in making the film. I sincerely hope everyone will eventually be able to see Deuce of Spades in their local theaters and that it is an incredible box-office success so all those who worked so hard making the film are justly rewarded with mega-dollars! All the best to you, Faith!!! Fred Schuster
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12/30/09	Just wanted to add a note saying that I'm a writer/director (one of those dreaded Hollywood types who sell their souls ;)), and your site blew me away. I'm only about seventeen shooting days into your story, and I had to stop and buy the movie. Take care, Jeff
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12/29/09	I'm looking forward to the arrival of the movie. Think I'll have some friends over too for the premiere at my house. I had heard of the film thru my model car message board, Spotlight Hobbies.com and am very impressed by your zeal, drive, and perseverance. Beholding to no one, sticking to your dream and goal. You've got some good karma going on there, lady. Sequel?...just wondering... Ed D.
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12/28/09	Faith- Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you!! I have been thrilled each time you put up a new post on your blog. I can't imagine how much of yourself you give for your passion. You have made me chuckle, marvel, anticipate and be entertained for a long time and it looks like it'll all be bearing fruit in 2010. I only wish I could have met you in person earlier because you're about to become an icon and no mere mortal will be able to gain access to you after the release. Oh, well.....Maybe I'll just have to become famous, too!! All the best to you in the coming year. Larry Williams (another '32 roadster owner/driver/mechanic)
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12/14/09	Faith, Great film! I saw the teasers and you have all my respect for what you have done. That is absolutely amazing that you have done so much and without a budget. I noticed it first in the “flakes&primer” forum (Germany) and till then I wanted to see the whole film. I am a hot-rodder so I am looking forward to get the package. Greetings from Germany Gordon
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12/10/09	G'day from Sydney Australia, Faith, we're busting to see this flick! I personally have been waiting for this ever since it was mentioned on the H.A.M.B well over 18 months ago. Kudos to you and your crew for all the hard work that's been put in. The boys and girls from Street Ratz Hot Rod & Kustom Club Inc. cant wait for the DVD to arrive. Regards, Michael "moose" Dickson
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12/03/09	Faith, I've been waiting for your movie to come out, ever since I heard about it. Got on your web site yesterday, and ordered 4 copies, and today ordered a T-shirt. My personal car is a fenderless '32, built in the early style, '56 Ford pickup drum brakes up front, wide whites on red wheels, and'54 Ford hubcaps off of the '54 Ford that I had in high school 45 years ago. Can't wait to see your movie. Larry Judkins Elgin, IL
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12/02/09	I am grateful that you do take the time with your responses re: DOS items and all the blog updates you provide. Don't know how you do it all! Anyway...(briefly) I heard more good things about DOS from the Denver area over the week-end, even though I missed the show. Good exposure! The Greybeard's do an excellent job-I had my cars in there for several years while living in CO. Sounds as if the editing is taking shape. Mark
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11/30/09	I am always looking for 50s era films like The Wanderers, Deuces Wild, Lords of Flatbush, American Graffiti and so forth. I was on you tube scanning films, scenes, etc when I came across your film. I immediately loved the idea and when I saw the period correct cars and style I was hooked. Once I saw Johnny's flashback and how beautifully it was done, I knew I was looking at a work of art. I had to know more about this film and the director. Professor Adrian Pantoja
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11/30/09	Hi Faith I wonder if you can tell me if a DVD will be available in the States in December. I am coming to Seattle for Christmas/New Year and leaving behind a close friend in England and I would love to bring this DVD back for him as he has been looking forward to seeing this for 6 months or so. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you Holly
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11/30/09	Thanks Faith, for all your work ,movie producer, director, acct. manager, mechanic, cast coordinator, grip, key grip, sound engineer,props coordinator, lighting engineer, full time job, all on no money, and still take time to write me several times, straighten out my paypal acct, and talk to me about my artwork. (Sorry one long sentence). You are truly a one woman army. You deserve to be rich and famous beyond your greatest dreams. You will be blessed in your hard work. P.S: You did it all yourself. !!!! Mike Connell
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11/18/09	I still find it hard to believe that such a hard working woman finds time to answer her emails personally and then even on the same day. This may sound corny to you but I feel like I'm in contact with a movie star. You may not be one yet but if you keep on going head first through life and doing things the way you think they should be done and not taking ``no´´ for an answer, then I'm sure some day your name will really be up in Big Bright Lights. When that day comes, I'll just sit back and say ``Oh ya, Faith Granger, I had a bit of email contact with her, I even have a signed copy of her first full length movie.´ (...) I ordered the DVD a couple of weeks ago and I will wait patiently until Jan 2010 but it's killing me. I'm a 58 year old American Hot Rodder living and working here in Frankfurt, (central) Germany and I am just simply amazed that you have done such a fantastic job all on your own and on a subject in a time period that even I only have memories of as a kid growing up on the east coast. I know already that this will be my most favorite movie of all time and as soon as I get my copy, I plan to invite all my German and American Hot Rod friends over to my work-shop (big barn) to watch it with me. I am really looking forward to the film and not just for the rod scenes but I'll probably get all lumpy in my throat over the rest of the plot too. Oh I really just can't wait!!! I hope it's ok to say, I'm just another guy who is just fascinated by you, the way you are and what you have achieved. Best Regards, Gilbert Gallant Germany
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11/18/09	Hey Faith , Been following the write-ups on your movie ever since it was featured here in New Zealand Hot Rod magazine , just been onto your website and ordered two copies of the DVD and just thought i'd say what a great job you've done and there's heaps of people here in NZ looking forward to seeing the movie when it comes out. Cheers Rick Vice President Southern Street Rodders, Christchurch,New Zealand.
