I worked in the medical field for a while, and i call it my "forced" career just to have a job. Now I am going to start my BS for screenwriting and doing voice acting classes and I feel very happy!
I’m about to turn 40 and have decided to go after this long time passion. It’s very nerve racking but this video really helped. Thanks FC! Keep them coming.
You are an inspiration. I sometimes worry myself as I close in on 40. That negative sensor all blames me for not taking as many risk in my twenties blaming outside circumstances. But every time I see film courage and listen to the speakers especially this guy, I get those warm fuzzies inside
@@z-rex6068 I've produced a short film which I'm putting into festivals now! No I'm not a famous Director but I'm still further down the road than I was. check out @wash_day_short on Insta.
What a great interesting and well spoken interview. I applaud Ken for doing this. I began learning filmmaking only in the last couple of years after going on permanent disability because of cancer. It’s never to late but better when you still have your health. Appreciate this very much, Pete
Yes Pete you go...believe in what you're doing..I understand exactly what you're saying.(similar story). I had a girlfriend many years ago who was the co-writer of an Academy Award screenplay. She told me this quote from Louis B. Mayer of MGM..."the most important people in Hollywood are the writers..but don't ever let them know that".. Because its always about the story...always.
Ever read or hear a message... At a specific moment in time and think... This message must be for me? How did the universe know exactly what I needed to hear exactly when I needed to?
Yes! You need to watch Wendy the acting coach's videos, she did one video about how if you really want something, you suddenly become aware of these things. th-cam.com/video/2dOezNZxoYo/w-d-xo.html
Not the universe. God. The universe is a created thing. The universe is a term used by people who are afraid to learn who God is because that would change their life. But they go believing that they are somehow fearless and know where they're going. It was God. Not the universe.
A truly inspirational interview. Like Dr. Atchity I’ve spent a lifetime listening to people who said “no" in one way or another, all the while retaining my vision and listening to my own inner council. When a person has absolute belief in their vision they are already beginning to make it happen. We attract that which we radiate.
"The ability to sacrifice what everyone else consider the most important things, in order to achieve the dream of getting their stories told to the whole world. That's the great thing about the career, surprises everyday, challenging everyday, and it's completely unpredictable. No matter how long you've been in the industry."
LOVE this interview - not the only segment I've watched and thought carefully about. I'm 35, going on 36 - been a lifetime amateur musician but never really chased my songwriting dream. This is the year I go for it, hands down. Videos like this help get perspective.
I turn 50 in Oct, ive edited video for clients for almost 20 years, drawn storyboards for dream project developed way too many ideas for films and yes even was a big part of the late 90's early 2000's DV pretend films world but this year ive actually only now begun to develop projects for actual real world films, 50 is not even in my way (; the disease is real.
I could probably watch your channel if you only ever spoke to Ken! Love this guy's wisdom and insight: so practical, human, honest. Loved the "suiting up" metaphor and re-framing of rejection as just a path of "no's" that lead to the "yes" - so simple... actually, I just realised that's what I love about his insights: the profound simplicity.
We're glad to see your connection to our interview with Ken. We just spoke with him again and have released 2 new segments so far. Look forward to sharing more.
I greatly appreciate this interview. I know nothing of screen writing or filmmaking. But, I have an idea in my mind and a story in my heart. As a woman and a fan of the horror film community; I want to share my story with everyone. As I embark on this interesting journey, I will forever have this interview replayed over and over again in my mind as I go "door to door" selling my ideas awaiting to hear that one YES! Thank you, Dr. Atchity for this compelling interview.
Age is just experience. Like one said no one knows how old you are behind a page. I am 36 and still have faith that I will be in L.A. selling screenplays and uniting with creative filmmakers. I still produce my own genre of music not look for a record deal but because the artist in me want let the grown up quit. I love listening to this guy. He is the very meaning of inspiration.
