Filmed a promotional documentary for a Christian humanitarian aid organization in Guyana, South America. We actually had to venture into the jungle, by boat for hours, to even get to some of the villages! I mean, they didn’t even have roads!
Always a privilege to serve others and impact the world through the power of video. Check out the video below we made for them to learn what they are doing for the people of Guyana.
Filmed in Wilmington, NC
Watch HD Version on VIMEO HERE
Did that groom just give his “Wedding Video” a shout out in his vows? Grandma lifted her walker above her head on dancefloor!? Rude uncle with camera gets in the way? Oh yes, just a typical “Wedding Day” for Life Stage Films. Well, not really. See for yourself, and get to know everyone here at Life Stage Films that makes your wedding film a reflection of YOU!
Having a connection and falling in love with our unique wedding films is one thing, but if you don’t have a sense of “who” we are (quirkiness and all), then you still can’t make the best decision on whether we are the perfect fit for your wedding. This video, (ahem, rap video) is simply…US. We hope we make you smile and ultimately make you relate to us in some way. That’s how we create the truly genuine films our past couples have come to love. :)
If you can watch this whole thing without smiling or laughing, then we would love to refer you to a videographer without a sense of humor. :)
Enjoy, and it’s ok if you have the song stuck in your head all day!
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CAST:
GROOM: Ben Mabry
BRIDE: Lindsey Holmes
GROOMSMEN: James Connolley, Parrish Stikeleather, Ben Bowman
BRIDESMAIDS: Lauren Smith, Caitlyn Rosander, Kalee Asselin
UNCLE RAY: Randy Black
GRANDMA: Betty Stone
MINISTER: Jason Armond
MATT DAVIS: Himself
KARA SELLNER: Herself
ZACH BURKHART: Himself
AMY WARKENTIEN: Herself
PRODUCED FOR LIFE STAGE FILMS BY:
EVAN VETTER CREATIVE (www.evanvetter.com)
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/PRODUCER: Evan Vetter
DIRECTOR/DP: Joey Connolley
WRITERS: Ben Mabry, Evan Vetter
EDITOR/GRIP: Parrish Stikeleather
UNIT PRODUCTION MANAGER: Shon Blotzer
AUDIO MIXING: Jason Andre (www.jasonandre.com)
GRIPS: Jordan Reeves, Chris Coker, J. Paul Trogdon
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: Casey Hren
SPECIAL THANKS:
VENUE: Brooklyn Arts Center
CATERING: Milner’s Cafe
FLORIST: Moxie Floral Design Studio
TABLES & CHAIRS: Rent•a•tent
CAKE: Hot Pink Cake Stand
VIOLINIST: Maura Kropke
DECOR: A Tent Event
DJ: Jason Tatum (Active Dj Entertainment)
EQUIPMENT: The Lighthouse Film Company
Jason Armond Photography
Indigo Silver Studios
Hanover Stables
Kevin Connolley, Chris Davis, Myke Holmes
Tim Aughinbaugh, Jon Duplessis, Tom Tinney
The City of Wilmington
AND…All of Our Amazing Extras (including some great local wedding pros listed below! We love you guys!)
Matt McGraw Photography
Ray Baca photography
Lisa Brown (Bella Rose Photography)
Blueberry Fusion
Justin Pearson Photography
{Kre-8-ive} Bee Photography
Amy McConnell ( 1of 13 Photography)
Treece Photography
Island Creek Photography
Tyler & Heather w/ Evolution Salon and Spa
Coach Reggie Shropshire
Part of Life Stage Films mission and purpose is actually outside of the wedding industry. 3-4 times a year, we are commissioned to film both domestic and international non-profit documentaries and promo films for organizations all over the country. Most recently, I went with a team down to Guyana, South America, deep into the jungles, to film the people an organization called “International Celebration” serves. The full film is still being produced, and will be shared this year sometime, but I just wanted to put together a few clips so you can see first hand, how beautiful these people are. Some of these villages are ONLY accessible by boat, so it was interesting to see towns and villages without cars or electricity!
- Matt
View film on vimeo HERE
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