I am absolutely speechless. I can't even imagine someone doing that with my dog. I don't know how he'd be able to handle it -- he's with me 24/7 almost every day. That's just absolutely horrible. I'm so, so sorry that you and your dogs (and all the others) had to go through that. Just absolutely unbelievable. Civil liberties, R.I.P.
it was a very VERY long six months. I planned a follow up video once they were freed from doggy jail but I've just enjoyed spending time with them, so it's all good.
Talk about mangaing life! YOU are the benchmark my dear. xxx
You know the odd thing is that there was a minor rabies incident here about a week or two ago and now the authorities are mad with 'I told you so' power! LOL
I heard this was supposed to be funny? I watched it but I thought too much was put into it, if random things happened I would laugh, the best vid on YouTube has to be the Polish Dance - it's random, funny, and something you would rarely see. I don't hate the video, great job for producing for other people though.
Well I'm not sure if I would categorize it as "funny" either, although there is some humour- or at least what my sense of homour is - laced throughout in the details. This is my take on a not-so-funny real life situation going on right now for me - my dogs really ARE in quarantine and this is my attempt to poke fun at the overly seriuos nature of how the authorities in the UK treat rabies - an eradicated disease mind you.
Thanks for watching - and I take 'too much put into it' as a compliment because this video was not just captured by happenstance but by thought and many hours of labor. :)
oops, that was probably my fault. Well I thought the video was funny and I suspect the person that left this comment didn't realise you played all the parts.
well it was an honest opinion I suppose - people take videos at face value sometimes and don't understand where the person is coming from (ie the whole picture) so they are taken out of context like your featured vid. C'est la vie!
To find characters like these one must turn to the vacant portraits of Richard Avedon's In The American West series. The thing that saves these characters from tragedy, however, is LeSaMilano's masterful use of comedy. The difficult balancing act of blelnding humor and pathos is deftly achieved by this talented rising star.
I had a blast. I was star struck, lol! Can't wait to meet YOU, MWUAH! I love the male character you portray in this one. YOU ROCK! Hugs and kisses for you, and for the little furry ones too.
I can't have enough to look at this clip: those characters in B&W remind me of a Bergman's films where the camera was always on faces: really great. BTW, I love lesbians too and flya to them...
I know - 3-1/2 months left now.....just got back from daily visit which consisted of delivering turkey treats and cuddles - they gladly accepted both!
Thank you Brian. I just recently subscribed to you and am embarassed to say I only recently found you. What a dork! (I mean ME hahaha) I rifled through several of your vids and was very impressed. Wow!
We are all learning from each other here. It's amazing to look at the overall quality of videos people are putting up when we compare them to a year ago. Imagine in a year or two from now!
This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on Youtube. Excellent job. I'm so sorry for your poor baby pupsters. 15 yr. olds to boot!...so ridiculous. You should make a short of this and send it to the BBC. I bet they would love it as a human interest story. New Subscriber, Pattipi :)
WOW - thank you- what a wonderful compliment. You are so talented! Thanks for the sub, and right back at you!
I know - the dogs will turn 16 in March. What a place to be. aughh I feel so guilty about it but try to do my best getting up there every day. Hmmm...the BBC....you have given me an idea!
lol I just love that poodle gang member and your other characters. And thanks...You are quite talented yourself. :) Yeah, just make sure you tell the dogs whats going on all the time and that they will be back with you soon. I think they understand regardless of what anyone else says. :)
As long as they are confident you will be there with them they will be OK. I bet a lot of people are feeling the same way as you if this kind of quarentine is going on and I bet something like this would comfort them.
there are a lot of other dogs in the facility from all over the world - and I am one of the few visitors I see there, so I really feel sorry for the other dogs. Breaks yor heart seeing those little faces staring out! I am hoping mine will be able to cope another 4 plus months. ugh.
Outstanding video. The whole situation is so sad. I can't imagine having to make that decision, but there is no alternative. I hope you can smuggle in treats!
Riveting, Lesley. I suggest a doggy style prison break attempt. Oh. That didn't come out quite right. That is clearly another kind of video. But can't you pay someone off? Slip a little kibble into some corrupt bureaucrat's pocket? You can slip them out under cover of darkness. You'll have to change your name and identity and live a life on the lamb- but isn't it worth it?
I have been practising repelling so that I can climb those walls....of course the tricky part will be getting past the guard. This means steak...or giant chocoltae bars.
UGH. I can not step away for a minute. I miss way too much. Once again one of yours goes into the favorites list. I love your characters. BRILLIANT! I hope the pooches get out of the slammer soon.
Thanks Van. I really enjoy doing the characters - but I have to be completely alone and no one within earshot or I freeze. Damn! there goes my big break into an acting career! LOL
I was thinking about you this morning - hope you are feeling better. xox
Lesley! How did I miss this one? Damn! I don't know how you manage to keep smiling.. I'd be mightily pissed off. I was convinced that we don't do quarantine anymore - but I was obviously wrong. How long is six months in dog years? 3 and a half? Grrrrr. Bite those bureaucrats for me!
There is a lesser punishment of just a few days if you begin the process of rabies vaccinations and testing 7 months prior to when you want to arrive. Trying to jump through the hoops and leap those hurdles from Italy was nearly impossible. There are only two vet testing stations approved by the EEC -the closest being 3 hours from where I lived in Milan. No one understands the procedures, and there was a possibility of being denied.
