Drawing Down the Moon

I ordered a copy of "Drawing Down the Moon" from the movie's website, and what a treat! It's not your typical Hollywood movie (thank God), but it has something for everyone - action, comedy, suspense, it's through-provoking, and it's okay for kids to watch (I'd say for those 10 and above). Karina Krepp (she plays the witch in the movie) is going to be a HUGE star - mark my words.

It definitely has an "indie" feel to it - the camera work is a little shaky at times, but never to the point of being annoying (like in "Blair Witch"). And it *looks* great - by contrast dark and moody, then light and airy when appropriate.

I really think this is a winner. I've heard positive buzz growing about this movie on the Internet and I'm glad I ordered it. Here's hoping it gets the attention it deserves! And let's hope it gets into video stores around the country so people can see it!

If I have to see one more burly, good-looking man battle some guy with a bad German accent I am going to barf. That's why I was pleasantly surprised to see Steve Patterson shatter Hollywood's paradigm with his thoughtful and sensitive movie "Drawing Down the Moon." Somehow he manages to use violence as a lesson in self-righteousness– using the self-defense practice of Aikido to stress the importance of standing up for yourself and being strong on demand. I found myself cheering on the goodhearted witch (a- *gasp*- female lead), who so generously aided the homeless, but also sympathized with the antagonists. After all, Walter Koenig's character was working towards a common goal- in effect, his solution to the chaos theory would better humankind. If you're looking for a movie with a death count you can perform on one hand, and where a woman can change the world without "getting her guy", this one is for you!

This movie was filmed in Sunbury, Pa. which is just a few miles from where I live. When it became available on video, it was listed in our local newspaper. I ordered it just prior to Christmas and was delighted when Steve Patterson, the director, called me at home and offered to deliver it. He did so that very afternoon. We had a nice chat and Steve bid me good day and hoped that I would enjoy the movie. Since then I have viewed it on several occasions. I enjoy it more each time that I watch it. It is very well done for a low budget flick. The acting is a little stiff at times, but the story comes across very well. It is an interesting story and does have a few unexpected twists. A few "locals" had bit parts. I highly recommend this film.

I was so pleasantly surprised by this movie. I bought a copy from Amazon.com because I have enjoyed Walter Koenig's work since seeing him on "Babylon 5." I had not heard of this movie, but found it through a "Walter Koenig" search on Amazon. Wow - I'm glad I did the search. Why are more people not talking about this movie? It's funny and exciting. I have shown it to many of my friends who feel exactly the same way. Thank you, Mr. K

DDTM is a movie created by a man with a dream. An independent filmmaker, Steve Patterson brings to life a story touching on paganism, human endurance and a quest by one man to reach the unreachable, the theory of chaos. With charm, witt, irony and inner strength of human perseverence, this is undoubtedly a movie well worth watching.