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November 07, 2002
That's a Wrap!
First of all, I got it. I screwed up my courage, and told Isaac that Anne and I were introduced to our wedding reception to the Theme From Shaft, and asked him if he’d mind signing my CD.
“Are you kidding me?! I’d love to!”
I had to hold in a girlish squeal of delight, but somehow I managed.
We walked to my dressing room, and on the way, he told me how much he loved Star Trek, and how excited he was to be working with me.
I really couldn’t believe it. I mean, people tell me that they love Star Trek all the time, and these days they usually aren’t following up that admission with, “but I really hated you, jack ass. Now get off my lawn, and take your umbrella with you.” But still...hearing from someone who I really admire that he admires me back...well, it was great.
Now I know that I’ve really beaten this horse to death, buried it, dug it up and beaten it again, so I’ll stop.
Today was the last day on the movie, and I approached it the way I always do when a project is over: with a mixture of relief and sadness. Relief because I know that I’ll be returning to a normal life again. Relief because I know that the movie is completly out of my hands, now, and I can let go of the character.
Sadness, because I’ve formed very great friendships with my fellow cast members, and with the crew, and we’ve all created this little world which we’ve lived in for the duration of the production. We all know that we’ll be leaving this world, and it’s a one-way road out.
I had a wonderful time on this picture. The hours were long, the work was demanding as hell, and it feels like it was over as quickly as it started. But the crew was wonderful. They were the hardest-working bunch of dedicated artisans I’ve worked with in years, and I will forever cherish this experience.
The cast was amazing. They assembled a fantastic group of performers, who all worked their asses off to bring this script to life. Their character choices were clear, and their commitment to bringing them to life never wavered.
As the days go on and on, it’s easy to get tired, and fall into a “let’s just get the shot” trap, and compromise on performances. I hate it when that happens, but it does, from time to time.
I’m happy to report that I never felt that way on this picture. We had this amazingly dedicated cast and crew, and we were all lead by a wonderful director.
I am incredibly excited to see this finished product, and I haven’t felt that way in years.
Lots of people have asked about my back. I spent the whole morning Monday flat on same, watching
Dogtown and Z-Boys on my iBook at the set (holy shit--what a great movie!) and I think it really helped. Lots of water to keep my muscles hydrated, focus on correct posture, lots of stretching, and Tiger Balm made the difference. I’m back to about 90% tonight.
Finally, today is my 3rd wedding anniversary (w00T!). Thank you to everyone who wished us well today. Tommorrow, I will be leaving for a weekend with my kick-ass wife, so there won’t be any updates until Monday.
Have a great weekend, everyone.
dude, i hope you win an emmy
Posted by: Alana at November 7, 2002 10:19 PMI'm glad you finally asked Isaac for the autograph! Nothing sucks more than having a "once in a lifetime" chance and not taking it. Too cool man.
Happy anniversary! Have a great weekend
Posted by: SnakeBite at November 7, 2002 10:22 PMOh and one more thing... although I tend to avoid PAX like it was radioactive, I'm really looking forward to seeing this movie. :)
Posted by: SnakeBite at November 7, 2002 10:24 PMAfter 17 years of marriage, I can tell you this - the wives of Linux geeks possess a special patience ...
Congratulations to both you and Anne, and many, many more.
Posted by: Tony Steidler-Dennison at November 7, 2002 10:25 PMHey Wil, thanks for sharing with us nobodies your experiences on the set. It's really neat to have the inside scoop! The more of your blog I read, the more I realize you are just like us.
Except that I'm pretty certain you didn't have pictures of me hanging up on your walls when you were a teenager.
Posted by: keri at November 7, 2002 10:27 PM
Tiger Balm...now I haven't heard that stuff since
I was a kid...(grown up in Asia). Amazing stuff,
ain't it?
Oops! Happy anniversary!
Posted by: Tabby at November 7, 2002 10:40 PMHappy anniversary, Wil! Hope your back feels better. I'll be watching for your movie when it makes it here to Canada!
Posted by: Kathryne at November 7, 2002 10:42 PMOh, thank god - you got the autograph.
Posted by: belinda at November 7, 2002 10:42 PMHappy anniversary, Wil and Anne, and many more! I've been married for 15 years and engaged for 2 before that. Times can be tough or tender, but you seem to have the dedication and passion to make this relationship work for the long haul. My best wishes to you both!
