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Creator Johnny Hunter on March 16

I watched the BBC4 release this weekend and enjoyed it immensely. It was perfectly pitched and well worth the wait. Loved the human interest approach to the reunion and found the Costello comparison echoed arguments with friends made in the (rather distant) past. Well done on the Springsteen interview and thanks for exposing the new material. The clock had stopped in 1980 and its been good to catch up. You've done a good job!

Creator Gregory Marchelos on March 12

Mr. Gramaglia,

I earnestly and sincerely retract and am sorry for the vitrol of the past weekend.

If Graham is in tow with however you are going about getting this project done, then who am I to b*tch and moan? He was, is, and will always be the focus of the fervor expressed on these pages, and I am thankful that you undertook this task of getting him due respect and cred.

Again, please accept my apologies.

Creator Joanna Spock Dean on March 11

Wow, people get angry. As long as you and GP are OK, that's all that matters in the end. Can't wait to see the finished project, whenever it's finished. Once again, thanks for making this film.

Creator michael k. mantlo on March 10

HANG IN THERE, MICHAEL! I was one of the earlier "impatient ones", but I've come to understand all the problems/setbacks you've overcome over these last few years, and I think the final cut of the film is OUTSTANDING! Your passion for GP's work is obvious, and this film is a wonderful tribute to a man who has persevered in his quest to put forth only that which he, himself, deemed to be "good enough". You guys make a pretty good team! I WISH YOU (and Graham, of course) ALL THE BEST, and am hoping the film will be a SMASHING SUCCESS!

Creator michael k. mantlo on December 25

While I don't find the Springsteen addition being worth this long wait (in my opinion, he's kinda morphing into the same things said about GP in the film....his time has passed), the new footage with the Rumour, and the cleaned up performance clips really make the film shine! In simple terms, Michael.....YOU DONE GOOD! A fine tribute to an outstanding artist! Here's hoping this receives the highest accolades (which it truly deserves)!

Creator Mike Allen on December 24

Just watched this final version and, Michael I think you did something good.
Thank you.
Well that's my Xmas present.
Much enjoyed.

Creator John Howells on December 23

I just watched the final version of the film, and having seen the first cut from back when, I see they are two entirely different films. Not only is the content almost entirely different, but so is the tone. I have an opinion as to which I think is the better version, but I'm not saying. Both are great, but i definitely prefer one over the other.

Creator Daniel Theodore on November 26

I saw Graham and the Rumour's first show on the tour, last Saturday night in Tarrytown, NY. Absolutely one of the best concerts ever. Great mix of old and new material. The Rumour rocked! GP has always been one of my favorite acts, but this was amazing.

NOW I'M EVEN MORE PSYCHED ABOUT THIS FILM!

Creator Andrew Ritwo on August 22, 2012

Thanks for the updates and link to the new GP & The Rumour song. This only further whets my appetite for the DVD. I am greatly looking forward to it and am sure that it will well be worth the wait.....

Creator Brian Peterson on August 21, 2012

Thanks for the update. It's worth the wait. I don't understand why some people are complaining about the delays. They shouldn't be in kickstarter. Don't let the buggers get you down Michael!

Creator Christophe Bernard on July 14, 2012

I moved house, so where can I notify the change of address,

Creator paul spurdle on June 5, 2012

I moved house, so where can I notify the change of address,

Creator jack kelly on May 30, 2012

Can you provide an update, Michael?

Creator Bill Nemec on January 16, 2012

Real excited about the Apatow movie, and patiently awaiting the final cut of the GP film!

Creator Dave O'N on December 5, 2011

I got my 'rough cut' as promised, and it is fantastic. Our film (yes 'our' film) is coming along great, and we can thank Mr. Gramaglia for taking such care in its creation. I actually envy those who chose to wait for the final version, as I know it is going to be an even better, fuller and more complete picture of GP than the current draft. I look forward to happily paying to see the final cut when it is ready.

Creator Larry Ekstrand on December 5, 2011

Hi Michael, Will we be able to see the finished product by Christmas?

Thanks

Creator Ken A. on November 29, 2011

Since it's been nearly 3 months since the last update from Michael Gramaglia, I thought it might be nice to get an update as to where things currently stand. Would it be possible to give the supporters an "ETA" for the finished DVD, or if that's not possible, at least some sort of explanation for the ongoing delay? I'd like to have a comprehensive documentary, but at the same time, this has dragged on for so long that I no longer know what to expect with regard to receiving the final version of the DVD.

Creator Tom Cravens on November 6, 2011

I want to thank you for allowing me to have some role in the making of this film. It's simply brilliant! It gives me a much clearer understanding of Graham Parker the man. You can bet I'll be pre-ordering the finished cut when it finally becomes available. I can't wait to see what you've shot from his reunion with the Rumour. What an amazing ending that will make to an already wonderful film! Best of luck in getting it out there and in receiving the accolades you so richly deserve.

