David Hal Chester
@davidhalchester.bsky.social
L.A. screenwriter (10 produced female-driven feature dramas + counting 📽️ ) based in Tokyo. Here for arts, culture, screenwriting & occasional rants. I support BLM, POC, LGBTQ. Love, not hate. #screenwriting #screenplays #screenwriters
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Building A Community
One of my dear colleagues, Jon Meyers, an incredibly talented writer, teacher, and loving spirit, passed away suddenly a little over a week ago. It was a harsh reminder that one should never take anyt...
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November 6, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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I wanted to connect with other writers, and then this happened :)
November 6, 2025 at 12:14 AM
I wanted to connect with other writers, and then this happened :)
To people who want to interact with me: Thank you for your interest, but please do not send random questions to my Chatbox that make you sound like a bot. That's the fastest way for me to block you.
November 6, 2025 at 12:12 AM
To people who want to interact with me: Thank you for your interest, but please do not send random questions to my Chatbox that make you sound like a bot. That's the fastest way for me to block you.
While certain people continue to post hateful comments and images, including those from the highest offices in the US, this is my world...
My beautiful boy Dandy, illuminated by sunshine and prism rainbows.
I'm happy in a world like this. I don't need hatred and finger-pointing.
My beautiful boy Dandy, illuminated by sunshine and prism rainbows.
I'm happy in a world like this. I don't need hatred and finger-pointing.
October 19, 2025 at 11:10 PM
While certain people continue to post hateful comments and images, including those from the highest offices in the US, this is my world...
My beautiful boy Dandy, illuminated by sunshine and prism rainbows.
I'm happy in a world like this. I don't need hatred and finger-pointing.
My beautiful boy Dandy, illuminated by sunshine and prism rainbows.
I'm happy in a world like this. I don't need hatred and finger-pointing.
No place is safe anymore from the poison of Drumpf and his sycophants. Why is WaPo pushing its articles on this platform? Why is Blue Sky allowing it?
This was supposed to be the "quiet" alternative. That didn't last long.
Guess I should start my own social media site for creatives.
This was supposed to be the "quiet" alternative. That didn't last long.
Guess I should start my own social media site for creatives.
September 30, 2025 at 1:16 PM
No place is safe anymore from the poison of Drumpf and his sycophants. Why is WaPo pushing its articles on this platform? Why is Blue Sky allowing it?
This was supposed to be the "quiet" alternative. That didn't last long.
Guess I should start my own social media site for creatives.
This was supposed to be the "quiet" alternative. That didn't last long.
Guess I should start my own social media site for creatives.
So, Bluesky, touted as a "quieter" alternative to Twitter, has fully succumbed and now 80% of what I'm seeing is related to the Orange Klown and the hate he has generated. I had hoped to meet some kind, creative people here.
It's too late. I'm not going to wade through the hate anymore.
It's too late. I'm not going to wade through the hate anymore.
September 29, 2025 at 6:59 AM
So, Bluesky, touted as a "quieter" alternative to Twitter, has fully succumbed and now 80% of what I'm seeing is related to the Orange Klown and the hate he has generated. I had hoped to meet some kind, creative people here.
It's too late. I'm not going to wade through the hate anymore.
It's too late. I'm not going to wade through the hate anymore.
I'm really sad. I came to bluesky, like I initially came to Twitter (I don't care what they call it that anymore) to meet creatives. In the beginning, Twitter was a godsend. Then it descended into political hell. I see Blusesky is leaning toward politics now. So, I guess I'll be here less and less.
September 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
I'm really sad. I came to bluesky, like I initially came to Twitter (I don't care what they call it that anymore) to meet creatives. In the beginning, Twitter was a godsend. Then it descended into political hell. I see Blusesky is leaning toward politics now. So, I guess I'll be here less and less.
I came to Bluesky to escape the Klown and the cruelty he has engendered.
But apparently it is impossible. He poisons everything he touches. I'm saddened by the loss of so much. Billionaires flock around him like he's a g-d. He is not.
