What The Audience Wants More Than Anything Else - Jack Grapes

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  • @filmcourage
    @filmcourage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

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    • @velvetbees
      @velvetbees หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've been really thinking. I've not been really living is so powerful. I liked that part of the lesson.

    • @jamescat2386
      @jamescat2386 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@velvetbees it's so radical, like we really don't have that kind of authenticity, the more media we have the less we seem to be able to find it

  • @GoodBloodGames
    @GoodBloodGames 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1647

    Karen, you put yourself on the line here so we could all become better storytellers. Thanks for your courage.

    • @NevisYsbryd
      @NevisYsbryd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ohshit, Good Blood was here.

    • @allanreele8352
      @allanreele8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      I got goosebumps when he started asking those questions and got Karen to expose her own deeper truth. Really needed to hear this tonight. Thanks so much Karen for all of these interviews!

    • @majki3144
      @majki3144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Respect, Karen

    • @djn48
      @djn48 ปีที่แล้ว

      No, she didn't. Putting herself on the line would have been telling her story. She was pushed by Jack into the situation and deliberately *didn't* put herself on the line. The work was all Jack. He was the one who kept pushing and elicited her emotion so we could all become better storytellers.

    • @fantasma8253
      @fantasma8253 ปีที่แล้ว

      And thank you for being good blood, we hav enrichi bad blood in this world already

  • @CaptainSinbad
    @CaptainSinbad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +708

    This was insane. This video is actually a demonstration of the concept. We pay for the stuff that is real. Thank you for sharing Karen!

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Cheers!

    • @dushyantm9579
      @dushyantm9579 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Captain Sindbad!

    • @llamaphotosafarifilms7408
      @llamaphotosafarifilms7408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you Karen. Hugs from Chile

    • @lindanorris2455
      @lindanorris2455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@filmcourage wow! these questions were like a complex Math question. I felt the whoo also! That was very, very tough!!!

  • @purerasslin91
    @purerasslin91 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1656

    Came for writing advice, stayed for the Socratic unraveling of one's psyche.

  • @alicehuijbregts
    @alicehuijbregts 3 ปีที่แล้ว +556

    “Write how you talk; don’t try and be a writer.” That was very much needed, especially since I’ve looked back at old work and not felt a soul in it.

    • @treshathepoetrysalon7231
      @treshathepoetrysalon7231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      "Simple" is not the same thing as "easy." I spend half my writing time getting past my own desire to impress myself and get to the truth of what I want to say. Jack's methods have helped me a bunch.

    • @BigPuddin
      @BigPuddin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@treshathepoetrysalon7231 Exactly. It ironically takes more time to condense complex concepts into easily digested, accessible forms. It doesn't take a lot of talent to look up a bunch of asinine synonyms and litter one's work with unnecessary purple prose. We all learned that the hard way. "Loquacious" and "verbose" is not even congruent let alone equal to "intelligent."

    • @themillionviewclub7111
      @themillionviewclub7111 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Reading your comment made me want to endure the remaining 13:00 of this slightly painful and irritating process. Kudos to you AND ESPECIALLY TO KAREN!

    • @The_WatchList
      @The_WatchList ปีที่แล้ว

      That was a lesson I learned in martial arts. The more I thought about it, the clunkier I became. The smoothest had been when I did not think hard, but let my body moved as it needed to. Same with writing, I came to focus more on creating a story that held a lesson and emotional meaning, rather than how I sounded or what made me seem fancy. Take out what other's think sometimes, let yourself be guided by how you feel and what you want to inspire others to feel. That helps me, hopefully it is decent advice for helping you too. Also, it has been a year since you saw this, how is your writing now?

    • @arthursandomine5464
      @arthursandomine5464 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The best example of this that I know of is Jordan Belfort in Wolf of Wallstreet. He’s “speech” is hilarious!

  • @aarchi89
    @aarchi89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1201

    That was tough to watch. Really commend the presenter for staying professional even when she felt so emotional.

    • @eddyjuillerat835
      @eddyjuillerat835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

      She's the best, that's why.

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      That's kind, thank you Eddy!

    • @noonecomics
      @noonecomics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      agreed, I felt like giving a final exam , damn!

