USS Seadragon, USS Searaven, USS Seawolf, USS Sealion....

'Seaviper' doesn't sound like much of a stretch, though I doubt the boat in the movie is a Sargo.

Yea, seriously. I think you guys are expecting a little too much at this stage :)

Actually, I think they've run out of money, can't afford any actors, and are just going to have the entire movie be two hours of smoky interior shots of the boat with disembodied voices coming from everywhere. Or the sub could be controlled by a supercomputer like HAL or WOPR. That would be cool.

You know, I really liked "Enemy at the Gates," though I was a bit disappointed that everyone was speaking English. Not an American film, though.

You know, I'd think their would be a lot of Russian/Soviet WW2 films, but I'm barely aware of any. Can anyone recommend some?

Yuck, yuck, yuck, and yuck again. Good story ruined by a stupid romantic encounter and Cold War propaganda that some people just won't let go of.

I saw one that wa made in the 80's. Can't recall what it was called, it was about a young boy (maybe 10-12 years) who loses his family and has to survive the German assault. It spent a lot of time concentrating on SS units and how insane/animal like they were. To be honest, it was a pretty reasonable film. Wish I could recall what the hell it was, but they are deffinately out there. Maybe our Russian members could recommend some?

So where do I pre-order the DVD?
:p

Dude, I was really happy that a big budget film was actually MADE about Stalingrad and being released in a theater w/a large screen and good sound system. They can't all be masterpieces.

I will have to see that, if I can find it (after I identify it).

I understand everyones dislike of the film from the story line posted on the website and, the trailer. However you must realize, that a volunteer at the U.S.S. Drum has been working with the film crew to make the picture more realisic. Also, at least someone is making a WWII submarine movie in color, since most of todays generation wont watch black and white movies. And at least watch the film once since the profits the film makes will be going towards restoring the Drum, she is in desperate need of restoration, Go out to this site and check it out: http://www.saveoursubmarines.com/

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I agree. Before anyone casts their stone at this film, they should visit the Drum and get to know the volunteers. I can assure you it would change your heart to at least be open to the upcoming film.

http://www.seasky.org/monsters/sea7a1d.html ;)

USS Sea Viper
 

Gentleman,

In the interest of full disclosure I am one the producers on Sea Viper. I have changed my name as not to get pummeled with phone calls. However, I did want folks to know that the actors, crew, and including Tom & Leslie who are working very hard on the boat along with various sub and navy vets are all volunteers or deferred. The directors father served on the on the Drum & Torsk during WW2 and will be interviewed for the doc. Tom and Leslie have been working with our team to make sure that we are as accurate as possible. Our director is a navy vet and our sfx coordinator is an army vet. A number of the stories in the film are taken from actual events including believe it or not the Captain leaving the sub. (Lt. "Red" Coe). We'll be happy to provide further docs on request. Our team is doing this completely independently at this time and is basically trying to pull this off with the resources and gear we have on hand. Though we won't be perfect we will work our hardest to ensure that the silent service receives it's due honor and respect with the film and the doc.

Regards,
Seaviper,
Cast & Crew

"Jungle warfare! Crew of the S-39 (SS-144), led by Skipper "Red" Coe, searches for Singapore refugees on a tropic island, circa 1942. Had the enemy intercepted the call for help? Were Japanese marksmen waiting in ambush? This was one of many dangerous special missions performed by submariners."

Welcome aboard!!!

I for one am glad someone is making a WWII Submarine movie. I would have hated to have to do the damn thing myself with machinima and SH4. :)

I am looking forward to seeing it.

Chuck

Movie on the Eastern Front- "Cross of Iron".

I just read Shoot-Kill-Win's link, and after looking at the photos of the sad state Drum is in, I'll see the movie no matter what anybody says. If I hate it, I hate, it; and who knows, I might even like it.

And if I ever have any real money, I'll send some of it Drum's way first.

That is great Sailor Steve, and judging from what the producer up above said it sounds like it is being tweaked towards more historical guidelines with the help of the Drum volunteers. So please everyone support it.

Sounds respectable indeed! :ping:

I will be happy to support your effort with my dollar votes! ...and I should also then retract any negativity I may have cast upon this thread.

Best of luck to you and the Seaviper crew for much success! :up:

Carl,

Thank you for coming here to update us about the upcoming movie USS Seaviper. Come back once you start filming and chat about it.

As far as the USS Drum's status goes, remember to visit:

http://www.saveoursubmarines.com/

And if you want to learn more about any of the 20+ submarine museums like the Drum in the USA, visit:

http://www.submarinemuseums.org/

More info on the movie!
 

I too am one of the producers and I'm doing some special and mechanical effects. I'm a Army vet, 1967-74. My father was a demolition and salvage diver in WW2 and served in Europe. My step-father landed on Omaha Beach.

We have been waiting for a new camera to arrive and it will be here soon now. Our DP's reservation number came up last week. He will take delivery of his new RED One camera shortly. If you are interested see here: http://www.red.com/

I will be heading to Mobile in a couple of weeks to install some hydraulic gear and help Tom Boser with getting some lights and gauges operational. The USS Drum's hydraulics for the periscopes were drained over 45 years ago and are not functional. I have to build a hydraulic unit to move them up and down.

For those who wish to know, the teaser is just that, a teaser. Just what you put together before you begin shooting. That is not what the movie will look like.

Good luck to all and see you around. Please support Tom and Leslie on the Drum.

M

And WELCOME TO SUBSIM, both of you!:sunny: