I thought this was just going to be lighthearted joking about what can go wrong mixed with finger pointing... but it was incredibly heartfelt. I learned a lot and can see why he is a lauded teacher
@@TheRealDarrylStrawberry it’s relatable at least. Who wouldn’t take the money.., I’m sure most people would make a sequel to Battlefield Earth if they thought it meant they won’t have to suffer through working a regular job
This guy is awesome. I've never accepted the excuse that "well that's just how the industry works" and this dude just sealed that rejection. Just have integrity!
A beautiful subtlety here is how he is able to talk about something that caused great pain, still feel a measure of that pain in the telling, and not identify with the pain or let it own his life like it could have if he truly gave up. No, he instead upgraded his life in a bolder way, applying all that he learned, and became an ideal teacher in the field in the "process". What a testament to perseverance this is!
The hardest thing in life is to recover from hitting rock bottom. The ability to bounce back is the thing everyone ought to be taught since we're born.
He seems like such an honest, good-hearted guy. It's really strong of him to admit his own mistakes and weaknesses in leading up to taking the project.
What an insightful understanding person. Even outside of screenwriting, this level of awareness and clarity about past events and the role you play in them, is astounding.
Thank you for sharing your story, and thank you to the interviewer for allowing you to talk largely uninterrupted. This is one of the best interviews that I have ever seen.
Corey's classes have changed my screenwriting life. Signing up was the best decision I ever made. I've changed my process and I'll come back here and let you know how I got on.
I wish I had that opportunity, I am in eastern Canada and am stuck writing a storyline. My wife seems able to just roll it out naturally and happily but for me, ... LOL
He's really good at distilling experiences down to the elements that make them universally relatable and understandable. Which is what writers do, ideally.
Wow. I always love hearing about movie disasters but this is almost on another Shakesperean level, like I can't believe this actually happened just naturally in the world.
The lesson for me was to always listen to your instincs, to not compromise out of the fear rejection, to learn to say NO and to do what makes you happy! thank you Mr. Corey Mandell.
I've had some mental experiences in the business. Haven't we all? I remember watching this video at the time of my deepest struggles and I have to credit this with giving me perspective that allowed me to recover and keep going. Watching it again I can see why... it's hilarious, humbling, educating, sad and ultimately extremely hopeful. I love it. Thanks to everyone involved whom got this on RUclips.
Great movie battlefield earth. One of my go to favorites. I mean where else can i watch cavemen flying harriers after 6-10 days off flight simulations? Fugging great flick mang.
Thanks for the comment Dan. We loved this one as well. We weren't sure if Corey would talk about Battlefield Earth, it was awesome to see how open he was about it.
@@filmcourage I love hearing interviews like this about writers on failed movies, especially redemptive in nature. So much to take away! Love the channel!
Our next video with Corey will probably be his story of pitching Ridley Scott as a 23 / 24 year old screenwriter. Incredible story, excited to share it.
That was an amazing amount of self-actualization, realization, and humility. Feels like one of the most heartfelt interview responses I've seen. The funny thing is, I didn't really think the movie was that bad if I compare it to the book.
Gotta tell you...I just went thru the same experience. 15 years at a miserable job where I made a ton of money. My wife finally put the brakes on when she saw me mentally and physically abused. If it wasn't for her, I'd probable die from exhaustion.....The most true thing he said is "you don't live forever" !!!
so much WOW! I'm unable to properly comment because I'm just so blown away. I have to learn more about Corey and his teaching, etc. THANK YOU FILM COURAGE!!! ANOTHER INCREDIBLE, INSIGHTFUL, BRILLIANT INTERVIEW!
Great to see your reaction! We were very fortunate that Corey gave us extended time. Believe we have over 3 hours on the timeline. The entire interview is top notch. Excited to share more.
If I remember correctly the jet fighters had been sitting there for 1000 years with no maintenance and they still ran fine, the fuel was still fine, everything was fine.
@@BrettonFerguson And you can learn to fly them proficiently in weeks. Really makes one wonder why the military insists on wasting so much time taking years to train their pilots now.
