Vancouver Crew Tributes

Here's to The Crew

By Laura Capozzola

Dear Vancouver X-Files Crew:

I'm not as talented as some of my fellow ATXFers but I know talent and good work when I see it. Just want you to know how much we fans appreciate what you've given to the show and to let you know that every time I see that a show made in Canada, I'll be looking for your names in the credits. You're not just a part of the 1013 family, you're part of ours, too. Hugs and kisses and best of luck to all of you.

And now a little ditty for the casting people, special effects make-up team, the costume folks, the stuntmen, the location crew, the construction crew, the set decorators, the production designer.

ORDERS FROM THE BOSS

Lisa get me a naked dead guy
For Scully to slice through.
Toby's team must do her face
And add a boil or two.

Oh Coreen, we changed the script
To add a talking tree.
I need an actor 7 feet 2
Can you get me him by three?

Louisa, Todd, you have to find
A church not made of brick.
It needs gargoyles and big glass doors
Send David, Alan, Ainslie, Rick.

Mulder's dangling from a bridge
Tony here's the deal.
James has to drop on top that sub
And make the stunt look real.

Hey Graeme Murray, you have to hurry
We need a set that's nifty.
Can Rob and crew build me a classroom
From, oh say 1950?

Shirley and Brad you got to decorate
Sets that give fans the creeps.
I'm sorry you never got a shot
At a room where Mulder sleeps.

We've got some actors in this scene
Who have to look like Nazis.
Jenni, Janice don't blame me
'Cause this idea was Spotsy's.

THE END

P.S. Props Guy, please don't forget to give back the Krycek arm. ;-D

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From Loligo Opalescens

Don't listen to her (LauraCap) about her not being talented -- at least she can write things that rhyme! I don't even have a poem for you. I know I've spent most of my time on this newsgroup writing about the writing, with the acting coming a distant second, but that doesn't mean that I haven't appreciated all the other aspects of the show. Because I have -- the show has always had such a unique look and feel; you've created an entire visual universe that is so slightly but so distinctively askew from our own. Every aspect of this show's production has contributed to its overall impact. I want to thank everyone in Vancouver for putting together this wonderful series that has been so much a part of my life for the last five years.

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Simple thanks

From Tony Delgrosso

Vancouver folks,

As probably the *least* creative on on atx-f (or at least the one that can't come up with something creative by a deadline), all I can say is thanks to each and every one of you.

The work you've done has been incredible. Your collective 'style' and touch will be sorely missed and forever appreciated.

Take a bow. :)

Cheers, best of everything, and thanks again.

Tony

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Just dropping by...

From Taya Marquardt

Just passing through...

Thanks to those of you ATXFers who took the time to write such beautiful, humorous, and/or touching tributes to the Vancouver crew...I hope your work reaches its intended audience.

And the biggest thanks of all to the Vancouver crew itself, for making this the most beautiful, complex, enjoyable show on television. You guys (gender- neutral) have done incredible work, and you will be missed. Best wishes for whatever now awaits you!

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Two words

From IcyCape33

To the X Files Crew in Vancouver, BC:

Thank you.

Respecfully, Silent Kathy

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VanXodus

From Barbara Ruef

To the Vancouver Crew...all 300 or so of you,

I was hoping the show could last the final two years in Vancouver but it wasn't meant to be. I can tell you, you'll all be sorely missed. I don't think we'll realize the full impact until we see the start of the new season. Not because LA doesn't have talent, but you've all built a wonderful family and team up there and it won't be possible to duplicate what you've accomplished in the last five years.

A special word to Bob Goodwin. I can't believe this is goodbye. I hope we see your name on some other Vancouver productions. Your contribution and leadership in steering the show is beyond my imagination. I remember watching one of the press kits from a year or two back and at that point you were saying how you found it hard to keep the hours and see your family. You've made quite a sacrifice for this job and, although it's certainly paid off in the organization and overall production of the show, it must have been a difficult stretch. It's understandable that you're staying behind in Washington, but the LA crew will suffer for your loss. Good luck in all future endeavors and you will hopefully get more quality time with your lovely and talented wife!

Another mention to Tom Braidwood. This is a sad day of reckoning to realize that you won't be bringing your special talent to the last two seasons of XF. I know you can fly to LA to continue your characterization of the coolest Gunman (how can anything be cooler than those furry vests?) but your work as first assistant director on the show has been a constant for so many years that it's a shame to see you stay behind. Good luck in the future!

Basically, everything I said goes for all the crew members...those we see in the credits and those whose names we may never know. I wish you all the best success and a speedy transition to your next position. You have all been appreciated and will be missed.

Thanks a million crewmembers!

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From Antrina McFarland

I just want to thank everyone in Vancouver for their extraordinary work on the X-Files. I feel lucky to have witnessed every outstanding final product of their efforts.

Good luck to you all on your future projects!

Trina

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