November 11, 2003
The Stonecutter Visits Nassau
Director Daniel Zirilli and Director of Photography, Neal L. Fredericks, want to introduce themselves and a great film to you all. Below you will find info on the feature film THE STONECUTTER. Both Daniel and Neal will be at the Bahamas One World Film Festival this week and look forward to meeting you.
Friday, November 14, 11:30am, Rainforest Theater, Wyndham Resort
Saturday, November 15, 7:30pm, RND Theater #3
fyi: there was a great article in the September 2003 issue of American Cinematographer.
Movie review by David Horgan
"From the Directors Chair"
WRNX Radio - Western Massachusetts
Director Daniel Zirilli has fashioned an engaging and moving film in his recent adaptation of the popular story of the same name "The Stonecutter".
This poignant tale of a humble stonecutter, who wishes for more, relates a valuable life lesson about the difference between wanting and having. The story, which is told through the observation of a simple villager and his daily toil to feed his family, reaches deep into the depths of the search for self-satisfaction. This story examines the age-old questions "Who am I?, What more could I be? "
The Stonecutter brings this personal struggle and zeal for more to fruition with it's breathtaking photography and peacefully moving soundtrack.
Zirilli uses genuine performances juxtaposed with a tropical paradise to show the beauty of ordinary existence and all the simple pleasures we take for granted. During these times of uncertainty, war and an abundance of ill feelings "The Stonecutter" is a welcome reminder of the essential elements that true happiness is derived from.
My advice would be to huddle with the kids on the couch and watch a movie that offers some good old-fashioned entertainment.
David Horgan
"From the Directors Chair" - WRNX Radio
Production Notes:
THE STONECUTTER is a live-action 35mm feature film based on a Fairy Tale, which follows the story of a poor stonecutter who lives on an island with his family. Through his everyday struggles, and the guidance of a young girl (who may be an angel) he learns to appreciate what is most important in life: not money or power - but Life itself and the love of his family...
Filmed entirely on location in Tahiti, French Polynesia, (including Marlon Brando's private atoll - Tetiaroa), the film is produced and directed by Daniel Zirilli, written & executive produced by Aad Van Der Heyde, with cinematography by Neal L. Fredericks ("Erosion", "The Blair Witch Project", "Killer Me"). Staring Tieki Pambrun as The Stonecutter, Papa Matarau (from “Mutiny on the Bounty”), and introducing Hereiti Biron. With a special performance by the 50 member, world-renowned recording artists: Fenua.
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