hi guys, as you probably know we had a limited run of movie in Los Angeles in Nov. It was in the Encino area in the Valley (nice town along the 101 freeway that's on the way to San Francisco). i thought you might enjoy a couple of pictures and some feedback from the run. i'll keep you posted when we expand movie in 2009! have a Kool weekend, Anne-Sophie PS: if you'd like me to include your own comments on movie, send it to me on my website
"Faded Memories" follows hearts being broken by love and strange circumstances but it is a touching story that is well acted, directed and photographed so it manages the struggle to the Top of the Hill (meaning 5 stars)." (Devra Hill, broadcast film critic and member of the Broadcast Critics Association)
"I found the story to be both engaging and compelling and the performances were impressive. I thought the love story was believable and I liked the unconventional structure of the narrative (the past and present sequences were effectively interwoven.) It has a handsome look and the production quality is good." (Emily Moss, Marketing Associate, Imagination Worldwide, LLC)
"Faded Memories is a wonderful film that appeals to people of all ages. It is astonishing that it is written and directed by a very talented 16-year old! And, by the way, this 16-year old also stars in the film and is a convincing, natural actress. The cast is strong and believable. The story is honest, thought provoking and real. Anne-Sophie's filmmaking career is off to a terrific start." (Jeff Wald, former News Director at KTLA TV Los Angeles superstation)
"The pic's most unique quality... with so many movies made by adults to tap into the imagined fantasies of teenagers, it's interesting to see one that comes straight from the source. Tech credits are solid." (Andrew Barker, Variety)
"At 16, Anne-Sophie is an AMAZING actress/writer/director/producer... I can't wait to see her work at age 26, 36, 46, or even next week. She is truly a filmmaking force to respect." (David Pires, award winning Actor)
I really enjoyed the screening of your movie. As you know I was the first publisher in Germany who printed a fantasy book series from a 13 year-old-girl. So it was only a matter of time, that a young girl like you wrote, directed and played in a Movie from her own generation. Who else would be able to reflect problems youngsters face better than themselves, as the view of the next generation is quite different.I was in the movie business myself many years before I became a publisher. As I saw your movie, I compared it with the likes of 'Thelma and Louise' and I believe your movie can appeal to a wide audience and become a cult hit. (Kurt Stellfeld, Publisher, Gryphon Books, Germany)
It is my pleasure to congratulate you on the expert craftsmanship and fine work that came together to produce a delicate, engrossing, and moving film, Faded Memories. To comprehend the idea that Anne-Sophie, a talented actor-writer-director, wrote this film at fourteen, and then directed and starred in it at sixteen, is a major achievement even for A-list Hollywood heavyweights such as Mel Gibson, Clint Eastwood, and Kevin Costner. The only woman who comes close to that is Barbara Streisand who has a track-record of credible and successful films that she has starred in, directed, and produced. Which goes to show, that this talented newcomer is already approaching the big leagues.
I’m sure that not only does she have a great and long career ahead of her, but I’m aware that she has already written her second feature, Blue Winter, and is fast at work putting together the pre-production to shoot this film. I have seen Faded Memories several times, and in my opinion, having worked in the film industry for many years, I can’t think of an acting-writing-directing debut of a young woman or man that comes close to this, other than Tatum O’Neal winning the best supporting actress Oscar for Paper Moon at ten years old! And that was just for acting!
Faded Memories expertly brings you into the sad and lonely world of teenager Cassandra (played by Anne-Sophie), as she goes through her journey to healing and wholeness. Along the way, she has to confront and triumph over a demeaning and deceitful guardian Aunt Maggie Mae, and when she falls in love with a young man, Lucas, they find themselves having to battle the forces of an outside society that does not want to see their love fully realized. It is a beautiful, character-driven drama.
