Souled Out The Film

[Sutty]

The film's Oscar-nominated costume designer, Elvis Davis, who worked with Mel Gibson on Braveheart and has recently been in Bulgaria working with Jean-Claude Van Damme

Why don't they get Jean-Claude Van Damme to be undercover drugs squad, he could abseil down the side of the building and crash in and raid the toilets during the allnighter, then get Mel Gibson in (as some kind of three-way love-interest type thing) - Mel storms into the venue on horseback covered in warpaint with his shirt off to beat Jean-Claude in an epic 10-minute battle for the kids rights to take paracetamol (you could use maybe JoBoxers or some other old northern tune in the background, then when Jean-Claude is suitably punished and ripped into bits, the kids could all dance around in celebration to 'i go to pieces'), then Mel whisks away the female part of the love-triangle and takes her Bulgaria.

Because they don't know what they are doing, that's why.

Edited August 22, 2008 by Sutty

[paultp]

post deleted

reason as it says above

Was that my post just disappeared? Sorry, was still typing when you posted about deleting non-film posts.

I mentioned film so this must be on-topic

P.S. I like your new signature Mike, when did you change it?

I hope they incorporate it into the film script

[Guest john-h]

been reading thred for last few days ,heres my view

What if we ,you ,or i on soul source where given access to a set ,cameras would the film world rip in to us for not getting shots right n all the film technical bits.

I know we are all passionate about the soul scene ,weather you collect records , dance your heart out , dj ,

The music to me has got to be from the era , ie seventies ,yes i went to wigan like most 16 ,17 year olds from north west n rest of uk.

I for one wouldnt like Paul Weller, Duffy, or Amy whinehouse tracks on a film set in the 70's for me they aint soul artists

Soul music is soul music . BLACK YOUNG AMERICA .

Theres only one film that got it right THIS IS ENGLAND .

yes i dance, collect, n dj because i love the scene ,the music and the great friends ive made over the last thirty years.

Mr Ian LAVINE's reference to sex i think you have got the wrong web site .

Let the film people read what we think get the soulies on their side and we can all judge the film when it comes out and make our own thoughts of yes that was right or not.

john h

[Baz Atkinson]

The film's Oscar-nominated costume designer, Elvis Davis, who worked with Mel Gibson on Braveheart and has recently been in Bulgaria working with Jean-Claude Van Damme

Why don't they get Jean-Claude Van Damme to be undercover drugs squad, he could abseil down the side of the building and crash in and raid the toilets during the allnighter, then get Mel Gibson in (as some kind of three-way love-interest type thing) - Mel storms into the venue on horseback covered in warpaint with his shirt off to beat Jean-Claude in an epic 10-minute battle for the kids rights to take paracetamol (you could use maybe JoBoxers or some other old northern tune in the background, then when Jean-Claude is suitable punished and ripped into bits, the kids could all dance around in celebration to 'i go to pieces'), then Mel whisks away the female part of the love-triangle and takes her Bulgaria.

Because they don't know what they are doing, that's why.

Well the plot thickens Mel Gibson would be far better used doing a cameo of Roy Chubby Brown,!Yes that is it Chubby Brown NORTHERN SOUL SERIEL Killer ,pass it on !!!Chubby flies through the kings Hall roof after been shot out of a cannon landing on Elvis!

[KevH]

can i play Soiuxsie of the Banshees fame,well known Northern fan?.I've already got the wig,make-up,,,,,,,,,mini skirt,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,suspenders,,,,,,,,.

I know she came once..............to Wig*n .(Dirty minds...)

[Guest Salford soul boy]

I agree I know Shaun and Bez From the mondays and we had similar discussions when 24 hour party people was being made.

Yet at the end we all couldnt wait to see it. despite the inaccurate parts>>

I'm racking my brains wondering if there's a precedent for this type of film?

I seem to recall "Velvet Goldmine" was about the Glam Rock era and loosely based on David Bowie's career and, in fact, the title of one of his songs. However, Bowie didn't like the script and vetoed the use of any of his songs in the film. The film took a dive at the box office and make just $1.5 million on a budget of $9 million:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velvet_Goldmine

Also there was a film called "Shag" which covered the Beach Music scene which similarly bombed at the time but I never saw that, so I can't comment if I thought it was any good or not.

