[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by David Moon

I've been seriously kicking around the idea of doing a documentary about The Villages, its people, its history and success. First things first, in no means is it a expose or an attempt to dig up or uncover dirt.

The film's direction will be focused on interviews of Villagers and exploring the various lifestyles in The Villages. I'll probably cover politics in brief (because that's always a fun subject.) Also, dissect various subgroups who live here, like adult children who live with their parents, caregivers, the oldtimers and workers. I'll probably end on what's in the future for retirees, and if The Villages mojo will remain sustainable or evolve for your kids and grandkids.

It'll take at least 50 one-on-one interviews, 14+ months and about $25,000, which would need to be crowdfunded through a site like Kickstarter or Indiegogo. My hope would be to have it premiered here, and possibly do a few film festivals.

My background is mostly marketing and online video learning. I'm also an amatuer historian, so I'm skilled in research and putting stuff together.

Now I understand what you are trying to do. And why you are trying to chat us up.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by David Moon

I'll seek out whatever permissions or permits as necessary. It's like, I cannot just walk into the sales center and begin filming.

What I actually meant was, do you need permission to film in public spaces, like the squares?

If people can film the police doing their job, why couldn't you film outside?

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by CFrance

What I actually meant was, do you need permission to film in public spaces, like the squares?

If people can film the police doing their job, why couldn't you film outside?

My guess - if you are filming your home movies with which to entertain/bore friends and family - no problem...but to produce a film for any commercial/historical purpose from which money would/could be derived just might be a problem for those who own/manage any 'public' area.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by CFrance

What I actually meant was, do you need permission to film in public spaces, like the squares?

If people can film the police doing their job, why couldn't you film outside?

If it's public property, some cities or counties will require some kind of a permit. If you are shooting crowds, or what they call b-roll, there should not be an issue. If someone doesn't want you to point the camera in their direction, you point it somewhere else. If it's private property, then you should get permission.

Most of the filming would be done in people's homes or private property with permission.

Usage of the film has a little something to do with it too. This would not be a for profit production, and would be made available online for free. It would be nice to arrange a showing when it's done. The logistics are to be determined as I flesh it all out.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

My guess - if you are filming your home movies with which to entertain/bore friends and family - no problem...but to produce a film for any commercial/historical purpose from which money would/could be derived just might be a problem for those who own/manage any 'public' area.

More than likely I'd have to get a permit for public areas and written permission for private property.

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by David Moon

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Usage of the film has a little something to do with it too. This would not be a for profit production, and would be made available online for free. snipped

That would be your intent, David. But what happens when someone takes a copy from the internet and dupes copies for sale; or the people they gave it to as a gift dupe it and sell it? Hoping you have good encryption!

[The Chipster]

I love your idea. Watch out for exposing the hate politics in The Villages. You will make lots of enemies.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by The Chipster

I love your idea. Watch out for exposing the hate politics in The Villages. You will make lots of enemies.

We have a lot of new folks today. I wonder where everyone came from.
Do we have "hate" politics in The Villages? I know we are vastly one sided.

[virgind]

Personally I think it should be left alone. Almost scammy to me. (Scammy new word)

[obxgal]

The Daily Sun runs articles on Villagers, where they're from, what they've done, on a regular basis. I've read stories about holocaust victims, WWII vets, Villagers falling in love and just about any other subject you'd want to read up.

Personally I wouldn't want "my story" on the internet for all to see.

[graciegirl]

There is something about a documentary done by a person younger than ourselves for profit that does make me feel like an " old timer" which is in fact the very words he used. Not sensitive or diplomatic and certainly of no interest to me.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

That would be your intent, David. But what happens when someone takes a copy from the internet and dupes copies for sale; or the people they gave it to as a gift dupe it and sell it? Hoping you have good encryption!

I doubt there will be a black market for something you can watch over the Internet on various video sharing sites like YouTube and Vimeo for free.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

There is something about a documentary done by a person younger than ourselves for profit that does make me feel like an " old timer" which is in fact the very words he used. Not sensitive or diplomatic and certainly of no interest to me.

Oldtimers, as in those who have been here 20 years or more.

Profit is not the goal.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by obxgal

The Daily Sun runs articles on Villagers, where they're from, what they've done, on a regular basis. I've read stories about holocaust victims, WWII vets, Villagers falling in love and just about any other subject you'd want to read up.

Personally I wouldn't want "my story" on the internet for all to see.

I expect most people would not want to participate, but many that will.

[David Moon]

Originally Posted by virgind

Personally I think it should be left alone. Almost scammy to me. (Scammy new word)

I validate your feelings. Anything done over the Internet feels scammy.