Post by Totems4jt on Jul 9, 2008 7:49:22 GMT -5
Jay Tavare
Feb 11, 05 - 6:34 PM Answer For SingleMom.
SingleMom Asks...
Hello Jay,
I've been "holding back" on asking questions -- didn't want to "wear out my welcome". So, if you can't answer all of them (I'll understand).
(1) I don't know a thing about "the industry", so please tell me, is there much difference filming a movie like "Unbowed" vs. the made for TV movie "Into the West"?
(2) Thinking back on "Unbowed", is there anything you would have changed about Waka Mani's character?
(3) Last but not least, I have often wondered if actors find the love scenes awkward and as a professional how do you prepare for them? Are there "special" love scene coach's or is it the director who calls all of the shots
OK, I've asked enough. Thanks for your time, patience and consideration.
Peace,
Jay Writes...
Hello SingleMom. Into the West was shot no differently than a Motion Picture that would be released on the Silver Screen. In fact, there are 6 two hour films and each is directed by a different talent. In many ways "Migration" had a bigger budget than Unbowed and the production was on much grander scale. I have worked on many large budget Hollywood A-list films but it's not the size that matters, LOL, but the content and the appeal of the film.
Waka Mani to me was the last of his kind when Indian warriors walked freely and they were truly enlightened beings who understood and respected the Earth in ways that is hard to fathom with our modern-day, right-brain-dominated thoughts. We shot Unbowed under extreme conditions and many of the scenes where one or two takes so as an actor you can always second guess yourself but it is what it is, and I believe it holds it's own magic with all it's flaws.
Love scenes are never easy or comfortable. Unbowed's love scene was born in the mind of Nanci but we shot it at almost arctic conditions and it was one of the most challenging scenes I have ever shot. I know looking at it you cannot tell but we could only shoot for about a minute or so before both Tembi and I would have to stop because we could not stop shivering! I had a Love sense with Kerri Russell in Into The West and we shot that on the second day we had met. It's never easy to create intimacy when you hardly know your partner. A good director always helps but in the end it is up to the actors to create the moment and bring the magic to life. It helps if you like your partner just a bit. LOL.
I want to thank you for the awesome gifts, I really enjoyed the picture. Thank you for all your endless work on my behalf. Have a wonderful Valentine's Day.
Jay.
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Roma
Feb 11th, 2005 - 6:56 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
AWESOME for SINGLEMOM!!!
Your Valentine's will Forever Shine!!!
Jay, you are the Greatest!!! Yes, many actors say the same thing about the love scenes. You are VERY GOOD if you can make love an "artform" under those conditions! Keep up the fantastic "artform!"
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Shy girl
Feb 11th, 2005 - 7:30 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Jay withdrawal decreasing
What a relief
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Terri
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:48 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Good questions, SM! After hearing Jay talk about the freezing conditions when filming the Unbowed love scene I wonder if you'll be able to watch it quite the same way again! LOL
Funny how the reality of filming scenes is far, far different than the product, isn't it? Here you have two strangers (in essence) and they have to make YOU believe that they are in love. That's so opposite of real life. It isn't like people meet for the first time and start to lock lips, except for every Saturday night in bars around the world! OK, maybe it IS like real life (LOL), but what I'm trying to say is it's just one more reminder of the ultimate illusion that is created by a camera. Sheesh, THAT was painful!
Thanks Jay, for making a Tribal V-Day appearance! Nothing like a little Jay-Fix! Hoo Yah!
Terri
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Singlemom
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:03 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Hi Jay,
Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer my questions. I am very honored.
I'm sure that the rest of the Tribe were also happy to receive further "behind the scenes" enlightenment into your past & present film projects. We always enjoy the opportunity when you share private glimpses into "your" world as an actor which gives all of us another chance to marvel at the diversity of your talents.
From the sound of it -- to be an actor takes lots of stamina and hard work and Hollywood certainly is just not all "glamour & glitz". To be able to shoot under extreme weather conditions also says something about your professionalism, dedication and endurance --needless to say -- to be able to get a scene right in one or two takes further signifies that you are very good at what you do.
It is always my pleasure to help promote one of the greatest actors on the planet who continues to strive for perfection. Besides, thanks to you, Mr. Tavare; I'm truly enjoying this journey. It brings me many smiles and the opportunity to meet some really good peeps.
