This channel has helped me for years now, but none of its videos more than this one I think. So much resonated with me, and I'm happy to know that not only am I meant to be a writer, but that I'm not alone. Thank you so much Film Courage for everything.
I felt this one! Making movies wasn't even considered an option where I'm from in small town Iowa. People will literally laugh in your face and patronize you for talking about doing it. I can't wait to finally put some work onto the screen so I can have a panic attack at the premiere, but also be able to point at it and say "I made that," with pride!
@@filmcourage lol wish I could take credit for it, but this name is a gift from the great Dan Harmon. Come to think of it, it'd be great to have him on the channel
I tried to have this conversation the other day with one of my friends but she just didn't get it. If your career isn't related to your craft it's way easier to handle it. For example, let's say you really want to become a Doctor but you can't make it into medical school. It's not the end of the world. You can try luck with other health-sector related careers, try to be a nurse, a paramedic, an EMT, etc. And even if you don't have the money or test scores to do it professionally, you can take courses and be a volunteer. Your profession won't change the fact that helping people out is your vocation. And being able to do it so for a living don't change who you are. For us writers, musicians, visual artists to become a professional screenwriters for a long-running TV series or being the lead singers of a successful band can be a life changing experience in our pursue and cultivation of our craft. And if it never happens that won't change the fact that writing or making music is part of WHO WE ARE. We won't stop creating 'cos we live for it. Ps. Regardless of the reason behind it and our skill level, I believe everybody should try to develop their artistic side. It can only enrichen your life.
Write what scares you, because that means it's coming from a real place. You know your doing something right if even you feel conflicted about it. Great video. Thank you.
It is hard coming from a working class background. I had comments thrown at me when I was a kid and even to this day suffer ridicule from coworkers. Thankfully that same working class upbringing gave me a thick skin.
I needed this so much....in spite everyone telling me they like my story, i keep losing confidence even as I am excited to tell the story, and thinking if someone say they just like it to be polite. It's gruelling, but I'm forcing myself to put one foot in front of the other and get closer and closer, it's a daily fight against the fear of not being good enough. Doesn't help that when I finally told a family member I was creating an actual story for publishing I got the reply "YOU are writing a manga?" - Yes, yes I am.
This is a gem of a video, I found all the videos of Mr. DuShane, that I have watched, to be really inspiring and informative. Thanks Film Courage for bringing good content to us subscribers.
Thank you for this! There are some tricky decisions in an upcoming project, and the option that scares me the most intensely feels like the right choice, despite how risky it is. The way you describe it gives me more confidence to go the scary direction
I so identify with this. I can look at my writing one minute and see the awards coming and then I'll look at it again and feel regret that a tree had to die for me to scribble my nonsense on its corpse. I am lucky in that even though I come from a working class background, my family have been very supportive. I can't imagine what it's like to have family that doesn't back you whatever.
A friend of mine, back in 84, asked me' Are you ready for success?' That stuck with me. Are we ready if someone says 'Sure! We'll buy your script ! Then what? Take the money and run- that' s one way,. but what happens if you are part of the filming process ?
The past year, I just started writing, and thinking about it now, I feel a little shamed about how I write. And I'm not sure whether I got lazy or, like anything else, I (began to) lack confidence. I know nobody is perfect, but I keep thinking whether I should keep writing or not.
Keep writing, I write everyday. Ive set a standard that before every week ends, I MUST HAVE TWO SCREENPLAYS. I just don’t want to be a writer, but I am a great writer.
Shame: what a wellspring. I also like that clip by Brook Elms who does not seem to suffer from it at all. 'Easy and fun' I think he said. These guys are equally helpful.
That's exactly what I contemplate when I write: the people I can't stand the sight of and also my Oscar winning speech for best Writer and Director. It's good to see a writer I have something in common with.
Absolutely, sometime I feel like what I'm writing might be too much, how it might scare people off or making them feel conflicted when all they want is to feel entertained but really I don't want to be just an entertainer...I want to make people think and feel things that last with them a lifetime and change how they think. I feel to do that I have to be more gruff then vanilla and more bold than soft. This video at the end kind of reminded me that if I'm feeling conflicted about it, then I know I'm hitting a topic that needs to be discussed. And that it's ok to not feel super happy about everything I write right away. Sometimes it take time to cultivate something meaningful...and that journey isn't always sunshine and roses... nor should it be. So I feel more confident about my writing now. Thank you guys for the interview.
