Andrea Turrentine

I am an American amateur Screenwriter. I'm about the creative life. 

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Did Kunal Nayyar Break Character During His 'Whispering' Scenes On The Big Bang Theory?

Before Kunal Nayyar fell into everyone's lives as their favorite quirky immigrant on the Big Bang Theory, he was quite the sensible young actor from India.But then, Kunal moved from India to Portland, Oregon. He studied business. However, the actor always wanted to be an actor. So chose to major in business to have something to fall back. Naturally, this is an intelligent thing to do as acting careers can be turbulent for newcomers. After earning his degree in business, Kunal went to Philadelph
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How A HGTV Producer Cast Erin And Ben Napier For Home Town

Some people have 'it.' Since the days of the iconic TV show, The Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous was on the air, homes and homemaking have been a large part of the entertainment industry. In recent years we have seen shows like the Property Brothers MTV Cribs Martha Stewart capture the hearts of millions of viewers. Likewise, people are in love with Erin and Ben Napier. The happy couple met in 2004 at Jones County Junior College in Mississippi. Ben was a church minister and very involved in c
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Jessica Seinfeld's Ex Said He Was 'Manipulated' Into His Divorce Because Of Jerry

Many know Jerry Seinfeld started his relationship with his wife, Jessica, in 1998. However, many people don't know that when their relationship began, Jessica was fresh from her honeymoon to a Broadway producer, Eric Nederlander. With the proximity of the Depp vs. Heard trial, hearing about celebrities blatantly cheating on their spouses is not surprising. Has the court of public opinion changed very much since the late 1990s? When examining the case between Jessica Skalar and Eric Nederlander,
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Shooting Scenes With Danny DeVito In Season 2 Of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Was A Nightmare For The Production Team

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia would not be the same without Danny DeVito. His presence on the TV series contributed heavily to the show's popularity. Executives did not have very high hopes for the show initially. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia became the longest-running live-action sitcom in TV series in history. That is quite an accomplishment. However, they decided to give the show a chance to grow its audience. The show hit the airwaves in 2005. FX was a network known for its spicy a
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What Happened Between Dave Bautista And Chris Hemsworth?

Professional wrestling has given Hollywood some of the most beloved stars. Some of the biggest stars include Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, John Cena, and Dave Bautista. Dave Bautista had a decades-long career in the WWE. Then, after a public exit from the WWE, Dave Bautista made his move to the big screen. In 2013, Bautista appeared opposite Vin Diesel in Riddick. Since then, Bautista has reached superstar status. He's stared in Dune as the brutal leader of House Harkonnen, fighting intelligent z
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How Jennifer Aniston Really Feels About Jennifer Lopez's 'Red Carpet Swagger'

Jennifer Aniston proves just how relatable she is once more. In an August 2021 interview with InStyle, Hollywood A-list actress, Jennifer Aniston gushes over mega-pop star/actress Jennifer Lopez. She is equally floored by Jennifer Lopez slaying everyone each time she steps onto the red carpet. Aniston moved to Los Angeles from New York in 1989. She is no stranger to the red carpet. She explains her approach to tackling the longstanding Hollywood tradition. Although Aniston receives advice fro
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Brendan Fraser Had To Play Off Himself In Looney Tunes During Scenes With The Cartoon Characters

Brendan Fraser wowed audiences with such roles as Encino Man in 1992 and School Ties in1995. Then, audiences swooned over Fraser in The Mummy trilogy. The blockbuster film, Journey to the Center of the Earth, was a breakout family hit. Furthermore, the actor is just so likable. When people did not see more of Brendan Fraser during the late 2000s and 2010s, it caused a discussion. Fortunately, plenty of people are still gushing over the actor's good looks, body of work, and all-around shining pe
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The Trick 'Thor: Love And Thunder' Used To Make Natalie Portman Appear Bigger Next To Chris Hemsworth

Marvel's Norse Thunder God Superhero, Thor had his fourth solo film Thor: Love and Thunder. This story shows the brawny blond hero like audiences has never seen him.Thor has a relatable existential crisis. Without spoiling the plot, familiar faces return like the Guardians of the Galaxy featuring Vin Diesel as Groot, Bradley Cooper as Rocket, and Taika Watiti voicing the hilarious Korg. Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman also reprises her role as Thor's love interest, Dr. Jane Foster. Tessa
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Idris Elba Wanted To Play Michael Jordan But Got Snubbed By The NBA Legend

Idris Elba is a UK actor that has played a lot of roles. The actor is quite humble as he recounts some of his early career choices. The actor is not ashamed to admit that one of his first roles depicted a murderer on the TV show Crimewatch. Elba explained some actors are embarrassed by their more humble beginnings. Idris Elba is not, however. He viewed the modest role as the "first rung on a ladder." Idris Elba shot to popularity through his character Stringer Bell in ely popular crime TV show
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How Stephen Baldwin Got His Net Worth To Negative $2 Million

The Smiths are relative latecomers in the list of Hollywood family dynasties. The Coppolas. Denzel and David Washington. The Warner Brothers. The Barrymores. The Wayans. The Curtis/Leigh clan. The Gyllenhaals. The Hustons. The list goes on and on. One of the more notable families in recent popular culture has been the Baldwins. Every family has its troubles. Celebrity families are not exempt from problems. The Baldwin Brothers have built a massive acting career cumulatively. Alec, Stephen, Dani
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Did Millie Bobby Brown Drop Out Of School Or Was She Homeschooled?