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11/17/09	Only you Faith have the drive and ambition to own, work on and drive a 32 roadster, dream up a story, turn it into a screen play, operate a camera, assemble a cast, produce, direct and play in a movie you made!! While keeping a blog and working a full time job and look great doing it!! It took me 3 years to build my coupe... I did every nut, bolt, wire, roll cage, paint, engine, all my own design... scraped and paid for by all the overtime I could get my hands on... it's a lot of pressure to not be a failure and to complete such a challenge so I kind of have a sense of what you went through..... that's why I admire your courage and am more than happy to wait for a personally signed T to frame!! Sorry to take up so much time. Wish me luck going 200 MPH at B'ville! Thanks again Faith Mike
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11/16/09	I have seen all of your screen grabs on DVX user, and trailers. Your use of lighting is sheer emotion, your story comes through loud and clear, and it's not even done! I have never been so moved by anyone's work like that. Thanks again, Mike
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11/16/09	Faith. I just would like to say this to you, I really appreciate the personal level of communication with you . I would have never thought it possible to communicate with the actual producer of a film that I was very interested in. You are an amazing individual to pull together all that you have going on. I wish you the very best and most success with your efforts in rewards both personal and monetary for your contribution to an era gone. I can not wait to see the film for my personal critique. The short takes have been very appealing. The cars , oh the cars! I love them the most. I was told that that was you with the black roadster. I love it, a pin-up and my dream car! Fabulous! Not trying to squeeze you for a signed photo of beautiful you and that lovely roadster , but I did not see one available for purchase under the merchandise offers. My father was from Southern California , growing up in the time frame that your film was set, raising me with his fond memories of his youth. He is long gone now, but his memories of the times have not. He was a ( long hair - as he called it) with a '50 Merc' . called Woody that was candy apple red. Thank you for the reminders and an hour glass to look back in time and see what I did not live. I will promote your film to as many people that I share of the same interest with to the hilt! Do you know how far out shipping will be on the first orders? Thanks Faith, again wish you the best! Sorry to be so lengthy in conversation, it is just so cool to correspond to you though. I feel your passion for the film. Jim W.
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11/06/09	In Quebec there is a small community of hotrod fanatics. I will arrange to transmit the word around. I like your style and your determination to accomplish your dream and I am looking forward to see your movie. Best Regards. Olivier Savoie.
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11/05/09	Thank you so much for the response Faith. I patiently await the opportunity to purchase your film. I am an avid hotrodder myself and treasure most car related films. Thank you for your artistic pursuit to make a great film. Wish you the best! James Van Wert
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11/04/09	Faith I’ve followed your progress 2 years, you're incredible! I don’t see how one small girl could accomplish so much! Your determination is very inspiring…. Someone should do a documentary on you!!!!!! I tried to pre order a DVD and send a 20 dollar contribution but I don’t have paypal, is there another way to do it? Thanks Faith! Mike Warren
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11/06/09	hi faith.. my buddy and i both have 32 ford street rods..we are two of the guys that went through the early hot rod life..went to the dream cruise and made the film viewing number one on things to do.. we ended up next to the screen so you had a couple of deuces there..we were honered to be able to put them there.. wish you could have been here..really wanted to meet you..anyway i loved the film ..loved all of it..you stayed within the movies charactor..i feel that is where the movie gets it life.. your attention to detail is on the money.. when all is said and done you really do have a winner and reading what you went through to get it done is amazing.. I ordered my dvd copy,tee shirts, and key chain.. great film..enjoy your victory. you earned it.. bobby champagne tampa florida.
