My custom video is done. I received a number of preview pics a few days ago. Levi captured them directly from his editing bay:
http://www.cinemasphyxia.com/stuff/kendra_custom
My script had Kendra remove her shoes while undressing before she's attacked. I didn't want her toes impeded by the shoes while reaching for the floor. Levi left them on. I was really looking forward to seeing Kendra's shoe
less feet struggling, but I have to admit what he shot looks much better.
My script also had the killer hoist her body over his shoulder once she's dead, and then carry her over to the couch. I was trying to keep Levi's real-life back problem in mind when I wrote the script, and knew shoulder-carrying her would be easier on him. Instead, he kept her suspended while carrying her, treating me to a couple extra foot shots along the way. With Kendra's shoes left on, the effect looks fantastic!
I'm incredibly thankful the changes he made look so good. Overall, I like what I've seen so far. Kendra brought her own pencil skirt and blouse. With her hair in the French bun I requested, her character looks spot on with what I had in mind. That being said, I'm even more nervous about how the video turned out.
On a humorous note, my script turned into a 12-minute video. I paid for 20-25 minutes. To make up for the remaining 8 minutes, they've offered to shoot the same death scene with another model of my choice, at no extra cost. I've selected Diana Knight. She'll play Kendra's roommate who returns home, finds her body, and meets the same fate. I'm currently shopping for her outfit.
Diana won't be shooting with them until mid-May, which means I won't get my video until the end of May. But, patience is a virtue, especially when it involves another favorite of mine, so I'm happy to wait. ;)