Category: Interviews and Reviews
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Frankenstein’s Monster Review by Steampunk Library
Originally posted on Steampunk Library: Creator: Mary Shelley (novel) Written/Produced by Judith B. Shields, Directed by Syd Lance Media Type: Feature Film, 84 minutes Audience: Family Friendly (but use your best judgment with extra-small children) Summary: This micro-budget, independent film adaptation from First Step Cinematics, Frankenstein’s Monster tells the story of The Monster, his creator, and the lives ruined…
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Frankenstein’s Monster – A Review
“This adaption followed the original fairly accurately. There were few tweaks and a great version of how they took the monster’s need for a wife, but all in all, it was Frankenstein. It held my attention with good acting, but like all adaptions, I love seeing how they used the source material and made it…
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Meeting of the Minds
It was my honor to speak at Gulf Coast Mensa for their “Meeting of the Minds”, an occasional event which focuses on case studies from individuals in the community. From the InforMensa issue March 2014: “Event: Meeting of the Minds Description: The very talented Judith Shields, creator of the last years’ locally produced, full length…
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Land of Nerds, Filmmaking Panel Recap from Space City Con
One of my favorite things about the convention circuit is participating in panels. I enjoy speaking about filmmaking, steampunk, literature, and screenwriting. SpaceCityCon’s panel is up there on my list. It was my pleasure to join Matt Risoldi (monster), Christopher Lowe (tech. dir, props), J’Nean Henderson (costumes), and Peter Kovic (co-editor, documentarist) to talk about…
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Land of Nerds Film Review
Moon Sedai wrote a wonderful review of Frankenstein’s Monster. In praise of the film she wrote: “The focus of this film is, at the heart, the story, not the blood, gore, and tech. The film is beautifully done despite the low budget.” Strong words of praise were also given to Matt Risoldi (Monster) and the…
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Frankenstein’s Monster at Weird West Fest
Frankenstein’s Monster at Weird West Fest. I want to give a big thank you to those who braved the cold and got your gears to Giddings! Weird West Fest welcomed Frankenstein’s Monster and we were proud to be there. Mike McDermott (Captain), Travis Wayne Hamilton (Krempe) and Judith B. Shields (me–the screenwriter/filmmaker) were able to…
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Judith B. Shields’ Interview with Indie-Loop
Judith B. Shields’ Interview with Indie-Loop A closer look at microbudget filmmaking. “IL: You are one of the special guest panelists at this year’s Comicpalooza (2013) discussing how to make an independent film on a budget. Great topic since many indie-artists/film makers struggle with the financial aspect in launching their projects. What advice can you give…
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Mark R. Leeper reviews Frankenstein’s Monster (2013)
“The filmmakers have attempted an adaptation of Frankenstein accurate to the novel, a feat rarely ever attempted. “ To read the rest of this review please click the link below: http://sfcrowsnest.org.uk/frankensteins-monster-2013-a-film-review-by-mark-r-leeper/
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Frankenstein’s Monster – An Indie Steampunk Film–A fantastic interview of Judith B. Shields by Author and Blogger Maeve Alpin as They Ride on an Airship Discussing the Project and Steampunk
“Our Steampunk is expressed through the art—for starters we used a lot of STEAM! The monster is Steam-powered. He smokes! It is simple. Steampunk is expressed in the camera angle choices. The finished look of the film has a darkened edge and is slightly desaturated—to remind the audience of an old photograph. Word choices in…
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