But apparently it is impossible. He poisons everything he touches. I'm saddened by the loss of so much. Billionaires flock around him like he's a g-d. He is not.
September 18, 2025 at 10:40 AM
I came to Bluesky to escape the Klown and the cruelty he has engendered.
But apparently it is impossible. He poisons everything he touches. I'm saddened by the loss of so much. Billionaires flock around him like he's a g-d. He is not.
But apparently it is impossible. He poisons everything he touches. I'm saddened by the loss of so much. Billionaires flock around him like he's a g-d. He is not.
To those that care: I came to Bluesky to get away from the hysteria regarding Klown and those who worship him. I'm here to connect with creatives. If you are an "investor" or a "political analyst," do not engage with me, as I will certainly not engage with you.
August 30, 2025 at 12:01 AM
To those that care: I came to Bluesky to get away from the hysteria regarding Klown and those who worship him. I'm here to connect with creatives. If you are an "investor" or a "political analyst," do not engage with me, as I will certainly not engage with you.
Bluesky felt like a welcome oasis away from the onslaught of political screaming and yelling. But it has now spilled over into Insta & Threads territory, and there is little to distinguish it from either. :(
August 27, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Bluesky felt like a welcome oasis away from the onslaught of political screaming and yelling. But it has now spilled over into Insta & Threads territory, and there is little to distinguish it from either. :(
Have you cried your big tears today?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
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August 6, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Have you cried your big tears today?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
I am interested to know how much/little writers use ChatGPT to help them in their tasks.
It has become my assistant, researcher, sounding board, editor, proofreader; I won't lie. It's been fantastic. I draw the line with it writing my stories, but asking for advice-- it's been amazing.
It has become my assistant, researcher, sounding board, editor, proofreader; I won't lie. It's been fantastic. I draw the line with it writing my stories, but asking for advice-- it's been amazing.
July 14, 2025 at 1:29 PM
I am interested to know how much/little writers use ChatGPT to help them in their tasks.
It has become my assistant, researcher, sounding board, editor, proofreader; I won't lie. It's been fantastic. I draw the line with it writing my stories, but asking for advice-- it's been amazing.
It has become my assistant, researcher, sounding board, editor, proofreader; I won't lie. It's been fantastic. I draw the line with it writing my stories, but asking for advice-- it's been amazing.
In an earlier post I meant to describe my former life as a "music producer" -- but somehow it became a "must producer" -- hmmm... wonder what that is? :)
July 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In an earlier post I meant to describe my former life as a "music producer" -- but somehow it became a "must producer" -- hmmm... wonder what that is? :)
Found this today. Forgot about it. One of the best scripts I had the pleasure to co-write. This honorable mention spelled the start of a new career for me. Since 2016 I've had 10 produced features . Kimberly is now an in-demand VO actor. She also commissioned me to write my first YA novel.
July 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Found this today. Forgot about it. One of the best scripts I had the pleasure to co-write. This honorable mention spelled the start of a new career for me. Since 2016 I've had 10 produced features . Kimberly is now an in-demand VO actor. She also commissioned me to write my first YA novel.
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I wrote this song after the show "Call My Agent" ended. It was 4 seasons of bliss, and it hurt to say goodbye.
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
GOODBYE MY BEST FRIEND (LYRIC VIDEO)
YouTube video by David Hal Chester
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June 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
I wrote this song after the show "Call My Agent" ended. It was 4 seasons of bliss, and it hurt to say goodbye.
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
I came to BlueSky to interact with fellow creatives. I guess I'm not understanding this app, because I don't seem to be connecting w/anyone. So, I'll just post my thoughts for now.
In addition to being a screenwriter, I'm a songwriter and music producer. When I say "must producer,"
In addition to being a screenwriter, I'm a songwriter and music producer. When I say "must producer,"
July 8, 2025 at 1:18 AM
I came to BlueSky to interact with fellow creatives. I guess I'm not understanding this app, because I don't seem to be connecting w/anyone. So, I'll just post my thoughts for now.