    • @djanitatiana
      @djanitatiana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      The emotion _is_ the profession

    • @PurrsPlace
      @PurrsPlace 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@filmcourage It's more than kind; it's true. If you're Karen, then you stayed with Grapes as best you could, following notions you appeared to be totally new to, and yet open to receiving them on the deepest level. You didn't waffle, you didn't flake. You took the challenge, stayed the course, and learned something good yet difficult. These are the kinds of challenges that change lives - change *souls* - for the better. And I respect you for it.

  • @DaleFrewaldt
    @DaleFrewaldt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I've been seeing a therapist for years and I coulda just talked to this guy for 17 minutes?

  • @greyeyed123
    @greyeyed123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    I love the dramatic reversal of this entire interview. She thought she was going to question him, and get an answer from him. Instead, he questioned her, and forced her to find her own answers within...in places she didn't even want to look.

  • @chrisjones8829
    @chrisjones8829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    She is the best interviewer of writers out there. She knows how to allow them to speak, doesn’t interrupt, and even has the courage to go through this on the spot. She’s great.

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Thanks Chris, appreciate your support!

  • @Magibatproductions
    @Magibatproductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    8:13 Jack is ruthless. "Put yourself in danger." I'm stealing that

  • @porsche200471
    @porsche200471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    I think this was the most most raw, most intimate, most uncomfortable, most intrusive, most incisive, most human and most brave piece of film I've ever seen. Thank you Karen for having the guts to show this. I think everyone in the comments section right now wish they could shake your hand or give you a hug.

    • @lindaerman3436
      @lindaerman3436 ปีที่แล้ว

      Holy Hell,this was rough,but it's so clarifying. Thank you for enduring this grilling. Yikes!

  • @GunnarClovis
    @GunnarClovis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +500

    That was the best writing exercise I've ever seen. Really brilliant.

  • @rudyspective1870
    @rudyspective1870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Suddenly, Jack Grapes became my therapist...

  • @Universal_Cymbol
    @Universal_Cymbol 3 ปีที่แล้ว +671

    Thanks Karen for being so tough and pushing through this interview. I don't think many would be able to do that on the spot, but you really gave it your all and showed your audience what it would take. Thank you for letting us share that and learn from you. Take care. 🙂

  • @Inkkink
    @Inkkink 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Karen, I wish you the best of everything.

  • @althenimble
    @althenimble 3 ปีที่แล้ว +660

    “Writing is easy; you just open a vein and bleed” - some writer

    • @john10klakes
      @john10klakes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Hemingway, I believe.

    • @jdovma1
      @jdovma1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Paraphrased: "I barb wire my wrist, and let it fill the page." - Black Thought

    • @PlainsPup
      @PlainsPup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Virginia Woolf

    • @thuthuka3562
      @thuthuka3562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow 🙆🏽‍♂️, so deep and raw.

    • @chrisoglevoiceover
      @chrisoglevoiceover 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      - Stewie Griffin

  • @TheEverfever
    @TheEverfever ปีที่แล้ว +32

    "They want blood... and you give it to them." Wow! That is so tragically true I had tears in my eyes.

  • @CaroleMora22
    @CaroleMora22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +262

    Jack is so good at what he does. He's sensitive, empathetic, and gently probing. I'm remembering how powerful his classes and his methods are; truly life-changing practices. I also appreciate the way Karen stayed open to this deep process and has shared this exchange. I was brought to tears many times when participating in his workshops.

  • @QWEStudios
    @QWEStudios 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Be brave, be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid."
    God that was powerful.

  • @smokydogy
    @smokydogy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    UNCOMFORTABLE interview but some wisdom here lol. My favorite part was at the end "that felt like therapy but its not, its to write a story people will buy." Here I realized he's a legend

    • @robsellars9338
      @robsellars9338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes, this was the one advice that I felt I had to watch again and again to "get into the zone". It was painful to watch the presenter go through it (but glad she did her best) because I had goose bumps on my skin at the end of it! If you can replicate or pass on that empathy to your readers or viewers it's basically the reason why you should be trying to write in the first place. Best lesson I learner on anything in a long time.

