Congratulations from ENVY Ed

Written by Lauren on December 21st, 2009

Congrats from ENVY Ed

From Matt Hoverman, whose participation in ENVY the documentary inspired him to create the magnificent ENVY Ed:

As a playwright, I’ve always been attracted to myth and archetype.  As an actor, I’ve always loved mask work and commedia. And as a 41 year old adolescent, I’m a big fan of comic books.  What these imaginative strains all share is the opportunity to externalize, personify and comically exaggerate a human tendency or character defect.

I know I have many of these little characters in me, and most aren’t pretty.  I picture the envious side of myself as a squat, bilious, unhappy little creature (named ENVY Ed) – who carries in his sallow little heart what John Lithgow once said, “It’s not enough for you to succeed- your best friends must fail.”

That part of me is forever dwelling on the unearned glories of others and his own unlucky misfortunes, and though he can fake a smile at someone else’s success, he’s always got a sharp knife waiting behind his back.  I find that fighting a part of myself like that only makes him grow.  But when I find a way to lovingly laugh at his absurdity, his power over me fades.

Amazing, Matt.  Thank you!

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  1. When I read your words I was reminded of why I’m doing this film. Thanks for being a part of it!