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11/02/09	Hello Faith, I must say I was lucky enough to be at the premier of DEUCE OF SPADES. I was engrossed right from the beginning of the movie and up till the very end. It touched my heart and brought back my youth once again. The sound designs were mysterious and enchanting. The story line was so real, I could relate my own life to it. The dialog and actors were right on as if it were the fifties all over again. I have many adjectives to describe DEUCE OF SPADES but for now I'll just say it was AWESOME!....I can't wait to see it again. Congratulations on a long overdue and endearing movie. Yours truly, Sam Stray
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10/31/09	Dear Faith, Thank you for inviting me to the screening of Deuce of Spades. I know you are not a trained DP or video/film camera operator so I am amazed at how much you have learned in such a short period of time. In many of your scenes the lighting, composition, ingenuity and creativity are as good as I have seen in 25 years of producing films and television. Especially the period scenes. You have captured the 50's and the hot rod scene. Keep up the good work. This film will become a calling card for you. You had some brilliant ideas that succeeded on film. Bravo. Everyone has a brilliant idea. Making them come to fruition is another story. The story is well thought out and the direction is strong. The actors have their cues and obviously your casting was very successful. I can see this being a stepping stone for your freshman actors and a new round of recognition for the cast that played the older characters. Great job casting. There is a level of genius in this production, Faith and I believe you will have success with this film and the films to follow. Your directing career is off to a great start. Best Regards, Oak O'Connor Sr. Director, Production and Programming GoTV Networks&Studion
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10/30/09	Deuce of Spades was exquisitely photographed, filled with fantastic hot rods, jumps back in time to the mid 1950’s; the age of innocence, when fast cars, rock and roll, drag racing, and good times were all that mattered to young people. Author/Director Faith Granger captured the look and feel of Southern California back in the days when orange groves dotted the landscape and swing dances were all the rage. Period correct in every detail Granger manages to bring back the simple life style of that era with confidence and grace. But it is her keen story telling of the lost love between Johnny Calloway and Betty Thompson that captivates the main thread of the story While the film runs over two hours in length, it’s worth spending every second watching and enjoying as you are taken on the emotional ups and downs and twists and turns it has to offer. A must see for all ages! Lynn B. Tivens President Meister Communication Corporation
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10/29/09	Saw the preview at Daytona. Congratulations! Outstanding film. I lived much of that era and you nailed it !!!After it ended I just had to sit a while. It was that good. Frank Melbourne, FL
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10/27/09	Man, I loved the movie Sat night at Daytona Beach it brought back a lot of old memories thank you.:) Tom
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10/27/09	Faith, I loved it!!! What a sexy film and I loved the cars, all of them! Thank you! I saw the second showing and just got home. When can I get a dvd copy from you? The film kinda choked me up a bit. That never happens to me. The ending was very powerful and profound to me. It still moves me thinking about it! Now hurry up and send me a copy! LOL. Thanks Faith, David Gallentine
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10/25/09	WELL FAITH YOU REALLY REALLY ROCKED FLORIDA'S HOT RODDERS LAST NIGHT IN A HUGE WAY. NEVER HAVE I WITNESSED A LG CROWED SO RIVETED TO THEIR SEATS WITH AND OUTSTANDING ABILITY TO MAINTAIN BLADDER CONTROL ! HARDLY ANYBODY EVEN MOVED IN THEIR CHAIR AN INCH ! I AM SO VERY PROUD OF YOU, AND THE INTEGRITY YOU HAVE THAT IS SO OBVIOUSLY STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART. IT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS. I WILL BE WEARING MY NEW DOS SHIRT WHEN I RACE MY ROADSTER IN A FEW HOURS AT BILLETPROOF. AND I WILL BE DRIVING MY BUDDY IN HIS 1938 PLY ROD TO MISSOURI THIS WEEK SO IT WILL BE ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO SPREAD THE MOVIE NEWS THERE AND BACK. I THINK YER NAME IS NOT ONLY BEAUTIFUL BUT MOST FITTING TO THE CHIC THAT U ARE, AND WHAT U HAVE DONE FOR ALL OF US !!! ALL THANX GO TO U FOR ALL OF US HOTRODDERS... I WILL BE VERY PLEASED TO MEET U SOME DAY...THERE ARE MANY ALREADY IN LOVE WITH U LIKE ME, AND THE AMAZING HEARTFELT MAJOR CONTRIBUTION TO ALL OF US..... LATER PURTY LADY, STAY KOOL AND CONGRADULATIONS !!! JOHNNY C / KISSIMMEE FL
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10/25/09	Was at your showing of your movie last night. Excellent job, well done. (...) One thousand percent better than we ever expected from a private movie producer like yourself. Keep up the good work. Me and the wife filled out your questionnaire and every question you asked we commented positively!!!!!!!!! If you need any help in the central Florida area to benefit you and/or the film don't hesitate to ask. (...) Was a privilege to be there at the premiere. Gary Gross
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10/25/09	FAITH, HOPE YOU GET THIS AS I AM COMPUTER DUMB. SAW D.O.S. IN DAYTONA LAST NIGHT, MORE I THOUGHT ABOUT IT THIS MORN. OVER MY COFFEE AND CIGS, THE MORE I LIKED IT . DAMN GOOD FOR A FIRST TIME, GIRLIE, YEAH, IM GETTING THE DVD. HOPE TO GET ONE OF THE FIRST AUTOGRAPHED ONES. YOU ARE THE COOLEST CHICK ON THIS PLANET . HOPE THIS FLICK DOES WELL FOR YOU. NEVER CHANGE, FAITH, YOU COULDN'T GET ANY COOLER THAN YOU ARE. FOR SOME REASON, HAVENT BEEN ABLE TO GET THIS MOVIE OUT OF MY HEAD SINCE I SAW IT LAST NIGHT .IT MADE ME THINK OF ANOTHER LOW BUDGET MOVIE MADE IN 1973,MAYBE YOUVE HEARD OF IT, AMERICAN GRAFFITI,... THIS LOW BUDGET MOVIE WAS MADE BY AN UNKNOWN NAMED LUCAS I BELIEVE ,(STAR WARS HELP?). ANYWAYS, THIS LOW BUDGET MOVIE THAT CRITICS LAUGHED AT NOW IS ONE OF THE AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTES 100 GREATEST MOVIES EVER MADE. LOVED THE FLICK FAITH,I THINK IVE MADE MY POINT,KNOW UR BUSY, WONT BOTHER YOU ANYMORE, BEST OF LUCK TO YOU, 4 48 YR. OLD HOTROD GUY IN DAYTONA.