I took Corey's workshops and he didn't just help me become a better writer, but a better person as well. He's an amazing screenwriting instructor, but he could very well be a life coach.
Major props to Corey for taking the best perspective on this situation. Owning it, not being afraid of it, but also not letting it keep him down. Great stuff.
there's many people working in Hollywood who don't make the final credit list of a movie (or TV). I know storyboard artists who've worked on dozens of movies where they aren't credited. Many writers do a polish or rewrite on scripts where they aren't listed in the credits. Or being paid to write a script that doesn't get made. Also you have to submit to IMDB to keep your IMDB up to date - many forget or don't bother or don't care.
Incredibly moving, riveting real-life back story, industry insight, tremendous personal courage, and poignant honesty from Corey Mandell. Thank you so much to Corey, and and thank you so much to Karen for creating the space for this incredible conversation.
Very enjoyable to see someone be real real, and own their mistakes and not try and pass the blame, as everyone there tends to do. We've all taken jobs that the voice in the back of our head says no to, I did and lost 10 years of my life. All I do is look back on it and say, remember and learn.
I don’t know why but Coreys message really resonated with me. Perhaps because I feel like I have spent my whole entire life making fear based decisions. This includes what I studied at University and the career I have subsequently spent my life pursuing. What I got from this interview is that life is too short to spend pleasing others and making safe choices. Somehow watching this interview really brought that home for me. Thanks Corey and thank you to whoever put this video on RUclips!
i just started listening to this guy a week ago, and i was wondering "this guy knows his stuff. why is the only script he's credited on battlefield earth??". didnt think i'd get such a wise, deep and nuanced answer to that question
Wow. Just, wow. This was truly beautiful. I can only hope to learn who I am for all of my experiences like he has. I could really see the pain he suffered through by the way he spoke of it. Amazing story.
A lot of truth here. We've all taken jobs because we were scared and worried we won't get the next offer, taking a crap job because they said yes... that got me two years of dead end misery at a call center...
This interview, this video and the timing for me personally is just a titan Godsend. Corey, thanks for your honesty for the interview, for me I am sure and the sake of many potential screenwriters is very impactful and profoundly educational. Thank you thank you and thank you, have a good weekend.
Stick to your ground, integrity and gut feeling....and have the other party sign a waiver if they happen to change the script to take your name off the credit so that you are not accountable for someone else changing your work. Much respect for being honest and vulnerable to the world. Thank you. Great writers tend to take great risk of vulnerability.
Thank you so much for this interview. I struggle with what exactly writing is and the human cost involved with it. Just watching this has helped a lot.
Really outstanding interview. This is valuable even if you don't care about movies, screenwriting, or BFE. A great statement about teaching, integrity, purpose, and reflection.
A center of core values and a sense of what matters to you alone are important to hold onto in a fog. It seems necessary as an artist and as a person to learn at some point to let go of ego and "my story" and "what I deserve" and define success for yourself, decide what things deserve your care and attention. It hurts that he didn't get to love writing because of those difficult choices, but I would love to one day do what he does now.
Great interview. Very interesting info about the movie he wrote. I actually went to see that in the theater. I was one of the few who stuck through the whole movie. I never experienced people actually walking out before. Great insight. The last four minutes of this interview is the best part in my opinion. I can relate with him. Anyway 👍🏼
This guy is the only person who came out on top on the worst movie ever made. A studio paid him money to write a film and then dropped the movie, that's a win in my book.
@@jesaispasvraimentquoiecrireici Yea... he should write a film about writing the film. Like The Disaster Artist. This whole discussion could easily make a great movie.
To watch the full episode with Corey Mandell: ruclips.net/video/cj5tlCDEdcE/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/hZgWw5juPJ8/видео.html
The Avatar technology makes Battlefield Earth possible to be by the book.
He should write a script about him writing the script for Battlefield Earth!!
I'd watch it..
watch Adaptation
Battlefield: Battlefield: Earth
@@jakekoethler7206 *Battle FOR Battefield Earth
I'd watch it, other films that have done older flashbacks of movies being made are always interesting
I love this thought! I'd watch it too.
