MST3K 4ever

The Extraordinary Expedition; Exploring the Eldritch. An INT CHK

You got my attention. I'm interested.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

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I stand up and say, "I wouldn't go that far Wallace." He just kind of raises an eyebrow at me and say, "What I don't think you want me using your proper title here now do you? What should I call you?"

He nods and says, "Go on for now. Let me hear your story."

I reply, "Well then see as you know..." I look at the young man and say, "you of course may not know that much about me but you're about to learn. Anyway I grew up as part of the privileged class and thought nothing of how my life was going, but then I got a job at the Information Command Center. I was told to make certain highlights fit a certain narrative form. That of being the right of the privileged to reign over the lessers, and I then began to question certain aspects of my job as a propaganda officer. There is so much that I was blind to for so long, and I regret every moment of it. Last night at the party I was hoping to either be kidnapped or killed to escape from there."

I close my eyes and let an exhale out. I open them back up and look at Wallace and say, "The things that I have seen the lies I've had to tell. It's not worth it to see others oppressed and broken. I can't do it any more I want to help. I realize that this will put me into direct conflict with my family and endanger my life, but I am prepared to do that to make a difference for the next generation. Please let me help I can be a valued resource. I have access to information that no one else does I want to help."

Martin studies me for a moment and then just says, "Okay."

I look at him and ask, "Okay what?"

He replies, "Okay. I believe you..." he smirks and says, "Ellen and the name is Martin. I'm somewhat of an expert when it comes to interrogations and reading people. I believe you're sincere. However you have a lot of people to convince besides me. It's going to take a lot more than just a good story to convince the leaders of the revolution that you are sincere. Meet me at my office at 2 pm tomorrow we'll talk."

I nod and say, "Fair enough. Now if you don't mind can one of you help me out of here."

Martin looks at me and says, "One of the things you'll learn in our operation is how to help yourself." He looks at Charles and says, "Good night." He looks back at me and smirks as he walks away.

I roll my eyes and it takes a try or two but I manage to finally get out of the dumpster. I say to Charles, "I'll be sure to stop by the library sometime, I forgot how wonderful it feels to hold a book in my hands and to turn the pages. I actually envy you on many levels concerning your job."

I look around and see that most of the action is dying out and say, "I think it's safe for us to go now." I go over to a manhole cover and remove it. I look to Charles and say, "Would you mind covering this up when I leave? Thank you and hope we get to talk a bit more in depth sometime."

With that I am gone. Now though being in the sewers is a bit of a challenge, but one of the advantages of my device from the office is a GPS. Within minutes I have a route back to my office planned out. If anyone asks I'll just tell them I was covering the story of the raid and that should do it.

I get back into my office and the video i took this evening I put a copy on a separate drive, and erase the one off of my device. After three showers I think I finally got the stench of the dumpster off of me. As I sit in my darkened office I try to think of something I can do to convince the revolution I am on their side, and then it hits me.

I smile and begin going through some of the files and nod as I find what I am looking for,

The Shift (Retry)

Nope nothing is changed...looking forward to getting this one back up.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

My next post will be focused on Ellen...I'll have it up tomorrow. '

In case I didn't mention it...nice to see you back writing again...hope you are doing better.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

A change of subject is not a bad thing at all.

Tale of Two cities is actually one of my favorite stories. I read it in High school too...many MANY years ago!

The Shift (Retry)

I'd love to give this one a go again. Basically using my same character if that's possible.

In case you forgot him...here it is.

Name: Alex Knight

Age: 18

Gender: Male

Appearance:

Alex

Personality/Background: Alex is very much a fun loving easy going 18 year old. He likes making wise cracks, and is very intelligent but doesn't flaunt it too often. Alex is a photographer for the yearbook staff. Alex is very loyal to his friends and thinks very highly of them because they accept him for who he is without any judgments. Alex is very trusting of his friends and that is only because they've known one another for years. Anyone else Alex has to really get to know them and that takes a while to happen before he lets his guard down in front of them. Alex is a huge Sci-Fi /Comic Book fan, loves the music of Bruce Springsteen, enjoys mystery novels, and he is also a workout junkie. Alex wants to be a photojournalist and has begun the enrollment process to attend Ohio St.