Very well pointed out by Tony; this is a very bourgeoise/first world problem deal. I think this is the only good thing about having a rough upbringing: Fear of success ain't got shit on you when survival is your priority.
I thought it was only me hhhh ':) I have been writing for 15 years... I think im finally ready to finish my latest work (yes first 20 drafts went to the grabage bin.. As they should)
I'm an unsuccessful writer, for 10 years now attempting to complete a good script - I have 6, none of them 'there' yet. A couple of years ago I was the victim of a serious attack which came to court just lately - the defence lawyer cross-examined me like this: 'so, you don't work, you just write?' I felt so ashamed, I said 'yes'. The jury thought so little of me that they could not decide, though the evidence made it point blank obvious. The trial will be re-run. Next time, I am not going to just say 'yes'!!!!!
That blank page is scary because forging a bestseller out of it is like hitting a full court shot in basketball. Then you do that 22 times?! Bet you start to wonder when your luck is going to run out.
This channel has helped me for years now, but none of its videos more than this one I think. So much resonated with me, and I'm happy to know that not only am I meant to be a writer, but that I'm not alone. Thank you so much Film Courage for everything.
I appreciate his openness and his humor. And yes therapy is a good thing. Wish I did it a long time ago.
Great interview. He's right, family will insult you for you doing what you love.
I felt this one! Making movies wasn't even considered an option where I'm from in small town Iowa. People will literally laugh in your face and patronize you for talking about doing it. I can't wait to finally put some work onto the screen so I can have a panic attack at the premiere, but also be able to point at it and say "I made that," with pride!
You will do. Hope you do it
Just like the country where I reside, Scotland, which is a pessimistic dump.
Hell yeah Dusty!
@@UserOfTheUnknown the accent is sexy though.
That feeling of being a crappy person when you don't work on your craft is very relatable
Scroopy Noopers is a great name!
@@filmcourage lol wish I could take credit for it, but this name is a gift from the great Dan Harmon. Come to think of it, it'd be great to have him on the channel
I tried to have this conversation the other day with one of my friends but she just didn't get it. If your career isn't related to your craft it's way easier to handle it. For example, let's say you really want to become a Doctor but you can't make it into medical school. It's not the end of the world. You can try luck with other health-sector related careers, try to be a nurse, a paramedic, an EMT, etc. And even if you don't have the money or test scores to do it professionally, you can take courses and be a volunteer. Your profession won't change the fact that helping people out is your vocation. And being able to do it so for a living don't change who you are.
For us writers, musicians, visual artists to become a professional screenwriters for a long-running TV series or being the lead singers of a successful band can be a life changing experience in our pursue and cultivation of our craft. And if it never happens that won't change the fact that writing or making music is part of WHO WE ARE. We won't stop creating 'cos we live for it.
Ps. Regardless of the reason behind it and our skill level, I believe everybody should try to develop their artistic side. It can only enrichen your life.
Write what scares you, because that means it's coming from a real place. You know your doing something right if even you feel conflicted about it. Great video. Thank you.
It is hard coming from a working class background. I had comments thrown at me when I was a kid and even to this day suffer ridicule from coworkers. Thankfully that same working class upbringing gave me a thick skin.
Thank you for sharing, Malachi! We hope you find whatever creative outlet/career works for you.
I feel this so much:(
Tony DuShane certainly doesn't wait to speak truth. Classic! Artists ARE different.
I needed this so much....in spite everyone telling me they like my story, i keep losing confidence even as I am excited to tell the story, and thinking if someone say they just like it to be polite.
It's gruelling, but I'm forcing myself to put one foot in front of the other and get closer and closer, it's a daily fight against the fear of not being good enough. Doesn't help that when I finally told a family member I was creating an actual story for publishing I got the reply "YOU are writing a manga?" - Yes, yes I am.
I love the honesty especially the religion aspect of the conversation and the guilt of success.
This is a gem of a video, I found all the videos of Mr. DuShane, that I have watched, to be really inspiring and informative. Thanks Film Courage for bringing good content to us subscribers.
