Screenwriting

Yes - and I sometimes unashamedly hide subtle clues as to who they are in my scripts. Actually, I hide lots of things in my scripts.

Martin Scorsese would be top of the list, his enthusiasm for cinema of all kinds is infectous and I would like to talk film with him. He's dead now but Robert Altman would be one as would the also deceased David Lynch. Would love to hang out with Jim Jarmusch as well. These are all directors but I could add more actors, writers etc.

That sounds crazy, but I’ll say it anyway:

I want to work with Christopher Nolan. Lol

God no. I don't do this to meet celebrities. There are artists I respect tremendously, and I'd love to chat with them and learn more about their process and thinking, but working with them brings a complicated dynamic, especially if you're coming at it as a sycophant.

I see it on set a lot and it causes me to lose respect for people.

Ooh I don’t have anything like this but I guess an absolute dream person to one day get the chance to be in the presence of would be Viola Davis

For anyone just landing here —

this post is two worlds colliding:

continuation:

I’m a world-builder, a mythology-bender, and a creator who finally watched YEARS of ideas snap into place like destiny clicking its seatbelt.

If imagination had a fuse,

I lit it.

If emotion had an amplifier,

I cranked it.

And if story universes could evolve…

mine just started M.E.W-tating.

If you’re into:

• cosmic-level character work

• mythology with modern teeth

• world-building that feels like a pulse

• stories that punch and hug at the same time

…pull up a chair.

This journey’s only getting louder.

last continuation:

The VS my theory

My interpretation: buckle up. No edits, nothing. Pure adrenaline!!

Title: Boom-Wacha-Lacka! A thud to the door.

Body:

I admit, this will feel crazy at first, but quickly, eloquently, it will turn into understanding. A few speed bumps along the way, that’s not normal in my neighborhood.

Everything is paved, perfectly. Emplaned beautifully. All roads labeled exactly where they bring you. Nothing is hidden, except in plain sight. Watch..(not wach!) my imagination guide yours.

Existence is questioned, but never broken, laws are corrected when crossed, no payment for pleasure, in the sense of simple communication.

Mythology and psychology combined.

Words and realities are formed, and never forgotten!

Best of all! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder !

Imagine galaxies never ending, but ever expanding, in purity! In Harmony.

My screenplay NEON was worthy of winning FIRST PLACE in three contests this year, (2025). I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention that the prize for winning one of the contests was a copy of a live recorded video consultation that I did with the legendary,

Writer/Producer/Director/"showrunner" of many prime time television dramatic series, Robert L. McCullough.

LOGLINE

Spanning decades from the 1950s to the turbulent streets of South Central Los Angeles, Neonfollows the life of Rodney “Neon” Robinson, a young boy raised in a military family whose life takes a dark turn after the loss of his father in the Korean War. As he grows, Neon struggles with identity, violence, and survival, ultimately rising as a leader within the Bloods gang. His journey is one of resilience, loss, and the relentless search for belonging in a world that seems determined to break him.

It’s Nemo from Mr. Nobody.

That movie changed a lot about how I see the world —

the meaning of choice, the butterfly effect, and the theory of parallel universes...

It’s truly a remarkable film and a remarkable character.

And the second reason I love it is because it inspired my best sci-fi idea:

The De-Evolution Game: Paradoxes Unleashed.

That is such a good question lol, mine would probably have to be Goro Majima from the Ryu ga Gotoku/Yakuza series. He's just so lovably crazy and fun, and best of all, layered.

Hi, Shirley Collier. It's cold and rainy here too. It's hard to pick a favorite, but one of my favorites is Batman. He has cool gadgets and tech, he cares about people/helps people, he's rich, he's a skilled fighter, and he deals with things that real people deal with.

For TV, I always come back to Buffy Summers. She’s the kind of character who evolves with you: every season asks more of her, emotionally and morally, and she keeps showing up anyway. Her strength isn’t just supernatural; it’s the way she carries responsibility even when it costs her.

For film, it’s Miles Morales. His story captures that blend of vulnerability, identity, culture, and rising to a moment you never thought you were ready for. His journey feels grounded and human, even with the multiverse exploding around him.

And for books, it has to be Aelin Galathynius from the Throne of Glass series. Watching her grow from a hardened survivor into someone capable of immense sacrifice and leadership is the kind of arc that stays with you. She’s flawed, fierce, loyal, and so deeply layered.

So impossible for me to stop at one so I hope you'll indulge me haha:

1. Archie Bunker - to me, the most well written sitcom lead ever.

2. Fraiser / Niles Crane - 2 sides of the same coin and some of the best-written characters in comedy TV.

3. Nathan Jessup - perhaps the villain I feel the most empathy for.

4. Marty Byrde - perfect combo of wit, pragmatism, sardonic, sarcastic and heroic traits all wound up in a character you're not entirely sure if you like or not.

5. Fletch - one of the best comedy characters ever written. Chevy Chase may not have been easy to get along with but few match his approach to comedic acting.