Happy Valentine's Day to you also and wishing you much love , peace , hugs and abundant blessings ,
Always -- "Big Sis",
~Singlemom~
P.S. As you go forward and beyond to fulfill future endeavors, hoping that your portrayal of Chief Prairie Fire in "Into the West" brings you much success!
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Marilyn
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:41 AM RE: Too Cool, Chief!
Holy Smokes, Chief Jay, you're an even better actor than we all believe! Thank you so much for sharing with us the way that your do. You know you have all our best wishes for your future success. Like the song says, we'll "--be in the wings, we'll be cheering for you!"
Take care! Much love and peace, always.
M.
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Shuandalyn
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:59 AM Re: Too Cool, Chief!
Way to go Jay!
Single, great questions! I know you're on a high right now!
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Chocolate Kiss
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:04 PM RE: Answer For SingleMom.
Shine on Mr. Tavare !!!!!!
Congradulations Singlemom...and fellow Jaybirds, we got our fix for the week.
Kiss Kiss
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Claire Valencia
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:35 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Hey Singlemom-
What great questions!!! These are things we have all wondered about-thanks for asking and I know you are so thrilled Jay answered. This man is truly a class act!
Jay- thanks once again for giving us such valuable insights into your craft. You are a helluva guy-and your acting is awsome. 'Can't wait to see your love scene with Keri Russell-as well as the entire episode (smile). I would never have guessed you and Tembi were so cold when you guys looked so very hot!!!
Luv ya Jay--Happy Valentine's to our favorite guy!!!
C.V.
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Heart a`Fire
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:09 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
SM, Those were some good questions! Since alot of us don`t really know how the members of the film industry create a reality of us, its always interesting to find out how a thing is done. I`m always reminded of the horror movie-title escapes me-that used 55 gal black Hefty Bags to create their "Chamber of Horrors". And, Thanks Jay, for providing an insight on how that particular scene did happen BEHIND the scene.
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Christi
Feb 12th, 2005 - 9:37 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Singlemom,
I know you are so pleased to have J.T. answer your questions. Thanks for asking the ones you did.
J.T.
You and Tembi did an even more amazing job than anyone thought before. I've always wondered how actors do those scenes. LOL Let me echo my thanks to you that others have already given.
Happy Valentine's Day, and much Love!
Christi
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Dazzle
Feb 12th, 2005 - 11:35 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Dear Jay,
Thanks for a glimpse into your world.
It's a reminder that movie-making isn't as glamourous as some would like to believe.
You did a great job in those 'extreme' conditions.
The love scene was poetic and beautiful in it's sincerity and tenderness.
Even with you freezing your tush off on that roof Jay(LOL), you're such a good actor,no one would've ever guessed.
I imagine Singlemom is thrilled !!!!!!!
Dazzle
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Miss Davis
Feb 13th, 2005 - 4:27 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Yea!!!
A Valentine's Day "Jay"- fix!
Good questions, Single Mom. . .
Jay, thanks for your insightful answers!
Holler!
Miss Davis
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Toosie
Feb 14th, 2005 - 1:50 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
SM:
Excellent Questions and Jay most impressive answers. I would never have guessed that you and Tembi were frozen as you definetly heated the screen! What an awesome acting job!
Jay, thank you for taking the time to answer questions -- I really enjoy reading them.
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Fontenel
Feb 15th, 2005 - 4:56 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Singlemom great question
Jay baby cold need of a warm blanket/body on top of the roof,hmmm, let me see, let me see. Damm it man ...My mind went there Peace to you Jay and to you Singlemom...Fontenel
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sami
Feb 15th, 2005 - 1:41 PM Re: Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Wow! my appreciation for your work is super duper up in the air right now, circling somewhere near the outter regions of Pluto! I now have a better appreciation for everything you do....including intimate scenes. *smirk*
And yes, it must be totally hard with a stranger. hehehe. tee hee. me bad.
*slaps own hand*
Cheers,
sami
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Renee
Feb 15th, 2005 - 5:31 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
LOL, Sami- ur bad!
Congrats, Singlemom! Those were some great questions.
To Chief Jay, I'll just co-sign on what everyone else is saying.
I hope everyone had a happy valentine's day!
Have fun,
Renee
Feb 11, 05 - 6:34 PM Answer For SingleMom.
SingleMom Asks...
