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Grab bag of new stuff

2008-06-09T22:01:41Z

Hello all. Here's another installment of my infrequent narcissistic
updates.

I'm in the news again! Well, acutally, I just have a cameo appearance
in a Channel 13 news piece about my student, Adrian Esposito. Watch
it online here:
[link]

It's the return of The MAD DOG MOVIES Podcast! I have no excuse for

Rochester filmmaking in City Newspaper

2008-05-26T18:29:29Z

This week's City Newspaper has a good overview of the local film
community written by Susie Hume.

Susie is the reporter who spoke with me last year for another paper.
This time, she took on the entire film scene and talked to tons of
people. John Vincent (my writing partner) and Matt Ehlers get some

Animatus screenings at the Roch. High Falls Int'l Film Fest

2008-05-02T17:11:20Z

NOTE FROM MIKE:

I'm blasting the latest Animatus Studio news to my subscribers to help
push this weekend's screenings at the Rochester High Falls
International Film Festival. (For those of you who've already
received this notice elsewhere, I hope you can forgive me.)

-M

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The MAD DOG MOVIES Podcast

2008-03-14T14:17:53Z

Greetings to friends and family! This is a brief message to let you
know about my latest endeavour, The Mad Dog Movies Podcast.

My writing partner, John Vincent, and I have been yakking about
independent film production and recording our priceless thoughts for
posterity. That's right, you can listen to us online, and maybe even

THE OTHER GODS reviewed at Unfilmable.com

2007-12-18T07:15:49Z

There's a new feature over at Unfilmable.com (the world's greatest
news site for Lovecraftian films). In the upcoming months, guest
writer Tom Sullivan will be sharing his "Reviews of the Infinite
Abyss." I'm proud to say THE OTHER GODS, produced by yours truly, is
the subject of his first review.

Mike's Movie Update

2007-10-25T06:31:56Z

October means horror movies! So of course I'm spending every moment I
can at the theaters.
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EERIE IN ERIE
Two weeks ago, I made the long, arduous trek to Pennsylvania for the
Eerie Horror Film Festival. Yes, that's Eerie with two E's. My short
film, "THE OTHER GODS," played to an enthusiastic crowd. I got to

Animation Wunderkind Gets Some Press

2007-09-05T02:17:27Z

I am now a Rochester celebrity.
If you peruse the current issue of the Rochester Insider, you'll see
my grinning mug on page 10. Reporter Susie Hume had seen my MySpace
page and thought "There's a guy who deserves some press."
We talked about Animatus, H.P. Lovecraft, and a bunch of other
projects I've got going. So do yourself a favor and pick up this

Thanks for attending!

2007-02-28T06:01:46Z

I want to extend a hearty thanks to everyone who braved the cold
weather for Monday night's Emerging Filmmakers series. It meant a lot
to have family and friends there for The Other Gods' first local
theatrical screening. I had a great time talking movies and seeing
what other indie artists had to show.

The Other Gods at the Little Theatre

2007-02-22T23:56:37Z

Greetings! Here's the latest news from MadDogMovies.com
ROCHESTER SCREENINGS
It will be a night to remember this Monday night at the Little
Theatre. Two pieces produced at Animatus will screen as part of the
Emerging Filmmakers series.
"H.P. Lovecraft's The Other Gods" is a five minute short produced by

Lovecraft Around the World

2007-02-07T04:08:49Z

My latest film continues to disturb audiences (in a good way). Here
are three notable events.
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ROCHESTER
Each month, Rochester's Little Theatre hosts the Emerging Filmmakers
series, which offers a great opportunity for us independent types to
share our works and answer questions. I'm pleased to say H.P.

Talking Lovecraft with Product of Circadia

2007-01-22T03:12:33Z

I recently had the pleasure of speaking with David Powers, who hosts a
podcast entitled "Podcast of Circadia." We had a great time discussing
writer H.P. Lovecraft and the challenges of adapting his work.
The interview is featured in episode nine, now online (in three parts)
at [link]

The Other Gods at Tromadance

2007-01-08T02:40:22Z

H.P. Lovecraft's The Other Gods has been selected to play at this
month's Tromadance Film Festival, presented by Troma Entertainment.
As someone who has read and re-read Troma president Lloyd Kaufman's
books on filmmaking, it's a thrill to be part of this festival devoted
to the independent spirit.
The 8th Annual TromaDance Film Festival will be held from January 22nd

Lovecraft Etc.

2006-11-07T06:27:29Z

Welcome to the rebirth of Mad Dog News! Here's what's been going on
with yours truly, filmmaker Mike Boas.
H.P. LOVECRAFT FILM FESTIVAL REPORT
I recently visited the lovely city of Portland, Oregon, and spent the
entire time in a dark theater. A fun time was had by all! Read my
recap at
[link]