This is part two of my interviews with the crew who worked on our House Hunters International episode. My last post includes interviews with the Director and Producer (link here). As I explained before, House Hunters International is an incredibly popular show worldwide, but we often don't stop to think about the folks behind the scenes who make it all happen. Our crew was great! Friendly, professional, and fascinating people who have a ton of travel experience and have been to some really cool places on the job. Keep reading to learn a bit about them. Anthony Smith, Sound Engineer Website anthonygreysmith.com How did you, get into film? When I was 13 or 14 a friend showed me a VHS movie he made, and I was just inspired by the ability to edit and tell a story, so I worked all summer at the Oregon coast aquarium in Newport Oregon and saved my pennies and bought a camera. What is the craziest place, circumstance, or story you experienced while working in film? Working with special ops covering the war with ISIS in the Middle East. Antarctica was crazy too, but beautiful. One place you have always wanted to go for work? The Galapagos, and I missed out on Mike's Easter Island trip. (See below) One piece of travel advice? Or one thing you always bring when traveling? Don’t stay at an all inclusive. Dream project? Make a movie or documentary How many House Hunters/House Hunters International episodes have you done? Maybe a dozen or more at this point Is there one contributor (episode subject) you will never forget? Good or bad. No need to name names. We worked with an Elvis impersonator. Worst thing about Mexico? Mexico is awesome. Best thing about Mexico? Fresh fruit. Plantains and mangos! MF Cormier, Cameraman Website mfcormier.com How did you, get into film? I bought a Super 8 film camera to take with me to South America in the 80’s and ended up filming 3 pilot whales 🐳 being rescued in the Magellan Straights. I was hooked and wanted to become an international cameraman, so I made that my inspiration. It happened! What is the craziest place, circumstance, or story you experienced while working in film? Easter Island 🗿 was by far the most exotic location I shot. The closest habitable island 🌴 is Pitcairn Island where Mutiny on the Bounty occurred. One place you have always wanted to go for work? Mongolia 🇲🇳 One piece of travel advice? Or one thing you always bring when traveling? Don’t take a tour, guide yourself and see the country you’re visiting through unfiltered lenses. And don’t forget your camera! Dream project? My dream project would be filming around the world at different exotic locations that show we are all one on this planet. Everyone is a mother, brother, sister, son, aunt, uncle, etc. and when you travel and meet these people it breaks the barriers that separate us at borders. More US citizens need to get a passport and see the world, and personally, it shouldn’t be on a cruise. How many House Hunters/House Hunters International episodes have you done? Around 60. Is there one contributor (episode subject) you will never forget? Good or bad. No need to name names. I’ll always be forever jealous of the contributor got a house in Costa Rica near the beach for $79g. The original asking price was $239g but there were no takers for over a year and it wasn’t in the greatest condition. But, after a little elbow grease and minor repairs it was in great shape! Worst thing about Mexico? There is no “worst thing” about Mexico. It’s a great country and I’d love to retire there. Best thing about Mexico? The best thing about Mexico is the people! Show these guys some love in the comments and let them know what you think of the show and tune in on October 15th on HGTV.
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Natalia
10/11/2019 07:04:48 pm
I am looking forward to watch the episode. It’s great to learn about the behind the scenes :)
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Admin
10/13/2019 11:19:36 pm
Thanks Natalia. They were a great crew! 2 more days👏
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Rants of a Diplomat's WifeHola, I am an American married to a Mexican Diplomat. I am on my 3rd post as a trailing spouse. The first two posts I joined were in the US, and in July 2018 we moved to Mexico City. Maybe it was the fact that I was pumping out my diplo-babies, or maybe I didn't think anyone would be interested in diplomatic life at my US posts, but I didn't blog then. Now I am in Mexico, and perhaps you might find it interesting to know what life is like here. This is where I share my adventures and thoughts at my current post. Archives
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