I think it’s all in your level of expectation. Your age could be a factor but if your not doing it for the right reasons there could be tremendous disappointment. However, satisfying your incurable urge to create there’s never been a better time to pursue filmmaking because all the tools are at your fingertips and you don’t need permission.
Ken is the classic Baby Boomer. His parents generation provided so much security, such a sense of security, so much financial or economic security that Ken grew up in a world where it wasn't a worry and far more, he had so much insecurity he could flaunt wanton insecure moves but know he'd land on a secure net with harness lifting him right back up anyway. Boomer Bridges never burn and if they did 100 other Boomer bridges were beside it anyway. For them, the only thing they didn't have was a feeling of insecurity which they understood as 'freedom' and I don't blame them for wanting to play with it, feel what its like and use it whenever they chose. If you are Ken's children or grandchildren's generation you'd nearly look at this from the entirely opposite worldview. You only knew trying to jump up and down on a safety net (you hoped didn't break) leaping for something secure to hold onto and you do not have a harness and rope. You only know freedom and you don't think its cool and exciting and call it 'directionless' and why would you want to write a script and get it made? OMG imagine the feeling, the feeling of security that you'd experience knowing what you'd be doing, where you'd be and what pay checks would be coming in a full year in advance! You'd have a real contract and job title and income to plan ahead a full secure year until that movie was wrapped up? In October of next year you have to do a 'press junket' or something and the airplane tickets are pre-purchased!? For a 20-something today they just wish they could taste that Security for a stretch.
this though- so many people aren't able to embrace insecurity to pursuit a creative life. people who are able to express this sentiment of sacrificing everything for creativity absolutely have some kind of nest they grew up in with plenty of security and thus if their creative pursuits fail, they have a backup plan. 20 somethings just out of college or in the workforce who don't have any of that, it isn't going to be as feasible for them to do it. so we need to admit things people don't wanna hear and it's that pursuing a free, creative, sexy lifestyle is dependent on having your life set up in advance thanks to the help of other people. nobody accomplishes anything of higher privilege by themselves, NEVER EVER
I was with a shared trait or a common denominator held by young insecure MFA holders in US for 15 years to pursue my career in academic world and got a tenure position as well. But when I reached my goal, I realized the fact that I had to leave for my psychological safety, so I did. My goodness I've been freed from all these garbages that I hadn't known otherwise. I'm so grad now to become a real practitioner of art in the real world. Financially this life style is still so freaky but feeling definitely very rich. Hard to explain...
The meanest and most miserable teacher i have ever had was a tenure algebra teacher at Channel Islands Highschool. I think i understand why she was the way she was now-
I understand the difference between he and his father. My mother is highly security motivated and actively dashes dreams (by personal insults and going after self esteem) that are not office, trade, rank structured or retirement focused. It is hard on the psyche, and if you falter (as is human) she is there to reinforce "I told you so". It's emotionally rough... But good for a writer's experience, ironically enough. Lol ... ugh... Haha. (Honestly, I would not have chosen this.) Ps. I work at a college, and my natural wonder at institutiins if higher learning have been hardened by witnessing how tenured professors behave (and often deliver as substandard work... not everyone... the biology profs tend to be stellar, but oof, so many of the others is a crapshoot). And almost all engage in academic senate politics from a perspective of ego. So I get him on that, too.
I am crying and crying and crying I am not living my dream in this life. I just breath because I can't breathing. As a young lady I have been dreaming of doing script writing. I still have a love story that is inside of my heart. Growing in Africa most times you don't achieve most of your dreams. I even thinking of being a photographer but today I am a cleaner instead. I am hurt very hurt inside of me..
Keep going. Your current situation is temporary. You very much can change it. I know that sounds like empty advice from a stranger; I also know that it is true.
Film Courage i want to write and act in my own movies and comedy skits...i have the vision...i just need the right people to help me create my vision... i have so many ideas...but i love comedy... QUINTON TARANTINO IS AN INSPIRATION FOR ME
@@vincentdamilola3790 went back to work for someone else after after a year and going hard this time trying to get a second property, thank you for your kind words.
