Open the Doors.

Ever wonder why you watch less and less television. Prime time television, precisely what that insinuates, the actual time the networks consider to be their best time, the prime time for watching television. Except for the exceptional sitcom,  reality show, variety shows are a thing of "once upon a time," there usually is only  three, maybe four shows  that are actually enjoyable to watch. WHY ? because the networks seek to find out what the other is doing, and decides to , "let's do the same, or similar." What you see are slight variations of something previous. Spin - offs can be OK, but it's an easy way to capitalize on something old without having to create new, the big screen is guilty of this. Apparently, the industry has kept it's doors shut to new streams of creative thought. Rarely is a new vision accepted, I'm sure it's offered, but rarely accepted. The industry seemingly does not allow for the unknown creative thinker, unless they, the industry can arrange for the credit. Open the doors, and I'm sure you will see some really fine entertainment. Television networks and film studios should be a melting of / for  creative material.

city streets

Amazing,  I never imagined how many people walking New York City streets are actually tourists. Strolling the city streets, I cannot help but notice the distinct color of yellow in search of the next fare.  My attention was not so easily aborted towards the distinct color and noise of the New York City Taxi Cabs. Usually as I walk the city streets , I'm dodging the massive flow of people walking towards me. Amazing, not a scent of someone's  body brushed against me,  science in the art of walking,  looking at tasty places of food, noticing attracting billboards, and other attractive scenery.  Refreshing are the sounds of delightfully interesting accents, wondering as I do at times, what part of the world  that accent comes . A huge part of New York entertainment lies dormant, as do New York City streets and sidewalks.

striking out in hollywood

The writer's are entitled to a spoonful of the pie. How much is a spoonful ? Negotiate a percentage based on the works that a select group, or individual contributed towards a specific project. Any work that eventually will be released into the market  on any form of new technological  platform. The behind the scenes person(s) that had a direct written contribution should be compensated, there really is not much argument involved , it is what it is, negotiate the terms and percentage allowed for the written words, because the sole purpose of the works is that it will eventually find its way to an audience / marketplace.

At this point, the television networks & studios can quickly resolve this. Apparently, the networks must feel that that they will be compensating for most anything written, understandably so, but, then simply explain to the, "Writers Guild Of America,"  (union of representation) that a percentage can be agreed upon. In return, the film studios and television networks request quality content, or the selection process for all creative works will be held to a higher standard. There argument must be, we do not pay for junk.

HOLLYWOOD BLACKOUT
What are they thinking!!! to allow the writer's of possibly the best sitcom on television to sit idle is ridiculous. Two and a Half Men has / had some of the best written material devoted to a half hour show. The show is  known for its blunt usage of  descriptive language. The industry allows it, and the network that produces it certainly has enjoyed the rewards. Due to the success of this show, a new avenue of satire has been allowed to blossom during prime time television.  Notice in the past how the Television network executive seems to be blinded by their own profile, seemingly a case of egotism. The networks have had a history of losing sight of creating the best possible enjoyment for the viewers. Satisfy the writer's and in-return demand great creative content.

American Gangster

American Gangster, with all of its build up, and intended great story line, should have been told to support  a more intriguing and suspenseful movie. Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe are fine actors and supported with a fine cast. The  actual filming of locations were OK. Watching the movie i was able to conclude at different times were the story was elaborating to add some characterization to Frank Lucas's character. The film should have included how Frank Lucas cultivated his relationship  with the Vietnamese army. I'm sure an American at this crucial time in history, was not easily accepted as the movie implies. The movie should of shown some of his financial shrewdness, especially when the movie concludes, that he had assets of 250 million or more. There was no detailed information, only images & scenes to guide the viewer. It was a weak portrayal of Frank Lucas's life.


American Gangster should have been critically scrutinized by its producers/directors. Given all the important and exciting elements to work with, American Gangster , I feel, did not conquer in its quest to be considered a great movie.