The best film I've seen about the music scene was Michael Winterbottom's "24 Hour Party People" which documented the rise and fall of Factory Records and the Hacienda. If "Souled Out" gets anywhere near that, I'll applaud it!

Ian D

[Phild]

Sorry but this is where the confusion is. They have stated that this is a movie about a lad who discovers the Northern Soul scene in the 70's and falls in love with a girl whilst being in that scene. This is there explanation that they posted on northern-soul.com. When you question them about any part of the movie they then say it is a love story with Northern as a 'back drop' to the main theme. We all know it's Movie & not a documentory so can people stop repeating the same old statement. READ what they have said themselves and you will understand why this is so contraversial.

If you did a movie on elvis would you get Bono to sing the songs? NO. Footsie, Top of the pops, wigans chosen few......

I would far rather hear anyone singing than Elvis. That aside, I believe the producers have said that they would use "original" tracks for dance sequences anyway haven't they? This being the case surely that satisfies everyone doesn't it? If they use contemporary artists for other bits of the film does that matter. Surely not.

I'm sure that if they have scenes at home or in a cafe then if the radio's playing they'll have david essex etc on in the background

[Baz Atkinson]

can i play Soiuxsie of the Banshees fame,well known Northern fan?.I've already got the wig,make-up,,,,,,,,,mini skirt,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,suspenders,,,,,,,,.

I know she came once..............to Wig*n .(Dirty minds...)

Sorry KEV shes on Chubbys Hit list

[Sutty]

Well the plot thickens Mel Gibson would be far better used doing a cameo of Roy Chubby Brown,!Yes that is it Chubby Brown NORTHERN SOUL SERIEL Killer ,pass it on !!!Chubby flies through the kings Hall roof after been shot out of a cannon landing on Elvis!

sounds good, also, why don't they get Steve Austin but with a twist - he's got a bionic ear and can tell a record of hit-making-potential before he's even heard it, just by looking at the grooves with his bionic eye, then he does the splits with his bionic legs, jumps in the air, does a really fast spin and when he comes out of it he's become wonder woman. she strips off in the middle of the dancefloor, then pans people suddenly appear and start dancing round her to hide the embarrassment, the crowd all cheer and we're off into the intro of 'footsie'...

[Baz Atkinson]

sounds good, also, why don't they get Steve Austin but with a twist - he's got a bionic ear and can tell a record of hit-making-potential before he's even heard it, just by looking at the grooves with his bionic eye, then he does the splits with his bionic legs, jumps in the air, does a really fast spin and when he comes out of it he's become wonder woman. she strips off in the middle of the dancefloor, then pans people suddenly appear and start dancing round her to hide the embarrassment, the crowd all cheer and we're off into the intro of 'footsie'...

Forget Footsie what about TOOTSIE Hoffman would look well in this film! Untill CHubby no 1 seriel killer takes him out!

BAZ A

[Guest]

Exceptional talent to anyone who has taste in music...regardless of what decade it was brought out in

Good man.

I already like you.

[Guest sarahleen]

Hello all

Today was our first day of shooting at Kings Hall. It's gone really well, everyone is hyped and equally mesmerized by the quantity of work we have to do over the next 5 weeks. The thread very recently has been full of mirth, and it's great to see that so many forum users will actually be on-set over the next two weeks. Fantastic!

In response to those who have been less than pleased with the idea of us making the film, and to those who are angered by the film's presence on this forum, I have a message from director Shimmy Marcus...

--------

A view from the trenches:

My name is Shimmy Marcus and I am the Director of 'SOULED OUT'

Following weeks of speculation, assumption, rumour, gossip, sniping, bitching, arguing, pleading, and some quite outrageous accusations, I have decided (against better advice) to break my silence and respond to some of the posts on this forum. Why? Because despite what some of you may think, we actually do care about this film. We're not a Hollywood machine only in it for the cash, we are a small, enthusiastic, bunch of independent artists, dedicated to our craft of making extraordinary films that move people on an emotional level.

Obviously I'm a little too busy to respond to each individual post (we start filming today) so I'm posting this general message in hope that it will put an end to all the speculation, and set the record straight once and for all. Here are the FACTS:

This is not a Documentary. It is a fictional drama.

