One somewhat controversial thing I believe about writing is that it's very good to be able to imitate other writers' styles. Other writers and scholars thereof might disagree, failing to see any practical application for it, and protesting that it's more important to refine and develop your own unique voice rather than trying to copy … Continue reading The skill in imitation
31 Plays in 31 Days, #27 – “Grow Up”
Ugh. So here's the problem with this scene. It's another for the Fraiser spinoff pilot, but it uses an idea I'm not sure I want to include. I really want to have Freddy believe that David came to him in need, which create a sense of responsibility to his cousin that he latches onto for … Continue reading 31 Plays in 31 Days, #27 – “Grow Up”
31 Plays in 31 Days, #24 – “Grading Circle of Hell”
This scene piece for my Frasier spinoff pilot feels particularly not cohesive. It's got lots of good ideas and the beginnings of funny jokes, but it doesn't have the right rhythm or flow yet. It's designed to set up Freddy a little as a snarky, lonely person who feels a bit trapped in his life, … Continue reading 31 Plays in 31 Days, #24 – “Grading Circle of Hell”
31 Plays in 31 Days, #23 – “Hanging”
And the completion of the scene where David moves into Freddy's apartment in my Frasier spinoff pilot! This is the last piece, after part one in Day #19 - Lucky Bear and yesterday's part two, Day #22 - Men of the Ivies. The parts probably could probably be a little more unified, but I like … Continue reading 31 Plays in 31 Days, #23 – “Hanging”
On art snobbery
I like to say I try not to be an art snob. I'm sure people have laughed at me for that, as unfortunately I have a problem with coming off as snobby in life in general. But what I mean by that is that I try to judge art by its own merits, rather than … Continue reading On art snobbery
On writing comedy
As I have occasionally mentioned before on this blog, I don't think I'm the most talented when it comes to writing comedy. I like to think of myself as a fairly witty person, who can make you laugh with a clever remark in conversation now and again. But when it comes to coming up with … Continue reading On writing comedy
