Mr. Buckmaster,

Thank you so much for inviting Alan Williams and Eric Schumacher on your show this evening. It was inspiring to know that we as filmmakers have a voice in our community in a well respected forum, such as your show.

Thank you, Tina Huerta Independent Filmmaker

Thank you for interviewing these 2 fine film makers! I have had the privilege to work with them and I have high hopes that we will succeed in getting the film industry a good restart here in Arizona! -Aaron, Grip/PA volunteer with RobEric Media

Thank you for interviewing these local film makers! I have had the privilege to work with both of them and I believe that they can get the film industry revitalized here in Arizona. -Aaron, Volunteer Grip/PA

Great interview! I've worked with Alan Williams and Eric Schumacher and they are definitely committed people to revitalizing the film industry here. Thank you for having them on your show!

I have known Alan Williams all his life and he has always been dedicated to producing and directing the best films possible. I am pleased that he is working to revitalize the film industry in Arizona, something that has been long overdue.

This was really an eye-opening interview on the state of the film industry here in the state. I really hope things can be turned around. Keep up the good work guys!

I hope this works out. Perhaps, with success, actors may begin to get paid for their craft. Here's to hoping!

Sounds like a great idea. Good luck with everything!

NIce one...i really wish you look...prove to the big companies that film making can be done anywhere...if you can get the investors you will suceed

It's been nearly 15yrs ago when we tried to get support to build a huge soundstage/film production facility on the far west side. It fell flat, but we still have the preliminary design if needed. The TCC isn't an adequate facility, and localizing film processing could save huge production costs, and import substantial business. The west location was intended to optomize Ryan Field access, and land availability/affordability. It also affords less rail & jet noise interferences. Steve Kozatchik is an advocate for returning the Film Industry, and it is only logical. L.A. is one big slum, that has to touch up sky shots to make them blue, and Canada has some real weather issues to deal with. We have EVERYTHING NEEDED! Go get em' boys!

Zona-wood! Way to go guys. Gotta get the message out there. Enough "blue skying" of the way it was...Old Tucson in it's heyday, yeah 50 years ago.

Let's show 'em ALL that Tucson has, not just the desert view. There is such a diversity of talent/genres here that EVERYTHING needs to be supported. Due to the "old school" way of thinking, everybody's got their hand out, "gonna make a killing when the Hollywood boys come to town". It's not happening. Yes, incentives for LOCAL businesses to support LOCAL artists, LOCAL government supporting LOCAL productions.

Good luck, and best wishes...for all of us!

This interview presents a good overview of the topic. Eric and Alan are hard-working, motivated individuals who share a passion for independent cinema. I have the privilege of playing a supporting role on their first joint project, a science-fiction Web series. The professionalism and commitment displayed by every member of the cast and crew are extraordinary. This series is going to be a tremendous success and I ask everyone to watch it after its premiere. Thanks for your support. (Thank you for inviting Alan and Eric onto your show, Mr. Buckmaster.)

The important story is that there are more feature films being made here than before the fire, and most of those get sold for distribution. Investors for those films often make a profit. And, there are many more projects from outside of Tucson that come here each year - commercials and corporate videos to feature films, many of which provide good pay to locals who connect themselves to those gigs. Many local and state officials do support the film business - especially the Tucson Film Office. Yes, a strong incentive program would be nice, but what other industry considers that an entitlement? Let's just make it happen ourselves. We should all stop settling for making no-budget films and raise the money to pay our people. To the extent the Eric and Alan intend to do that, I applaud them. Tucson IS becoming a productive film center. More positive exposure of that side of the story is needed.

I am a Professional Makeup Artist for over 20 years here in Southern Arizona, and host a photography event company, I have worked with Alan on an amazing project of his a few years back. He is dedicated and committed to his art as all of us other artists in Arizona continue to be. Unfortunatly, many of us are having to abandon our career aspirations and projects due to the lack of work in this state. There are so many people so very talented here in Arizona, Lets get busy and take care of our own with more opportunities, funding and positive attitudes !!

u know im here for you guys if you need me !

Great interview. Please support these guys and get involved. Support your community and be proud.

A friend just sent me the link to this program. It’s exciting to see the stirrings of a revived film industry in Tucson. Your guests are right about how valuable it can be to the whole community to have films made here again. And there’s certainly no lack of talent in the Tucson area!

Thank you for a terrific and thought-provoking segment.