My parents acquired a dog many moons ago in Latina and had to leave her in quarantine too. It was really stressful, as the dog (now sadly deceased) was miserable and the quarantine was too far away to visit regularly. I hope that you are nearer and that your dogs are not so pampered as to be overly sad. Roll on June!
OMG! ROTF leslie! And the Many faces of Milano are BACK! I love these thingies! You're a riot. I will be watching this series for sure. I still have BLUE somewhere. Thanks for entertaining me!
Thank you! I have a lot of fun doing the characters - I normally don't plan on what the character is until I put on the makeup and it sort of develops from there- no scripts because I get too nervous and mess up the lines - even in front of myself! LOL
You must be in love, your smile is more brilliant than ever:-) Congrats!! AND, this piece is well, 5*****stars for sure, more if I could. Truly amazing as is your talent.
Before I moved here I thought everything was hunky-dory for a short term quarantine because they have passports and microchips but at the last minute I found out they did not comply - so it was a big scramble to meet deadlines and get flights and reservations for the kennel (they are booked SOLID - what a RACKET!). Let's not even talk about the cost of all this! (lots of fingers in the pie) ....fodder for a future episode for sure! lol
Thank you for that. I still can't believe it -but they are doing ok - I do look forward to Spring when they can spend more time outdoors (me too! lol)
Great, sharply-drawn characters you've created here in service of a cause that deserves to be known. I feel terrible for you, Mattie & Mickie. Six months is an eternity in the life of dogs of their advanced years. I hope they can be returned to you soon.
Oh Lesley, I am so sad for you and your babies. 6 months? That is so ridiculous...and in 6 months how many times will they have to catch kennel cough, fleas, environmental stress? I am a volunteer for a Bichon Frise rescue nationwide, we quarantine for 16 days.Vets recommend 14. Do they have fresh blankets to lay on daily? I have tears in my eyes. You are such a wonderful Momma visiting them everyday. This video is outstanding! Your acting skills amaze me.
Oh I know you can totally relate since you have 3. The place is very well kept (for a kennel) and the dogs are totally isolated from other dogs. They were quite stressed in the beginning but are doing better now
(me too!). The people that work there take good care of them - water is always fresh and their 'cell' is clean with nice snuggly blankies. They have a large outdoor play area to stretch their legs and I can visit them daily.
Crazy times indeed. Thank you very much for coming by and watching. I have found some great You Tubers from Sugartalker, who is a great filmmaker himself. :)
This was great! The make-up for the characters was amazing! and isn't it funny how we can talk to the camera much more easily when no one is behind it!? LOL!
Thank you! For the makeup I used one black eyeliner only for all the characters. I usually only develop the character after I have played with the makeup to see what I 'feel' when it's on.
It is really only possible to do this sort of thing alone (and not even anyone can be within earshot! LOL)
This just wouldn't play for me but finally. So worth waiting for I just love your characters they are very believable. So sorry you will be separated from your babies for 6 months. Cheers, Lesley
Do they give them any comfort there or is it like boarding kennels, all concrete floors? Tho' as they were in Italy were they used to marble floors! Do English dogs speak a different language I wonder... ;-) L
argh! comments are flying out the wondow today!the kennel does have the concrete floors but i can't imagina anything else that would be sanitary in a place like that. They do have a warm snuggly bed with cusions and blankets and a heating lamp above it (20 pounds extra per month!) ...they also have a large outdoor pen. Ovearll the place is very clean, but it's still not home with mamma!
They are becoming linguists as there are dogs from all over the world in there :)
Of course it must be the doggie UN as they're all in quarantine. My friend was from India and I saw the 5 scars on her stomach from the huge needles they use for rabies vaccine that was scary. I thought safe doggies could be tested and have passports you see the film stars with their dogs? L
So, talented. It was so raw and edgy, so I stopped to read the side caption and almost fell out laughing realizing what it was actually about. So, funny.
wait - this coming from the mind that created Dimitri the Russian Prison Guard, Mind Prick, Jeremy Johnson, Dr. Rudolf Titler, Tex Rangle (well that doesn't count, he's related) ...!!! I'm not worthy!
(if You Tube paid me I'd have to get a day job! LOL )
I really think SugarTalker is what YouTube is all about. He always selflessly promotes and shares videos of others - I have found some great people through him.
Thank you so much for watching my vids and subbing - you made my night! Now I'm off to bed.
I was just saying to LuckyStrike that SugarTalker is a great You Tuber. He has directed me to some really terrific filmmakers and I am so flattered he shared my vid.
Great video! Sugartalker shared this video, and I'm glad he did because you do great work! I'll be sure to subscribe and check out your other videos.:)
I'm wondering perhaps if the bureaucrats quarantined themselves, it would help them acquire some common sense in policies...maybe even cure them of red-tape-icitis...
Looking forward to the next Cell Block K-9 episode.
Thank you Annie. I think you're on to something there - but let's make sure they go to a nice cold, wet and stinky kennel quarantine and not an 'offsite conference center' (aka golf course!)
Very well done! Sugartalker sent me here! (be sure to thank him) Remember, we've got serious quarantines even within the US. If you move from the US mainland to Hawaii, your pets might also be quarantined for six months.
