EURO chat talks GENRE and USA chat has Great American Pitchfest as guests

Scriptchat TOPIC: EURO chat discusses GENRE and USA chat has special guests Signe Olynyk @Screenwriter12 and Bob Schultz @PitchfestBob of Great American Pitchfest!

It’s unusual for us to have different chat topics at the two timeslots, but sometimes topics on either side of the pond don’t jive.  The Great Amercian Pitchfest (GAPF) is an pitching event in LA every June where writers can connect with hundreds of industry professionals.  Bob and Signe will walk us through how best to use the event.  Much of their information will apply to a variety of pitchfests, not just the GAPF, so if you ever want to attend one, read on!  @jeannevb

EURO moderator: Mina Zaher, @DreamsGrafter

USA moderator: Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb

EURO chat: Genre 

7:00 pm                DreamsGrafter:                #SCRIPTCHAT  O'CLOCK: We're talking GENRE tonight ... Let's GO! ... :)

7:01 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @filmutopia - I'll tweet more of thoughts about the iPad after #scriptchat

7:02 pm             filmutopia:             @DreamsGrafter Of course #scriptchat

7:02 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington That's awesome you can join us Oli. It's been a while. Hope you're feeling ok. #scriptchat

7:03 pm             lizziside:             Someone is getting older today, I gather. Happy B/day @zacsanford #scriptchat

7:04 pm             jeannevb:             hey all! Rewriting, rewriting, rewriting... will try to lurk as I do #scriptchat

7:04 pm             LisaFromNYC:             Happy BDay! RT @lizziside Someone is getting older today, I gather. Happy B/day @zacsanford #scriptchat

7:04 pm             DreamsGrafter:             So how important is Genre when deciding on your story/script? #scriptchat

7:04 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Do you pick Genre first or go with the story and try to find a genre for it. #scriptchat

7:05 pm             chained:             #scriptchat are there any DVDs on genre ? Eg in thedialgueseries or #screenwriting expo worth getting ???

7:05 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Are people choosing the most commercial genres to write? i.e. Horror/Thrillers Or going with what they enjoy the most? #scriptchat

7:05 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Great to be back! And I'm doing OK, ta. #scriptchat

7:06 pm             lizziside:             I have a number of ideas stored and all fitting different genre...so story first for me #scriptchat

7:06 pm             olilewington:             Apologies to all my non-writer followers: Euro #scriptchat means I'll be bleating rapid Tweets for the next hour or so.

7:07 pm             DreamsGrafter:             http://bit.ly/asYxWL Here's a page on the Dialogue Series. #scriptchat

7:07 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter The ideas find me somehow. Most of them overlap the edge of horror somewhere though #scriptchat

7:07 pm             filmutopia:             @DreamsGrafter Actually, the most commercial genres are family and children's... but most people seem to avoid them #scriptchat

7:07 pm             lizziside:             personally I go for what I feel in my heart like saying, then think how to say in filmic lang and then how to fit genre #scriptchat

7:07 pm             olilewington:             Always been my main question RT @DreamsGrafter: Do you pick Genre first or go with the story #scriptchat

7:08 pm             lizziside:             Yes, I feel like John --horror aside :-) RT @johnrackham: @DreamsGrafter The ideas find me somehow. #scriptchat

7:08 pm             johnrackham:             I keep being told that the biggest hole in the market is romance, romantic comedy and family. #scriptchat

7:09 pm             olilewington:             I'm increasingly leaning towards finding a genre ahead of time, based on being able to find audiences for my films. #scriptchat

7:09 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @filmutopia Oh yes, that's true. Family films. I wish I'd written The Goonies. #scriptchat

7:09 pm             olilewington:             But I think family is hard to reach w/out wide release RT @johnrackham: I keep being told that the biggest market is family. #scriptchat

7:09 pm             filmutopia:             @DreamsGrafter Yes, me too! LOL #scriptchat

7:10 pm             lizziside:             @olilewington Interesting, could you detail that process? #scriptchat

7:10 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Family films: would you consider writing them? If not, why? #scriptchat (thanks @filmutopia for reminder about family films)