Lol, I love how Americans say "well this is America, the land of opportunities, you can do whatever you want to do" as if it is the only country in the world where freedom and individuality are possible. Like you can't do any of that shit over here in Europe. And we also got better healtchare and school systems on top of that. It's like, why u bragging about Murica? 😂
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"Freedom is as much an illusion as security" That's timeless wisdom
It's true when you're passionate about being an artist. It never dies. I'm on my path now in my forties.
I worked in the medical field for a while, and i call it my "forced" career just to have a job. Now I am going to start my BS for screenwriting and doing voice acting classes and I feel very happy!
I'm the opposite. After years of clawing my way in the creative field, I am now trying to go for a medical field BECAUSE I need to have a stable job.
I work in corporate banking & definitely understand his sentiments fully.
Freedom has much greater value than anything, Illusion or not
I'm 34 and have been pursuing an acting career off and on since I was 28. This video gives me encouragement 😁
I’m about to turn 40 and have decided to go after this long time passion. It’s very nerve racking but this video really helped. Thanks FC! Keep them coming.
You are an inspiration. I sometimes worry myself as I close in on 40. That negative sensor all blames me for not taking as many risk in my twenties blaming outside circumstances. But every time I see film courage and listen to the speakers especially this guy, I get those warm fuzzies inside
Be You Exquisitely yeah I’ve turned 40 and am taking my first step today - it’s only a tiny step but I’m still terrified!
@@kelliehu8749 How are you doing now?
@@z-rex6068 I've produced a short film which I'm putting into festivals now! No I'm not a famous Director but I'm still further down the road than I was. check out @wash_day_short on Insta.
Same. I’m 38. Just getting into it.
What a great interesting and well spoken interview.
I applaud Ken for doing this.
I began learning filmmaking only in the last couple of years after going on permanent disability because of cancer.
It’s never to late but better when you still have your health.
Appreciate this very much, Pete
Yes Pete you go...believe in what you're doing..I understand exactly what you're saying.(similar story). I had a girlfriend many years ago who was the co-writer of an Academy Award screenplay. She told me this quote from Louis B. Mayer of MGM..."the most important people in Hollywood are the writers..but don't ever let them know that".. Because its always about the story...always.
Awesome. So many lose out to fear. Only the courageous conquer and win!
Ever read or hear a message... At a specific moment in time and think... This message must be for me? How did the universe know exactly what I needed to hear exactly when I needed to?
s Hill truth so true
Yes! You need to watch Wendy the acting coach's videos, she did one video about how if you really want something, you suddenly become aware of these things. th-cam.com/video/2dOezNZxoYo/w-d-xo.html
It's called market targeted algorithms. No magic.
Y hertz algorithms are some of - if not the most powerful of magick
Not the universe. God. The universe is a created thing. The universe is a term used by people who are afraid to learn who God is because that would change their life. But they go believing that they are somehow fearless and know where they're going. It was God. Not the universe.
A truly inspirational interview. Like Dr. Atchity I’ve spent a lifetime listening to people who said “no" in one way or another, all the while retaining my vision and listening to my own inner council. When a person has absolute belief in their vision they are already beginning to make it happen. We attract that which we radiate.
"The ability to sacrifice what everyone else consider the most important things, in order to achieve the dream of getting their stories told to the whole world. That's the great thing about the career, surprises everyday, challenging everyday, and it's completely unpredictable. No matter how long you've been in the industry."
LOVE this interview - not the only segment I've watched and thought carefully about. I'm 35, going on 36 - been a lifetime amateur musician but never really chased my songwriting dream. This is the year I go for it, hands down. Videos like this help get perspective.
I turn 50 in Oct, ive edited video for clients for almost 20 years, drawn storyboards for dream project developed way too many ideas for films and yes even was a big part of the late 90's early 2000's DV pretend films world but this year ive actually only now begun to develop projects for actual real world films, 50 is not even in my way (; the disease is real.
