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If it is an [b]online [/b]conference, I'm interested. After my short, I'll be working on some really unique stories too.

No source? I'm tired of having to ask, guys.

ThiefOfHearts: a rabid tiger.

Yes, such things do happen. Funny man die, funny man bury am. Link to the source, please?

I've gone through his posts and I don't believe he is an "excellency". Not even by Nigerian standards.

Computer village is your best bet.

I think Kobojunkie's questions are very good questions, your excellency. Can you answer them please?

To improve your spoken English, Hollywood movies are fine. Watch them with subtitles on.
There are DVDs you can buy on the subject at amazon.com too if your case is a serious one.

Hehe. Ironic.

ok. Link?

Seun, is it only PC you use your inverter for?

PC and electric fan.

Useless without pictures

after like 15 years of reality shows and possibly thousands of contestants,
i'm having a hard time thinking of a single one who became even a
minimally successful actor as a result of being on the show.

Reality shows about musicians have created successful musicians. Reality shows about models have created successful models. But I can't remember any reality shows about actors. That's the simple reason why actors have not been created. Additionally, acting is not a solo act. No matter how well you can act, you won't shine without the right script, director, supporting cast, et cetera. Maybe that's why there have been no acting shows?

1) Reality shows turn their winners into celebrities i.e. well-known people
2) Being well known can't hurt your acting career because:
a) If you have talent, being well-known causes your talent to be recognized.
b) If you don't have talent, at least you'll have your 15 minutes of fame!

but it's more likely that you're just setting yourself up to be forever remembered as "that guy from that reality show."

Actually, it's more likely that you will drop out early and won't be remembered for anything at all.

Moved to TV/Movie Business section. Thanks, kris.

A hit movie requires a great story and a well-known and capable cast, right?
- The selection process ensures that the cast is capable.
- The TV exposure of the show ensures that they are well-known.

So all the producer of the show needs to bring in is really great script and story.

If I don't pay them, the moderators won't do what I need them to do.

Wow, your story is great. Compared to you, I'm a fetus in this business.

I have been interested in making movies for about 1.5 years. Before that, I was going to make photocomics, but I didn't like the ad-centric nature of the publishing business. So I've been writing scripts for abut 2 years. And I've owned a 3CCD camera for about a year.

Sometime last year, I decided to specialize in comedy. It was supposed to be the easiest way to make a big impact, but it just made my life harder because comedy writers/actors are hard to find and because comedy is so subjective that it's hard to do quality control. I'm now concerned with inspirational dramas that don't involve sex or gratuitous violence. Wholesome family movies.

Meanwhile, I'm working on a romantic short so I can try out all the theories I've learned. Wish me luck

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So what are the challenges I've faced? Extreme shyness, fear of losing money, lack of focus, perfectionism, etc.

a fine face, big boobs, willingness to sacrifice self esteem for lucre, broad shoulder and handsome face etc. are usually the credits for acting in nigeria.

Hmmm, it's basically the same in Hollywood. People love looking at pretty faces on screen. No beef.

Hmmm, is "lying to investigators" a criminal offense?

I'm looking forward to properties for rent.

Throw toilet paper into the toilet before you start?

Yeah. No one cares about what goes on behind the scenes.

If I was asked to create a reality show about film-making, I would start with a solid script and contestants will be asked to compete for the starring roles in the film. Those who are dropped out early would go home empty-handed while those who drop out later may be offered supporting roles in the movie. The entire show will serve as a massive advertisement for the movie and it will be a guaranteed hit.

Why not develop the area yourself?

For 180,000, I could learn how to paint it myself.

Left to me, any police officer who carries a gun should earn at least 100K per month.

How did it go? Sorry if it didn't work out!