  • @Ganon999
    @Ganon999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    This guys true technique is the embodiment of empathy. He's obviously thought a lot about how to truly empathise, which we all appreciate and can relate to. I think we crave it actually, in such a crazy world. This guy gets it.

  • @coreylucas5346
    @coreylucas5346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Holy Crap! This is amazing. I GET what he was saying. ALOT.

  • @G-Blockster
    @G-Blockster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    "Film Courage." Karen, you demonstrated the true meaning behind the name of the channel. This was a transformative experience for us all. Thank you for the lesson.

  • @kalebarancelovic
    @kalebarancelovic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +336

    Before this guy gives you a compliment, he makes you jump through a lot of hoops. He doesn't give out compliments cheaply. I could sense the heat put on Karen and she handled it well.

    • @joshuakilroy7599
      @joshuakilroy7599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He was all up in her Kool-Aid! I'm here for it!

    • @deneengriffin2955
      @deneengriffin2955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@joshuakilroy7599 😆

    • @juneychick
      @juneychick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@joshuakilroy7599 lol yeah, I want to know what she discovered!

    • @greyeyed123
      @greyeyed123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@juneychick She was either adopted, or her biological father was someone other than who she thought it was...and she was never told until recently. There are not many other options beyond those.

    • @AFuller2020
      @AFuller2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This is why we can't make good films anymore, everything is reboots and super hero flicks.

  • @Musikmaker658
    @Musikmaker658 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    True Art isn't joyful. Its terrifying and he knows that. I appreciate that.

  • @matthewharris3898
    @matthewharris3898 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those first couple of minutes where Jack is challenging you to "go deeper". He is giving a masterclass on how to write, how to create engaging characters with meaningful stories, how to engage the audience in bigger and deeper questions of life through the personal journeys of the characters.
    And the fact that you Karen struggled in answering the questions, demonstrates exactly what happens to most people. When asked directly, "What's going on in your life? And what is underneath that?" people will struggle.
    A GREAT interview and a great presentation. Thank you for putting yourself in the spotlight here.

  • @CamRebires
    @CamRebires 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man, artists are the best therapists, guy almost made me cry

  • @timflatus
    @timflatus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This man just changed my whole concept of story writing in quarter of an hour. Awesome!

  • @Okinawatrip
    @Okinawatrip 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is not Film Courage. This is Karen Courage. God, you're amazing. And this guy's good. Really powerful stuff.

  • @maryl7067
    @maryl7067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    This was such a great interview. I loved that he was teaching you as he explained his methods to us, the viewers. He seems like a great teacher.

  • @lilledrum
    @lilledrum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How can you not love this guy.

  • @EvelineDaw
    @EvelineDaw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Ok, that's it, I'm buying his books. This sir is a gem.

  • @marie-louisewillis2551
    @marie-louisewillis2551 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh Karen. Big love to you. I have watched so many excellent videos that you have facilitated but this one … I have tears running down my face.

  • @edmccall390
    @edmccall390 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is the greatest bit of advice for a writer I have ever encountered. Thank you Karen for your work, and thank you Jack for your leadership to help her find that deeper meaning.

  • @ninovasev
    @ninovasev 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a teacher....in A REAL SENSE OF THAT WORD....I HAVE LEARNED A LOT IN 10 MINUTES....

  • @appletini1967
    @appletini1967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    It completely baffles me how so many people say they haven't been feeling like they are living because of the pandemic. The pandemic was the first time in year I have ever felt alive. So much free time. Being able to wake up early and watch the sunrise, watch the sunset, stay on my window listening to music while looking at the trees, the birds... it was amazing.
    The human experience is really unique to each one of us. "Living" can take as many forms as there are people in this world.

    • @skinnytimmy1
      @skinnytimmy1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I feel like those people just had their distractions taken away, and had to really think about what their life is / was.

    • @KrogunDK
      @KrogunDK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I think that what people really mean when they say that is that they were not living before, and now they are waking up and realising they've been on autopilot for too long.

    • @emhu2594
      @emhu2594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It’s funny that she blamed the pandemic at first, but what she was struggling with had nothing to do wi5 the pandemic. The pandemic just took away the distractions that would ease the pain of what she was going through.

