I don't know what this guy's problem is but you're a stone cold fox. So if you're ever in LA, please look me up!

As far as an answer from a guy in his mid-twenties... he's a chicken shit. Most guys I know will ignore a girl instead of confronting her, even the loud mouth's who will pick fights in bars. Emotions are a scary thing, especially for someone who hasn't really developed any.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 12:56 AM on June 14, 2008

Yea! More east coasters coming out west! I don't feel so alone now!

The 3rd is fine as long as it's after 7pm.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:28 AM on May 24, 2008

So sorry I couldn't make it, had to go to a late night interview in West Hollywood that took most of my time. Can't wait for Roller Disco though!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:58 AM on June 4, 2008

I heard debauchery and had to check back in here.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 6:48 PM on June 4, 2008

Well, now I know i'm going with cremation.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 1:16 AM on May 1, 2008

I for one welcome our flaming meat overlords. I'm sorry, it had to be said.

I would be up for a Tuesday or Sunday meetup, but I'm wary of people bringing me somewhere to "learn things" and "get cultured". Foursquare and loads of beer sound mighty fine though.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 2:03 AM on April 12, 2008

Then I must insist on a bar visit toot sweet before any learning shenanigans occur.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 2:41 PM on April 12, 2008

I'm sorry I missed the party, work got in the way, but next time!!!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 2:16 AM on April 21, 2008

I just purchased a really wonderful messenger bag from Urban Outfitters, but alas, it's no longer on the website (however it might be in the stores). Whilst browsing, I came across this bag and it looks to be somewhat you might be in the market for.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 2:12 AM on April 17, 2008

My name is Derek, and I approve this meetup.

Although, getting drunk around cacti is sure to be an awesome combination.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 3:06 PM on March 3, 2008

Awesome meetup, great choice of location, would recommend again A++++++.

In attendance were: Derek, dhammond, katillathehun, mykescipark, carsonb, epimorph, lalochezia, mandymanwasregistered, Lillitatiana, HE Amb. T. S. L. DuVal, klangklangston, speicus, and mullingitover.

I will upload my pictures in the A.M. after my AA meeting.... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 1:53 AM on March 15, 2008

incessant is completely right. Yes, it would be a horrible idea. I'm an east coast native too, and this place does get on my nerves a little bit more each day. Unfortunately if I moved away, I'd lose the momentum that I've built up in my own career and might have to start at the bottom too.

You have to think of what will be best for your career at this point. I'd suggest trying to get a month-to-month lease until you sell the script, then jet away for a few months to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 2:22 AM on March 11, 2008

Still 3/4 in LA (Burbank) since last week.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 2:52 PM on February 1, 2008

These key bindings are the holy grail to massively long posts. Stupid page down begone!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 2:15 PM on February 1, 2008

Crazy nickyskye, hope everything is ok!

I started using the internet when I was 12, back in '95 or so. I would dial a BBS and look around, but then we got AOL and I was hooked. Before then I would just come home and watch tv or play outside. There is a very specific time in my life when I went from a sometimes user to an around-the-clock user. When we moved to Florida, we had cable internet installed and I wouldn't go to sleep for days, coding new websites, IRC bots, and... [more]
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 1:46 AM on January 31, 2008

A meetup with Klang is the cat's meow.

I have/had a similar problem since I hate my roommates and everyone at my work is older then me and very into the hollywood/entertainment scene. But I started working a part time job and met a few fun people, plus there's always the next mefi four-square meetup...

I guess what I am saying is that friends take time to find, and that most of the people you meet are going to be weird to you (especially when... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 2:53 PM on January 25, 2008

Contests! It's the way to go. Of course those of us with spec tv shows are SOL, so it's time to bang out a feature...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 10:45 AM on January 15, 2008

As someone who's been walking the picket lines since day one, there are mixed feelings about the interim deals. It puts some writers back to work while the rest of us sit on the sidelines. Today was the Warner Brothers day of picketing due to the thousand plus people that were laid off. We were out in force and there is still plenty of steam left in the engine.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 8:39 PM on January 14, 2008

If I had to guess, then I would say it's true. The DGA is known for getting what it wants, but depending on the terms it could mean that the strike could be over as soon as next week i'd imagine. If people are wondering, they started negotiating on Saturday, so it's been 3 days. It still all depends on the producers giving the writers a fair deal.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 8:46 PM on January 14, 2008

Huh. I've never heard of a union busting its own strike before.

It was part of a divide and conquer strategy that seems to be working on the business side of things, but it doesn't sit well with everyone.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 8:48 PM on January 14, 2008

I am that guy making coffee for the producers. Someone give me a real job.

In terms of filming, yes a good microphone and the know-how to stage lighting is more important then how you move the camera in most aspects. I recommend all the previously mentioned books as well as Shot by Shot.

On the writing side, pick up Screenplay by Syd Field. It's a bible, learn it, love it, then leave it.

If I remember correctly, the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 7:04 PM on January 8, 2008

Of course this starts after I leave to come back to LA. At least the store is right across the street from Garden State Plaza.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 9:55 AM on January 7, 2008

Well, I was just about to FPP the cut scene from the beginning of Episode IV but one Star Wars post a day is all anyone can handle.
posted to MetaFilter by Derek at 8:59 AM on January 4, 2008

I'm still sad that I missed the meetup, I would have gotten the chance to whip out my moleskin and join the self-help group.

Ah well, next time in the valley!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 8:48 AM on January 4, 2008

This year would have been my first non-family related New Years party, but alas, circumstances bring me back home one more year. Of course i'd rather be at a party with other single people, but it's not the end of the world.

