January 30, 2014
by corinna | Jan 30, 2014 | 2013 MFF, Films, MFF 2013, The Films |
Filmmaker: Kadshah Nagibe
Film: I Ride A Triumph, 1st annual MFF Short Film Official Selection, 2013
Q: What’s the film about, and what inspired you to make it?
A: Andy Shaw’s love of riding and his custom 2009 Triumph Thruxton motorcycle. Er…I don’t remember (what inspired me), but I’ve been shooting people on two wheeler’s for a long time I just enjoy doing it.
Q: Have you made any other films, and If so, is there a common theme throughout your films?
A: I’m an independent filmmaker living in NYC. I’ve made one other motorcycle short called “The Emblem” which can be viewed HERE and I also made a few short scooter videos which can be viewed on my Youtube page.
Q: Do you ride a motorcycle?
A: Yes all year unless it snows. The two times I went down on my bike was while riding in the snow. I’ve had two Triumph Bonneville bikes, a 2003 and a 2007. The crank shaft on the first bike went kaput and I replaced it with the 07 which runs great. I’ve always wanted to own a Triumph. I would love to have a vintage bike but I don’t have a garage to store it and I wouldn’t want to leave it out on the street. I also love the look of the old the Norton, Victory and Indian bikes.
Q: As a filmmaker, what about The MFF and motorcycle films in general speaks to you?
A: I love what you guys are doing. It’s about time someone stepped forward to do this.
Q: Have you had a chance to attend the MFF yet?
A: Yes my film was in the 2013 MFF line-up thank you for screening it.
Q: What’s next for you as a filmmaker?
A: Well I have an ambitious idea for a motorcycle film in 2014 but that will depend on if I can get a crew together to help me out I’ll see.
isit Kadshah Nagibe’s website: sweetproductionmedia.com
January 23, 2014
by corinna | Jan 23, 2014 | Films, MFF 2013, The Films |
Filmmaker: Mark Macinnis
“Rick Monahan has dedicated his life to vintage BMW motorcycles. He didn’t watch Easy Rider, he lived it. Rick’s passion for these bikes sustained him from bad ass teen shooting down Route 66 to opening his own indie garage in order to “pollinate Western L.A. with as many BMW’s as possible.”
Q: What inspired you to make this movie?
A: Rick Monahan was the inspiration behind making this film. Vintage bike owners know that finding a good mechanic is like finding gold. Anyone who’s met Rick will tell you what an honest and great guy he is. I wanted to do something special to honor him.
Rick gave up his day job at 50 because of his obsession with old Beamers. He’s really more of an artist with these vintage bikes; he lives in his shop with a hundred or so on hand to keep him going. As he says, he’s busy “pollinating the streets of LA as many vintage BMW’s as he can”.
Q: How did you find the MFF?
A: I was looking for an interesting festival online and I came across the MFF. I could tell from the MFF website that it was a festival fueled by a passion for the motorcycle culture. I was also excited to be a part of something new and respected the crew that was making this up and just going for it.
Q: Have you made any other films, and if so, is there a common theme throughout your films?
A: In 2011 I made a film called URBAN ROOTS. It’s a documentary about the urban farmers in Detroit. Like Urban Roots, Black Kat was made out of my connection to the people and the subject. Because films are so hard to make, I’m only going to do something that I believe in. So far the common theme throughout my films are people in unique situations doing what they love at any cost.
Q: Do you ride a motorcycle, and If so, tell us a little about what you ride, and why?
A: Yes, I do ride. I have a 1975 BMW R90 and a 1969 BSA Star Fire
The reason I ride has evolved over the years. About 10 years ago I bought the BSA because I was broke, so I started riding because of my financial situation. Once I got into it the feeling and memories of riding dirt bikes on the trails with my brother would come back constantly. And the smell of gasoline would remind me of my dad. It was a means of transportation but also a mental time warp that brought back some amazing memories.
Now the bikes are pure joy. They give me my Zen when I’m riding and when I’m wrenching on them. Motorcycles also open me up to meeting amazing friends and having experiences that I would never have had otherwise.
Q: As a filmmaker, what about the MFF and motorcycle films in general speaks to you?
A: The MFF reminds me of the Sex Pistols… they’re just doing whatever they want and that really resonates with me. They’re doing it the right way and with the right people.
Q: Possibly impossible question: Favorite bike movie?
A: My favorite motorcycle movie is Motorcycle Diaries by Walter Salles. I saw this film just as I was getting back into riding. Anyone who has spent some serious time on a bike can appreciate that desire to take off in search of something. It has everything, an amazing Norton, adventure, great cinema photography, beautiful soundtrack and social justice tied to the film, a great combination.