I am not interested in making money, I am interested in making the most amazing film I can.

EXTRAS

Extras are not being threatened at gun point to appear in the film. They have freedom of choice as to whether they want to be a part of it or not.

Extras are not required only for the Casino Scenes, but for many other scenes in the film which take place away from the Casino. This includes babies, and pensioners.

DANCING

Our lead actors/dancers have been training 7 hours a day, 6 days a week, some of them for 6 weeks now. They have trained so hard we've had one in hospital, and another in physio, such is their dedication. They have two dance tutors (1 was a Casino regular) and two choreographers constantly putting them through their paces.

RESEARCH

In an effort to make sure all scenes or references to the Casino are completely authentic, we have consulted over 50 people who were regular Casino goer's as well as countless others from the scene. Russ Winstanley, Kev Roberts, Keb Darge, Elvis Davis (Costume Designer), David Barrow, Reg Stickings, Yogi,

Anton Ludwig, Dave Evison, Eddie Pillar, to name but a few.

Yes, we've seen all the out-takes from the This England documentary as well as plenty of other footage, as well as countless others sources for research.

We have attended numerous all nighters, including the recent one in the Kings Hall featuring almost 1,000 people.

MUSIC

We are consulting countless people connected with the music side of the scene, and the soundtrack is not finalised. It is NEVER finalised until after the editing has been completed, and even then, further changes are often made.

We have been in consultation with a major music clearence company for over 3 years, and are also working with various Major AND Independent labels sourcing and clearing music. We have a database of over 22,000 songs at present. Apologies if we've missed a few.

This film is not about the Original Artists. It is not a film biography. These Artists will be credited in the film where their music appears, and they will receive plenty of royalties under the strictest copyright laws, unlike the money they lost from countless bootleggers.

If the film proves to be a popular success, they will invariable encounter greater record sales. Hopefully all Northern Soul artists will get much greater recognition, and financial rewards which is the very least they deserve for giving the world such beautiful music. And they did give it to the world, for the whole world to hear. That's what artists do.

PUBLICITY

We haven't come on to this forum for publicity. You people are the first in the world to find us, we don't need to publicise with you. We joined the forum in the hope you could contribute positively. As crazy as it sounds we hoped you might even get behind us. Or at least wait until the film was out before baring your teeth!

AUTHENTICITY

If you believe that I shouldn't make this film because I wasn't at The Casino, then I guess Spielberg should never have made Schindlers List, Attenborough shouldn't have made Ghandi, and George Lucas should never have made Star Wars (I don't think he lived in the future.)

I don't understand how some of you can complain that we don't know our arse from our elbow, when, judging by this forum, so many of you are fighting amongst yourselves, contradicting each other, and find little to agree upon. If this film takes off, it is you people the world will be coming to, to find out more. Show them some love. Isn't that what this is all about?

AND FINALLY

I want to thank those of you who have offered us good wishes, and are reserving judgement until you see the film. There are a great many genuine people out there who love this music and this scene, and believe only good things can come from sharing it with as many people as possible. Isn't that what we do when we hear a great song? Share it with others?

We will continue to work as hard as we can to make an amazing film. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm required on the set. See y'all in 5 weeks.

Shimmy.

i think this is the post that got most peoples backs up. "here are the facts" !!!!

[Phild]

i think this is the post that got most peoples backs up. "here are the facts" !!!!

Looks fair enough to me. but then I'm just a simple Bradford lad.

Phil

[Philly]

I would far rather hear anyone singing than Elvis. That aside, I believe the producers have said that they would use "original" tracks for dance sequences anyway haven't they? This being the case surely that satisfies everyone doesn't it? If they use contemporary artists for other bits of the film does that matter. Surely not.

I'm sure that if they have scenes at home or in a cafe then if the radio's playing they'll have david essex etc on in the background

Nail on head.....apart from comment on the hip swingin King.

[KevH]

Good man.

I already like you.

bloody hell Beeks,2 minutes and your'e in!! . Me?,30 odd years behind the bell,and not so much as a "by your leave" .

Edited August 22, 2008 by KevH

[Guest Byrney]

I believe the producers have said that they would use "original" tracks for dance sequences anyway haven't they? This being the case surely that satisfies everyone doesn't it?

