#SCRIPTCHAT TOPIC: Anything and everything to do with short films
That was an amazing chat tonight! EURO started us off with tons of information and fun. When USA chat came around, we had a surprise special guest, Roberta Munroe @robertamunroe of How Not to Make a Short Film fame! She ROCKED THE HOUSE, effortlessly tackling the barrage of questions the Americans threw at her. Guess after all those workshops, she can handle a crowd of crazy screenwriters. The only fail of the night was the wthashtag transcript site. EURO chat pulled fine, but the USA chat is missing the first… 50 minutes! So, you’ll have to read the USA chat backwards to get it all. I promise you, if you are at all interested in short films, it’s so worth the eye strain! Thanks again to all who participated and helped spread the knowledge and scriptchat love. @jeannevb
EURO moderator: @DreamsGrafter, Mina Zaher
USA moderator: @jeannevb, Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
8:00 pm DreamsGrafter: #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK. We're discussing Short Films tonight!
8:01 pm DreamsGrafter: Welcome to newbies @HayleyMcKenzie1 and @BloodForcTrauma ... @HayleyMcKenzie will be on our guest panel on the 28th. #scriptchat
8:02 pm davidpbaker: RT @DreamsGrafter: Welcome to newbies @HayleyMcKenzie1 and @BloodForcTrauma ... @HayleyMcKenzie will be on our guest panel on the 28th. #scriptchat
8:02 pm DreamsGrafter: Has anyone written a short film script recently and wants to share their learning experience? #scriptchat
8:03 pm BloodForcTrauma: Hello!! #ScriptChat
8:03 pm jeannevb: @BloodForcTrauma tweetchat.com/room/scriptchat #scriptchat
8:03 pm DreamsGrafter: Also, do people think that short film scripts are something writers shld aim for? Or should they focus on a full length script? #scriptchat
8:04 pm DreamsGrafter: After all, the BBC Writersroom aren't taking short film scripts anymore. #scriptchat
8:04 pm yeah_write: I just started watching shorts and decided I wanted to try writing one. I've started outlining it. #scriptchat
8:05 pm jeannevb: i haven't written a short before but do crave it much like a novelists writing a short story. #scriptchat
8:05 pm DreamsGrafter: @HayleyMcKenzie1 - Do you get to read short film scripts? Are there any common mistakes you see in them? #scriptchat
8:05 pm kingisafink: We write shorts b/c that's what we can afford to produce. RT @DreamsGrafter Has anyone written a short film script recently? #scriptchat
8:05 pm rachlanger: My experience with shorts is that people forget beginning middle and end. They still need a structure. #scriptchat
8:05 pm philontilt: Great @FilmCourage today... now I think I'm ready for #scriptchat!
8:05 pm kingisafink: @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat writing (and making) shorts helps us hone our skills, work towards producing a feature.
8:06 pm jeannevb: @DreamsGrafter in US, lots of festivals play shorts. Gr8 way to step into producing role too #scriptchat
8:06 pm DreamsGrafter: @yeah_write Will you try and make it too? Or will you try to find a director? #scriptchat
8:06 pm yeah_write: @kingisafink What would an average budget be for a short? #scriptchat
8:06 pm AllInky: Written many shorts. Unfortunately, not by design. Ideas that didn't warrant 120pp. Question is, what can you do with them? #scriptchat
8:06 pm momentsoffilm: Hello all at #scriptchat
8:06 pm jeannevb: @momentsoffilm hi babe! #scriptchat
8:06 pm yeah_write: @DreamsGrafter I'm going to do the whole thing. Write, direct, film, pull my hair out. #scriptchat
8:07 pm MJ_Slide: @jeannevb shorts is pretty much all ive written. ive got a feature in the works right now #scriptchat
8:07 pm HayleyMckenzie1: @DreamsGrafter - I've read hundreds over the years. agree that often story is forgotten, beginning, middle and end often missing #scriptchat
8:07 pm DreamsGrafter: @kingisafink What do you guys think is involved in a good short? #scriptchat
8:07 pm kingisafink: @yeah_write average budget for a short? #scriptchat - - > we do ultra-lo-budget films. Spend maybe $200 or less. Lots o' favors & volunteers
8:08 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: @DreamsGrafter - I've read hundreds over the years. agree that often story is forgotten, beginning, middle and end often missing #scriptchat
8:08 pm iceberg061: @yeah_write just in time for #scriptchat tonight! How long are you looking at?
8:08 pm grking: when's your next one??? RT @kingisafink: #scriptchat writing (and making) shorts helps us hone our skills, work towards producing a feature.
8:08 pm yeah_write: I watched a great European short called SPIDER that made me think, I can do this? #scriptchat
8:08 pm philontilt: $0.00 RT @yeah_write: @kingisafink What would an average budget be for a short? #scriptchat
8:08 pm BloodForcTrauma: Well, I've written a few ideas for a saw movie,but I can't talk about what the ideas are. #scriptchat
8:08 pm DreamsGrafter: Hi @momentsoffilm You've recently made a short film, right? Did you write it? #scriptchat
8:09 pm HayleyMckenzie1: They can be more affordable to get produced than a feature, which is a bonus. #scriptchat
8:09 pm yeah_write: @iceberg061 How long for my short? 5-7 minutes. #scriptchat
8:09 pm yeah_write: That will be my budget. RT @philontilt: $0.00 RT @yeah_write: @kingisafink What would an average budget be for a short? #scriptchat
8:09 pm rachlanger: @yeah_write Six minutes makes a great short. #scriptchat
8:09 pm DreamsGrafter: @HayleyMckenzie1 I can imagine. In such a short space of a time ... there's so much to include. #scriptchat
8:10 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: They can be more affordable to get produced than a feature, which is a bonus. #scriptchat
8:10 pm BloodForcTrauma: I don't know if I can even be in here,my typing is going too slow to even keep up with anyone. :( #scriptchat
8:10 pm HayleyMckenzie1: As a producer I'd rather read a feature script if looking for a writer, and watch a short if looking for a director. #scriptchat
8:11 pm yeah_write: How do you get your short films watched, noticed, awarded? #scriptchat
8:11 pm AllInky: Too bad they don't show shorts and cartoons before the features any more - instead of 12-minute previews. #scriptchat
8:11 pm yeah_write: @BloodForcTrauma Don't worry about it. We have a transcript to read later. #scriptchat
8:11 pm momentsoffilm: @DreamsGrafter Yes, I made the film to show how my writing transferred to screen. I wrote, directed & produced. #scriptchat
8:11 pm rachlanger: @yeah_write Pitching for short film festivals, or submitting to contests is a great way. #scriptchat
8:11 pm DreamsGrafter: @yeah_write Awesome. You'll learn so much. For example, there are three stages of writing the story:script, production, editing. #scriptchat
8:12 pm kingisafink: @DreamsGrafter What is in a good short? #scriptchat - -> solid, unique story, deep characters (even if you're only showing a piece of them)
8:12 pm momentsoffilm: @AllInky yes I miss the shorts in the cinemas. #scriptchat
8:13 pm BloodForcTrauma: @yeah_write Okay, Does that mean I get transcript to read later too? #scriptchat
8:13 pm DreamsGrafter: @momentsoffilm What did you learn from the experience? Do you think it's helped your writing and if so, how? #scriptchat
8:13 pm kingisafink: AMEN! RT @AllInky Too bad they don't show shorts and cartoons before the features any more - instead of 12-minute previews. #scriptchat
8:13 pm yeah_write: @DreamsGrafter My biggest concern is camera right now. Hoping to borrow from local college. #scriptchat
8:13 pm matevzluzar: @yeah_write You have to make great film first. But on other hand there are many short film festivals where you can send yr film #scriptchat
8:14 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @yeah_write: How do you get your short films watched, noticed, awarded? #scriptchat
8:14 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: As a producer I'd rather read a feature script if looking for a writer, and watch a short if looking for a director. #scriptchat
8:14 pm kingisafink: @yeah_write How do you get your short films watched, noticed, awarded? #scriptchat - - -> film fests. Some great ones just for shorts.
8:14 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @rachlanger: @yeah_write Six minutes makes a great short. #scriptchat
8:14 pm yeah_write: @BloodForcTrauma The transcript will be up by tonight US time. www.scriptchat.com #scriptchat
8:14 pm jeannevb: @MJ_Slide what attracted u to writing shorts? #scriptchat
8:14 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @kingisafink: @DreamsGrafter What is in a good short? #scriptchat - -> solid, unique story, deep characters (even if you're only showing a piece of them)
8:14 pm BloodForcTrauma: I'll just sit here and enjoy what everyone is saying! As mine's not really short, but I'll be writing a short for @MarkMacready #scriptchat
8:14 pm philontilt: Start with a great story. Have some good pimps! RT @yeah_write: How do you get your short films watched, noticed, awarded? #scriptchat
8:15 pm BloodForcTrauma: @yeah_write Okay, good to know, thank you! how long of a time does one have to read it? #scriptchat
8:15 pm yeah_write: I watched a short called Antichrist. Interesting, but it was too long for my taste, about 20+ minutes. #scriptchat
8:15 pm AllInky: It's hard for the public to find shorts. Even recent Oscar winners, for example, where devilishly hard to find! #scriptchat
8:15 pm kingisafink: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: As a producer I'd rather read a feature if looking for a writer & watch a short if looking for a director. #scriptchat
8:16 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @daveherman: I've heard this too. What does it says to screenwriters about sense of investing time in writing shorts? #scriptchat
8:16 pm MJ_Slide: @jeannevb with the side budget i had to work with it was what i could afford, plus it keeps me from being long winded :) #scriptchat
8:16 pm yeah_write: @BloodForcTrauma They are up for good. It's in blog format, so you can read past transcripts too. #scriptchat
8:16 pm momentsoffilm: @DreamsGrafter Not as such, but it does help to showcase my work. Broadcast credits never hurt either if we can get them.. #scriptchat
8:17 pm rachlanger: @yeah_write Also, film students are always looking for experience - they will help for food and credits during production. #scriptchat
8:17 pm kingisafink: Word! RT @philontilt Start with a great story. Have some good pimps! RT @yeah_write How do you get your short films noticed? #scriptchat
8:17 pm DreamsGrafter: Does anyone have any short films to recommend? #scriptchat
8:17 pm HayleyMckenzie1: @daveherman good Q - I think you should write the story in the form that it fits best If that's a short then try to get it made. #scriptchat
8:17 pm BloodForcTrauma: @yeah_write Ok, good, I think I will read past transcripts,maybe it'll gimme some inspiration. #scriptchat
8:18 pm yeah_write: @rachlanger But I live in the middle of nowhere. Hard to find film students. #scriptchat
8:18 pm jeannevb: @DreamsGrafter power surges keep bumping me off. Frustrating. Have a good chat! Hoping I can reconnect at some pt #scriptchat
8:18 pm rachlanger: @DreamsGrafter There's a short called "Mike Inc." one of the Canadian Crazy 8s winners last year - its great, if you can find it #scriptchat
8:18 pm plnash: Shorts R a means to an end - calling card to industry; GR8 for training; awards boost writer/f-makers credibility,get work #scriptchat
8:18 pm MJ_Slide: RT @kingisafink: Word! RT @philontilt Start with a great story. Have some good pimps! RT @yeah_write How do you get your short films noticed? #scriptchat
8:18 pm pattyfantasia: RT @kingisafink: Word! RT @philontilt Start with a great story. Have some good pimps! RT @yeah_write How do you get your short films noticed? #scriptchat
8:18 pm DreamsGrafter: One of my fave shorts turned out to be the seed for 'Raising Victor Vargas' ... Aren't shorts a good way to sell a feature idea? #scriptchat
8:18 pm yeah_write: @DreamsGrafter SPIDER is great. Antichrist is foreign, but great for thought. #scriptchat
8:19 pm yeah_write: IFC has an hour long program (once a week?) that showcases shorts. #scriptchat
8:20 pm kingisafink: Working on a new one right now. Watch out. RT @grking when's your next (short)??? #scriptchat
8:20 pm rachlanger: District 9 began as a short and became a feature @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat
8:20 pm MJ_Slide: @jeannevb what do u think the ideal length is for a short film? #scriptchat
8:21 pm kingisafink: Lots on @filmannex RT @DreamsGrafter Does anyone have any short films to recommend? #scriptchat
8:21 pm DreamsGrafter: Thanks! RT @yeah_write @DreamsGrafter SPIDER is great. Antichrist is foreign, but great for thought. #scriptchat
8:21 pm AllInky: "Bus Bench," Judith Carr, UCLA, and "Plastic Window," Erin Popowich, NYU. Good shorts. CAS Short Competition #scriptchat
8:21 pm yeah_write: RT @kingisafink: Lots on @filmannex RT @DreamsGrafter Does anyone have any short films to recommend? #scriptchat
8:22 pm plnash: length depends on your story, budget, what u want to do with it and awards/festivals u'r targeting #scriptchat
8:22 pm kingisafink: #scriptchat WASP is a great short by Andrea Arnold who made FISH TANK. Her short got her attention (and funding) that lead to features.
8:22 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @AllInky: "Bus Bench," Judith Carr, UCLA, and "Plastic Window," Erin Popowich, NYU. Good shorts. CAS Short Competition #scriptchat
8:22 pm daveherman: @HayleyMckenzie1 Probably the most difficult thing about writing a short script is limiting the story to one main event #scriptchat
8:22 pm paulswaronlove: Sweet, I am actually back in time for #scriptchat. What is todays topic?
8:23 pm DreamsGrafter: @kingisafink Good luck! What stage are you at? Have you written the script? #scriptchat
8:23 pm momentsoffilm: Shorts are a good way to explore. Find your individual 'voice' and understand how to concisely express an idea. #scriptchat
8:23 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @kingisafink: #scriptchat WASP is a great short by Andrea Arnold who made FISH TANK. Her short got her attention (and funding) that lead to features.