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10/25/09	Caught your film in Daytona last night... I think you have a winner on your hands! The audience reaction was very positive, and everyone seemed to enjoy it. I filled out a feedback card, and plan on buying the dvd when it becomes available. You should be very proud. Bud Pyle (one of those shiny car owners!)
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10/25/09	Faith, Your movie was very good. I was at the screening of Deuce of Spades last night in Daytona and didn't have a chance to fill out the survey. Do you have one available online or can I just answer in an email? Linda DeMarco
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10/25/09	Saw the premiere of Deuce of Spades in Daytona. Loved the whole concept. Story line was really great. Music fit very well. Will definitely see it again. I was expecting a different ending so was surprised in the end. I have told my hotrod and non hotrod friends about your film. Pat Gross
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10/25/09	Hi Faith, Well...... You’ve done it. I can’t explain how happy I am for you that you’ve realized your dream. Most people don’t get or squander the opportunity because they are put off by the effort required. Not you! You had this vision and you’ve made it a reality. I’ve read your filmmakers blog and I have an idea of what you’ve gone through to achieve your dream. Most people would have given up ages ago. I wish I’d been at your first test screening to see your audience’s reaction and to give you my congratulations direct. You’ll just have to accept an e-mail J. (...) Since I wrote to you last, the other major Hot Rod, American Car and Drag racing magazines in the UK have all run features on the film and I’ve talked it up with people I know and not only petrol heads because it’s obvious this film works on different levels. I’m privileged to have the chance to buy an advance copy of the DVD and my Pay Pal payment has just gone through. (...) As you can tell, you already have a global audience for the film and so I hope you get to travel a bit to promote it. Please let me know if an opportunity comes up for you to travel to the UK as I would love to meet you and thank you personally for your vision. I would also take it as an honor to introduce my daughter to you. As she starts to make those life changing decisions on what career to follow, I can hold you up as an example of what can be achieved with a lot of hard work. She is veering towards engineering, possibly aviation, and she is already a committed drag racing enthusiast. She appreciates Hot Rods and the nostalgic life style ( with a modern twist). I’ve promised her a trip to the US in a couple of years, probably California, to catch some US drag racing. Maybe we’ll meet up then. You can introduce me to the Main Man......Jerry. We all wish we had friends like Jerry. You’re lucky..... You’ve got one ! Take some time for yourself now. Please rest and feed yourself up. I want you to be in the best possible shape to enjoy the attention Deuce of Spades is going to bring you. And over the early part of next year, as the promotional train rolls on, if you get to thinking “ what’s next”, I’d appreciate an e-mail as to what your next project is going to be. I know the majority of the work on this project has been done by yourself, but please give my “thanks” to the actors and crew who, under your direction, have made this happen. Keep Well, Faith and I look forward to receiving my copy of Deuce of Spades. Colin Roaf
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10/28/09	Yeah.. I was watching your teaser stuff and loved your use of the old hot rods. Your camera placement was sweet. And your wides on the flats during magic hour were stunning. I love that stuff. A period piece with no budget..... Fantastic job. Good luck with it. RT
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10/25/09	Dear Faith, I’m a big fan of the 50’s Hot Rod and education movies and your project let me think you like them too. The trailers and footage approving your incredible sense for style and emotion and i can’t wait to get hands on this awesome art piece. Cordially yours Jan ‘Derby’ Müller (Germany)
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10/25/09	Faith, I know it has been awhile since we last chatted, but I wanted to take a minute to say congrats! I have been watching your film's progress and have been pulling for your success. I wish I was closer to you so I could have been involved at a hands on level. I am so proud of what you have done. Very few folks have the drive to see a project through, even fewer to do it at the level of craft you have achieved. Take a deep breath, cause it ain't over 'till it's over - and the fun is just starting. I have ordered a DVD and can't wait to see DOS. Take good care of yourself - Jerry
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10/25/09	Faith, I have just finished ordering my advanced copies, including a donation, as the system didn't recognise that I was ordering from overseas and increase the P&P charges. Of course you know now I will be waiting by the mail box every day and harrassing the postie until they arrive! I was showing a friend the teasers the other day, all he could do was grin from ear to ear and say Yeeehaaa! Congrats Faith you have done an incredible job and I can't wait to sit down with a big old bowl of popcorn and some beers, crank up the sounds, sit back and get sucked into this world that you have created! I have ordered a T shirt also. Time for some serious drive time for you and DOS.......without the camera gear!! Well done again! Cheers Wade Nisbet New Zealand.
