Seriously Serious

Year One.

That’s what I’ve labeled this chapter of my life. I’ve always been a writer but I’ve never actually dedicated myself to it. I’ve always written simply so I could direct. Directing is my number one passion. I love the communication, collaboration, and energy of directing a movie. I love telling stories. I was even crazy enough to produce two of my scripts into movies. Hence I am broke.

Currently I am hunting for a distributor for my most recent film, Victim’s Song. I have become a storyboard artist for hire. This is sometimes a fun job and helps pay the bills. However my heart still lies with directing. So since Victim’s Song didn’t break through into Sundance and rocket me into my next movie I have to make a new plan of attack. (a whole other blog could be written on the state of current film festivals and independent films)

I have decided that I need to write something that I can attach myself as a director. I know what you’re thinking. “Good luck, buddy.” (with a sarcastic ring to it) The goal is long term.

I have been inundating myself for the past few months with every book on screenwriting I can get my hands on. I’ve started from scratch and dedicated myself to studying every detail.

Already I can look back at my past five scripts and say, “Oh.” I see now what I must do. I see how to get better. Sometimes you have to strip yourself down to the basics and rebuild. It seems funny to find Year One after five scripts.

I've always felt that I've had the talent. I see now that I lacked the skills. Which I suppose is a good thing because anybody can learn a skill but talent is inherent.

So my journey begins. Let’s see where it takes me.