Thank you very much! SugarTalker is one of my favourite filmmakers here on You Tube.
I knew about the Hawaii restrictions - but I think they are more sensible and are maximum 120 days. (which is more fitting for animals that need to have the follow up tests after vaccinations.) This is the ammount of time the UK's environmental agency recommeneded to ITSELF ! hahaha
Thank you Andy. I was just telling Gary (anakin) that I had never acted before YouTube - and I only seem to be able to get into a character as long as no one else is around. Well ...I can't vlog in front of anyone either so it's definitely a solo sport!
This has to be one of your best videos yet, Lesley! Great job! The editing is fantastic, and the characters you've created are so real. If there really are going to be more of these Cell Block videos, I look forward to them! Here's hoping that the 6 months aren't too hard!
Hahaha, well, I will be posting more videos soon I hope. I need to make some truly decent short films because I'm going through the application process for university and applying for film, so I need good things to show off in my demo reels! I also have a Comm Tech class next semester, so I'll be making some more things to post!
Another master piece from Mrs Lesley... I am so sorry baby, I hope everything gets better soon... You know? I see pets coming in and out of the United States every day, most of pet owners take them to the vet in Mexico since is cheaper and really close, all they need is their vaccines to get in and out, I just don't get it this...
Thank you Karla cara! I know that people used to take their dogs down to tijuana from So Cal to go to the vets down there and they never had a problem. I guess the UK is strict also because it's an island. Hawaii also has tougher restrictions but nothing like this.
You are sooo amazing. The first character, I know it's you, but I can't see nor hear you at all. Even though I still know it's "you," I could swear it's someone else! And I love the way you use sounds and music. But most of all, how on earth did you get so good at developing a male voice, wow! Your toy poodles are adorable and GB must be in the dark ages. So sorry! LOL @ outtakes.;)
*blushes* thank you very much Cecilia! - I love your comments! I cannot tell a lie - I can't do a male voice really - I did use my lower register but I tweaked the audio with an audio editing software.
My favourite part of the process is adding the music and sounds and little touches that make it pop. Too bad I spend hours ad hours at it! LOL
Yay for the UK authorities.. Make sure they lock up the poodles.. NOT! I hope you can see them at will.. :) I guess your mistake was that you were honest in the first place.. :) You should have smuggled them in..
Lesley, this was absolutely brilliant. Have you acted before? I'm just blown away by the makeup, the characterizations, the music, editing, and story. And to think...this is actually happening in your real life and you turned this painful situation into art. Amazing. 10,000 stars!
No - I have never acted before, and doubt I could seriously outside of the realm of sitting alone in front of my camera - as evidenced at the end of this video! I freeze and goo to mind blank in front of anyone.
I'll pass on some of those stars to the doggies :D
this is way over the top - you could do this for a living gal; beautifully acted, filmed and editied; an incredible creative work, so much so, I'll even type an exclamation mark -- here goes ... !!!!!!!
Hey...I thought you just did this videomaking for fun Lesley ? YOU got talent girl : )
Britain should relax these silly restrictions on visitors bringing pets into our country...after all they let MIKE TYSON come in for a boxing match!!! lmao
Well I think Britain made a deal with the US-Mike Tyson for the Beckhams! (Mike eats way more than the two put together and I think Posh has gone off ear meat!)
Hey thanks for returning to add such a nice comment! That means a lot coming from an artist like you! (Hey I saw you had a vid up about going home- need to go check my sub page and watch some vids!)
OMG! Poor puppies! Six months to a dog is like what? 3 1/2 years I think! This is a terrible thing. I am so sorry for you and your pups! Great video btw, as always!
OMG! Mollie wouldn't be able to stand it that long! She acts as if I've been gone forever when I just go out to check the mail! Seriously, I wouldn't be able to stand it either. Sending out good thoughts for you and your pups.
Yeah this was and is nothing short of brilliant in every way.
Sugartalker 2 years ago
I have to agree with Marc. I liked this just as much the second time around.
captainfury2007 2 years ago
thanks Steve- I was pleased with how this one came out - now if only I could actually *upload* another video sometime! LOL
LeSaMilano 2 years ago
I think I enjoyed this even more the second time around. You are a brilliant actress.
Perroquet51 2 years ago
thanks dahlink. Next time I'm in a restaurant and I see you, I'll be sure to give you my autograph- after I get my arse out of your face! LOL
(my all time fave video of yours)
LeSaMilano 2 years ago
I have to agree with you. It's mind blowing how smart this is.
captainfury2007 2 years ago
I like your choices... Both are ones I was particularly fond of...
PappyStu 2 years ago
thanks Pappy xox
LeSaMilano 2 years ago
My Great Dane is doing 25 to life for flossing his teeth with a skinny Postman.
ha7ed 2 years ago
hahaha how I missed this comment I don't know but it sure cracked me up! Hope you are still getting the post delivered ;)
LeSaMilano 2 years ago
I am absolutely speechless. I can't even imagine someone doing that with my dog. I don't know how he'd be able to handle it -- he's with me 24/7 almost every day. That's just absolutely horrible. I'm so, so sorry that you and your dogs (and all the others) had to go through that. Just absolutely unbelievable. Civil liberties, R.I.P.
nrgins 3 years ago
Wow.. I had no idea this happened. You have a wonderful way of managing life!