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10/25/09	Faith, I've been following the progress of your film for sometime and am so glad to see that it's now available. I just ordered 2 advance copies, 1 for myself and 1 for my son for Christmas, even if I have to give it to him late. (...) We listed your web site in one of our monthly club news letters earlier this year and several of our members have also been following the progress. Looking forward to getting the advanced DVD's. Ron Poe
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10/18/09	Faith, Thank you for inviting me to the special screening and the privilege of seeing your pet project, your baby, Deuce of Spades! I thoroughly enjoyed watching the film from beginning to end. I teared up at least three times. It had just the right amount of drama, humor, tragedy, excitement, despair, and redemption. What you have accomplished is nothing short of amazing! I've seen many films, studio blockbusters and independents, and I must say that this exceeds the expectations of an independent film, although it has elements of an independent, it is exceptionally unique in it's story, presentation and cinematography. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it. (...) I'm actually having dreams of scenes from the movie, ha! :) (...) You should be so proud!!! Warmest Regards, Robert Eldon, filmmaker.
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10/18/09	Hey Faith, I've been digesting the info from your movie since the viewing. Call me crazy, but I've been so affected that Right now I feel like I want to build something Excruciatingly fast and powerful, then push it past its limits just so I can suffer the agony and displacement that your characters have shown lead to such a fulfilling reward. The last scene of the film, I was about to turn into that tasmanian devil cartoon character and totally spin out in yer living room. I mean literally, the message that I got was the power of love. You nailed it down so hard with this production Its made me wanna burst into flames just to recover that one most prized gift. WOW. Deuce of Spades is the shit! Congratulations Faith, this movie is going to find its place in history. Your story line and the layout of events is super intelligent, the shifting of the camera speed was my favorite aspect, and the dream sequences were a total acid trip ;) I said it before, so to re-iterate. If you need signage or whatever, let me know. This project is a winner. Ian Roussell, custom car builder.
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10/18/09	Dear Faithy, The screening last night was fantastic! The movie was beyond my expectations!! Rex Ajarillo, hotrodder.
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10/18/09	Bumped into your page on DVX user while researching films shot in HDV. Your story is awesome it must be the best one on that website. Also checked out the trailers and think your film is very well shoot and composed It is amazing that you have been able to squeeze out so much from your camera. Like a friend of mine was recently saying it is not the equipment you use that needs to be good but the person behind the equipment. Pedro Suarez
10/18/09	Hi Faith! I am severely impressed with your direction and drive. I went through the beginning of your blog and through the website, and I must say, this is ambition how it is seldom shown. The attitude that you show should be expressed by more people, this fearlessness, this action-oriented thinking. I am currently studying at the Santa Monica College and am about to finish my first documentary. I am in the film club there (which has about 100 members, in the weekly meetings, about 60 show up) and there are a lot of ambitious people. So, what I wanted to ask you, is, if you were interested to speak in front of us. Telling your experiences with getting things together, organizing, directing ... all these things that you fit under one hat. It would be a great experience for us students to have someone talk to us who is as passionate as you are. Looking forward to your response, Tobias Deml
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10/16/09	My ol' hot rod was put away for the winter, but watchin these Deuce of Spades clips got me so fired up I went out to the garage, got 'er down off the jackstands & went bombin down the road, runnin her up & down thru the gears, listenin to the sweet music of a Turbo-Fire V8.. Thanks! I NEEDED that!! :D I'll be spreadin the word about this flick to my gearhead hot-roddin friends, you can count on it! (U-tube comment - anonymous)
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09/29/09	Faith, You may remember me as your “upside down fuel pump” guy in Virginia and a member of the Quantico Marauders Car Club that donated $100 to the film about six months ago. I just wanted to drop you a note and tell you that I donated another $100 to the movie this evening via your PayPal account. I know it’s only a drop in the bucket compared to the cost of making a movie, but I hope it helps a little just the same. I really admire you for sticking your neck out and following your dream. You are a real inspiration. I’ve been following your filmmaker’s blog for months and I can’t wait for the move to come out. Best of luck with your screening in Florida. Sincerely, Mike Drennan Fredericksburg, VA
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09/29/09	I can not wait till I can buy a copy of this, I have been following the story for several months on hotrodhotline. Congrats, it sounds like it will get released soon. Dave Miller Iowa
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09/14/09	Cannot wait for this Gem!! Lovin' it already !!THANKS for having BIG ones to undertake this project!! Robert W Hayes ,Topeka,Ks
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09/11/09	What you are doing is so exciting. You are living a dream. What you have in the works has the makings of being at least a cult classic, if not something bigger. I hope you think about Spielberg and Duel. You have to. It is a privilege to be able to reach out to you. I hope you succeed. Enjoy your Deuce. My dream is to have a rust-free 65 Chevy C-10 Short Wide Bed Pickup. My truck will have a decent small block, manual trans. with overdrive. Drop spindles, disc brakes, Rally Rims. Old School, no billet. I have to get my kids through college first. Then we'll see. Good Luck, Will Seagraves
