Studio Reader Stan has another session with his psychiatrist, Dr. Melrose.
Studio Reader Stan sits across from his psychiatrist, Dr. Melrose.
Studio Reader Stan: ...So not only is this studio exec remaking one of the worst films ever made, he's doing it only a year after he made it the first time. It lacks all common sense. And what’s worse, this dunderhead is a million times more successful than me. It’s hard to deal with.
Dr. Melrose: I see. This is a very troubling development in your life. I think it’s imperative that I speak directly with this studio executive.
Studio Reader Stan: Why?
Dr. Melrose: Without significant interaction with him, maybe several months’ worth, I fear you may fall into the grips of insanity.
Studio Reader Stan: It bothers me, but I’m not about to go crazy.
Dr. Melrose: Are you questioning my diagnosis?
Studio Reader Stan: Yes, that’s exactly what I’m doing. I don’t see how you talking to him, for several months at that, would actually be of help to me.
Dr. Melrose: That’s why you’re on that side of the desk, and I’m on this side.
Studio Reader Stan: That still didn’t explain it for me. And, furthermore, I don’t see why he would want to talk with you at all.
Dr. Melrose: I’ve thought of that and I have a solution, with only your best interests in mind, of course.
Studio Reader Stan: And what would that be?
Dr. Melrose: He needs to cast me in his movie, and then when I’m off screen, I can have deep discussions about your troubled psyche.
Studio Reader Stan: That’s in my best interests?
Dr. Melrose: Absolutely.
Studio Reader Stan: Funny, it feels like you’re trying to use me to weasel yourself an acting gig.
Dr. Melrose: I can’t believe you would question my intentions. You’ve wounded me deeply.
Studio Reader Stan: I’m sorry.
Dr. Melrose: You should be. Now back to business. Is there a director for this remake flick yet?
Studio Reader Stan: Excuse me?
Dr. Melrose: I’ve just finished a new demo reel showcasing my directorial ability. I can send that and my headshot and resume over in the same package. I think he’ll be really impressed with my experimenting with way too much camera movement.
Studio Reader Stan: Is there any way we can just get back to discussing my issues?
Dr. Melrose: I also can do my own stunts. He’ll be impressed by that. I think we need to move on this immediately, so I’m cutting your session short. There’s no time to waste.
Tune in next week for more of Studio Reader Stan's adventures...
Farctured Frazzled Folk Fables and Fairy Farces, Part II satirizes popular children's stories into adult-oriented renditions. FFFF &FF, Part II is also available in Amazon Kindle and Barnes and Noble e-book formats.
