Sedaris, Alexa Standards, Censors

January 6, 2022 Lehan Edirisinghe

The Magic Flute and Sedaris got dismissed, while an Arri Alexa-only rule and a Reservoir Dogs test-plan set a serious film goal. Chickpeas with sriracha, Madison’s return news, Deborah Turness at BBC, and tired Killing Eve notes closed the day

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Disliking The Magic Flute and David Sedaris’s MasterClass

6:15 a.m.

I couldn't watch The Magic Flute. It wasn't good enough. I might read the script later. As it apparently has masonic imagery. I saw Osiris and Isis and stuff.

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I quickly skipped through David Sedaris' MasterClass on storytelling and humor. I felt it was too boring. He can't hold my attention.

I've never heard of any of his work or of him.

I might download and have a quick read through his books very fast.

But meh

I don't care.

Testing the Film Before Shooting It Properly on Arri Alexa

6:30 a.m.

I have concerns regarding my own movie.

Number one is that I don't want to shoot it unless I have an Arri Alexa camera.

It would be a waste.

I think. Like Quentin. Best is to just do a simple test version.

Reservoir Dogs.

Just get it done.

We have actual, real and serious business cases. These are at stake.

Later, in 2023 or 2024, we can just shoot it properly.

Watching Natalie Portman’s MasterClass

6:45 a.m.

I am watching Natalie Portman MasterClass. She's very beautiful.

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Chickpeas With Sriracha Sauce

9:00 a.m.

(b)

I am enjoying my Kadala or Chick-peas with Sriracha sauce mixed in

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The article explains that Madison’s return might impact Morgan’s role, as he is a significant figure in the "Walking Dead" universe and the heart of the spinoff series. The piece speculates that Madison could reclaim her position as the show's lead character. Below the article, there is an image of a woman with long blonde hair, likely representing Kim Dickens or her character Madison. She appears serious, set against a blurred background, possibly in an indoor setting. Her expression suggests determination or concern, fitting the dramatic context of the article.

Celebrating Madison’s Return as a Good Spoiler

9:15 a.m.

I am very happy to hear my most favourite character, followed by her son and Alicia, will be returning.

Madison.

Yes, there is such a thing as a good spoiler.. 2022 is looking up.

Reading Books About Jewish History and the Holocaust

9:30 a.m.

(b)

I am going to read Laurel Leff's Buried by the (New York) Times. Also Yehuda Bauer's Jews for Sale (I'm on page 24 of 321, it's pretty boring to be honest), From Diplomacy to Resistance, The Jewish Emergence from Powerlessness and The Holocaust in Historical Perspective.

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