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Mikey Filmmaker was born on May 31, 1985. He grew up in Peabody, MA with a younger sister, Lori. He was the first child of Lou and Melissa. He spent his youth wanting to be an entomologist studying ants, but that all changed when he discovered television and film.

In high school, he began to pursue his dreams. He helped out at the local cable company, eventually becoming a successful color commentator for various sports. He also served as the inaugural director of the high school morning news show during his senior year.

Although, his greatest achievement at that time was producing and hosting his own public access show, Public Invasion, with a childhood friend. They produced 24 episodes and even received some local press.

After spending a year of college in Massachusetts, he left for California in August 2004 to attend Chapman University. He made an immediate impact at Chapman with films such as Wicked Pissah, Snuggle, The Beautiful Picnic, and Intuition. By his senior year, he was a well respected filmmaker. He specialized in producing and assistant directing.

His most ambitious project was his senior thesis film, Sweet Pea. Mikey had begun writing the short film in the fall of 2005. Production began in October 2006 and wrapped in early November. The film premiered in May 2007 at Chapman to rave reviews. Only months later in September, he brought the film back to his home state to officially premiere it at the Boston Film Festival.

After graduation, Mikey continues to follow his dreams. He’s not sure what role this site plays in the big picture, but appreciates the visit.

Mikey Filmmaker’s Universe

Tale of the Tape

That’s my dog, Ginger.

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Speed Dating with Mikey Filmmaker

Age: 22

Birthday: May 31, 1985

Hometown: Peabody, MA

College: Chapman University

Degree: BFA in Film Production

Height: 5’3”

Weight: 125 lbs.

1. Boogie Nights

2. Bonnie and Clyde

3. Sex, Lies, and Videotape

4. Citizen Kane

5. Sideways

6. Adaptation

7. Magnolia

8. Almost Famous

9. Rocky

10. Jaws

Honorable Mention: American Beauty, Annie Hall, Being John Malkovich, Blow, A Clockwork Orange, Good Will Hunting, The Graduate, Mulholland Drive, On The Waterfront, Scarface, There Will Be Blood

Top Ten Favorite Films

Q. What is your occupation?

A. Don’t have one.

Q. If you have friends coming over, what would you cook?

A. Macroni and cheese or frozen pizza because it's the only two foods I know how to cook.

Q. If you were an animal in the wild, what would you be?

A. I would be a cheetah, so I could be fast as lighting!

Q. Is sexual compatibility important to you?

A. Yes.

Q. Is your real name Mikey Filmmaker?

A. (Silence)

Starving and Stardom

FACT #1: Favorite band is The Beatles. Has seen both McCartney (2002, 2005, and 2007) and Ringo (2003, 2006, and 2008) three times. He even camped out to see Paul at the Amoeba Records show in LA. Then, he stood right behind Ringo, Barbara Bach, Olivia Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Joe Walsh, Alanis Morissette, and Woody Harrelson during the show.

FACT #2: He has also seen Billy Idol, Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, Cheap Trick, Def Leppard, Eric Clapton, Foo Fighters, Journey, The Police, Ringo Starr, Sean Lennon, Tom Petty, Van Halen, and The Violent Femmes all live in concert during the last two years.

FACT #3: Favorite filmmaker is Paul Thomas Anderson. He got a chance to meet P.T. during a preview screening of There Will Be Blood and had a copy of Boogie Nights autographed.

FACT #4: He has an extensive dvd collection that has taken up almost his entire closet. This has presented a problem since he doesn’t know where to put his clothes.

FACT #5: He holds the distinction of attending the last game at the legendary Boston Garden for both the Bruins and the Celtics.

Mikey Filmmaker Quick Facts