This would’ve been better if filmed with a Dutch Angle
This one makes us laugh!
😂😂😂 perfect!
David and Tom scientology dutch rudder, shot in dutch angle. bliss.
To get the authentic Battlefield Earth experience
Lol..
I appreciate his honesty. It’s inspiring to know your biggest failure can make your life completely better.
This dude seems like the most sincere and down to earth dude in Hollywood....I hope he can still work on projects that are deserving of his skills
This is how to conduct an interview with someone like this. Ask one question of the extraordinary storyteller and just let him speak.
100% good lord so many interviewers make it all about themselves, or they consistently interrupt
@JohnMiller-sr7dk and what's the problem with that
This interview is a lesson on Life. I have a lot of respect for him, and his willingness to speak about this.
There's a lot here
... the hardest thing in life is learning to say no.
No. ;)
Ever tried med school?
You must have a real easy life.
... the hardest thing in life is learning to say yes.
#facts
In my opinion, this guy is a shining example of what good mental health looks like. And really good at being himself.
Fear leads to the Dark Side. Fear leads to Battlefield Earth. Phenomenal interview.
I must not fear,
Fear is the mind-killer,
Fear is the little death that leads to Battlefield Earth...
Landry Prichard 😂😂🤣
I thought this was just going to be lighthearted joking about what can go wrong mixed with finger pointing... but it was incredibly heartfelt. I learned a lot and can see why he is a lauded teacher
Is it heartfelt? Admitting to doing ANYTHING for your lowlevel hollywood career HEARTFELT?
@@TheRealDarrylStrawberry it’s relatable at least. Who wouldn’t take the money.., I’m sure most people would make a sequel to Battlefield Earth if they thought it meant they won’t have to suffer through working a regular job
The Avatar technology makes Battlefield Earth possible to be by the book.
I was hoping he would tell us why the story is complete nonsense
Dude, you walked the fire. Now you can pass on how to get through it. Mad respect.
Just by looking at the title I can tell that this is going to be an insightful video. Dude has balls to actually do this.
Why? It's the only thing he ever did in his whole career. What's he got to lose?
The Avatar technology makes Battlefield Earth possible to be by the book.
This guy is awesome. I've never accepted the excuse that "well that's just how the industry works" and this dude just sealed that rejection. Just have integrity!
Wow. I really like this guy. He's very honest and full of wisdom.
I have no idea why this showed up in my recommendations but I’m glad it did. How we face our failures is a large part of what defines us.
Thanks for watching and commenting Robert!
A beautiful subtlety here is how he is able to talk about something that caused great pain, still feel a measure of that pain in the telling, and not identify with the pain or let it own his life like it could have if he truly gave up. No, he instead upgraded his life in a bolder way, applying all that he learned, and became an ideal teacher in the field in the "process". What a testament to perseverance this is!
Wow. I watched this on a lark and didn't expect much from it, but this is a really beautiful and uplifting interview.
Thanks for taking the chance on us. Glad to see you find value here.
He's just the best. And his classes are equally amazing. I found him and another teacher right here on Film Courage. Very grateful for this channel.
This was tremendous. Incredibly vulnerable and humble. This isn’t just a screenwriting lesson, it’s a life lesson. Thank you.
This man is one of the most honest, sincere and insightful people I’ve ever encountered on RUclips. Thank you for this interview.
The hardest thing in life is to recover from hitting rock bottom. The ability to bounce back is the thing everyone ought to be taught since we're born.
This is a real learning for life. Thank you Film Courage and Corey.
He seems like such an honest, good-hearted guy. It's really strong of him to admit his own mistakes and weaknesses in leading up to taking the project.
David Miscavige opened 20 accounts to thumbs down this video.
You are now a suppressive person.
What are you TALKING about, he had 20 FOLLOWERS make accounts to thumbs it down. He doesn't want to get his hands dirty.
Lmao
LMAO
Hey David: where's your wife?
What an insightful understanding person. Even outside of screenwriting, this level of awareness and clarity about past events and the role you play in them, is astounding.
