No sooner had I taken down the entry for THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF THE MONOGAMOUS DUCK than the writer emailed me a newer version that he was happier to have out in circulation. Whilst it’s undated, I’ve been informed that it’s April 2009. I can’t wait to read the updated draft.
Neeraj Katyal: Hey, can you do me a favor? Can you either drop my script from your site, or at least provide an updated version? It’s embarrassing that the version you have is floating around the Internet.
Frantic Monkey: It’s not actually available to download, I’m just listing what I have. But I’ll take it off the list.
Neeraj Katyal: Thanks. I just meant I don’t want the shitty version traded in general, I guess. I really appreciate it.
Frantic Monkey: Yeah, no that’s fine. After all, it is your work. If I had a newer version I’d replace it on my list as you said.
Neeraj Katyal: There you go.
Frantic Monkey: WOW. Thank you so much. I didn’t mean to hint for you to give me an updated one, but thank you so much for doing so. Do you have a draft date for it? That way it can be differentiated from the older one you wanted me to take down. Thanks once again. I’m actually kinda in shock.
Neeraj Katyal: Just put April 09. Don’t mention it. Read it, tell me what you think. Or not.
Frantic Monkey: Can I interview you?
Neeraj Katyal: Haha. No. It’s flattering that you ask; don’t get me wrong.
Frantic Monkey: Any reason why?
Neeraj Katyal: Lots of reasons. One, I have some small measure of self-awareness, and the last thing America needs right now is another self-absorbed sociopath who’s had everything handed to them, endlessly complaining about their perfect little fantasy life. It’s unseemly, if not obnoxious. (Especially when teh limits of that person’s talent are visible to even the most casual of observers.) Two, this is a movie we’re talking about… it’s a big deal, but it’s not a big deal. Three, I’d like to believe that the fact that I wrote a screenplay is the least interesting thing about me. Consenting to another interview request would advance the possibility that it’s the *only* interesting thing about me.
Frantic Monkey: That’s hysterical.
Neeraj Katyal: I don’t know if I’d go that far, but thanks. I was trying as hard as I could.