    • @mapachem4828
      @mapachem4828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well, I was lucky, i'm a software engineer and I didnt loose my job, they sent us to work from home instead of going every day to the office.
      I'm grateful the pandemia alowed me to live the way I wanted, take care of mi dog and the cats, sit on the garden, have meals with my family. 9 hours of work plus an hour and a half to commute plus take cafe of the house the shopping the bills and the everyday life that consumed muy life and had to do everything on the run.
      I'm more alive than ever, I can do what I'm allways wanted, I work to share with my family but I wasnt there to share, now Iam. For me that is living.

    • @bannedmann4469
      @bannedmann4469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Life is like radiation, a uniquely damaging event.

  • @LiamOFarrell
    @LiamOFarrell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A tough man, though full of humanity and compassion

  • @jtapia1123
    @jtapia1123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really did not like this guy at first, but now I see the discomfort he puts the student or interviewer through is actually to prove his point and lesson. Kudos to the producers and the interviewer for participating

  • @EmpressEris
    @EmpressEris ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's strange to see someone give words to what you've been thinking of for so long, but couldn't find the way to do so. This is very well said.

  • @ninjaswordtothehead
    @ninjaswordtothehead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How am I just now finding this channel? A gold mine of great content.

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cheers! Hope you continue to find value here!

  • @mattparksmusic
    @mattparksmusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy cow, he got her there just by asking what was the deeper thought. That was amazing!

  • @gregsaltis1661
    @gregsaltis1661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    My God, that was fantastic. I'm a musician and I can see the same principle applying to composing and performing.

  • @jbc242424
    @jbc242424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That very last laugh had the genuine quality of being preceded by deep emotions. Sincere and cathartic.

  • @valeryst4620
    @valeryst4620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    I don’t know how, but I’ve got tears on my eyes when I was watching this. And it inspire me to finish some scripts which I’m writing now and with which I had problems. Thank you for such powerful energy!

  • @davidhaman9745
    @davidhaman9745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GOLD JACK, PURE GOLD!

  • @Jamminn555
    @Jamminn555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    This is one of the realest and bravest videos I've ever seen. Karen, thank you for going where Jack asked you to go, so all of us could learn.

  • @dreadloresystem
    @dreadloresystem ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the most powerful episodes y'all have done! "...the artist creates with their soul, with their being...that's what you have to suffer." Awesome-sauce.

  • @fredilly
    @fredilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This is so powerful that you need to watch this over and over until it becomes second nature in your storytelling technique.

  • @jamesmurtha
    @jamesmurtha ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, Jack and Karen

  • @fredilly
    @fredilly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    Almost felt like Hannibal playing with his food.

    • @onedayatatime007
      @onedayatatime007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That's exactly what this was

    • @rahulprakash4137
      @rahulprakash4137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Almost👍🏼

    • @nickellion3657
      @nickellion3657 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Quality comment! 👏👏👏

    • @gabrielt6556
      @gabrielt6556 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly

    • @nickellion3657
      @nickellion3657 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Roughman yeah but Hannibal watches others play with his food. The food he prepared for them! And so they enjoyed..To his delight! Nice comment pal couldn’t resist a retort! 👍

  • @davegibbs6423
    @davegibbs6423 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    One of the best writing lessons, ever!

  • @martialartsthoughts
    @martialartsthoughts ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This brought me to a place... Great work, Karen.. Thank you for being vulnerable for us.

  • @shadwellsong
    @shadwellsong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yup, that's it. He walked right up to the front door of her personal pain and showed her how to open it. amazing interview.

  • @artistjim114
    @artistjim114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    As an artist-this kind of was like therapy, for me. This was awesome!

  • @FromAcrossTheDesert
    @FromAcrossTheDesert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8:55 "Be brave; Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid." ...........I love that type of talk!

  • @Liz-with-a-smile
    @Liz-with-a-smile 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I love this man's energy. I often write from the deep "huuh" place....but I always feared sharing those stories....because they are my soul. But this inspired me to share them. This man is so inspiring. Thank you sir.

  • @maybrittwilkens6149
    @maybrittwilkens6149 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is dialectic therapy at its finest. So simple, cutting to the chase. Did not expect going this deep at a screenwriters youtube snippet. Wow.