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09/04/09	Faith- YOU'RE KILLIN' ME HERE!!!!!!!!! When are you going to say "That's a wrap!" and stop our suffering? I will gladly fly to L.A. and help out if it will get me out of this mental anguish that has taken over my life for the past year or so. I want to; no I NEED to , see this film. I need to get back to my normal (?) life and stop hanging on your every blog! Tell me how I can help. Larry Williams
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08/28/09	Hi Faith, (...) I'm really only on the periphery of the British Hot Rodding scene but even I can tell that your film is getting our hot rodders excited. What I have been doing is going through the archives of your film-makers blog and I've just brought myself back up to your latest entry. If I wasn't already in awe of your efforts before, I'm certainly now! What you have gone through to make this film is extraordinary. I've been drawn into your story line to the point where I'd want to see the film even if it didn't feature Hot Rods. I'm also deeply moved by the respect that you have for the Hot Rodding pioneers that you are featuring and I hope that this encourages new and established Hot Rodders to find our more about these amazing and talented characters. The standard of your cinematography as revealed in your screen grabs is excellent. This film deserves to be seen by a wider audience of not only Hot Rodders. What stage are you at the moment? I imagine that the filming is only part of the equation, with the rest being realised only after long periods editing, adding music and special/sound effects etc. Keep Well, Faith With much respect Colin Roaf
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08/28/09	I just discovered this movie is being made. The discovery came to me as I was researching for my 32 roadster project I am planning to build. I am also a big indy film fan and an aspiring film maker. What is the status of your film? Is it still on schedule? Are donations still needed? I'd love to see your movie get done and released. I am in no way a money man but a few bucks here and there make movies happen so I am willing to make a small contribution. I see you put donators names in the credits, thats very cool of you to do for them. Let me know whats going on with the flick. Mike
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08/01/09	Faith: Your movie looks fantastic. I will eagerly anticipate it's release. I love old school America in general, and hot rod old school specifically. They were the glory years of America. Back when we had solid bearings, a strong and free country, and could dream untethered dreams. I miss the solid character of the old days. (boy I sound old,... but it's the truth.) there is so much of current day America that's all screwed up. We have forgotten the values of old. We're a bunch of whiny, self indulgent materialists now, who want what we want NOW! and that's become our god. Hedonism is a possible one word description, maybe. I hope your movie captures the old America. It is a tough job to do a film or TV show anchored around an Auto theme. You can quickly loose a large segment of people. "Oh, it's about cars" You have to make the human interest plot strong. I think of Titanic and Pearl Harbor as film that married history and human interest quite well. Best wishes on the project. Ken Wind Windwagens Garage (Hub Garage)
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07/10/09	Hello Faith We have a internet forum for hotrods here in Denmark, somebody have read a forum from germany, ever since i discovered your movie i have looked for a release day. (...) The hotrod culture are not so big here in denmark. but it's getting bigger and bigger. I know that all my friends will sell their mother to get a copy of the movie. So please let me know when you have finished the great movie, i'm looking forward to see it!! Thanks for making the movie! Peter Damm
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07/06/09	Faith: I watched 4 of the trailers, then read your bio. WOW! Your project is wonderful it really steps back to the more serious side of "Happy Days". It really does look like you have a very well-chosen cast. Your bio is amazing. If someone made a movie of your life, no one would believe it - ha! What a journey you have had thus far, and it is far from being over. (...) While I sincerely hope to win the part of adult Betty, I want the privilege of meeting you, either way. I am very impressed with you, your vision, your passion and level of commitment, not to mention your energy. (...) Blessings and best regards, Elle Seymour
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07/04/09	Hi Faith I've been following the production of Deuce of Spades for some time now. Your film makers blog makes excellent reading because it's written from the heart. Underneath my non descript exterior beats the heart of a Hot Rodder who never got to experience the time your film depicts because A I wasn't born until 1961 B I was born in the wrong country. England never had a Hot Rod scene in the early 50's and it took until the late 50's before our teenagers had the type of cars and access to Rock and Roll to emulate what you had in the USA. We now a very vibrant Hot Rod movement in this country with many period rod's like your Deuce being imported over. There is also a strong movement in building traditional style Rods and Customs. While I've not been in a position to build or own a Hot Rod, many of my friends do. One of my strong opinions is the need to document and preserve history in what ever form it takes and I believe your film is an important tool to doing that. Ok, you are recreating the history of the time using a contemporary story line but that is what will make the film accessible to a wider market than just the Hot Rod and Nostalgia scene. I know you'll probably hate the comparison, but in this country we only had access to American Graffiti to show us what