I don't know how far it can be taken right away. I am currently editing a film and have a full time job besides that, but I am willing to get the ball rolling.

There are two ways you can do a documentary. The first is to go out and shoot a bunch of stuff and then try to find a story within that information-or you can start out with an idea and craft the documentary to fit the idea.

If you are interested in being a part of this film, then respond to the ideas I put in the previous post.

I think the idea of centering the film around the fainting goats would create a wonderful lighthearted film. It is funny and endearing. People don't like to be told information in a film, but if you can wrap information in a fun heartfelt bundle then they will gobble the information up.

I read what you wrote previously and I will write my story and what you asked. I think the idea with the fainting goats (which I have seen in documentaries) is very light hearted and also very very interesting. I hope this gets made. If there is anything I can do to help please say so. I dont know much about documentaries but that doesnt mean I cant learn. I think it is a great idea either way,
Thanks
Jody

Hi - Jim (and everybody) Do you want us to write our "stories" and e-mail them to you, or shall we just use this thread - it could get pretty long, but might be fun - and supportive - to hear different people's stories and anecdotes. lois

I will start a new Documentary thead where people can post their stories if they so wish.

I also like the idea of everyone posting their stories and anecdotes on this forum. I agree it might be fun. Of course if anyone felt uncomfortable posting on here they could email me or Jan--since noone really knows me and Jan is a proven trustworthy source.

My suggestion is to think of your life with MC as a movie. In storytelling you want to be as clear and concise as you can--and always leave a little out to keep people guessing. Alfred Hitchcock once said
"what is drama, after all, but life with the dull bits cut out." So figure out what the overall theme of your life is, for example:

Did you live in denial until something happened
that made it impossible for you to deny who you
were anymore. The tagline would read--An actor
living in shame with a muscle disease he has always
disguised must face the world after his ex-wife
reveals his secret to the press.

Or was it the opposite that you grew up in an
accepting but sheltered family who home schooled
you, and you had to face a different reality when
you went to highschool. A disabled girl who was
homeschooled must face the reality of highschool
where everyone is "not so nice."

I don't mean to offend anyone by using the words disability and disease but these words get to the point and make the idea clear to the general audience reader.