Paranormal Activity: Ricky's explosive debutante, that revolutionized found-footage media, and is one of the most shockingly successful films in the history of Hollywood. Acclaimed by both critics and audiences alike for its unconventional approach to story-telling, it made Ricky...
2024-01-21 18:02:38 +0000 UTC View PostAmerican Gods: Ricky's debut in the world of literature.
Dune: His most prominent and acclaimed novel till date.
Sandman: A comic book, than ran on for 75 issues, with each issue published on a weekly basis until completion. A revolutionary game-changer for the comic-book genre as a w...
2024-01-21 17:53:42 +0000 UTC View Post12th May 1997 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
Thud - Thud - Thud - Thud
The sound of my feet hitting the treadmill rhythmically filled the air, as I continued my daily workout.
An intensive workout for sure, but one that solely consisted of ...
2024-01-16 19:29:01 +0000 UTC View Post8th May 1997 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Are you okay?” I ask, my voice oozing concern for her.
‘Brenda’ looks up at me, her eyes and nose puffy from crying. She covers her mouth as she speaks, “I- he told me to pick up the blo...
11th April 1997 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Okay so, these are the stipulations we’ve agreed on, do you want me to read them again for you?” I ask politely, as Nathan nods heavily.
“Yes, that would be much appreciated… Just for clar...
2024-01-12 18:17:11 +0000 UTC View Post10th April 1997 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“THEY REJECTED?!”
Daddy dearest just nodded somberly, as he eyed a bottle of vodka on a table adjacent to the wine cabinet.
“Okay, first of all, Hell No!” I say as I pick up the bottl...
2024-01-10 08:29:17 +0000 UTC View Post6th April 1997 (Sunday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
The way you looked on a movie poster, and the way you stared at yourself in the mirror felt like staring at 2 entirely different people.
“This looks… splendid.” Dad remarked, as he held the post...
2024-01-08 16:52:12 +0000 UTC View Post7th March 1997 (Friday)
Trenton Campbell (POV)
“Hola Amigos!” I announce loudly, as I barge into the editing lab, only to find Ricky, Daryl and a handful of other people on computers, clicking away.
“I said HOLA AMIGOS!”
…
27th February 1997 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Yeah… yes okay. No, don’t worry, I visited Hank, he’s got a bespoke suit ready for tomorrow. Don’t worry dad, it’ll go without a hitch… yes I know it’ll be significant if I win tomorr...
2024-01-04 17:10:12 +0000 UTC View Post18th February 1997 (Tuesday)
Al Pacino (POV)
“-want to help you Ricky… So let me.”
C’mon buddy, you’ve taken the first step, just walk over to the other side. I know you can do it!
His face blanks out in introspection as I wa...
18th February 1997 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
KNOCK-KNOCK
KNOCK-KNOCK
“Give it a break kid, I’m coming!”
Yeah, ok. Sure Mr. Pacino, I’ll wait for a minute or two. It’s not like I've been knocking since 5 o’clock, stan...
2023-12-29 19:36:23 +0000 UTC View Post18th February 1997 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“I don’t blame you! It’s not about YOU! You mathematical dick! It’s about the boy! He’s a good kid and I won’t see you fuck him up like you’re tryin’ to fuck up me right now. I won’t ...
2023-12-28 20:47:56 +0000 UTC View Post17th January 1997 (Friday)
Daryl Schmidt (POV)
The stagehands were applying the finishing touches to the room under Ricky’s supervision.
All of a sudden he spoke, “No-no wait, the clock on the wall, remove it. It’ll make our job easier....
30th December 1996 (Monday)
Trenton Campbell (POV)
“So in short, you just need to keep your head clear boy. There’s no secret sauce here, to spice up your recipe. Just do you, and believe in yourself. If Ricky boy picked you for the role, that mea...
2023-12-26 17:16:59 +0000 UTC View PostAuthor's note: This chapter has yet to be edited. It'll be made available when I'm done with it... probably in a few hours after I take a nice long nap.
24th December 1996 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“So what you are saying...
