March 27, 2023

A
beautiful and elegant Soul has passed into the Mists
beyond Time and Space, indelibly leaving his mark for
all time.
The
magnificent Master of the Craft I am referring to is the
Legendary Paul Sorvino.
I first
witnessed his magic in the brilliant film by Martin
Scorsese GOODFELLAS, where he played the Mafia Godfather
Paul Cisero, with dignity, conviction and clarity. A
masterful performance through and through.

Being a
fan of Star Trek, I was delighted when Paul Sorvino
played Lieutenant Worf’s adopted father Nikolai
Rozhenko, what a treat for my heart!
Over
the years Paul Sorvino played a multitude of fantastic
roles in Tv and Film. My favorite roles include Capulet
in ROMEO + JULIET, Buddy in THE COOLER and Henry
Kissinger in NIXON.
Thank
you Paul Sorvino for your passionate contribution to the
Arts, you reside fondly in the memories of many. May
angels carry you in your everlasting journey. Blessings
to you, enjoy your own Star Trek truly amongst the
Stars!
January 29, 2023

A
wonderful Actress has passed into the Mists beyond Time,
Space and into the Beyond.
Annie
Wersching, who brilliantly played FBI Agent Renee Walker
in seasons seven and eight of the hit show 24, sadly
left our realm on Sunday the twenty ninth of January. I
will always remember her for her pinpoint passion
playing as Jack Bauer’s equal.
May her
family find peace in her absence and may her Soul travel
lightly with angels on each shoulder. Blessings and
Thank you for your unique strength of character.
December 6, 2022

A
Beautiful Legend has passed into the Mists, beyond time,
space and frequency. Thank you Kirstie Alley for being
truly wonderful. I will always remember you as the
candid and sophisticated Lt. Saavik in Star Trek 2: The
Wrath of Khan. Your brilliant contribution to the world
of Trek elevates the story to the highest of highs.

Thank
you, bless your heart, may your journey be free of
incident. “Live Long and Prosper Lieutenant.”
November 15, 2022

The
marvelous Angela Lansbury enthralled me when I was
growing up with the exciting sleuth busting stories that
was "Murder She Wrote". What a perfect idea and executed
with charisma, charm and logic. Angela Lansbury created
that role beautifully from her wonderful persona. I
still have very fond memories of watching her
brilliance.

Then
later, "Beauty and the Beast" was released and she lent
her incredible voice talents to "Mrs. Potts" bringing to
life this ageless story. Thank you for your selfless
contributions to humanity, may angels bless you.
Robbie
Coltrane needs no introduction. A giant bear of a man
with a quiet inner peace. I first saw his performance in
the comedy "Nuns of the Run" which was filmed around the
corner where I grew up, in the church I used to escape
to climb up onto the roof to find some sanity in my
confusing world as a teenager.

A
plethora of other films followed, however my favorite is
"From Hell", "Goldeneye" and "Harry Potter and the
Sorcerer's Stone". Thank you for a delightful film
career and bringing your extraordinary Soul to play. May
your journey be filled with Joy.
September 5, 2022

Louise
Fletcher is a force to be reckoned with!
A true
professional in brilliance, her unique delivery and
energy giving her characters a hard edge in menace and
adversity.
This
marvelous actress is well known for playing Nurse
Ratched from ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’. She
represents the ultimate antagonist, a symbol of the cold
and hard institution.

Personally for me, she shone most in her role as Kai
Winn Adami in Star Trek Deep Space Nine. Her uncanny
ability to navigate the spectrum of light and dark
emotions is a skill to be treasured and coveted. Her
character arc in the series is simply splendid, her flow
through the brilliant storylines has you thirsting for
more. Deep Space Nine still remains one of my favorite
series.
Thank
you Louise Fletcher for giving of yourself fully and
leaving a powerful legacy in your wake. Rest well, may
the angels keep you, hold you and nourish your Spirit.
August 25, 2022

A Star
Trek salute to the Legend that is Nichelle Nichols. I
first laid eyes upon the magnificent Uhura when the
series aired in the U.K. during the late 70s and early
80s. I was blown away by the series in general. Each
character played their part brilliantly to tell the
story. Then later the movies were released and what a
treat they are, even to this day. Lieutenant Uhura
encapsulates the wisdom and compassion of the group.
Guided by Thoth, the Master of language. Thank you and
bless your journey.

David
Warner. A Pure Legend. I first feasted on David's
performance in The Omen. He played the intrepid
photographer who gets his head chopped by a sheet of
glass. Nothing to lose your head over eh! The horror
film Waxwork is a favorite of mine. David plays the main
villain of the story. Imagine my smile when David played
in both Star Trek 5 and Star Trek 6 movies plus a great
Cardassian part in The Next Generation. His unique
delivery and etiquette make for a delight. Thank you and
rest well.

I was
deeply saddened by the passing of Olivia Newton-John.
The movie she is known for "Grease" is a treat for the
Soul. She exhibits the Spirit of playfulness and
achievement, a shining beacon of hope for a forlorn age.
She is a bright Star of Community and Goodness. Thank
you for leaving a bright spark in a world of darkness.
Enjoy your journey, blessings and love, may angels carry
and keep you beyond the Gates of Rebirth and Death.
July 24, 2022

The
first time I laid eyes upon the Fabulous Gregory Itzin
was in Star Trek Deep Space Nine episodes “Dax” and “Who
Mourns for Mourn” where he played Ilon Tandro and Hain
respectively. Gregory’s delivery of lines and his
naturally deceptive demeanor made him a perfect
character actor for these parts. Utterly Brilliant!
Well
known for his portrayal of President Charles Logan in
the hit series “24” Gregory shone in the role, spanning
four seasons. The “24” series is one of my most favorite
series to watch. The suspense and intrigue are second to
none thanks to Gregory’s brilliant storytelling
capacity.

