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"He who makes a [monster] of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man." I've grown to admire a great villain. Alan Rickman, Ian McEllen, and Geoffrey Rush all played many very well. I recently heard someone say, "I don't mind playing the villain in your story, because you're a clown in mine."
I have always been fascinated with shadow work. I had a particularly cathartic experience with it in my art. I was plagued for many years with visitations from shadow people during sleep paralysis, it was some pretty nasty shit. My first script and feature film were based on those experiences. The weird part is, as soon as I finished making the film, the visits from those malevolent entities ended. It was almost as if the external expression of those experiences acted a s a kind of exorcism. Make of that what you will, but I found it quite a compelling coincidence that the visits ended after the film was done.
that's wild. thanks for sharing. I've known a few people with some bizarre sleep paralysis stories. It sounds pretty intense. I'm glad you found some release.
Rilke is always a good choice. Congratulations on finishing your film. Everything you say about wringing ourselves out to create art is accurate. I’m finishing a script for a puppet show right now and it has been the hardest thing I’ve ever created. This video comes at the right time to help me with a rewrite of the climax. Appreciate your gift of this video. Peace.
I definitely don't recommend that. I hope that's not what you took away from the video, as I expounded upon the underlying principles of taking a personal step of faith.
thank you for telling me. My channel is not monetized at the moment, so I didn't think there would be any ads. I am so very sorry. That is very disrupting. I will try to get that fixed immediately.
@@xoxoRacheyRachxoxo thank you so much. and I really do appreciate the feedback. Apparently YT runs ads even if the account is monetized. Greedy overlords.
I resonate very much with your words. I have been an independent musician and filmmaker for 4 decades, I have made similar choices in risking it all to make two feature films and many albums over the course of those 40 years. I am 58 years old, still finding ways to keep doing it, I do not know how to do anything else, but it has become a deep struggle to keep it going. There was a decade or so where I was actually making a decent living as a filmmaker, but things changed and now I'm struggling again, working any side gigs I can get to keep my head above water. I have spent the last two years experimenting with youtube just to keep producing content and stay on my game, but it is honestly quite depressing and deflating when you put so much work into a video and it barely gets any views. Not trying to be a downer, I appreciate the sentiment in your video and I agree wholeheartedly that you gotta take your shots, but I think there are a lot of people that fall for the lie that if you work hard enough and pay your dues you will succeed. Nothing is guaranteed, especially not in the entertainment business - you only hear the success stories, the ones who fall short are relegated to obscurity. That being said, I have no regrets in choosing the art life, I'm certain I would have been miserable doing anything else.
@@fraterseamus thanks for sharing your story and struggles. I’ve tried to develop a bit of zen about the end result and realize for me, as you said, I can’t imagine living another way. I had a corporate job before and I was dead inside. To me this is the life set before me, and with each iteration, learn and grow. The fact that I made my art is a success in itself. Same for you. At the moment there is still a lot of opportunity on RU-vid with a consistency and strategy. All that said, if you have a link to one of your films (Amazon or some other platform) drop it in the comments.
@@ARTandVOID Both of them are posted to my channel now that the rights have reverted back to me from the distributors. I put them on here with all my other stuff, music videos, comedy shit, shorts, it's a real grab bag of random things. I did not 'Niche down" Lol
Just discovered your channel through my feed recommendations, watched a couple of videos and found that I very much resonate with your perspectives on art so I hit the sub button .Just wanted to let you know the algorithm is working for you, I know from personal experience that for newer smaller channels this can be a great frustration. Good content, I'm rooting for you brother 👍🏼
@@fraterseamus thank you very much. I’ve been much more consistent and focused so I guess YT is “appreciating” it. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and perspectives as you feel compelled to share them.
The problem with not making money isn't always because it is the primary motive. When you see others making money hand over fist, for art that looks like it was done by a blindfolded three year old by with a broken crayon, You feel like you're just spinning your wheels working so hard to hone your skills. Money translates to recognition, and /or validation. And isn't that what we really want? To know that what we've worked so hard on is appreciated?
@@airbrushdungeon thanks for commenting. You are right that money is often just a symbol for validation and recognition. It also is a harsh reality that we need to survive, and it’s hard to be creative when we are stressed about survival. While getting supportive feedback is great it’s not why we make art. We make it because we love making art. But I get you… we need to also be better at “business mode”, which is why I talk about developing the entrepreneurial side in other videos and will continue to in more to come.
Hollywood certainly hasn't done itself any favors in driving away once loyal fanbases, but I believe it's all too late. There are still plenty of good shows and movies, but it's inconsistent. Andor and Top Gun were incredible for instance. But I'd encourage fans of classic series to move on and find something new to love. Find a brand/production company that you trust with quality output. There will be new creative films and shows popping up, but the old model is on life support, and more companies may be exiting Hollywood due to costs of operating there.
@@smokytopia6354 it’s always helpful to have intuitions and perceptions confirmed by undeniable data and these statistics can’t be brushed aside a “dip”. Thanks for your thoughts.
I enjoyed your thoughts especially with regards to celebrity and I think you're right in that there are so many niches and creative nooks and crannies to explore. People want authenticity and if that means a exploration off indie cinema that is long overdue.
@@eyeballbilly thanks for chiming in. Yeah I agree. I know there is a lot of noise out in the world, but for those who do crave that authentic, indie spirit it will be even that much more appreciated when they find the art they crave. 🔥
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From a film maker's perspective, seeing Samsara in the cinema made me sit in silence for a while, then whisper that 'anything is possible'. The Qatsi trilogy starting with Koyanisqatsi were shot by the same people and are of similar transcendental and enlightening nature.