Stranger Things creators alerted the world that season five is officially in the works on Twitter. The tweet was met with some mixed responses initially. However, most individuals responded that they could not wait for the next season of Stranger Things. While there is speculation and predictions regarding the fate of the rest of the beloved characters, the cast is actually looking toward their own futures. The world has watched the cast grow from adorable children into young adults. The buzz
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The Real Way Joaquin Phoenix Lost 50-Pounds For His Role As The Joker

It is no secret that Joaquin Phoenix allows his roles to absorb him. Actors choosing to change their bodies for parts might seem unusual. However, Joaquin Phoenix is in the excellent company of actors that decided to undergo surprising body transformations for the sake of their projects. Charlize Theron as Aileen Wuornos was nearly unrecognizable in Monster. She won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 2004. Benedict Cumberbatch desired to appear wasted away as the unlikely hero Greville Wynne
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How To Plan Writing A Story As A Non-Planner

When it comes to how to plan writing a story, there are many paths we can follow. But for some of us, those doors may seem unappealing altogether. Many writers don’t like to plan. They make things up as they go, see where the story takes them. They’re often referred to in the writing world as pantsers. The guest post I’m presenting to you today is written by writer Andrea Turrentine, who used to be an avid pantser. She has since, however, changed her mind to a certain extent. And below, she’ll
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2 Key Factors in Successfully Outlining Stories | Live Write Thrive

If you intend to write a novel, I can tell you most publishers may ask you for an outline and a few chapters. Outlining may be unavoidable, especially for new writers. It is also pointless to debate the efficacy of outlining because no doubt most of the best pros do it. Atwood. Rowling. Martin. Patterson. Gaiman. Sorkin. Rhimes (She doesn’t need to now but teaches her students how she did so when she started out). If it works, it works. That’s right. I’m taking a hard stance. What we are go
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James Franco Fired His Manager After He Took 'Extra Funds' From His Film Profits

Everyone knows that Hollywood business can be messy. The trial of Harvey Weinstein is still fresh in the mind of popular culture inspiring documentaries and films.Hollywood A-list actor Johnny Depp and his ex-wife actress Amber Heard underwent a highly publicized legal battle pertaining to abuse allegations. The trial sent the into a hurricane of debate surrounding who was it right to support, the behavior of Warner Brothers studios, and maybe a setback for believing all women. One person that
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Jeff Bezos Was Left Speechless After David Blaine's Card Tricks

David Blaine is a 49-year-old illusionist. He is well-known for his street magic. The performer was born in Brooklyn, New York. David Blaine has been blowing minds since the late 1990s. Blaine has racked up credits as a writer and producer for many of his productions. Howard Stern declared he was the "greatest showman who ever lived." The famous Penn Jillette of the magician duo Pen and Teller said that David Blaine performed the best street magic he's ever seen. David Blaine has performed all
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This SNL Cast Is Called The Worst Of All The Seasons

Apparently, the worst season of Saturday Night Live was Season 11, according to popular opinion on Ranker. This season aired from November 9, 1985, to May 24, 1986. We'll take a look back on why it is considered among the very worst, and what contributed to its rating behind the scenes and on-screen. Chevy Chase hosted the second episode of the eleventh season of SNL. Chevy Chase being difficult to work is by his former costars is one reason that is commonly attributed to the season being the
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Who Was Tramell Tillman Before Severance?

The actor's new-found fame surprises even him. Tramell Tillman explains to Hollywood Reporter the surreal moment he went to comic-con and realized he was famous. Tramell explains how it felt to have a show release in January and be a relatively unknown actor to being on the screens in millions of homes. Tramell performed in Dietland, Godfather of Harlem, and a Broadway play The Great Society. When Tramell was presented with the opportunity to perform in Severance, he found himself very intrigue
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How Queen Elizabeth Really Felt About Prince Harry's Oprah Interview

Queen Elizabeth II wore many hats. She will always be known for her iconic style and controversial choices as a monarch. She was not only the longest ruling monarch of the United Kingdom but a very proud grandmother. Like any other family, the British royal family has rifts and disagreements. The controversy communicated in Prince Harry's famous interview with Oprah left the Queen with complex feelings. After the interview on March 7, 2021, Buckingham Palace issued a formal reply on behalf of