8:24 pm plnash: i work festival selection cttee & juries -length varies widely but whatever length is it must be excellent-every minute of it #scriptchat
8:24 pm HayleyMckenzie1: I look on BBC Film Network for good short films. #scriptchat
8:24 pm MJ_Slide: @kingisafink cool! ill have to check those out #scriptchat
8:24 pm rachlanger: @MJ_Slide I think @jeannevb got disconnected. A great length for a short is around six minutes. #scriptchat
8:24 pm FirstGlanceFilm: FirstGlance Feature http://bit.ly/bNio5y and Short Screenplay http://bit.ly/a9ud5J Contests Now Open!! #scriptchat
8:24 pm julianfriedmann: TwelvePoint is about to start publishing a series of articles on all aspects of writing/producing shorts by Patrick Nash #scriptchat
8:24 pm DreamsGrafter: It looks like a lot of shorts that turn into features are because of the filmmaker. #scriptchat
8:25 pm yeah_write: @paulswaronlove We are discussing short films. #scriptchat
8:25 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: I look on BBC Film Network for good short films. #scriptchat
8:25 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: Shorts are a good way to explore. Find your individual 'voice' and understand how to concisely express an idea. #scriptchat
8:25 pm kingisafink: Still in writing stage. Applying for grants to boost prod value. RT @DreamsGrafter What stage are u at? Written the script? #scriptchat
8:25 pm yeah_write: RT @FirstGlanceFilm: FirstGlance Feature http://bit.ly/bNio5y and Short Screenplay http://bit.ly/a9ud5J Contests Now Open!! #scriptchat
8:25 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: TwelvePoint is about to start publishing a series of articles on all aspects of writing/producing shorts by Patrick Nash #scriptchat
8:25 pm MJ_Slide: RT @momentsoffilm: Shorts are a good way to explore. Find your individual 'voice' and understand how to concisely express an idea. #scriptchat
8:26 pm julianfriedmann: @rachlanger Lengths vary for diff competitions so plan where you want to submit; see Nash articles in TwelvePoint in next weeks #scriptchat
8:26 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @julianfriedmann: TwelvePoint is about to start publishing a series of articles on all aspects of writing/producing shorts by Patrick Nash #scriptchat
8:26 pm paulswaronlove: @yeah_write Oh sweet! I just came back from an interview to get funding for my first short film #scriptchat
8:26 pm yeah_write: @kingisafink So you have all of your own equipment? Or beg, borrow steal (and give back of course)? #scriptchat
8:26 pm BlackLabelAgent: RT @FirstGlanceFilm: FirstGlance Feature http://bit.ly/bNio5y and Short Screenplay http://bit.ly/a9ud5J Contests Now Open!! #scriptchat
8:26 pm thewritertype: #scriptchat I wrote over 50 shorts in 10 years and got paid for every one. Did I mention they were corporate videos? A film is film
8:27 pm AllInky: I have page/time issues when I do shorts. A six-minute short seems to run about 12 pages! Constantly checking real runtime. #scriptchat
8:27 pm rachlanger: @julianfriedmann Absolutely agree. Most of the competitions/grants we've considered want shorter one. I'd love to make a 15 min! #scriptchat
8:27 pm kingisafink: #scriptchat Just went to EgoFest Short Film Fest in Brainerd, great list of short films/filmmakers on the Egofest website.
8:28 pm julianfriedmann: Few agents like shorts; I don't because difficult to sell; but they are good calling card; what do other agents think? #scriptchat
8:28 pm redrosevivi: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: As a producer I'd rather read a feature script if looking for a writer, and watch a short if looking for a director. #scriptchat
8:28 pm DreamsGrafter: My fave short story author is Guy De Maupassant. He encapsulates so much story in just a few pages. #scriptchat
8:28 pm DreamsGrafter: When a short film can do the same, I'm blown away. #scriptchat ... i.e. a short film isn't a scene - it should tell a story.
8:28 pm momentsoffilm: If making your own short, it's useful to keep the writer's job seperate from other roles you take on to remain objective. #scriptchat
8:29 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: Few agents like shorts; I don't because difficult to sell; but they are good calling card; what do other agents think? #scriptchat
8:29 pm julianfriedmann: RT @thewritertype: Good point :I wrote over 50 shorts in 10 years ,got paid for all. Did I mention they were corporate videos? #scriptchat
8:29 pm kingisafink: @yeah_write Yes, we have our own lights, cameras, editing software. Do most of our own work but are slowly building team. #scriptchat
8:29 pm yeah_write: @redrosevivi I love your avatar pic. #scriptchat
8:29 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat I wrote over 50 shorts in 10 years and got paid for every one. Did I mention they were corporate videos? A film is film
8:29 pm kingisafink: RT @DreamsGrafter My fave short story author is Guy De Maupassant. He encapsulates so much story in just a few pages. #scriptchat
8:29 pm thewritertype: #scriptchat The clue is in the word short. I've never seen a short I thought was too short.
8:29 pm plnash: award winning shorts are much longer than most think usually short dramas - oscars avg 1970-2008 was 24.3 mins #scriptchat
8:29 pm julianfriedmann: @rachlanger A perfectly crafted emotionally gripping short is great calling card but may be more difficult to write than longer #scriptchat
8:30 pm DreamsGrafter: @thewritertype Oh yes, me too. Had to write a 20 min. drama ... which was a corporate video. It was a great experience. #scriptchat
8:30 pm kingisafink: RT @thewritertype #scriptchat wrote 50+ shorts in 10 years & got paid for every 1. Did I mention they were corporate videos? A film is film
8:30 pm MJ_Slide: learning a lot from simply reading #scriptchat tweets. gotta be peacing out but thanks for the great convo and interesting tibits good stuff
8:31 pm DreamsGrafter: I like that. RT @thewritertype #scriptchat The clue is in the word short. I've never seen a short I thought was too short.
8:31 pm rachlanger: @julianfriedmann Its really tough to get all the elements out in such a short time. A worthy challenge. #scriptchat
8:31 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: If making your own short, it's useful to keep the writer's job seperate from other roles you take on to remain objective. #scriptchat
8:31 pm kingisafink: Yes! Can def be too long. RT @thewritertype #scriptchat The clue is in the word short. I've never seen a short I thought was too short.
8:31 pm julianfriedmann: Writers shd produce their own shorts w good directors. See Lucy Hay's experience in TwelvePoint #scriptchat
8:31 pm plnash: BAFTA winners avg 15-16 mins, Venice over 18 mins, Cannes upper limit is 15 mins, most major award winners over 15 mins #scriptchat
8:31 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @kingisafink: #scriptchat Just went to EgoFest Short Film Fest in Brainerd, great list of short films/filmmakers on the Egofest website.
8:31 pm LordPancreas: RT @kingisafink: RT @thewritertype #scriptchat wrote 50+ shorts in 10 years & got paid for every 1. Did I mention they were corporate videos? A film is film
8:32 pm yeah_write: Shorts have the same structure as features, but very condensed. More to say in less time. #scriptchat
8:32 pm BloodForcTrauma: Ive seen those horror shorts that AMC had running quite a few years ago when you had to make someone scream in 60secs or less #scriptchat
8:32 pm julianfriedmann: Corporate videos excellent route and well-paid: see Tom William's experience in TwelvePoint (members only I am afraid) #scriptchat
8:32 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @plnash: BAFTA winners avg 15-16 mins, Venice over 18 mins, Cannes upper limit is 15 mins, most major award winners over 15 mins #scriptchat
8:32 pm jeannevb: @rachlanger @MJ_Slide i'm having electrical issues today bc of high winds. I'm back... for now ;) #scriptchat
8:32 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: Writers shd produce their own shorts w good directors. See Lucy Hay's experience in TwelvePoint #scriptchat
8:32 pm plnash: shorts in many guises - commercials & music video ones we see most, also now very short market for mobile phones 30secs-4 mins #scriptchat
8:32 pm MJ_Slide: RT @momentsoffilm: If making your own short, it's useful to keep the writer's job seperate from other roles you take on to remain objective. #scriptchat
8:32 pm julianfriedmann: @yeah_write Agree: love the dictum: Less is more #scriptchat
8:33 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: Corporate videos excellent route and well-paid: see Tom William's experience in TwelvePoint (members only I am afraid) #scriptchat
8:33 pm HayleyMckenzie1: Agree! RT @yeah_write: Shorts have the same structure as features, but very condensed. #scriptchat
8:33 pm thewritertype: @HayleyMckenzie1 #scriptchat Is that because short can showcase visual fair better than narrative story?
8:34 pm rachlanger: @yeah_write If you come visit, we will film your short! We have most of our own gear plus editing software. Go Team! #scriptchat
8:34 pm julianfriedmann: @rachlanger Shouldn't be difficult bec every word counts: Aristotle's pity/fear/catharsis good spine for story; #scriptchat
8:34 pm iceberg061: @jameskick is the man you need to chat with! RT @yeah_write: How do you get your short films watched, noticed, awarded? #scriptchat
8:34 pm BloodForcTrauma: Wish I could've been involved in those short horror screams,I might've won, had I had a camera and makeup! #scriptchat
8:35 pm kingisafink: Yes, Yes, Yes! RT @dreamsgrafter i.e. a short film isn't a scene - it should tell a story. #scriptchat
8:35 pm thewritertype: @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat Have you seen The Bloody Olive>
8:35 pm yeah_write: @rachlanger Canada here I come! lol #scriptchat
8:36 pm yeah_write: RT @iceberg061: @jameskick is the man you need to chat with! RT @yeah_write: How do you get your short films watched, noticed..? #scriptchat
8:36 pm DreamsGrafter: No, will hunt it down. Thanks! RT @thewritertype @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat Have you seen The Bloody Olive>
8:37 pm momentsoffilm: My directorial debut was a 15 second Nokia Short.. It was nominated for a BIFA. Size doesn't matter as much as serving the idea. #scriptchat
8:37 pm HayleyMckenzie1: @thewritertype have often needed to see how a writer handles an hour+ - hard to judge from short film script #scriptchat
8:37 pm yeah_write: Crazy question, but used equipment, ballpark $$? #scriptchat
8:37 pm DreamsGrafter: @BloodForcTrauma Have you got a camera on your phone? Technology today is better than ever. #scriptchat
8:37 pm plnash: 3 things kill a short- having no story or a poorly developed unoriginal one, bad acting, poor sound - 90% I see are poor #scriptchat
8:38 pm kingisafink: @iceberg061 we're also big fans of @jameskick. Saw his short THE CARWASH at #Egofest. #scriptchat
8:38 pm julianfriedmann: There is also quite a lot of regional film council money in UK specifically for shorts: have you checked your local region #scriptchat
8:38 pm yeah_write: RT @momentsoffilm: My directorial debut was a 15 second Nokia Short.. It was nominated for a BIFA. Size doesnt matter... #scriptchat
8:38 pm jameskick: I believe in a multifaceted approach @yeah_write. Hit up festivals first, but release online to build viral buzz. #scriptchat
8:38 pm DreamsGrafter: @momentsoffilm Nice one! Congrats. :) #scriptchat
8:38 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: My directorial debut was a 15 second Nokia Short.. It was nominated for a BIFA. Size doesn't matter as much as serving the idea. #scriptchat
8:39 pm BloodForcTrauma: @DreamsGrafter I didn't have any type of camera back when they had that contest and I don't have a phone either :( #scriptchat
8:39 pm jeannevb: @yeah_write our Joelsk_ did his short on his CELL PHONE. Need to find the link. He was a finalist in an Aussie festival! #scriptchat
8:39 pm yeah_write: Do people upload their short films to You Tube? #scriptchat
8:39 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @julianfriedmann: There is also quite a lot of regional film council money in UK specifically for shorts: have you checked your local region #scriptchat
8:39 pm yeah_write: RT @jameskick: I believe in a multifaceted approach @yeah_write. Hit up festivals first, but release online to build viral buzz. #scriptchat
8:40 pm momentsoffilm: @LaLaLollyWood It's often easier to explore 'big' stuff in a short though. More cost effective. #scriptchat
8:40 pm shadymint: @HayleyMckenzie1 Shorts are very educational; great exercise in concise character development.#scriptchat
8:40 pm DreamsGrafter: Juggling my screenwriting with my short film. This is really inspiring 2 go back to my editing. *Wish I didn't have to sleep* ;) #scriptchat
8:40 pm jameskick: He co-edited the film :) RT @kingisafink: @iceberg061 we're also big fans of @jameskick. Saw his short THE CARWASH at #Egofest. #scriptchat
8:40 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @shadymint: @HayleyMckenzie1 Shorts are very educational; great exercise in concise character development.#scriptchat
8:40 pm julianfriedmann: @HayleyMckenzie1 +Short script does not prove writer can handle an hour or any other length, just that they understand structure #scriptchat
8:40 pm paulswaronlove: RT @plnash: 3...poor sound// I hate bad sound, it takes you out of the film. I'm a mix engineer and sound designer so I'm picky #scriptchat
8:41 pm plnash: If u want 2 enter festivals / compete for major awards avoid You Tube as it will disqualify your entry - keep it as last option #scriptchat
8:41 pm jeannevb: my neighbor wrote/directed her short. Got grant to make feature. Feature won Sundance... she nominated for Oscar;) #scriptchat
8:41 pm yeah_write: Iowa just cut all tax incentives and funding for filming in the state. Bummer. #scriptchat
8:41 pm BloodForcTrauma: @yeah_write I do believe people upload their short films to youtube, just depends on how short it is #scriptchat
8:41 pm kingisafink: @yeah_write Upload short films to You Tube? #scriptchat - -> we use vimeo and upload after filmfest runs are over. Differing views on this.