Hello Jay,
I've been "holding back" on asking questions -- didn't want to "wear out my welcome". So, if you can't answer all of them (I'll understand).
(1) I don't know a thing about "the industry", so please tell me, is there much difference filming a movie like "Unbowed" vs. the made for TV movie "Into the West"?
(2) Thinking back on "Unbowed", is there anything you would have changed about Waka Mani's character?
(3) Last but not least, I have often wondered if actors find the love scenes awkward and as a professional how do you prepare for them? Are there "special" love scene coach's or is it the director who calls all of the shots
OK, I've asked enough. Thanks for your time, patience and consideration.
Peace,
Jay Writes...
Hello SingleMom. Into the West was shot no differently than a Motion Picture that would be released on the Silver Screen. In fact, there are 6 two hour films and each is directed by a different talent. In many ways "Migration" had a bigger budget than Unbowed and the production was on much grander scale. I have worked on many large budget Hollywood A-list films but it's not the size that matters, LOL, but the content and the appeal of the film.
Waka Mani to me was the last of his kind when Indian warriors walked freely and they were truly enlightened beings who understood and respected the Earth in ways that is hard to fathom with our modern-day, right-brain-dominated thoughts. We shot Unbowed under extreme conditions and many of the scenes where one or two takes so as an actor you can always second guess yourself but it is what it is, and I believe it holds it's own magic with all it's flaws.
Love scenes are never easy or comfortable. Unbowed's love scene was born in the mind of Nanci but we shot it at almost arctic conditions and it was one of the most challenging scenes I have ever shot. I know looking at it you cannot tell but we could only shoot for about a minute or so before both Tembi and I would have to stop because we could not stop shivering! I had a Love sense with Kerri Russell in Into The West and we shot that on the second day we had met. It's never easy to create intimacy when you hardly know your partner. A good director always helps but in the end it is up to the actors to create the moment and bring the magic to life. It helps if you like your partner just a bit. LOL.
I want to thank you for the awesome gifts, I really enjoyed the picture. Thank you for all your endless work on my behalf. Have a wonderful Valentine's Day.
Jay.
____________________________________________________
Roma
Feb 11th, 2005 - 6:56 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
AWESOME for SINGLEMOM!!!
Your Valentine's will Forever Shine!!!
Jay, you are the Greatest!!! Yes, many actors say the same thing about the love scenes. You are VERY GOOD if you can make love an "artform" under those conditions! Keep up the fantastic "artform!"
____________________________________________________
Shy girl
Feb 11th, 2005 - 7:30 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Jay withdrawal decreasing
What a relief
____________________________________________________
Terri
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:48 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Good questions, SM! After hearing Jay talk about the freezing conditions when filming the Unbowed love scene I wonder if you'll be able to watch it quite the same way again! LOL
Funny how the reality of filming scenes is far, far different than the product, isn't it? Here you have two strangers (in essence) and they have to make YOU believe that they are in love. That's so opposite of real life. It isn't like people meet for the first time and start to lock lips, except for every Saturday night in bars around the world! OK, maybe it IS like real life (LOL), but what I'm trying to say is it's just one more reminder of the ultimate illusion that is created by a camera. Sheesh, THAT was painful!
Thanks Jay, for making a Tribal V-Day appearance! Nothing like a little Jay-Fix! Hoo Yah!
Terri
____________________________________________________
Singlemom
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:03 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Hi Jay,
Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer my questions. I am very honored.
I'm sure that the rest of the Tribe were also happy to receive further "behind the scenes" enlightenment into your past & present film projects. We always enjoy the opportunity when you share private glimpses into "your" world as an actor which gives all of us another chance to marvel at the diversity of your talents.
From the sound of it -- to be an actor takes lots of stamina and hard work and Hollywood certainly is just not all "glamour & glitz". To be able to shoot under extreme weather conditions also says something about your professionalism, dedication and endurance --needless to say -- to be able to get a scene right in one or two takes further signifies that you are very good at what you do.
It is always my pleasure to help promote one of the greatest actors on the planet who continues to strive for perfection. Besides, thanks to you, Mr. Tavare; I'm truly enjoying this journey. It brings me many smiles and the opportunity to meet some really good peeps.
Happy Valentine's Day to you also and wishing you much love , peace , hugs and abundant blessings ,
Always -- "Big Sis",
~Singlemom~
P.S. As you go forward and beyond to fulfill future endeavors, hoping that your portrayal of Chief Prairie Fire in "Into the West" brings you much success!
