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Coldwater the Movie
anon:
[ This Message was edited by: Anon on 2003-11-16 09:10 ]
Carey:
Anon I wanted to address this:
"What's this stuff about attacking the Dundee's directors wife. If she had been a prostitute, then who better to support those girls that had sexual issues when they were admitted?"
When I first started trying to get information from Dundee I wanted information about the people who worked with my kids. Dundee would not furnish me with that information. Why? I beleive it was because of the kinds of people they employed. People just like Flori. People with shady a past. You may think she is ok. You may not mind her having "total" influence and control over your child but when it comes to my child, I do mind. The setting of Dundee and the characters who were in control were way to scary for me. So I guess my attacking her as you see it, is my way of telling others these are the kind of people who are responsible for your children.
Deborah:
This may address why the movie is classified Fiction. It appears the movie was in progress when Ryan became involved. It's not and never was intended to be specifically about "Ryan" and his experiences. He is a consultant.
I wish it were a documentary, but hey, its better than a sharp stick in the eye. A picture is worth a THOUSAND words. People are surprised and shocked when they learn what's happening in the industry. "Seeing" what happens has a much stronger impact.
Many true stories are classified fiction. Very frustrating but I think this has to do partly with legal considerations.
Deborah
http://www.coldwaterthemovie.com/ryan/index.html
When Ryan discovered that a feature film was in development which dealt with the very subject matter that he had lived first hand, he was determined to become involved and help reveal the story of what really goes on behind the barbed wire. The producers of the fictional drama COLDWATER were thrilled to meet with Ryan, have been touched by his story and look forward to his involvement with the film, both behind-the-scenes as a consultant and have offered him a cameo role in the film itself. A documentary telling Ryan's story and that of other victims has already begun production and will be released as a special feature supplement on the COLDWATER Home Video / DVD release.
A message from the Filmaker at NoSpank
http://www.nospank.net/coldwtr.htm
COLDWATER: "Sometimes the Punishment Doesn't Fit the Crime."
Seventeen-year-old BRAD LUNDERS is sentenced to the remote juvenile detention camp COLDWATER RANCH where REHABILITATION consists of PHYSICAL and MENTAL torture.
Greetings,
My name is Sean Michael Beyer and I am filmmaker living in Los Angeles. I want to tell you about my next film which is set at a juvenile detention ranch. The film is titled COLDWATER and tells the harrowing story of a troubled teenage boy that is sent away to a "juvie" ranch for rehabilitation, only to experience first hand the torturous treatment and horrible conditions that exist in many of these facilities.
While our story is fictional, it is based on real events. Our aim is to reveal the truth about these awful camps and to create a film that will also be a memorial to the many kids that have needlessly died in them. We want our movie to be both compelling and authentic. And, as Steven Spielberg did with SCHINDLER'S LIST and SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, we will do our utmost to honor the dignity of the lost children and the pain of those who love and miss them.
COLDWATER will not be some watered-down "Hollywood" treatment. What unfolds is very realistic and, hopefully, somewhat disturbing. Yes, the movie is entertainment as are all dramas, but revealing the truth is clearly on our mind. Personally, I hope it will show parents and local governments what really goes on in some of these places.
We are producing this movie with a very modest budget and are very close to having the funds needed for production. Happily, those that have expressed interest truly appreciate a compelling story and agree that the tragic subject matter needs to be exposed. I am very excited by the overwhelmingly positive responses we are receiving. Several name actors have expressed interest. The momentum is building.
We would like to reach out to parents and family members of the children who have died in the name of "rehabilitation" and ask permission to list their loved-one's name and age. This brief dedication would appear at the end of the film just before cast and crew credits scroll. Be assured, we will absolutely honor the confidentiality of any and all respondents.
To learn a little more about COLDWATER, please visit our website http://www.coldwaterthemovie.com. Also, feel free to contact us with any questions you might have. Email us at http://www.coldwaterthemovie.com
http://www.eyescreamfilms.com
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And,
Loosely based on real-life events, COLDWATER takes you on a journey of emotions that will make you laugh, make you cry... And sure as hell make you think.
TOUGH LOVE? The Tragic Inspiration for Coldwater.
What REALLY goes on behind the barbed wire.
Real life juvenile detention center surviror, 16-year-old Ryan Fraidenburg will act as a consultant to the production.
The Boot Camp Boondoggle:
Torturing teenagers for fun and profit
This website is dedicated to documenting the horrific treatment of juveniles, a memoriam to those that have died, and the actions being taken to bring a stop to these places.
Anonymous:
According to this information, Ryan is the lead plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit. A lawsuit that as it turns out, has yet to be filed in spite of all the promotional hype. Sure makes one wonder what's really going on behind the scenes and who the key players are in this fiasco.
Movie Synopis:
Now, 16, Ryan lives with his mother in Sacramento, California, works part-time as a mobile disc jockey, and is doing well in school. More importantly, Ryan has become an advocate for teens who have been subjected to the same horrific treatment he experienced -- informing parents of the conditions in these camps and schools. He is the lead plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit against the Utah-based organization that runs the school he attended and many others across the United States and internationally.
Carey:
I believe the press was brought in to help to sell this movie.
First they decided to make a movie.
Then they picked the characters and the location.
Then they bring as much attention to the players and to the topic as they can.
I do not believe for one minute that everything happened just as they would like for everyone to believe it happened. There is way more to this story than mere coincedence. Why do you think that there are anon's out there who are so angry with me for bringing this thought out in the open. I have even been threatened by some who I beleive are involved.
You talk about sensationlism, this is it! Is it about facts or is it about fiction? What, if you can't make a case with facts then you make it with fiction? No wonder it is so hard to get others to believe.
[ This Message was edited by: Carey on 2003-07-22 19:38 ]
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