If anywhere, the idea came from the movies, because it makes for a great moment.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 12:27 AM on December 31, 2007

Cash, it's easier to bring back to LA. Oh, and a complete Green Arrow series done by Kevin Smith.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:32 AM on December 25, 2007

Ok, so final tally:

$500, gift cards (barnes and noble, best buy, ralphs, amc, outback, and shell gas), lots of "The Office" stuff, some fish seasoning rub, a nifty bottle opener, set of 15 Green Arrow comics written by Kevin Smith, 3 books (Who's your tv alter ego, shit happens, and an astrological guide), a fold-in duffel bag, and finally an airport TSA security strap.

Now I just have to figure out what to spend the cash on...
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 4:09 PM on December 26, 2007

Move to LA, there's plenty of us (jews) here.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 11:13 PM on December 26, 2007

Won't be back until the 5th, but i'll check back later.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 12:49 AM on December 21, 2007

Posting a blind askme about your rampent alcoholism is going to bring out the people who've had their own battles with it. I may have been a little harsh, but honestly I hope that he does get some help.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 7:34 PM on December 3, 2007

If you need to drink to have fun something else is fundamentally wrong and you do need help. You girlfriend cares enough about you to put up with this so far, you are a lucky man. Your friends, while they may be ones you've had all your life, are not helping. Go hang with them somewhere else then a bar, away from alcohol. You're already on the road to liver failure and several other problems, turn back now.

In Brief: Go see a therapist, get into AA, and grow the hell up.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 4:01 PM on December 3, 2007

I imagine the following exchange when thinking of getting my own secret quonsar gift.

Well, don't you want to open your present?
If it's a severed head I'm going to be very upset
Open it.
What is it?
It's a gun rack.
A gun rack... a gun rack. I don't even own *a* gun, let alone many guns that would necessitate an entire rack. What am I gonna do... with a gun rack?

Happy Quonsar Day!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 1:19 AM on November 26, 2007

I'll try and make it, I don't have an apartment or job yet so I can't guarantee anything.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 4:05 AM on October 17, 2007

I will venture out tonight if I get back from a friends place in time. If you see a guy in a red sweatshirt looking confused and not sure where he's supposed to go, that might be me.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 2:19 PM on November 17, 2007

Sadly I showed up about an hour and change late, so I missed the stripping, but I did have a great time. And I must correct myself, it's not a red sweatshirt, it's maroon.

New MeFi contacts! YEA!!!
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 9:52 PM on November 18, 2007

You're making the rest of us feel very old now...
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 11:36 AM on November 18, 2007

As disasters go, mine haven't been that bad, generally as a kid I'd break a bone or bite through my tongue every year or so. Nothing bad had really happened since I ran over an old lady on my bike back in 2000, but they've been pretty frequent this year.

Two weeks ago I moved to California, flying into Oakland and driving down to San Jose. I met up with my friends and went back to their apartment, had some dinner, started drinking, and then I experienced my first... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 11:41 AM on November 12, 2007

I will not be able to make it, impromptu going away party being thrown in my honor. I am very special.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 11:59 AM on October 23, 2007

MetaFilter: Burning bridges where ever we can.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:15 AM on October 24, 2007

Yea, this helps me out too, i'm moving back to Cali on the 30th and have been stalking craigslist for an apartment, but have had only a few callbacks, i'll plan on spending a few days in a motel now.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 9:35 AM on October 19, 2007

Against black, EXT. FUNERAL - MORNING

YOUNG BOY
Meh, meh, meh meh meh meh!

FADE IN:

MEDIUM SHOT - YOUNG BOY

Description of shot

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That would be the most proper way to do it, but there isn't a written rule for this type of thing. I can't format for space, but you get the gist.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 10:08 AM on October 18, 2007

If you need more examples, check out "Clerks" or any Tarantino flick. They generally do it over title cards, but it works over black too.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Derek at 10:11 AM on October 18, 2007

spec80: My father thought I was two years older then I actually am today... I can't believe i'm going to have to put him in a home already...

As per what chrismear said before, the MeFi Documentary Film Crew™ will be there to film all the naughty bits. Details to follow.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 11:09 PM on October 2, 2007

I showed up late to each place except for Happy Endings and found out they were closed. Hope everyone else had a good time.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 8:22 PM on October 8, 2007

Keep the ideas coming, i've got a txt file open collecting them.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 5:48 PM on September 27, 2007

xo - very smart, I already have the guidelines for the interviews written up, just waiting to see how to organize this mess. I think we'll take strawberryviagra up on the offer to host a new wiki so I can get started on this before my trip to Israel.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 6:10 PM on September 27, 2007

Do you have a purdy mouth?
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 8:39 PM on September 27, 2007

I'd like to set a time and date for any of the segment producers and directors to meet (video conference or IRC) as well as anyone else interested in helping out.

Now that we've got a tentitive outline, I would like to find someone to work through the basic interview questions that have been posted and match them to the segment topics so that we can choose from a wide range of answers. We should have a bunch of raw footage to cull through by the end.... [more]
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:02 AM on September 28, 2007

Does someone out here excel at grant writing? It’s a talent that (I don't posses) could be extremely valuable to this project. A good set of grant proposals could go a long way towards turning this great little idea into a great little film.

My aunt excels in grant writing and has offered to help me in the past, i'm not sure when I will see her next, but i'm going to write an email this weekend asking for help.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 9:08 PM on September 28, 2007

I've updated the wiki to minimize the clutter. We've moved to a project page where we can be better organized. Please join the project page if you want to help out as either production or if you just want to be famous.

Fame not guaranteed in all 50 states.
posted to MetaTalk by Derek at 10:27 PM on September 28, 2007