I could probably watch your channel if you only ever spoke to Ken! Love this guy's wisdom and insight: so practical, human, honest. Loved the "suiting up" metaphor and re-framing of rejection as just a path of "no's" that lead to the "yes" - so simple... actually, I just realised that's what I love about his insights: the profound simplicity.
We're glad to see your connection to our interview with Ken. We just spoke with him again and have released 2 new segments so far. Look forward to sharing more.
@@filmcourage Yay!
I greatly appreciate this interview. I know nothing of screen writing or filmmaking. But, I have an idea in my mind and a story in my heart. As a woman and a fan of the horror film community; I want to share my story with everyone. As I embark on this interesting journey, I will forever have this interview replayed over and over again in my mind as I go "door to door" selling my ideas awaiting to hear that one YES! Thank you, Dr. Atchity for this compelling interview.
Age is just experience. Like one said no one knows how old you are behind a page. I am 36 and still have faith that I will be in L.A. selling screenplays and uniting with creative filmmakers. I still produce my own genre of music not look for a record deal but because the artist in me want let the grown up quit. I love listening to this guy. He is the very meaning of inspiration.
THANK YOU FILM COURAGE for your channel...its a Masterclass itself!
Cheers Mick, we hope you continue to find value here!
I think it’s all in your level of expectation. Your age could be a factor but if your not doing it for the right reasons there could be tremendous disappointment. However, satisfying your incurable urge to create there’s never been a better time to pursue filmmaking because all the tools are at your fingertips and you don’t need permission.
Really appreciated his grounded wisdom. Inspiring!
"Golden Cage"...nicely put
Ken is the classic Baby Boomer. His parents generation provided so much security, such a sense of security, so much financial or economic security that Ken grew up in a world where it wasn't a worry and far more, he had so much insecurity he could flaunt wanton insecure moves but know he'd land on a secure net with harness lifting him right back up anyway. Boomer Bridges never burn and if they did 100 other Boomer bridges were beside it anyway.
For them, the only thing they didn't have was a feeling of insecurity which they understood as 'freedom' and I don't blame them for wanting to play with it, feel what its like and use it whenever they chose.
If you are Ken's children or grandchildren's generation you'd nearly look at this from the entirely opposite worldview. You only knew trying to jump up and down on a safety net (you hoped didn't break) leaping for something secure to hold onto and you do not have a harness and rope. You only know freedom and you don't think its cool and exciting and call it 'directionless' and why would you want to write a script and get it made?
OMG imagine the feeling, the feeling of security that you'd experience knowing what you'd be doing, where you'd be and what pay checks would be coming in a full year in advance! You'd have a real contract and job title and income to plan ahead a full secure year until that movie was wrapped up? In October of next year you have to do a 'press junket' or something and the airplane tickets are pre-purchased!?
For a 20-something today they just wish they could taste that Security for a stretch.
this though- so many people aren't able to embrace insecurity to pursuit a creative life. people who are able to express this sentiment of sacrificing everything for creativity absolutely have some kind of nest they grew up in with plenty of security and thus if their creative pursuits fail, they have a backup plan. 20 somethings just out of college or in the workforce who don't have any of that, it isn't going to be as feasible for them to do it. so we need to admit things people don't wanna hear and it's that pursuing a free, creative, sexy lifestyle is dependent on having your life set up in advance thanks to the help of other people. nobody accomplishes anything of higher privilege by themselves, NEVER EVER
I would love,,,, I mean really love! to see him put together a reading list.
Who said you couldn't in the first place. Do what u want bro. When u want
Love the blackboard analogy!
At what minute?
I was with a shared trait or a common denominator held by young insecure MFA holders in US for 15 years to pursue my career in academic world and got a tenure position as well. But when I reached my goal, I realized the fact that I had to leave for my psychological safety, so I did. My goodness I've been freed from all these garbages that I hadn't known otherwise. I'm so grad now to become a real practitioner of art in the real world. Financially this life style is still so freaky but feeling definitely very rich. Hard to explain...