ItalianStallionette 3 years ago
it was a very VERY long six months. I planned a follow up video once they were freed from doggy jail but I've just enjoyed spending time with them, so it's all good.
Talk about mangaing life! YOU are the benchmark my dear. xxx
LeSaMilano 3 years ago
You need to call Amnesty International right now
Dial 1-800-pup-love
If cruelty to humans is inhumane
is cruelty to dogs indoge ?
kiaweking 3 years ago
They only have 2-1/2 weeks left! YAY!
You know the odd thing is that there was a minor rabies incident here about a week or two ago and now the authorities are mad with 'I told you so' power! LOL
LeSaMilano 3 years ago
fabulous! Wow, you are amazing!
sandieblack 3 years ago
aw shucks, thanks Sandie. Just having fun. :)
LeSaMilano 3 years ago
"...and I have nothing to report."
OhMyGawd - LOL!!!!
Another amazing cast of characters, Lesley - "Legs" is perfection.
Thanks for the bloops!
Elaina43 4 years ago
I always have miles more bloopers on film than the rest! LOL
Thanks Elaina!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
FORMER EYEBROW MODEL!!!! Superb. Kisses to the pups.
linnerdady 4 years ago
an honourable profession! hahaha thanks - will deliver the xxx tomorrow as it's their 16th birthday!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I heard this was supposed to be funny? I watched it but I thought too much was put into it, if random things happened I would laugh, the best vid on YouTube has to be the Polish Dance - it's random, funny, and something you would rarely see. I don't hate the video, great job for producing for other people though.
EliteXfp 4 years ago
Well I'm not sure if I would categorize it as "funny" either, although there is some humour- or at least what my sense of homour is - laced throughout in the details. This is my take on a not-so-funny real life situation going on right now for me - my dogs really ARE in quarantine and this is my attempt to poke fun at the overly seriuos nature of how the authorities in the UK treat rabies - an eradicated disease mind you.
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Thanks for watching - and I take 'too much put into it' as a compliment because this video was not just captured by happenstance but by thought and many hours of labor. :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
oops, that was probably my fault. Well I thought the video was funny and I suspect the person that left this comment didn't realise you played all the parts.
21stCenturyCat 4 years ago
well it was an honest opinion I suppose - people take videos at face value sometimes and don't understand where the person is coming from (ie the whole picture) so they are taken out of context like your featured vid. C'est la vie!
xx
hey and it is your fault! LOL
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
To find characters like these one must turn to the vacant portraits of Richard Avedon's In The American West series. The thing that saves these characters from tragedy, however, is LeSaMilano's masterful use of comedy. The difficult balancing act of blelnding humor and pathos is deftly achieved by this talented rising star.
robertpina99 4 years ago
If there were any way to frame comments this would be on my livingroom wall! Thank you. :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
wow...
BobTheAlmightyRabbit 4 years ago
is that good or are you under hypnotherapy? lol :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I really don't know anymore... KILL ALL HUMANS
BobTheAlmightyRabbit 4 years ago
OMG, Lesley, this is RIDICULOUS! 6 months???? At least you get visitation. I think I am going to cry now....I love you!
MelodyElize 4 years ago
yes- can you believe it? but we're down tpo the last 3 months now. They're doing well despite the prison.
Did you have fun in SF??
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I had a blast. I was star struck, lol! Can't wait to meet YOU, MWUAH! I love the male character you portray in this one. YOU ROCK! Hugs and kisses for you, and for the little furry ones too.
MelodyElize 4 years ago
Yes the UK , I have been told is horrible when it comes to move there with your pets! YUCK!
I love you Lisa. I feel creative just by watching your videos. Brava!
isaglow 4 years ago
Thank you so much - they still have three months left but are doing well. Poor babies!
Hope you are well - it's great to hear from you!
Lesley :)
xxooxx
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I can't have enough to look at this clip: those characters in B&W remind me of a Bergman's films where the camera was always on faces: really great. BTW, I love lesbians too and flya to them...
mickdales 4 years ago
Thank you - wow to be compared to Bergman?? I shudder to think what he'd think. What a nice compliment.
xx
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
yep..once if you remembre i said a poem you posted was 'poeish', now bergman...Am I pampering you? Non farci l'abitudine....
mickdales 4 years ago
I could get used to being pampered! Now I remember your Poeish comment. :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
we love you!
xxxx
Chocolatelesbians 4 years ago
yay!! I love the choccy lesbians!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
6months, OHMYGAWD!
kayleewyatt 4 years ago
I know - 3-1/2 months left now.....just got back from daily visit which consisted of delivering turkey treats and cuddles - they gladly accepted both!
:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
That was awesome!
havidwilcoment 4 years ago
thanks for watching - working on episode 2! stay tuned!
Lesley:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Ohhhhhhh! Soooo sad for such cuties!5 prison blues stars!
enjoythevoyage 4 years ago
I know!waaah! they have just over 4 months left - so they're definitely singing the jailhouse blues!
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I had to watch again. Funny thing, it was just as good the fourth time. Free Mattie and Mickie!!
timido66 4 years ago
thanks for driving through again Van. I am going to write my congressman or whatever you call it over here.
just over 3 months left! but they're doing ok.
