Nearly two years ago, when I was a grad student at Rollins, I entered into a three person partnership for the purpose of making a film about King Lear and aging.
I didn't ask for anything in writing.
In my defense: I was approached by a major educational institution (of which I was a student) to make an educational film. I had no way of knowing that their word was meaningless.
I was paid three thousand dollars up front.
Granted (and that is a funny word in this case) whatever the productions budget was - it was not enough, and who in their right mind would agree to work on a massive project -- virtually alone -- and then spend 5 grand of their own money to finish it.
Me.
This wasn't a school project, I benefited zero for my efforts.
I tell this tale because it was a huge learning experience.
Now, they have their film and seem to be happy with it for whatever that is worth, and I have my own film. I also have an attorney.
As I write this the words are not coming easy to me, but the reason I turn to the blog is to put forth my desire to move forward - finish MY film - and have it all mean something in the end.
As I proceed with my film, and as I wrap up the messy details of their film, I will be using this blog to spill my guts. No more holding back.
Repeat: No more holding back.
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