MICHAEL R BARNARD PRODUCTIONS’ projects have ranged from developing motion pictures, producing and directing live and taped television shows, and writing marketing materials, to setting up and mixing audio, operating cameras and tape machines, and working as crew on motion pictures, music videos, and television shows.

Barnard’s “spec” script (written on speculation rather than as an assignment from the producers) for the TV series MOONLIGHTING generated excitement and brought him to Hollywood. Meetings with The William Morris Agency, Triad Agency, and phone conversations with such industry luminaries as Marcy Carsey and Ed Zwick followed.

In 2006, Barnard worked with TV/Film/Music/Theater star John Schneider to help make his personal passion feature film JOHN SCHNEIDER'S COLLIER & CO.--HOT PURSUIT! The film had a theatrical release and is now available on DVD. Here's an interview with Barnard about his work on that film:

 

Watch Michael R. Barnard, one story of a filmmaker

Production on "A Father and Son" began in November 2007, but funding failed because of the recession and production stopped as soon as it started. We are now creating a new team to pursue production of the movie again.

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Examples of Projects

MOVIES

"JOHN SCHNEIDER’S COLLIER & CO. – HOT PURSUIT!" A comedy feature film starring, written by, and directed by John Schneider. With MRBP as co-producer, the motion picture was completed and launched in limited theatrical release.

"JUAREZ" A drama feature film in pre-production. MRBP was brought in by the producers of this indie feature film to create the budget and business plan.

DEVELOPMENT of dramas “American Orphans,” “No Relation,” “The Falls,” “7,000 Cows in Guatemala;” erotic thriller “Mankiller;” and comedy “Undertakings” are projects in various stages of script acquisition and development by MRBP.

SHORTS

Young filmmakers needed to convince distributors they can deliver their feature film. MRBP was brought in as Producer after their early mis-steps trying to create a promotional short film. MRBP successfully delivered a 3-day shoot on the Canon XL-1, when it was the HOT new camera and digital cinematography was in its early days.

MUSIC

PRINCE had an urge to do a music video. One Sunday afternoon, MRBP was asked if Prince could get a video shoot for a music video?for 7:00 that evening! MRBP delivered a full ten-hour four-camera shoot, producing the artist's "Alphabet Street" video.

BARRY MCGUIRE wants to help needy children around the world. "Kids for Kids starring Barry McGuire" is a television special MRBP produced in Pittsburgh. Its unique, fresh approach inspires families to get involved with less fortunate children around the world. This concert was taped live for syndication.

SPORTS

MINNESOTA TWINS pitcher Juan Berenguer did some exciting pitching in the 1987 World Series. Investors approached MRBP wanting a souvenir video...and fast! MRBP conceived, produced, directed, edited, and delivered "The Berenguer Boogie" music video in just 48 hours!

GOLDEN GOPHER HOCKEY broadcasts were produced by MRBP. MRBP found talent, crew, and equipment across the country and delivered the University of Minnesota hockey games for major-market broadcast via satellite when that was exciting new technology rarely used for local stations.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

JULIUS "DR. J" ERVING wants to tell African-American youth how important it is to finish school. MRBP traveled to an impoverished high school in Philadelphia to work with the basketball great. Dr. J, along with football stars Alan Page and Greg Coleman, starred in "Give it Your Best Shot," produced and directed by MRBP and sponsored by Honeywell.

ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS had a message about a looming crisis in health care. MRBP wrote the documentary "It's Not Just Your Doctor's Problem" to help prevent the crisis. It was honored with a national commendation.

CONCORDIA COLLEGE, a prestigious Lutheran college, wanted to broadcast its Christmas Vespers service, all candle-lit and hushed. MRBP produced and directed the taping of the live service, without marring its dignity, drama, or impact. MRBP received two awards for "The Annual Christmas Choral Vespers."

PRODUCTION FACILITIES

FRESNO PRODUCTION STUDIO PROJECT was created and designed by MRBP. This large-scale world-class facility is intended to create new value to the City of Fresno, expanding its production base and providing opportunities for its depressed poverty-stricken areas.

PRODUCTION COMPANIES where MRBP has been based include KITN TV Productions, Master Video Productions, NLC Production Trucks, and Prince's Paisley Park Studios in Minneapolis, and Television Video Network in Los Angeles.

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