7:10 pm             johnrackham:             @filmutopia Me three! #scriptchat

7:11 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter Kida are very intelligent, as a writer u've got to be up to it w/out messing about #scriptchat

7:11 pm             lupiilu:             Good evening sorry for the late arrival all. :) #scriptchat

7:12 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Yes, please elaborate. RT @lizziside @olilewington Interesting, could you detail that process? #scriptchat

7:12 pm             LynneRice:             Recent addiction to S Korean dramas - sweet romances and rom coms made me realize what is missing in the American market. #scriptchat

7:12 pm             LisaFromNYC:             @DreamsGrafter and harry potter #scriptchat

7:12 pm             booksbelow:             Isn't scriptchat at 8 GMT, I thought it was only 7 there now? #scriptchat

7:12 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter I'd love to write a family film or a romance, but I don't think I have it in me. #scriptchat

7:13 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lupiilu Hi Lucy, we're talking GENRE tonight. What are your thoughts? #scriptchat

7:13 pm             filmutopia:             #scriptchat I've never seen the point in writing for a genre I don't adore. Which is why I write dark comedy and thrillers #scriptchat

7:13 pm             olilewington:             A lot of the new distribution model for indie films involves identifying your audience and bringing them on-board early on #scriptchat

7:13 pm             olilewington:             Writing a script taylored to an audience you're aware of and can cater to is the logical next step. #scriptchat

7:13 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @johnrackham Why not? i.e. you write action adventures already ... #scriptchat

7:15 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington That fits in with @filmutopia's theory on the iPad. i.e. writing for a specific audience. #scriptchat

7:15 pm             olilewington:             RT @DreamsGrafter: @olilewington That fits in with @filmutopia's theory on the iPad. i.e. writing for a specific audience. #scriptchat

7:16 pm             johnrackham:             @LynneRice Of course, I love lots of Korean films. I think their freshness comes from not having to fit the Hollywood formula. #scriptchat

7:16 pm             filmutopia:             @DreamsGrafter LOL you know me, I love a target audience. It also relates to last week's post on market research #scriptchat

7:17 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Absolutely, I think it's going to be more & more important for indie filmmakers & therefore indie writers, too #scriptchat

7:17 pm             lupiilu:             @DreamsGrafter sorry hun, had to restart again. #scriptchat

7:17 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @booksbelow Sorry, it's 8pm BST. I think sometimes GMT is used to denote UK time in relation to PST/EST tht's also used for #scriptchat.

7:18 pm             thewritertype:             #scriptchat Teenage Vampire genre is over. Angels are the new vampires, I hear. Plus "Glee". Singing Teenangels?

7:19 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @LynneRice Hi Lynne, welcome to EURO #SCRIPTCHAT ... what do you think is missing from US market re genre?

7:19 pm             LisaFromNYC:             Rom/Com formulas make it difficult for me 2 be as creative. #scriptchat

7:19 pm             filmutopia:             #scriptchat Although based on my viewing preferences I should be writing Sci-Fi and Crime! LOL

7:20 pm             olilewington:             @thewritertype Sounds like a plan to me - except it'd would end up making me hurl... #scriptchat

7:20 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington @filmutopia - I'm not sure all screenwriters think about target audience enough. #scriptchat

7:20 pm             lizziside:             Quite frankly I'm more interested in sub-genres #scriptchat

7:20 pm             olilewington:             Interesting point from @filmutopia: should you only write to genres you enjoy, or can you learn enough about the others? #scriptchat

7:21 pm             booksbelow:             Is historical a genre in itself, or just an aspect of another genre? Is it the hardest to sell? #scriptchat

7:21 pm             olilewington:             Agreed - we need to RT @DreamsGrafter: @olilewington @filmutopia - not sure screenwriters think about target audience enough. #scriptchat

7:21 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lupiilu Thanks cool babe. How's your writing going? What genre are you writing in and why? #scriptchat

7:21 pm             filmutopia:             @DreamsGrafter Not so much target audiences, as target producers... unless you are going to self-produce #scriptchat