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Oh god! They're so adorable! Who could do that to them?!
sweetXblood 4 years ago
they have crazy rules! But the puupies are cute and doing well :)
you're really making an evening of watching my videos! thanks!(you're brave!)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
really good,So i subbed you. Now free the dogs.:)
carolpaints 4 years ago
well thank you! (maybe you can make an appearance at the parole hearing! hehehe)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
that would be good.haha!:)
carolpaints 4 years ago
Wow was this good. This is the kind of video that makes me want to do so much better at my own. You're an inspiration to me, seriously.
bnessel1973 4 years ago
Thank you Brian. I just recently subscribed to you and am embarassed to say I only recently found you. What a dork! (I mean ME hahaha) I rifled through several of your vids and was very impressed. Wow!
We are all learning from each other here. It's amazing to look at the overall quality of videos people are putting up when we compare them to a year ago. Imagine in a year or two from now!
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on Youtube. Excellent job. I'm so sorry for your poor baby pupsters. 15 yr. olds to boot!...so ridiculous. You should make a short of this and send it to the BBC. I bet they would love it as a human interest story. New Subscriber, Pattipi :)
pi314too 4 years ago
WOW - thank you- what a wonderful compliment. You are so talented! Thanks for the sub, and right back at you!
I know - the dogs will turn 16 in March. What a place to be. aughh I feel so guilty about it but try to do my best getting up there every day. Hmmm...the BBC....you have given me an idea!
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
lol I just love that poodle gang member and your other characters. And thanks...You are quite talented yourself. :) Yeah, just make sure you tell the dogs whats going on all the time and that they will be back with you soon. I think they understand regardless of what anyone else says. :)
pi314too 4 years ago
As long as they are confident you will be there with them they will be OK. I bet a lot of people are feeling the same way as you if this kind of quarentine is going on and I bet something like this would comfort them.
pi314too 4 years ago
there are a lot of other dogs in the facility from all over the world - and I am one of the few visitors I see there, so I really feel sorry for the other dogs. Breaks yor heart seeing those little faces staring out! I am hoping mine will be able to cope another 4 plus months. ugh.
thanks for your generous comments xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Outstanding video. The whole situation is so sad. I can't imagine having to make that decision, but there is no alternative. I hope you can smuggle in treats!
Sandguy99 4 years ago
Thank you. They are holding up pretty well, probably due to the doggy choccy treats I slip under the matt! :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
COOL VID. GREAT ACTING.
moomay11649 4 years ago
thanks moomay! :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Wow, great acting! Poor dogs. Quarantine in such lousy barracks!
MaxwellsDemon2000 4 years ago
Thanks Max - its fun pulling those characters out of my head! (but not fun seeing my poor little doggies in jail!)
:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
1. Brilliant
2. Real sorry about the dogs
3. Brilliant
4. You and your crew seem to be having too much fun. Aren't there work rules in Britain?
5. Did I mention, "brilliant"?
tlg847 4 years ago
1. Thank you
2. Thanks - less than 5 months left!
3. THANKS!
4. We're making them up as we go along!
5. I might have heard something...say what?
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Riveting, Lesley. I suggest a doggy style prison break attempt. Oh. That didn't come out quite right. That is clearly another kind of video. But can't you pay someone off? Slip a little kibble into some corrupt bureaucrat's pocket? You can slip them out under cover of darkness. You'll have to change your name and identity and live a life on the lamb- but isn't it worth it?
mickmusing 4 years ago
Frankly what is needed is a missionary! hehhe
I have been practising repelling so that I can climb those walls....of course the tricky part will be getting past the guard. This means steak...or giant chocoltae bars.
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
O M F G ! You are truly into what you make. Excellent videography and you are very actor! Simply amazing
debstef 4 years ago
I was really trying to be videographicalogicamal. hehhe Thank you - it's hard work this You Tubin, isn't it? NOT!
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
UGH. I can not step away for a minute. I miss way too much. Once again one of yours goes into the favorites list. I love your characters. BRILLIANT! I hope the pooches get out of the slammer soon.
timido66 4 years ago
Thanks Van. I really enjoy doing the characters - but I have to be completely alone and no one within earshot or I freeze. Damn! there goes my big break into an acting career! LOL
I was thinking about you this morning - hope you are feeling better. xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Lesley! How did I miss this one? Damn! I don't know how you manage to keep smiling.. I'd be mightily pissed off. I was convinced that we don't do quarantine anymore - but I was obviously wrong. How long is six months in dog years? 3 and a half? Grrrrr. Bite those bureaucrats for me!
SohoSquare 4 years ago
There is a lesser punishment of just a few days if you begin the process of rabies vaccinations and testing 7 months prior to when you want to arrive. Trying to jump through the hoops and leap those hurdles from Italy was nearly impossible. There are only two vet testing stations approved by the EEC -the closest being 3 hours from where I lived in Milan. No one understands the procedures, and there was a possibility of being denied.
grrr indeed. Is it June yet?
xx
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
My parents acquired a dog many moons ago in Latina and had to leave her in quarantine too. It was really stressful, as the dog (now sadly deceased) was miserable and the quarantine was too far away to visit regularly. I hope that you are nearer and that your dogs are not so pampered as to be overly sad. Roll on June!
SohoSquare 4 years ago
just 3 miles TF! :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
OMG! ROTF leslie! And the Many faces of Milano are BACK! I love these thingies! You're a riot. I will be watching this series for sure. I still have BLUE somewhere. Thanks for entertaining me!