Creator david dorenfeld on November 3, 2011

when can i expect to receive my copy?

Creator Andrew Hitchen on November 1, 2011

Michael just watched the DVD received today and as one of the silent majority patiently waiting for this to arrive can I just say it was well worth the wait the film is great!! Many thanks I wish you all the success in the world with this project. GP has been part of my my musical life for the past 35 years and I have followed every twist and turn over that time. The GP revival starts here!!!

Creator Susan Erlichman on October 31, 2011

I just had the opportunity to watch the DVD received last week (thanks!!) and want to offer a heartfelt congratulations to Michael on his wonderful film. It’s very well paced, beautifully edited, and takes the high road in telling the story of this extraordinary yet underappreciated singer-songwriter of our time. Wonderful to see how great GP still looks and sounds; good thing, ‘cause I see a new audience discovering him sometime soon – in no small part as a result of the tremendous love, effort and talent displayed in "Don't Ask Me Questions." Let's raise our glasses to Michael's achievement thus far, and share a virtual toast to his finishing the film and getting a great distribution deal. Thanks & Kudos!!

Creator Maureen Garner Ritter on October 28, 2011

Mr. Montio- I will be glad to personally send you a refund so you can apply it to something that you feel might be worthwhile-perhaps an ant farm or some Cruex for your condition.

Creator Jerry Leibowitz on October 28, 2011

Since everything in the gp world seems to be changing so fast, I am wondering if the theme of the movie has changed. Last we heard, the theme was that GP agreed to go commercial through Primary Wave. Or that Springsteen liked GP. As someone who has seen gp solo many times in the dark days when the five losers were trying to figure out why you were filming poorly attended shows in dinky places, I was uncomfortable with both of these concepts. My sense was that the real reason the movie was being made was that GP was so great even though so few people were listening...the Black Francis line in the original clip. I suggest you go back to the beginning, the false fame of the rock star then the undiscovered genius of our time...now it can end with his receipt of an oscar for best song, if the world finally agrees to cooperate. The theme is ...same GP through it all!

Creator michael k. mantlo on October 21, 2011

Unbelieveable! Once again, Michael, you seem to have no regard for the people that provided you the financial support you needed for the film. Here we have yet another unfulfilled promise....."so you can expect it within weeks".....that e-mail was sent September 8th. I guess, technically, ~7 WEEKS~ is still "within weeks", huh? HOW ABOUT SHOWING US SOME RESPECT?? Get it together, and get the copies of the film to us ASAP, or at least have the decency to give us some HONEST ANSWERS as to why you can't, OK?

Creator Anders Bergqvist on October 21, 2011

What happened to the rough cut version?

Creator jon flemming olsen on September 18, 2011

Did anyone of those of us who decided on the rough cut version already received his/her DVD?

Creator Robbie Watson on September 9, 2011

I"m from souf London, sold GP his Guild acoustic at Take Five music shop Shaftesbury Avenue London at 6'clock on a dark London night. Guess he just got his advance from Polygram.
Did not know who the fuck he was... Later found out!! My nemesis!
From same part of UK! Looked alike! Saying same things!! Another story!
Was close to the STIFF crowd and many great players involved.
So relax... Sit back ...many years have passed! When this film is ready..It;s ready.
Luv GP hate the fact he covered all the songs on my list!
Whatever! hats off to Gramaglia...at least he is paying attention!
Cheers
Robbie Watson
/ Shepherds Bush. Home of the Who/Sex Pistols. Kensington Pub!(Holland Pk). Ducks Deluxe etc!

Creator Kevin and Rhonda McKeever on September 8, 2011

This is all I can tell you: My wife and I plunked down $1,000 to be "executive producers," and we've gotten everything promised outside of the DVD for what are now obvious reasons. We got the T-shirt, poster, went to NYC for premiere, saw the film, meet GP and 3/5 of the Rumour (my dinner mate was the very charming Martin Belmont), etc. We also met Michael and his brother and they are certainly very passionate about this project and GP. It's worth the wait.

Creator John Howells on September 7, 2011

You're still going on about this? GP knows the truth. Everything's fine. Calm down.

Creator michael k. mantlo on September 7, 2011

Hi John Howells......Why don't you want GP to know the truth?
To everyone else that feels as disgruntled as I do..... I agree that this "new news" is fantastic, but it doesn't change the shabby treatment from Gramaglia. I am no longer willing to wait for any "new & improved" film (and the "anticipated" release for this new Apatow film is not until June, 2012--IF it gets released.....never a guarantee in this business). I supported the ORIGINAL documentary, and I would really like to have a copy of it before I depart this Earth! It's what we have been promised (again, and again), but those promises just seem to keep getting broken!