____________________________________________________
Marilyn
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:41 AM RE: Too Cool, Chief!
Holy Smokes, Chief Jay, you're an even better actor than we all believe! Thank you so much for sharing with us the way that your do. You know you have all our best wishes for your future success. Like the song says, we'll "--be in the wings, we'll be cheering for you!"
Take care! Much love and peace, always.
M.
____________________________________________________
Shuandalyn
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:59 AM Re: Too Cool, Chief!
Way to go Jay!
Single, great questions! I know you're on a high right now!
____________________________________________________
Chocolate Kiss
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:04 PM RE: Answer For SingleMom.
Shine on Mr. Tavare !!!!!!
Congradulations Singlemom...and fellow Jaybirds, we got our fix for the week.
Kiss Kiss
____________________________________________________
Claire Valencia
Feb 12th, 2005 - 7:35 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Hey Singlemom-
What great questions!!! These are things we have all wondered about-thanks for asking and I know you are so thrilled Jay answered. This man is truly a class act!
Jay- thanks once again for giving us such valuable insights into your craft. You are a helluva guy-and your acting is awsome. 'Can't wait to see your love scene with Keri Russell-as well as the entire episode (smile). I would never have guessed you and Tembi were so cold when you guys looked so very hot!!!
Luv ya Jay--Happy Valentine's to our favorite guy!!!
C.V.
____________________________________________________
Heart a`Fire
Feb 12th, 2005 - 8:09 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
SM, Those were some good questions! Since alot of us don`t really know how the members of the film industry create a reality of us, its always interesting to find out how a thing is done. I`m always reminded of the horror movie-title escapes me-that used 55 gal black Hefty Bags to create their "Chamber of Horrors". And, Thanks Jay, for providing an insight on how that particular scene did happen BEHIND the scene.
____________________________________________________
Christi
Feb 12th, 2005 - 9:37 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Singlemom,
I know you are so pleased to have J.T. answer your questions. Thanks for asking the ones you did.
J.T.
You and Tembi did an even more amazing job than anyone thought before. I've always wondered how actors do those scenes. LOL Let me echo my thanks to you that others have already given.
Happy Valentine's Day, and much Love!
Christi
____________________________________________________
Dazzle
Feb 12th, 2005 - 11:35 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Dear Jay,
Thanks for a glimpse into your world.
It's a reminder that movie-making isn't as glamourous as some would like to believe.
You did a great job in those 'extreme' conditions.
The love scene was poetic and beautiful in it's sincerity and tenderness.
Even with you freezing your tush off on that roof Jay(LOL), you're such a good actor,no one would've ever guessed.
I imagine Singlemom is thrilled !!!!!!!
Dazzle
____________________________________________________
Miss Davis
Feb 13th, 2005 - 4:27 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Yea!!!
A Valentine's Day "Jay"- fix!
Good questions, Single Mom. . .
Jay, thanks for your insightful answers!
Holler!
Miss Davis
____________________________________________________
Toosie
Feb 14th, 2005 - 1:50 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
SM:
Excellent Questions and Jay most impressive answers. I would never have guessed that you and Tembi were frozen as you definetly heated the screen! What an awesome acting job!
Jay, thank you for taking the time to answer questions -- I really enjoy reading them.
____________________________________________________
Fontenel
Feb 15th, 2005 - 4:56 AM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Singlemom great question
Jay baby cold need of a warm blanket/body on top of the roof,hmmm, let me see, let me see. Damm it man ...My mind went there Peace to you Jay and to you Singlemom...Fontenel
____________________________________________________
sami
Feb 15th, 2005 - 1:41 PM Re: Re: Answer For SingleMom.
Wow! my appreciation for your work is super duper up in the air right now, circling somewhere near the outter regions of Pluto! I now have a better appreciation for everything you do....including intimate scenes. *smirk*
And yes, it must be totally hard with a stranger. hehehe. tee hee. me bad.
*slaps own hand*
Cheers,
sami
____________________________________________________
Renee
Feb 15th, 2005 - 5:31 PM Re: Answer For SingleMom.
LOL, Sami- ur bad!
Congrats, Singlemom! Those were some great questions.
To Chief Jay, I'll just co-sign on what everyone else is saying.
I hope everyone had a happy valentine's day!
Have fun,
Renee