Thank you for sharing your story, and thank you to the interviewer for allowing you to talk largely uninterrupted. This is one of the best interviews that I have ever seen.
That is a very high compliment. We're glad this video found you. Cheers!
Mandell's honesty is inspirational, and applicable to all walks of life.
Much appreciated. Thank you.
Cheers Darin!
Corey's classes have changed my screenwriting life. Signing up was the best decision I ever made. I've changed my process and I'll come back here and let you know how I got on.
Thanks for the comment Fiona! Our best to you as you move forward with your writing.
I wish I had that opportunity, I am in eastern Canada and am stuck writing a storyline. My wife seems able to just roll it out naturally and happily but for me, ... LOL
When you've written Lost you've pretty my bought yourself 10 forgiven Hollywood failures.
Cool
What a great heartfelt interview. Cory is the best.
Thank you very much for your honesty Mr. Mandell and making that interview happen Film Courage!
Wow, his thoughts and insights about writing Battlefield Earth feel like they could apply to my entire life.
He's really good at distilling experiences down to the elements that make them universally relatable and understandable. Which is what writers do, ideally.
I felt like he was on the verge of tears the whole time. What a great outpouring of knowledge and life experience.
Battlefield Earth is possibly one of the best comedies of all time.
Wow. I always love hearing about movie disasters but this is almost on another Shakesperean level, like I can't believe this actually happened just naturally in the world.
The lesson for me was to always listen to your instincs, to not compromise out of the fear rejection, to learn to say NO and to do what makes you happy! thank you Mr. Corey Mandell.
I've had some mental experiences in the business. Haven't we all? I remember watching this video at the time of my deepest struggles and I have to credit this with giving me perspective that allowed me to recover and keep going. Watching it again I can see why... it's hilarious, humbling, educating, sad and ultimately extremely hopeful. I love it. Thanks to everyone involved whom got this on RUclips.
"Either you're in charge of your process or your process is in charge of you" 17:05 Nothing but respect for Corey Mandell. Thanks for being real.
He speaks in cliches which is the worst thing for a writer
Moral of the story: Have a plan or become a part of someone else's.
Storal of the mory: yeah you rite
“Money movie, art movie, money movie, art movie.”
This is rich and wonderful. I really enjoyed this one.
Great movie battlefield earth. One of my go to favorites. I mean where else can i watch cavemen flying harriers after 6-10 days off flight simulations? Fugging great flick mang.
Excellent and informative talk. Loved it. Just tackled Battlefield Earth on a Podcast not long ago. Fascinating story behind this film
Thanks for the comment Dan. We loved this one as well. We weren't sure if Corey would talk about Battlefield Earth, it was awesome to see how open he was about it.
@@filmcourage I love hearing interviews like this about writers on failed movies, especially redemptive in nature. So much to take away! Love the channel!
Our next video with Corey will probably be his story of pitching Ridley Scott as a 23 / 24 year old screenwriter. Incredible story, excited to share it.
Amazing interview, thank you very much for posting it! Seeing Mr. Mandell speak about the ill-fated script makes me feel immensely inspired.
What a great heartfelt story. Thank you for sharing, It taught me so much 🙏
That was an amazing amount of self-actualization, realization, and humility. Feels like one of the most heartfelt interview responses I've seen.
The funny thing is, I didn't really think the movie was that bad if I compare it to the book.
"Nobody deserves Battlefield Earth"
No, we all deserve Battlefield Earth. It is a penance for all of mankind's sins.
Praise Xenu!
We didnt get the battlefield earth we wanted, we got the battlefield earth we deserved.
I really appreciate his honesty and how he dealt with that situation. Good for him!
This was very inspirational, thank you.
Corey Mandell is so honest and inspiring. Great interview Film Courage!
That is an amazingly honest interview.
What a wonderful segment with such sincere honesty. Greatly appreciated.
Everyone needs a wife like that.
Amen!
Gotta tell you...I just went thru the same experience. 15 years at a miserable job where I made a ton of money. My wife finally put the brakes on when she saw me mentally and physically abused. If it wasn't for her, I'd probable die from exhaustion.....The most true thing he said is "you don't live forever" !!!
