one last reminder for all my #screenwriter and #scriptsky folks! come hang out with me and the great @colbyday.com tomorrow morning and ask us any questions you may have about screenwriting!

"A despot doesn't fear eloquent writers preaching freedom — he fears a drunken poet who may crack a joke that will take hold." — E.B. White

god bless Robert De Niro.

bumping this for #scriptsky and all #screenwriter people on this app-- come have a fun and informative Saturday morning with me and my buddy @colbyday.com!

A once great civilization is ending. Pour one out for the homie.

hi! if you’re a screenwriter, @colbyday.com and I are doing a Q&A live on Instagram on Saturday morning— come by and ask us your questions!

shout out to this intrepid commenter, watching TRACERS a decade later and taking the time to correct my thoughtful criticism

I love to stand in the shower with my hands against the wall and my head bowed, water running down the elaborate back tattoo that hints at the torment within

screenwriters should be allowed to write stomach medicine off on their taxes as a business expense

Was already extremely excited by Robert Buckley-Kimberley Sustad pairing of MERRY CHRISTMAS, TED COOPER, and now that I know Russell Hainline is the screenwriter, it's officially the Hallmark Christmas movie I'm most looking forward to this season. Kinda wish it wasn't airing before Halloween but…

excited to announce I've worked on TWO of the Hallmark movies airing this Countdown to Christmas-- MERRY CHRISTMAS, TED COOPER!, airing October 25th, and THREE WISEST MEN, November 15th. both were an absolute blast to work on, and I can't wait for everyone to see them. save the dates! 🎄

would anyone like to guess which movie I wrote basee exclusively on title? (there’s a dead giveaway for those who know me well) variety.com/lists/hallma...

This is exactly what I want from an interview with an artist--a probing, thoughtful questioner and a completely game subject. David Marchese's Q&A makes me want to revisit all of Cameron Crowe's film work. (It's Sunday--I'm taking a day off from fury.) www.nytimes.com/2025/09/13/m...

I think if you listen to a podcast with fake AI people saying AI generated words you are functionally dead, you are basically a phone to me at that point

I thought the second GROOMSMEN was the best of the trilogy, a totally charming riff on MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING. I will absolutely be tuning in-- and I strongly urge others to do the same.

a doctor I trust more than rfk jr

The idea that there are people who are interested in the Magnificent Ambersons but like, an AI version of it, is so funny. That's two different groups of people. And their dogs are trained to attack each other

The purpose of AI is to destroy any consensus of history, example #4,528,926

threw on HOT FROSTY tonight. they say "you can't go home again"... but I rewatch this and a tidal wave of happy memories of writing this, developing this, and shooting this washes over me. it's so earnest, leans into the magic so hard. one of the great joys of my career to date.

this is why I pay for photoshop

Actually, Frankenstein is a doctor success at the Venice film festival

my spirit animal

busy night for the Jeremy Renner "don't give me hope" gif

Was highly tickled by Splitsville. Between this and The Climb (regrettably released mid-pandemic), sign me up in perpetuity for all the affectionately dysfunctional screwball antics that these guys have to offer. Currently rolling out in release, should expand to most major markets by 9/5.

what a fucking stupid time to be a person who cares about other people

I think about this probably ten times a day now. youtu.be/_r_pOtUVTgo?...

Hi authors! Please remember to file a claim!

Can't even build death star anymore, because of ewok

SPLITSVILLE is hilarious. there was a gag here that actually had me laughing uncontrollably— took another scene or two for me to catch my breath. strong recommendation.

very excited for everyone to see this!

and an answer: the versions of John Woo’s Hard Boiled and The Killer streaming on the Criterion Channel in October will in fact include the audio commentaries and other special features from the laserdiscs and long out of print DVDs. You’re welcome

Christmas is coming early

RIP, Terence Stamp. One of the great ones. May need to do a Limey rewatch tonight.

this made me cry this morning I was laughing so hard. computers will never replace the glorious weirdness of people.

WEAPONS was very entertaining— and I am *incredibly* glad I was warned to avoid the trailers.

grateful that THE NAKED GUN has given us the HOT FROSTY sequel we deserve.

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turned in drafts on *two* different projects this afternoon. brain fully depleted. must use weekend to recharge.

SUPERMAN was a lot of fun. all the Justice Gang stuff had me hootin' and hollerin'. good time at the ol' cineplex.

my 10 favorite movies halfway through 2025, alphabetically: BLACK BAG DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA EEPHUS LAST BULLET MI: THE FINAL RECKONING ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL ON SWIFT HORSES THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME PREDATOR: KILLER OF KILLERS SINNERS

In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it’s done. My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it. I am honored to be your Democratic nominee for the Mayor of New York City.

the world is a nightmare and on fire, so I've distracted myself by making this arbitrary list. enjoy! letterboxd.com/russellhfilm...

top 15 of 2000s: THE ACT OF KILLING ADAPTATION AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER BLOODY NOSE, EMPTY POCKETS DRIVE MY CAR THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL HOLY MOTORS JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION RRR A SERIOUS MAN THE SOCIAL NETWORK THERE WILL BE BLOOD THE WOLF OF WALL STREET THE WORLD’S END

Lavos, the alien monster intent on destroying all life, has emerged from beneath the planet's surface to endorse Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race. "Cuomo has the experience and character necessary to lead," said Lavos, while fire rained from the sky

that pre-morning flight LAX Terminal 1 Einstein Bros bagel just hits *different.*

ASTEROID CITY may already rank top 3 WA for me, bare minimum top 5. Just tell the story.

watching SNOW WHITE (2025). I need an oral history of the development and production of this movie, ASAP.

reposting this to remind myself to add it to my Christmas list. cannot wait.