Posted by: kazfeist at November 7, 2002 11:01 PMcongratulations on the movie, and even more, congratulations on your anniversary... a marriage is hard work, but the effort appears to have paid dividends...
love is such an awesome thing, young grasshopper :)
Posted by: travelgirl at November 7, 2002 11:02 PMHAPPY ANNIVERSARY WIL AND ANNE!!!!!!! May your marriage always be filled with love and respect for each other till the end.
Posted by: Marie at November 7, 2002 11:05 PMCongrats to Anne and yourself, and also for your work on the film. When you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, so does The Posse. Keep digging up (and re-burying, and re-digging, and re-burying) stuff if it makes you feel good. There's nothing wrong with that.
Posted by: Reena at November 7, 2002 11:13 PMHappy Anniversary Wil and Anne!!! Here's to many, many more!
Posted by: Edie at November 7, 2002 11:30 PMWell done on getting the autograph. Took guts...
Happy anniversary and have a glorious weekend.
Marriage is like a good wine, it gets better with age.
(she said after 8 years of the stuff)
Congrats congrats! Firstly on finsihing the movie, it's always great to walk away from a project knowing you gave it your all . . and more importantly, on your anniversary! You guys deserve the best!
Oh, and props on getting that autograph!
Posted by: Erin at November 7, 2002 11:31 PMHappy Anniversary!
(and almost as importantly, congratulations on getting up the courage to get that autograph- that's a hard thing to do with someone you admire)
Posted by: kelly at November 7, 2002 11:42 PMCan't wait to see the movie, Wil, and happy anniversary!
Posted by: Vela at November 7, 2002 11:42 PMCongradulations on your wedding anniversary. I hope you have many more happy years together.
I personally have been married for 13 years, 3 kids and two on the way.
I hope the two of you find the happiness we have and last a very long time.
Congratulations on your wedding anniversary.
Wish you all the best.
So... did he ask for your autograph too? ;)
A mundane question for you... is it normal for the shooting of a movie to be only two weeks? I always thought it was much longer than that.
And may you and Anne have a wonderful anniversary weekend.
Posted by: Sunidesus at November 8, 2002 12:03 AMWell dude... Happy Anniversary!!!
Posted by: Patty at November 8, 2002 12:22 AMYay!!
Wil is happy and all's well with the world.
Happy anniversary.
Posted by: NickW at November 8, 2002 12:26 AMDude, that used to be a HORSE!?!
;)
Congrats on the anniversary and the autograph.
Congratulations on all accounts, Wil! :)
Posted by: Angelwwolf at November 8, 2002 01:13 AMA joyful anniversary to you both!
Posted by: Nic T at November 8, 2002 01:44 AMcongrats Wil and Anne!!!! =D
Posted by: suzy at November 8, 2002 02:09 AMHappy Anniversary, Wil and Anne. Have lovely weekend.
Looking foward to see your film, if it ever makes to the UK
Happy Anniversary!
Wow, you can seriously wrap up acting on a movie in like 2 weeks? I thought those kinda things took months...
Happy anniversary and congrats on wrapping up the new movie!
Posted by: Shannon at November 8, 2002 04:31 AM[Loyal Order of Water Buffalo=WILLIAM TELL OVERTURE]
Happy Aniversary, Happy Aniiversary, Happy Anniversary.... HAAAApe-ann-i-ver-sa-ree!
[/Loyal Order of Water Buffalo]
Hey Wil-
Happy Anniversary to you and Anne!
Congrats on getting the autograph from Isaac, and for what he said to you. :)
I, too, thought a movie took way longer than 2 weeks. Can you tell us when it will be on?
Last but not least, I'm glad your back feels better- I told you that Tiger Balm stuff works wonders! :) Have a great weekend!
Love, Alicia
www.thewagband.com
Congratulations on three happy years. Hope they keep on coming just as good.
Are you going to scan your new autograph for us all to see? Maybe garner some 'cool-by-association'?
PS: Stand By Me is on TV here now. Fucking AWESOME movie. Any cool stories from that movie that you want to share with us?
http://www.startledfrog.com/beretwearingelitist/
Posted by: Katie at November 8, 2002 04:53 AMCongratulations, Wil, on finishing the movie and on your anniversary with Anne!