Clarachk 4 years ago
Thank you! I have a lot of fun doing the characters - I normally don't plan on what the character is until I put on the makeup and it sort of develops from there- no scripts because I get too nervous and mess up the lines - even in front of myself! LOL
thank YOU for watching!
Lesley
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
You must be in love, your smile is more brilliant than ever:-) Congrats!! AND, this piece is well, 5*****stars for sure, more if I could. Truly amazing as is your talent.
Hug Life, Marylou ^-^
blueclouds4me 4 years ago
Thank you for your thoughtful comment Marylou - no hiding some things that's for sure - I've never been good at keeping secrets anyway! lol
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Poor pups, I couldn't even imagine leaving my pup for 6 months. Great video, though!
Minniver 4 years ago
Before I moved here I thought everything was hunky-dory for a short term quarantine because they have passports and microchips but at the last minute I found out they did not comply - so it was a big scramble to meet deadlines and get flights and reservations for the kennel (they are booked SOLID - what a RACKET!). Let's not even talk about the cost of all this! (lots of fingers in the pie) ....fodder for a future episode for sure! lol
Thanks Minn :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Fantastic video! I'm sorry that Mattie, Mickie and you have to though this. It's good that at least you can visit them regularly.
meowseven 4 years ago
Thank you for that. I still can't believe it -but they are doing ok - I do look forward to Spring when they can spend more time outdoors (me too! lol)
cheers
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Great, sharply-drawn characters you've created here in service of a cause that deserves to be known. I feel terrible for you, Mattie & Mickie. Six months is an eternity in the life of dogs of their advanced years. I hope they can be returned to you soon.
maxruehl 4 years ago
Wow thank you very much for the compliment and your thoughtful comment. They are doing pretty well but boy do I miss them! waah!
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Oh Lesley, I am so sad for you and your babies. 6 months? That is so ridiculous...and in 6 months how many times will they have to catch kennel cough, fleas, environmental stress? I am a volunteer for a Bichon Frise rescue nationwide, we quarantine for 16 days.Vets recommend 14. Do they have fresh blankets to lay on daily? I have tears in my eyes. You are such a wonderful Momma visiting them everyday. This video is outstanding! Your acting skills amaze me.
cynlynj 4 years ago
Oh I know you can totally relate since you have 3. The place is very well kept (for a kennel) and the dogs are totally isolated from other dogs. They were quite stressed in the beginning but are doing better now
(me too!). The people that work there take good care of them - water is always fresh and their 'cell' is clean with nice snuggly blankies. They have a large outdoor play area to stretch their legs and I can visit them daily.
Thanks so much - you are so kind Cindy!
Lesley xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
The whole worlds gone Guantanamo mad. Great acting and production. Another gem recommended to me by Sugartalker.
idasputem 4 years ago
Crazy times indeed. Thank you very much for coming by and watching. I have found some great You Tubers from Sugartalker, who is a great filmmaker himself. :)
Lesley
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This was great! The make-up for the characters was amazing! and isn't it funny how we can talk to the camera much more easily when no one is behind it!? LOL!
Illuminatta 4 years ago
Thank you! For the makeup I used one black eyeliner only for all the characters. I usually only develop the character after I have played with the makeup to see what I 'feel' when it's on.
It is really only possible to do this sort of thing alone (and not even anyone can be within earshot! LOL)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This just wouldn't play for me but finally. So worth waiting for I just love your characters they are very believable. So sorry you will be separated from your babies for 6 months. Cheers, Lesley
flydarling 4 years ago
Top notch vid! 5*s and favourited of course :)
voxinabox 4 years ago
Thank you Vox. That means a lot coming from 'The Man With the Voice' of You Tube!
:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
lol
voxinabox 4 years ago
thanks for perservering Lesley - I've had the same problem at times and YT has been slow this weekend.
It's down to less than 5 months now- but I'm sure will seem like an eternity. can't wait to have them home safe and sound.
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Do they give them any comfort there or is it like boarding kennels, all concrete floors? Tho' as they were in Italy were they used to marble floors! Do English dogs speak a different language I wonder... ;-) L
flydarling 4 years ago
argh! comments are flying out the wondow today!the kennel does have the concrete floors but i can't imagina anything else that would be sanitary in a place like that. They do have a warm snuggly bed with cusions and blankets and a heating lamp above it (20 pounds extra per month!) ...they also have a large outdoor pen. Ovearll the place is very clean, but it's still not home with mamma!
They are becoming linguists as there are dogs from all over the world in there :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Of course it must be the doggie UN as they're all in quarantine. My friend was from India and I saw the 5 scars on her stomach from the huge needles they use for rabies vaccine that was scary. I thought safe doggies could be tested and have passports you see the film stars with their dogs? L
flydarling 4 years ago
If I only were a celebrity - I'd have no problems getting a visa either! (ahh- endless material for videos this immigration lark! lol)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
You're a celebrity to us! L
flydarling 4 years ago
OMG...you are a freaking RIOT! : )
So, talented. It was so raw and edgy, so I stopped to read the side caption and almost fell out laughing realizing what it was actually about. So, funny.
Peace,
Angie
feelgoodnation 4 years ago
hahah Thanks Angie! I'm glad you got into the film a bit before you read that - makes it a little more interesting!
xox
Lesley
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
omg i never knew you had this in you, you are an awesome actress, even your make up is awesome!