7:22 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Why? Bigger market reach? More interesting creatively? RT @lizziside Quite frankly I'm more interested in sub-genres #scriptchat

7:22 pm             booksbelow:             RT @filmutopia: @DreamsGrafter Not so much target audiences, as target producers... unless you are going to self-produce #scriptchat

7:22 pm             lupiilu:             @olilewington I enjoy so many genres, I have five scripts planned, across 3 diff genres #scriptchat

7:22 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Screenwriters must think about: RT @filmutopia: Not so much target audiences, as target producers unless going to self-produce #scriptchat

7:22 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter Well, maybe the family films, but romance would be a very hard stretch - too much pain #scriptchat

7:23 pm             LynneRice:             Simplicity of S. Korean romances and wholesome comedy @DreamsGrafter what do you think is missing from US market re genre? #scriptchat

7:23 pm             lupiilu:             @DreamsGrafter at the mo it's a supernatural/action/thriller, next is romcom, I'm eclectic! #scriptchat

7:23 pm             olilewington:             Interestingly, subgenres may well be the kind of niche places indie filmmakers need to aim their stuff, so says @jon_reiss #scriptchat

7:24 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Most expensive to produce? RT @booksbelow: Is historical a genre in itself, or aspect of another genre? Is it hardest to sell? #scriptchat

7:24 pm             olilewington:             @lupiilu I think eclectic is a good thing - certainly when you're starting out & avoiding being button-holed #scriptchat

7:25 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter I think of the main genre as a hat, but what's inside is my scope. I suppose you catch 2 pigeons with a bean, yes #scriptchat

7:25 pm             LynneRice:             We've focused so much on high concept and shock value in genre we've lost the basic human conflicts of life. #scriptchat

7:25 pm             olilewington:             So depends where you're touting it RT @DreamsGrafter: Most expensive to produce? RT @booksbelow: Is historical hardest to sell? #scriptchat

7:25 pm             thewritertype:             #scriptchat Don't write for target audience, write for target genre and it'll find the audience.

7:26 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lupiilu Do you think you'll focus on one genre eventually? i.e. when you see your strengths in one more than the other? #scriptchat

7:26 pm             DreamsGrafter:             RT @olilewington: So depends where you're touting it RT @DreamsGrafter: Most expensive to produce? RT @booksbelow: Is historical hardest to sell? #scriptchat

7:26 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter Elizabeth Chadwick, who's written great historical novels, says she can't get a film deal because of expense. #scriptchat

7:27 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter Ridley Scott seems to be in love with the genre though #scriptchat

7:27 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington Can you elaborate re historical stories? What would make the difference? @booksbelow #scriptchat

7:28 pm             lizziside:             @LynneRice I agree, but mainstream productions can bear universal values and have the means to reach out to more ppl #scriptchat

7:28 pm             booksbelow:             The expense of historical stories would vary a lot depending on time period and locations, I would think. #scriptchat

7:29 pm             LisaFromNYC:             many r about 3D wow shots RT @LynneRice We've focused so much on high concept & shock value in genre we've lost the basic... #scriptchat

7:29 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @johnrackham He is isn't he! With film being a director's medium, he'll have more chance than Elizabeth Chadwick unfortunately. #scriptchat

7:30 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Anyone writing horrors? They're relatively cheap to make (esp. single location stories) with potential for wide profit margin. #scriptchat

7:30 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @thewritertype Hi Paul, welcome! :) #scriptchat

7:31 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Working on a horror at the moment, actually, altho finding it tough going #scriptchat

7:31 pm             lizziside:             existing audience or 1 to round up? RT @olilewington Writing a script taylored to an audience you're aware of and can cater to ..#scriptchat

7:32 pm             lupiilu:             @olilewington I'm eclectic in everything I do, I like writing supernatural action, doubt could do straight action though #scriptchat

7:32 pm             olilewington:             @lizziside Not as in existing "fanbase" but an audience you know will be interested: zombie horror fans, for instance. #scriptchat

7:32 pm             booksbelow:             RT @olilewington: Pitching historical/period to indie prods is a tough sell. Studios/agents more viable, bt tougher #scriptchat

