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Evolution of B.J. Fletcher - Better With Age

Posted on Wednesday, April 7, 2010


There is a comment I have heard about B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye the web series more than once. In fact, I've even said it myself on multiple occasions. The comment is, or is a variation, of the following: "It gets better as it goes along."


Quite frankly, I couldn't agree more. Fletcher was conceived on the basis that myself and Lindy Zucker (the fabulous actress who plays Fletcher) wanted to enter a contest on AfterEllen.com to "find the next great lesbian web series". When we first started plotting Fletcher out, we had only about three or four weeks to get three episodes written, shot, and edited in time for the deadline. It was a scramble to do so, and it really didn't allow time for any kind of a development process. We developed as we went along. Now this is not to say that the story or characters were completely random or not thought out. I myself am a huge fan of the P.I. genre - both in print and on the screen - and the character of Fletcher is a mash-up of my love of detectives, and Lindy's love of physical comedy. That said, for most of Season One we were just finding our feet with these characters - something that is usually done during a lengthy development process. I was getting to know them as we went along just as the viewers were. Winning the contest enabled us to take a moment and really delve into who these characters were, and what we wanted to see from them. The rest of the balance of Season One shared a similar speedy deadline as the first three episodes, however, knowing I had 7 eps to work with allowed me the freedom to plot out overall characters arcs and relationship development. I don't think there'd be any argument that there is a huge difference between episodes 1 and 10 of Season One. Not only in the way the story was being told, but also the meatiness of the characters that gave our talented cast the ability to bring more depth and layers to them - which made for great viewing.


Season Two is when B.J. Fletcher really hit it's stride. The characters found their voices, the episodes had a more solid length (average of 16 mins per), and the series had a mature and definitive direction and style. We also had a huge amount of fun making it. I was blessed with a very talented cast and crew, which I'm sure any film-maker out there would tell you is the ingredient that makes or breaks a show. Especially one that is being funded by one's Visa or Mastercard.


When I look back on the two seasons of Fletcher, the first half of Season One does feel like our development process. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. As a viewer, you grew with us and with the show, as we all got to know and love the characters personalities and quirks together. The real treat for me about doing this series was the freedom I had in writing these stories. Better still, our target audience was one that actually wanted to see strong lesbian lead characters and storylines playing out in these adventures. Even just two years ago in early 2008 when we started this journey, the landscape and selection of lesbian characters both online and in TV/film was thin to say the least. Now there's a wide variety in all kinds of different styles and genres. And that's a wonderful thing!

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Thank you, 2009!

Posted on Wednesday, December 23, 2009


What an incredible year 2009 has been for Fletcher! We saw the exciting finale of a hilarious second season - now that's a cliffhanger - which saw our incredible fans either settling in the Fletcher/George camp or heading to the George/Jenna team.

We also signed the television development deal that will usher B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye into the television genre. Owing to it's top secretitude, I can't reveal too many details about the current status of the development process, but know that things are progressing nicely. I do want to share with you the series trailer found at the beginning of the demo reel we have created for the show. Lindy and Dana never fail to make me laugh. Those two have some serious talent - not to mention our outstanding supporting cast!



In this holiday season of being thankful, I would like to express my appreciation to all the people that made B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye the web series a reality. From our talented cast and crew to our incredible behind-the-scenes champions, Fletcher is a huge team effort that I am so grateful to have been a part of making a reality.

Most importantly, an enormous thank you to our fans and advocates for the continuing support. We hope you will continue with us on this exciting wicked awesome journey through the New Year.

For more Fletcher news, be sure to check out our latest newsletter.

All the best for a happy and safe holiday season, from Regan Latimer and all the Fletcher gang!


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B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye - The T.V. Series?

Posted on Monday, July 20, 2009



WEB SERIES B.J. FLETCHER: PRIVATE EYE GETS DEVELOPMENT DEAL WITH MATTER OF FACT MEDIA

Regan Latimer, creator and producer/writer/director of web series B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye, has signed a development deal with Toronto‐based production company Matter of Fact Media. Under the terms of the agreement, Latimer will work with MoFM Executive Producer Vanessa Dylyn to develop a television broadcast proposal for the web series, including a new pilot script based on the hilarious characters and adventures from B.J.Fletcher: Private Eye.

The online team behind the web series will continue to produce original content for the show’s website and blog during the development period. Regardless of the format in which it continues, unique content from the show will continue to be made available online.

Latimer announced, “It’s an exciting time for everyone involved with B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye. We need to thank our wonderful fans and viewers, whose tremendous support has been a huge part of this development. We’re also very grateful to the blogs and websites that have actively promoted us.

