Ask Judith: Submission #16

Submission Number: 16
Submission ID: 100
Submission UUID: 8b9d277a-4db9-41bb-a530-af398d9bebed
Submission URI: /web/ask-judith

Created: Tue, 06/21/2022 - 03:43 PM
Completed: Tue, 06/21/2022 - 03:43 PM
Changed: Tue, 12/26/2023 - 12:58 PM

Remote IP address: 104.173.215.187
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Webform: Ask Judith
Submitted to: Ask Judith
Name: Paul Tamasy
Email (optional): ptfourthwall@aol.com
Question:
Hey Judith, Paul Tamasy here. You and I used to teach children at UCLA's Bruin Kids together. Congrats on all of your success. I went on to write movies, including one that earned some Oscars and I'm now directing my first feature in August in Thailand. The script was originally written by Dennis Lehane. I was hired to rewrite it. I'm presently reading your book. Can I arrange a consultation with you before I depart? I tried going through your Contact page but it was only allowing me to use my son's email address.

Reply:
Dear Paul -- I'm so sorry that I didn't see this post from you until today! The best way to contact me about a consultation is via email at john@judithweston.com. In the meanwhile, I'm sending you an email to the address you included. And -- I'm so thrilled to hear of your successes! I send you big hugs and very best wishes, Judith

Approved: Yes

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  • "Everything you taught me was more than useful. I am deeply grateful."

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