Thank
you Gregory Itzin for a lifetime of drama and suspense.
May angels carry you forward in life, beyond the gates
of Eternity. Blessings and Prayers.
June 29, 2022

If
there was ever a performance in this world that I could
pick for pure class, excellence and nostalgia, it would
be Bo Diddley's in Trading Places.
As you
can remember in this wonderful movie, Bo plays the
character of the Pawn Shop Hustler. What a truly
memorable character and Legend, possessing a deep bass
voice, resonating with life experience. A perfect moment
in time.
"In
Philadelphia, it's worth fifty bucks."
It has
me in stitches and smiles every time.
It
always fascinates me how truly amazing and unique each
Life is. Thank you Bo Diddley for sharing your
tremendous mojo with the World.
June 6, 2022

Two
Absolute Legends have passed into the Mists beyond our
time and space, to take their honored places in
Stovokor, their voices echoing brilliantly through the
Halls of Champions.
Fred
Ward will always be REMO, Unarmed and Dangerous, a
potent performance in a great movie. Then Tremors came
along, and what a treat that was. Another outstanding
performance.
Fred
Ward incorporates a steely toughness with a
light-hearted wit. Thank you for your contribution to
the world of Art.

Ray
Liotta’s portrayal of mobster Henry Hill in Goodfellas
will go up in history as an iconic, hearty and intense
performance. A drama coach of mine often used Ray
Liotta’s performance in this wonderful movie as a
perfect example of controlled rage.
In the
hearty movie Field of Dreams, Ray portrayed Shoeless Joe
Jackson perfectly. Later in the nineties, Unlawful Entry
made its mark on the collective consciousness of our
psyche.
Thank
you Ray Liotta for your unique and fathomful
expressions.
May the Spirit of Forever keep both of you and hold you
both in our Collective Heart.
May 11, 2022

Proper
and professional communication in life is vital to
creating and maintaining great relationships.
It is
important to get it right from the beginning, especially
when communicating in the early stages of casting, film
and everything in between.
It is
never polite or proper to assume you "know" the person
you are establishing a dialogue with and thus use
shorthand, be too familiar and personal. Those can be
reserved and called upon later, after you establish the
foundations.
The
foundations of any good relationship are based on trust,
respect and empathy.
After
writing your communications, always re-read your
writing, as there may be mistakes, grammatical or
otherwise. Also check to maintain that you are not
repeating yourself or giving too much information.
Always
maintain professionalism in your correspondence as this
is the first impression your reader will take from you.
This correct start will empower all future contacts, and
provide a bounty of opportunities.
April 17, 2022

Have
you ever auditioned for a role which you wanted with the
deepest desires of your heart. Have you ever wanted
something so badly that you could taste it on the tip of
your tongue.
The
want and desire for a specific outcome is actually the
obstacle which pops up, then pushes your desired outcome
further and further away.
Having
no attachment to outcome is a very select and specific
skill to master, and it belongs in your actor's toolkit
as much as Stanislavski's Through Line of Action and
Meisner's Lessons on Listening.
This is
a skill that once mastered will place you in the best
position, at the center of yourself. This is where
attachment to any outcome does not exist and once you
get there, even if you falter at times, it is a place
which can and should be revisited anytime you are
working towards a specific goal.
Not to
say that desire doesn't matter, of course it does, as
that is the energy with which you drive forward with the
best of your skill and passion. Attachment to outcome is
like a net that gets cast, to try to reel in the desired
outcome. Instead, this net acts like a brick which sinks
the desire to the bottom of the abyss!
Rather,
just focus on doing your job. Doing the best with what
you've got. Within yourself hold strong that you are
worthwhile. All those positive thoughts with which we
feed our hungry will, to make us better human beings.
Therefore
strive for excellence, have no attachments to outcome,
be proud of your work.
March 21, 2022

When we
watch movies, television shows, even attend the theatre,
generally our attention is on the main cast.
However, we are reminded that it is the Congregation of
Artists, people of extraordinary ability that make up
the whole spectrum of our viewing experience, from crew
to supporting characters, to extras.
Those
supporting actors and extras who at times have the
smallest of roles impact us on a great level.

In the
movie BREAKDOWN with Kurt Russell, Kathleen Quinlan and
J.T. Walsh, a character of immense intensity makes an
appearance. He appears in the desert café, a very bold,
scary looking dude. That guy would be in my movie!
In the
Denzel Washington movie MAN ON FIRE, a great performance
comes from the lady in the club. The way she holds
herself in light of her own Death, which doesn't happen.
What an extraordinary and powerful performance.

Another
favorite Actor whom I admire and also started off with
short, supporting roles is GLENN MORSHOWER. A truly
fantastic actor, who now has great notoriety.
These
brilliant artists give us a glimpse, that opportunities
can be found and expanded on. It is the Knowing of our
Self and our own Skills.
So on
that next opportunity, give all you have and then some!
March 9, 2022

Have
you noticed in movies and television that when
characters whisper to each other, at times you have no
idea what they are actually saying. One has to ask, is
this by design?
Take
for example, in real life, you overhear a similar
conversation. Would you comprehend what is being
whispered, or do you just get a sense of what is being
quietly discussed by others?
The
answer would depend on many factors. You may have
excellent hearing and be able to distinguish every
nuance being said. Or you may just capture a few words
or phrases. Or not hear anything of concrete
distinction.
Personally I feel that this should be by design in
movies and in some movies is exactly that, this same
nuanced outcome. When the story calls for it, you should
not be able to understand what is being whispered,
mirroring reality itself.
This
makes for a more accurate viewing experience.
It
capitalizes on the fact that in some movies and
television, what is being said does not actually matter.
Dialogue is sometimes filler for the void. What is not
being said and what is in between and underneath the
words is more valuable.
So next
time while enjoying a show or movie you come across
dialogue being whispered, sit back, relax and go with
the flow. If you didn't get what was being said, it is
probably by design.
February 16, 2022

A
Beautiful Legend has passed into the Mists.
Thank
you Ivan Reitman for your magnificently funny movies.
You brightened my childhood with that awesomely cool
movie that everyone knows …. Ghostbusters !

