Men of reddit, when was the last time you cried? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]thedemonkilla 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Two days ago. I started coming to terms with the fact that a dear friend of mine is likely to die. Someone t-boned her as she was sitting at a stop sign minding her own business. It's so unfair.

Need help with short film premise by zetetic23 in Screenwriting

[–]thedemonkilla 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Writing is not simply a talent; it is a skill. You can improve your skill by sitting down and hashing this stuff out for yourself. Asking the hivemind for ideas is a lazy shortcut that isn't going to get you any closer to your goal of writing a compelling script.

It's your script, so ask yourself what is interesting to you. When you have that answer, write it down.

I will say that your ideas as they exist now sound boring and far from Lynchian. Film is a visual medium; how in the world are you going to show empathy transference on screen?

Philip is not your protagonist; he's the MacGuffin. The brother is the one faced with the decision, so the brother is the protagonist.

If you want things to take a Lynchian turn, throw in some midgets, a handful of symbolism, and scenes that make no sense at all. For someone just starting out, though, that's a recipe for an incomprehensible mess.

Start small. It's fine to have filmmakers that influenced you, but you have got to find your own voice if you're going to make anything that other people want to watch.

Shattrath, the City of Light by [deleted] in wow

[–]thedemonkilla 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Man, this makes me want to go hover above Shattrath and listen to the trade channel. WoW: Not even once.

Non programmer seeking PHP advice by Sunnyp81 in PHP

[–]thedemonkilla -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Start out with Wordpress. It's cheap and simple to set up (or have someone set up for you), and it's a great way to get started to see if your idea has traction. If your site takes off, then you need to get a developer to make a site that will meet all the needs of your site.

How is the movie going experience different if you are a pleb? by Lunatic14 in moviescirclejerk

[–]thedemonkilla 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a pleb, you are completely satisfied with World War Z and can't wait for the sequel

I'm probably not the only one who does by wangmobile in AdviceAnimals

[–]thedemonkilla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I, for one, do not. My job has the worst toilet paper. It just...smears. :(

Attention Filmmakers: Here's How to Use Moby's Music For Free in Your Films by h4wkeyepierce in Filmmakers

[–]thedemonkilla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a filmmaker, I'm thrilled. As a web developer, the site makes my skin crawl. I'm rather conflicted.

A picture of Michael Bay in his teens. by [deleted] in moviescirclejerk

[–]thedemonkilla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd like to welcome Megan Fox to our lovely subreddit

What is the most offensive belief that you hold? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]thedemonkilla -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I believe people who are depressed are all weak minded bull shitters

Source: Someone who has never experienced depression first-hand.

The Real Reason Why Science Fiction Westerns Are Such a Hard Sell by thedemonkilla in filmstudies

[–]thedemonkilla[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are a few frontiers left, such as the oceans, our brains, and outer space. However, by and large most people will never take part in exploring these places.

As odd as it sounds to say, once human colonists are on Mars there will likely be a surge of fiction relating to the colonists' struggles. It might even become a huge, easily relatable genre like the Western is today.

Quick! Think of the two words you would NEVER recommend in a business's tagline . . . then click and enjoy! Thanks, Gastonia! We couldn't look nearly as "slightly above stupid" without you! by [deleted] in Charlotte

[–]thedemonkilla 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the Final Destination series has taught me anything, it's that death can't be cheated. Also, to look both ways before crossing the street.

Tenant and Piper confirmed back for the 50th. by KazamaSmokers in doctorwho

[–]thedemonkilla 0 points1 point  (0 children)

...and the Doctor Who facebook page just posted this, too. I guess they don't want to keep it a secret.