Cheers chinmay!
Thank you for this!
There are some tricky decisions in an upcoming project, and the option that scares me the most intensely feels like the right choice, despite how risky it is.
The way you describe it gives me more confidence to go the scary direction
I so identify with this. I can look at my writing one minute and see the awards coming and then I'll look at it again and feel regret that a tree had to die for me to scribble my nonsense on its corpse.
I am lucky in that even though I come from a working class background, my family have been very supportive. I can't imagine what it's like to have family that doesn't back you whatever.
A friend of mine, back in 84, asked me' Are you ready for success?' That stuck with me. Are we ready if someone says 'Sure! We'll buy your script ! Then what? Take the money and run- that'
s one way,. but what happens if you are part of the filming process ?
Whew needed this when I don’t write i feel crappy
The past year, I just started writing, and thinking about it now, I feel a little shamed about how I write. And I'm not sure whether I got lazy or, like anything else, I (began to) lack confidence.
I know nobody is perfect, but I keep thinking whether I should keep writing or not.
Keep writing
Keep writing, I write everyday. Ive set a standard that before every week ends, I MUST HAVE TWO SCREENPLAYS. I just don’t want to be a writer, but I am a great writer.
@@leonardoneomokoena623 ok, you're right. Thanks
Similar background, gonna buy that book now. Not that I've checked the back of the book yet.
Shame: what a wellspring. I also like that clip by Brook Elms who does not seem to suffer from it at all. 'Easy and fun' I think he said. These guys are equally helpful.
That's exactly what I contemplate when I write: the people I can't stand the sight of and also my Oscar winning speech for best Writer and Director. It's good to see a writer I have something in common with.
Do you ever feel shame about writing?
No. I just want to get better.
I feel shame often, and I want to heal it, it is crippling me mentally.
Absolutely, sometime I feel like what I'm writing might be too much, how it might scare people off or making them feel conflicted when all they want is to feel entertained but really I don't want to be just an entertainer...I want to make people think and feel things that last with them a lifetime and change how they think. I feel to do that I have to be more gruff then vanilla and more bold than soft. This video at the end kind of reminded me that if I'm feeling conflicted about it, then I know I'm hitting a topic that needs to be discussed. And that it's ok to not feel super happy about everything I write right away. Sometimes it take time to cultivate something meaningful...and that journey isn't always sunshine and roses... nor should it be. So I feel more confident about my writing now. Thank you guys for the interview.
Needed to hear this, thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Writing is suffering
Writing is love.
Hey! Now mine looks like a platitude too. Big thanks.
Love is suffering too, to much suffer.
Me and him are in the same religion and this is why I struggle writing. Every minute I'm wondering would this be acceptable to those around me
Very well pointed out by Tony; this is a very bourgeoise/first world problem deal. I think this is the only good thing about having a rough upbringing: Fear of success ain't got shit on you when survival is your priority.
Not lately… I been loving writing but let me listen
I thought it was only me hhhh ':)
I have been writing for 15 years... I think im finally ready to finish my latest work (yes first 20 drafts went to the grabage bin.. As they should)
I'm an unsuccessful writer, for 10 years now attempting to complete a good script - I have 6, none of them 'there' yet. A couple of years ago I was the victim of a serious attack which came to court just lately - the defence lawyer cross-examined me like this: 'so, you don't work, you just write?' I felt so ashamed, I said 'yes'. The jury thought so little of me that they could not decide, though the evidence made it point blank obvious. The trial will be re-run. Next time, I am not going to just say 'yes'!!!!!
That blank page is scary because forging a bestseller out of it is like hitting a full court shot in basketball. Then you do that 22 times?! Bet you start to wonder when your luck is going to run out.
My oscar speech will kill my doubters with kindnesses 😉
Ohhhh my feelings exacty!
Fear of success is merely fear of failure in a mask ;-)
I'm also a crappy person when I'm not writing 😩
This man has a tenuous grasp of the english language.
I'd work on my tact and respect if I were you.
What? Fear of success and failure! I never heard anything so ridiculous.
You can't relate, ok. But you don't have to dismiss others who feel it.
I love the honesty especially the religion aspect of the conversation and the guilt of success.