teenage life was like in the 60's in the US. The internet has helped us gain access to a wider range of films and TV shows that never got a general release here. We can now get copies of those original 50's teenage films which featured Hot Rods. (...) I'm married and on my 3rd house but never got to fulfill my dream to own a car of worth and character. My daughter, who was then )in 2005) 9, wants to know what I did as a teenager. I took her drag racing and also to some Hot Rod shows and now she's hooked. We crew on a drag team and she wants either a Deuce or an early Mustang as her first car. She has watched the teasers from your film and can't wait until it's finished and released, but what she also now understands is that you have to struggle a little to achieve something worth while. I am so sorry about the people who have let you down, but if anyone can overcome that, than you can. If I lived any where near you, you'd have my assistance, no problem. Keep at it. Reading the other comments from all round the world, there are so many people rooting for you because this project is important and has worth in a broader context. I'm sorry to hear about the death of Monk and it makes it all the more important that you are able to complete the film. Looking forward to reading some more. Colin Roaf
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06/26/09	Hi Faith! This is so unbelievable! While finishing todays preparation for my business, starting July 1st (car&bike detailing and service all around the "mobile world"), I got the hotrodhotline-newsletter. Scrolling through, I saw the picture of the movie title going right to it. I now watched every teaser and read what I could find about the movie and you in the net! (11pm right now). We´re a hotrod family, my son Tim Dale is named after Tim Allen and Dale Earnhardt sr., but we couldn't afford a rod till now... :-( I had some imported from Sweden, but just to sell them. This movie seems to be "American Graffiti" of 2009 to me - but rodder style! Thanks a lot for doing this and I hope to find the "merchandise"-page reinstalled soon. If you have any plans to come to Germany - my wife Gabi turns 50 on September 24. You're very welcome!!! Bring the finished movie with you on DVD ;-). This is serious if you like to come. If so, I´ll try to arrange something with movie theaters in Nuremberg (the next big town to us) - special show or something like that - tell me what you need. I´d love to hear from you and we long for that movie! Best roddin´greets from good old Germany Malte
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06/24/09	Hi My name is Sean and I came across your booth at pomona this last weekend but you were not there at that time so I got a card and looked up your movie and watched the teasers and loved it. You have great cars good scenery and it has a nice look. I love the 50's and I have a 1950 Ford myself. When will you be done with the film I can't wait to see it (...) let me know and let me know if you still need any help. Thanks for making the film can't wait to see it
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06/16/09	Hi! It's been a while, but I've watched you closely and what I've read from the blog and forums, I didn't want to disturb you :) The Deuce-fever is catching up in Finland and the temperature is rising every day! We all keep our thumbs up and wish you all the best! We also send you some extra power, we know that you need it when you are close to the finish line. Don't forget us and Keep Up the Beat! Petri + the guys of Mystery Train and all your Finnish fans :)
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06/11/09	Hi Faith-- Yesterday I watched all five teasers on my wife's laptop My old iMac is not fast enough for the HD feeds. :) I was truly astonished. With few exceptions the period detail and the authenticity of the characters are very impressive. Hollywood has never produced a feature film where the relationships between these guys intersect so vividly with their cars. If I lived in LA, I'd be a member of your film crew in a heartbeat! John Alfed
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06/11/09	Hi Faith... just left a post on your Blog from hotrodchick31. My dad and I have been following your progress on the movie and can't wait for it to come out. I added the links to your website and blog to my dads website, he has over 20 yrs. experience building hotrods. He is currently building a steel 1932 Ford Roadster and has a Outlaw 1933 Ford Roadster currently up for sale. I grew up watching my dad build these awesome cars and going to car shows as a family. My daughter was just one month old when she went to her first Good Guys show, now she's 10. If you have time please check out my dads site at: http://www.randysrodshop.com/index.html . Thanks, Bobbie Jo
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06/05/09	To Whomever, I first read about this movie in Hot Rod magazine. At your web site, I enjoyed the commentaries and film teasers. (...) I have been anxiously awaiting its arrival in the theater. It is now the month of June. Is the movie still on schedule? Will it be in certain theaters - Regal Cinemas or Carmike? The one I go to North of Atlanta, GA is a Regal Cinema. I would appreciate any feed back. Thanks, Chip Leetch
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06/05/09	HOTROD? Forget that. Try Hot Bod. WOW! Girl. Talk about giving supermodels a run for their money. Convey the info pretty please: Tell Tim he is good. He is really good. I mean really really good. ROCK ON Tim! You know, when Pierce Brosnon came out with his 007 movie (he is just kiddie corner from Starbucks in Malibu), Aston Martin gave him the identical set of wheels appearing in the movie to jet about town. They thought it would make a significant impression. I know - because I saw him everywhere in Malibu w/that thing. He even had the gall to race me once. Moral of the story? Give that baby to Tim to race about town. Its heck of a promotion vehicle. TOUCHE! WELL DONE!!! My compliments. I look forward to seeing all the major talent on the big screen. xoxo to the gorgeous hotrodcreature AKA filmmaker. All the great ones make it look easy. MOI!
