Last weekend, I participated in two fantasy football league drafts. Unlike past years, I went in wholly unprepared. I hadn't read any articles, done any research. I just sat down, logged in, and selected my players by hunch. So, how'd I do? Well, if the post-draft rankings are any indication, not bad. Not bad at…
August 30, 2020: Suji Sunday!
Out in her unnatural habitat, stalking her prey. Usually fallen treats. Deep diving for coconut ice cream. Her "Whaddya mean no more strawberries?" look. Her favorite snooze spot - in the sun. After her morning walk, she is so tired that crawling fully onto a bed is too much of an effort. So...close enough!
August 29, 2020: Snow Monkeys, TV Villains, and Amazing People With Whom I Have Worked!
My Snow Monkeys commence their quest for a championship tonight with my fantasy football league draft kicking off at 8:00 p.m. tonight. In previous seasons, I have been both enthusiastic and well-prepared. This year, I am neither. For the first time, I am taking part in a draft having done absolutely zero research - and…
August 28, 2020: From the Atlantis archives! The Crime Club discusses The Gift!
A few little somethings from the Atlantis archives. Episode 5.06: "The Shrine" Getting ready to shoot. Waiting to roll. Gateriders. David and Rachel - all smiles. Getting into positions. Writer-Executive Producer Brad Wright overseeing the action. Alright! The Crime Club reconvenes to discuss The Gift! A couple moves to a new city where the husband…
August 27, 2020: Project F and more Amazing people with whom I have worked!
Well, spent most of the afternoon writing an email I didn't want to write - but felt I had to. Most of the afternoon for all of seven lines, two of them being "Wishing you the best" and "Stay safe!". I'd been putting it off for days and today, I finally decided to sit down…
August 25, 2020: International Pug of Mystery, Beer and Doughnuts, Favorite Director, and Amazing People With Whom I Have Worked!
Happy, International Dog Day from Suji, International Pug of Mystery! At first I was like "YES!" https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1298611330589614081 And then I realized it was the other way around. Today's movie-themed question... https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1298760616082116608 Amazing People With Whom I Have Worked... https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1293519675930836992 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1293884714361786369 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1294249764100411393 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1294599329156661249 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1294965864828211205
August 25, 2020: On writing, Transpecos, and amazing people with whom I have worked!
My thoughts on writing, feeling guilty, and that sense of accomplishment... The Crime Club reconvenes to discuss Transpecos... For a small movie, Transpecos accomplishes a lot, crafting an engaging story about three border guards and the bloody encounter with a drug smuggler that forever changes their lives. It gets off to a slow start as…
August 24, 2020: 2 steps forward; 1 step back! Amazing people with whom I have worked!
Well, I've had better days. While, on the one hand, I just closed a deal to develop two new sci-fi shows, another project was dealt a serious blow with the departure of one of my favorite executives down south. Meanwhile, things remain quiet as I await word on some other projects in play. Having close…
August 23, 2020: Suji Sunday!
The "Just Woke Up!" face. The (orange) boots are made for walking. The staredown. Ice cream picnic!
August 22, 2020: From the Dark Matter vault! And the Crime Club discusses Berlin Syndrome!
Some pics from the Dark Matter vault. Fun on set! Our Crime Club reconvenes to discuss the 2017 thriller Berlin Syndrome. Hmmmm. Even though this one is generating a surprising amount of online buzz, it really failed to impress. It's a standard thriller in the vein of The Collector (guy kidnaps woman and keeps her locked…
August 21, 2020: From the Stargate: Universe vault! The Crime Club convenes to discuss Marathon Man!
More from the Stargate vault... Icarus Base - Stargate: Universe "Air Part 1" Grizz Salzi, Andy Mikita, Mark Savela, Ryan Purcell, and Shannon Gurney reviewing the action - Stargate: Universe "Air Part 1" Director Andy Mikita calling the shots on Stargate: Universe - "Air Part 1". The Crime Club convenes to discuss Marathon Man. Aside…
August 20, 2020: More from the Stargate vault! And our Crime Club convenes to discuss American Gangster!
More from the Stargate vault... Will Waring directs from his mobile throne (Stargate: Atlantis - "The Seed") Down time on the Destiny set (Stargate: Universe - "Air Part 2" "Wait. That can't be right. Can it?" Checking the script on Stargate: Atlantis - "Search and Rescue" At the SGC with two of my favorite people:…
August 19, 2020: Stargate BTS video! Mountain Dew Doritos Cupcakes! And the Crime Club convenes to discuss Mother!
Behind the scenes on Stargate: Universe, "Water". What do you think? Yes/No https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1296085067945725955 The Crime Club convenes to discuss the South Korean thriller Mother. In a word - Wow! Director Bong Joon-ho is known for movies like Parasite, Snowpiercer, and The Host, but it seems like everyone (including yours truly) has slept on this one.…
August 18, 2020: Locking down my writing schedule! The Crime Club convenes to discuss Once Upon a Time in America!
Alrighty, time to lock down my writing schedule for the next few months. Yesterday, I delivered the series overview for that fantasy book adaptation. This week, I finish off the pitch for the out-there hero. I'm dedicating all of September to the pilot and overview for that far-future series that will combine my love of…
August 17, 2020: On breakfast, brunches, and late dinners! The Crime Club convenes to discuss A Touch of Sin!
Akemi is genuinely lack toast intolerant. If she doesn't get to eat her toast in the morning, she can get downright cranky. I, on the other hand, never eat breakfast. I'm never particularly hungry in the morning and I always like to work up a good appetite before lunch which is always my biggest meal…