Almost but not quite, IMO the original artists - original recording should be used in the correct context; not just the dance sequences; they may play records at home, A duffy version of the Sherry's on the stereogram wouldnt work IMO

If they use contemporary artists for other bits of the film does that matter. Surely not.

From a financial / return on investment point of view I can see why they would choose too

I'm sure that if they have scenes at home or in a cafe then if the radio's playing they'll have david essex etc on in the background

That'd make sense - the original artist - orignal recording - in the correct context, replace David Essex with say David Blunt and it doesnt work

[Phild]

Nail on head.....apart from comment on the hip swingin King.

Don't mind him swinging his hips. As long as he doesn't sing

[Guest]

so you need soulies who can dance

alex simms

[Reg]

But why are you bothered about what they play in between the dance sequences? Surely it doesn't matter-it isn't a documentary about Wigan Casino. It's a movie about a young lad who finds love against the odds in 1974 with a backdrop of Wigan Casino. I'm sure they played all kinds of music in public places in 1974 so if you want authenticity you should be asking for Slade, Trex etc surely? I am just as anti Duffy etc as the rest of you but they probably just think it will help soundtrack sales if they use these artists for some of the non dancing scenes?

[KevH]

But why are you bothered about what they play in between the dance sequences? Surely it doesn't matter-it isn't a documentary about Wigan Casino. It's a movie about a young lad who finds love against the odds in 1974 with a backdrop of Wigan Casino. I'm sure they played all kinds of music in public places in 1974 so if you want authenticity you should be asking for Slade, Trex etc surely? I am just as anti Duffy etc as the rest of you but they probably just think it will help soundtrack sales if they use these artists for some of the non dancing scenes?

or the underplayed sounds of Chicory Tip - see avatar .

Reg,Slade and T.Rex are sooooo top 500 .

Edited August 22, 2008 by KevH

[Guest Nik Mak]

Looks fair enough to me. but then I'm just a simple Bradford lad.

Phil

Looks convincing......no,no sorry can't get WIGANS CHOSEN FEW OR TOP OF THE POPS out of my head.

[Guest]

putting this thread on a temp hold -15 mins or so

it is a thread about one of two films planned

when it reopens if do wish to discuss non-related stuff

then do suggest start a new thread

I will do this, as I would hate my paragraphs of wisdom gleaned over forty years of involvement since I was 14 years old, to be deleted through being off-topic.

[KevH]

I will do this, as I would hate my paragraphs of wisdom gleaned over forty years of involvement since I was 14 years old, to be deleted through being off-topic.

14 mins and counting.

[Guest sarahleen]

Looks convincing......no,no sorry can't get WIGANS CHOSEN FEW OR TOP OF THE POPS out of my head.

according to one of the extras ,the set has "paracetomals all over the corridors and wigan casino rules graffitti all over the toilets "

[Guest Nik Mak]

according to one of the extras ,the set has "paracetomals all over the corridors and wigan casino rules graffitti all over the toilets "

Ah yes but have they painted the Paracetomals blue? Is the Graffitti scratched on with a pen knife?

[Jaco]

For those who are partial to a bit of trivia, this topic will break the SS "All about the Soul" World Record if it exceeds 749 posts and 23655 views.

Record is currently held by "Soul night disgrace" from January of this year.

Come on boys and girls, you can do it

[Guest Nik Mak]

[Guest Byrney]

But why are you bothered about what they play in between the dance sequences? Surely it doesn't matter-it isn't a documentary about Wigan Casino. It's a movie about a young lad who finds love against the odds in 1974 with a backdrop of Wigan Casino. I'm sure they played all kinds of music in public places in 1974 so if you want authenticity you should be asking for Slade, Trex etc surely? I am just as anti Duffy etc as the rest of you but they probably just think it will help soundtrack sales if they use these artists for some of the non dancing scenes?

Not sure if this is in response to my comments Reg, if it is what I hoped to get over is that if the characters outside of the dancefloor / casino scenes are listening to what is portrayed within the film as Northern Soul e.g. at home then it is should be the original track by the original artist and not a cover by Duffy et al as it isn't northern soul (imo) and would stick out as unrealistic, as Duffy wasn't even a twinkle back in 74.