Interested in Samsara (no dialogue? awesome), but I will try to watch all 5. I AM an artist creating. One of my projects is a tarot deck--loads of symbolism, 79 images (incl card back). And have you searched for tarot readings? Anyone who can shuffle has a reading channel, and they can't really tell me anything new at this point. But a principle that is almost universal is that it all comes from within. I am ready to find my own answers. Meditation is rather [disappointing?] for lack of a better word. I am also a thinker. So this is perfect. Thank you! Looking forward to more videos like this!
a tarot deck sounds amazing. I have a huge book on symbolism, but haven't considered how a tarot deck would bring insights, although I have had readings before. Thank you for giving me something new to consider. I may suggest that if the meditation you are doing is disappointing, there are other kinds of meditation to explore. If you tend to "think" a lot, a chanting or more embodying meditation practice could provide a very different experience. thanks for comment... judging by the feedback, I may need to make another.
@@ARTandVOID Wow, I'll definitely try that! Engaging the throat chakra is at the forefront for me right now. It's perfect. Just watched Samsara....Whoa. No wonder it's rated R. It's gut wrenching and astoundingly beautiful at the same time.
I was fortunate to get the chance to see Tree of Life and Samsara in the theater! Both very much worth it. I had to speak a very lengthy disclaimer to my family who were coming to see Tree of Life with me, as I knew what I was getting into but they didn't. I love Waking Life! Showed that one to a bunch of friends. American Beauty was on my mind recently, interestingly enough. It's easily been 15 years since I've seen it. I would go back and watch it again.
I wish I could see Samsara in full 70mm in a theater, but Tree of Life was an awesome experience. I like that you gave your family a disclaimer. Some people do need a helping hand. Thanks for the comment
I love hearing this. Thank you for chiming in. Let me know if there's anything in particular your struggling with that I can share some perspective on.
@ARTandVOID My biggest struggle is personally my technology addiction. I feel like it sucks all the time out of my life, from countless hours on the phone or computer. When you said to meditate while trying to create, it just gave me a few ideas. I love to paint and to draw, I sit and try to create, but I just can't force anything out. I long for the full release and freedom of a childlike imagination. It was never hard as a child to create. In fact, it's quite easy! Is there anything in particular practices you find that help you relax this tightness of the mind around imagination?
@@msdesolate4470 when we are children we are typically more open and haven't been hooked by the amount of technology that is hacking our brains these days. I would suggest a weekly "fast" from technology, and intentionally fill that space with either meditation and/or the "open canvas". Even if you don't complete any project and get that "full release", you're still honoring your higher self and devoting time, free of distraction, to what will ultimately bring more peace to your mind & spirit. Enjoy the silence and being alone as you scribble on a blank page. The result doesn't matter. The exercise is important. if that's too much. simply start with daily 10-20 minute mindfulness meditation - no technology involved, and see what how that develops.
Samsura sounds amazing. I don't truly appreciate cinema, but I found certain scenes of The Kingdom of Heaven to be so shockingly beautiful that it changed the way I view the world.
Thanks for the comment. I need to watch the Director's cut of "Kingdom of Heaven" I've heard it's far superior to the theatrical version. I found a Tubi linke to watch Samsara so you can give it a watch for free: tubitv.com/movies/469240/samsara
To be honest I was about off the video and watch later but then I heard your voice This is so beautiful and today I've been working on mu poetry and honestly i was having doubts but omg you're god sent, thank you so very much ❤
Because art is a window to the divine, it is best not to obscure our view of truth by bias, but the truth requires a medium to interpret, then manifest, and then perceive. Our mistake is in abstraction of God divorced thus from the artist, because one cannot exist without the other in art, neither inspiration nor inspired, or there would be nothing spoken. The artist is the canvas, their life the ink.
Good video. I like the question are we willing to be wrong. I struggle with putting out positive content vrs real content. I want to be authentic but dont want to be a negative influence. Subscribed!
thank you. do you feel like expressing a form of "negativity" is a bad thing? Plenty of my favorite art is fairly dark, as is quite a bit of what I create. Yin/Yang. The light has no meaning without the dark.
I needed this video thank you for making it <3 I have been making music for a decade now and have had some worthwhile accomplishments but always struggled to fully commit and express myself to my full potential. It has been my calling for as long as i can remember but I've unconsciously resisted it for so long. This past week I've been going through a spiritual & mental awakening of sorts and this video furthered that. Keep doing you brother.
I do have visions and insights of lyrics and songs and even a persistent ideia of a book. But actually perform and make them freezes me. Trauma made me think that I can't choose my path. Your video is great! You really know what you are talking about!
thank you for sharing that. I have some thoughts on how to move through that challenge. I'll work through my ideas and make a video. It's something many struggle with, so I would love to provide some tools for you and others who want to over come that.
I needed to hear this today. Perfect timing. I have had this huge musical idea for 20 years that I’ve been “not ready” to record. Excuses (the death of my best friend and drummer extraordinaire) have held me back. It’s been 15 years since he passed away. It’s time to step past the pain and do what we had talked about so many times. Thank you for your video.
thank you for the comment. I love hearing that. An artistic hero of mine recently died at the age of 61 (way too young). It can be a wake up call about what kind of mark you want to leave on the world with the time we have. Get recording!
Love this! Beautiful merging of ideas and soulful delivery. Was definitely the 'villager that stayed behind' in my 20s. Slowly stepping into that next chapter. Looking forward to more videos.
Thank you so much for the comment. As Lao Tzu said, "the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". Make that first one, and inertia starts to take place. I have a lot more to share about these themes.