Creator Garret Savage on September 7, 2011

Here's a link to the MusicFilmWeb.com article all about the film:

http://www.musicfilmweb.com/2011/09/graham-parker-rumour-apatow-music-film/

Creator John Howells on September 7, 2011

Please don't flood grahamparker.net with complaints, as Michael Mantlo suggests. I will just delete them as they come in.

I have been dying to tell someone about this news, but I was sworn to secrecy :)

Creator Tom Cravens on September 6, 2011

Well I am floored! No wonder Michael wants to hold off competing the film. This changes everything. EVERYONE needs to check out Steve Goulding's interview at the link below. Do it now and any doubts you may have had will be instantly evaporated! When I read that there were some big events coming up in Graham's career, I had no idea.......

Creator MusicFilmWeb on September 6, 2011

GP news at MusicFilmWeb.com as we talk to Rumour drummer Steve Goulding about upcoming projects.

http://www.musicfilmweb.com/2011/09/steve-goulding-graham-parker-mekons-music-documentary/

Creator MusicFilmWeb on September 5, 2011

Happy to wait, looking forward to seeing it in its final form.

Creator michael k. mantlo on September 1, 2011

Hey all.....Judging by the silence on this blog, I assume that none of the supporters who requested the "rough cut" of the DVD have received it yet (as I also have not). I have just sent an e-mail to GP alerting him to Michael Gramaglia's disingenuous actions. I urge ALL of you to do likewise through this link: http://www.grahamparker.net. use the "questions" tab to send comments to GP (or his team), and maybe we can actually get something done (for once)!
And Michael.....before you (or Katherine) go ballistic on me again, try to understand that we, GP's fans & supporters, don't begrudge you your quixotic fixation on creating the "perfect film".....we just want to enjoy the project that we all happily contributed to. You promised to send "rough cut" DVD's to those of us that didn't want to wait any longer......that's all we're asking for. Please honor your commitments.

Creator george faulkner on July 29, 2011

The situation Michael is in sounds all too familiar for a film project of this genre. So common for a documentary -- that the subject has some involvement with -- to go through final stage enhancements. I have no problem waiting for the finished directors cut, and I totally understand. Documentary film making is hell. I appreciate your efforts Michael.

Creator Tom Cravens on July 28, 2011

I'm thankful that Michael took the time to add some exciting new footage to the film (such as the Springsteen interview and Rumour reunion). I'm also happy to hear that GP is working on some exciting new projects, which I'm certain to be following with great interest. However I think we need to draw a line between the film as a historical document and Graham's continuing career. This is why I would prefer to receive a copy of the DVDs that were already ordered. I may regret this choice later, but if so I will simply buy a copy when it becomes available as a commercial release. I don't feel like I'm being "jerked around" and I honestly believe Michael wants nothing more than to release the best possible film about a great artist whom we both admire.

Creator michael k. mantlo on July 28, 2011

Is anyone else out there as perplexed as I am about the way this whole thing has gone down?
I've been going back and forth with Katherine (Michael's assistant?) in e-mail, and really feel as if my chain is being jerked mightily.
I think it's time this gets brought out into the open in this "comments" section, so we can all join in the discussion.
I'm totally dissstisfied at this point, and am wondering how many other backers feel the same way?
Please log in, and make your feelings known.
I'm sorry Graham, but what should have been a wonderful tribute to your career seems to be turning into a cynical farce.

Creator Kevin and Rhonda McKeever on July 25, 2011

Willing to wait for the final cut. Got the T-Shirt a week back. Looks great.

Creator btwalters on July 23, 2011

I'm happy to wait. I'm glad new doors keep opening to add to the film. I signed up to see the best documentary made about a great and under appreciated artist. Just wish I could do more, I'm among the 23 % underemployed, underemployed, discouraged etc so my contribution however small was a stretch. Keep on searchin' for that fool's gold ;-}
. - Ben

Creator Gordon Booth on July 19, 2011

My T shirt arrived today,all the way to Perth in West Australia,very much overdue,but very much appreciated also.I hope the movie goes well,congrats to everyone who put in to make it happen,even more so to Michael and his team.Well done! I'll wear my shirt with pride,
Gordon

Creator Jerry Leibowitz on July 4, 2011

I think I speak for many "donors" when I say that the trinkets are OK but that is not why we gave. Many among us believe that GP is among the greatest artists of our age and it is sad that he is not better known. His work has inspired me and captivated me and I think he could do that for many others with the right push, which I hoped this movie might do. Now the focus sems to be on the trinkets...to borrow a phrase...Spanish Boots from Spanish Leather.