A true
gem which stands up to the test of time. Together with a
multitude of successful works of brilliance. ‘Twins’ and
‘Kindergarten Cop’ with Arnold Schwarzenegger which are
poignant and powerful movies in their own right. One
always finds plenty of smiles.
Later
in the decades, ‘Dave’ and ‘Evolution’ bring joyful
notes to a starry skied evening.

The 80s
and 90s are enhanced thanks to this marvel of a man.
Sweet
blessings to you sir, may your journey be filled with
light and love.
February 3, 2022

There
is a very dangerous entity that seeks to encroach itself
within our lives. It is called Cancel Culture.
Cancel
Culture is not good for Actors.
As
Artists, our job is to embody the whole web of human
life, including those characters that are dark, hateful
and toxic. I myself am an expert on playing very dark
roles. Why? Because I have integrated my own Shadow. I
have taken the road through the dark forest, meeting all
sorts of frightening entities (which are facets of
myself). That is until the light comes on. Click!
I have
no interest in cancelling anyone, even those who spout
hate and intolerance. Once you stand strong in your
eternal Self, I am sure you will feel the same way. In
fact, it's not anyone else's job to cancel anyone else.
Eventually Cancel Culture will seek to cancel itself,
just as the Ouroboros eats itself.
Think
about this very carefully. The nature of Cancel Culture
is to cancel anyone who does not agree with the day's
view, or the "ideology of the day". It's preposterous to
even contemplate this path. Everyone has a right to say
and think what they like. Even if it is borne out of
hate, fear and loathing. Ask yourself, do you have the
right to think and say what you want? I think there is a
word for that - Freedom!
Toxic
people, those who hate, are racists, flout prejudice as
if it was candy will eventually cancel themselves. That
is the beauty of life. Karma is life's adjudicator.
No-one wants to hang out with hateful individuals except
other persons of hate.
Rather,
connect into the beautiful energies of love, compassion
and tolerance.
If
cancelling someone makes you feel better about yourself
then perhaps taking a deep dive into the core of your
Soul is a very good idea.
Bear in
mind that what you put out into the Universe will come
right back at you at some point in your journey of Life.
So
stand strong in your Sovereignty and next time you have
the need to 'cancel', look deep within and find out why
you have those desires, rather than an outlook of
unconditional Love.
Peace
upon you my friend.
January 16, 2022

A
Beautiful Legend has passed into the everlasting Mists.
Thank
you Sidney Poitier for your marvelous contribution to
the Arts of Humanity. Your effervescent Soul has
inspired the wisdom and eclectic nature of Spirit.
Your
unique presence continues on into lifetimes. My favorite
stories are "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" a superb
masterpiece. "Shoot to Kill" had me on the edge of my
seat. "Little Nikita" warmed the Soul. "Sneakers" had me
laughing with a perfect smile.
Your
ability to focus great energies of emotion is Superb.
Your through line is second to none. How you encapsulate
the mirror of Light and project that brightness into the
world, is what heaven is made of.
Rest
well and may your journey be filled with pure joy. May
the angels of peace and love guide you to your next
destination.

January 5, 2022

I have
a question for you? Are you a Big Star?
If yes,
then Absolutely Wonderful, I salute you !
If no,
then you should read on.
Many
times over the years I hear people refer to Hollywood
Actors as "Big Stars". Personally I have never
understood this. Don't get me wrong though, there are
some fantastic personalities in the Hollywood game,
however this is about world perceptions.
I
remember back in Kindergarten, the teachers would give
us different colored Stars depending on if we passed a
test or not, or how good we were in class. Remember that
it was the teacher who decided how many stars we
received. We did not decide for ourselves which is the
way it should be. Our perceptions are molded from a
young age to believe this nonsense. In what others think
of us. A Kindergarten way of thinking.
Thinking for yourself is as vital as "Know Thyself".
Yes, I
am an Actor and love my profession and am a Star. In
fact everyone is a Star. Every single Soul. Everyone has
the ability to shine bright or choose not to shine at
all. They are a Star no matter what. We are all
connected into the cosmos, our Soul connecting into
those bright lights in the night sky, which are actually
within us. That's a different conversation though.
I
seriously ask the question, when you call an Actor a
"Big Star" how do you perceive yourself. Do you also
consider yourself a "Big Star". Or is that reserved for
those who make millions of dollars. Is this how you
measure success and the Star name?
Why do
people choose to elevate some artists over others? And
do they actually deserve this lifting up onto a
pedestal. Granted they have great skill in acting as
part of the story of a film or play. But how about
having great skill in empathy or doing good in the
community. How many Hollywood Actors can you name that
actually use their elevated status for good?
I can
name a few, but they are few and far between. Do they
deserve the mantle of "Big Star"?
How
about the volunteer at a Homeless Shelter who selflessly
gives their time and energy into helping others less
fortunate. Or the Firefighter or Police Officer who runs
headlong into danger. Or the single Mom who raises her
children. Or how about all the production members on a
film, all the hundreds of people working collectively.
These are "Big Stars" in my opinion.
In
order for us to create a good, positive world around us,
we need to change perceptions big time over how we see
ourselves. Once we change from within, the whole world
changes in perception.
Next
time you want to refer to someone else as a "Big Star",
maybe go find a mirror and see that "Big Star" in
yourself.
December 19, 2021

