#88 - Reveille Revisited Featuring Bernd Wittenben

In this episode, I talk with Bernd Wittenben (Actor/German Advisor/Producer) about the WWII Independent Film, Reveille.

Topics Include: Reveille’s Distribution Strategy, Reveille’s Production Path, Bernd’s Passion for History, Accolades for the Film, Determining a Films Audience, Financing & Generating Interest for the Film, Prepping the Actors, Shooting Schedule, Using Live Rounds on Set, Rust Incident, Precautions Taken to Handle Weapons, Thoughts on Substance Use on a Set, Post Production Path, Public Relations Importance with Films, Movie Trailers, Practical Advice for Getting a Movie Made, Union Representation Issues in Iowa, Industry Impacting Changes, and more.

About Reveille

Synopsis - In November 1943, a group of American soldiers and their wounded German prisoners are forced to confront their mutual humanity after taking cover together following a skirmish in central Italy.

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Available on Amazon & Vudu on August 4th 2023

Connect with Bernd

About Bernd - Born and raised in Braunschweig, Germany, Bernd Immigrated to the US in 2012 and became a US Citizen in 2021. He is a trained machinist, graduated from German Train/Railroad Border Patrol/Special Forces in West Germany, and has a Masters Degree as Water Landscaper. In addition, he is also an Actor, Producer, German Dialect Coach and History Buff.

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References Made

Buffalo 8 - Click Here

Michael Akkerman (Writer/Director) - Click Here

Myra Miller (Researcher) - Click Here

Live Round Usage on Reveille - Click Here

Cooper Shine (DP) - Click Here

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