8:41 pm DreamsGrafter: Agreed! RT @momentsoffilm @LaLaLollyWood It's often easier to explore 'big' stuff in a short though. More cost effective. #scriptchat
8:41 pm DreamsGrafter: Short film doesn't mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:42 pm jeannevb: i knew I loved u ;) RT @DreamsGrafter: Short film doesnt mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:42 pm thewritertype: #scriptchat If you don't know 'Future Shorts' it's a great sources of shorts from all over world. On You Tube
8:42 pm julianfriedmann: @BloodForcTrauma Don't upload shorts to YouTube if still entering for festivals as YouTube = public showing and can disqualify #scriptchat
8:42 pm yeah_write: RT @plnash: If u want 2 enter festivals / compete 4 awards avoid YouTube as will disqualify your entry - keep it as last option #scriptchat
8:42 pm DreamsGrafter: @kingisafink @yeah_write Vimeo's great. #scriptchat - Great place to have your portfolio on show.
8:42 pm kingisafink: W. O. W. RT @jeannevb neighbor wrote/directed short. She got grant to make feature. Feature won Sundance...nominated for Oscar;) #scriptchat
8:42 pm rachlanger: Agreed. A window into a larger house. Great perspective! RT @DreamsGrafter: Short film doesnt mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:42 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat If you don't know 'Future Shorts' it's a great sources of shorts from all over world. On You Tube
8:42 pm julianfriedmann: RT @DreamsGrafter: Short film doesn't mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:42 pm kingisafink: Yes! RT @DreamsGrafter Short film doesn't mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:42 pm momentsoffilm: Writers write and filmmakers make films.. If you want to do both, great but if not there are short script comps too. #scriptchat
8:43 pm DreamsGrafter: #worlddomination ;) RT @jeannevb i knew I loved u ;) RT @DreamsGrafter: Short film doesnt mean small idea. #scriptchat
8:43 pm jameskick: @kingisafink ...and @iceberg061 is sitting on set with me right now on the new short #winterfilm; I'm producing this one. #scriptchat
8:43 pm FirstGlanceFilm: Don't ever place your short film on YouTube, it devalues your work! Sell it, instead #scriptchat
8:43 pm yeah_write: My best friend's husband is a sound engineer, but he live 1/2 a country away. Why didn't I do this when I lived in Calif.? #scriptchat
8:43 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: Writers write and filmmakers make films.. If you want to do both, great but if not there are short script comps too. #scriptchat
8:44 pm plnash: Major festival and competition rules specific on this -if film out on internet then ineligible for comps/fests #scriptchat
8:44 pm jeannevb: @kingisafink Courtney Hunt... she wrote/directed Frozen River. Played at short at our local film fest. 4yrs later, feature #scriptchat
8:44 pm Fansoffilm: RT @momentsoffilm: Writers write and filmmakers make films.. If you want to do both, great but if not there are short script comps too. #scriptchat
8:44 pm paulswaronlove: @plnash why does having a film on youtube disqualify you? #scriptchat
8:44 pm julianfriedmann: @momentsoffilm Writers who are also film makers tend to become better writers in my experience #scriptchat
8:44 pm yeah_write: RT @FirstGlanceFilm: Dont ever place your short film on YouTube, it devalues your work! Sell it, instead #scriptchat
8:44 pm BloodForcTrauma: @julianfriedmann I haven't uploaded any shorts to youtube,I'm saying that some people do I think. #scriptchat
8:45 pm rachlanger: @paulswaronlove Its considered a public showing, and a festival may not want a prior public showing. YouTube=self distribution. #scriptchat
8:45 pm momentsoffilm: #worlddomination ;) RT @jeannevb i knew I loved u ;) RT @DreamsGrafter: Short film doesnt mean small idea. #scriptchat (via @DreamsGrafter)
8:45 pm julianfriedmann: Great short script can attract major acting talent if great roles. Be ambitious. #scriptchat
8:45 pm rachlanger: RT @julianfriedmann: @momentsoffilm Writers who are also film makers tend to become better writers in my experience #scriptchat
8:46 pm julianfriedmann: Do great short stories provide good adaptation material for short films? What are your experiences? #scriptchat
8:46 pm HayleyMckenzie1: My top tip for short film scripts is focus and clarity - of subject, character and story. There's not a second to waste. #scriptchat
8:46 pm DeathWish2010: RT @FirstGlanceFilm: Don't ever place your short film on YouTube, it devalues your work! Sell it, instead #scriptchat
8:46 pm yeah_write: Thanks. I'll check it. RT @DreamsGrafter: @kingisafink @yeah_write Vimeo's great. #scriptchat - Great place to have your portfolio on show.
8:46 pm DreamsGrafter: @julianfriedmann Saying that, I've been told that I write like I've been in the editing room ... #scriptchat
8:46 pm thewritertype: @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat Too right; the first films ever were shorts and they had some pretty big ideas.
8:46 pm julianfriedmann: @BloodForcTrauma Lots of shorts on YouTube and it is great place to show our talent when timing is right #scriptchat
8:47 pm BloodForcTrauma: AH, I see the people on the festivals want to be the first ones to see the shorts right? #scriptchat
8:47 pm yeah_write: @rachlanger One of your comments just gave me a great idea for a short. Tweet it later. #scriptchat
8:47 pm julianfriedmann: RT @HayleyMckenzie1: My top tip for short scripts is focus and clarity - of subject, character and story, not a second to waste. #scriptchat
8:47 pm DreamsGrafter: @julianfriedmann whereas the script has to be for the reader and include detail that might not be in the film. #scriptchat
8:47 pm momentsoffilm: @julianfriedmann My experience has been different sometimes.. It's easy to self indulge when wearing lots of 'hats' ;) #scriptchat
8:47 pm rachlanger: @yeah_write Yes! That makes me happy. #scriptchat
8:47 pm iceberg061: @jameskick @kingisafink and I'm Script Supervisor #winterfilm #scriptchat http://twitpic.com/18ma36
8:48 pm yeah_write: The only editing I've done is for book trailers. #scriptchat
8:48 pm momentsoffilm: Great short script can attract major acting talent if great roles. Be ambitious. #scriptchat (via @julianfriedmann) Absolutely!
8:48 pm BloodForcTrauma: @julianfriedmann However,I don't think I will be using youtube to upload any shorts,though I do have an account. #scriptchat
8:48 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @thewritertype: @DreamsGrafter #scriptchat Too right; the first films ever were shorts and they had some pretty big ideas.
8:48 pm julianfriedmann: @DreamsGrafter Elliptical script may need intro words from writer to provide context for readers; tricky but sometimes necessary #scriptchat
8:48 pm shadymint: @HayleyMckenzie1 very true. Not a line wasted. Loved writing my short thriller.#scriptchat
8:48 pm JLichtenberg: RT @julianfriedmann: Great short script can attract major acting talent if great roles. Be ambitious. #scriptchat
8:48 pm yeah_write: Cute. RT @iceberg061: @jameskick @kingisafink and Im Script Supervisor #winterfilm #scriptchat http://twitpic.com/18ma36 #scriptchat
8:49 pm JLichtenberg: RT @yeah_write: RT @FirstGlanceFilm: Dont ever place your short film on YouTube, it devalues your work! Sell it, instead #scriptchat
8:49 pm JLichtenberg: RT @julianfriedmann: @momentsoffilm Writers who are also film makers tend to become better writers in my experience #scriptchat
8:49 pm julianfriedmann: @momentsoffilm Agree esp re writer-directors (I am not a fan) but producing w a director is usually good if u open to criticism #scriptchat
8:50 pm paulswaronlove: @rachlanger Oh, very interesting, I did not know that. #scriptchat
8:50 pm yeah_write: Where are all of my favorite European tweeters today? #scriptchat
8:50 pm julianfriedmann: @DreamsGrafter Editing room is best training for writers but usu denied to them. See Chris Vogler on this in TwelvePoint #scriptchat
8:50 pm jeannevb: @yeah_write it's Mom's day over there. #scriptchat
8:51 pm momentsoffilm: Some great stuff about the production of Oscar contending short Gone Fishing on @livingspiritpix blog www.chrisjonesblog.com :) #scriptchat
8:51 pm Donna_Carrick: #writechat @jeannevb #scriptchat Married to a writer who understands is such a huge advantage, right, @Alex_Carrick ? Gives courage a boost.
8:51 pm paulswaronlove: @kingisafink @JLichtenberg @plnash sadly Sound Post Production seems to be the first thing that gets cut from a budget. #scriptchat
8:51 pm julianfriedmann: Re writer-directors: If any good as director you shd want to direct better films than you can write #scriptchat
8:52 pm DreamsGrafter: @julianfriedmann Hence, back to rewrite. ;) I stepped into my 1st edit suite 14 yrs ago so must now focus on the page & reader. #scriptchat
8:52 pm julianfriedmann: Re Writer-directors 2: if any good as writer you shd want a better director than you to direct your script #scriptchat
8:52 pm thewritertype: @julianfriedmann #scriptchat Many great short stories come out longer on screen if you do justice to them - and make features
8:52 pm yeah_write: And no one bought my jewelry for their moms? lol RT @jeannevb: @yeah_write its Moms day over there. #scriptchat
8:52 pm jeannevb: @julianfriedmann generalization. My friend is writer/director & nominated for Oscar for best original sp & her film won Sundance #scriptchat
8:53 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: Some great stuff about the production of Oscar contending short Gone Fishing on @livingspiritpix blog www.chrisjonesblog.com :) #scriptchat
8:53 pm DreamsGrafter: @momentsoffilm I love that short. It's so great. #scriptchat
8:53 pm jeannevb: HAHA RT @yeah_write: And no one bought my jewelry for their moms? lol RT @jeannevb: @yeah_write its Moms day over there. #scriptchat
8:53 pm julianfriedmann: RT @thewritertype: Many great short stories come out longer on screen if you do justice to them - and make features #scriptchat
8:53 pm Alex_Carrick: RT @Donna_Carrick: #writechat @jeannevb #scriptchat Married to a writer who understands is such a huge advantage < We do trade off ideas.
8:53 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @julianfriedmann: Re Writer-directors 2: if any good as writer you shd want a better director than you to direct your script #scriptchat
8:53 pm momentsoffilm: @julianfriedmann Yes, I actually learned loads by producing other writer's short scripts too. #scriptchat
8:54 pm jameskick: @JLichtenberg @yeah_write @FirstGlanceFilm I humbly disagree on YouTube, viral marketing is the future. Do festival AND online #scriptchat
8:54 pm julianfriedmann: @jeannevb There are exceptions but few and far between; vast majority of young writer-directors are only as good as weakest side #scriptchat
8:54 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: @julianfriedmann Yes, I actually learned loads by producing other writer's short scripts too. #scriptchat
8:54 pm BelAmiBot: RT @DreamsGrafter - My fave short story author is Guy De Maupassant. He encapsulates so much story in just a few pages. #scriptchat
8:55 pm jeannevb: @Donna_Carrick @Alex_Carrick u two may need a time out ;) #writechat #scriptchat
8:55 pm julianfriedmann: RT @momentsoffilm: @julianfriedmann Yes, I actually learned loads by producing other writer's short scripts too. #scriptchat
8:55 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: @DreamsGrafter Editing room is best training for writers but usu denied to them. See Chris Vogler on this in TwelvePoint #scriptchat
8:55 pm HayleyMckenzie1: @jeannevb true we're generalising re writer/directors but in my experience it is mostly true. will always be talented exceptions #scriptchat
8:55 pm momentsoffilm: @DreamsGrafter I'm one of the many Associate Producers and can tell you it's been an amazing experience!i learned tonnes! #scriptchat
8:56 pm jeannevb: @julianfriedmann writing/directing r artistic talents. Much of producing is raising money & biz side. Not many artists can do it #scriptchat
8:56 pm kingisafink: This is the 1st thing we're boosting RT @paulswaronlove Sound PostProd seems to be the first thing that gets cut from a budget. #scriptchat
8:57 pm yeah_write: @jameskick Thanks for your take on YouTube. Viral Marketing is very important. I use it for my jewelry business. #scriptchat
8:57 pm DreamsGrafter: @momentsoffilm I'll be ready to go in May ... #scriptchat
8:57 pm kingisafink: Between @filmcourage & #scriptchat. our Sunday is chockful of awesome indie film advice.
8:57 pm plnash: james, viral marketing is fine 4 features or once all other options exhausted for ur short but festivals wont touch u if youtube #scriptchat
8:57 pm julianfriedmann: Find current short story by famous writer and ask if you can adapt - they are surprisingly generous if you have some credits #scriptchat
8:58 pm Alex_Carrick: RT @jeannevb @Donna_Carrick u 2 may need time out #writechat #scriptchat < Thanks for ur support J. Been telling D she should go make dinner
8:58 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @plnash: james, viral marketing is fine 4 features or once all other options exhausted for ur short but festivals wont touch u if youtube #scriptchat
8:58 pm momentsoffilm: I just want to say Producers do an amazing job and should be considered a writers best friend. Especially for shorts. #scriptchat
8:58 pm kingisafink: @tommybertin Ha! I think bad sound + bad look + Johnny Depp = blockbuster... #scriptchat
8:58 pm julianfriedmann: @jeannevb Not many articstic types can write or direct: raising money EVERYONE can do #scriptchat
8:58 pm JerryD70: RT @kingisafink: Between @filmcourage & #scriptchat. our Sunday is chockful of awesome indie film advice.
