Re-cutting "FOR LIBERTY" to be used as a RP/R3V 2012 campaign tool - View within

[AdamT]

Update. The new Addendum section at the end is moreless done, coming in at just under 5 minutes. Waiting on final music approvals and a couple other things and then we'll post it to check out.

Taking into account the various critiques since posting the draft Re-cut version, we're now making a 2nd pass through making changes.

Working on revising the original artwork into a square for the re-cut sleeve, which was a challenge since the original was a tall rectangle. We've changed the subtitle up a bit on the front to be better suited as 2012 campaign handouts. Interested in getting some opinions on the "The Ongoing Story Of" line.

Here's the color sleeve template the DVDs will come packaged in. It's like a little envelope (you see these with music promo CDs a lot).

The back isn't done yet, but will be similar to a Ron Paul lit push card with opened-ended questions as suggested by a friend.

On the back, rather than just having bullet points of statements, consider including some open ended questions for the reader. This get them to think about the issues rather than them feeling like they are just being preached to. For example, rather than just saying "Ron Paul wants to end the Fed" say, "Why should a private central bank control our currency?" The questions should be inciting, unanswerable to the Average Joe, and make them want to watch the movie to get the answers.

Need a good list of the open-ended questions, and perhaps other brief info to include on the back. Open to suggestions on all of this.

 

[sailingaway]

Sounds and looks great!

 

[QueenB4Liberty]

So you've only added 5 extra minutes to what you took from the old version? That's cool, I can't wait to see it!

 

[AdamT]

So you've only added 5 extra minutes to what you took from the old version? That's cool, I can't wait to see it!

Yes, about 5 mins with the new Addendum at the end. Going through the 2nd pass we're cutting more as well, maybe a couple minutes total. Goal is to keep everything just under an hour.

 

[QueenB4Liberty]

Oh that is a good idea! So you'll post where we can buy/watch the DVD when you finish?

 

[Sentinelrv]

Did you include anything about the CNN poll saying Ron has a bigger chance than any other Republican to beat obama. Also, is there anymore emphasis on the economy this time around, since that's the #1 issue for people?

 

[Lothario]

This tagline is a million times better than the instantly depressing watering withering trees one.

 

[AdamT]

Did you include anything about the CNN poll saying Ron has a bigger chance than any other Republican to beat obama. Also, is there anymore emphasis on the economy this time around, since that's the #1 issue for people?

Have been debating that actually. Would've been nice if he had been ahead of Obama, but he was behind him. People could take that a lot of different ways, so not sure about including it. The new Addendum section touches on the other issue you mentioned, in a subtle way.

This tagline is a million times better than the instantly depressing watering withering trees one.

Not sure why it was "instantly depressing", but the update is a fresh breath and intended for the 2012 crowd.

 

[AdamT]

Oh that is a good idea! So you'll post where we can buy/watch the DVD when you finish?

Yes, we'll be launching a new site specifically to get the re-cut. They will be very cheap, just above cost. Something like $.95/ea in bulk quantities.

 

[Lothario]

Not sure why it was "instantly depressing", but the update is a fresh breath and intended for the 2012 crowd.

Depressing only in that, while the message was intended to be positive, I personally couldn't shake the bleak and negative imagery. Kind of like a tamer effect of having a tagline: "Ron Paul - resolving all the death, destruction, and tears filling the streets." Every time I read it, my thoughts went unintentionally wandering along these lines, "Ron Paul - blah blah trees withering and dying blah blah - wait, this is supposed to be pro-Ron Paul, so what did I just read about Ron Paul and 'dead withering trees'? Oh yea, watering withered trees - ok. wait, why are we talking about withering trees? Oh, these are liberty trees, they're all dead, but not because of Ron Paul, so it's Ron Paul that needs to water them. ok. that makes sense."

So that there is the long drawn out explanation of what was essentially a 2 second mental process. Maybe it's just a result of some devastating combination of my OCD and ADHD...But props to a newer and more positive tagline - and as said before, the actual product that you've created is absolutely invaluable and historic. The fact that this video is in existence is beyond incredible.

Maybe like a combination of - 'the ongoing story of inspiration, peace, and something about the human spirit and/or reason'

 

[dannno]

Woohooo! I made the final cut!!

I approve!

 

[AdamT]

Depressing only in that, while the message was intended to be positive, I personally couldn't shake the bleak and negative imagery. Kind of like a tamer effect of having a tagline: "Ron Paul - resolving all the death, destruction, and tears filling the streets." Every time I read it, my thoughts went unintentionally wandering along these lines, "Ron Paul - blah blah trees withering and dying blah blah - wait, this is supposed to be pro-Ron Paul, so what did I just read about Ron Paul and 'dead withering trees'? Oh yea, watering withered trees - ok. wait, why are we talking about withering trees? Oh, these are liberty trees, they're all dead, but not because of Ron Paul, so it's Ron Paul that needs to water them. ok. that makes sense."

So that there is the long drawn out explanation of what was essentially a 2 second mental process. Maybe it's just a result of some devastating combination of my OCD and ADHD...But props to a newer and more positive tagline - and as said before, the actual product that you've created is absolutely invaluable and historic. The fact that this video is in existence is beyond incredible.

Maybe like a combination of - 'the ongoing story of inspiration, peace, and something about the human spirit and/or reason'

Understood. It is somewhat depressing the mass public has turned a blind eye to their Constitution and founding principles. Maybe that's what you're finding depressing? Well, we're hoping to at least play a role in correcting that

Thanks for the support.

 

[AdamT]

Woohooo! I made the final cut!!

I approve!

Dannno, where are you at?

 

[dannno]

Dannno, where are you at?

42:16 - 42:18

Right up front, silver sunglasses, long hair

 

[Joey Fuller]

awesome job.. let's get this produced.. so we can put them in the hands of potential voters.

 

[AdamT]

42:16 - 42:18

Right up front, silver sunglasses, long hair

Ha! Nice, found you.

 

[gbozic]

Great Video Edit!
Can we add anything about Aime Allen - Ron Paul Music Anthem or Jordan Page - RP music, some famous people who donated to Ron Paul like Barry Manilow and others, Adam Corrola... These are just thoughts being thrown out there, otherwise I love all the proud goose bumps and RE-Motivation I'm feeling right about NOW!

12on PAUL !

 

[ronpaulhawaii]

This project may be in competition with this one

http://www.washingtonpost.com/polit...al-speculation/2011/05/26/AGGhZ5BH_story.html

The announcement of the Palin tour coincides with news, first reported in Real Clear Politics, that a full-length documentary by conservative filmmaker Stephen K. Bannon charting her political rise in Alaska will debut in Iowa next month, with plans to also show it in New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina.

 

[R3volutionJedi]

I was thinking about this today. I'm glad it's done? almost done? will be done!!

 

[AdamT]

We worked on this a bunch tonight and are moreless finished. All we're waiting on is to clear a couple new songs in the ending addendum and we'll post the updated version to check out. We might go with a 4-panel wallet fold sleeve to give more room for graphics and RP campaign info, bullet points, etc. Waiting on a quote on the difference vs the 2-panel. Soon, stay tuned.