SimplyMelissa101 4 years ago
I never knew I did either, Melissa! LOL
You Tube brings out some strange things out of of doesn't it? Thank you xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
WOW. wow wow wowwowwow! Lesa that was incredible. I had to double take on the first charecter. I thought there is no way that could be her. 10 stars!
captainfury2007 4 years ago
hahaha thanks! That when I uploaded the take from my cam on that first character I was a little startled, too!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
very good csi, uk! 5 stars!lol jim
romapsychic 4 years ago
Oh no- shall I strike a Horatio pose??!! hahah
thanks jim!
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
OMG! How do you do it? LMAO! Just wow! I don't know how you did that guys voice, that's just crazy to me.
VlogginUs5000 4 years ago
Thanks William! I had fun editing this one for sure. The voice was tricky but I confess - I did use an audio editor to lower it a tad more. ;)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Well you used it wisely because you can't tell one was used. Normally you would be able to tell.
VlogginUs5000 4 years ago
Thanks for sending Sugartalker , I hope your dogs get out of jail soon . ***** :o)tm
uncledave10 4 years ago
Thank you for watching - less than 5 months left now (unless I slip them a small shovel in the next chewy bone bag!) :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
lol
uncledave10 4 years ago
Wow! You have great talent! The acting, editing, filming, all superb!
foundonline 4 years ago
thank you! I'm just having fun! who knew?? hehehe
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This was very well done. Very creative work. this is real talent.
moviegoer167 4 years ago
Thank you! your user name makes the compliment extra special.
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
OMFG!!!! You're way too good for YT! Brilliant characters! You should get paid to do this!
I'm gonna feature this on my page!
rextangle 4 years ago
wahoo! Thanks Rexy!
wait - this coming from the mind that created Dimitri the Russian Prison Guard, Mind Prick, Jeremy Johnson, Dr. Rudolf Titler, Tex Rangle (well that doesn't count, he's related) ...!!! I'm not worthy!
(if You Tube paid me I'd have to get a day job! LOL )
thanks for the featuroo! xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Well, my stuff is kindergarten level next to your stuff, so I bow to your talents.
rextangle 4 years ago
well I'm older. Dammit. hehehe
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
I really think SugarTalker is what YouTube is all about. He always selflessly promotes and shares videos of others - I have found some great people through him.
Thank you so much for watching my vids and subbing - you made my night! Now I'm off to bed.
cheers,
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Wow - brilliant stuff *subscribes* Once again, SugarTalker steers people in the right direction!
zebidee55 4 years ago
I was just saying to LuckyStrike that SugarTalker is a great You Tuber. He has directed me to some really terrific filmmakers and I am so flattered he shared my vid.
Thank you for watching and the subbie!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Great video! Sugartalker shared this video, and I'm glad he did because you do great work! I'll be sure to subscribe and check out your other videos.:)
LuckyStrike502 4 years ago
Thank you - SugarTalker is a great You Tuber and makes wonderful films, doesn't he?
thank you for stopping by and watching!
cheers,
Lesley :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Yes, all of his videos are amazing, and I always look forward to the next one!
LuckyStrike502 4 years ago
Very powerful vid, Lesley.
I'm wondering perhaps if the bureaucrats quarantined themselves, it would help them acquire some common sense in policies...maybe even cure them of red-tape-icitis...
Looking forward to the next Cell Block K-9 episode.
anniehiggy 4 years ago
Thank you Annie. I think you're on to something there - but let's make sure they go to a nice cold, wet and stinky kennel quarantine and not an 'offsite conference center' (aka golf course!)
stay tuned (it's gonna be a long six months!)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Very well done! Sugartalker sent me here! (be sure to thank him) Remember, we've got serious quarantines even within the US. If you move from the US mainland to Hawaii, your pets might also be quarantined for six months.
Bobchai 4 years ago
Thank you very much! SugarTalker is one of my favourite filmmakers here on You Tube.
I knew about the Hawaii restrictions - but I think they are more sensible and are maximum 120 days. (which is more fitting for animals that need to have the follow up tests after vaccinations.) This is the ammount of time the UK's environmental agency recommeneded to ITSELF ! hahaha
please send me some Hawaiian weather!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
LeSaMilano: Hawaiian weather. I'll have my brother Hugh send you some! I have also sent your channel stuff to him!
Bobchai 4 years ago
thanks! I could use some about now. You can take the girl out of southern california, but you can't take southern california outta the girl!
I got your PM - will respond in the morning as it's already way past my bedtime~!
nighty night!
Lesley:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
That was brilliant. A great way to approach the subject & very well done.
Your acting was superb btw.
I'm always a sucker for a video that puts the bloopers on the end as well.
Looking forward to Episode 2 :)
andymooseman 4 years ago
Thank you Andy. I was just telling Gary (anakin) that I had never acted before YouTube - and I only seem to be able to get into a character as long as no one else is around. Well ...I can't vlog in front of anyone either so it's definitely a solo sport!
I have MILES of bloopers so look out! hehehe
:)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Can I come of the shed now? Have you finished?
randomwritings 4 years ago
one more collab script to do dear, hang on!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This has to be one of your best videos yet, Lesley! Great job! The editing is fantastic, and the characters you've created are so real. If there really are going to be more of these Cell Block videos, I look forward to them! Here's hoping that the 6 months aren't too hard!
watcherfilmsinc 4 years ago
Caleb your comments are always dyn-o-mite! thank you! So why haven't we seen more of your clever films lately huh???
anyway, I do have more plans for the Cell Block series ...stay tuned!
