For St. Louis filmmaker Oscar Madrid (right), and partner in crime Jim Ousley (left) film making in St. Louis is all about the dream.

"The idea would be to start here and eventually make the big move," according to Madrid.

That move hasn't come yet, but after receiving accolades in some smaller film festivals for their self described "mocumentary" "Hooch and Daddy-O," the pair has enlisted some local bands to help them raise money for their next movie project.

This is how it works for people who haven't been discovered by Spielberg yet. You scrape up money and help where you can. Fortunately, Madrid says, St. Louis has proven to be fertile ground for this.

"It's a nurturing environment for a filmmaker as the whole process is still somewhat of a novelty here. You'll find that local professionals in the industry are willing to help out on the cheap or even for free. That's obviously key for the low-budget filmmaker."

Madrid is St. Louis area guy, quick with the answer to, "where did you go to high school?"

"Francis Howell North High School. I'm glad you asked that - it tells you all you need to know about me. I'm from the OTHER side of the river."

He spends his days testing software, or, as he terms it, breaking things for a living. But now, he thinks he and Ousley are on to something with their next effort, "The Bloodfest Club." (Obviously another spoof)

If you'd like a chance to hear about their plans yourself, you'll get it at the "Killer Rock Jam" they're throwing Memorial Day weekend. (Friday May 23rd to be exact) They will also be looking for people to put in the movie!

So a week from Friday, you can go to a bar, see bands, meet filmmakers, and become a star. Not bad. And you'll still have two days left in your weekend! The flyer is below.