8:58 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @julianfriedmann: Find current short story by famous writer and ask if you can adapt - they are surprisingly generous if you have some credits #scriptchat
8:59 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @julianfriedmann: Find current short story by famous writer and ask if you can adapt - they are surprisingly generous if you have some credits #scriptchat
8:59 pm JLichtenberg: RT @jameskick: @JLichtenberg @yeah_write @FirstGlanceFilm I humbly disagree on YouTube, viral marketing is the future. Do festival AND online #scriptchat
8:59 pm julianfriedmann: RT @momentsoffilm: Producers do an amazing job and should be considered a writers best friend. Especially for shorts. #scriptchat
9:00 pm JLichtenberg: RT @paulswaronlove: @kingisafink @JLichtenberg @plnash sadly Sound Post Production seems to be the first thing that gets cut from a budget. #scriptchat
9:00 pm plnash: budgets hurt but low budget shouldnt mean low quality, be creative and make sure all sides of package r good if want to win #scriptchat
9:00 pm DreamsGrafter: Also, plenty of classic short stories out of copyright like Mon. De Maupassant, which you cld make relevant 4 today's audience. #scriptchat
9:00 pm gioclair: @Alex_Carrick does manly chores in the house? ;-) #writechat #scriptchat
9:00 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @momentsoffilm: I just want to say Producers do an amazing job and should be considered a writers best friend. Especially for shorts. #scriptchat
9:01 pm paulswaronlove: @kingisafink You are one of the few! For me I usually hear "Need a mixer, but we have no budget. Can give credit only!" #scriptchat
9:01 pm jeannevb: @julianfriedmann we'll have to agree to disagree then ;) #scriptchat
9:01 pm thewritertype: #scriptchat ideas/stories not such a prob but if any of you has ONE tip for FUNDING shorts, what would it be?
9:02 pm momentsoffilm: @DreamsGrafter Yes the monthly meeting is just that, www.ottfilms.co.uk/forum is on the go every day & free to join! All levels! #scriptchat
9:02 pm HayleyMckenzie1: Enjoyed my first #scriptchat. Cheers all.
9:02 pm DreamsGrafter: Watching the Oscars today and seeing the clips of shorts: live-action, animation and documentary was quite inspiring. #scriptchat
9:02 pm yeah_write: This has been great fun. I'm going to go treat my migraine to some meds so I can participate in US chat at 8pm EST #scriptchat
9:02 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat ideas/stories not such a prob but if any of you has ONE tip for FUNDING shorts, what would it be?
9:03 pm yeah_write: Thanks for coming. Please come back next Sunday. RT @HayleyMckenzie1: Enjoyed my first #scriptchat. Cheers all. #scriptchat
9:03 pm plnash: avoid cliches and find new ways to tell stories, too many similar stories & themes in shorts, too many poor film school shorts #scriptchat
9:03 pm kingisafink: @paulswaronlove We've learned our lessons the hard way. Gonna pay for experienced sound pro & DP this time. #scriptchat
9:03 pm DreamsGrafter: @yeah_write Thanks for joining Jaimie! Hope you feel better soon. Enjoy #scriptchat later.
9:04 pm momentsoffilm: Watching Oscars today and seeing clips of shorts: live-action, animation and documentary was inspiring. #scriptchat (via @DreamsGrafter)
9:04 pm rachlanger: @TheWriterType apply for EVERYTHING. Contests, grants, screenplay comps, anything. #scriptchat
9:04 pm yeah_write: @jameskick Are you going to be around for tonight's #scriptchat We could use your input.
9:04 pm DreamsGrafter: @HayleyMckenzie1 Excellent, glad you enjoyed. Thanks for joining in! #scriptchat
9:04 pm jeannevb: @plnash welcome to our chat, btw. :) #scriptchat
9:05 pm HayleyMckenzie1: Thanks @yeah_write Hope to make it again next Sunday and will definitely be here on 28th. #scriptchat
9:05 pm yeah_write: @DreamsGrafter Great chat as always. Learned so much. #scriptchat Thanks for your superb moderating.
9:05 pm kingisafink: @HayleyMckenzie1 Cheers to you. Thanks for the great info and ideas! #scriptchat
9:06 pm jeannevb: NEXT Sunday, dont forget we're doing a prof reader night. @HayleyMckenzie1 & @Bang2write are our guests! for EURO #scriptchat
9:06 pm kingisafink: @thewritertype Really enjoyed your input on #scriptchat today. Thanks for all of the great info!
9:06 pm Alex_Carrick: RT @gioclair does manly chores in the house? ;-) #writechat #scriptchat < Takes real creativity to come up with excuses to avoid housework
9:06 pm rachlanger: Thanks for letting me crash Euro #Sriptchat everyone. Hope the writing is smooth for all this week. #scriptchat
9:07 pm DreamsGrafter: Hey all, @HayleyMcKenzie1 will be one of our Script Consultancy panel on 28th March: http://bit.ly/cUQR0s #scriptchat
9:07 pm kingisafink: @yeah_write @dreamsgrafter @jeannevb Great #scriptchat, ladies! Now go get a massage!
9:07 pm thewritertype: #scriptchat Thanks everyone, exciting session, nearly popped my stitches
9:07 pm paulswaronlove: @kingisafink Ouch! We all learn lessons the hard way, but that's how we get better right? #scriptchat
9:07 pm jameskick: @yeah_write what time, 8:00 PM right? I would like to, tenative on our shoot tonight since I'm actively in production :) #scriptchat
9:07 pm jeannevb: @rachlanger we'll miss u tonight at the USA chat! #scriptchat
9:08 pm jeannevb: I wish! ;) RT @kingisafink: @yeah_write @dreamsgrafter @jeannevb Great #scriptchat, ladies! Now go get a massage!
9:08 pm DreamsGrafter: @jeannevb babe, isn't it the 28th March - the script consultancy panel? http://bit.ly/cUQR0s #scriptchat
9:08 pm BloodForcTrauma: @Jameskick I think you're a little late! but they are still carrying it on! Dang that daylight savings time! #scriptchat
9:09 pm yeah_write: For sure. Great chatting with you today. RT @jeannevb: @rachlanger we'll miss u tonight at the USA chat! #scriptchat
9:09 pm rachlanger: @jeannevb Thanks! Will miss you all as well. Have one for me! *wink* #scriptchat
9:09 pm DreamsGrafter: @thewritertype Thanks for joining Paul. Hope you get better soon! xo #scriptchat
9:09 pm paulswaronlove: Wow #scriptchat is hard when your internet keeps dropping out every few mins. grrrrrr
9:09 pm jeannevb: correction: @HayleyMckenzie1 & @Bang2write are guesting on MARCH 28th EURO #scriptchat. Clearly I cant think when not drinking tequila
9:10 pm momentsoffilm: I could talk shorts all night but I have to bow out now folks.Have a good night! #scriptchat
9:10 pm jeannevb: stress ruins my memory RT @DreamsGrafter: @jeannevb babe, isn't it 28th March - script consultancy panel? http://bit.ly/cUQR0s #scriptchat
9:10 pm HayleyMckenzie1: RT @jeannevb: correction: @HayleyMckenzie1 & @Bang2write are guesting on MARCH 28th EURO #scriptchat. Clearly I cant think when not drinking tequila
9:10 pm DreamsGrafter: RT @jeannevb: correction: @HayleyMckenzie1 & @Bang2write are guesting on MARCH 28th EURO #scriptchat. Clearly I cant think when not drinking tequila
9:11 pm yeah_write: @paulswaronlove Read the transcript at http://tinyurl.com/yj8sygw It's posted every Sunday after the chats. #scriptchat
9:11 pm DreamsGrafter: Thanks everyone for joining in and sharing. Hope you managed to discover some golden nuggets tonight! #scriptchat
AMERICAN CHAT: wthashtag transcript site failed, so please scroll down to bottom and read backwards. Deep apologies
jeannevb Thanks again everyone for coming to our chat of knowledge tonight! I'll have transcript posted soon... #scriptchat -9:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @Joelsk_ Definitely a good idea. I should do that next time. ; ) #scriptchat -9:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @jeannevb @zacsanford2 - excellent #scriptchat @robertamunroe - fantastic! #scriptchat -9:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @jeannevb I would be remiss if i didnt warn people about "Eye Babies" #scriptchat -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb THIS is y I LOVE #scriptchat RT @TravisLegge: @sunspotpictures tell her I sent you :) #scriptchat -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @robertamunroe Thank you Roberta, good night! #scriptchat -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript alright... going to rest my other hand, so am not doubly crippled. thanks to @robertamunroe for awesome #scriptchat. so informative! -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
damiancalvo RT @KageyNYC: SHOUT OUT: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG, so PLZ @ me (cc @jeannevb) -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork OK, I have to check on dinner now. Things smell good, but I don't want to burn yet another meal #scriptchat #dinnerchat #hungrychat -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @ninehourfilms I basically wrote it to fit my abilities and budget ;) was godo advice from a fellow filmmaker #scriptchat :) -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @robertamunroe Thank you! #scriptchat -9:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC RT @philontilt Anyone interested, on my youtube account, I have about 24 favorited short films http://bit.ly/b3jR63 #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Thank you. Interesting. RT @SunspotPictures: @yeah_write The will most likely not raise all money to make it for you though. #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @sunspotpictures tell her I sent you :) She is the liason for producers/directors and she is amazing! #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @robertamunroe Thank You so much for the Hard Hits #iluvit #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @ninehourfilms Yeah same. So i decided to do a silent film ;) And since it was hot on cell phone lighting didnt really matter :P #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @robertamunroe: Uh, wow, not sure...ask @uncompletedwork /Whistles inconspicuously/ #scriptchat -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC SHOUT OUT: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG, so PLZ @ me (cc @jeannevb) -9:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @jeannevb re: email thank you! fly by tweets! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
SidKali RT @cinemascribe: My head is spinning from all this information! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @philontilt: Anyone interested, on my youtube account, I have about 24 favorited short films. Good stuff. http://bit.ly/b3jR63 #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @robertamunroe thank you! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @TravisLegge Thanks for the lead!! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @radfx I qualify as both! Woo! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ttimechitchat rt @philontilt Anyone interested, on my youtube account, I have about 24 favorited short films. Good stuff. http://bit.ly/b3jR63 #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Night, babe! HUGE hugs! xo RT @robertamunroe: ;-) night, night everyone! Thanks again! #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @robertamunroe I'm Continuity, Can only ask and never assume! #yourock ! LoL #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke RT @jeannevb: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG, so PLZ @ me #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @zacsanford2 same thing happened to mine. Operator error when moving to new computer #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @quicksilverwest Roberta posted her email in one of her tweets. Scroll down... #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
radfx RT @philontilt: Is this where the short filmmakers hang out? Errr... makers of short films? #scriptchat -9:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe ;-) night, night everyone! Thanks again! #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC RT @jeannevb :Any FILMMAKERS w SHORTS if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG so PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Anyone interested, on my youtube account, I have about 24 favorited short films. Good stuff. http://bit.ly/b3jR63 #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @zacsanford2 RT @jeannevb: #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, LINKS to ur films, wed love to post them PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @quicksilverwest I think you'll have a better chance at an answer if you email me ;-) #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb THANK YOU to @robertamunroe for her generosity and time! We are smothering you with love via #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @sunspotpictures im working w SAG on my feature. Kit Woods in the chicago office is an EXCELLENT resource 4 handling Red Tape #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @jeannevb: *curtsy* RT @zacsanford2: Those two girls rock!! RT @Chuklz: Thank you guys especially @jeannevb @robertamunroe #scriptchat -9:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Well, it's 9pm, so we're "officially" done, but if u want to keep talking, roll on #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @TravisLegge I would only have to recut the film as I no longer have a copy of it, but I have the footage on tapes. #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork Thanks @robertamunroe for answering so many questions! #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 RT @jeannevb: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, if u have LINKS to ur films, wed love to post them PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb woot woot WOOT RT @TravisLegge: @zacsanford2 why recut? Lets see the banned version!! #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Uh, wow, not sure...ask @uncompletedwork RT @quicksilverwest: copy that. where may I direct inquiries via Twitter? #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC I got it! And yes, please ;) RT @zacsanford2 @jeannevb sent my link. I could also recut my short that was banned at college :) #scriptchat -9:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb YES!!!! RT @zacsanford2: @jeannevb @KageyNYC I set my link earlier... I could also recut my short that was banned at college :) #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @zacsanford2 why recut? Let's see the banned version!! #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @jeannevb: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG so PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb *curtsy* RT @zacsanford2: Those two girls rock!! RT @Chuklz: Thank you guys especially @jeannevb @robertamunroe #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @TravisLegge @Chuklz On the otherhand SAG can present probs if you go with defered pay option and plan on dist. outside fests #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript we'll bring the lemonade, you bring the limes! RT @zacsanford2: Soon we'll have a night with @uncompletedwork and @covermyscript #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @jeannevb @KageyNYC I set my link earlier... I could also recut my short that was banned at college :) #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @robertamunroe copy that. where may I direct inquiries via Twitter? #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke RT @jeannevb: SHOUT OUT: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, we'd love to post them on our BLOG, so PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) #scriptchat -9:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb thx 4 the warning ha RT @TravisLegge: hey, you asked (dont watch in front of the kiddies) http://www.aegisstudios.com/film.html #scriptchat -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie @robertamunroe Thank you also. Great info. It's been fun and informative. Now, breathe. :-) #scriptchat -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @TroubleShotProd You can check it out here: http://www.joelsabadin.com/ ;) I've 2 new shortfilms in super pre-production ;) #scriptchat -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge hey, you asked (dont watch in front of the kiddies) http://www.aegisstudios.com/film.html #scriptchat -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb SHOUT OUT: Any #scriptchat FILMMAKERS w SHORTS, if u have LINKS to ur films, we'd love to post them on our BLOG, so PLZ @ me (cc @KageyNYC) -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @jeannevb MARCH 28 #scriptchat prof readers: Check out blog post for bios: http://bit.ly/9eKmuQ #scriptchat -9:00 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke Should mention @c0rmican couldn't join us tonight, but he said he'd be happy to answer any Q's we might still have. #shortfilm #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @Joelsk_ If I was any good at lighting & sound, that's pretty much how I'd roll ; ) #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @zacsanford2: Soon we'll have a night with @uncompletedwork and @covermyscript (along with others). #scriptchat [Should be fun!] -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript i'm going to be a guest! i'm so excited. RT @jeannevb: MARCH 28 #scriptchat prof readers: Check out blog post for bios: http://bit.ly/9eKmuQ -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 Those two girls rock!! RT @Chuklz: Thank you guys especially @jeannevb @robertamunroe #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @quicksilverwest What I'm looking for is LGBT feature scripts only. #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ttimechitchat rt @ninehourfilms If any1 is looking 4 a good shorts festival, check http://www.dcshorts.com/ Every script entered gets feedback #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript cool idea. RT @KageyNYC: @jeannevb if we had list of #scriptchat filmmakers' films - I want to watch anything they have online! -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC RT @ninehourfilms for a good shorts festival, check DC Shorts: http://www.dcshorts.com/ Every script gets feedback #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @robertamunroe It goes crazy fast when you are an interesting guest. We are a chatty bunch. #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 Soon we'll have a night with @uncompletedwork and @covermyscript (along with others). #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz Thank you guys especially @jeannevb @robertamunroe #scriptchat -8:59 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb MARCH 28 #scriptchat prof readers: Check out blog post for bios: http://bit.ly/9eKmuQ -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @ninehourfilms I actually was my entire crew for "Frequency" Made things work a lot easier for me :P #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sdarancette @covermyscript People don't buy shorts to show in theatres anymore it seems. And youtube's and broadcasters want it for free. #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @robertamunroe re: LB/TG theme is that strictly shorts or features as well (know a few crew members who may have scripts #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe RT @UncompletedWork: @robertamunroe You Rock! Welcome to the 21st century :-) [hahahahaha] #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Me either. RT @LisaFromNYC: @robertamunroe TY. I didnt realize there was a market for shorts. #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @jeannevb Awesome. Would also be great if we had list of #scriptchat filmmakers' films - I want to watch anything they have online! -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe You guys have been awesome I was a virgin tweet/chat room girl. Thanks for the experience! #scriptchat -8:58 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb SO thrilled u enjoyed the craziness! RT @robertamunroe: this has been an AWESOME experience - thanks for the invite! #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 Great chat everyone, as always, I'm really @zacsanford. I only use this account here for #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @jeannevb there's a joke in there ha RT @yeah_write: ...Ive been interested in shorts a long time. omg #unoiluvit #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork @robertamunroe You Rock! Welcome to the 21st century :-) #Scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @Chuklz: SAG (Screen Actors Guild) has incredibly easy contracts for students and shorts. It's all listed on their website. #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Dont let @robertamunroe go until she's good and drunk w #scriptchat love.... any last questions? #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC @robertamunroe TY. I didn't realize there was a market for shorts. #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe RT @Chuklz: SAG (Screen Actors Guild) has incredibly easy contracts for students and shorts. Its all listed on their website. #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink @robertamunroe Thank you so much for all of your advice. #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @robertamunroe Thanks for the time and advice! #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @Joelsk that's exactly what #filmmaking is - #passion Do It, or Lose It! #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz SAG (Screen Actors Guild) has incredibly easy contracts for students and shorts. It's all listed on their website. #scriptchat -8:57 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe this has been an AWESOME experience - thanks for the invite! RT @jeannevb: This was one of the fastest hours weve had on #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @Philontilt Los Angeles #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms If anybody is looking for a good shorts festival, check DC Shorts: http://www.dcshorts.com/ Every script entered gets feedback #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