[Reg]

For those who are partial to a bit of trivia, this topic will break the SS "All about the Soul" World Record if it exceeds 749 posts and 23655 views.

Record is currently held by "Soul night disgrace" from January of this year.

Come on boys and girls, you can do it

Link??? Can't remember that one

[paultp]

or the underplayed sounds of Chicory Tip - see avatar .

Reg,Slade and T.Rex are sooooo top 500 .

Chicory Tip - the first moog synthesiser if I remember correctly It looked like someone had stuffed the church piano full of valves.

It got to No 1 too if my memory serves so would make good background music to general scenes.

[Jaco]

Link??? Can't remember that one

Bottom of "All about the soul" page and just beneath the box showing the names of the members viewing that part of the forum, there are various criteria boxes to work through.

Open the "Order" box and it will give the option for looking at "Order: replies", "Order: views" etc.

[bri phill]

Hello all

Today was our first day of shooting at Kings Hall. It's gone really well, everyone is hyped and equally mesmerized by the quantity of work we have to do over the next 5 weeks. The thread very recently has been full of mirth, and it's great to see that so many forum users will actually be on-set over the next two weeks. Fantastic!

In response to those who have been less than pleased with the idea of us making the film, and to those who are angered by the film's presence on this forum, I have a message from director Shimmy Marcus...

--------

A view from the trenches:

My name is Shimmy Marcus and I am the Director of 'SOULED OUT'

Following weeks of speculation, assumption, rumour, gossip, sniping, bitching, arguing, pleading, and some quite outrageous accusations, I have decided (against better advice) to break my silence and respond to some of the posts on this forum. Why? Because despite what some of you may think, we actually do care about this film. We're not a Hollywood machine only in it for the cash, we are a small, enthusiastic, bunch of independent artists, dedicated to our craft of making extraordinary films that move people on an emotional level.

Obviously I'm a little too busy to respond to each individual post (we start filming today) so I'm posting this general message in hope that it will put an end to all the speculation, and set the record straight once and for all. Here are the FACTS:

This is not a Documentary. It is a fictional drama.

I am not interested in making money, I am interested in making the most amazing film I can.

EXTRAS

Extras are not being threatened at gun point to appear in the film. They have freedom of choice as to whether they want to be a part of it or not.

Extras are not required only for the Casino Scenes, but for many other scenes in the film which take place away from the Casino. This includes babies, and pensioners.

DANCING

Our lead actors/dancers have been training 7 hours a day, 6 days a week, some of them for 6 weeks now. They have trained so hard we've had one in hospital, and another in physio, such is their dedication. They have two dance tutors (1 was a Casino regular) and two choreographers constantly putting them through their paces.

RESEARCH

In an effort to make sure all scenes or references to the Casino are completely authentic, we have consulted over 50 people who were regular Casino goer's as well as countless others from the scene. Russ Winstanley, Kev Roberts, Keb Darge, Elvis Davis (Costume Designer), David Barrow, Reg Stickings, Yogi,

Anton Ludwig, Dave Evison, Eddie Pillar, to name but a few.

Yes, we've seen all the out-takes from the This England documentary as well as plenty of other footage, as well as countless others sources for research.

We have attended numerous all nighters, including the recent one in the Kings Hall featuring almost 1,000 people.

MUSIC

We are consulting countless people connected with the music side of the scene, and the soundtrack is not finalised. It is NEVER finalised until after the editing has been completed, and even then, further changes are often made.

We have been in consultation with a major music clearence company for over 3 years, and are also working with various Major AND Independent labels sourcing and clearing music. We have a database of over 22,000 songs at present. Apologies if we've missed a few.

This film is not about the Original Artists. It is not a film biography. These Artists will be credited in the film where their music appears, and they will receive plenty of royalties under the strictest copyright laws, unlike the money they lost from countless bootleggers.

If the film proves to be a popular success, they will invariable encounter greater record sales. Hopefully all Northern Soul artists will get much greater recognition, and financial rewards which is the very least they deserve for giving the world such beautiful music. And they did give it to the world, for the whole world to hear. That's what artists do.

