But need to visit as soon as possible! Museums come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Some of them house the world’s most prized possessions, from classical paintings to scientific artifacts. Some preserve local and national history. And others, well, they offer a more unique experience to their patrons. These…

Do you ever have so many good ideas that you become overwhelmed by them? And then they all blend together and get lost in each other because you don’t have the time or means to accomplish those ideas? So, then you are left with this empty feeling of failing at…

How These Three Classic Horror Films Execute Uncanniness to Perfection In 1919 Sigmund Freud published a piece called The Uncanny, which became one of the most influential theories in the psychoanalytic approach to anything horror. The Gothic novel The Sandman acted as inspiration for Freud’s writing as they both explored the ways horror is aroused. …

Leave Synthespians Alone! Motion Capture and Posthumous Performances Are People Too! “Apes together strong.” This quote, from War for Planet of the Apes (one of the best films of 2017), was uttered by the lead character in the concluding chapter of Matt Reeve’s prequel trilogy. Caesar, played by Andy Serkis, is the central character and emotional backbone of all three films. …

It’s not cheating. It’s just another way to experience the world. I thought I would be itching to travel considering the state of the world in 2020. The more you can’t travel, the more you want to go somewhere, right? Maybe not. I don’t find myself wanting to drive across…

When I procrastinate, I still always get the job done. I wait until the last possible minute to do things. There is a force that keeps me from getting tasks done. It’s a lifestyle choice. And I would bet it’s a popular one. But how do you come to terms…

Because like Rocky, writing is all about heart, perseverance, and grit. Writing is kind of like boxing. You enter a metaphorical ring and try your best to outlast the opponent. In the case of writing, the opposition is a blank page and the fear of rejection. Here’s why writers should…

How Being an Assistant Made Me a Better Person… Years Later Does anyone WANT to be a personal assistant? You make phone calls, run errands, book car rentals, complete Amazon orders, and do God knows what else… Is it really a job where people find happiness? Most likely, not. But…

I love music. Most people do. But I don’t just love it. I use it. I’m a writer. I write screenplays and stage plays. And every single one of my scripts has an unofficial soundtrack. Music helps me get into character, set the tone, and feel the theme of the…