I'm a little sad that the movie is over, because we somehow got you to post something to your blog every single day of the shoot. Now that you're less busy again, we probably won't be hearing from you as often. ;)
Posted by: Marne at November 8, 2002 05:10 AMHappy Anniversary, you two!!
Posted by: Ward at November 8, 2002 05:14 AMhey dude....happy anniversary! i hope there are many more to come! congratulations. I hope you had a FAB weekend! well done on the movie, and more importantly on the autograph! Can't wait to see them both!!!!
xxx
Congratulations on 3 years Wil and Anne!
Have a WONDERFUL weekend!
Posted by: Tammtamm at November 8, 2002 05:25 AMCan't wait to see the movie! Have fun on your weekend! Glad your back is feeling better! w00t!
Posted by: Anne at November 8, 2002 05:27 AMHave a terrific, wonderful, magnificent, superb, breathtaking, amazing, astonishing, fantastic, great weekend!
Jessica
Posted by: teahater at November 8, 2002 05:35 AMWoo! Movie Finished! Woo! Autograph!
Woo! Anniversary!
What a productive week for Mr Wheaton.
Congratulations on all three.
To the Bliss-Mobile! Away!
Posted by: EnglishBen at November 8, 2002 05:39 AMHappy Anniversary late. Thanks for the laugh too, I can only imagine you barely keeping that "WEE!" inside. :)
Posted by: Ness at November 8, 2002 05:46 AMHAPPY ANNIVERSARY Wil & Anne!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Stargazer at November 8, 2002 05:49 AMRockin'. Your feeling on leaving reminds me of when I roll off a project after completion (I am a programmer for a consulting company).
I look forward to seeing it. I hope that I can find someone to tape it for me or else digitize it as I have neither a TV nor PAX :-D.
Happy Anniversary!
Posted by: Grimicus at November 8, 2002 06:02 AMHappy Anniversary, Will & Anne.
Wil, for your back, you might want to ditch the Tiger Balm and try Ammeltz (search for it at www.mypharmacy.com.sg). You can find it at Chinese pharmacies too. I haven't personally used it (knock wood), but know many people who swear by it (people who used to swear by Tiger Balm).
-Glenn
Posted by: Mowin' Man at November 8, 2002 06:06 AMH A P P Y A N N I V E R S A R Y ! ! !
Posted by: Nadia at November 8, 2002 06:14 AMHey Wil, congrats on the autograph.. I still think you should have went for his half eaten bread crust though. Here's a really dumb question, and I hope I don't get laughed off this web site but can somebody please tell me what movie he just finished? Please? Thanks a bunch, and I hope you have a happy wedding anniversary.
Posted by: Tiffany at November 8, 2002 06:23 AMWil, if you didn't get the autograph, you would have faced the prospect of hundreds of us monkeys teasing you for the rest of your life. The thought was too painful, right?
Happy Anniversary! And Happy Wrap, too.
Posted by: loretta652 at November 8, 2002 06:24 AMHappy Anniversary!
Posted by: Anna Trueblood at November 8, 2002 07:21 AMWil,
Congrats on finishing the movie and on your wedding Anniversary. You got it all going for ya this week don't ya MR!...lol take care Wil.
best wishes to you and Anne on a special day......
Matt......
Posted by: matt at November 8, 2002 07:38 AMHere's to wishing you many special moments with your loved ones. :) Take care Wil!
Posted by: Artisticspirit at November 8, 2002 08:19 AMlet's see... *flip* *flip* no worries, it probably wouldn't have will been a "once in a lifetime" opportunity, anyway. within normal quantum variance, of course.
happy anniversary!
Posted by: drow at November 8, 2002 08:44 AMWil,
Happy 3rd anniversary and many more. Good job on finishing the movie and getting that autograph.
Bend your knees and not your back.
FG
Posted by: Fabian at November 8, 2002 08:54 AMYou played it much cooler than I would have. I'd have asked Ike to pose for a pic for me to put on my blog, and oh yea, would he mind wearing this chef's hat?
Posted by: 3L at November 8, 2002 08:57 AMCongratulations on your anniversary/ wrap/ autograph.
Tiger Balm is the bomb, or the balm, or something like that. It must be used with extreme caution though, when applying to the leg and thigh regions. Misapplication of Tiger Balm can result in excruciating pain, questioning of the existence of God, and internet searches for Dr. Kevorkian's home number. On the other hand, it makes you appreciate life more.