SissiePoohSOD time flies when you're discovering new ideas & learning from the best. #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord Another fine scriptchat tonight #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb there's a joke in there ha RT @yeah_write: ...Ive been interested in shorts a long time. #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @jeannevb: btw, I want to thank @UnCompletedWork for hooking us up w @robertamunroe tonight! :) *tosses ROLO* #scriptchat [Shucks!] -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write RT @jeannevb: btw, I want to thank @UnCompletedWork for hooking us up w @robertamunroe tonight! :) *tosses ROLO* #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @robertamunroe and of course, if you need help email me filmconsulting@robertamunroe.com or http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @kageynyc http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi3228827673/ - did't write this short, only produced. #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe My pleasure! RT @yeah_write: @robertamunroe This has been extremely informative. Thanks so much for your time. #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @robertamunroe @ninehourfilms Yes. Ive been burnt too. This time i made sure I had passionate peeps that want this to work! #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald Thank you #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb This was one of the fastest hours we've had on #scriptchat -8:56 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @Chuklz I recommend #scriptchat, the regs here and @GoldenAgeofGeek #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @robertamunroe: and of course, if you need help email me filmconsulting@robertamunroe.com or http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @robertamunroe This has been extremely informative. Thanks so much for your time. I've been interested in shorts a long time. #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @robertamunroe: and of course, if you need help email me filmconsulting@robertamunroe.com or http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork #screenwriterkaraoke Thur March 25tin Burbank @ Sardo's. meet peers, other industry folk and sing (badly!?) http://bit.ly/3yA4CX #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @KageyNYC I think EURO chat had some links. Chk transcript later. I was getting kicked off bc of power surges #scriptchat -8:55 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe and of course, if you need help email me filmconsulting@robertamunroe.com or http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @jeannevb: btw, I want to thank @UnCompletedWork for hooking us up w @robertamunroe tonight! :) *tosses ROLO* #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Write good stories. "hooks" will come in the process RT @Chuklz I wish someone could teach me how to write good 'hooks'. #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @ninehourfilms he's freaking AWESOME! Yes, I pimp him too ;) @wackeychan #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC Would love links to #scriptchat short films that are online in 1 place. Launching my blog this week, would love to compile this list & share -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick Crew/technical people RT @jmiewald: @robertamunroe Below the line = non-SAG? I know SAG has all kinds of rules #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 BTL is your crew. RT @jmiewald: @robertamunroe Below the line = non-SAG? I know SAG has all kinds of rules #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @zacsanford2: aka crowd funding... check out IndieGoGo or @kickstarter RT @MichelleSewell: @sunspotpictures - crowdsourcing? #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @jeannevb I haven't, but I'm reading all about it now : ) #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @MichelleSewell There are several websites where you can describe your project, set a fundraising goal, and people can donate #scriptchat -8:54 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb btw, I want to thank @UnCompletedWork for hooking us up w @robertamunroe tonight! :) *tosses ROLO* #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz RT @jeannevb: @yeah_write there are filmmakers using Twitter to raise $$ like @wackeychan and @Trigonis... they can give u advice #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
CrazySphinx RT @robertamunroe: a short should be made for one reason and one reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @robertamunroe thanks for your expertise! appreciate it! I have to run now, kids! Laters! :) #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @kingisafink: You know it! RT @TravisLegge You would be surprised what you can get by simply asking people #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Means CREW RT @jmiewald: @robertamunroe Below the line = non-SAG? I know SAG has all kinds of rules #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Nice! And smart. RT @Joelsk_ #scriptchat my shortfilm only cost me $5 for one prop. I wrote it to fit the actors and the city i lived in. -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @kingisafink i really really do. lol #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe RT @ninehourfilms: @Joelsk_ You have 2 be careful, I got burned pretty bad by a free crew recently. Film didnt get made. #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @yeah_write grow some balls, woman. I'll be ur pimp ;) #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald @robertamunroe Below the line = non-SAG? I know SAG has all kinds of rules #scriptchat -8:53 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 aka crowd funding... check out IndieGoGo or @kickstarter RT @MichelleSewell: @sunspotpictures - crowdsourcing? #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @cinemascribe: @UncompletedWork i am planning to go! :) #screenwriterkaraoke #scriptchat [Excellent! So excited!] -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz I wish someone could teach me how to write good 'hooks'. #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe and as we come to the end of this hour I want to give my favourite piece of advice - GET A SEASONED PRODUCER. #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink You know it! RT @TravisLegge You would be surprised what you can get by simply asking people #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @ninehourfilms have u met @wackeychan? He's doing GREAT raising money on Twitter: http://bit.ly/7Y5Gz3 VERY talented! #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @purelycarrie You are a true writer ;) #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Good answer. I just need the balls to ask. RT @TravisLegge: You would be surprised what you can get by simply asking people #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @Joelsk_ You just have to be careful sometimes, I got burned pretty bad by a free crew recently. Film didn't get made. #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ #shortfilms #scriptchat my shortfilm only cost me $5 for one prop. I wrote it to fit the actors and the city i lived in. -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @jeannevb: @UncompletedWork I hope @robertamunroe still talks to us after tonight & barrage she's fielding ;) #scriptchat [Here's hopin] -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @UncompletedWork i am planning to go! :) #screenwriterkaraoke #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell @sunspotpictures - crowdsourcing? #scriptchat -8:52 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe as 4 getting below line talent for low $ just make sure they're PROFESSIONALS not just pals who want to help you out. #scriptchat -8:51 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @Chuklz Very true. Also many people are prepared to give up their free time for just 1 or 2 days ;) Cheap cheap #scriptchat -8:51 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork #scriptchat Want to invite everyone to #screenwriterkaraoke a no pressure evening of song, drink, and networking. http://bit.ly/3yA4CX -8:51 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge You would be surprised what you can get by simply asking people @yeah_write #scriptchat -8:51 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @yeah_write They are everywhere! If you come with some budget attached even better. That's where crowdsourcing works great. #scriptchat -8:51 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @jeannevb Definitely! ; ) #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @yeah_write there are filmmakers using Twitter to raise $$ like @wackeychan and @Trigonis... they can give u advice #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Good plan. RT @Chuklz: In this economy Ive found below the line talent @ a STEAL 4 shorts cuz small day rate is better than 0. #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @chuklz you got no actors, you got nothing, unless you're doing a visual art piece #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC I wrote 2 - 15 min shorts for practice. I think I'll revisit them. #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write It's the meds. lol RT @jeannevb: sure u arent drinking, Jamie ha RT @yeah_write: @TravisLegge Well duh, but any different ... #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @ninehourfilms You'll either have to finance the short yourself or try things like @kickstarter or IndieGoGo. #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @yeah_write @sunspotpictures leave us not forget the HCD #scriptchat -8:50 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Who's town? RT @sunspotpictures: @yeah_write There are tons of companies &directors in town looking for a project to work on. #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie @SunspotPictures RT just can't be too long ... #scriptchat >>> I love condensing! -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz In this economy I've been able to find below the line talent at a STEAL for shorts because a small day rate is better than none. #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @ninehourfilms u need a pimp ;) #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ #shortfilms #scriptchat 1 short film i worked on had too many twists and plot movements in it for the 7min time slot. Result=shit -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @yeah_write The will most likely not raise all money to make it for you though. #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Id wager its easier. Hit twitter or fb RT @yeah_write @TravisLegge Well duh, but any different than finding one for features? #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Just have to find them. RT @sunspotpictures: @yeah_write There are tons of production companies & directors in town... #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @kingisafink We write features but shorts gives us a chance to show collaborators a visual example of our storytelling. #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms My trick is, I wrote a short, it's won an award, I want to direct it, but where to find a budget? To have to put in my own $$? #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie @SunspotPictures RT Actually I think shorts are the best place to break rules. If the short is compelling, who needs rules?? #scriptchat -8:49 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb sure u aren't drinking, Jamie ha RT @yeah_write: @TravisLegge Well duh, but any different than finding one for features? #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @yeah_write Heya! omgosh, miss yas! fine. finally off in time! #writerdomination #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @AdrienneFord Porque no? Of course - perfecting 20 pages is way easier than 120. #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @robertamunroe I know several people out of NCSA... a couple found reps straight out of college. #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Word. RT @kingisafink We write features but shorts gives us a chance to show collaborators a visual example of our storytelling. #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @TravisLegge Well duh, but any different than finding one for features? #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @AdrienneFord It certainly doesn't hurt : ) Plus, writing a short helps with writers block on a feature. #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge True! If you want something done right, after all RT @garnerhaines @TravisLegge Or become one yourself. #scriptchat -8:48 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @yeah_write There are tons of production companies & directors in town looking for a project to work on. #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @garnerhaines night! thx for joining in #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @Chuklz @robertamunroe kinda cool, i lived there fro 4 years before i came back to LA.. know lots of film peeps! HOLLA CLT! #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @zacsanford2 Yes. #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC RT @zacsanford2 You can post your short scripts on Inktip.com and I know several directors have found their projects on there. #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb this is why we have a transcript ;) RT @cinemascribe: My head is spinning from all this information! #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript is that true? RT @sdarancette: There's still no good business model for making money on shorts even with the internet. #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @jameskick the list made me feel like bringing out my old cheerleader pom poms ha #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines My kid's having trouble sleeping. GTG #scriptchat -8:47 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @CY_Chow I'm taking post-bac screenwriting classes out of a university. All the learning, none of the debt. #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe My head is spinning from all this information! #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord Just a guess..but should a new screenwriter start out writing shorts to perfect their writing skills? #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @Chuklz Exactly, it's about what man can do and what a man can't do. ; ) I actually tell myself this often. #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest we will promote for you #ScriptChat via @quicksilverwest posts but keep that under wraps ;) #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @Chuklz with a yo-ho-ho and a tricky laddie do #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz @cinemascribe #scriptchat She considers them Top 5 in short film writing. -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 You can post your short scripts on Inktip.com and I know several directors have found their projects on there. #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines @TravisLegge Or become one yourself. #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Mais oui Travis! RT @TravisLegge: Cutting extraneous BS is FUNDAMENTAL 2 screenwriting Shorts are EXCELLENT @teaching that skill #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb LMAO I love you, girl! xo RT @robertamunroe: @jeannevb Im just drinking straight from the bottle...saves time & ice. #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie #scriptchat I have not ventured into that area, but I am lucky to know professional friends that have ... helpful one day -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz Yeah the art director does the other half, but who pays attention to them? RT @TravisLegge Only half the picture #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @quicksilverwest Hey stranger, how've you been? #scriptchat -8:46 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Find a producer or director RT @yeah_write So you have the thing written, and you aren't a producer or director, what next? #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink We write features but producing shorts gives us a chance to show prospective collaborators a visual example of our storytelling. #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb WOOT! or shld I say "woof" RT @tylerweaver: #scriptchat and a new dog coming into the family in a few weeks - damn fine night =) #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @jeannevb I'm just drinking straight from the bottle...saves time & ice. #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @Chuklz @robertamunroe what about North Carolina? #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @jmiewald Even if they don't want to premiere it, they don't want it available for free when they want to charge admission. #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @robertamunroe Which North Carolina school... or are you talking the NC School of the Arts... or whatever it is called? #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Cutting extraneous BS is FUNDAMENTAL to screenwriting. Shorts are EXCELLENT for teaching that skill #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @UncompletedWork I hope @robertamunroe still talks to us after tonight & the barrage she's fielding ;) #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @cinemascribe: anyone wants to promote a film on my site lemme know, be glad to help http://www.coreytess.com #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick For writing? RT @jeannevb: like football ha RT @robertamunroe: @CY_Chow #1 columbia #2 NYU #3 North Carolina #4 FSU #5 UCLA #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @jmiewald Essentially true. Some fests don't care. You need to find out which ones. #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write So you have the thing written, and you aren't a producer or director, what next? #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz @sunspotpictures It's never about rules. It's about guidelines, like the pirate's code. #scriptchat -8:45 PM Mar 14th, 2010