Q: What’s next for you as a filmmaker?
A: I just produced a multimedia iBook based on Rick that’s available on iTunes. The iBook features my film Black Kat, old photos and advice from Rick. See the book HERE
October 1, 2013
by Jack Drury | Oct 1, 2013 | Awards, Films, MFF 2013, Recaps |
After a whirlwind of a week and a day to breathe, we’re finally down to the 3rd day recap. Saturday was by far our “most ambitious” day of the festival with 3 screenings, awards, and a party at 2 venues over the course of 13 hours.
The day started with a breakfast screening of “I Ride a Triumph” and “The Salt Ghost: Return of the Nitro Express” at Over the Eight. Our weary, possibly slightly hungover attendees trickled in one by one to eventually pack the room and partake in some nutritious concoctions. We were super lucky to have filmmaker Kadshah Nagibe from “I Ride A Triumph” in attendance to answer a few questions about his film and making bike movies in general.
After the screening our host Paul, knowing no limits to his boundless energy, absolutely gushed over our pal Greaser Mike‘s incredible Triumph. I’d try to list all the insanity Mike’s packed into this bike but it’d take me 3 whole posts. Let’s just sum it up as the world’s sickest pre-unit, 5 speed, 750 Triumph. Just go to Greaser Mike’s Triumph, 5speed, 750, pre-unit build thread on ChopCult for the details
Of course, at a motorcycle film festival there’s always gotta be one bike needing a bit of help to get on its way to the next screening… a few minutes later she was up and running again with some help from a few friends
Then we threw filmmaker Eric Tretbar in the Ural and headed over to Saint Vitus for the 2 final screeenings, including his feature narrative, ‘Girl Meets Bike‘.
Eric was joined by “Loaded Gun Customs: Bucephalus Build” filmmaker Kyle Pahlow for the screening and the post-show Q&A was fascinating. Hearing both filmmakers rap about their very different experiences and reasons for making their films really added some perspective on just how varied and passionate the motorcycle filmmaking community is.
(photo by JP, The Selvedge Yard)
After the packed final screening of “The Build” and “White Knuckle: The Story Of The Motorcycle Cannonball“, we had another great Q&A with White Knuckle filmmaker Brian Darwas and then it was on to the awards.
We had the pleasure of handing out amazing trophies for our film categories provided by Biltwell and upholstered by our very own Corinna and Via Meccanica, the people’s choice and best in festival trophies made by 2nd Stroke Mopeds, and an extra special prize provided by Revzilla to some very deserving filmmakers. Stay tuned for a post announcing all the winners!
Then it was on to the party with MFF Award winning filmmaker Brian Darwas, and Scrapers.
And the ‘best damn punk rock band in Brooklyn,” Foster Care rocking a double drum assault for the first time ever. With our friend Harry of Almost Ready Records spinning solid jams for the rest of the night, the 1st MFF closed out in style.
September 30, 2013
by Jack Drury | Sep 30, 2013 | Films, Judges, MFF 2013, Recaps |
How can a Friday morning start off badly, when you get to hop on the BSA and the Ural Side Car rig and throw on custom Biltwell helmets, hand painted by the team over at Indian Larry Motorcycles?
Friday morning, before the screening, we were able to make a little time with the 2013 Judges to gab, and do a little 2014 planning. We cannot wait to unveil the coming year’s updates. Sign up for blog posts by email to keep yourself in the know. Theres a sign up button over on the right –>
(photo courtesy of Lady Hump)
The 6:30pm screening of the short film Black Kat, followed by the narrative feature The Best Bar In America played to a packed house at Saint Vitus, and the response to the films was wonderful.
Everyone was crazy about this year’s merch. If you didn’t get a chance to pick up an MFF skull logo, shirt, or a Adam Nickel designed shirt and poster, check out the online store. We’ve gotcha covered.
The after party was a blast with DJ Sommer Santoro of Black Gold spinning vinyl, and bands, Wailin Storms, Liquor Store and Tombstone Brawlers killed it. So good!
then it was off to bed, to get up and do it all again Saturday. Thanks to everyone who came out!
August 24, 2013
by Jack Drury | Aug 24, 2013 | Films, MFF 2013, Submissions |
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(Peter Fonda filming Dennis Hopper on the set of Easy Rider)
As last day of submissions comes to a close, The MFF would like to take a moment to thank all of the amazing motorcycle enthusiast filmmakers who submitted their films in the 1st annual MFF. This festival is by riders for riders, and it is only because of your contributions that we have one to host. Thank you for making motorcycle films, and for being a part of what we hope will be the first of many years of MFF.
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(Dennis Hopper shooting Easy Rider with Lazlo Kovacs)
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