we received our copies of THE PUREST BLUE and we could not be more thrilled. not only is this film extremely emotional but it also captures the futility of life in a profound way. dustin, we can not thank you enough for making us a part of this film....to hear/see your music in a film makes you truly appreciate our affinity for this sad art.
also. we have added a song to our profile that josh scored for the film.
PLEASE give it a listen....this track plays during the saddest part (in my opion) of the film.
sincerely.
bryan of fell.
ABOUT THE FILM:
"The Purest Blue" is the debut feature film from writer/director Dustin Lane; starring Olivia Alaina May, Michael Finn and Kelly Gault. Filmed with no crew other than Dustin Lane and Sherry Lee, The Purest Blue is truly an Independent Film in every sense of the word. Made for only $17,496, The Purest Blue" takes place over a month in the life of "Zoey" (Olivia Alaina May), a bit of a flower child who has turned to prostitution in order to put herself through school, as well as care for her little brother who she must keep in the care of a mental hospital. Zoey is not affected by the sexual nature of the lifestyle of a prostitute ("Sex only means something if you are in love. Otherwise it's just, sex") . She sees it as means to an end; as a way to get to where she wants to be.
Along the way, Zoey meets Christopher (Michael Finn, making his feature film debut), a " john " who she quickly falls in love with. A man who she thinks she sees a future with. A man who may, or may not be ready to journey into that future with her.
Even though "The Purest Blue" was produced on the smallest of budgets, it pulls no punches visually or aurally as Zoey encounters the many "johns" she services on a nightly basis. From the extreme brutality of The Verbally Abusive Man (Ray Lucey) and the sad and disturbing existence of The Shy Man (Greg Boyd), to the unnerving, but all too familiar portrayal of The Dirty Husband (Michael Uhlman), one gets a feel for what Zoey has to endure each night she walks the streets alone. Equally telling are scenes with Kevin Starr (Motorcycle Boy), Jeremy Williams (Frat Boy), Scott Dewey (Hummer Man) and Pete Freeland (Back Seat Man). Isabella Bonaduce also makes her feature film debut as a 14 year old homeless girl.
The Soundtrack of "The Purest Blue" is made up of an amazing collection of independent bands. Songs by Fell, The Meeting Places, Should, Coastal, Foxtail Somersault and For Against give the film the emotional soundscape needed to push it from guerrilla indie into an accomplished feature film. Josh Wambeke (of Fell) contributed 2 new instrumental pieces that completely capture the tone and feel of the scenes for which they were written.
"The Purest Blue" is a film about sadness, disappointment, tragedy and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. "The Purest Blue" is about life. A Life , Somewhere , Everywhere...
The Filmmaker
Writer/Director Dustin Lane's debut feature "The Purest Blue" comes after 3 short films ("If You Are to Bloom", "Blue Skied an' Clear", and "Ouija") and music videos for Saint Low Joy, Tahir Jahi, Fight Dirty and Kip Green. Through writing, directing, filming and editing, Dustin clearly exhibits his ambition and drive to tell a visual story. An accomplished musician, Dustin has also been playing/producing music for over 20 years.
The Cast
Olivia Alaina May (Zoey), in only her 2nd starring role, gives a performance well beyond her years. Playing the sexually charged role of a prostitute by night as well as the polar opposite personality of the sweet innocent, full of life girl by day; Olivia shows the depth and emotion that actresses many years her senior wish they possessed. This is a star making turn, which will place Olivia firmly in the minds of many filmmakers and film lovers throughout the world.
Michael Finn plays "Christopher", a newly divorced man looking for nightly rented companionship, and getting much more in the sweet smile, the sweet soul that is Zoey. With the looks and talent of a seasoned actor dedicated to his craft, Michael Finn is a name is destined to become recognized in the future.
Kelly Gault is mesmerizing in the role of "Jordan", Zoey's friend and neighbor. A beautifully sad young woman (with the mind and mouth of a sailor), Kelly paints "Jordan" as a tragic soul, forever choosing abuse and neglect over loneliness.
Production
December 2008 June 2009
"The Purest Blue" was filmed in Burbank, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Coronado Island, Winnetka, Malibu, and North Hollywood, CA.
No Crew No Permits
A Main Cast of 3 (with extras picked up along the way)
Truly Guerrilla
Truly Punk Rock
Post Production
June - September 2009
"The Purest Blue" was Written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Dustin Lane.
Sound (dialog editing, foley, sound FX, mixing, etc) was tweaked by Bastien Benkhelil.
Color Correction /Timing was performed by Sherry Lee.
Special Effects Makeup was done by Camille LaBry.
Music by Fell, The Meeting Places, Should, Coastal, Foxtail Somersault & For Against.
Additional Music was written, produced and performed by Josh Wambeke (of Fell).
Photography and Art Design by Sherry Lee.
Promotional Materials Designed by Sherry Lee & Dustin Lane
"The Purest Blue" will premiere at Film Festivals beginning in early 2010.
