TOMORROW IS TODAY 
| Directed by: | Frederic Lumiere |
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| Written by: | Mark Hefti |
| Starring: | Scout Taylor-Compton, Mark Hefti |
| Country: | U S A |
| Created: | 2006 |
| Runtime: | 98 min. |
| Member: | lumiere |
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Average rating: 4.71 by 21 users
Film Description:
Synopsis
Greg Jerdon came to the beach with an intention. He would walk into the Atlantic Ocean, and never be seen again. He stares out into the vastness of the ocean, and with the help of his almost finished bottle of rum, he finally gathers the courage to do it. Young Julie Peterson has her own reasons for being at the beach so early in the morning, but today she spots Greg’s body washed up on the shore. Using what basic CPR she remembers, Julie breathes life back into the stranger’s lungs and resuscitates him. Is it possible to save someone who doesn’t want to live? Julie thinks so, and begins her quest to save this broken man emotionally as well. When word gets out around this small beach community about the “transient with a suitcase” lurking around the beach just as tourist season approaches, the local Chief of Police, Tim Berg decides to investigate. As Julie’s friendship slowly blossoms with Greg, he agrees to hide in a beachfront mansion she finds the key to. Julie’s family becomes concerned about her friendship with this man and tries to prevent her from seeing Greg. Discovering the truth about Greg’s past and what has brought him back to this beach forces everyone to reckon with their own hidden hurts and demons. In the end, however, even Julie can’t save one life that is precious to them all.
Forms: Feature
Genres: Drama, Romance, Independent
Screenings & Events
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: DIRECTORIAL DISCOVERY AWARD - WIN -
Providence, U S A
August 2006
Trimedia Festival
Film Festival
Awards: BEST OF FESTIVAL & AUDIENCE CHOICE: BEST FEATURE
Fort Collins, U S A
August 2006
Montreal World Film Festival
Film Festival
Montreal, Canada
August 2006
Cast & Crew
Bob Greening (Executive Producer), Frederic Lumiere (Producer (1st Feature), Director (1st Feature), Executive Producer (1st Feature)), Jennifer Eler Haubrich (Producer), Kevin C. W. Wong (Executive Producer), Mark Hefti (Producer), Serena Kokjer Greening (Executive Producer), Warren Draper (Executive Producer)
WritingMark Hefti (Writer (1st Project,1st Feature))
PerformanceDavid Brown (Supporting Actor), Ken Arnold (Supporting Actor), Luke Pennington (Supporting Actor), Mark Hefti (Lead Actor), Scout Taylor-Compton (Lead Actor), Warren Draper (Supporting Actor)
CameraKevin C. W. Wong (Cinematographer/DP)
Art DepartmentMarilyn Schlossbach (Production Designer)
Post ProductionFrederic Lumiere (Picture Editor)
MusicGuillaume Roussel (Original Music/Composer)
RepresentationJen Eler (Publicist)
The story for “Tomorrow is Today” came to me one day after having experienced the loss of a loved one. I was sitting in the sand, starring at the magnificent ocean when Greg and Julie’s story rushed into my mind like one of the powerful waves before me. The first thing I did was call my best friend Mark Hefti who immediately agreed to write it. He came to the Jersey shore to breathe and feel the storyand returned to Los Angeles to write it. One year later he’d completed this very powerful tale of loss, love and survival.
From the beginning the effect of this script on people was remarkable. It made it easy to get wonderful and talented people to join the project. Our DP Kevin C.W. Wong agreed to shoot it for deferred payment and even invest in the project. In fact, virtually everyone involved in this film agreed to dedicate their time and talent to make this story become a reality without upfront pay. And it took very little convincing. The story was that powerful.
The power of the story even traversed the Atlantic when in France Guillaume Roussell (who will in my opinion be one of the great film composers of our time) agreed to write and perform the score for deferred payment as well.
This film has been a magical experience for me because of the healing powers of the story, but also because it allowed me to work with some incredibly talented artists.
When some watch this film they cannot believe that it was shot for such a small budget with a $5,000 camera (Sony HVR Z1U). Even the manufacturers of the camera themselves are floored by the quality. But I cannot take credit for this. It is the result of a group of passionate and generous individuals who decided to give it their all for a story which was worth telling.
Hopefully you will find something in this story, which will help you view the world a little differently. If you need it, hopefully it will give you some hope.
Take care,
Frederic Lumiere
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TRAILER IN HD
Enjoy!