In addition to being a screenwriter, I'm a songwriter and music producer. When I say "must producer,"
In addition to being a screenwriter, I'm a songwriter and music producer. When I say "must producer,"
I wrote this song after the show "Call My Agent" ended. It was 4 seasons of bliss, and it hurt to say goodbye.
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
GOODBYE MY BEST FRIEND (LYRIC VIDEO)
YouTube video by David Hal Chester
youtu.be
June 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM
I wrote this song after the show "Call My Agent" ended. It was 4 seasons of bliss, and it hurt to say goodbye.
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
It still does.
If you have a few minutes, please watch, like, and comment. Thank you! :)
youtu.be/HeuJFASlcnk?...
One of the few Japanese songs that I wrote English lyrics for that I really loved. Stumbled upon it on YouTube. Vocals by Catherine Baker. Group was called "ASAP" Good memories.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=As7m...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=As7m...
SOMEWHERE BEYOND MY DREAMS (夢より遠くへ)
YouTube video by Release - Topic
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June 21, 2025 at 1:33 AM
One of the few Japanese songs that I wrote English lyrics for that I really loved. Stumbled upon it on YouTube. Vocals by Catherine Baker. Group was called "ASAP" Good memories.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=As7m...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=As7m...
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Keep The Pen Moving
If you are a writer or a creative, a word people like to use, you most likely have a strong desire to write or create. But you might ask yourself, "What's the point? I don't live in a metropolis with ...
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May 12, 2025 at 1:04 AM
New blog post up!
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Did you CRY YOUR BIG TEARS today?
This is a periodic post to remind you of the song I'm most proud of, with one of my favorite vocalists, and the video I created to bring it to life. I wrote the music and lyrics.
If you are so inclined, please like and share.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
This is a periodic post to remind you of the song I'm most proud of, with one of my favorite vocalists, and the video I created to bring it to life. I wrote the music and lyrics.
If you are so inclined, please like and share.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
www.youtube.com
April 28, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Did you CRY YOUR BIG TEARS today?
This is a periodic post to remind you of the song I'm most proud of, with one of my favorite vocalists, and the video I created to bring it to life. I wrote the music and lyrics.
If you are so inclined, please like and share.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
This is a periodic post to remind you of the song I'm most proud of, with one of my favorite vocalists, and the video I created to bring it to life. I wrote the music and lyrics.
If you are so inclined, please like and share.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMgd...
Spring day joy with Dandy.
April 18, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Spring day joy with Dandy.
Have you cried your big tears today?
youtu.be/yMgdCMx0SbI?...
youtu.be/yMgdCMx0SbI?...
February 22, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Have you cried your big tears today?
youtu.be/yMgdCMx0SbI?...
youtu.be/yMgdCMx0SbI?...
New blog post up!
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What Now?
Speaking for myself, I feel every aspect of my life and world has changed, and most of it not for the better. The world I grew up in and the world I now live in are galaxies apart. Every day I try har...
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February 3, 2025 at 11:55 PM
New blog post up!
www.davidhalchester.com/post/what-now
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Dear Blue Sky Peeps:
I came here specifically to engage with creatives. I did not come here to continue the hate wars I saw on Twitter, Threads and sometimes Insta.
So, if you are here to engage in political bursts of anger, please, don't follow me; I will not follow back.
I came here specifically to engage with creatives. I did not come here to continue the hate wars I saw on Twitter, Threads and sometimes Insta.
So, if you are here to engage in political bursts of anger, please, don't follow me; I will not follow back.
December 30, 2024 at 1:53 AM
Dear Blue Sky Peeps:
I came here specifically to engage with creatives. I did not come here to continue the hate wars I saw on Twitter, Threads and sometimes Insta.
So, if you are here to engage in political bursts of anger, please, don't follow me; I will not follow back.
I came here specifically to engage with creatives. I did not come here to continue the hate wars I saw on Twitter, Threads and sometimes Insta.
So, if you are here to engage in political bursts of anger, please, don't follow me; I will not follow back.