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03/23/2006: "Reviews from the folks who attended the screening by Christopher Folino"

Here now are some reviews from folks who attended Tuesday Night’s Screening of “Gamers”
Again thank you to all 400 or more of the folks that showed up, it was an incredible experience to watch the film with that large of a crowd.


Hi Chris,
I just want to say that you did a great job on the movie. I haven't laughed that hard because of a movie in a long time. It was funny all the way through and much improved from the version that you showed at Gen Con. The extra scenes were awesome. It's good enough to go out and compete with any comedy anywhere. I hope it gets distributed and makes $100 million. You Da Man!
Dr. Wolfgang Shane
Die Hard Gamer


Here now are some reviews from folks who attended Tuesday Night’s Screening of “Gamers”
Good Morning, Chris:

I trust you had a lousy night's sleep re-living every wonderful minute of the
Premiere. That should have kept you awake all night!

Here's my report: The movie was absolutely stunning. The theatre was a
house of belly laughs. I would guess that I am not alone in having seen the
movie twice, laughing even harder the second time than the first and leaving
with a "feelin' good" attitude. The production values were great; the dialogue
Phenomenal; and the acting superb. GAMERS is a winner. It is more than
a cult movie. It is a movie people can escape into. We know that laughter
has a healing impact on the body via the release of endorphins. GAMERS
will drive the endorphin supply nuts!

I don't know how you go about distributing GAMERS, but it will be a huge
money-maker. It's a word-of-mouth picture that people will come back to
for a second - even third - look. Advertising it will enhance its ticket sales
Enormously. The college education of your kids is guaranteed (please send
them to USC).

I am proud to have been a part of it!

Gratzi.

Max
Old Italian #2



Chris, thanks for letting me share in your victory (and for the credit - last time I saw myself on the silver screen was as an extra in the 70s John Ritter bomb Americathon.)

You have succeeded in what 95% of those folks in the theater would have liked to do. I tell you, you have a real gift for pulling people together for projects. I'm exceedingly proud of you buddy.

Plus, and I told him last night, tell Kevin that he executed his character perfectly. He's like a cross between Buster Keaton and Dennis Hopper (Blue Velvet meets The General.) The 'dick' studio song was so funny it hurt. It was his straight faced-clueless ness that made it.


Jim Clouet
The man who taught me how to make movies

I woke up this morning laughing my ass off
about the cable access scenes, the cucumber and the freak clowns.
It is now official Chris Folino is a bonified HOLLYWOOD DIRECTOR...
Congratulations on a Kick Ass film.

You inspire us all!

Your Digital Brother
Virgil P. Thompson
Address One
c/o Raleigh Studios

Dear Chris & Rose -
What a thrill to see you last night and be part of that fabulous event.
We so enjoyed the film - are so very impressed with your accomplishments.
Congratulations!
The film is a smash!
Best,
Virgil, Tess & Virgil II



Chris,
Thank you for inviting me to your movie. I was laughing through the whole thing. I'm not bullshitting you when I say that was the best independent film I've seen. Take care, I hope to visit with you before I leave. Talk to you soon.
Shawn Goodrich
Genius at Motion Graphics

Chris:

By now you certainly know how fabulous your movie is!
Thank you for coaxing me to be a small part of it. I'm proud to be included in the "cast."

The new version of the movie is just start to stop laughs. It is a movie that I feel the need to see again because I know I missed something just laughing hard at so many of the scenes. There are many parts and lines that stick in my head, which also makes it a "cult" classic. "I live with my parents temporarily, just until they die." Where did that come from? I think it is what made Tom finally move out! Thanks!!

I cannot express the pride I felt tonight, watching the film and remembering all that transpired on 8mm and then video almost 20 years ago! I was so pleased to see Rose and feel her total support for you and your dream! Lance Amater Rocked! Gamers Rocks even more... and to a wider audience!

Dr. Merritt Hemenway
Educator & my vote for the next President of the United States