The character arc that Anne-Sophie’s Cassandra travels through over the turbulent landscape of this dramatic love story, is wonderfully assisted by a seasoned and talented cast of both gifted newcomers and old pros as well. The end result is a completely compelling and satisfying movie of redemption and love—partmystery, part love story, but in the end a wonderful tale of intrigue and healing as told by talented newcomer, actor-writer-director Anne-Sophie. (Frederick Keeve Producer-Writer-Director-Actor)
"Anne-Sophie is a phenomenon. Her performance denotes a disarming
maturity and depth. If you are interested in watching the first movie
of potentially one of the next best director of our generation, watch
Faded Memories. In her movie, Anne-Sophie gracefully juggles lightness
and profound transformation. She is unequivocally a very promising
talent to follow closely." (Marie-Josee Cantin, Attorney)
" A breakthrough insightful film depicting how true love can break all barriers. I truly loved this film and its idea in its entirety. Rarely do I go see movies twice, but this one was the exception. Anne-Sophie truly expressed her character and made her world ours. As someone who is a true movie buff, I highly recommend this movie to anyone who could appreciate a great story line with innovative characters." (Sol Regwan, Optometrist)
"Faded Memories is a film deeply rooted with emotion and
complexity. Each character has a story within themselves
that brings the full story to life with love, danger and
ultimately, the freedom of one's self.
Cassandra is a lost soul trying to find herself in the world
but feels like no one can truly understand her. The
character has so many layers of emotion which are
portrayed throughout the film so strongly that
the audience is able to connect themselves to her
and feel her every emotion.
Faded Memories is like no other film I have seen. On the
outside, it seems very simple and precise, however on the
inside in the story itself, the complexity of it is extremely
intriguing and beautiful to watch". (Nicole Chittle, 17, Toronto, Canada)
"Dear young Sophie,
Your movie was a breath of fresh air. Confusing at times, present, future and past intersecting thorough out. Some of it looked like the creation of a troubled imaginative young girl, and I almost expected it to be a true story. The search for real love and stability by the aunt collide with the look for financial stability by the boyfriend's mom and created a tragic collusion.
I think the love story, was more about love & hate. There was something very young, naive, yet troubled about the movie, and it made me switch sides, between anger but also sympathy towards the worry mom because I am a mom, and sympathy towards the young couple because of my faded memories of my own teenage love stories." (Nava Skolnik, ConcreteCreationsLA.com)
"This is a movie that was very insightful, a touching yet dramatic story, intriguing, a story that drew the audience in revealing something new as the story evolved. Realistic and tasteful cinema, time well spent." (Neil Silverman, Producer)
"The story of Faded Memories has a very good conflict and plot. This movie is a very sad drama, it made me cry and I would rate Faded Memories an A!" (Tara, 12, Culver City, CA)
"Anne-Sophie is an extremely talented young director; her sense of relationship between the essence of youth and nature is uncanny; I love the way she has conveyed young love as associated with water - the waves at the beach, the stillness of the lake, the joi de vivre of a water balloon fight, the cleansing glee of the rain. All of these scenes are my favorites.
The casting was also excellent - all very talented actors ably crafting their characters to support the progressive angst of the young girl. Anne-Sophie's portrayal of a "girl gone mad" is very believable, and her scenes with her co-star, Lucas, are tender, innocent and awkward, as well they should be.
I am looking forward to Anne-Sophie's next film. Considering all of the talent she has applied to the making of Faded Memories, it is certain to be another remarkable work of cinematic art." (Jane Leonard, Office Administrator)
An outstanding Labrynth of a film...
by classic_thriller_movies (movies profile)
"Anne-sophie is one of a kind director who has inspired people through out filmmaking.
"Faded Memories" rocks the town of Los Angeles. This is a labyrinth of a rare love story from a unique director (from Yahoo movies)."
"I have seen this film in Los Angeles, It's the most impressive feature film I have ever seen from someone that was 16 years old. I don't know if she understands how inspiring she is and how the passion she has towards her dreams effect and rub off on those around her. She has been an inspiration in my life, and will continue to inspire others." (Michael Carberry, Film Director)
"With Anne-Sophie's excellent writing, this film really brings out the depth and true emotion of love. And it really means something. This is a movie that can't be missed." (Lillian, 11-year-old middle school student, Los Angeles)
WITH MY CO-STAR BROCK KELLY (Above)
WITH MATT PROKOP of High School Musical 3 (Below)
Cory "Mr. Safety" Williams, his fiancee and actors Johnathan Zabawa and Everton Lawrence (cast of Faded Memories!)