tylerweaver #scriptchat and a new dog coming into the family in a few weeks - damn fine night =) -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Exactly RT @kingisafink Writing shorts makes our feature writing better. Better at shaping scenes, cutting extraneous dialogue #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @robertamunroe u must be ready for ur third martini by now ;) #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @Chuklz these are schools where I've seen some of the best shorts come from...jus' sayin' #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ #scriptchat The same peeps goto mulitple short film fests so your name will start to get stuck in their minds ;) also great for show reel -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @TravisLegge :) #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
SissiePoohSOD hey, all... just lurking & learning a lot, as always! :) #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald Is it true you do not want to put your short online before it goes to a festival? Festivals want to premiere it? #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @robertamunroe @ninehourfilms "economy" HAS to make u a better writer. I am SO up for this challenge! #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie @robertamunroe RT A short should B made for 1 reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if U didn't make it #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz @robertamunroe North Carolina and FSU? Wow... when did this shift? #scriptchat -8:44 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe YES! RT @sunspotpictures: @purelycarrie I think shorts are best place to break rules. If short is compelling, who needs rules? #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @LifeSize re: to market: have a friend? have Twitter? a niche? don't have a niche? #expose urself, er, Film http://bit.ly/9tgQxI #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork A recent Interview w Leah Meyerhoff (@leahland) and Gaining traction with your short film. http://bit.ly/8zEUsi #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @cinemascribe speaks truth. She's been very helpful with Raymond Did It #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @purelycarrie just can't be too long... #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ #scriptchat short films and short film festivals are a great way to get your name know in the industry. Enter as many festivals as possible. -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Exactly! RT @ninehourfilms: @jeannevb Economy. U get much less time U make every image count on multiple levels & no repeating! #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @cinemascribe: anyone wants to promote a film on my site lemme kno, i get like a lot of visits.. be glad to help http://www.coreytess.com #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb PSST! RT @UncompletedWork: Where is @leahland? Shed have lots to add tonight. She made "Twitch" a very successful short film. #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Only half the picture RT @Chuklz @ninehourfilms @TravisLegge Ef #actors... I look to the Cinematographer for the most help. #scriptchat -8:43 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick Identify your market. Who needs to see your film? RT @LifesizeLD: How DO people take shorts to market? #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @purelycarrie Actually, I think shorts are the best place to break rules. If the short is compelling, who needs rules?? #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @PostwomanMovie Put your best foot forward. Don't submit a rough cut. It might get in but why chance it? #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb cool RT @kingisafink: Writing shorts makes our feature writing better. Better at shaping scenes, cutting extraneous dialogue #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines Did a 5-min web series for 3 years w/ no budget. Basically, a new 5 min film every month. You learn to write efficiently. #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge I think making $$ is fine for shorts. calling card is good too. Use them any way you can. NO WRONG ANSWER #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @jeannevb Economy, I think. You get so much less time so you really make every image count on multiple levels. & no repeating! #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LifesizeLD @GermaineJames Hey G! Come on over to #scriptchat at http://bit.ly/e5pJS we're there now. -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe anyone wants to promote a film on my site lemme kno, i get like a lot of visits.. be glad to help http://www.coreytess.com #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Sounds like football ha RT @robertamunroe: @CY_Chow #1 columbia #2 NYU #3 North Carolina #4 Florida State #5 UCLA #scriptchat -8:42 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz @ninehourfilms @TravisLegge Ef #actors... I look to the Cinematographer for the most help. #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie How often do "works in progress" get accepted into fests if they still need color correc or sound mixing? #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork Where is @leahland? She'd have lots to add to this tonight. She made "Twitch" a very successful short film. #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 Are you askign for scripts or completed short films? RT @LifesizeLD: How DO people take shorts to market? #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write I agree. and so do a lot of produced screenwriters. RT @jmiewald: @CY_Chow I say save your money and write write write #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC RT @UncompletedWork check out some great detailed notes from one of @robertamunroe's workshops last year http://bit.ly/1BnaO #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @LifesizeLD Easiest thing to accomplish. You submit to market - you're in. Then the hard work begins - marketing to buyers. #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @kingisafink: Writing shorts makes our feature writing better. Better at shaping scenes, cutting extraneous dialogue #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Writing shorts makes our feature writing better. Better at shaping scenes, cutting extraneous dialogue #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write learning a LOT. RT @jeannevb: @robertamunroe *curtsy* I know nothing of this subject & trying to bluff my way through tonight... #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 RT @UncompletedWork: Check out some great detailed notes from one of @robertamunroes workshops last year http://bit.ly/1BnaO #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @CY_Chow #1 columbia #2 NYU #3 North Carolina #4 Florida State #5 UCLA #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @CY_Chow save the $$ and go make a movie? #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @ninehourfilms so for us VIRGINS, what's the biggest diff'c btwn writing short & feature? (and dont say "length" haha) #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LifesizeLD How DO people take shorts to market? #scriptchat -8:41 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald @CY_Chow I say save your money and write write write #scriptchat -8:40 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork Oh, guys check out some great detailed notes from one of @robertamunroe's workshops last year http://bit.ly/1BnaO #scriptchat -8:40 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest re: #filmshort - take it to market. Any Way you Can. #exposure. be greedy #ScriptChat #scriptchat -8:40 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @robertamunroe *curtsy* I know nothing of this subject & trying to bluff my way through tonight... and drink heavily #scriptchat -8:40 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @jolenejahnke Yep, since it stopped making money we put it up for free on IMDb. #scriptchat -8:40 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ No worries. @cfox62 Some festivals require a "Signature Item" to be in the film and ask for exclusive rights to your film ;) #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @ninehourfilms exactly #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
CY_Chow @robertamunroe Any tips for someone who wants to apply to film school for a MFA in Screenwriting? #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @jeannevb Agreed! My short scripts have taught me SO MUCH. #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC Did I mention I'll be asking you two lots of q's? ;) RT @kingisafink: Go, @KageyNYC! #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @ninehourfilms: @TravisLegge I'm the same way. I show my work to other writers for help, why not trust the actors to help to? #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @jeannevb: *giggle* RT @robertamunroe: @UncompletedWork WTF does that mean? #scriptchat [My alien leaders just dropped me here...] -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge I am a terrible example. just lucky RT @kingisafink @TravisLegge We hear you. Still learning. Watching you for pointers ;) #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @robertamunroe re: @UnCompletedwork, tweetdeck only allows so many tweets in a time period & it cuts u off. Bastards #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke @zacsanford2 Was that Ghost Town? #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @KageyNYC: Highly rec @robertamunroe 's book. info on shorts, GREAT overview on filmmaking in general. http://bit.ly/OdzXH #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Here, here! RT @jeannevb: Im a virgin short film but even if u never make its still great learning exercise to WRITE 1. #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @cinemascribe Niche is very great! Not only in shorts, but in features too. #scriptchat -8:39 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @cinemascribe The guy that runs DC Shorts encourages niches as a tool. #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink RT @robertamunroe a short should be made for 1 reason: b/c you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb *giggle* RT @robertamunroe: @UncompletedWork WTF does that mean? #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @cinemascribe Niche is good, great even - you stand out from the crowd. #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie @Dr0id RT Don't let 'rules' keep you from writing. Some of the best shorts break them. #scriptchat >>>> Words to live by ... -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @UncompletedWork You should use tweetchat.com as it doesn't kill your API and easier to follow. #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb I'm a virgin short film person, but my gut is, even if u never make it, its still a great learning exercise to WRITE 1. #scriptchat -8:38 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @UncompletedWork WTF does that mean? #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC Highly rec @robertamunroe 's book. Excellent info on shorts, also GREAT overview on filmmaking in general. http://bit.ly/OdzXH #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @robertamunroe: a short should be made for one reason and one reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe Do you think being in a niche "topic, region, race, orientation" helps or hurts festival entrants? should u niche' market uself? #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
BellaVidaLetty RT @robertamunroe: a short should be made for one reason and one reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @TravisLegge I'm the same way. I show my work to other writers for help, why not trust the actors to help to? #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink @TravisLegge We hear you. Still learning. Watching you for pointers ;) #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork Back -- my tweetdeck API limit hit. Yikes! #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript @robertamunroe can't you say that about every project? #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @jeannevb: good luck, girl! *clink* RT @Georgia_McBride: @jeannevb Missing #scriptchat due to editing deadline. But I'm drinking along w you! Cheers! -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie @#scriptchat Is Indiegogo really a good place for marketing and building capital for one's short film? -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Even less than that! RT @sunspotpictures: You can 4 wall in LA that will qualify ur short for a few thousand. Shhh. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz RT @robertamunroe: a short should be made for one reason and one reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @robertamunroe: a short should be made for 1 reason & 1 reason only - bc u couldnt live w yourself if u didnt make it. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Also for experience. RT @zacsanford2 A short shouldn't be made to making money. It should be a calling card for future work. #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 A $12k short I produced in 2006 has recouped a little above $200 with internet distro... very poor ROI. Thankfully not my $$$ :) #scriptchat -8:37 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @AdrienneFord: Perhaps a tool for better storytelling? RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldnt be made as an ends to making money. #scriptchat -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Im a fan of the rewrite/actor improv combo. I'm not married to the page. This aint theatre @iceberg061 #scriptchat -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldn't B made as an ends 2 making $$. It shld B a calling card 4 future work 4 all ATL talent. #scriptchat -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe a short should be made for one reason and one reason only - because you couldn't live with yourself if you didn't make it. #scriptchat -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb good luck, girl! *clink* RT @Georgia_McBride: @jeannevb Missing #scriptchat due to editing deadline. But I'm drinking along w you! Cheers! -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Go, @KageyNYC! "I'll pick the best (script) & want to direct it myself." #scriptchat -8:36 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @quicksilverwest You can 4 wall a few theaters in LA that will automatically qualify your short for a few thousand. Shhh. #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldn't B made as an ends 2 making $$. It shld B a calling card 4 future work 4 all ATL talent. #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @kingisafink all the more reason to get into it now/ "Ground floor" #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord Perhaps a tool for better storytelling? RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldnt be made as an ends to making money. #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldnt be made as an ends to making money. It should be a calling card for future work #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @robertamunroe re: shorts - exhibition w/ #shortfilm? or DIY P/R? do you have a preference or other? #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb then get ur ars to #scriptchat & join us ;) On NOW! RT @afnewton: I like this RT @Dr0id Dont let rules keep you from writing. #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @MichelleSewell Very unique. Let's stay away from 'exceptions' to the rule my friends... #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Yes. RT @zacsanford2 A short shouldn't be made as an ends to making money. It should be a calling card for future work. #scriptchat -8:35 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge I strive to be :) RT @robertamunroe @TravisLegge You're an exception Travis. Believe me. #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
purelycarrie RT @zacsanford2: A short shouldn't be made as an ends to making money. It should be a calling card for future work for all ATL talent. #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Georgia_McBride @jeannevb Missing #scriptchat due to editing deadline. But I'm drinking along with you! Cheers! -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @robertamunroe were not even attended screenings. Tromadance NM couldnt say if anyone came and the other was a small town deal #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ Currently at work, getting inturrupted by consumers ;) sorry #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell Pariah was easily 30 minutes #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
afnewton I like this RT @Dr0id Don't let 'rules' keep you from writing. #scriptchat -8:34 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @TravisLegge You're an exception Travis. Believe me. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink @travislegge Good pts re: routes for shorts other than fests; Ppl still learning how to access these rtes, though. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write ha RT @kingisafink: Hey, ladies (@jeannevb @yeah_write), @philotilt's big secret: stilts. Short filmmaker indeed. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 A short shouldn't be made as an ends to making money. It should be a calling card for future work for all ATL talent. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @KageyNYC excellent! :) #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell @RobertaMunroe - I saw and loved Dee Rees' short Pariah. I noticed it made it into a lot of festivals. Unique situation? #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @robertamunroe I wholeheartedly disagree. I have done okay having been screened in exactly two fests, which for all I know (1/2) #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Thank you!! RT @sunspotpictures: Hey Roberta, incidentally I saw Happy Birthday at Hollyshorts monthly screening! Enjoyed it! #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TomismAndBeyond @robertamunroe thanks for the info so far its been very useful ! #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @robertamunroe oh wow... fund raising is so tough these days too.. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @jeannevb Three, actually. Started as one but grew. Once I nail them, I'll pick the best one & want to direct it myself. #scriptchat -8:33 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Ixnay on the iltstay. RT @kingisafink Hey, ladies (@jeannevb @yeah_write), @philotilt's big secret: stilts. Short filmmaker. #scriptchat -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb to a town near me, I hope ;) RT @kingisafink: We love taking shorts to festivals. #scriptchat -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @Chuklz You profit AFTER your fest run (home video, VOD, Babelgum, etc.) Some fests even pay SCREENING FEES ;-) #scriptchat -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @iceberg061 @zacsanford2 and much easier to do than the reverse. #scriptchat -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz RT @robertamunroe: I need to crack open this bottle of tequila...pronto! #scriptchat <--- Amen sister. -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb HAHA RT @kingisafink: Hey, ladies (@jeannevb @yeah_write), @philotilt's big secret: stilts. Short filmmaker indeed. #scriptchat -8:32 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @robertamunroe Hey Roberta, incidentally I saw "Happy Birthday" at the Hollyshorts monthly screening! Enjoyed it! #scriptchat -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @robertamunroe ty for being part of #scriptchat today! #tequila now you know ! #scriptchat #scriptchat -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @TravisLegge I agree but FIRST you want to create an audience/fan base. Fests are the best way to do this (win awards, etc.) #scriptchat -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink We love taking shorts to festivals. #scriptchat -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz @robertamunroe #scriptchat If festivals are the theatrical release, I think we're doing it wrong as far as profiting from them? -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest @Robertmunroe ty for being part of #scriptchat today! #tequila now you know ! #scriptchat -8:31 PM Mar 14th, 2010
