People On The Fray

 There is nothing sadder than people who are at the fray when it comes to working in the entertainment business.

The unspoken thing is this...if you haven't worked consistently in the business for at least 3 years...and I stress the word CONSISTENTLY, stop chasing this path. Go a different route and stop clogging up the system.

Here's what I see a lot of, while being around Hollywood: deadbeats.

That's what they won't show you. Though, a lot of Americans are wising up. And the influence of Hollywood is drying out. There is no more envious feelings towards celebrity. And those who pursue it, well, go right ahead, but the outcome isn't what you're expecting.

How would I know what you are expecting? Because the story never changes. As Indiana Jones says in "Temple of Doom" Fortune and glory. Both of which elude you if you are struggling.

A lot of people will probably swallow their pride and keep trudging forward. That's fine. Disregard all of us who think you're directionless and deluded. The point is, do it for the reasons that aren't about Hollywood. Do it for CRAFT. Care about what you do. I get it, you need to make money and survive doing it, but that means getting a steady job and doing it for that reason. What I see a lot of are people who aren't willing to compromise that part. Live to the edge and break their back on the slightest adjustments. This is not living. And you will regret it.

Living at the fray of Hollywood isn't as glamorous as you think.