2023-12-25 19:31:58 +0000 UTC View Post16th December 1996 (Monday)
Joaquin Druthers (POV)
$261 million.
Oh, that is the total box office gross of Paranormal Activity, domestic and international.
On an alleged budget of a mere $96 thousand.
All the while Crimson Veil barel...
2023-12-24 15:50:32 +0000 UTC View Post26th November 1996 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Mr. Stirling? He’ll meet you now.” Katherine announced.
After muttering a soft thanks, I made my way in expecting him at his desk… only to find him smoking at a window to its left.
19th November 1996 (Tuesday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“So…”
“Hmm?”
“I was scrolling through the channels, when I chanced upon your little stint on ‘Nocturnal Banter’... You had any plans on telling me?” My father ‘asked’....
2023-12-18 22:23:34 +0000 UTC View Post18th November 1996 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
…
“So, to recap… the movie follows Will Hunting, a janitor at MIT, gifted in mathematics but troubled. Discovered by Professor Lambeau, Will undergoes therapy with Dr. Sean Maguire, confr...
18th November 1996 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“You wanted to see me?” Were the first words out of my father’s mouth as I enter his study room at our mansion, piles of documents scattered on his desk.
“Yes, yes I did. Thank you kindly ...
2023-12-14 12:28:50 +0000 UTC View Post4th November 1996 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
…
“So, Yash!” I began out of nowhere, “How’s your kid doing? Last I heard his asthma treatment was ongoing, right?”
“Oh yes! No, he’s better now. Well, as good as he can be. I...
2023-12-13 09:47:06 +0000 UTC View Post1st November 1996 (Friday)
Ambrose Stirling (POV)
“Paranormal Activity is a gripping exploration of the macabre, a tale woven with threads of domesticity unraveling under the weight of the supernatural. Directorial debutante Richmond ‘Ricky’...
2023-12-11 22:14:30 +0000 UTC View Post27th October 1996 (Sunday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“... So what you’re telling me is that a red carpet premiere is unfeasible?”
“Yes, it’s an unnecessary wasteful expense. It will not generate the publicity it normally would, if high prof...
2023-12-10 12:30:10 +0000 UTC View Post18th October 1996 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Aaron, Sophia… it’s been a week. What’s the verdict?” I asked calmly, as my event coordinator and distribution liaison prepared to share their report on how things have been going.
Aa...
30th September 1996 (Monday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Forger, it’s gonna start in an hour, where is everyone?” I asked him, as I offered a cup of coffee.
“They’ll be here soon Ricky, 20 mins max. Is Mr. Stirling on his way?” He asked ba...
2023-12-06 20:08:36 +0000 UTC View Post19th September 1996 (Thursday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
CLICK-CLICK
CLICK-CLICK
CLICK-CLICK
The sound of me clicking the end of a pen filled the room, as I waited patiently for ‘my’ marketing team to return from their lunch.
Th...
2023-12-06 10:17:44 +0000 UTC View Post31st August 1996 (Saturday)
Nathaniel Dixon (POV)
“... Remember the Spaghetti Western Santino made about, what? 20 years ago? Yeah well, it’s one of those outliers probably, but Home Video Sales just experienced an unexpected surge.”
...
22nd July 1996 (Monday)
San Diego Comic-Con
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“Rebecca, tell me you’re done with the mic.” I reveal an exasperated expression as she fumbles the wire connected to the mic.
“Yes-yes! Almost done, ...
2023-11-30 18:09:27 +0000 UTC View Post21st July 1996 (Sunday)
San Diego Comic-Con
Ricky Stirling (POV)
"Ladies and gentlemen, if there's one name that has truly dominated our stage tonight, it's an absolute honor to bring him back once again. Our next winner has not...
2023-11-29 16:36:02 +0000 UTC View Post14th June 1996 (Friday)
Ricky Stirling (POV)
“...Yes, yes, just do as I say. Leak the information that I’m releasing ‘Dune Messiah’ in 2 weeks. Of course, I’m not gonna. No-no, we’ll then leak the first chapter online. It’ll create buzz,...
2023-11-28 20:09:29 +0000 UTC View Post