Anyway, have a good weekend and anniversary.
Posted by: Sweet Andy G at November 8, 2002 09:44 AMHAPPY ANNIVERSARY WIL and ANNE!
(yeah, I'm shouting)
And now, back to your regularly scheduled comments.
Posted by: R. Moose at November 8, 2002 09:49 AMDoes anyone else get the mental picture of Isaac on "The Actors Studio" 8-12 years from now...
James Lipton: And now we come to South Park. *Thunderous applause* Would you say it for us, Isaac?
Isaac: "Hello, Children!"
James Lipton: (Quietly) Hey, Chef.
*MORE THUNDEROUS APPLAUSE* from the audience.
Ok, maybe it's just me. :)
And to make your weekend even more special, the traditional 3rd wedding anniversary gift is leather.
Posted by: Fred Fowler at November 8, 2002 10:27 AMHi Wil
As a former (and future?) actor, I really enjoyed your "journal" during the filming of this movie. I finally have a reason to watch the PAX network (sorry Billy Ray Cyrus)!
Enjoy the website daily--keep up the good work.
Rob (26)
Posted by: Rob at November 8, 2002 10:40 AMHappy Anniversary Wil and Anne!
Posted by: ratboy at November 8, 2002 11:05 AMCongrats, on finishing the movie, and happy third anniversary Wil and Anne
Posted by: Terry at November 8, 2002 11:06 AMShaft! They say that cat Shaft is on bad mother... Shut your mouth!
Posted by: ratboy at November 8, 2002 11:11 AMSo the question remains..who did the politically active Wil Wheaton vote for in the midterm elections?
CJF
Best wishes and happy anniversary to a guy who loves his wife. Three years will just be a blip in the radar of your happy life together. Enjoy the ride!
Posted by: zara hemla at November 8, 2002 11:43 AMHappy 3rd Anniversary! I hope you have many, many more!
Posted by: Cathleen at November 8, 2002 11:54 AMI'm looking forward to seeing the movie, Wil. Happy anniversary! :-)
Posted by: SpiderWebb at November 8, 2002 12:47 PMOk JOHN was wrong for that!I think he was reminiscing about his mom again! OOPS I am wrong for that too! But anyways Happy Aniversary!That movie was a quick one huh? Tell us when it is about to air please I always seem to miss those things....Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Candace at November 8, 2002 12:53 PMCongratulations on your anniversary. Now when can we expect a little bundle of joy for the two of you? I think it would be neat to see a little you on t.v. someday.
Posted by: Donna at November 8, 2002 01:28 PMJohn was boning his mom,sister and little brother 2 years ago, he was no were near CA. I hope this does not spoil Wil's weekend, when he comes home.
Posted by: Terry at November 8, 2002 01:37 PMSo, us non-acting types always wonder about the finances of all this. We know Bruce Willis pulls in millions of dollars per film, but what does the star of a PAX made-for-TV movie get paid for his work? Is it, "enough to pay for this months groceries", or "like getting a really nice holiday bonus", or "this should cover me for most of next year", or "Anne, you know that Porsche parked at the dealer down the street . . . "
Just curious.
-David
Posted by: David Rubino at November 8, 2002 03:18 PMCONGRATULATIONS!!! Hope you have/had a great weekend.
I have a question about making movies, is this a typical amount of time it takes to shoot a movie or does it usually take longer? Yes its a totally geek question but I want to know. Thanks
Posted by: Patrick at November 8, 2002 04:00 PMYeah, congratulations to both you and Anne. Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by: angry penguin at November 8, 2002 04:02 PMBlue Stuff Works Too!!!
-Give it a chance I have ex-athelete type muscles-
First of all, happy anniversary to both of you!
Second of all, happy anniversary!
Third of all, happy anniversary! I hope you two stay so happy together you almost can't stand it!
Fourth, I hope Isaac Hayes tracks you down and showers the two of you with more gifts than you know what to do with!
Fifth, I hope the movie you just finished kicks your acting career back into warp drive where it rightfully belongs--and that it STAYS in warp drive (warp factor 10, to be precise!)
Sixth, I hope that Patrick Stewart either tracks you down ala Mr. Hayes, or that he is awaiting you on your return with even MORE gifts!