7:32 pm             LynneRice:             Look at Sherlock Holmes - visually captivating movie with spx galore but in the end empty bc underlying conflict shallow #scriptchat

7:33 pm             LisaFromNYC:             @DreamsGrafter I have 1 horror outlined (sev locales though) & another 2/3 to 1st draft (cheaper) #scriptchat

7:33 pm             lupiilu:             @DreamsGrafter possibly, I'll have to see what I enjoy the most and hopefully, what sells the most. #scriptchat

7:33 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington Are you a horror fan? Or are you learning about the genre as you write the script? #scriptchat

7:33 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter @booksbelow Pitching historical/period to indie prods is a tough sell. Studios/agents more viable, bt tougher #scriptchat

7:34 pm             LynneRice:             Do you have a bible of genre expectations and notes to hit as you write? #scriptchat

7:34 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Bit of both - I do like horror, but am not a massive, obsessive fan. So it's intriguing breaking it down. #scriptchat

7:34 pm             PennyAsh:             @LynneRice Yes! Sherlock had no story #scriptchat

7:34 pm             booksbelow:             I think historical isn't really a genre, but a type of romance, drama, comedy, mystery, etc. #scriptchat

7:35 pm             johnrackham:             @dklon writes horror and has written a book on how to write it. Unfortunately he's not in the chat today #scriptchat

7:35 pm             Onewordtoomuch:             RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat Don't write for target audience, write for target genre and it'll find the audience.

7:35 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @LisaFromNYC That's cool. So as you go between the scripts with each draft, you'll have learnt something from the other. :) #scriptchat

7:35 pm             thewritertype:             #scriptchat "Robin Hood" & "Gladiator" are action films set in the 'past', not 'historical' genre - which is hard to fund.

7:36 pm             lizziside:             RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat "Robin Hood" & "Gladiator" are action films set in the past, not historical genre #scriptchat

7:36 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lupiilu Enjoy discovering your forte! :) #scriptchat

7:37 pm             jeannevb:             @DreamsGrafter so sorry I can't be here today... so much rewriting ;( Can't wait to read the transcript later! #scriptchat

7:37 pm             LisaFromNYC:             I luv westerns, but there are so few. Is this due to cost or not enough audience? #scriptchat

7:37 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @booksbelow RT @thewritertype #scriptchat Robin Hood & Gladiator are action films set in past, not 'historical' genre which is hard 2 fund.

7:38 pm             lizziside:             I tend not to like strict categorizations and I consider genre a trace not a religious code #scriptchat

7:38 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @jeannevb No worries babe. So cool your rewrite's going well. Keep at it! #wearerootingforyou! :) #scriptchat

7:38 pm             filmutopia:             #scriptchat Of course if you're European you don't need to worry about genre, it's automatically "world cinema" (joke) #scriptchat

7:38 pm             PennyAsh:             @LisaFromNYC Both I think, and the fact not many write a good western #scriptchat

7:38 pm             johnrackham:             @thewritertype Scott also produced The Pillars of the Earth for tv, which I think is historical #scriptchat

7:39 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter In my experience one can tell when a script has been written with commercial possibility in mind. #scriptchat

7:39 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside What do you mean trace? #scriptchat

7:39 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @LisaFromNYC Get hold of Brigands of Rattleborge script if you like dark Western. Very Cormac McCarthy #scriptchat

7:39 pm             olilewington:             Only JUST joking...RT @filmutopia: #scriptchat if youre European you dont need to worry about genre, its "world cinema" (joke) #scriptchat

7:39 pm             lizziside:             LOL RT @filmutopia: #scriptchat Of course if youre European you dont need to worry about genre, its automatically "world cinema" #scriptchat

7:39 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Haha! RT @filmutopia #scriptchat if you're European u don't need to worry about genre, it's automatically "world cinema" (joke) #scriptchat

7:39 pm             johnrackham:             @LisaFromNYC I want to make a supernatural western in Spain. #scriptchat Horses are expensive.