Another
year is almost upon us.
The
time to start anything new is right Now, be it a new
project, preparing for Pilot Season, coming up with a
plan of action, anything.
So many
people want to put off doing anything until "next year".
Yes, I'll do it in the New Year, make it a resolution.
The only issue with this is that it continually puts
your life in the future, which does not exist yet.
Why not
start something right this minute as you are reading
this. Even if it is to prepare for whatever you are
doing. All we really have is the everlasting moment.
Don't wait to live you life in the future. Live it right
now, in this perfect moment.
Each
and every moment is perfect, it is your perception that
continually shifts and changes. It is true that we are
locked into the seasons of our world. We also change
with the marvelous tapestry of Nature herself. We are
part of our incredible Gaia. We are her voices.
If you
find it difficult in beginning anything new, go outside
into Nature, take a walk, shed the old to make way for
the new.
Just as
Bruce Lee stated that you should wake each day with an
empty cup.
Do It,
whatever it is, for the day belongs to you.
Happy
Holidays !
December 2, 2021

Emotions.
They
are part of the wonderful experience here on our
beautiful planet, this gorgeous sphere of manifestation.
Emotions as we know range from deep, dark hate, envy and
F.E.A.R. to pure Joy, excitement and unconditional Love,
and all the shades in between.
It is
important to fully experience all your emotions; as a
wise man once said “to become Master of Emotions one
must master All emotions.”
Never
shy away or ignore your emotions, they are a beautiful
gift, a communication method from the infinite Self, the
Sacred Soul, in other words You. As we all know, the
experience we call Life is the culmination of all trials
and tribulations from birth to passing. The breath of
Life.
Cherish
these wonderful energies, explore them to the fullest
potential. Even the more darker emotions need to be
absorbed and accepted. Grief for example is a crushing
heartfelt emotion. If this experience comes visiting,
open your arms and listen to this wonderful teacher,
accept all these personal and unique teachers for you.
Crafted
to your own perfections and imperfections.

November 17, 2021

"Wisdom
is knowing how little we know" - Socrates
When we
accept this simple truth then life opens up in a myriad
of wonderful and mysterious ways. Your soul and being
are open to infinite possibilities. This is a great
energy to call your own, and even though this applies to
your life, it can have magical effects on your ability
to create and live a true authentic life on the stage of
performance.
With
whatever technique you use, one should always make it
their own. As an example, say you use Stanislavski as
part of your toolkit (or your whole toolkit), each
performer has their version of what Stanislavski
represents for them. How many souls on our beautiful
planet use the Stanislavski technique? Say the number is
one hundred million. Then what we essentially have is
one hundred million unique Stanislavski performers. And
this is true of all techniques. You shape your technique
based on what you know.
There
came a point in my performance ability quite a number of
years back where I came to a plateau of sorts. I felt I
was going round and round an inescapable circle. After
getting advice from a trusted coach a light went off
above. You need life experience to grow, and hence
because you grow, so does your art.
Remember that everything in life, we view through our
immortal lens. The views we hold, the prejudices, the
strengths and weaknesses all contribute to how we view
ourselves and others around us. Perhaps it is time to
re-examine who we are. Find out what opinions you really
have by delving deep into the pit of your soul, the seat
of consciousness. All answers lay there. Look for
solutions within !
November 3, 2021

We all
have our personal favorite movie heroes and heroines.
Those wonderful actors who inspire us through their
unique insights into character development, their
marvelous ability to shift internally, the crazy
choices, the laughs, the sobs and awes.
Each of
us, I should hope is guided by an inner code, a
sensibility of right and wrong. The important choices of
including important factors in our lives; humility,
passion, strength, vulnerability. These facets are
crucial in keeping ourselves kind, sane and impassioned.
As we
look up to our peers, so others look up to us. This is
an ever-evolving myriad kaleidoscope, ever changing,
ever shifting. We are all inspired by decent people,
those that strive to be good in all aspects of life.
Those are the ones we look up to.
Once
that relationship gets bent, trashed or destroyed, it is
very difficult to build that up. For example, one might
have a fondness and deep regard for a certain actor,
only to find out at some point that they are total
jerks, totally ego driven, no humility, no actual real
goodness, only a faux mask.
Then
they become nothing in the minds of good people, they
become dust, blown away in the arid Sahara of your
consciousness.
The
important lesson in this whole subject is to always
strive to keep yourself well balanced in all aspects of
life. And under no circumstances sacrifice those
positive aspects to become a insatiable jerk.
October 17, 2021

Being
grateful for your life is perhaps one of the greatest
fundamentals there is for moving forward.
Without
gratitude, life becomes stale. It becomes a race to
accumulate as much "stuff" as you can get. If you never
stop to think about your successes, your failures, your
dreams and where you are headed, then at some point in
time, you will wander off from the road that is your
destiny. Getting off track, is perhaps another chink in
your journey of destiny. Whatever the case may be, you
can always set that foot back on the path of
enlightenment.
Life
sometimes feels so divided. Wherever you look in the
world, it seems that division is celebrated, even
encouraged. This leads to more confusion, more sorrow
and more loss. The real loss here I am speaking of is
"loss of the self". In truth, you may never lose
oneself. There is only the illusion of losing oneself.
So,
wherever you are right now. Stop for a moment. Think
back a bit. Understand the steps that got you to where
you are. Think of all the wonderful individuals who
helped you, also including yourself. Allow that
wonderful feeling of gratitude to wash over you. Carry
it with you. Do not throw it on the sidewalk like some
meaningless bit of trash. Own it. Nurture it. For then
it will nurture you. Allow gratitude to be your friend.
Allow it to carry your soul forward.
With
gratitude you become a more complete being, a more
nurtured soul. You feed that inner desire and hunger for
accomplishment. Without it, eventually the barbarism of
your life will consume you.
Pay It
Forward.
October 2, 2021

The
through line of action.
What is
it? How does it work? Where does it come from?
Simply
put the through line is the focus of where your life is
going and everything else in between. You could be
working towards a PHD or learn how to grow your own
food. Alternately the through line could simply be
walking to the shops and back to get a loaf of bread.
The
most remarkable, beautiful and powerful through line of
action was instigated by the most magnificent wire
walker Philippe Petit on the morning of 7th August 1974
in New York City. He walked between the twin towers, he
gave them life.
Think
about all the preparation, practice, failure and life
commitment it took for Philippe to traverse the void in
between the two towers. This is what a through line of
action should be; powerful and from the depth of your
soul.
Now
translate that into the life you have created either on
stage, screen or voice.
Thank
you Philippe Petit for your awesome contribution to
humanity.
September 17, 2021

