The Inconsistent Writer

The Dude

  • Day 5: A Movie That You Want To Play At Your Funeral

    AMELIE (2001) I know what you’re thinking and it’s not true. I wouldn’t necessarily want to subject my family and friends to a 2 hour movie that’s in French after mourning my death, but the film is so amazing and… Continue reading

  • Day 4: A Movie That Makes You Sad

    LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL (1998) Roberto Benigni’s masterpiece about protecting his son’s innocence in a Nazi death camp was one of the most touching films I had seen back in 1998. It still rings true today, and as fantastic as the… Continue reading

  • Day 3: A Movie That Makes You Happy

    FLETCH (1985) The comedic brilliance of Chevy Chase shined profusely in ‘Fletch.’ Brilliant one-liners delivered by one of the most cherished comedy geniuses of our generation. This is just a great detective movie with witty dialog and a fantastic narration.… Continue reading

  • Day 2: Least Favorite Movie

    HOWARD THE DUCK (1986) Another cinematic turd squeezed out by George Lucas, who wouldn’t produce another one this big again until 1999 with Episode I. This movie was so *fowl* that it almost ruined Lea Thompson’s mostly lackluster career. It’s… Continue reading

  • Day 1: Favorite Movie

    RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981) To say that this is one of the greatest movies ever made is very much an understatement. Anyone who thinks that Temple of Doom is better, should check their pulse, ’cause I think they… Continue reading

  • Is It Silverado?

    If there’s one thing that my wife is good at, it’s figuring out how to get under my skin (in a fun and teasing way). A few years ago, soon after we were married, she started to ask me one… Continue reading

  • Music To Write By…

    In between my search for new or temporary employment (yes, again, I know), I’ve decided to spend 1-2 hours each day writing.  I’ve always had an interest in writing, especially in the past few years as I’ve learned to write… Continue reading

  • Mashed Faux-tatoes

    “Now you’re looking for the secret. But you won’t find it because of course, you’re not really looking. You don’t really want to work it out. You want to be fooled.” — Cutter, The Prestige The arrival of 2011 brought about… Continue reading

  • Pixar Will Always Hold A Special Place In My Heart

    Last week, upon the viewing of Toy Story 3, I came to a revelation.  A cinematic discovery that shook the very foundation on which I had built my admiration for the art and craft of filmmaking; my overall love of… Continue reading

  • Whiter Than Snow

    ‎”Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow…” This verse, from Isaiah 1:18, seemed much more personal after witnessing a blanket of snow that covered my home when I awoke at 4:30 this morning. 5:00 AM… Continue reading