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Tag Archives: movies
He Said Yes To The Screenplay!
Eight words can really change your mood and the flow of your week, Modern Philosophers. As I was leaving work last night, I discovered a message from my producer, who had just read my screenplay adaptation of two of my … Continue reading
Best Supporting Catholic
“Ready for the big night?” The Devil asked as he strolled into the living room looking quite dapper in his tuxedo. “What’s with the tux?” I asked without really looking up from my book. “Are all the dry cleaners in … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, Oscars, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Academy Awards, The Devil
23 Comments
Farewell, Sweet Princess
There is much sadness across the galaxy, Modern Philosophers, at the news of the passing of Carrie Fisher. While a great writer and an actress of many roles, Fisher will be forever remembered by fan boys and girls throughout the … Continue reading
Ferris Thinks I’m A Pussy
The first time your inner Ferris Bueller calls you a pussy can come as a really shocker, Modern Philosophers! I was in the bathroom at work, throwing some cold water on my face to help wake me up, and when … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Love
Tagged Ferris Bueller, Humor, life, Lloyd Dobler, Modern Philosopher, movies, Philosophy, Relationships, Romance, sarcasm, satire
36 Comments
Shepherd or Screenwriter?
I’ve been hard at work on a new screenplay, Modern Philosophers, and things are going well. At last check, I had written 86 pages and there’s a general understanding of where the story is headed. If you’ve hung around this … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged editing, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, rewrites, sarcasm, satire, screenplay, screenwriting, writing
11 Comments
What Would You Do If I Gave You $10?
Let’s lighten up things around here, Modern Philosophers. Here’s a post that screams for participation, and I’d like to see the comments section overflowing with your replies. Feel free to answer more than once. This is a fun post meant … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Philosophy
Tagged free money, Fun, generosity, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, Philosophy, sarcasm, satire, spending spree, wish list
25 Comments
Which Fictional Character Would You Marry?
I love me some fiction, Modern Philosophers. Sure, the truth might be stranger in some instances, but fiction is exponentially more entertaining pretty much all the time. My marriage was definitely one of those circumstances when truth outdid fiction in … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Love
Tagged Books, fiction, Humor, Marriage, Modern Philosopher, movies, Rey, sarcasm, satire, Star Wars, television
54 Comments
Please Don’t Read This!
I hope you’re not wasting your time reading this, Modern Philosophers, because I really don’t have anything to say. It’s a quiet night at The House on the Hill, there’s a light rain falling, and I just felt like sitting … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged blogging, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, rain, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, screenwriting, visas, writing
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When Hollywood Tries To Apologize
It looks like Hollywood is trying to kiss and make up, Modern Philosophers. On Friday, my weekly column on The Good Men Project was about the time I met with Dr. Dre to discuss my screenplay, .33 Reverse Gunther. Everything … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged .33 Reverse Gunther, Dr Dre, Hollywood, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, Relationships, sarcasm, satire, screenwriting
16 Comments
Would Trump Strike Down Obi Wan?
Earlier this week, Modern Philosophers, I generated a huge number of Deep Thoughts after I posed the question: “Who the @#$% do I vote for now?” That, of course, was triggered by Bernie Sanders’ failure to win the California Primary … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics
Tagged Ben Kenobi, Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump, Humor, Modern Philosopher, movies, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Politics, sarcasm, satire, Star Wars
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