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05/17/09	Hi Faith It was an honor working for you! YOU are truly a genius ... LUV, Jay Edwards
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05/13/09	Good day Faith. I stumbled upon your project yesterday and have been researching your progress. I have to say, I am way impressed and your story has inspired me to make me want to jump into the feature area as well. (...) So long story short, I was going to start another short after my webseries was finished, but now after reading your story I’m going for a full feature. Just wanted to say thank you for your story and inspiring another filmmaker to take the jump. I’m usually pretty busy working on ER but maybe one of these weekends I could scoot up to LA (I’m in OC) and help out for a day. I’d love to meet you and see firsthand how you do what you do. Maybe we could exchange knowledge and ideas. I’m really impressed with what you’re doing. It’s always great to see someone pushing the boundaries of indie filmmaking and opening doors for everyone. Best of luck and I’ll keep watching your progress. It’s looking amazing. Heath Vinyard
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05/08/09	Hello. Just wanted to express my support for the making of this movie. Very much looking forward to it. I made a humble donation of $25. Hope it can be of help. Have a nice day. :) Cheers. Bard Ove Vage, Norway.
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05/04/09	Hey there! I read the article about the movie in HotRod magazine and had to visit the website. Just looked at a few of the photos and saw one of the Teasers and can't wait to view the rest! Looks like a great film, just wish I lived in SoCal, I would have gladly volunteered. This is gonna be too cool for words! All the best to you for your pursuing a dream, doing it with principal and staying true to your artistic vision. You do have a very special way with camera angles and lighting. And the movie subject is just too damn cool and deserving of your team's effort. It will be truly significant and a timeless classic. How can it not... Is distribution planned for Detroit? All the best, George
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04/29/09	First of all I would like to say that I thoroughly enjoyed your trailers and can't wait to view the movie on the BIG SCREEN and of course purchase a DVD. I am 63 years old and have been involved in hot rodding since I was 12 years old ... So what I have seen so far is exactly the way it was. You have everything over American Graffiti!!! I should live so long to see Your Movie become a CULT FAVORITE as did A.G. ............ Congratulations. I have been an Automobile Artist for 5 decades and have rubbed shoulders with many famous hot rodders and customizers from the early days. Now I have gone into filming and editing for a Local cable access show. There are three of us as a crew and we travel around Wisconsin and IL. doing car shows and interviewing some very interesting people and video their rides. I just was invited this last weekend by Gene Winfield to come up to a seminar he was giving in Milwaukee. Well, I jumped at it..... Gene told me about this movie your making so I got on line and looked you up. I was amazed how much your Johnny looked like Gene in his younger days. Best of luck in all your endeavors ...... I believe you will go down in film making history!!!!!! Yours Truly, Thom Petersen
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04/27/09	Hi Faith, I am photographer and director form Prague Czech republic. Me and my brother, we are big fans of your film and of course of that age (music, cars, fashion, everything)! I just wanted to express my thanks to you, your work and to your film!!! Thank you Adolf Zika
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04/21/09	hello my names Jake and i cant wait to see this film me and my hot rod buddys are just wondering were can we get our own copys PLEASE!!!!! keep it cool kat. Jake
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04/20/09	HEY FAITH, JUST WANTED TO SAY AS A PROUD MEMBER OF THE OLE SCHOOL ROLLING COMMUNITY I/WE REALLY DIG YOUR DEDICATION TO WHATS REAL AND TRUE. KEEP UP THE GREAT JOB, WE SUPPORT YOU ALL THE WAY, AND CONTINUE TO SPREAD THE MESSAGE TO ALL WITH EARBONES. YA GOT JUICE. ROD-ON PERTY LADY! JC/KISSIMMEE FLA
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04/20/09	Hi Faith, my name is Mercurio Muzzupappa, and I'm the guy who wrote about Deuce Of Spades on the italian "Kustom Magazine". I work for this magazine as a free lance, and I'm not a real journalist. I'm into the old american cars and the Rockabilly scene since the late seventies (I'm 45). Here in Italy, livin' our dream is not very easy. But I think I'm lucky enough, because I had my first american car