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2024-04-27 09:23:22 +0000 UTC View Post17th September 1998 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
THUMP
Slowly I bring my eyes up to meet Daisy’s, from the stack of an assortment of publications that she dumped on my hotel room desk heavily.
“This is all of it then?” I pointed towards the pile of papers.
She huffs ...
2024-04-27 09:02:45 +0000 UTC View Post10th September 1998 (Thursday)
??? (POV)
“Quite the turnout tonight.” I note, my dear wife nods along in agreement.
“Expected really, I’m surprised you managed to get seats at all, much less 2 of them… color me impressed.” She smiles indulgently, still skeptical of how we somehow managed to clear the waiting list...
23rd March 1998 (Monday)
Al Pacino (POV)
“The nominations for Best Supporting Actor are, Jeremy Cruise in Berlin’s Call-
A touching montage of old Jerry as Gustav played out on the massive screen, his dramatic monologue on the injustice faced by East-Berliners to his friends, behind closed doors, a...
23rd March 1998 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
I looked down at my outfit for the day.
A fashionable black and blue suit by ‘Tommy Hilfiger’, and a stunning blend of classical style with a modern twist.
It featured a tailored, slim-fit silhouette, crafted from a luxurious blend of ...
2024-04-12 02:15:04 +0000 UTC View Post16th March 1998 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Ricky! A pleasure to make your acquaintance my boy, Daniel told me you like to be called by your first name- hope you don’t mind.” He took a faux-cautionary tone, raised eyebrows and everything, but the twitch of his lips indicated that he knew I wouldn’t mind in the least, rather ...
20th February 1998 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Ladies and gentlemen, welcome! Welcome to the annual segment providing an insight into the minds of the most brilliant film-makers of the year, this is Garret Pond, and you are watching ‘Frame by frame: A Cinematic Retrospective!”
Rousing appl...
2024-04-09 22:20:54 +0000 UTC View Post4th February 1998 (Wednesday)
Jim Wayne (POV)
“-Thank you Mr. Keene, we’ll contact you with further details in 3 days.”
Keene chuckled good-naturedly, “Oh no Mr. Wayne, thank you. I must say, shooting your film in our lovely village of Coates will be a decision you will not regret. I’ll make sure of...
1st February 1998 (Sunday)
Ambrose Stirling (POV)
“You’re kidding.”
Without missing a beat I shot back, “Not at all kiddo, I never kid about work-”
“You are coming.”
“No I am not.”
“Yes you are.”
“No I...
2024-04-08 03:40:47 +0000 UTC View Post25th January 1998 (Sunday)
Charlize Theron (POV)
“I’m just gonna lay it out there. This is why I don’t think we should be together.” He starts, his face eerily blank, and devoid of any emotion.
“And I’ve thought about it a lot, and this is what’s gonna happen. I’m going to keep pursuing wh...
21st January 1998 (Wednesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“More fill on the left side! Kate! Move it! We need to soften those shadows!” He yelled, as the lighting team adjusted the light, casting a softer glow on my face.
“Sandy! Tousle his hair a little, we want that windswept look on the cover page-...
2024-04-05 12:01:34 +0000 UTC View Post4th January 1998 (Sunday)
Martin Lawrence (POV)
“SON OF A- FUCKIN’ BITCH!”
I tried to intervene verbally, while at the same time edging away from him inch by inch in an effort to be spared his fury, “No-no don- don’t smash tha-, ok too late for that but just- relax ok? Just please ...
2024-04-02 17:54:03 +0000 UTC View Post17th December 1997 (Wednesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
‘A young handsome male with impeccable elegance is walking confidently through a bustling cityscape. He is dressed in a stylish navy blue suit, exuding charm and sophistication.’
“In a world where glamor is everything, he defines the essence of styl...
2024-03-26 02:33:42 +0000 UTC View Post12th December 1997 (Friday)
Hugh Boyle (POV)
7:52
Fuck.
8 more minutes… just 8 more, and I get to know whether it worked or not.
For the past month, I have tirelessly slogged, worked 90 hours a fuckin’ week, and logged in more overtime than anyone else… ok nope, I’m pretty sure my diligent team has logge...
10th November 1997 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
I sat there staring pensively at the man sitting across the table, practically lounging on his armchair as he stuffed his smug face with biscuits and coffee.
So bottom line,” I speak with a start as the man turned his head towards me, “... is that I’m about to be fucked… r...
16th October 1997 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“I’ll gouge out your motherfuckin’ eyes-”
I pause the video and contemplate for a second before turning to the other 2 occupants in the room.
“The final scene. Now, I want to create a sense of urgency and excitement at the start, mirroring the fast-paced rhythm of the music,...