100% feeling all of that Juliana Philippi :)

Juliana Philippi What a powerful reflection, and such a beautiful way to close out the year. There’s something really special about that shift from resisting the work to embracing it, and you captured that perfectly. Once you show up consistently, the creative momentum starts to feel like it’s meeting you halfway. I love how intentionally you’re approaching your slate, and I can’t wait to see all the projects you’re lining up come to life.

Ashley Renee Smith Thank you!!! I will always remember your email, or post, asking me what I was doing, and if I would join November Write Club.

Juliana Philippi so well said!

Darrell Pennington Thank you so much: )

Cynna Ael That's why we are all so called to write, because of our different view points, there are others who will be seen by our stories! So cool Cynna. I gravitate in challenging the status quo on silence and allowing things, like injustice, prejudice, fear, and "cultural baggage" expectations from certain ethnic groups. I like challenging this, mixing the proverbial pot if you will, and taking this to comedy, thriller, drama, and now holidays : )

Cynna Ael Wow, that’s some speed! How do you do it?? I write horror, and I can’t even imagine if I sat down to write a Christmas comedy on the same day, how much the vibe would get completely mixed up!

Thanks Sebastian Tudores! It's been a wild ride to be able to get this done. But I'm so thrilled to have written after so many years of not being focused or energised enough.

love to hear it Cynna Ael - and that energy is contagious in the best of ways!

This is such an impressive update, Cynna Ael, not just in terms of output, but in the clarity of what you learned along the way. Two full scripts in such a short window, plus active rewrites on your rom-dramedy, is no small feat. That’s a level of discipline and follow-through that deserves a serious celebration.

I also love how honest you are about the discoveries that came with the process. Dream-casting characters is such a powerful tool, and you articulated exactly why: voice, movement, energy, and specificity. When you can “hear” your cast, the writing sharpens in a way that’s almost instinctual. But the piece that struck me the most was what you shared about community. So many writers default to isolation, and it’s always amazing to see what shifts when someone steps out of that habit and lets themselves be supported, encouraged, and challenged. You showed up for yourself this month, and it shows. You’re right, engaging doesn’t just help with networking; it helps with growth, momentum, and confidence.

I’m thrilled that NWC was a meaningful experience for you.

I like the idea, Rehaan Riyasdeen! It's unique. I can picture the script having all kinds of obstacles and twists.

Good idea.

But what if the two girls are twins?

The boy works so hard to save the kidnapped girl,

and when he finally finds her, she isn’t his girlfriend.

Then they begin searching together for the other twin.

Or what if the kidnapped twin he rescues lies and pretends to be his girlfriend?

Then a conflict arises between the two twins,

and he must figure out which one is truly his girlfriend.

Damn, that is a really good idea

Feel free to use it and expand it even more Rehaan Riyasdeen

Thank You

Hi, Chris Melillo. Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with reps.

Thank you

You're welcome, Chris Melillo. Hope you find an agent!

Hey @Sebastian Tudores. It's the last day of the month, and I wanted to check in and say, she's not a pretty pitch document yet. Rough draft is the phrase to use, but it is a completely written pitch document Ready for prettying up.

How are you doing on your end of our deal?

hi Elle Bolan ! sorry I'm late checking in. ended up having to take a short-notice 10hr drive west through the night and STILL recovering haha. CONGRATS!!! that's awesome and, really, the hard part.

it's interesting to see how everyone goes about it - I have a tough time not doing both the copy of the deck and the design set up at the same time. So I've been able to complete most sections - 1) still short of a mood board; 2) I realized I need to revisit my comps toward more of an 'elevated espionage thriller' vibe; 3) and need to simplify the synopsis. but definite progress - thank you for being my AP! :)

what app/software do you use for the 'prettying up'? I've found myself using almost exclusively Canva lately.

@Sebastian oh yes, Canva Pro all the way. I love how I can build the look of each slide in layers. I do have my images ready. So now I can clean up my copy and create the deck.

And thank you for the same! I needed it. I've been stalling for two weeks on this thing. Appreciate the nudge!

Hopefully you get some r&r in soon!

Go Canva Pro! ;) and thank you Elle Bolan - trying to use today's writing session as relaxation time... alas, apparently that doesn't go together with espionage thrillers haha

Nothing like a good secret mission to cool the jets, right? Haha

Thanks Maurice Vaughan, I do have the film version of that webinar on my to-watch list, so I'll check this one out, too.

Thank you, Meriem Bouziani, I hope so, too~ got a lot of stuff to keep me busy indefinitely haha

You're welcome, Banafsheh Esmailzadeh.

Banafsheh Esmailzadeh Congrats and wishing you a productive 2026!

Thanks Kseniia Zhuravleva! I hope the same for you, too~

Hi, Steven A. Wood. Catchy title. I like it! Reach out to the Success Team at success@stage32.com. Geoff and his team can help you connect with reps, executives, and more.

Congratulations, Francisco Castro!

COngratulations

THRILLED to hear ❤️❤️

Francisco, that's GREAT news! (Come on, Hollywood...get "The Splinter" filmed! Looking forward to seeing it!)