13. the time chosen
June of 1989.
Most of the time, art can cause a sense of helplessness in those inspired to find an omen. The call to go mad is to show readers a product good enough to impress the niche, impressing everyone from bright-eyed children to university students bored with their ghostly classes, from teenagers unable to decide on their life's future to the old seeking solace in an image that separates their life and distracts their thoughts.
The art system can repeat and navigate scripts across different eras and adapt them into beautiful artistic equality. The point is that when you recreate a work, you feel the perfection of the previous artist who seeks to achieve his own identity that composes the entire work. A work shines with pleasure, and adding a touch of perfection is only known from the margin of appreciation of repeating and knowing it repeatedly.
-Some demands. -
This is Terminator. A work repeated a million times in a clever process of conceiving a repeated work derived from a known product. It's a search to fill the spaces, improve the environments, fill the characters with dimensionality, empathize with machines, hate machines, and vice versa. To love John Connor and hate John Connor because every work seeks the dawn of emotions.
-Billy, your comics, Comicboon, haven't sold as expected, and the sales haven't reached a good margin. The Hellboy series has attracted some hardcore fans. I've received calls about your incredible masterpieces of the red devil and the great anticipation for the upcoming releases. Although the Nazi theme is overused, strangely enough, the anchoring of the characters seems to resonate. -
>>On the other hand, Terminator has caused a sensation. But nothing out of the ordinary, it has reached a good sales margin, but as you know, your profits are minimal. Your best-selling series hasn't managed to attract new fans, and your new comics haven't increased the sales of the old ones, - Mike concluded.
-I understand, - Billy said.
-I'll call you for the next report, - Mike said.
-Keep drawing, kid. -
He didn't say more. Today, June 20th. It's been almost a month, and the sales haven't been friendly to Lux Animation. It's an expected setback. The sales barely cover the bills for June, but we have 10 more days and the month of July. It's an unknown shot in the dark that could lead to better statistics. He hung up the phone dissatisfied, seeing his father arrive and engaging in an uncomfortable conversation.
-How's the theater play going? - Thomas asked.
-It's going well. It's a representation of the unforgettable Peter Pan, - Billy replied.
-What's your role? - Father asked.
-Not important, just some pirates as part of Captain Hook's crew, - Billy said.
Peter Pan, in the United States, has been an inspiration since its first stage performances in Hollywood. It has been part of several commercial successes. Its box office appeal lies in its historical context, which can even attract large audiences due to its design and popular moral.
So far, it has been adapted twice. In my studio, I watched the first film adaptation in 1924 and 1953. The second one became a worldwide animation classic produced by Disney, which is still remembered in the 90s and continues to generate some commercial profits for Disney through merchandise sales.
-Well, you've come a long way. I've noticed some improvements in your performance in front of the mirror. Just keep working hard, - Thomas said.
-I know, but it's not enough. I've spent five long years rehearsing the acting scenes I have at home, studying famous acting methods. -Billy said
-Wow, you even have time to study famous acting methods. What do you call what you're doing – Thomas said.
- It's the theory of physical theater, developed by Jacques Lecoq in the 1950s, but it emerged earlier, although it wasn't fully established, and some theater members used it based on experience and practical teaching. -
>>Right now, I have some ideas related to the 'dynamics of movement.' I explore different postures and dynamics of movement, such as speed, resistance, tension, and relaxation, all tied to my naturalness. I like portraying a pirate, so I must adjust my usual movement patterns to how a pirate would do them. But I adjust these movements in a specific scene. – said, Billy.
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-Wow! - exclaimed Thomas.
-Where did you learn all that? - he asked.
-In acting classes and at the county library. One of the advantages of living in California is that artistic updates are better archived than one would expect. Perhaps going to a university library with an art program would help me find some overlooked books, -said Billy.
-Is it necessary for you to do all this, Billy? - Thomas asked.
-I have no idea, but I do want to appear in some movies. I have no connections, and starting from scratch to land a role in a TV series or film requires meeting the expectations of producers or directors who either have a limited budget or are seeking hidden gems to bring their work to life, -said Billy.
-Hmm... I thought you would use the comics to promote yourself as an actor. Of course! That's why your comics are signed by the name Bill C. And that's why you don't care about the popularity of your drawings, - Thomas remarked.
