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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nNY Glam:<\/strong> What projects are you currently working on?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – A rewrite on an Inspirational Sports Drama entitled (COOP)<\/p>\n\n\n\n – Pre-production on a short film entitled (DO UNTO OTHERS)<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> What makes a great film?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Compelling concept. Intriguing character(s). Escalating conflict. Satisfying conclusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> Are there certain qualities that make a film better for you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A well-crafted surprise ending is always a plus<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> As a screenwriter, what is the most important aspect of building a character?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Creating a genuine connection with the audience<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> Top 3 favorite projects that you have been involved in?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FEATURE FILM SCREENPLAYS \u2013<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n THE PHANTOM COUNCIL<\/strong> (Outstanding Achievement in Writing) -International Screenwriting Competition (2022)<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (80) Film Festival \/ Screenplay Competition Selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (19) Award Wins from more than a dozen countries<\/p>\n\n\n\n RETIREMENT ROAD TRIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – (54) Film Festival \/ Screenplay Competition Selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (14) Award Wins<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (2) Honorable Mention<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (1) Special Mention<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (12) Finalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (4) Semi-Finalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (12) Quarterfinalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (9) Official Selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n COOP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – (62) Film Festival \/ Screenplay Competition Selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (14) Award Wins<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (16) Finalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (13) Semi-Finalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (6) Quarterfinalist<\/p>\n\n\n\n – (13) Official Selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> Do you express\u00a0yourself\u00a0creatively in any other ways?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I\u2019d like to believe that I am very open-minded. Willing to explore new ideas. An out-of-the-box critical thinker. Creative expression is a tremendous stress reliever – very therapeutic (at least from my perspective). But, above all \u2013 it\u2019s entertaining and fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> What advice would you give to someone who wants to have a career in filmmaking? (Patience. Persistence. Passion)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Patience<\/strong> \u2013 Understand that any career is a marathon, not a sprint. Even if someone achieves a level of early success, it requires great patience, practice, and consistency to develop into a subject matter expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Persistence<\/strong> \u2013 In spite of any obstacle or challenge that one may face, it is necessary to develop goal-oriented thinking, and a \u201cnever quit\u201d attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Passion <\/strong>\u2013 a strong affection or enthusiasm for an object, concept, etc. It is the essence of filmmaking. There is no tale to tell, no story to share – without honest, genuine passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> What can we expect from you this year? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fresh, innovative stories. Continual growth and improvement as a writer. I recently signed a literary agent agreement. I\u2019m excited and looking forward to (2023) – production\/development deal \u2013 perhaps?<\/p>\n\n\n\n NY Glam:<\/strong> Where can everyone keep up with you to learn more?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FILMFREEWAY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/Whatstheworstthatcanhappen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/DoUntoOthers625<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/FARMCLUB<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/HailSanta<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/DIRECONSEQUENCES<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/COOP865<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/filmfreeway.com\/RetirementRoadTrip-1<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n