Leo of Mars, living and writing in LA, brings the perspective of a strange, out of this world creature to film industry news and reviews: a conservative screenwriter.
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"Never write something because you think somebody else will like it, because that will just result in terrible stuff." — Robert Ben Garant
Comedy requires the same foundation as any story — good structure and characters you care about.
"If you make something good it may get its ass kicked at first but eventually it will get recognized." — Bob Odenkirk
This film has dreams, a mother’s tears, victory, tragedy, and redemption. And I’m talking about animated cows here.
"Do anything to get people to read your script. Lie to them if you have to." — J.C. Spink
Action heroes, smart kids, and college hi-jinks provide lots of laughs on the first festival night.
LA Comedy Shorts director Jeannie Roshar says, "If you don't have a good time, you might be allergic to fun."
Holy Gaia, Margaret Mead! Let's all bow down and worship stone age people.
One room, a table, two chairs and lots of drama
Three versions of Sweeney Todd – zeigeist insights and a special on pies.