New, here to learn about WWII

[JKilts]

Hey, My name is Tom, I'm 16, and I live in the United States of America. I'm new to this site. My friends and I make a lot of movies about WWII, I'm in charge of writing and directing, so that means I'm also in charge of making sure everything is historically accurate- which can be a real bare. I'm hoping this site could help. Currently I'm working on a movie about 3 RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain.

I have been very fortunate to have a lot of experience with WWII. I've played Medal of Honor since it came out, and that's what originally got me into WWII. I've met several famous WWII figures- a handful of the Band of Brothers, Robert K Morgan, Paul Tibetts, and a bunch more. I've had veterans come over my house to help with my movies and teach me about this stuff. Last year I was fortunate enough to fly on a B-17, and also visit the Hiroshima memorial. My grandfather served in the RAF and was with the Spitfire Squadrons. My grandmother was in London as a nurse during the Blitzes. And also my great uncle was the second most decorated Allie during WWII, his name was something Paton.

So, I just figured I'd give a little bit of a background about myself. I can't wait to meet new friends and find people who will help with my movies.

[Jan7]

Welcome, JKilts.

In this Forum, you just found a lot of good friends.....



Jan.

[Liberator]

Welcome to the forum JKilts.

[Slipdigit]

Welcome JKilts

[Gary Tasker]

Welcome JKilts you,ll learn alot here. regards Gary.

[Shadow Master]

Welcome aboard!

[bigfun]

Hey Jkilts!!

Welcome!!
wow, you have alot of cool experiences there, you will have to share some of those great times with us! I'm especially jealous of the B17 ride!!

[Kai-Petri]

Welcome JKilts,

sounds like you could make it big in the big H.

Just read our reviews of movies in the movie section and don´t forget them....

[Peppy]

Originally Posted by JKilts

Hey, My name is Tom, I'm 16, and I live in the United States of America. I'm new to this site. My friends and I make a lot of movies about WWII, I'm in charge of writing and directing, so that means I'm also in charge of making sure everything is historically accurate- which can be a real bare. I'm hoping this site could help. Currently I'm working on a movie about 3 RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain.

I have been very fortunate to have a lot of experience with WWII. I've played Medal of Honor since it came out, and that's what originally got me into WWII. I've met several famous WWII figures- a handful of the Band of Brothers, Robert K Morgan, Paul Tibetts, and a bunch more. I've had veterans come over my house to help with my movies and teach me about this stuff. Last year I was fortunate enough to fly on a B-17, and also visit the Hiroshima memorial. My grandfather served in the RAF and was with the Spitfire Squadrons. My grandmother was in London as a nurse during the Blitzes. And also my great uncle was the second most decorated Allie during WWII, his name was something Paton.

So, I just figured I'd give a little bit of a background about myself. I can't wait to meet new friends and find people who will help with my movies.

Welcome JKilts!

You have a great hobby, making ww2 films! Do you have anything to share with us or maybe a link to your work on IMDB. I'd really love to see what you have.

Peppy >>> hopes JKilts movies have mp40s in them

[JKilts]

Haha, no, my movies aren't big enough to be on IMDB. I just make them with friends and they're mostly on youtube. My user name there is the same as here.

[Slipdigit]

I watched some of the clips. Good. Keep it up, I know of another movie producer who started out like you, making home war movies and is famous for saving a certain private.

[Terror of the Skies]

Originally Posted by Slipdigit

I watched some of the clips. Good. Keep it up, I know of another movie producer who started out like you, making home war movies and is famous for saving a certain private.

Oh I know this one!!!.... Steven Spielberg!!!.. Oh this isn't a trivia thread... Damn.

Anyway, welcome to the forums. I'm into making WWII movies myself. Though without a camera, my friends just do what's known as "make believe." Is it weird to wear Paratrooper boots and a WWII helmet in the middle of the street at 19?

I see you say you come from the Medal of Honor scene? I myself started there way back when in 2001 when Allied Assault premiered for the PC.

So like I said, have fun here, and don't forget, when in doubt empty the magazine.

[Peppy]

I found the your page, and I was thinking exactly the same thing as Slipdigit about Spielberg's warfilms of his childhod. You've done some very nice work, I was especially surpised by the quality of your special effects. The promo video has good music and really draws the viewer in. Well done all around JKilts! :golfclap: I'm wondering where you get your props, specifically where did you get that replica mp40? I'm in the market for one myself.

[bigfun]

just watched the tribute vid, nice work dude!

i look forward to seeing more of them!

[JKilts]

Thank you to everyone who checked my videos out! I'm hoping to get the RAF movie I mentioned somewhere on here up sometime between now and February.
Peppy: You asked about the MP-40. It's not metal, it's just plastic, but that's all I need. On film plastic could look real. I got that off ebay for about $15 including shipping. Just type in "Airsoft MP-40". I own two and am hoping to get more for an Indiana Jones movie over the summer.

[Skipper]

Welcome on the forum, it's always nice to have new creative people around.

[Peppy]

Creative is great. Thanks for the tip JKilts, I'm already hot on the train of an mp40.

Be sure to let us know when your next film is done.