Seventh and finally, I hope those jackanapes who treated you so miserably on STTNG are forced to come to you on their knees and BEG you to be in the next STTNG movie (if there is one)--ON YOUR TERMS!!--and that you give them a DOUBLE dose of their own medicine!
And now, as Captain Picard would say, "ENGAGE!"
Happy Anniversary!! You deserve a nice weekend with Anne after all that =)
Enjoy It Will!
Posted by: Anna at November 8, 2002 05:40 PMFuckin christ Wil, you actually have me looking forward to a movie on Pax. Kill me now.
Posted by: Dale S. at November 8, 2002 06:21 PMGreat work willy on everything - it sounds like a wonderful set to be on. My few experiences in student directed films in college were never as nice as you made this project sound.
I can't wait to see it when it hits PAX...guess I need to make sure I get PAX.
Happy anniversary to you and Anne, have fun and don't do anything I wouldn't do.
Posted by: Tim at November 8, 2002 07:31 PMHappy Anniversary! Hope you had fun on your special day.
Posted by: Michelle at November 8, 2002 10:22 PMHAPPY ANNIVERSARY, ANNE AND WIL!!!!!
:)
i don't want to answer for Wil, but TV movies take less time to make than feature movies.
Posted by: brendoman at November 8, 2002 11:33 PM Cant' wait to see this film!
And enjoy your anniversary. ^-^
Thanks brendoman for helping with my curiosity.
Posted by: Patrick at November 9, 2002 10:47 AMHappy Anniversary! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Eric at November 9, 2002 12:05 PMThank you Wil for sharing the details of this movie you've been filming. Some of them have been funny, some of them have been very personal to you, and I can't tell you how grateful I am that you've had the gonads to share it all with us readers. After reading your entries I am most excited to actually see the final product, and I look forward to seeing you turn out a steller acting performance!!!
God's blessings to you and your wife. You BOTH deserve the best!!!
Posted by: Ben Ragunton at November 9, 2002 12:21 PMHappy anniversary and weekend!!
Posted by: Agi at November 9, 2002 01:52 PMHappy Anniversary Wheatons!
Wil, you better let Anne stay on top, 'Cause you don't want any bad backs messin up your weekend!
Wil,
Once upon a time we had a little talk. I said I thought I smelled like old cheese and you rubbed my bald, black, numb pate. We became friends that day and we hugged a lot. There were no scripts, and there was no "I love Spock!" to confuse us.
I've spent some time thinking about what you told me. I will remember to brush my teeth. I will remember to walk the dog. I will spank Scotty. But, that is not why we cried that day in the rain. No, we cried because of the dust in the wind, not the pain in our hearts. Spock will never, ever touch my smooth, ebony, scalp like you did that day.
*sniff, sniff*
I hope that one day you will share our pictures with the world. But more importantly, I hope that you finally tell the world about the giant purple dog penis tattoo on William Shatner's back. Yes, and please share the pictures. We need them. We need them very much.
Damn your eyes, damn your eyes.
Posted by: TGPDPTOWSB at November 9, 2002 07:49 PMHappy Anniversary, Wil and Anne.
Congratulations on the movie and getting the autograph!
Sorry this post is late, spent the weekend enjoying myself by spending lots of money and being out.
Congratulations on your 3-year anniversary. I'd love to see the movie, Wil, but I don't get PAX, and i'm not sure what the Canadian equivalent is, or if they'd play it.
I'm glad you got the autograph from Isaac. Things like that happen all the time - you blow a "once in a lifetime" chance only to find out that some strange twist of fate gives you a second shot as if to say "Hey you stupid idiot, you were supposed to do it, now go back there and get it right this time".
Have fun this weekend.
Loyal Monkey #24601
Posted by: Ryan_W at November 10, 2002 08:27 AMwhy have i never come across your site before?? i will so be back... it's quite lovely x
Posted by: miss fee at November 10, 2002 09:58 AM'Grats! Hope your next 30 are twice as sweet as your first 2! :)
Posted by: diana at November 10, 2002 12:55 PMhappy anniversary...and many happy returns...may the love you get equal or exceed the love you give.
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I was into the skating thing in the late 80's, 15 years or more after the days of the Z-Boys, but it still reminded me of what it was all like for me.
The closest I get to it know is Tony Hawk Pro Skater. I only needed to fall off once on a rap to realize that I wasn't going to make pro, heh.
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