Inspiration.
Where does it come from? What is it? What form does it
take? Is it unseen? is it seen?
Inspiration is when your life, spirit and journey
coalesce into a beautiful energy which transcends every
facet of your being. The journey of inspiration grabs
you as quickly and smoothly as a bird flies over a warm
updraft. Inspiration lifts you up. It connects you into
that source of Life. The Soul. Your Soul.
We all have our unique power. First of all, never give
it away for someone else's idea of what you should be
doing. Stand strong in your being. Daydreaming helps
with inspiration. Once you set your thoughts free on
what is possible, you soon realize that you are the
master and mistress of your Soul. Just as The Empress
and The Emperor stand together to mutate into The Lovers
who transcend into a marvelous butterfly.
The amazing truth is that inspiration can hit you
anytime and anywhere. This is because it is like a
flame. It is eternal. Think about a match when it
strikes that sandpaper. It produces friction. This
friction accesses the eternal domain of fire. It is all
around us. As is the flow of water, air, earth and void.
Use the elements in your life to open those castles
within yourself.
Find yourself, find the truth.
September 2, 2021

Most
actors who I speak with, love their craft. They love
every aspect of it, from getting that opportunity, to
preparing, to recording and sending that self-tape in
that you are proud of.
I have
noticed recently though that many actors are moaning to
their various agencies that they need extensions in
getting self-tapes in. That they don't seem to have the
time to get their acts together so to speak, no pun
intended of course.
Now, having a reason for not being able to prepare and
record your tape is valid and does occur and in that
respect is totally warranted. However I suspect that the
vast majority just "can't be bothered" and perhaps they
are too busy getting on with something fun; maybe a trip
to a bar, amusement park or just plain sitting around
with friends.
I was
taught in an old skool way. When you get an audition in,
you cancel everything else as best you can and put the
time in to learn your stuff and get that recording done.
And especially in this day where self-tapes rule, where
actors have a distinct advantage. Gone are the days
where you journey to the casting director offices to
record your scene. You may get two takes to get it
right. With self-tapes you can record a hundred takes if
you so desire and then pick the best one to send. An
actors audition has become way more easier. Easier means
less excuses.
So why
is it that I bust my teeth in getting my tape in for the
deadline. Then the next day, get a message from my
agency that "we have extended the deadline" because a
large number of actors called in and moaned that they
cannot learn and record a few paragraphs. Are some
agents becoming too soft and pandering to the lazy folk?
Maybe. This I feel is such a huge disrespect to those
that took the time out of their busy and hectic days to
get that tape in on time.
So next
time you get that opportunity, make it the number one
priority and get it done. Don't disrespect the art and
the trade!
August 17, 2021

Keeping
yourself fit and healthy is a must for being successful
in Life.
In
general when people think "fit" and "healthy" they think
gym, cross fit, cardio, eating right, not stuffing your
face full of crap.
What if
instead, you start stuffing your inner psyche with
poison.
How
many people have the crucial positive thought of being
hygienic in their thinking. Maintaining a strong and
healthy inner republic needs to happen otherwise all
your efforts on the outside will eventually fail.
What
good is it to have a shapely physique if your psyche is
hell-bent on destruction. Your own destruction that is.
When we have psychic malaise in ourselves, when our
"shadow" is out of control then our path leads us down
very dark roads. Your sovereignty is smashed. You no
longer trust in your inner "knowing". You rely on others
to tell you what is correct and incorrect. You start to
follow the crowd rather than yourself.
I leave
you with a beautiful quote from Chased-by-Bears (1843 -
1915) Santee-Yanktonai Sioux
"When a
man does a piece of work which is admired by all we say
that it is wonderful; but when we see the changes of day
and night, the sun, the moon, and the stars in the sky,
and the changing seasons upon the earth, with their
ripening fruits, anyone must realize that it is the work
of someone more powerful than man."
July 27, 2021

Your
character's reality is only as good as your own !
We
spend crucial time mutating and creating our characters.
Each of us has our own unique method that shapes the way
our creation exists. Our masterpiece, fleshed right from
the depths of our soul, mirrors what is inside. This
energy, this chi can only use the tools available from
the inside.
If you
lean towards the narcissistic side and have no empathy
then how can you play a character that loves deeply and
empathizes with those around? You may use imitation on
the surface but the energy will be lacking. That form
will be empty.
This is
why it is important to balance yourself with all
emotions in your actual life. Find the compassion
within. Find the anger. Find the joy. Find the sadness.
Balance is key. Become friends with your emotions. After
all they are there for a reason, and they come knocking
for a reason. Find out what that reason is.
Then
there is your life. Your full life which you have lived
up to this point. Every single moment you have lived in
is precious. Even those times where bad decisions were
made, harm was done, dishonor achieved. There is a
melting pot inside each of us which contains all the
"pending" items. All those experiences which we chose
not to look at.
These
must be explored from all corners of your rich and full
life, if necessary going back centuries. Find the
wisdom, the strength to examine your choices and
decisions. From there you will create a rich and full
inner life for yourself. Without that strong foundation
within, your creativity will flounder on the surface.
Give a
gift to yourself and enrich your inner life. Your
character will fucking love you for it !
July 14, 2021