PUBLICITY

We haven't come on to this forum for publicity. You people are the first in the world to find us, we don't need to publicise with you. We joined the forum in the hope you could contribute positively. As crazy as it sounds we hoped you might even get behind us. Or at least wait until the film was out before baring your teeth!

AUTHENTICITY

If you believe that I shouldn't make this film because I wasn't at The Casino, then I guess Spielberg should never have made Schindlers List, Attenborough shouldn't have made Ghandi, and George Lucas should never have made Star Wars (I don't think he lived in the future.)

I don't understand how some of you can complain that we don't know our arse from our elbow, when, judging by this forum, so many of you are fighting amongst yourselves, contradicting each other, and find little to agree upon. If this film takes off, it is you people the world will be coming to, to find out more. Show them some love. Isn't that what this is all about?

AND FINALLY

I want to thank those of you who have offered us good wishes, and are reserving judgement until you see the film. There are a great many genuine people out there who love this music and this scene, and believe only good things can come from sharing it with as many people as possible. Isn't that what we do when we hear a great song? Share it with others?

We will continue to work as hard as we can to make an amazing film. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm required on the set. See y'all in 5 weeks.

Shimmy.

Ive only just read this quote although I did post earlier today about the film and fully agree with Shimmy,HOW CAN THIS QUOTE GET ANYBODYS BACK UP as quoted by the lipstick girl.

Like I said the more success the film as the more the artist will earn from future CD sales etc and isn't the music about the artists.

So why don't people open their minds a bit and look at THE BIGGER PICTURE.

I like the new film plots coming from SUTTY pure class.

Regards Brian

[Andyf]

Not sure if this is in response to my comments Reg, if it is what I hoped to get over is that if the characters outside of the dancefloor / casino scenes are listening to what is portrayed within the film as Northern Soul e.g. at home then it is should be the original track by the original artist and not a cover by Duffy et al as it isn't northern soul (imo) and would stick out as unrealistic, as Duffy wasn't even a twinkle back in 74.

I have to say that I think that's taking accuracy a bit too far.

I don't have an issue with what music is played during the "storyline", anything used during the dancing sequences should be original recordings and ideally actually played at Wigan around 73-74.

Anybody care to venture a play list???

[Jez Jones]

I , for one am looking forward to this film.

This is a Northern Soul 'lifestyle' film set in early 70's and in Stoke on Trent. What makes it interesting to me is -----I was there

Possibly includes,Boothen Boot boys, unemployment, sorting ya gear out for the weekend, getting the latest 'sounds' by whatever means you could,sorting ya gear out for the weekend(Oh I just said that---it was important though ) and girls in between .Didnt have time for work ,if thas was any anyway.

Come on lads and lassies that should jog a few memories

[Guest sarahleen]

Ive only just read this quote although I did post earlier today about the film and fully agree with Shimmy,HOW CAN THIS QUOTE GET ANYBODYS BACK UP as quoted by the lipstick girl.

Like I said the more success the film as the more the artist will earn from future CD sales etc and isn't the music about the artists.

So why don't people open their minds a bit and look at THE BIGGER PICTURE.

I like the new film plots coming from SUTTY pure class.

Regards Brian

its patronzing

[Guest Byrney]

I have to say that I think that's taking accuracy a bit too far.

I don't have an issue with what music is played during the "storyline", anything used during the dancing sequences should be original recordings and ideally actually played at Wigan around 73-74.

Anybody care to venture a play list???

D'ya think Andy. Lets say they come back from the Casino with a northern record or tape and play it (you can imagine that this could happen in the story) and its weller, Ronson or Whinehouse comong out of the speakers in the background? It's as important to get this right as it would be for the dance scenes IMO.

[macca]

Chicory Tip would be more fitting in a film with a Torch backdrop, wouldn't it?

Just looked at charts for May 1974.

The shittiness of it all beggars belief.

It's no wonder we all ran away to this sect.

I wouldn't want to pre-empt the plot, but it would be entirely appropriate

to see one of the film's characters smash the transistor

radio to bits when 'sugar baby love'

comes on & then get a clout from his mum for his sins.

This would have to be kitchen scene, before setting off for school, always a stressful moment.

Mum: Didn't you buy your dinner tokens yesterday?

