A young filmmaker recounts their first feature film experience, highlighting the complexities of collaboration, industry politics, and the bittersweet nature of film distribution.
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The post recounts the author's tumultuous experiences in Hollywood, emphasizing the unpredictability of filmmaking and the necessity of having multiple projects in development.
The author critiques the chaotic film and television industry while detailing their shift to creating original content through their company, Pure Hokum.
The author recounts their unique and challenging journey into the film industry, highlighting the absence of a clear career path and the persistence required to succeed.
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The post highlights bizarre criminal behavior by a paramedic, a creative death announcement by a professor, and the author's positive experience with the AI tool Claude.
In 2026, the author aims to reject corporate greed, embrace analog tools, and pursue creative independence while building personal platforms.
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2026-01-18 • productivity writing politics recommendations film
Updates on film projects, reflections on political issues, and insights into productivity tools and media recommendations highlight the author's creative journey.
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A collection of fascinating insights ranging from a Mallorca townhouse to critiques of American leadership and the history of Monopoly.
The post discusses the author's excitement about their script making the 2025 Blacklist while exploring existentialist character development and critiquing modern filmmaking techniques.
The post celebrates cultural works and personal growth while sharing insights on project management and the joy of pursuing lifelong interests like learning French.
The author shares their top stationery and productivity tools for the new year, blending personal reflections with practical recommendations.
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The blog highlights Ruth Wylie's art retrospective, Maggie Gyllenhaal's unconventional film, the Met's 3D art scans, and the vibrant world of French sign painting, alongside the sci-fi audio drama 'Derelict'.
The post covers significant photography awards, a new resource for fans, a world railway map project, and the centenary of the Bibendum chair, celebrating art and design.
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Claire Thomas's photography highlights the enduring nomadic traditions of livestock herding and eagle hunting in Mongolia's Altai Mountains.
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A roundup of notable cultural topics, including a film's making, a true crime story, an Everest skiing feat, a documentary, and a photography contest.
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Film students' inability to focus on screenings due to technology highlights the need for mandatory in-person attendance to prepare them for industry demands.
Cal Newport contrasts professional productions with YouTube content while contemplating the adaptation of audio plays into live theater, highlighting the concept of 'micro streamers.'
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2026-01-21 • art art exhibition dance memoir film
A roundup of cultural highlights featuring a dance performance, an art exhibition, a memoir about Kubrick, and a film review of 'The Train'.
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This post explores unique stationery, acclaimed actress Renate Reinsve, geopolitical insights from 'The Hour of the Predator', and innovative tools like Obsidian and William Hannah notebooks.
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This post explores Slow Watches, productivity tips from Carl Pullein, nostalgic media, a dream canal house, and the Vivaldi Browser as a European tech alternative.
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2026-02-11 • music art design architecture film
A diverse exploration of cultural highlights, featuring Tigran Hamasyan's music, Leonora Carrington's art, design theory, a film review, and a historic Georgian house.
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The author shares reflections on a successful year and plans for future content, inviting guest writers and wishing readers a Happy Holiday.
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2026-02-11 • blogging writing media books television shows
The author aims to return to daily blogging while sharing updates on their writing projects and recent media experiences.