A
beautiful Legendary hero has passed into the mists of
forever. I am speaking of the highly acclaimed director,
Richard Donner.
His
films inspire courage, bravery, friendship, adversity
and magic!
Ranging
from The Omen, a superb start to the three part-series,
going on to Superman and Superman II, The Director's
cut. I was smiling plenty when this fantastic cut was
made available. Another favorite movie, Ladyhawke with
Rutger Hauer and Matthew Broderick, a tale of fantasy
and love.
The
Lethal Weapon series and that fantastic comedy Scrooged
came under this marvelous soul's vision.
My all
time favorite though has to be The Goonies! Thank you
for such a special and unique story. All the pieces fit
together just like the puzzle that is One Eyed Willy.
Bountiful and enthralling.
These
are the voices we gravitate towards, for they are
timeless, crafted by a masterful creative being.
July 1, 2021

Most of
us suffer through some kind of trauma, somewhere in our
lives, whether currently or in the past or both. Healing
from trauma is crucial, vital and important, however,
the trauma itself can play an important role in our
character development, if channeled correctly.
As an
example I would like to share an experience. I recently
passed my Ichi Kyu (brown belt) in Budo. During the
randori (free sparring) in the midst of getting attacked
by the black belts (75% intensity) something wonderful
occurred. A shift happened within me. The frightened and
traumatized little boy who was bullied heavily at school
regained his power. Even my good friend Jeremy Penn who
served as my uke for my test, witnessed this shift. It
was as if a switch had been clicked.
Even
though I regained my power, my access to that trauma at
a deeply psychic level can still be accessed, and most
importantly, utilized in my character development work.
This is
such a crucial element to be observed by us. It is the
click and switch. The inner decision to use something
negative and destructive in order to create another
thing which is positive, engaging, real and powerful.
June 15, 2021

I first
saw the great and talented Ned Beatty in one of my
favorite movies "Superman". His quirkiness and
awkwardness translated perfectly into a great comedic
flow of inspiration.
The
characters he built stand the ultimate test of time, one
watches with awe his perfect physicality, the movement
igniting from his bold center.
"Restless Natives" is another movie where Ned shines.
His contribution to the filmscape is strong, bringing a
smile and chuckles to his wonderful on screen presence.
Thank
you Ned for your beautiful inspirations, may your
journey into the ether be filled with joy and angels.
June 9, 2021

All of
us want to do great work. There is a very specific need
within us to excel at our craft. One ingredient that is
crucial, is to connect into the deep reservoir of who we
are, our soul, our being, there are many names. It is
our true selves.
One
must go through the "dark night of the soul". One must
connect wholly to our individual true potential, of
finding out who we are, based on who we were. These
magical notes can be found deep within our psyche. Every
day, immerse yourself in quiet contemplation and
meditation.
Take
the dusty and musty staircase down into the bowels of
your castle. Find the doors which will give you those
answers you so yearn for. One added gift is that only
you, only the individuated being can go on this journey.
No-one else can do the walk for you. It must be you.
Allow the voice of your ancestors to stir the cauldron
deep within yourself.
What
you find, channel it into your art, your work, your
destiny. Be proud of who you are in the deepest sense of
what that means. Give it the meaning you deserve!
May 23, 2021

I am
saddened to hear the passing of the brilliant,
effervescent and universal Legend who is Charles Grodin.
I fell
in love with this unique, beautiful man in the movie
"Midnight Run" where his comedic chops rang like a
magnetic church bell on Easter. Everything about Charles
is pure magic. He brought a style of comedy to the
screen that no-one else had, a dry wit, a balanced
perspective, an intense look that bubbled up giggles
inside.
A
plethora of successful movies which hold a smile in my
heart; The Woman in Red, Beethoven, Dave. I am grateful
for the laughs and giggles.
Thank
you for a lifetimes of fun and laughter. May angels
carry you into the beyond. They may also know the answer
to a question "Why were you unpopular with the Chicago
police department?"
May 11, 2021

How do
you keep your motivation going year after year after
year?
In
order to succeed, one must wake each day and wipe the
slate clean. This is what one of my hero's "Bruce Lee"
said. One must wake to an empty cup, to then find the
excitement and vigor on your life's path, to put one
foot in front of the other.
As an
actor, we need material, we need auditions, we need to
be seen. One thing that I can attest to after doing this
for many years, is that opportunities will always be
there. You must put yourself out there energetically
first. Take what is inside and use your beautiful
imagination to wrap yourself around the Earth and
Universe.
When an
opportunity comes in, jump on it! Let the excitement of
your work lead you into that mesmerizing obsessive
tunnel vision. Live it, breathe it, excel in your unique
way. Paint the picture using your tools.
The
last part is the fun bit. You must then dissolve all the
tendrils of any outcomes you may want to imagine. Let go
of the outcomes and you'll be just fine. The right
projects will find you and you will find them.
Synchronicity.
April 24, 2021

I have
heard often that those personages whose art transcends
their own passion, eventually will produce work wholly
their own.
Seems
simple doesn’t it? One begins with an idea which expands
into a brief, becomes a script and the rest of this
Director’s journey comes into fruition. Cast and Crew
are hired, everyone knows their part of the jigsaw,
shooting begins, everyone has fun, shooting ends. Then
the film goes into post.
Excitement is the name of the game, although one needs
to approach the project correctly, right from the
beginning. The idea needs to inspire you in some way. If
you are a hard headed picky perfectionist bloke like me,
coming up with a brilliant story is crucial. Only then
can the next phase be in symbiosis with the current
accomplishment.
My good
friend Chris Zapata from our Gi Yu Dojo community taught
me this trait. In his words “you need to setup the
technique correctly from the beginning, otherwise it
will fall flat.” Words of wisdom for life.
April 4, 2021

Keeping yourself
busy effectively during slow times is a critical skill
to know and learn as an actor. As actors we love what we
do. Our unique signature and how we transplant that into
performance is how we breathe, create, imagine.
It is equally
important to have other skills and hobbies. The more of
the outside world you witness and experience, the more
those experiences will enhance your "story".
A good friend of
mine once told me that to expand beyond your perceived
limitations, you must learn new things, read a book you
would never have usually read, take a course in botany
or pizza making. It's all experience and it's all good.
Wise words and it is the secret to growth.
March 17, 2021

The
first time I witnessed the magnificent strength, power,
fortitude, charm and charisma which Yaphet Kotto
exhibits was in the Bond film "Live and Let Die". His
genius shines through with effervescent determination. A
powerful villain in his role as Kananga.

