We should not condone threats of violence, but we also need to recognize that democracy is meant to ensure a peaceful transfer of power. Assaults on democracy will result in more political violence.
When the horror persists, make ugly art and take a nap. Everything will still be there but you’ll feel better.
You made it, you own it
You always own your intellectual property, mailing list, and subscriber payments. With full editorial control and no gatekeepers, you can do the work you most believe in.
American government has deprived the US of its voice—the voice of freedom and truth. First, the US Agency for International Development, now Voice of America. The face of what was the leader of the free world is being erased along with that leadership. For upcoming years, countries that still wish to defend democracy and freedom must rely solely on themselves. Tragic.
The decline of New Hollywood is a sobering reminder of what happens when boldness gives way to formula. But we’re seeing a glimmer of hope. While technology has democratized the tools for production and distribution, giving creators the power to take charge of their projects like never before, we’re still waiting for the film industry to catch up (maybe they don’t want to?).
At You, Me & Her and my cannabis production company High Concept Entertainment, we’re embracing this shift—leveraging innovation to craft heartfelt, personal films while pioneering new ways to deliver them directly to audiences.
As Hollywood burns, we believe the future belongs to the originators, the storytellers, and the creators willing to lead their own revolution.