iceberg061 It happens to the best :) RT @zacsanford2: @iceberg061 And I've seen a director turn an amazing script into a mediocre movie :) #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ @cfox62 the limit seems to usually be about 7mins and a few have been 10mins. #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Hey, ladies (@jeannevb @yeah_write), @philotilt's big secret: stilts. Short filmmaker indeed. #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @sunspotpictures streaming ad-based, iTunes, app based video for mobile, pay per view, streaming membership sites, compiled dvd #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @KageyNYC ur writing a short, aren't u, Kim? #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe I need to crack open this bottle of tequila...pronto! #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines RT @KageyNYC: Like anything new you want to learn, step 1: watch a TON of shorts. #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @jmiewald no camera, tho i saw a technique where they take live action and super over the chars.. might try it.experimenting :) #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @cinemascribe I did - referring to the Academy shorts #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb *hands u second martini* RT @robertamunroe: Geez, no wonder you guys drink while youre doing this! #scriptchat -8:30 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC Like anything new you want to learn, step 1: watch a TON of shorts. #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @robertamunroe ur short should bring us (the audience) n2 the story immediately. Let lose 3 acts lang-shorts diff #scriptchat #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe who said budgets were around 40k? #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe Geez, no wonder you guys drink while you're doing this! #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines RT @jameskick: RT @robertamunroe: your short should bring us (the audience) into the story immediately. Let's lose the 1st 2nd 3rd act language #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Never on time & always have something to say. RT @yeah_write: Those Minnesotans. #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
iceberg061 @TravisLegge that's true too! Rewrite like a boss, lol! Dialogue can easily be tweaked on set #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald @cinemascribe Oh that's cool. So its all CG? Then you will render it in high quality to project it? In other word, no camera? #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @robertamunroe No, but I dont think a feature needs theatrical release to be successful either. There are many ways to approach #scriptchat -8:29 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @TravisLegge What other route would you go with your short to get exposure? Online distributors have been crap (IMHO) #scriptchat -8:28 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb FYI: @robertamunroe is ROCKING THE HOUSE and taking names! ;) #muchlove #scriptchat -8:28 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @jmiewald i am actually working on a "learning" project made with animated/illustrated chars in after effects/premiere/flash #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @TravisLegge Really? What do you suggest? #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Those Minnesotans. RT @philontilt: Is this where the short filmmakers hang out? Errr... makers of short films? #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Live action, due to available resources :( RT @jmiewald Do any of you shoot animated shorts or is it all live action? #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb MUST WATCH Joel's SHORT! #scriptchat RT @Joelsk_: @jeannevb Thanks Pimp-a-tron @covermyscript you can watch it here joelsabadin.com -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @TravisLegge Fests ARE a shorts theatrical release...why would you say that? did you have bad experience w/ festival run? #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript @zacsanford2 that's interesting. so maybe writers should think about starting story way later, vs lengthy set up? #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @robertamunroe: your short should bring us (the audience) into the story immediately. Let's lose the 1st 2nd 3rd act language #scriptchat -8:27 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write me too. please RT @zacsanford2: @covermyscript 90% of the short was the second act. Ill send you a link to it... #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
tylerweaver @robertamunroe Absolutely. Has stand on its own - Pixar shorts are a great inspiration for that #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @quicksilverwest: RT @kingisafink Re: shorts Write what U want to see. If it means something to you - it Will resonate beyond borders. #ScriptChat #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb depends, did u bring me a drink? ;) RT @philontilt: Is this where the short filmmakers hang out? Errr... makers of short films? #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord Seems that the beginning of a short throws u into the story but will be explanatory by the finish...ie doesn't need the 1st act #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @Joelsk_: shortfilms dont have to be specific length but if ur entering it in film festivals theyll have length restrictions #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
iceberg061 Of course :) RT @jeannevb: @TravisLegge @iceberg061 and we are ALL about great writing here at #scriptchat ;) -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @MichelleSewell Hate to say it, but even hella good won't save you beyond 25 min! Big luck factor & genre more important. #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @sunspotpictures Interestingly, the Acadamy Award nominees this year all fell between 17 and 22 [ Bingo! ] #shortfilm #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe most fests length restrictions are 40 minutes or less. You can get away w/ longer short if it's a DOC. #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Probably unpopular opinion, but I dont think fests are always the way to go for shorts #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald Do any of you shoot animated shorts or is it all live action? #scriptchat -8:26 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @kingisafink we'll be seeing YOU at the Academy soon ;) #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
philontilt Is this where the short filmmakers hang out? Errr... makers of short films? #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 @jeannevb Great! #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @covermyscript 90% of the short was the second act. I'll send you a link to it, but it is horribly dark on IMDb. #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ shortfilms don't have to be a specific length but if you are entering it into film festivals they will have length restrictions #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe your short should bring us (the audience) into the story immediately. Let's lose the 1st 2nd 3rd act language -shorts are diff #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @covermyscript I LOVED @Joelsk_ #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Ooo, good to know. RT @sunspotpictures Interestingly, the Acadamy Award nominees this year all fell between 17 and 22 minutes. #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest RT @kingisafink Re: shorts Write what U want to see. If it means something to you - it Will resonate beyond borders. #ScriptChat #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge How many try? RT @Chuklz #scriptchat Where is the revenue stream for shorts? At best it seems an astronomically few get a dvd/itunes deal. -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe RT @MichelleSewell Fests prefer shorts to be under the 15 minute mark and will up your chances of acceptance #scriptchat -8:25 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @covermyscript Act 1 wasn't necessary for our short. Then again, some people could argue that there is 3 acts in it. #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @UncompletedWork @covermyscript Found him! He's Nash Edgerton @bluetonguefilms -- #scriptchat talking short films right now, Nash. -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript i did! it was genius! really wonderfully well done and conceived. so impressed! RT @jeannevb: u shld watch @Joelsk_ 's short. #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke Anyone interested in writing short films should check out @ShortIsBetter script contest. http://www.screenplay-competition.com/ #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick RT @SunspotPictures: @MichelleSewell Yes. 30 minute shorts eat up multiple festival slots. They're harder to get accepted. #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Yikes. RT @robertamunroe: @sunspotpictures And they all had budgets minimum $40k #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript so is act 1 unnecessary? RT @zacsanford2: ultra condensed story of a features second and third act. 1st act setup was cut. #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @jmiewald love The Wrong Trousers, but definitely had 3 acts.. right... #scriptchat -8:24 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord RT @kingisafink @quicksilverwest Write what YOU want to see. If it means something to you - it Will resonate beyond borders. Art #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell @sunspotpictures I noticed that. So there are exceptions, but it has to be hella good...lol #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TomismAndBeyond @robertamunroe @robertamunroe Do short films have a set structure? and what is the longest time wise, a short film can be? #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @covermyscript u shld watch @Joelsk_ 's short. #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @sunspotpictures And they all had budgets minimum $40k #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Not necessarily not either. Key: Does it NEED 30 minutes? RT @garnerhaines @TravisLegge Not necessarily. (30 min short) #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 For Cannes you have to be under the 15 minute mark. #scriptchat -8:23 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald South Park #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Re: shorts RT @quicksilverwest Write what YOU want to see. If it means something to you - it Will resonate beyond borders. Art. #ScriptChat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe my fave short films... but i think it is more visual.. script must have been very descriptive.. http://www.entusbrazos.fr/ #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @MichelleSewell Interestingly though, the Acadamy Award nominees this year all fell between 17 and 22 minutes. #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript @KageyNYC that's what everyone is saying. i love a well structured film. is interesting to see it done well, differently. #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Chuklz #scriptchat Where is the revenue stream for shorts? At best it seems an astronomically few get a dvd/itunes deal. -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork @KageyNYC Sorry, blanking on that. (@covermyscript) #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald RT @garnerhaines: @TravisLegge "The Wrong Trousers" #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb woot! Need to finish this Sundance submission, then I'm ON IT! xo RT @GeneMarie1: @jeannevb Im in. #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @covermyscript Granted he had major stunt work but highlighted his strengths as a filmmaker, didn't try to cram in a full story #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @MichelleSewell Fests prefer shorts to be under the 15 minute mark and will up your chances of acceptances into such festivals. #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
tylerweaver @jolenejahnke It was - I'm just a purist =) #scriptchat. -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @MichelleSewell Based on what usually gets in my observation is 8 - 17 minutes is optimal length. #scriptchat -8:22 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @sunspotpictures great to see u ;) #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines @TravisLegge "The Wrong Trousers" #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe RT @sunspotpictures: @MichelleSewell Yes. 30 minute shorts eat up multiple festival slots. Theyre harder to get accepted. #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 @jeannevb I'm in. #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink @cinemascribe Hard to define "very successful short." Andrea Arnold's WASP got her attn & funding for her subsequent features. #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @UncompletedWork You'll miss out on opportunities like getting in labs (i.e.Sundance) #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Saw RT @cinemascribe Does anyone have an example of a very successful short film made from a great script? #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @covermyscript Basically the short was an ultra condensed story of a features second and third act. 1st act setup was cut. #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sunspotpictures @MichelleSewell Yes. 30 minute shorts eat up multiple festival slots. They're harder to get accepted. #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @covermyscript I remember ex. of a stuntman who made v successful shorts, no 3 acts. @UncompletedWork do you remember his name? #scriptchat -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 RT @kingisafink: We honed short writing skills w/ timed contests like those offered by NYC Midnight #scriptchat http://bit.ly/Ou6dK -8:21 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines @TravisLegge Not necessarily. (30 min short) #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript how do u choose plot points when using alt structure? RT @sdarancette: whether 30 pages or 50 pages, I just keep it in mind. #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke @tylerweaver Wait, wasn't District 9 originally written as a short? #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb our @Joelsk_ did a GREAT short via his CELL PHONE! In finals at Aussie fest. Hey, Joel, post the link PLZ #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork @robertamunroe have a feature script ready to go if film gets into a major festival? Consequences of not being prepared? #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest Hi all re: 3 acts: Write what YOU want to see. If it means something to you - it Will resonate beyond borders. Art. #ScriptChat #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick Also makes it better for actors with juicier starring roles RT @yeah_write: @jameskick Limited characters too? #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @MichelleSewell There is rarely a time short shld be 30min. I showed maybe 4 out of 450 at Sundance in 5 years #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ I used these ideas when approaching my short film "Frequency" Which was a finalist in the Cell Phone section of Tropfest #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie Would u recommend hiring a publicist to help increase the fan base of a short film? #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge if the story supports it RT @MichelleSewell @RobertaMunroe is there ever a reason to have a 30 minutes short? Is that too long? #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC ✔ RT @kingisafink We honed short writing skills w/ timed contests like those offered by NYC Midnight http://bit.ly/Ou6dK #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 @kingisafink How wonderful! I'm scared lol! But I think I'm going to try to write something! See what I come up with. Thank you! #scriptchat -8:20 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @GeneMarie1 i'll give it a shot if u will :) #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @tylerweaver I think you can have a short that represents your feature. Though it MUST be a complete story in and of itself #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines A local contest for 1 page scripts. (NB: not 1 minute) Failed 2x, then saw was more about gaming the page than efficient story #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb will post 2night RT @yeah_write: @AdrienneFord Check out the Euro chat transcript. There were several links for watching shorts. #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell @RobertaMunroe is there ever a reason to have a 30 minutes short? Is that too long? #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord @yeah_write Thanks :) #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
tylerweaver #shortfilm #scriptchat - that said, don't be afraid to explore a story within the storyworld of your feature as a short. -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ Shorts need to be simple. You can get away with a small budget and tiny production costs by keeping the idea simple #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick @FurryWolfen how many actors you send it to? Why do they say no? Ask for feedback, it makes your work better #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Dont let rules stop ya from anything ever RT @Dr0id Don't let 'rules' keep you from writing. Some if the best shorts break them. #scriptchat -8:19 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @cinemascribe go to the Resource page on my site http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way Watch "Youth In Us" #scriptchat -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb cool RT @kingisafink: @jeannevb @GeneMarie1 We honed short writing skills w timed contests like NYC Midnight #scriptchat http://bit.ly/Ou6dK -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sdarancette @covermyscript Doesn't matter how short it is whether 30 pages or 50 pages, I just keep it in mind. #scriptchat -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 @jeannevb Myself as well. To be concise & yet powerful in such a short amount of time. #scriptchat -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