His
appearance in the many marvelous movies when I was
growing up, added to my respect for his bold artistry;
Alien, The Running Man, Midnight Run. A professional
tweak within himself to give that right amount of
character. An amazing plethora of roles.

Thank
you from the bottom of my soul for your inspirations,
you will continue to shine in my heart. Rest well and
enjoy the journey of wisdom. May angels accompany you
beyond the gates of death and rebirth.
February 25, 2021

Starting on any journey, whether spiritual, adventurous
and career related, one thing is certain; you need a bit
of faith.
I
recall that time when I took my first steps in this
awesome industry. Very exciting times and it's been a
hell of a journey ever since!
The
important point though is that I recall 'looking
forward' through time to get a feel if this career was
the right move, right for me and will it lead anywhere.

My
soul, which is timeless, replied with a solid aye,
although I knew it would take time.
That's
the wonderful quality of time, it's a close friend,
helps us grow, change and realize the most intimate and
awe-inspiring version of ourselves.
Know
Your Success !
February 8, 2021

My
first experience witnessing the brilliant art of
Christopher Plummer was in the film "Murder by Decree".
I was astounded by the smoothness and power which
Christopher Plummer bought to the role of Sherlock
Holmes.

Being a
fan of Star Trek, seeing the guile of General Chang in
"Star Trek VI The Undiscovered Country" made me smile
big. What is excellent about this Star Trek adventure is
that Shakespeare element which gives this adventure a
sparkly place in the starlit sky.

Another
favorite movie is that romantic diddy "Somewhere in
Time", where we are treated to Christopher Plummer's
William Fawcett Robinson.
Thank
you sir for a wonderful plethora of great storytelling.
May your journey shine into eternity.
January 26, 2021

Heroes
and Heroines, they are part of our world, our individual
existence. Having positive role models in life is
crucial, particularly when growing up from the sometimes
confusing journey of childhood into adulthood.
Many of
our heroes and heroines are found in literature, the
arts and cinema. These initial connections are the
foundation of our own heroism, carrying through with us
to our present time.

I count
myself fortunate to have had a plethora of positive role
models when growing up, from these mediums. Characters
such as Theseus from Greek mythology inspired my
imagination.
Once I
discovered films such as Star Wars, Superman and awesome
80s movies; The Goonies, Teen Wolf, Back to the Future,
the values and lessons embedded in these, were deeply
ingrained. This entailed getting to know the Light side
of life.

On the
other side, the dark side of life, crafted beautifully
within the horror genre, completed the puzzle. Memories
of watching classics such as George Romero's Day of the
Dead, Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger, and the rest of
the bloody gang; Pinhead, Jason and Michael. What good
times.
Thinking back now, I am grateful and pleased my path
included both the light and the dark, for this is the
crux of the personal understanding of oneself.
January 10, 2021

I am
sad and melancholy in hearing about the passing of the
delightful, sweet and dear soul Marion Ramsey.
The
first Police Academy film I saw was Police Academy 2. I
fell in love with all the characters, Hooks especially.
She has that perfect balance between calmness and
strength.

Her
beating all odds also made it possible for us to beat
the odds in our life. That is the message that Marion
Ramsey brings, one of strength and hope.
Thank
you for all the fun, laughs and lessons dear Marion,
journey and rest well.

“Don’t
move dirtbag!”
January 6, 2021

As a
young teenager, I first fell in love with the beautiful
Tanya Roberts in the bond film 'A View to a Kill'. This
was during those absolutely freeing and wonderful times
during that 80s era.
I
remember sitting in the ABC Cinema in Hammersmith,
London and being totally enthralled by the character on
the screen. Tanya represents the zesty feminine aspect
of strength, sassiness and soul.
A bit
later I discovered the awesome movie 'The Beastmaster',
where once again Tanya shone brightly with light and
spirit.

On
reading about her passing has filled me with sadness,
but also gratitude. Thank you for your devotion to life,
sanctity and adventure. By coincidence I shared a
Beastmaster poster a day or so ago.
Dear
Tanya, journey well into the adventure of adventures,
you will be missed. Your legacy of womanhood will
continue into the ages.
January 1, 2021

Happy
New Year Everyone!
It’s a
good time to set goals for the next twelve months and
make them happen. Movement is key, it always is. Your
energy, your soul, your being needs to firstly be alive.
Not in some vague way, but really to be alive and
living, breathing, ready to take on whatever comes along
with excitement and a sense of adventure in your heart.
Ask
yourself this. Am I closer today to achieving my targets
and goals than I was a year ago? Have I grown this past
year?
The
year 2020 has been a terrific opportunity for personal
growth. Most of us were on lockdown for a good portion
of the year. Did you spend the time wisely in amongst
the binge watching. Did you work on yourself? How many
books did you read?
Life
throws us opportunities, many of which we do not
recognize as such in the moment. Working on your psyche,
your being, this is part of why we are here. We create
ourselves from the clay of our birthrights. Each of us
has a birthright to be here on our beautiful sphere of
marvel.
Let
this moment now empower you, bring you what you need so
you may grow, your heart can grow and we can grow and
evolve together.
I am
excited for what this year will bring!
2020
December 17, 2020

There
are times in life when you meet your childhood hero and
everything about that larger-than-life personality hits
the mark with a bullseye!

Meeting
Jeremy Bulloch, a.k.a. Boba Fett was a beautiful moment,
the memory residing in my heart for all time.
This
was at the London Comic-con in 2012. He elegantly
demonstrated his Jabba’s Palace move at the sight of
that blasted thermal detonator, swift, precise and dead
on sight. As you would expect from the indomitable Boba
Fett. Both his wife Maureen and himself are warm, open
and chatty. Thank you for your marvelous spirit.

