Inspirational Stories VIV : James Earl Jones & His Voice
By Ellesse
Let me ask you a question : What’s the similarity between Mufasa, the suave and courageous lion in the movie The Lion King and Darth Vader, dark lord of the Sith in longest running Star Wars film series?
The title of this article has probably given it away.
Yes. Both of them were voiced by multiple Emmy & Tony awards winning actor, James Earl Jones with his renowned deep baritone voice. But did you know that before James became famous, he used to suffer from a debilitating stutter that almost ruin his childhood?
Let us trace his footsteps to decades ago and find out how he managed to overcame it in this story. Read more
Inspirational Stories VIII : Steven Spielberg, Directing His Story
By Ellesse
I’ve always loved Steven Spielberg‘s movies. Jaws, Jurassic Park, etc. You name it, most of them I would have watched it. I’m pretty fascinated at the way he created the scenes in his movies and have always wondered what he went through to set himself apart from other directors in his league.
I finally got the answer after reading this story.
It’s his ability to think out of the box and at times, flout the rules.
Who Says You Can’t Get in?
Steven Spielberg strode up to the security at the gate of Universal and gave the guard a casual wave. He was wearing a dark suit and carrying a briefcase. The guard waved back. He was in.
Did it matter? Steven Spielberg’s after all a world famous director and it’s nothing surprising that he’ll be allowed to go into the set. Technically speaking, you’re right. There’s nothing wrong. Read more