Great talk
man this is awesome!
Best advice ever!
I just bought both books for under £2 here in the uk on kindle. Absolutley fantastic!!
......and you OWN your content 100%
Mychal Simmons im so ready to take off
Really nice. Freedom is his illusion, not security.
It depends on which side of the coin bro. Freedom is relative to expectations.
Just what I needed. Thanks, FC!
The meanest and most miserable teacher i have ever had was a tenure algebra teacher at Channel Islands Highschool. I think i understand why she was the way she was now-
I understand the difference between he and his father. My mother is highly security motivated and actively dashes dreams (by personal insults and going after self esteem) that are not office, trade, rank structured or retirement focused. It is hard on the psyche, and if you falter (as is human) she is there to reinforce "I told you so". It's emotionally rough... But good for a writer's experience, ironically enough. Lol ... ugh... Haha.
(Honestly, I would not have chosen this.)
Ps. I work at a college, and my natural wonder at institutiins if higher learning have been hardened by witnessing how tenured professors behave (and often deliver as substandard work... not everyone... the biology profs tend to be stellar, but oof, so many of the others is a crapshoot). And almost all engage in academic senate politics from a perspective of ego. So I get him on that, too.
Yay, I’m 43!
I am crying and crying and crying I am not living my dream in this life. I just breath because I can't breathing. As a young lady I have been dreaming of doing script writing. I still have a love story that is inside of my heart. Growing in Africa most times you don't achieve most of your dreams. I even thinking of being a photographer but today I am a cleaner instead. I am hurt very hurt inside of me..
Keep going. Your current situation is temporary. You very much can change it. I know that sounds like empty advice from a stranger; I also know that it is true.
"Suiting up for us means waking up and telling our brain to be ready and put on a happy face."
Im 35 i just decided this is what i want to do a week ago...im hungry....help me
Hi Christopher, happy that you have discovered our channel. What did you decide that you want to do?
Film Courage i want to write and act in my own movies and comedy skits...i have the vision...i just need the right people to help me create my vision... i have so many ideas...but i love comedy... QUINTON TARANTINO IS AN INSPIRATION FOR ME
Hello fellow mid-30’s I’m there too. Well I’ll be 37 in May. This passion never dies
Let's talk
This Business called “Show”
I am 32 .i quit my full time job without a backup jus to follow my passion
Good luck!
@@Starbat88 thank you
What job did you quit?
You will make it and be forever grateful you took the bold step forward.
@@vincentdamilola3790 thanks mate
"This is America and we can do what we want." -- That's right, so why are people trying so hard to change us? Stop it!
Very Similar philosophy like Gary Vee! Maybe he should invite you for a podcast.
"Freedom is as much an illusion as security." 🤔
BEWARE, just left my job and do something different after 17 years and it's very hard on me mentally.
So it goes at the beginning bro. In due course you will adjust and be forever grateful for chatting another course for yourself 🙂. Sheers!
@@vincentdamilola3790 went back to work for someone else after after a year and going hard this time trying to get a second property, thank you for your kind words.
How about at 71??
Why not? Here is someone who started at 67 - th-cam.com/video/tqPIIExbyhQ/w-d-xo.html
So he had an extensive background in writing beforehand. Seems like he was already established.
Same age, rising high.. What a coincidence...
From the producer of the timeless masterpiece the Meg 😂
Enokh Melamed what have you produced again?
Lol, I love how Americans say "well this is America, the land of opportunities, you can do whatever you want to do" as if it is the only country in the world where freedom and individuality are possible. Like you can't do any of that shit over here in Europe. And we also got better healtchare and school systems on top of that. It's like, why u bragging about Murica? 😂
you began by eliminating who do not live in America XD
Mid forties!? Yeah right, more like mid sixties
At the moment he is in his mid sixties but he was a literature professor, left his job and became a screenwriter at 43