I love this interview, honesty like this is so rare these days. Thank you
Thanks for the honesty.
Wow, this is such a raw interview. It is good he found his passion through teaching.
Good interview. I really learned a lot.
Really glad I stumbled upon this channel. RUclips finally got something right with their recommendations.
Thank you, Corey Mandell.
so much WOW! I'm unable to properly comment because I'm just so blown away. I have to learn more about Corey and his teaching, etc. THANK YOU FILM COURAGE!!! ANOTHER INCREDIBLE, INSIGHTFUL, BRILLIANT INTERVIEW!
Great to see your reaction! We were very fortunate that Corey gave us extended time. Believe we have over 3 hours on the timeline. The entire interview is top notch. Excited to share more.
The best cavemen in jet-fighters movie ever made!
If I remember correctly the jet fighters had been sitting there for 1000 years with no maintenance and they still ran fine, the fuel was still fine, everything was fine.
@@BrettonFerguson And you can learn to fly them proficiently in weeks. Really makes one wonder why the military insists on wasting so much time taking years to train their pilots now.
Bretton Ferguson Everything. Was fine.
@TheStapleGunKid and everyone is ignoring the fact those jets were perfectly able to fly in space???
@@viracocha6093 I've just rewatched the movie - they didn't fly in space
Every one of Corey's interviews is an exceptional lesson in humility, expression, honesty, and professional talent.
I took Corey's workshops and he didn't just help me become a better writer, but a better person as well. He's an amazing screenwriting instructor, but he could very well be a life coach.
Major props to Corey for taking the best perspective on this situation. Owning it, not being afraid of it, but also not letting it keep him down. Great stuff.
IMDB says Battlefield Earth was his last writing credit ..... how the hell is his career not dead
there's many people working in Hollywood who don't make the final credit list of a movie (or TV). I know storyboard artists who've worked on dozens of movies where they aren't credited. Many writers do a polish or rewrite on scripts where they aren't listed in the credits. Or being paid to write a script that doesn't get made. Also you have to submit to IMDB to keep your IMDB up to date - many forget or don't bother or don't care.
Wow! This was awesome to listen to . Thank you so much for sharing your story!
very interesting to hear the wheeling and behind the scenes dealing...reminds me of 'Adventures in the Screen Trade' by William Goldman
Great reference. In an upcoming video we have the full story of how Corey pitched Ridley Scott. We love it, we may have to publish that one next.
Incredibly moving, riveting real-life back story, industry insight, tremendous personal courage, and poignant honesty from Corey Mandell. Thank you so much to Corey, and and thank you so much to Karen for creating the space for this incredible conversation.
This is a remarkable interview.
Thanks! We're glad this one found you.
Very enjoyable to see someone be real real, and own their mistakes and not try and pass the blame, as everyone there tends to do. We've all taken jobs that the voice in the back of our head says no to, I did and lost 10 years of my life. All I do is look back on it and say, remember and learn.
This channel just popped up in my recommended.
Seems pretty interesting...
New subscriber for sure
Nice to hear. Welcome, we hope you find value when you visit with us.
@@filmcourage
Thank You!!!
I don’t know why but Coreys message really resonated with me. Perhaps because I feel like I have spent my whole entire life making fear based decisions. This includes what I studied at University and the career I have subsequently spent my life pursuing. What I got from this interview is that life is too short to spend pleasing others and making safe choices. Somehow watching this interview really brought that home for me. Thanks Corey and thank you to whoever put this video on RUclips!
Cheers, we are glad this one found you.
This was an extremely powerful explanation. He is a perfect example of Amor Fati. A love of fate.
I now know what that is. Thank you.
Great interview. I really appreciate the honesty and vulnerability, not to mention the real life lessons. Awesome stuff!
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a little positivity here!
i just started listening to this guy a week ago, and i was wondering "this guy knows his stuff. why is the only script he's credited on battlefield earth??". didnt think i'd get such a wise, deep and nuanced answer to that question
Somehow I needed this video. Thank you!
