An Interview of Dickon Hinchliffe, from Light in the Attic

Posted on November 10, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

Here is an excerpt from Light in the Attic‘s interview with Dickon;

“The original soundtrack for Winter’s Bone features quite a lot of songs interpreted/performed by Marideth Sisco (amongst other artists). In creating the score, did these songs have any influence on your writing?

the songs had a big influence.  I knew straight away that the score should sit alongside them and the two work together – not by being overtly similar, but by being complimentary.   My first reaction was that the music I wrote should use instruments common to the region that are played by the band in the film – violin, guitar, banjo, mandolin.  … I didn’t want the music to be a pastiche of Ozark styles …” read more

 

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From: Moonmooring

Posted on November 9, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

Apparently it’s called writer’s block. I have yet to experience that. What I do experience in relationship to writing is too much to write about, indecision about picking one of the many topics, and apathy about attempting any of the aforementioned aspects.

Too much.

Indecision.

Apathy. Those’d be the big 3 for me (Sarah).

I could write every hour of the day; you would know that to be the truth if you took a peek into my mind sometime. Looks like a whirling dervish in there.

What I came here for is this; Remember the CD party! Marideth Sisco will not only have the Winter’s Bone soundtrack to sell you, signed of course, but also copies of her book, These Ozark Hills! It’s almost too much to ask for. All that in one fell swoop. And of course Dennis Crider will be there along with Tedi May and Bo Brown, Billy Ward, Linda Stoffel, Van Colbert, maybe Rick Redding and no telling who else. Hopefully YOU!

Looks like the gang's all here. Billy Ward, Tedi May, Marideth Sisco, Dennis Crider. Linda Stoffel, Van Colbert.

So, back to the big 3; not sure if they apply to Mar or not but she’s been having some trouble cranking out material for the blog so you get me today.

See ya’all Sunday, November 21 2-4 p.m.!

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Remember the CD Party!

Posted on November 8, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

Remember to stop by the CD Party! on November 21, 2010 from 2 – 4 p.m.!

See you there!

You can also check out the invite on Facebook.

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An Interview with Debra Granik

Posted on November 5, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

From Celluloid Tongue, a lengthy in-depth interview with Debra Granik about the making of Winter’s Bone. This one is special.

via, Moonmooring

 

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Shorty’s Birthday

Posted on November 4, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress
Colder today, and windy. But after all, it’s November, and the northern hemisphere continues to retreat from the sun.
Today is my mother’s birthday. She would have been 90, had she lived. Instead, I carry the picture of her 44-year-old self in my head, like a picture in my wallet. I have now been without her twice as long as I was with her. I no longer remember the sound of her voice. Instead, what comes to mind most easily is how she didn’t like hugging, but couldn’t talk to me without holding my hand. I’m sure I have some of her ways, but I no longer remember which are mine and which I carry. I’m not lonely for her any more, but am still sad that she left so soon, and never got to experience a life without struggle.
But I make it sound too sad, and it wasn’t. She was playful, and had a carefree spirit, and was wise when she needed to be.
I have her Indian eyes, and her Scottish hair and her little fingers that crook inward, and a host of her stories that help me understand the world that went before me.
So today is not so much about tears for what was not to be, but a celebration for what was, and the bright spirit that so many still remember.
Happy birthday, Margaret Elanor, whom everyone including her daughter called “Shorty.” Just yesterday, someone told me how much they still missed you. If it matters to you in that place now, your light still shines like a candle in more souls than mine.
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“City Kicks”

Posted on October 30, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

Tedi May, Billy Ward, Dennis Crider, Van Colbert

Van Colbert

It was a good night at the Sun Valley Cinema, Mtn. Home, Arkansas for those attending the opening of Winter’s Bone. The Friday night crowd was sparse, with the movie competing for audience with the last home football game of the season. But what they lacked in numbers they made up with enthusiasm, one person declaring, during the Q&A, “Most of the time I get up and leave before the movie’s over. This one I’d sit through more than once.” Another viewer said “It might be a low-budget film, but this one’s right up there with the best.” When someone asked if I’d sing one of the songs from the movie, I said I’d do them one better. “Come out to the lobby with me.”

Billy Ward, Tedi May, Marideth Sisco, DEnnis Crider. Linda Stoffel, Van Colbert

When they got there, to their surprise, the band was tuned up and ready to go.

Billy Ward and Tedi May

We did “Lover’s Return,” “Storms are on the Ocean,” “Over the Mountain,” and “Broken Glass,” giving all the singers a chance to sing lead. We finished with “City Kicks,” they bought some CDs, chatted with the musicians and went on their way.

We’re gonna do it again tomorrow night, so come on by. The football game’s over and it’s Saturday night. Wanna watch a great movie featuring a pretty good band and then meet the band? Here’s your chance.

Linda Stoffel and Tedi May

 

 

Me and Sarah Denton

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Winter’s Bone Showing in Mountain Home, Arkansas

Posted on October 28, 2010 by yarnspinnerpress

Word is Winter’s Bone is showing in Mountain Home Arkansas at the

Sun Valley Cinema starting tomorrow, Friday, October 29.

Marideth Sisco, Dennis Crider and still to be named other members of the musical troupe from Bone, will be doing a QA after the 7:15 show along with a short musical performance in the lobby. I haven’t gotten word yet if CD’s will be for sale. I also haven’t heard yet if this performance will be repeated on Saturday night.

In order to see this QA and/or music performance one will need to attend the 7:15 show or show up early enough for the 9:30ish show.

Show times are:

Friday 4:10, 7:15; 9:30 p.m. (I uderstand that time may be pushed back to about 9:45 due to other events)

Saturday 1:45, 4:10, 7:15, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday 1:45, 4:10, 7:15

Monday through Thursday 7:15 only

UPDATE!! 10-28-2010 9:00 P.M.; Marideth Sisco, Dennis Crider, Tedi May, Linda Stoffel, Van Colbert and possible Billy Ward will all be present to perform.

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