In this short historic drama set in 1846, a woman of means loses her fortune and unexpectedly finds love in a sylvan setting. Writing to her cousin, she confesses her new love affair.
Director's notes:
Be STIHL my beating heart.
It’s no secret that the locals have been wondering where I’ve gone. I have fallen in love, and it’s a strange new affection.
This is a fan video. I was not paid by STIHL to make this, rather, I am extremely grateful to have my arm socket intact. I really love my Easy2Start chainsaw, and I love sewing historical garments from 1840 - 1860. Those loves, plus an unusual sense of humour, came together to make this small film. Oh - plus one very long suffering and patient partner. Thanks Lonely Gentleman!
I do also rely on our Silky Big Boy saw. It's gotten me out of a few chain saw debacles. The Esker bucksaw possesses the toothy stealth necessary for night work. The Hultafor axe is a woodcutter's delight, and is not hard on the eyes.
Thomas Carlyle said "Man is a tool using animal...."
Directed by Miranda Stone
Voice - Erin Brownson
Lovesick Lady - Miranda Stone
Lonely Gentleman - Christopher Hale
The Woman of the House - Laura Pallek
The Boys - Jasper Pallek, Rowan Pallek, Tavin Pallek
Filmed by Chris Hale and Miranda Stone
Nocturne 15 op. 55 no. 1 in F Minor by Frederic Chopin
performed by Cynthia Berberian Hale M.D.
Wardrobe design and construction by Miranda Stone
Chicken Wrangler - James
Bread by Chris Hale. It’s simply the best.
Thank you to
All Who Wander Flower Farm in Dundas, Ontario
Lang Pioneer Village in Lang, Ontario
Edu Pallek
Luke Parker
Karunaa
Filmed October 2023 - May 2024