I met
Jeremy at consecutive London comic-cons. Then another
chance encounter at a screening of Return of the Jedi at
The Prince Charles Theatre in London. He is the most
down-to-earth dude. I couldn’t help being a bit
star-struck as this is BOBA FETT!
My
heart is sad on Jeremy’s passing, and salutes my friend,
that intrepid, fearless bounty hunter that gave a boy
his wish.

Rest
and journey well, your Spirit shines in eternity.
http://www.jeremybulloch.com
November 29,
2020

After a
lifetime of dedication to the Arts, a true Legend, a
Star in his own right has passed into the mists of
Forever. I am speaking about the one and only David
Prowse, who plays the one and only Darth Vader.
My
fascination with Star Wars started very early in life
when still at school. I was memorizing the names of the
Star Wars cast at the same time I was doing my times
tables.

David
Prowse portrayed Darth Vader with vigor, energy and a
presence “I’ve not heard since ….” When you watch the
original trilogy, you feel Darth wholly in spirit, in
character. His presence washes over your soul.
I had
the good fortune to meet David a few times while at
comic-cons in the UK. A lovely gentle giant, we had
great rapport !

Later I
found out, and to this day am disgusted to how David
Prowse was treated by the “Official Star Wars” Events.
They marginalized him, ignored him. He was never invited
to attend the main events. Why? Because they say he
leaked information during Jedi about the whole
Vader-Father concept. This is simply not true. Isn’t it
time for Official Star Wars to acknowledge the greatness
that is David Prowse.

I for
one salute David and say Thank You for “the dark side of
the force”
Rest
well and rest assured that your legacy will thrive and
continue.
#honorDavidProwse #honourDavidProwse
November 27, 2020

Perfect? What exactly does this word "perfect" mean?
I say that it is you that gives the word meaning. It is
a cohesion within your soul when you describe a thing as
"perfect". It is an energy, a pulse, a creation of
beauty. It is when you are locked in to your true,
immortal self. You become unstoppable !
Bearing this in mind, there is such a thing as a
"perfect delivery".
It comes in the form of a brilliant performance by that
ace maverick we all love BILL MURRAY.
In the wonderful classic movie "Ghostbusters" directed
by genius Ivan Reitman, Bill Murray plays Peter Venkman,
an off the cuff scientist and parapsychologist. The
magic happens In the scene when he visits Dana Barrett's
apartment, Dana played fantastically by the elegant
Sigourney Weaver.
While using one of his ghostbusting "toys" on the
fridge, Dana asks him "Are you sure you're using that
thing correctly?"
Bill's response is nothing short of brilliant ! Go watch
the movie and see if you feel the same way. Both my wife
Cindy and myself wholeheartedly nominate Bill Murray for
one of the most awesome deliveries of all time !
October 21, 2020

“There
is no better reward for an actor, when their conscious
mind melts away, and what is left is the living,
breathing character.”
This is
the state of mind that we actors strive for. It is the
last stage of total transformation. It is in that moment
when we fully commit and that spark happens. Gone is the
babble from the mind. The choices and decisions
mechanism is turned over to our creation. They finally
breathe …. And live within us !
Recently I was in a rehearsal for an upcoming project
and the magic happened. Tommie melted away and the
character remained. And even better, I knew it and felt
it. This by no means is a random factor. It is the
result of work, hard focused work.
One must also not get complacent. There is still much
work to be done, there always is. But the work does
change focus slightly. Once the foundations and
mechanisms are built and are working correctly, the work
takes on a much subtler edge. This is pure refinement,
and where the fun really begins !
October 12, 2020

The
Switch-Flip is a critical tool that every Actor should
possess in their magic-bag. It is the ability to flip
from one thought to another contradicting thought in a
beat (or a few).
A
brilliant example of this switch is in Oliver Stone's
JFK. Jack Martin played by Jack Lemmon is being
questioned by Jim Garrison (Kevin Costner). Jack is
telling them all about Guy Bannister and the strange
people and business he has seen. He's all up for it in
the first moment, then brilliantly in a flash switches
and flips. Jack Lemon executes this with the ease of a
master painter adding a subtle color to their
masterpiece.
It is
important to back-up the reaction and change with
substance. In Jack Lemon's case, his sudden inner
realization that he could end up dead. This prompts the
inner change which is then automatically executed with
skill and precision.
It is
exciting to be able to watch a brilliant movie and at
the same time get an important bit of insight into a
master craftsman's work. Keep discovering, keep on being
inspired !
September 26, 2020

I learnt some very sad
news today. Charles (Chuck) Jackson from Pataskala
Martial Arts passed away in June of this year.
I had
the good fortune to know Chuck through his film-making
endeavors. After I moved to the States in 2017, Chuck
was one of the first film-makers to hire me. I will
always be grateful that he reached out to me. We worked
on a fun project called 'Mental Note'. Chuck has a very
kind soul, he is a big soft-hearted bear !
I take
this opportunity to let him know that he is missed. Both
Cindy and myself send our deep felt condolences to his
family.
Chuck,
may your eternal journey be rich and vibrant !
September 11, 2020

As I
pay homage on this day to the souls that perished, today
marks a new beginning. It is the time to let go of the
old, that which no longer serves, making space for the
new.
It is
an exciting time to be alive. Savor every moment, love
deeply, have a playful heart, be of good nature.
Be open
to learning. Jack Nicholson once said "if you stop
learning, then you're dead". The most powerful lessons
we can learn are those regarding ourselves. We as
passionate story-tellers need to know ourselves to the
deepest core.
So
whether you are learning from a great teacher, a friend,
a lesson in life, always be thankful. Being in command
of oneself is vital.
My wife
Cindy gives beautiful advice "just go with the flow" she
says.
I'm all
for that, as I head downstairs to give her a hug and a
kiss.

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