In the words of Avatar Aang, "When we reach our lowest point, we are open to the greatest change."
Wow. Just, wow. This was truly beautiful. I can only hope to learn who I am for all of my experiences like he has. I could really see the pain he suffered through by the way he spoke of it. Amazing story.
Thanks for watching Mark! We are glad this one found you.
@@filmcourage I am too.
A lot of truth here. We've all taken jobs because we were scared and worried we won't get the next offer, taking a crap job because they said yes... that got me two years of dead end misery at a call center...
that was lovely and beautifully human
thank you for sharing this
What a pained look on his face when they start.
haha yeah, the "aaah shit, here we go again..." face ;)
The real battlefield was between his heart and soul
This interview, this video and the timing for me personally is just a titan Godsend. Corey, thanks for your honesty for the interview, for me I am sure and the sake of many potential screenwriters is very impactful and profoundly educational. Thank you thank you and thank you, have a good weekend.
Thank you for watching!
Stick to your ground, integrity and gut feeling....and have the other party sign a waiver if they happen to change the script to take your name off the credit so that you are not accountable for someone else changing your work.
Much respect for being honest and vulnerable to the world. Thank you.
Great writers tend to take great risk of vulnerability.
Thank you so much for this interview. I struggle with what exactly writing is and the human cost involved with it. Just watching this has helped a lot.
These stories are so inspiring because they teach me to embrace failure, and have faith for the future.
And even if the industry says no. It's never over, as long as you get your fingers on that keyboard.
Ricardo Mata
That’s why your supposed know ifdoing this will make me happy
That last part of the interview, when he's discussing getting into teaching is the gold here. Could easily be it's own video! Love your vids.
Really outstanding interview. This is valuable even if you don't care about movies, screenwriting, or BFE. A great statement about teaching, integrity, purpose, and reflection.
We appreciate your comment T R.
What a great video. ❤
Recognizing how fear affects your judgment and decision making. Trusting your instincts and the sage advice others give you.
To be a good teacher, one needs to be foremost a good person, emotional, compassionate and generous. Corey I am sure is all that.
I love Battlefield Earth as one of those "it's so bad it's good" movies. It's a laugh riot and I enjoy every minute of it.
A center of core values and a sense of what matters to you alone are important to hold onto in a fog. It seems necessary as an artist and as a person to learn at some point to let go of ego and "my story" and "what I deserve" and define success for yourself, decide what things deserve your care and attention. It hurts that he didn't get to love writing because of those difficult choices, but I would love to one day do what he does now.
Well you can learn more from your mistakes then from your successes.
And I’m sure that Battlefield Earth left a lot of lessons to be learned.
He learned so much, he was able to become a professor. That's one successful epic fail.
Brilliant interview. Thank you Corey!
What a great guy. Smart, responsible.
I have a whole new level of respect for him now. Everyone makes mistakes, and it takes a real man to own those mistakes.
What lessons do you gain from Corey’s story?
Don't treat people badly and do it for the passion not just the money.
"Either you're in charge of your process or your process is in charge of you" 17:05
Film Courage write the stories you want to tell, and protect them from studio (or things masquerading as studios) interference
Such wisdom to impart, I very much enjoyed listening to this.
I get it... sometimes you just want it to bad... you gladly put on a blindfold and hope for the best 😞
Great interview. Very interesting info about the movie he wrote. I actually went to see that in the theater. I was one of the few who stuck through the whole movie. I never experienced people actually walking out before. Great insight. The last four minutes of this interview is the best part in my opinion. I can relate with him. Anyway 👍🏼
This guy is the only person who came out on top on the worst movie ever made. A studio paid him money to write a film and then dropped the movie, that's a win in my book.
He never got paid for a full lenght film again if you check his rotten tomatoes, that's a fail in my book
@@jesaispasvraimentquoiecrireici Yea... he should write a film about writing the film. Like The Disaster Artist. This whole discussion could easily make a great movie.
He says in the video that he continued to get paid to write for 4 more years at his full quote.
@@filmcourageyou could tell on some level this movie traumatized him.