Alex was born and raised in the city and his family is very well known. His father Dan is the homicide Captain and when Commissioner Wilkins retires next year is a mortal lock to be named Commissioner. Nancy, his mom, is the principal of the Junior High School and is considering a run at superintendent when Alex graduates. Alex has two older siblings Bill graduated two years ago and is the starting Tight End for UCLA on a full scholarship, and his sister Janet graduated last year as the class valedictorian and is attending The University of Texas majoring in Pre-Law. Alex's friends see him for who he is and not his family hence the reason he is so guarded, because there have been people who tried to get to know him just because of his family. Though there are times his parents roll their eyes and shake their heads at Alex when he starts "geeking out" over a comic book or a Springsteen song they love him, because he generally stays out of trouble (they know he's not perfect though) and he does more things right than wrong.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

Hope that you have a better day tomorrow. I understand....post when you feel up to it.

Peace.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

Sounds good.

Restraint (MST3K 4ever & Starling)

Go for Nym....mainly because she's been kinda quiet as it were.

Hollywood Road: Slice of Life/Dramedy

It was about 7:30 am as Jon was awakened by a phone call from his agent Harv. Jon didn't even need to look at the ID as he picked up the phone and said, "Yes Harv I was stone cold sober when I jumped in the pool last night. From what I understand it was the highlight of the party too."

Harv asked, "Just what were you thinking when you did it?"

Jon replied, "That the smell of chlorine and other pool chemicals was sadly lacking in my tux It was bit on the cold side but very refreshing otherwise." Jon chuckled at that and so did Harv who said, "Well Jon I hate to throw more cold water on you, but I got the contract from Warners last night concerning 'Bound By Blood' it's not good Jon."

Jon sat up in bed and said, "Explain not good to me Harv."

Harv replied with a deep breath, "Jon they have so many clauses and loop holes in it that they can pull the plug at any second on the whole project. I've looked it over with my legal team and we say this contract is a death warrant to this project. They still get 'Aquaman' and you get a project that can be shut down at a second's notice for just about any reason. I've moved Heaven & Earth for this deal Jon and I hate it."

Jon shook his head and said, "They're trying to sabotage this thing anyway they can."

Harv replied, "Sabotage? Jon they're trying to avoid this thing ever seeing the light of day. In my opinion this leads back to Wes. I showed everyone involved in terms of cast, writers, directors and they love him. Hopkins texted me three words; 'That's my son!" Mirren called me and said, 'Let's film it now.' The studio didn't like the fact that you held your ground on this and pretty much showed them up with 'Aquaman'. However we are not out of options."

Jon said, "Harv burning Warners to the ground is not an option. As tempting as it is."

Harv chuckled and replied, "Let's keep that option on the table. No I contacted all the key principals in the cast and crew and they are on board with a six week delay. While Universal gets everything up and going."

Jon said, "Universal? Six weeks? Harv it's going to take at least three months to get it all together if not longer."

Harv replied, "Not really. They have a lot of equipment and sets that can be retrofited our crew has already made that clear. Universal is willing to give us 50 million more in the budget, with the budget increasing by 25 million more for the next two. They are committed to this franchise, and for you they want 4 more pictures from you alone. Not to mention they want you to develop and shepherd their next franchise. They know sooner or later 'The Fast & The Furious' & 'Bourne' franchises will start to fade out, and they want the next one ready to go."

Jon asked, "What franchise?"

Harv replied, "Flash Gordon. They want you to be the Godfather of this franchise. They saw what you did with 'Aquaman' and they loved it."

Jon shook his head and asked, "Have you seen the contract?"

Harv replied, "Seen it? I'm holding it in my hands, and when we're done talking I may hang it on my wall and sacrifice a virgin to it. This contract Jon is what every agent and manger dreams of. Since Wes is not officially he doesn't have input technically. However knowing what you went through to make this happen with him; I'm gonna leave that call with you."

Jon said, "All-right tell Warners they lost this franchise and call Universal tell 'em they won. Let me get dressed and I'll get in touch with Wes's agent."

Jon hung up the phone and called Wes's agent and told him to have him call Jon, and that this was an emergency situation.