Lad: Yes, mum (thinking of the Furys on Jayboy he's gonna buy on Saturday night).

[Sutty]

Forget Footsie what about TOOTSIE Hoffman would look well in this film! Untill CHubby no 1 seriel killer takes him out!

BAZ A

now you are getting ridiculous Baz, where are you going to get a camp-sounding effeminate soul music impresario to take the role on?

[Guest sarahleen]

this thread ,like the previous -one souled out film- tried to cover over, started as an advert for extras . a few people used it to discuss the film and have a bit of a banter and harmless fun . the film chaps sent in the big guns and this is the result . summat like that , read the ful thread and the original

Edited March 23, 2010 by becchio

[Philly]

If anyone is interested, below are the guidlines for extras, cant seem to copy over the pics, will keep trying, as they are hilarious, for obvious reasons all contact details have been deleted. Please bear in mind I am still in favour of this...I think

SOULED OUT

GUIDELINES FOR EXTRAS

This document contains all the information that you need for your experience as an extra on the Souled Out film production.

Your call time is 8am. You should either arrive at the venue or the drop-off point at this time. We aim to be finished shooting at 7pm.

Travel

The venue for the shoot is The Kings Hall in Stoke.

Kings Hall, Stoke, Kingsway, Off Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 1HH

By car: If you are driving, you can park outside the Kings Hall but you would have to pay for a ticket, and we cannot reimburse you for this. Instead we recommend you park on the nearby Staffordshire University Leek Road car park, where you will be able to park for free all day. It's just a short walk to the Kings Hall and there will be a minibus doing trips too. Staffordshire University, Leek Road Campus, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 2DF

Parking at Staffs Uni,Stoke train station, The Kings Hall.

By train

If you are coming by train please note that Stoke station is closed on Saturday and therefore most train journeys are being replaced with rail replacement buses. You can still get here, but it will take a little longer. If you check your journey on https://www.thetrainline.com you will be able to view the duration of your journey which includes the extra time for the replacement bus. You will be dropped at Stoke Station, which is just around the corner from the Kings Hall, as you'll see from the map on the previous page.

By coach

If you are coming by coach, you will be dropped off at Hanley Bus Station. From here you should take bus number 23 or 23A and get off at Glebe St in Stoke, which will be right next to the venue.

What to bring

All you need to bring is yourself, in costume, as best as you can.

What to wear - see also pictures of the last pages of this document

We are aiming to make the scene look as authentically Northern Soul look as possible. The film is set in 1974. Get inspired by watching this great Northern Soul short film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ey-3Uba62E8 . Many of you have a good idea of what to wear, but there are some more guidelines below. On the last page of this document you will also find some pictures of some of our actors in costume to inspire you. Please remove any facial piercings and conceal tattoos. Please don't wear anything with large modern branding/logos on. Pale colours are best.

For boys

For trousers, the baggier the better - Oxford Bags style, or just wide leg trousers. No jeans. The more highwaisted, the better.

For tops, consider Fred Perry or Ben Sherman shirts, or a vest. Unbranded polo shirts are fine. Stick to short sleeved items, unless you have a tattoo which should be covered, in which case you can wear a long-sleeved shirt.

Consider wearing a pork pie hat or flat cap, especially if you have short hair (hair tended to be much longer). Do bring any record bags.

For shoes, brogues are preferable, or pumps, but not modern trainers.

For girls

Ideally, you would be wearing a full circular skirt and a little top. However, if you don't have the circular skirt, the next best thing is wide-legged trousers with a high waist.

For tops, consider a little t-shirt or vest. Horizontal stripes/other print/patterns were very popular. Little pumps will be ideal for your shoes. Ankle socks will look great.

Hair and Make-up

All men's hair was fairly long, sometimes shoulder length, it covered their ears, a lot of men had fringes, they had big, long sideburns. Obviously we can't ask you to grow your hair before Saturday but if you can grow your sideburns and not cut your hair, that would be great.

Women should avoid bright make-up, please keep it natural. If you have long hair then please tie this up in a high ponytail or in low bunches with a middle parting (hair was tied back so it didn't interfere with dancing). Girls also had short, almost bowl like hair cuts, take a look at the pictures.

- The better your effort with your costume, the more likely you are to get close to the camera!

