Brainwash TV pilot
Brainwash Films
Produced & Directed by Jesse Block; executive producer: Dave Krzysik
2001
The Octalouie team completed a pilot for the new television show titled BRAINWASH. Produced by the people behind the BRAINWASH MOVIE FESTIVAL, this new television series will showcase some of the most exciting new independent short films. Two of the talents currently slated to host this program include Hal Robins, whose credits include TNN’s “Conspiracy Zone,” the Sub-Genius organization, and numerous underground comic books, joined by Ed Holmes, a multi-faceted individual whose work has graced the San Francisco Mime Troupe, the First Church of the Last Laugh, and various motion picture/television endeavors. Jesse Block directed the pilot for this program, and executive producer Dave Krzysik is currently reviewing options for distribution.
Groove Is In the Heart!- the benefit concert video
Concert Vault LLC, executive producer Craig Larson
Produced & Directed by Jesse Block
2007
On January 18th, 2007, a group of world class artists performed to support the over 40 year-old Saints and Sinners Foundation, which provides grants to non-profit agencies focused on children. Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell & all-star band, The Werewolves, howled to the occasion with a band that featured such luminaries as Norton Buffalo, Narada Michael Walden, and Jimmy Dillon. The Octalouie team was there to document the event as a showcase for Quicktime.com. With a webcast produced by Craig Larson of Concert Vault LLC, directed and edited by Jesse Block, this event was captured for posterity in 16:9 HDTV.
THE SMITHEREENS – LIVE AT THE RED DEVIL LOUNGE
Concert Vault LLC, executive producer Craig Larson
Produced & Directed by Jesse Block
2007
Reuniting with the City by the Bay after too many years away, The Smithereens marked their return appearance with two sold-out shows at the Red Devil Lounge. Working in conjunction with Concert Vault LLC, the Octalouie team was recruited to produce a concert video of this very special event. Promoting their new release, a Beatles-inspired CD entitled “Meet the Smithereens,” this concert was a lively mix of their hit recordings, under-rated album tracks, and covers of songs known and loved by millions. With barely any room to move, Octalouie principals Block and Predoehl overcame sardine-like conditions to shoot some spectacular footage with four HDTV cameras.
This production was shown on CONCERT.TV, an on-demand television network that specializes in live performances, documentaries and unique originals for subscribers of Comcast, Cox, Insight, Charter and many other digital cable services.
A team of professional televisionaries