THE GREETER DOCUMENTARY on amazon
Elestial Productions is excited to announce that The Greeter Documentary is now available on Amazon, in the US and UK...
"A powerful and insightful film, a revelation in what it means to be human and the fact we are all connected!"
"A powerful and insightful film, a revelation in what it means to be human and the fact we are all connected!"
The greeter Documentary
Limited Collector's EdItion DVD
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The much-anticipated release of The Greeter Documentary on DVD is here!
This Limited Collector's Edition includes never before seen footage of Eiler Larsen greeting on Pacific Coast Highway and the following Bonus Features: "Carving Eiler's Statue" "Eiler Larsen Decoded" "The Corner Poet" "Life's What You Make It!” Only 500 copies will be produced and are sure to become a collector's item! The DVD is available for purchase at the following locations in Laguna Beach: Sound Spectrum Not living near Laguna Beach? Click below to buy the DVD and have it shipped to you! |
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Own the Limited Collector's Edition of The Greeter Documentary!
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viewer reactions to THE GREETER forum theater 4/20/2016
THE GREETER DOCUMENTARY teaser
The greeter Documentary reviews are in!
Michael Minutoli at “Greeter Documentary” premiere last month. Photos by Mitch Ridder
Producers Tabatha and Martin Yewchuk with Michael Minutoli at “Greeter Documentary” premiere last month.
Elestial Productions Creative Team! Martin, Sava, Tabatha Yewchuk.
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By George Gore Browne, Special to the Independent As guests arrived on the red carpet for the debut of the independent “Greeter Documentary,” they had the chance to meet the star of the show. Michael Minutoli, Laguna Beach’s current greeter, pedaled his famously photographed bicycle around the venue last month outside while talking kindly to movie goers and wishing them a “happy Laguna Beach.” Like everyone else, Minutoli waited in suspense. “I haven’t seen it yet either.” The venue Seven Degrees had been split into three viewing areas, each with its own screen. The first of two screenings began at 6 p.m. and it appeared to be a sell-out. “Michael, thank you for sharing your gift with the world and for being you,” said film producer and local resident Martin Yewchuk, who also thanked a long list of community supporters. It was obvious locals also embraced his Elestial Productions effort. “We had lots of love and support at the premiere, over 450 people were there,” co-producer Tabitha Yewchuk said. “We had to turn people away.” Another showing may be a possibility, as is another fundraiser to underwrite marketing of the film in the hope of attracting a distributor, she said. The film pieces together multiple generations of anecdotes about the fascinating tradition of greeting in Laguna Beach. The film’s structure begins in the present before jumping backward to the 1880’s. It provides a chronology of Laguna Beach’s greeters starting with Old Joe Lucas before moving on to Eiler Larsen, Number 1 Unnamed Archer and Michael Minutoli. The film doesn’t have a single dominant narrator and instead uses testimony from a wide range of people, both local residents and tourists, to drive the narrative. In the course of excavating its dominant theme, the directors also capture the town’s history. The chronological documentation of greeters simultaneously reveal Laguna’s development over 100 years, giving newcomers real insights into the city’s evolution. The directors show their understanding of Laguna’s eccentricities, where quirky characters do things differently. One resident interviewed in the film humorously compared it to a “witness protection program town,” raising applause from the local audience. The film’s greatest achievement is providing viewers with small, fascinating details about these self-appointed greeters. The film details Larsen’s adventurous life, his job as a gardener, his bellowing voice and the time he instructed celebrated writer Arnold Hano, “Don’t answer back.” The film documents the various catch phrases of the different greeters, such as “you’re perfect” and “happy Laguna Beach.” The film delves into the characters of these men and why they make the extraordinary commitment of time and effort. Laguna’s current greeter, Minutoli, receives the most attention and his high-energy, party crashing, sleep-avoiding character is laid bare. The film closes with a positive message. The ending leaves viewers with a clear reminder to enjoy the present, friends and family, and to not get caught up in daily stresses. In its final seconds, the film reveals a question posed by many who observe Minutoli every morning. What does he listen to in those headphones? His top three artists: Elvis, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones. |
Thank you for all of the amazing feedback regarding #TheGreeterDocumentaryPremiere... we are grateful it was so well received:
"Thank you for allowing us to be a part of the adventure. The film brought a new perspective and view for me on Laguna Beach, I was truly inspired by the story and heritage behind the Greeter and most importantly the people that live in Laguna that strive to protect the charm of what I consider an enchanted city.”
-Leo Goldschwartz
"The show was awesome and well done. So happy to be part of it! Thank you Tabatha and Martin Yewchuk for such amazing work!! This made us appreciate Laguna Beach even more!"
-Cora Kasperski
“Thank you for a lovely evening! The Greeter Documentary was Excellent! You should be very proud! Good luck!"
-Joyce and Henry Brodt
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The Greeter DOCUMENTARY premiere
"A powerful and insightful film, a revelation in what it means to be human and the fact we are all connected!"
M and I went to see this heartwarming documentary and I highly recommend it. The theme is "embracing each other and our differences" and it does a beautiful job exhibiting it through 125 years of history of the LB Greeters. It was funny, heart-warming and uplifting. The greeters lived in the present and shared joy through the simple act of greeting for hours every single day. It was wonderful to hear the many stories of those who were lucky enough to cross their paths over the years. 👍👍 Great job Elestial Productions! We left smiling!"
-Loraine Freshour
"So, I finally got to watch the Greeter Doc and man, did you do a great job... Not only is it a fascinating history of our greeters, but also a real love letter to the heart and spirit of Laguna Beach in general!"
-Marshall Aren
"Martin & Tabatha, Congratulations on your successful premiere of The Greeter. It was absolutely fabulous! Everyone I talked with concurs. So happy for you!"
-Carol Clark
"The Greeter " Documentary Film Premiere at Seven Degrees was a wonderful and a great success for Filmmaker Martin Yewchuk and Elestial Productions."
-Andy Alison
“Really loved “The Greeter!”
-Sharon Thoreson
“Wonderful film!”
-Susan Taylor-Colby
“I want to see it again!”
-Jason Eby
“Great documentary last night! I brought Vikki Vargus (NBC News) and she loved the show and all of the Laguna Beach History!”
-Heidi Miller
“Loved it!”
-Marsha Falk
“It was a great documentary and a super fun night!”
-Leslie Renteria
"Keep on producing."
-Douglas Miller
