Film: "Strive For Happiness" Mental Health

I am currently producing a film entitled, "Strive For Happiness" which is about the lives of those who have loved ones that suffer from the many forms of mental illness. I am looking for the support and word of mouth to get the name out for this important documentary. I would also like to thank NAMI of NJ and The Family Guidance Center of Warren County, NJ for providing me with so much valuable information. Thank you so much.

About Me

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Location: Phillipsburg, New Jersey, United States

I am a graduate of William Paterson University with a B.S. in Communications and Northampton Community College with an Associates degree in Radio/Television. I am certified to teach in five areas of the communications field. I worked for CNBC, Twin County Cable, RCN, Comcast Cable, and a variety of radio stations. For six years, I produced daily segments for RCN's broadcast of the Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp. I produced a video entitled "The Lehigh Valley's Best Kept Secret" which was submitted to become a nominee for an Emmy Award. I am currently employed as a Communications Instructor (Radio & Television Production) at Warren County Technical School in Washington, NJ. I have been involved in wedding and event videography business for over 14 years and exclusively with D-Vision Video for the last eleven years.

Sunday, October 14, 2007

Production for Strive For Happiness is finally complete

Strive For Happiness is complete and I am in the final stages of developing the artwork and distributing the film. Special thanks to everyone who participated and made this film possible. The film will be available soon.

Thanks again!
Rich Patricia

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Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Music Needed

I am currently looking for musicians and/or bands that would be interested in providing music for my film. I am especially interested in instrumental music. If you would be interested, please respond to this blog so that I can get in touch with you. All music should be provided to me on cd. Of course, there is no payment available for the use of your music. I will, however, give you appropriate credit at the end of the film.
Thank you so much!

posted by Richard M. Patricia | 6:49 PM | 6 comments

Production has begun

Special thanks to everyone who has helped me with my film. I have enjoyed interviewing many people so far. I have heard so many heart-felt stories and I am greatful to everyone for their support. The interviews are going great. All taping should be completed by the end of August and Post-Production Editing will begin. I am hopeful that the film will be completed by December, 2005.

posted by Richard M. Patricia | 6:38 PM | 0 comments

Monday, February 21, 2005

Will you help spread the word for my film?

I am in the process of producing a film entitled, "Strive For Happiness," which is a documentary film about the lives of those who live with loved ones who suffer from the many forms of mental illness. My hope is that this film raises awareness about the illness, removes some of the stigmas that still exist, and hopefully makes some change in policies that currently exist (funding, etc.). The film is currently in the pre-production phase and will go into the production phase during late June early July. Post-production will begin in August of 2005. My hope is that this blog will catch the attention of many family members throughout the country that know or lived with a loved one who suffers from mental illness. I hope that this film will also relate to anyone who cares for someone with an illness in general. Please spread the word about this film. My only hope is that it can take off by word of mouth as I do not have the money to pay for advertising. Thank you so much for your support.

posted by Richard M. Patricia | 7:06 PM | 2 comments