#a filmmakers life

[friendlessghoul]

"I’m just a farmer now,” Keaton told Mel Heimer. “I’ve got this little farm in San Fernando Valley with nine walnut trees...” And as he trailed off, he leaned back comfortably and he smiled.

A Filmmaker’s Life by James Curtis [page 588]

[daddiesdrarryy]

Me when I finish writing something:

[nvcl347]

do you accept the particle?

[sherrymagic]

I was acting stupid so he doesn't get suspicious of me.

Dunk Natachai as STYLE SATTAWAT THE HEART KILLERS | EP. 3

[gearbroth]

Until it is DONE.

[ki0an]

He's right behind me isnt he

[sepko1]

When a broken system openly and brazenly profits from your suffering and death, what options do you truly have?

[mutantthedark]

The Protagonists

Since the Half Life anniversary passed quickly, I just wanted to post my last year's render. My childhood is really kicking in. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I miss my fav silent marine Adrian Shephard the most.

Reblogs are appreciated!

[writingwithfolklore]

How to Ask for Stuff

Being able and knowing how to ask for things that you want is an incredibly important skill for… y’know, getting what you want. Whether it’s mentorship, feedback, an explanation or quick advice, networking, a job, etc. etc. etc. it's important you ask the right way to have the best chance of success.

There’s three things that should be in your request:

1. Who are you—how are you related?

This should be short and sweet. “I am a university student studying major, and was in professor’s class where you presented last week.” Or “I am a recent graduate looking to get a foothold in blah blah industry, and saw you had a lot of experience on your linkedIn profile.”

You really don’t need more than that to make yourself relevant and create a connection with this person, and it immediately sets you apart as an individual/real person. People are more likely to help people that they feel like they know in some way, rather than a complete stranger. If you are a complete stranger, explain why you decided to reach out to them specifically.

2. What exactly are you looking for

Be as specific as possible. It is far better to say, “I am looking for feedback on the first five pages of my novel, specifically around if the opening grabs the audience.” Than, “I am looking for feedback.”

This part can be a little bit scary because it is the actual asking for what you want part, but if people know exactly what you want, they will find it a lot easier to help you. Other things you can ask for: “I am looking to sit down with you for coffee and discuss your experience in the industry.” Or “I was hoping you may have some leads for where to start with my job search” etc. etc.

3. What will the project/request look like?

This will help the person decide if they have the time or availability to do what you are asking for. If you’re looking to meet with them, include your availability and where or how you are able to meet. If it’s more of a feedback situation, include when you would need notes back by and how you would like to receive said notes. So,

“I am available Monday through Friday after 5pm to meet. Please let me know if you are interested and available within that schedule!”

“If you are interested, I would love the opportunity to get on a Zoom call with you to discuss feedback. I am available any time on weekends, and would prefer if you were able to get back to me by March 1st as I will need time to adjust the piece for the due date.”

Etc. etc.

              It’s important that you maintain a professional and friendly tone, even with people who have already agreed to help you. Some ways of asking for things that I have received that I find very discouraging are:

Disinterested

I got a request that was basically, “help me if you want, I don’t care it doesn’t matter to me either way.” If you don’t care, then why would I care? Only reach out to people you genuinely want to collaborate in some way with, and make clear that you are interested in working with them. We’re not trying to look cool and disinterested here.

Impatient

Everyone is busy all the time. If your person doesn’t reply right away, do not send a message back around the lines of, “um hello??” or “are you going to reply or not?” this comes across as pretty rude and a bit entitled to that person’s time and immediate attention. If your person doesn’t reply, you can send a follow up after a week, and maintain the same tone as in your initial email/message:

“Hi (name), this is a friendly follow-up on my request. If you have any additional questions for me, please let me know. I am also able to accommodate another time slot if needed. Thank you!”

As the asker, it is your job to be flexible. Of course, if your person can’t make your hard deadline or you really can’t make your schedules work, thank them anyway and move on, but if you are able to accommodate them, do so!

Here is an example email to start you off:

Hello (person’s name), My name is (blank) and I am a (major) student/graduate from (blank) University. We met at the (place) job fair last week, and I was really intrigued by your experience in (blah) industry. I was wondering if you would be available to meet with me sometime in the next week to discuss how you got started in the industry and your experience at (company). I am available between (time) and (time) (days of the week), but may be able to accommodate a different time if it would work better for you. Please let me know if you are interested! Thank you, (Full name)

[willowzbox]

Hλppy pride yall 🏳️‍🌈

[sodapop1033]

wallpapers are fun

[dragongirltongue]

the character models in half-life 2 are like actors to us. We see them in game and it's like, "I loved your work in gmod idiot box 4!"

Seeing them show up in clips from skibidi toilet is great because it's like, so glad these guys are still getting work.

[kutekitty-43]

now that exams are done and the semester is over i can finally start making posters again

[nvcl347]

he's so extra and for what

[gizzberg]

Just a doktor helping his patient... nothing to see here folks *sweats*

[sanshiroiv]

Freeman

Happy 20th Anniversary