Okay, so this is dated. Thanks to a tip-off from an e-mail, I decided that frankly, this thing is OLD! Gotta update. First off, by now, I am 21 years old. Born February 26, 1979 (there, I never have to change my age on this page again!). My name is still Boyd Petrie (I'm wondering: should I change it if I get to Hollywood... comments should be e-mailed to me). I'm no longer going to the University of Utah, due to financial limitations. I'm working two jobs: one at the collection office for a nationwide chain of stores, and the other at a local gym known as "The Firm" (though it has gone through name-changes). Free membership to the gym is a good aspect, though with two jobs, I don't have time to work out. How sad is that?
My film plans have been derailed. Obviously, since I've dropped from college. Due to my grades (don't even ask), I'm thinking of applying to another school and attempt to get in without giving them knowledge of my previous college education--if you can even call it that. I did learn some nice psychology elements that should come in handy while writing characters. And yes, film class even taught me some stuff (basically, it taught me, film school will never get me into Hollywood--so who exactly do I have to fuck to get in???)
Personal life... personal life... well, I was born in Rockford, Illinois (the 's' is silent in Illinois--you wouldn't believe how many people actually say it). I moved to Salt Lake City by force, though I was only one month old and had no choice. However, I believe that Utah is the best state I have seen (note: I'm referring to the state and not the people in it). I have lived here all my life, and as most people may have already guessed, I was Mormon. Was, mind you. My family is a normal sized family: 2 sisters, 1 brother, and 2 parents (and despite what misconceptions many people still have, polygamy is not practiced, and hasn't been practiced by Mormons for over a hundred years). Why, you ask, would I leave my religion? Something to do with general disagreement in an important aspect of my life: yep, I'm gay. Big surprise, right? Aren't all critics that way (no offense to Ebert and his wife)? Frankly, the church can just go away. Why do they have to start messing with my life? I don't mess with them. Stop interfering!!! *ahem* Sorry, got carried away. I just want to be happy and live my life to the fullest. So I go to hell in the process, big deal. At least I'll be amongst friends.
My junior high years were hell, but surprisingly fun. I had the fortune of being taught by great teachers, including a wonderful and very funny music teacher. My high school life was better, as I was more active in school activities. I was heavily interested in drama and theater, and tried to balance a tight schedule. Unfortunately, due to my love for music, my drama work was below what I had in mind. My music class happened to be the same period the advanced drama class was. I was forced into beginning drama, where I stayed for three years. As a result, I have become less interested in acting, and more interested in directing. My drama teacher was very energetic and nice. She appreciated everyone's individuality. She taught for two years while I attended, and then was replaced by one of her former students. He was an incredible director, although not as good of a teacher. His favorite films are Seven and The Fisher King. He inspired me to become a director because he had so much fun doing it. He has also won many awards for his direction.
Wow... I said I'd never take a drink of alcohol in my life. How wrong was I? Okay, so I did start drinking. Hard, for a while. But, as a good little legal person, I waited until I was 21 (the day I turned 21, I got wasted). A few months of clubbing and drinking finally made me realize that I wasn't exactly having a good time. So I stopped both. Yes, no drugs or smoking (drugs, bad; smoking, semi-bad; alcohol, whatever). I'm no longer that crappy moralistic person everyone secretly loathed but had to like because they were so "good and sweet." I accept everyone for who they are, and what problems they have. I just don't care for weak individuals who rely on mind-altering substances to have a good time. It has nothing to do with religion... I just think it's not my thing. Maybe it's that I'm working at a gym... maybe that has something to do with it. Whoa, kinda got off the subject, didn't I?
Anyway, I haven't reviewed in a while. Think I'll start up again with "Unbreakable." Great film. Gotta review that one. And to everyone, have a great life. It's far too short to stress over finances (or anything else for that matter). Number one priority: have fun. And hopefully, my website will entertain you (either laugh with me, or at me, but please... laugh!). See ya!
By the way, if anyone has ICQ or AOL's Instant Messenger, I can be contacted at ICQ with the number 1863684. At Instant Messenger, use the alias FargoUT. Thanks, and see you online! Also, worthy of note, I am not the only person that uses this computer. Some of my family members do use this computer (begrudgingly, I let them).