tylerweaver #shortfilm #scriptchat - never write a short that you want to be a feature. - create within the form that can only be OF that form. -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @TravisLegge @iceberg061 and we are ALL about great writing here at #scriptchat ;) -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @AdrienneFord Check out the Euro chat transcript. There were several links for watching shorts. #scriptchat -8:18 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript how'd that work? RT @zacsanford2: A short I produced only had the 2nd and 3rd act, but a beginning, middle and end. #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe Does anyone have an example of a very successful short film made from a great script? #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @Dr0id: Dont let rules keep you from writing. Some if the best shorts break them. #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick Yeah, dont stretch the concept. Develop 2-3 good characters RT @yeah_write: @jameskick Limited characters too? #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @PostwomanMovie You should have a feature script READY once your short is on fest circuit no one's waiting for you to write it #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Absolutely. Why do it if its meh? RT @jeannevb @iceberg061 but to attract a great director, u need to write it well @TravisLegge #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink @jeannevb @GeneMarie1 We honed short writing skills w/ timed contests like those offered by NYC Midnight #scriptchat http://bit.ly/Ou6dK -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell LOL - good point. #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord anywhere on the web you can go to watch different genres of shorts? #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript that's interesting. RT @robertamunroe: Shorts have the luxury to not have 3 acts and 95% of successful ones do not have that. #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Dr0id Don't let 'rules' keep you from writing. Some if the best shorts break them. #scriptchat -8:17 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @covermyscript A short I produced only had the 2nd and 3rd act, but a beginning, middle and end. #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Joel's IN THE HOUSE! RT @Joelsk_: ooo #scriptchat is on!! Talking short films. #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie Should one shop around their feature script before or after the run of their short film? #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @MichelleSewell Workshopping with actors gives you the opportunity to see where the script puts people to sleep. #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript how do u do it? RT @sdarancette: I don't normally physically duplicate 3 acts on a short, but the 3 acts are always there. #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @robertamunroe: okay you guys...I'm typing as fast as I can LOL #scriptchat [You were debriefed right? ;-P -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @robertamunroe Don't worry if you miss something. We are crazy fast here. #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @iceberg061 but to attract a great director, u need to write it well @TravisLegge #scriptchat -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
Joelsk_ ooo #scriptchat is on!! Talking short films. -8:16 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @covermyscript Shorts have the luxury to not have 3 acts and 95% of successful ones do not have that. #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge However I can write my own mediocre scripts ;) @iceberg061 #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke #shortfilm RT @jameskick: think about writing a script that can be shot on a low budget in limited settings. #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell what is the advantage of workshopping the script with actors? what should you be looking for? #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @GeneMarie1 I havent written 1 either but i'd like the challenge of staying concise #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe okay you guys...I'm typing as fast as I can LOL #scriptchat -8:15 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge true RT @iceberg061 @TravisLegge don't rely solely on the script. Great directors can turn a mediocre script into a masterpiece #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @jameskick Limited characters too? #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript well, @robertamunroe, wouldn't you agree every story has 3 acts, regardless of length. short or long same , no? #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @jameskick: think about writing a script that can be shot on a low budget in limited settings. Doing that w/ #winterfilm #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
DerrickDmx how long are shorts story's supposed to be? #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @iceberg061 Hmm, I'd have to beg to disagree. Great actors can help a bad script. But why not just work with a good one? #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 @iceberg061 And I've seen a director turn an amazing script into a mediocre movie :) #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick think about writing a script that can be shot on a low budget in limited settings. Doing that w/ #winterfilm #scriptchat -8:14 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @AdrienneFord I was so afraid you wouldnt know we were talking this tonight. Relieved to see you here ;) #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @TravisLegge Exactly #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TomismAndBeyond @robertamunroe so if we put the 3 act structure to the side for a moment, what sort of structure do you suggest for a short? #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
GeneMarie1 I've never written a short. What's the key(s) to writing a short? I'm thinking of giving it a go. #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford We're talking short films at #scriptchat right now. Follow the hash at http://tweetchat.com/room/scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sdarancette @covermyscript I don't normally physically duplicate 3 acts on a short, but the 3 acts are always there. #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
iceberg061 @TravisLegge don't rely solely on the script. Great directors can turn a mediocre script into a masterpiece #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord Yes! Thanks for doing this! RT @jeannevb: @AdrienneFord there u are... u the one who requested this topic while we were drunk #scriptchat -8:13 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @LisaFromNYC depends on what you want those shorts to do for you. I'd say keep them fresh, not a collection of similar themes #scriptchat -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @Trigonis PSSST #scriptchat and SHORTS on NOW -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @wackeychan Can't wait to watch! #scriptchat is ON now... talking shorts psstt #nudge -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge (2/2) also build a fan base, then go to dvd or other routes (ppv, membership sites, itunes) with related/compiled content #scriptchat -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @cinemascribe Get your script read/reviewed, do workshops w/ actors #scriptchat -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC @robertamunroe How about a truncated 3-act structure? #scriptchat -8:12 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @ninehourfilms Cool.. that is encouraging.. is the film somewhere on the net? #scriptchat -8:11 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @cinemascribe the length should match the story - it doesn't take 20 minutes to tell an 8 min story. KNOW what your story is. #scriptchat -8:11 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Any writer who's seen your work will jump at the chance RT @jameskick looking 4 material to direct/produce http://bit.ly/tdAsx #scriptchat -8:11 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC @robertamunroe Is is better to have a short OR a collection of shorts to make a full length w/a recurring theme throughout? #scriptchat -8:11 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @KageyNYC: RT @jameskick: And yeah, I'm always looking at material to direct or produce. http://www.jameskicklighter.com #scriptchat -8:11 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @AdrienneFord there u are... weren't u the one who requested this topic while we were drunk at the Oscars? ;) #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork @robertamunroe You do need a clear beginning middle and end, no? How does a writer reconcile that when working short vs feature? #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @cinemascribe That's how my screenwriting prof. sold her first feature, catching a producer's eye with a short. #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe what page range is a short generally? #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Stream sites, for sure (1/2) RT @jmiewald @TravisLegge Could you elaborate on that? Do you mean YouTube / etc or something else? #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @MichelleSewell Tell a complete story - whether it's a one note joke or payoff or family drama. #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
quicksilverwest #Filmmakers | @Scriptchat LIVE. 3.14.10 Panel: @RobertaMunroe. Topic: #shortfilm credit/exp. Follow #scriptchat Sundays 5PM PDT / 8PM EDT -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick Touche RT @robertamunroe: @jameskick Not always the case. Backstory can be told through character, camera and location #scriptchat -8:10 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord How much does a script vary from feature to short RT @ninehourfilms more luck w/ people liking my short scripts than feature 1s #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @yeah_write We're in panic mode now, but in a good way : ) #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC RT @jameskick: And yeah, I'm always looking at material to direct or produce. http://www.jameskicklighter.com #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink RT @robertamunroe biggest mistake in short film structure is often they try to mimic Feature 3 act structure - don't do it #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @robertamunroe can making a short film be a doorway to selling a feature script? #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms @robertamunroe I also find a lot of people just go on too long. Get in, get out! #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @jameskick I'll be calling you when mine is ready. #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
MichelleSewell so what is the structure for a short? #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @robertamunroe: @UncompletedWork biggest mistake in short film structure is often they try to mimic Feature 3 act structure - don't do it #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Hear THAT peeps? RT @jameskick: And yeah, Im always looking at material to direct or produce. http://www.jameskicklighter.com #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald @TravisLegge Could you elaborate on that? Do you mean YouTube / etc or something else? #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink Yes - people love great shorts to watch online RT @jmiewald: My biggest question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:09 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write @ninehourfilms Hey, how are you? Is filming going well? #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb FYI, I'll be linking @robertamunroe's workshop to our blog www.scriptchat.com #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @UncompletedWork biggest mistake in short film structure is often they try to mimic Feature 3 act structure - don't do it #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write RT @ninehourfilms: Ive had a lot more luck with people liking my short scripts than the feature ones, I admit. #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick And yeah, I'm always looking at material to direct or produce. http://www.jameskicklighter.com #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @ninehourfilms what r the challenges in writing a short compared to feature? #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
covermyscript RT @UncompletedWork: In fact, I tweeted one of @robertamunroe workshops last year http://bit.ly/T2iYa check it out. #scriptchat -8:08 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write RT @PostwomanMovie: I have also attended @robertamunroes workshop and it is fabulous. #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ninehourfilms I've had a lot more luck with people liking my short scripts than the feature ones, I admit. #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC You hear that folks! RT @TravisLegge: @KageyNYC I would LOVE the chance to direct someone else's short, if the script is good #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @jameskick HUGE market for shorts - it's about knowing WHO your audience is...there are many #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge Yes. Online for sure RT @AdrienneFord RT @jmiewald: My biggest question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jolenejahnke @garnerhaines I'll save you a seat! #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork What is the biggest mistake you see in short film script structure @robertamunroe? #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb we'll find u 1 ;) RT @TravisLegge: @KageyNYC I would LOVE the chance to direct someone elses short, if the script is good #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
sdarancette #scriptchat Again I say, everyone in Hollywood owes their career to Corman. Good or bad. -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
PostwomanMovie I have also attended @robertamunroe's workshop and it is fabulous. #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
zacsanford2 Not really to make $, but to use as calling card RT @jmiewald: My biggest question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:07 PM Mar 14th, 2010
garnerhaines @jolenejahnke Be right there! #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @KageyNYC I would LOVE the chance to direct someone else's short, if the script is good #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick It's a calling card for your work RT @AdrienneFord: RT @jmiewald: My big question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork In fact, I tweeted one of @robertamunroe workshops last year http://bit.ly/T2iYa check it out. #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC HIGHLY recommended! RT @jeannevb: btw peeps, @robertamunroe gives GREAT workshop! @kageynyc & @uncompletedwork have attended. #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @jameskick Not always the case. Backstory can be told through character, camera and location #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @MJ_Slide never. Hey, #scriptchat is on now, talking shorts ;) -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @cinemascribe im sure the topic is writing, im sure Ill veer off into directing/producing. Im too scatterbrained 2 stay on topic #scriptchat -8:06 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork RT @jeannevb: btw peeps, @robertamunroe gives GREAT workshop! @kageynyc & @uncompletedwork have both attended. #scriptchat [Excellent guests -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
AdrienneFord RT @jmiewald: My biggest question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe RT @robertamunroe: @UncompletedWork I felt like I had all this insider info from programming Sundance for 5 years...I wanted filmmakers to have it #scriptchat -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC @robertamunroe Many at #scriptchat aren't going to direct but would love short film credit/exp. How best to connect w/dirs seeking material? -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb everything & anything RT @cinemascribe: @TravisLegge @jeannevb writing for short film or actually directing and producing it? #scriptchat -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @UncompletedWork it is possible to make a great short with little money if you have the right script http://tinyurl.com/y8q5way #scriptchat -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jameskick The trick to making a successful short is telling a story that doesn't require a backstory. #scriptchat -8:05 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb btw peeps, @robertamunroe gives GREAT workshop! @kageynyc & @uncompletedwork have both attended. #scriptchat -8:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
robertamunroe @UncompletedWork I felt like I had all this insider info from programming Sundance for 5 years...I wanted filmmakers to have it #scriptchat -8:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe @TravisLegge @jeannevb writing for short film or actually directing and producing it? #scriptchat -8:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald My biggest question is about the market for shorts. Is there one? #scriptchat -8:04 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Check out @robertamunroe http://www.robertamunroe.com/ #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
kingisafink It's #scriptchat USA time! On tap tonight: @robertamunroe talkin' bout shorts! -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
UncompletedWork Out of the gate @robertamunroe What was final straw to prompt you to write "How Not to Make a Short Film"? http://bit.ly/aDlJSm #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb ;) RT @TravisLegge: @jeannevb Im all about jumping into shorts :P #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge RT @jeannevb: @robertamunroe so happy to have you with us, Roberta! I'll be pimping out ur link :) http://www.robertamunroe.com/ #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jmiewald @yeah_write Thank you :) #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
ttimechitchat about to check into #scriptchat. If u r a #writer #screenwriter come join in the fun! http://tweetchat.com/room/scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb @robertamunroe so happy to have you with us, Roberta! I'll be pimping out ur link :) http://www.robertamunroe.com/ #scriptchat -8:03 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Subbing chocolate for vodka tonight. #scriptchat -8:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
TravisLegge @jeannevb Im all about jumping into shorts :P #scriptchat -8:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
cinemascribe hey peeps, i am about to chat at #scriptchat so sorry in advance to my fashion, travel and general chit chat followers... -8:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb So who wants to jump into SHORTS... ok, not MY short, but Short Films #scriptchat -8:02 PM Mar 14th, 2010
LisaFromNYC Ready for tonight's Talk about making SHORT FILMS. Starting now. #scriptchat -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write great to see you here. RT @jmiewald: I believe I will do the #scriptchat thing. -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
KageyNYC It's #scriptchat time, so I'll be tweeting about short films with the #scriptchat gang for the next hr. If this is your kind of thing, join! -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb RT @iscamedia: @jeannevb Can't make #scriptchat but posted this in Feb. - u may find interesting. Hope all goes well :) http://ow.ly/1kvCx -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
yeah_write Crazy tweets for the next hour. Cuz it's #scriptchat time. Ignore if not interested in short films. -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
jeannevb Let the party begin! Tonight we have @robertamunroe IN THE HOUSE! How NOT to Make a Short Film.... barrage her w questions ;) #scriptchat -8:01 PM Mar 14th, 2010
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