RE: New initiative SteemTV launches with some hot controversial films
Copy of my email response:
To whom it may concern:
Regarding the issues related to the filming of the BUDOCON event at Potatohead Beach Club, I have been informed that you wish for me to include all sponsors, logos and any related individuals on my production of Graham Hancock’s presentation.
I am truly sorry if I have offended you or any of the sponsors with my social media posts relating to this unreleased film. In what way do you see us resolving this issue as a professional group?
I am writing to you as an experienced film-maker and video blogger and I would love to continue working with you in the future, helping you understand how to maximise your revenue around events, using the very new platform Steemit.
As a dedicated professional I feel that we can work together to do great things.
The personal message forwarded to me on Steemit.chat was threatening in tone, yet I have been advised by my Balinese sponsor that I have not done anything illegal and I would like us to resolve this issue immediately.
I asked for permission to film the event, and this permission was granted. I asked for permission to put the film on YouTube and this too was granted, pending review. And I have not posted the film yet. Once I get the sponsors logos I can upload it to a private YouTube link where you can review.
If you would prefer for me not to feature the presentation on SteemTV (which I have divided into three parts due to its length) I have no problem with this. Though it would seem to me that if we can reach an agreement, to post on Steemit would be beneficial for all parties involved, as apparently Mr Hancock has a big following there. And you can be sure that if we don’t post it on Steemit, someone else will.
Kind regards
PS. I am now in touch with Graham and have sent a warm email thanking him for his verbal permission on the day for me to use this film on the internet. He also said he would be willing to assist me by sharing the YouTube link with his own network, for which I am most grateful.
he asked me to post this:
Hello,
Quite simply, you left the evening with a clear request to get everything approved before posting any online content. This even includes online content relating to said event. It's really that simple.
The Man is a celebrated scholar, and his works should be treated as such. Be patient. Communicate with us. These pillars were not present from your crew, hence, the situation we are in now.
We are professionals here, and expect the same treatment from an outside group who approached us only days before the event, to Film said event for "aerial footage and time-lapse only".
Not the entire seminar, with no written consent from the Producers, nor Mr Hancock. Who refuses to monetise any of his 'public videos' - by the way - this is contrary to his beliefs, and the producers of the event echo his thoughts. That's why the seminar was 'free'.
You mention you've received a "warm" email from Mr Hancock, I'd like you to forward me this email in private. As Ive been in touch with him, and his thoughts are not as you state. Displeased, rather.
In any case, let's not forget we are both passionate about the works of Mr Hancock, and you indeed have genuine motives to continue supporting the man who is an inspiration to many. We enjoyed our time at the event, and were excited others shared the same adoration for Graham's work. And that's the bottom line
I guess.
Thank you for replying to us. We will meet and move on with positive vibes.
On that note, if there was any online video content to be posted. I'm pretty sure it would be from the Producers of BUDOCON, approved by Mr Hancock, on our own Channel. Surely you can extend us this courtesy? I think we deserve it.