Frederic Lumiere
Frederic directing (sleeping) Mark
A DP & a Jib
Julie in bed
Julie at home
Julie in the car
Plugin the Jack
Higher the boom
Tracks on the beach
DP on tracks
Hiding From the Shot
Greg
Chief pulls Greg Over
Glide Cam on the Beach
Locked door
Curtis
Chief Berg
Bret tries to kiss Julie
Sunrise
A view of Normandy Beach
Police Car
Greg in the mirror
Greg pulled over
Julie on laptop
Painful memories
Warning Greg
Normandy_Beach
Julie_Greg
TOMORROW IS TODAY
Tomorrow is Today trailer Starring Scout Taylor-Compton & Mark Hefti
Ratings
ektoposmovie
An amazingly beautiful film! Superb directing, acting, writing and music! Will definitely pick up many more awards at festivals and really deserves to be in cinemas! Congrats!!
serenagreening
We really enjoyed the fresh new rising stars and the great story, filiming and music.
JohnnyRoses
Can't believe the quality of the picture, even more so after reading the director's statement. The trailer is very well put together - leaves you with the feeling that this is a very powerful story - definately leaves one intrigued.
notafraid
Looks great! Kevin C.W. Wong really made that camera sing. I saw this posted on DVInfo a few weeks ago as well and remember how impressed I was. Be sure to let us know the screening schedule.
Hatch
This movie looks cool!! I saw a clip on Myspace and the acting looks great! Plus the girl Scout is HOT!!
24 Comments about TOMORROW IS TODAY
Feb 10, 2008 11:42PM
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Feb 06, 2008 08:46PM
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Dec 02, 2007 10:11PM
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May 31, 2007 07:28AM
Well, most postings were about a year ago, but I only now learned of the completion of this film. Kudos to you, my now official "Philly Aver." I grew up in Lavallette and seeing some of the sights in the film brings back memories. I skipped stones by the Camden Ave. T-dock. I walked the dunes on the north end of town in the early hours. And I broke into summer homes during the winter to throw parties with the other locals. And the Lavallette Police had me in jail one night as well.
I learned of the filming through a friend, but missed the screening March 26 in Asbury. What can I do to see this movie? And I promise I won't bitch about combining scenes from Point and Lav. (I know that wooden bridge, too. Or was that the Clover Bridge?) It's all one big shore, baby, and I can't wait to see how you've captured what my friends and I used to dream about doing.
Apr 04, 2007 12:52PM
I can't get the trailer. Where I can see it ?
Thanks
DD
Mar 08, 2007 08:37AM
We would love to review your film!
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Feb 11, 2007 07:33PM
Very moving. It's productions like this that keep me inspired.
Jan 29, 2007 03:03PM
It is so wonderful
I like this movie
I am in love with it
Jan 29, 2007 01:30PM
looks like a great film.
Jan 16, 2007 12:39PM
If you have time, check out my film TRACES? I have made it temporarily available for free online. The link is on my TRACES blog page.
Jan 16, 2007 12:37PM
Very, very impressive trailer. Awesome! Good to hear that it is possible to get that kind of quality with a relatively inexpensive HDV camera. Wow!
Sep 28, 2006 12:04AM
this one I really want to see!
Trop fort!!!!
Aug 24, 2006 04:28PM
Congratulations on a beautiful film Frederic and Mark! It was wonderful to meet you both at Rhode Island and we wish you all the very best :)
Congrats also on picking up the award - there will surely be many more of those to come!
Best wishes, Lisa & Ben
www.elevatemovie.com
Jul 28, 2006 11:27AM
I think most people would like to make a movie, YOU have done that. Congratulations.
Moviemaker.
Jul 25, 2006 11:16AM
Saw your film, really good stuff, good film, good performances!! Check out my buddy's film and comment!!!
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Jul 24, 2006 06:19AM
I'm very happy with your stroty. It's very close to the humankind.
Tina.
Jun 29, 2006 10:10AM
Awesome! How did you put your trailer on your Audience?
Jun 27, 2006 12:28PM
Incredible trailer. It's simple story paired with stunning visuals and an emotional undertone - I like this a lot!
The world needs more movies like these.
May 26, 2006 02:01PM
lets view exchange.
May 25, 2006 11:28AM
Very intriguing storyline. Save the whale!
May 20, 2006 12:42PM
Wow, looks great!
May 20, 2006 09:16AM
Nice job, can't wait to see it.
May 19, 2006 01:18PM
Thanks annalee,
We just completed the film and are now exploring next steps (festivals/distributors).
We will make sure to let you know when we have firm dates and locations.
May 19, 2006 11:09AM
Incredible movie! Ms. Taylor-Compton is a gem, and Mr. Hefti as always shows off gorgeous eyes and versatile talent. When does this come out?
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