-Father, comics serve other purposes. They allow me to express my artistic sensibilities and earn some money. How much money have we made in the past five months? - Billy debated.
-Quite a bit, more than I have earned in my 12 years as a lawyer, - Thomas said. - It still doesn't make sense to me, son. I respect your choices, but pursuing the challenging path of an actor while keeping it secretive is contradictory. -
-Well, not so much. The exploitation we are providing through the comics will be used to generate new business opportunities. I would like to venture into animation, study art at a good university or academy, and open investment channels in the real estate sector. -
-The real estate sectors. - Thomas said.
-Yes, the real estate sector. I've been thinking about it. Here in North San Jose, I want to buy a good plot of land and construct a spacious building that doesn't exceed five floors. We can diversify our businesses. It's also good to expand across California, New York, and Miami, - Billy said.
-Hold on, Billy. Buying in New York? Are you crazy? The prices are highly inflated, - Thomas said.
-That's true but think about it. Big cities always experience greater development. Besides, as one of the top tourist destinations, it's interesting to grab a piece of places that have a good future balance. In the worst-case scenario, we can rent or sell, - said Billy.
-Change your career, study business. Someone with your vision would undoubtedly make a lot of money with some extra knowledge of the business world. Success is guaranteed, - Thomas suggested.
>>Four days ago, you proposed the idea of starting a burger business that specializes in artisanal burgers. Initially, I disagreed because of fast-food chains like McDonald's, Wendy's, White Castle, Jack in the Box, and Burger King. These are giant burger chains competing on every corner in every state. How can you compete with heavy machinery... -
>>Your sensible response about using artisanal products to achieve a delicate and succulent flavor above the hamburger vending machines that dominate fast food today. A proposal for a delightful restaurant dedicated solely to gourmet style. burgers –
>>And with the new market trends of vegetarian and vegan individuals that have been overlooked, it's interesting to incorporate vegetarian options on the menu. I recently read an article about the Indian population, a large segment of which doesn't consume meat, and the profit margins that restaurants lose by not catering to this population segment.
>>I don't want to argue with you. You know that I ended up studying law in college due to the pressure from my parents instead of pursuing a career as a social sciences teacher. I understand how it feels when others don't allow you to make your own decisions. But it's evident that you have business acumen, and I feel like you're wasting your abilities that could lead you to a good life," Thomas concluded.
-I have a talent for art, Dad. Although I should indeed study something related to business administration or entrepreneurship. It never hurts to have some knowledge about money management and running a company, - Billy said.
In his previous life, he had no job prospects. Art consumed his body and soul, and he squandered the great offers that came his way due to a lack of planning and stubbornness.
-I understand and I will dedicate some time to it, but I would like to have more time to dedicate myself to the comic industry and acting," Billy said, taking a breath.
>>I heard about the early graduation program, where you can complete high school degrees in two years. It requires intense academic work, but I can strive for an excellent scholarship. I mean, I'm a young entrepreneur, and I know well what my interests are,- Billy said.
-Ohhhhh, you plan to finish high school at 16 years old, Billy. It's quite challenging. College life is different, and I wouldn't agree to let you rush so much in life. People need to go through processes, and that includes going to high school and living your life as a student, - his father said.
-I understand, Dad. Let me finish. I want to attend an animation academy (CalArts), the California Institute of the Arts. I'm sure that in four years, I can obtain a bachelor's degree in animation. I promise to dedicate myself to the study of animation and make it work, - Billy said.
The animation fine arts program can serve as one of my primary outlets. I can also dedicate myself to photography or painting studies in parallel. They are closely related and will help me bring my comics to life in my animation studio, Lux Animation. Once I finish that, I can easily study introductory courses at the university, such as social sciences and mathematics. And in four years, when I complete my bachelor's degree in animation, I'll be free to study business administration," Billy explained.
-I don't like the idea of you rushing so much, especially since this institute is a smaller representation of a university focused on art. As far as I know, it's also quite expensive, and a scholarship is something only great geniuses would obtain. I don't doubt you, but take it step by step. You have your whole life ahead of you, - Thomas said.
-So, you're saying that I don't have a talent for drawing? How ridiculous. Let's just end this conversation here. You're not much different from your parents. Nothing is ever enough for you, - Billy said, slamming the door.
-Billy, we're not finished! -Thomas shouted after him.
disclaimer: This is a science fiction series and everything described here is not real.