30th September 1997 (Tuesday)
Daryl Schmidt (POV)
“I don’t know if you heard. I am not at Shaffer anymore.” ‘Fletcher’ explained.
‘Andrew nodded neutrally, “Yeah, I did hear that. Did you quit?” His expression was neutral for the most part, but there was a hint of animosity buried deep within, traces of vindication in hi...
30th September 1997 (Tuesday)
Charlize Theron (POV)
“Ok, you know your cue, you know your dialogues, you know what to do, now the camera will be on the table, capturing your little back and forth with a with both of you in the frame, and when Daryl says cut- and pay attention cause this is really important- you stay on your mark… got it? Don’t...
2024-02-23 22:11:55 +0000 UTC View Post22th September 1997 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
"So with all primary factors taken into consideration, accounting for talent acquisition costs and excluding possible residuals, we will require a budget of… that's it?!" Missy exclaimed.
"$2.5 million… I can arrange that… hey Missy, acquire the equipment on credit for now, I'll have the ...
2024-02-22 18:53:33 +0000 UTC View Post16th September 1997 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“On the 8th of September, 1997, the Venice Film Festival witnessed a historic moment as two exceptional films, "Hana-Bi" and "Good Will Hunting," shared the prestigious Golden Lion award, marking a rare two-way tie at the festival's grand finale. Directed, scripted, edited, produced, and fea...
8th September 1997 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Mr. Stirling! Sir-”
“Ricky Stirling-”
“I’m from Screen Daily and I-I have a few questions-”
“Over here! Mr. Stirling, I am from The Wrap and I-”
It was pandemonium.
I had to constantly sidestep whenever anyone got too close to me, as Pacino and my fath...
2024-02-15 21:20:51 +0000 UTC View Post7th September 1997 (Monday)
Vanessa Campion (POV)
“NO! NO! Listen here you twinkie-”
“No you listen you cocksucker, Hana-bi’s unusual approach towards serenity and brutality-”
“Oh FUCK OFF WITH THAT! You really think that holds a candle to ‘Amore’? The raw sexuality depicted and Renee’s hands down best performance o...
27th August 1997 (Wednesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
I laid down on the bed, my naked posterior facing up, but covered by the blanket to preserve my dignity in some form. I raise my head up from the pillow, my eyes following her frantic movements as clothes all but fly in the air… in her rushed attempt to pack her bags.
Bags… Plural.
Wh...
2024-02-11 18:36:37 +0000 UTC View Post8th August 1997 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
Serene.
If there is one word that perfectly encapsulates my life since that banger of a date till now, it’s serene.
Over 30 days without any unexpected incidents occurring inexplicably, and things just going according to plan.
Not a single hitch anywhere.
My movie? Well, filming...
2024-02-09 21:38:24 +0000 UTC View Post6th July 1997 (Saturday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
I pulled up to the building's entrance at 5:45, parking my car near the sidewalk and putting on rock music on my Walkman.
I kill the engine and sit patiently, fighting off the temptation to needlessly glance at my wristwatch, as I eagerly await the reason for this expedition. You see, Charlize h...
19th June 1997 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
After an extremely hazardous bout of borderline rash driving, I reached the Stirling Studios building, throwing the keys of my car to a valet before dashing to the elevator, making it in the nick of time.
The ride to my dad’s office gave me enough time to compose myself, and ensure I don’t mak...
2024-02-01 21:14:08 +0000 UTC View Post13th June 1997 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“IS EVERYONE IN POSITION? LIGHTS? SOUND? CAMERA?” Seeing the respective people in charge nod their heads, I brush my hair one last time to ensure it sticks, before taking a seat in ‘Frank Conners M.D’ office before the typewriter.
“ACTION!”
I start typing away at the ancient co...
11th June 1997 (Wednesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Our unknown subject is a paperhanger who started working on the East Coast. In the last few weeks this unsub has developed a new form of check fraud which I’m calling ‘The Float’. What he’s doing is he’s opening checking accounts at various banks then changing the MICR ink routing numbers ...
2024-01-28 20:20:34 +0000 UTC View Post2nd June 1997 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
128 pounds.
Oh, that’s my weight by the way. After following what I can only describe to be a cruel fitness regimen, I finally lost a majority of my bulk, and muscles.
That’s not all. To provide the illusion of being 17-years old, I even gained a sliver of baby fat around my cheekbones, rou...
2024-01-24 19:33:00 +0000 UTC View Post20th May 1997 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
I entered the plain white room, eager to get this over with as the cameras and mics were being set up.
“Mr. Stirling!” A voice erupted behind me, as a woman in her mid-30s, made her way towards me with a practiced grin.
I shook her hand as she continued, “Thank you so much for agreeing t...
2024-01-22 20:09:44 +0000 UTC View Post