Sometimes the Universe provides us with a break even if we don’t think we can afford to take one. I’ve been in Chicago the last few days. I was invited to give the opening keynote for Fortune Brands. What an amazing group of companies. I had the opportunity to meet and speak with their CEO [...]
It may not sound huge to you but it feels huge to me. My original screeplay submitted to a screenplay competition was ranked in the top 200 out of thousands. That was my original story which some experts said wasn’t good. Hmmmm…… I think the key is stay true to yourself and your inspiration. That [...]
Well, I’ve found that over the last week I’ve been blocked, had breakthroughs, gotten stuck and unstuck more times than I can to remember. Each time I find a new way to move forward is exhilarating. Each setback the pits. It is difficult to not blame myself for not thinking harder or smarter. I often [...]
My goodness what a process. I’m on my third totally different version of the plot. I think I’m finally on to something as it blends the best of the first two. I’m trying to gather information and examples of how to write a dream/nightmare in a screenplay. I use 3 by 5 cards as recommended [...]
I love TUT’s messages (www.TUT.com). The one this AM had a link to an audio clip. In the audio clip Mike Dooley talks about how we feel often as if there is something wrong with us. (Yes, that’s me from time to time.) That we feel we are doing something wrong and hit glass walls [...]
Well, I’ve asked the Universe for a clear sign. So far nothing. I’ve decided based on the advice of numerous mentors to write a love letter to the Universe clearly stating my desires. Saying “Yes” to this new path and saying “NO!” to some other opportunities the Universe has deemed I need to respond to. [...]
In the film business a concept statement is called a Logline. Newly minted… A man, avenging the woman he loves, uncovers a conspiracy so corrupt, that if revealed will destroy the Catholic Church. The reaction so far is GREAT.
I’m stuck again and feeling badly about myself and my work. I’m human! I have submitted my original screenplay to all of the other competitions but Sundance. It is due to them in 10 days. I met with my son, Connor, on Friday (He’s in film school and just landed his first PAID role in [...]
I’m back on top of the world. Sundance just emailed me and based on the ‘agent’s recommendation they have invited me to send my entire screenplay directly to them. I live for deadlines and this one is September 1st.
I’m continuing to work in a vacumn. Some days go well and some don’t. This is a humbling experience for me. Taking risks are hard. It’s one thing to talk about it, encouraging others and it’s another thing altogether when it’s you out there on the line. No matter what it is important for me [...]