  • @jarnolehtinen2269
    @jarnolehtinen2269 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hands down the most impactful writing lesson I’ve ever seen. I’ve seen many really good ones, none that made me feel that way. This was a bloody beautifully confusing clip of an extremely warm and caring person doing a bone chilling interrogation in an undestated and loving way. Opened my eyes and my soul.

  • @dojomediaboss
    @dojomediaboss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am a therapist and a chronic writing procrastinator. In therapy, I help my clients get to this place (that 'umm' gut level truth) through a variety of tools and therapy techniques. It's often called getting to the 'emotional truth'. It's a narrative affecting my client's life that is happening outside of their conscious awareness. I love the fact that writing is connected to getting to this place, an act of courage and vulnerability, and an expressive art that sells - very nice.

  • @aslamartnet
    @aslamartnet ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a writer, and I finally feel confident calling myself a writer, this talk has given me so much inspiration and motivation to write from my heart. Thank you for sharing this with me.

  • @by_katrin
    @by_katrin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Can we have an example." I am at a loss for words. I had never heard such a good answer. Best wishes from Switzerland ♥

  • @milkslittlesister9981
    @milkslittlesister9981 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    This was the most inspiring video I've ever watched in regard to writing. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 love this channel

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wow, very strong praise for this one! Great to see how much this one resonates with you Damani!

  • @claudiamanta1943
    @claudiamanta1943 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Every artist tells something about themselves even when they’re not aware of it.
    I would only add that the artist has the responsibility to present a possible, replicable with individual variations, solution, not just catharsis.
    Excellent video, thanks for sharing.

  • @bambi0607
    @bambi0607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am also in tears. This advice hit hard, particularly writing from a point of being bold & brave. EMPATHY & CONNECTION. Thank you, Jack!

  • @onkar5
    @onkar5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So beautiful. So powerful. Thank you. Much love.

  • @lindagutierrez5409
    @lindagutierrez5409 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good job Karen. We relate to human emotions. Audiences what to know why a character feels and acts the way they do. We want to see them overcome the negativity in their lives.

  • @bluenetmarketing
    @bluenetmarketing ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Darn good interview. Now, why am I tearing up? Even though I couldn't see you, Karen, I could feel your tears echoing in your voice, and then I had them, too.

  • @tomwhite5389
    @tomwhite5389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I have been agonizing over how to move ahead after the inciting incident in my novel for over a month. I had thrown away so many ideas. Nothing felt right. It was too much back story without emotion. Then Karen said "I've been really thinking." and you took it to a new level. Thank you. It is true. When the student is ready the teacher will appear.

  • @Jose_Da_Hype
    @Jose_Da_Hype 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Masterclass in only 17 mins... This guy is GOOD GOOD!!!

  • @eac179
    @eac179 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Amazing, that class he teaches must be a really life changing experience. Thanks.

  • @phoenixrising4768
    @phoenixrising4768 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He is so sweet. People should understand authentic writing is not easy. Everyone can write, but not everyone is a writer.

  • @Vee_Macdonald84
    @Vee_Macdonald84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “I’m not a therapist”. Well you certainly could be Jack 😂

  • @mercykyallo8607
    @mercykyallo8607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was the best class ever! I love youtube!

  • @elinamor4638
    @elinamor4638 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was powerful to experience along with Karen. This technique helps to remove the "chit chat" and to speak with your true voice. I will definitely apply it to my current novel. Thank you!!!

  • @shreya87jam
    @shreya87jam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Jack Grapes, this felt like therapy.

  • @allanreele8352
    @allanreele8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Getting to that speechless state is the key to shattering the illusion of writer's block. That is where the drive to write comes from. Holding onto that energy of wanting to express what has yet to be expressed is what ignites the writing process. Wow. Thank you so much Mr. Grapes. And thank you Karen for allowing yourself to be so vulnerable for us in order to experience this truth through you.

  • @steffijmusic
    @steffijmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jack Grapes is the most transformational writing teacher I've ever had. He's the best!

  • @johnmeaney511
    @johnmeaney511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Jack is a great teacher. I’ve only watched him here on your channel but he’s a huge inspiration the way he breaks everything down and deconstructs it.

