The Moving Image Company

The Moving Image Company (TMI) was founded in 2002 by local director Christian Cisneros as a commercial production company to service Central Texas. With the addition of veteran producer Robert Stewart TMI has more than 35+ years of combined experience in the Film/Video Production Industry. From Pre-Production to Post-Production, TMI produces some of the most professional and cinematic product created within the central Texas market.

Saturday, August 23, 2008

"Rio De Sangre"

Just in case you didnt hear The Moving Image Company is proud to announce that they are starting Pre-Production on its first feature length film "Rio De Sangre". You can read the synopsis here.

Here is a little update on "Rio De Sangre".

We are about two thirds of the way done with the script, and very happy with it thus far. Richard Watson is spending sleepless nights on it.. I am currently casting the project so if any one is interested here are the people who are cast as of now..





Current Cast List:

Marco - Maurice Ripke
Claudia - In Negotiations
The Hunter - Robert F. Stewart
The Driver - In Negotiations
Monico (Claudia's Dad) - Casting
Jorge - Casting
Patrolman Morris - Jason Harper
Agent Tim Weathers - Julian Guevara
Agent Stanton - Casting
Dr Stevens - Joe Azzato


If you are interested in any of the roles above please contact Christian Cisneros at christiancisnerosproductions@ gmail.com (please include a headshot and any links to past work) put Rio De Sangre Casting in the subject line.

We are still in need of some crew.. But have not officially posted a crew call.
Since this is a low-low budget we cant afford to pay everyone including ourselves but we do have 3 meals a day and hotels for everyone who can come out to work, and we are shooting the the beautiful west Texas desert. Think of it as a vacation.

***Important Info, we are shooting for 14 days in West Texas. Please keep that in mind when applying.***

We are in need of the following positions.

Grip Electric Swing - will assist our DP in lighting and setting up for shots, handling equipment

Make-up Artist (Practical and FX) - Will need to work on Bullet wounds, bloody faces bruises, and other action make-up.

Still Photographer - Production stills, marketing stills, everything

Behind the Scenes videographer - produce a behind the scenes documentary about the film and filmmakers. (you do not have to have your own camera, production has a canon XL2)

Production Assistants - Helping in the production, art, make-up, FX, behind the scenes, and other depts through out the production.

Anyone interested in one of these positions please send your contact info and resume to TMIReviews@gmail.com All are welcome and we look forward to hearing from you

***New Update***

Here are some pics of the TMI Office during pre-production. Enjoy..


Richard hard at work.




Me writing this blog..




If you have any questions about TMI or "Rio De Sangre" Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Christian Cisneros
Producer/Director
The Moving Image Co.

www.christiancisneros.com
www.myspace.com/ananos
www.imdb.com/name/nm1870338/
www.themovingimagecompany.com


Wednesday, August 20, 2008

The Trunk (short)

Just in case no one saw it.. Here is the award winning Short film by the TMI Team.



What would you do if the man you looked up to and idolized your entire life turned out not to be quite what you thought he was? Would you still follow the path he had put before you, even if it meant taking the life of a trusted friend, or would you go against the life your father had lead and risk it all to save your friend and yourself?

Danny started his day like every other day, making the rounds; collecting money that was owed to his employer, doing the thing his father had taught him his entire life. With his partner Bobby in the passenger seat, still showing him the ropes, Danny soon gets a crash course in the dangerous world his father had failed to tell him about. With Danny's friend now tied up in the back seat and his head full of contradictions and confusion, he must decide what direction his life will now take.

Will he continue on the path that has lead him to this crossroad, walking the thin red line between felonies and misdemeanors, or will he delve head on into the underworld that consumed his father and is now forcing him to make the decision of a lifetime.


A little back ground on this film:

The Director's Statement


The Trunk was a labor of love and dedication for several of us. It represented a challenge, what we could do with our talents in such a short amount of time and with limited budget. Well with three hundred dollars, three crew members, three cast members, and 12hrs of shooting we ended up with “The Trunk”. This story came together so quick, and just flowed like for some reason we were suppose to put this film on tape. The cast was so patient through the cold weather and long day they stuck by us and saw the whole thing through. I couldn't ask for a better bunch of actors. I also have to thank the post production crew, who came in to the project in a time of need. Joe Azzato took some amazing photos, so that we could have some great press content. Aaron Horne has spent night and day working on music and with a picky director to get just the right music, not too “Godfather”,and not too “Casino”. The bottom line is we proved to filmmakers out there that its not the camera you use, its the way you use it. I hope you enjoy the film.








Christian Cisneros
Producer/Director
The Trunk


What some other have to say about "The Trunk"



"Maurice Ripke is amazing in The Trunk, the guy IS that character"

TheChrisBrown
Director of "Jesus Rises"
Detroit, Michigan

"It's a refreshing and efficient micro-narrative! I believed the characters were real people and the evocation of atmosphere and edgy, risky confrontation were crisply executed!....(i especially liked the night lighting - always tricky, especially on dv)"

Ben Robinson
Director of "Slashhive"
London, England

Want to tell us what you think? Send us a message and tell us what you think about "The Trunk". We would really love to hear your thoughts.


A 159 Miles Entertainment Production
In Association with The Moving Image and November Tree Media
A Christian Cisneros DV "The Trunk"
Starring Maurice Ripke Jason Harper and Juan Carlos Pulido
Director of Photography Chad Brewer Music by Aaron Horne Edited by Richard Watson
Produced by Christian Cisneros and Richard Watson Story by 159 Miles Entertainment
Written by Richard Watson Directed by Christian Cisneros


Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Welcome to The Moving Image Company site


“We Move Images That Move Viewers”

Over the last several years, TMI has handled virtually all production elements related to Film, Commercials, Live Events, Corporate and Broadcast content, all over the state of Texas. TMI has also played a major role in a number of Indy Features, including "The 2 Bobs", "RISEN", and "Broke Sky, as well as award winning short films such as "Bending Light", "The Trunk", and concept trailers such as "Hallettsville", and "TANK". During this period, TMI has collaborated with many other creative film makers and content developers such as, Jeff Burr, Thomas Callaway, Jim Spencer, Damian Chapa, Will Wallace, Joe Estevez, Tim McCanlies, Willie Nelson and Joe Unger to name a few. Our principle partners have lent their talents to more films and video productions in the central Texas area than could be listed here.

TMI will customize a package for your event or you can choose from a package already designed by the TMI team.

  • TV Commercials
  • TV Shows
  • Corporate Videos
  • Industrial Videos
  • Promotional Videos
  • EPK (Electronic Press Kits)
  • Sales and Marketing Videos
  • Training and Safety Videos
  • Educational Videos
  • Tourism Videos
  • Weddings
  • Quinceneras
  • Parties
  • Recruiting Videos
  • Sporting Events
  • Live Venues
  • Independent Films
  • Documentaries
For more info or to schedule an event contact:

Christian Cisneros
Office: (254) 292-2764
TMIVideos@gmail.com