“We want to say a special thank you to Sarah Warn and all of the team at AfterEllen.com for giving us our break and supporting us through the first two seasons. They are very much part of the Fletcher family and we have learned so much from them.

“Our talented cast, including Lindy Zucker, Dana Puddicombe, Vanessa Dunn and Karim Morgan, and all of our production team, including Rochelle Dancel and Rikki Zucker, are committed to supporting the show as it develops and we are confident that our partnership with Matter of Fact Media will take Fletcher in a positive new direction. We look forward to bringing Fletcher back to your screens in the near future, more wicked awesome than ever!”

 

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Life On Fletcher: Toronto, Canada - Pride!

Posted on Wednesday, July 1, 2009


In this week's episode of our behind the scenes featurettes we bring you Life On Fletcher: Toronto, Canada - Pride! Join the cast and crew of B.J. Fletcher as we give you a little taste of Pride celebrations Toronto style - including exclusive footage of Vanessa Dunn breakin' it down! Are you celebrating Pride where you are? Tell us what you do to get your Pride on in the comments below!

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Life On Fletcher: Producer Podcast Part Two

Posted on Tuesday, June 2, 2009


Episode Eleven brings you Life On Fletcher: Producer Podcast Part Two, featuring Fletcher creator Regan Latimer dissecting the special effects and intentions behind the Quantum Leap dream sequence in Season Two, Episode Ten. Regan also talks about the plans for a third for the series! What did you like about the dream sequence? Would you like to see a third season of Fletcher? Tell us your thoughts in the comments!

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Life On Fletcher: The George & Jenna Factor

Posted on Tuesday, May 26, 2009


Episode Ten of Life On Fletcher explores the inner workings of the relationship between Georgia Drew and Jenna Watson. Join Dana Puddicombe and Vanessa Dunn as they reveal their thoughts on what makes the adorable couple of George and Jenna tick! Are you a George/Jenna fan or are you a member of the Fletcher/George camp? Tell us your take in the comments!

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Life On Fletcher: These Are A Few Of Our Favourite Scenes

Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2009


In Episode Nine of Life On Fletcher we bring you a collection of some of our favourite scenes from the series. Tune in to see Vanessa’s fave moment with Dana, Regan’s favourite cliffhanger, and Lindy and Dana’s favourite almost Fletch & George moment! What were your favourite Fletcher moments? Be sure to tell us in the comments!

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Life On Fletcher: Trix Of The Trade

Posted on Tuesday, May 5, 2009


In the eighth installment of Life On Fletcher, we focus on Fletcher's resident hair and make-up designer, the incredibly talented Rikki Zucker. Join Lindy, Dana and Vanessa as they discuss the integral role Rikki plays in the making of B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye! We look forward to reading your thoughts below, and also don't forget to take part in our travel survey for your chance to name a Season Three character on the series!

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Life On Fletcher: Dana and Vanessa Kiss 'n' Tell

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2009


In this week's episode of Life On Fletcher, we bring you "Dana and Vanessa Kiss 'n' Tell" featuring Fletcher favourites Dana Puddicombe and Vanessa Dunn discussing the particulars of creating the sexy, intimate, relationship moments of the adorable George and Jenna. What do you think about this sexy duo? Leave your comments below!

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Life On Fletcher: The Wacky Moms of Fletcher

Posted on Tuesday, April 21, 2009


Episode Six in our behind-the-scenes series, Life On Fletcher, looks at the hilariously wacky moms of Fletcher. Series stars Lindy Zucker, Dana Puddicombe and Vanessa Dunn discuss working with the very talented Patricia Yeatman (Mrs. Drew) and Maria Heidler (Mrs. Watson) during the first two seasons of B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye. We look forward to reading your feeback!

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Life On Fletcher: On Being George & Jenna

Posted on Monday, April 13, 2009


In this week’s fifth episode of Life On Fletcher we bring you “On Being George and Jenna” an interview featuring Dana Puddicombe and Vanessa Dunn discussing their experience playing the adorable couple of George and Jenna in the second season of B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye. We look forward to reading your comments and hope you enjoy it!

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Life On Fletcher: More Hilarious Outtakes!

Posted on Tuesday, April 7, 2009


Episode Four in our behind-the-scenes series, Life On Fletcher, brings you a whole new batch of outtakes to enjoy! Sometimes there's just too many laughs and bloopers for one reel, so sit back and enjoy this follow-up to our first round of outtakes from Season Two of B.J. Fletcher: Private Eye. Feel free to leave us your comments!

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