  • @chris55529
    @chris55529 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow. Way more helpful than I expected. Kudos also to that gal for being brave enough to do that.

  • @FirstMateBlake
    @FirstMateBlake 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man is a GENIUS.!. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You ! Every author and playwright needs to listen to Jack.

  • @JasmineJ-SuDirector
    @JasmineJ-SuDirector 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow!! I’m in tears… Mr. Jack and Ms. Karen WHOA NELLY!! This was soooo good. Thank you for thissss!! GOD BLESS ❤️❤️❤️

  • @CM-jn3wp
    @CM-jn3wp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    "Whew"......I will start my story from there. Thank you Film Courage. 😯

  • @cucumberwhale
    @cucumberwhale 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow, this is exactly what I was looking for, how to access and incorporate raw emotion in my work. I'm not involved with film, I'm a painter yet I come to watch your videos regularly. You're a fantastic interviewer and your guests share universally applicable advice. Thank you. And thank you for your courage to be this vulnerable. You're a titan and a gem!

  • @PerkolatorTheTerminator
    @PerkolatorTheTerminator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “I’ve been really thinking, I haven’t been really living. I’m confused. I’m not the person I thought I was. I’m stuck. Whew.” That does sound like a decent opening monologue in a novel lol.

  • @sapientia_et_virtus
    @sapientia_et_virtus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, that was so good. Put me in tears. So electrifying.

  • @Autista_Atipico
    @Autista_Atipico 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Jesus Christ, this dude goes deeper then my psychologist.

  • @veerajaladani7966
    @veerajaladani7966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great interview... Deeper and deeper.. So that we can find the truth.. Brilliant!!!!💐💐

  • @ArthurTribuzi
    @ArthurTribuzi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not everyday you watch some video on youtube that match so perfectly with the channel name, and it's meaning. Trully amazing!

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cheers! Glad this one found you.

  • @sam.oates_
    @sam.oates_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This just blew my mind. So good! Heavy but good.

  • @LeninMcDonalds
    @LeninMcDonalds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Karen. This is why you are the best. Thank you for bringing Jack on and being so brave. This channel lives up to its name.

  • @raven7Mason
    @raven7Mason 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Jack is cold 🥶 👏👏👏 Master Teacher

  • @JamieCosta
    @JamieCosta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This was beautiful inspiration

    • @filmcourage
      @filmcourage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Jamie, we appreciate your work as well.

    • @DonaldBulley
      @DonaldBulley 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      aaahh!! mr.costa first time i witnessed your awsome acting was wolverine & you were perfect.the sentinal foot at the end.i believe you were the first to actually have a hint of a sentinal without it being animation/cartoon.

  • @anxietyrecoverycom
    @anxietyrecoverycom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video makes me think I've been on the right track the last 10 years of this filmmaking journey.

  • @GoMakeIt
    @GoMakeIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Well done sticking with it Karen. Thank you for sharing with us. Hope you're ok

  • @beinganartist9476
    @beinganartist9476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best thing Film Courage has done so far that I've seen. This is an excellent idea. Practical, actionable, difficult and rewarding.

  • @AplhaStarProductions
    @AplhaStarProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    He has just opened Pandora' s box and shown us where the magic is hidden. Fantastic video, thank you so much - this is pure gold! 😀

  • @jairorincon8368
    @jairorincon8368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A real master class by Jack Grapes. Period.

  • @christophermoonlightproduction
    @christophermoonlightproduction 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Evey script I write is an act of self discovery. To escape Hell, you have to travel to its darkest parts and confront what's there. This is necessary for transformation so you might as well get a good story out of it. People are often afraid to do this because they worry that they'll reveal their ugliest secrets to the world but you don't become a better person by believing you're already fine the way you are. When you believe that, you're just leaving your worst failings in the dark to fester and grow. That's when they truly become harmful.

  • @ericgrimm312
    @ericgrimm312 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazingly instructive

  • @Brucifer72
    @Brucifer72 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’ve listened and learned from so many of these. This was the first one that made me want to give Karen a big hug. Thanks for staying in there. We were all with you.