- If your outfit is not up to scratch, we do have a limited supply of vests and shirts here that we can

loan, but please try your best to dress yourself before you arrive as there is no guarantee that we can

lend you anything.

- We will be providing a cloakroom for you to check items in, but it will help if you can arrive in costume

and don't need to change.

Food/drink

We will feed you breakfast, lunch and snacks.

What you'll be doing

- We will be recreating a night at famous northern Soul venue The Wigan Casino, within the Kings Hall.

You will be required to dance throughout the day.

- As anyone who has been an extra before know, there may be a lot of waiting around, and lots of

retakes of shots. You should definitely have patience, but you should still find this a rewarding experience.

What you won't be doing:

Alcohol and drugs are prohibited. You will not be allowed to smoke in the venue. Please don't bring any valuables.

Photography and filming will not be permitted so please do not bring any cameras.

Other notes:

Feel free to bring any friends aged 16 or over. They don't need to register in advance; we can check them in on the day.

On arrival you will be asked to sign a release form which confirms that you are happy for us to use any shots of you within our film. This is, as discussed, a non-paying role.

For emergencies on the day, you can call Jack on (deleted) This document should contain everything you need to know however, so please only call if it is an emergency on Saturday. Before Saturday please email urgent enquiries to (deleted) and we will get back to you.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday. If you have fun you should consider returning on Thursday 28th August, when we will continue shooting the same scene at the same venue. We will speak to you about this on Saturday, or early next week.

Womens' outfits

Men's outfits

[Guest sarahleen]

this thread ,like the previous one souled out film tried to cover over, started as an advert for extras . a few people used it to discuss the film and have a bit of a banter and harmless fun . the film chaps sent in the big guns and this is the result . summat like that , read the ful thread and the original

the original thread was called -The film Souled Out -. they started a new thread {this one } Souled Out The Film when they didnt like what was said in the original

Edited March 23, 2010 by becchio

[Stevie]

Consider wearing a pork pie hat or flat cap, especially if you have short hair (hair tended to be much longer).

Where on earth has this bit of info come from ? Did anyone see anybody (apart from DS) wearing a FLAT CAP in 1974?

[Chris L]

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WIGAN CASINO IN COLOUR - NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE!!!!!

Meethinks this is on the Outakes of This England, also in colour.

[Chris L]

I have to agree with whoever Ian Levine is??

One mans Northern Soul is another mans southern shite.

I dont want anyone telling me what constitutes N/ soul. Ill thank you very much

Well said that man !! Well in part anyway, don't be too harsh on us Londoners, we brought

a fair amount of records up to the North in the early 70T's

Chris L

[Guest Salford soul boy]

Sorry that was not meant to be a slight on our southern bros and sistas.

It was a bad analogy trying to shaow that the scenes music is vast and differs from Aberdeen to St Ives.

Well said that man !! Well in part anyway, don't be too harsh on us Londoners, we brought

a fair amount of records up to the North in the early 70T's

Chris L

[Guest Salford soul boy]

I was informed to wear a long shirt cos of tattoos.

I remember my dad having tattoos?? I feel confident they wont be focusing on wether its a couple of swallows or Man UTD Champions League winners 2008

Where on earth has this bit of info come from ? Did anyone see anybody (apart from DS) wearing a FLAT CAP in 1974?

[Philly]

Meethinks this is on the Outakes of This England, also in colour.

Fkinell....that was emotional to watch....superb tracks.

As much as I love this thread, have real soul night to attend and better get ready, Soul in the City - Dundee...real, authentic, original music.....what more can a girl ask for. Will try and upoad the pics 2mor.

Sorry about the sly venue bump....wont do it again

[Dave Rimmer]

Just been an article on BBC Midlands today about the filming tomorrow asking for people aged between 16 and 21 to turn up 'dressed Northern Soul'.

[Guest sarahleen]

i guess in truth those of us who are "attacking ",there words not mine,this film are all a little scared of what might happen ,wether this film is good or bad

[Naughty Boy]

Just been an article on BBC Midlands today about the filming tomorrow asking for people aged between 16 and 21 to turn up 'dressed Northern Soul'.

just how bloody daft is that how many 16 21 olds got northern soul gear let alone what it is

rob