Cygnet74

All day I have been very tense, anxious and nervous about tonight's screening of my film because several distribution companies will be attending. Added to that, the LA Times released a very positive review this morning making my hopes that much higher.

but I can't shake the butterflies! I need to be able to calm down escpecially for the Q&A afterward. What kinds of things do you do to calm yourself down at times like these? any relaxation techniques?

PopcornTreeCt

I don't really know what to say. Do you have another project you're working on? Try focusing on that. Your movie will speak for itself if it already got good reviews then don't worry about it. You're not trying to sell crap.

OldBoy

what does relaxation techniques have anything to do with 'movie talk'? sounds like you are just tooting your horn and doesn't seem like anyone is listening.

Cygnet74

sorry, i honestly meant to post this in 'other'. when i went looking for it again, i got very confused. sorry if i offended your delicate sensibilities, scott.

Ketamine

I would start with a beer or a glass of wine (but that is just what I would do). Obviously don't drink too much. If you have time, call your doctor and ask for a beta-blocker. A lot of people take them for "stage fright" b/c it will slow your heart and tends to help people through the situation. It is very common to take them for this situation so don't hesitate to ask your doctor. He shouldn't have a problem getting you some after you tell him the situation.

Cygnet74

beta blockers, huh... i'll look into that. thank you.

Ketamine

No problem. Let us know how things turn out.

Chrisedge

How did it go?

Our little cygnet74 is all growns up....

Cygnet74

it went great. the film was very well received, applause for the duration of the credits. about 300 people showed up, including cheri oteri (from snl) who read about it in LA Weekly, and a cast member from "lost" (not familiar with the show) was there too. the Q&A was not nearly the terrifying experience i was expecting because I felt confident that the audience genuinely enjoyed the picture. further, we got some very interesting questions beyond the typical "what was your budget", "what's next for you" questions. people were asking about themes, what certain things "meant" and offering their own interpretations, it was beautiful. then i went next door to "The Pig & Whistle" bar and got hammered.

shill66

Hey, it's not YOUR film, it's UNICA's film!




(Nah, just givin' ya a hard time. Well done for you.)