Lesley xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Hahaha, well, I will be posting more videos soon I hope. I need to make some truly decent short films because I'm going through the application process for university and applying for film, so I need good things to show off in my demo reels! I also have a Comm Tech class next semester, so I'll be making some more things to post!
watcherfilmsinc 4 years ago
Hey good luck with all that - I'm sure you'll do well. They'll be fighting over you!
Look forward to your posts. :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Best one yet how did you do the man voice faved it
clubsoda921 4 years ago
thank you! I used my lower speaking voice but also used an audio software to change it a bit. :)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Another master piece from Mrs Lesley... I am so sorry baby, I hope everything gets better soon... You know? I see pets coming in and out of the United States every day, most of pet owners take them to the vet in Mexico since is cheaper and really close, all they need is their vaccines to get in and out, I just don't get it this...
MrsAtomicUs5000 4 years ago
Thank you Karla cara! I know that people used to take their dogs down to tijuana from So Cal to go to the vets down there and they never had a problem. I guess the UK is strict also because it's an island. Hawaii also has tougher restrictions but nothing like this.
boo hoo!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
You are sooo amazing. The first character, I know it's you, but I can't see nor hear you at all. Even though I still know it's "you," I could swear it's someone else! And I love the way you use sounds and music. But most of all, how on earth did you get so good at developing a male voice, wow! Your toy poodles are adorable and GB must be in the dark ages. So sorry! LOL @ outtakes.;)
charlee2552 4 years ago
*blushes* thank you very much Cecilia! - I love your comments! I cannot tell a lie - I can't do a male voice really - I did use my lower register but I tweaked the audio with an audio editing software.
My favourite part of the process is adding the music and sounds and little touches that make it pop. Too bad I spend hours ad hours at it! LOL
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Yay for the UK authorities.. Make sure they lock up the poodles.. NOT! I hope you can see them at will.. :) I guess your mistake was that you were honest in the first place.. :) You should have smuggled them in..
KurtGnu 4 years ago
I know you feel much safer and more secure in the knowledge these beasts are under strict control. I am going to have to stop this honesty lark!
(I will be smuggling in a file and a small shovel in their next biscuit delivery! lol)
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Buy them some biscuits from Barney.. I'll settle not if but when we meet.. whenever that'll be..
KurtGnu 4 years ago
You're on. :)
Would Barney like to include a card? hehehe
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
and a small drop of something to warm us up while we are freezing to death in the cell?
randomwritings 4 years ago
choccy drops?
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Lesley, this was absolutely brilliant. Have you acted before? I'm just blown away by the makeup, the characterizations, the music, editing, and story. And to think...this is actually happening in your real life and you turned this painful situation into art. Amazing. 10,000 stars!
anakin1814 4 years ago
Gosh thanks Valentine. What a thoughful comment.
No - I have never acted before, and doubt I could seriously outside of the realm of sitting alone in front of my camera - as evidenced at the end of this video! I freeze and goo to mind blank in front of anyone.
I'll pass on some of those stars to the doggies :D
xxoooxx
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
This is art, and I loved it. Really brilliant. What a bizarre policy....6 months?
bartolemeo 4 years ago
thank you!
- yep - it's based on old standards of testing from before there were advancements in testing procedures and vaccinations.
waah poor pups!
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
this is way over the top - you could do this for a living gal; beautifully acted, filmed and editied; an incredible creative work, so much so, I'll even type an exclamation mark -- here goes ... !!!!!!!
MotherReiver 4 years ago
wow! I am going to frame this comment! Thank you Mother - you being the graphic arts wiz I am humbled and flattered.
thanks for the exclammatory remarks! xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Hey...I thought you just did this videomaking for fun Lesley ? YOU got talent girl : )
Britain should relax these silly restrictions on visitors bringing pets into our country...after all they let MIKE TYSON come in for a boxing match!!! lmao
5 stars and favoriting *****
Billy.....xx
payit4ward 4 years ago
Maybe I've been having TOO MUCH fun! LOL
Well I think Britain made a deal with the US-Mike Tyson for the Beckhams! (Mike eats way more than the two put together and I think Posh has gone off ear meat!)
thank you! xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
Oh and I love how you managed to turn such a terrible thing into such a wonderful piece of art. You Rock Lesley!
daligoddess2006 4 years ago
Hey thanks for returning to add such a nice comment! That means a lot coming from an artist like you! (Hey I saw you had a vid up about going home- need to go check my sub page and watch some vids!)
xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
OMG! Poor puppies! Six months to a dog is like what? 3 1/2 years I think! This is a terrible thing. I am so sorry for you and your pups! Great video btw, as always!
daligoddess2006 4 years ago
I think you're right on the estimation Kim - and at their age (16 in March) I bet it's double that. Thank you xox
LeSaMilano 4 years ago
OMG! Mollie wouldn't be able to stand it that long! She acts as if I've been gone forever when I just go out to check the mail! Seriously, I wouldn't be able to stand it either. Sending out good thoughts for you and your pups.
daligoddess2006 4 years ago <