7:40 pm             DreamsGrafter:             RT @mona_benjamin: @DreamsGrafter In my experience one can tell when a script has been written with commercial possibility in mind. #scriptchat

7:40 pm             rabbitandcrow:             What are the genres in theatre historically? #scriptchat

7:40 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter i.e. when the subject/genre is not genuinely felt or has not developed organically. #scriptchat

7:40 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Is that good or bad? RT @mona_benjamin: one can tell when a script has been written with commercial possibility in mind. #scriptchat

7:40 pm             LisaFromNYC:             will do RT @Robin_Eveleigh @LisaFromNYC Get hold of Brigands of Rattleborge script if u like dark Western. Very Cormac McCarthy #scriptchat

7:40 pm             Psalm_Esther:             @DreamsGrafter Family films r an integral part of bringing families 2gether. I'd be honored if my scripts did that #scriptchat

7:40 pm             dklon:             @johnrackham I'm here. #scriptchat

7:42 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Comedy/Tragedy/Historical? RT @rabbitandcrow: What are the genres in theatre historically? #scriptchat

7:42 pm             johnrackham:             @dklon Hi Devin. Mina @DreamsGrafter was asking about horror screenwriters. #scriptchat

7:42 pm             fnafilms:             Haha! RT @filmutopia Of course if you're European you don't need to worry about genre, it's automatically "world cinema" (joke) #scriptchat

7:42 pm             olilewington:             Do you think writing with "commercial" focus in mind automatically mean it's not an organically developed script? @mona_benjamin #scriptchat

7:42 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter Sorry, I mean I use it as a kind of general guide-line to make sure i don't get off track too much #scriptchat

7:42 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @johnrackham I have an idea for a Western horror bubbling. #scriptchat

7:42 pm             LisaFromNYC:             @johnrackham That sounds interesting. Doesn't spain have those famous white horses? #scriptchat

7:42 pm             olilewington:             Pretty much. RT @DreamsGrafter: Comedy/Tragedy/Historical? RT @rabbitandcrow: What are the genres in theatre? #scriptchat

7:42 pm             dklon:             @DreamsGrafter We're still around, but we hide a lot. :) #scriptchat

7:42 pm             marshbuttrue:             Simply put, I would write any genre if there was money on the table. I trust that I'd make it my own #scriptchat

7:43 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @Psalm_Esther Hi Sherah, are you writing a family film script at the moment? #scriptchat

7:44 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter @booksbelow: Historical, or period, can be seen as a genre from a financial/production point of view. #scriptchat

7:44 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @marshbuttrue Hi Stephen, are you working on developing your strength in a specific genre or working across the board? #scriptchat

7:45 pm             marshbuttrue:             For interesting stuff on genre of scripts (not necessarily films), Blake Snyder's second book (cont.) #scriptchat

7:45 pm             olilewington:             Definitely RT @mona_benjamin: Historical, or period, can be seen as a genre from a financial/production point of view. #scriptchat

7:46 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @dklon Are you spying on us? ;) #scriptchat #comejoinin! :)) What genre are you writing at the mo? And why?

7:46 pm             marshbuttrue:             eg: lots of biographical movies follow the beats of a superhero film. The scripts are the same - outsider with special gift, etc #scriptchat

7:47 pm             LynneRice:             More do-able in New Mexico - good film community, green hills @LisaFromNYC I want to make a supernatural western in Spain. #scriptchat

7:47 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside So work on developing story rather than hitting the conventional genre beats? #scriptchat #ifsoIlikethat!

7:48 pm             dklon:             @DreamsGrafter Haha no spying. I'm writing some psychological horror and getting ready to shoot a short supernatural horror #scriptchat

7:48 pm             olilewington:             Like it, too RT @DreamsGrafter: @lizziside So work on developing story rather than hitting the conventional genre beats? #scriptchat

7:49 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter If there is respect for the material within that choice, wonderful things can happen! #scriptchat

7:49 pm             dklon:             @DreamsGrafter I'm in horror because they aren't expensive to produce, even on own and there is a good audience #scriptchat

7:49 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Do you know? @Michael_Flores who's producing a supernatural western RT @@LisaFromNYC I want to make a supernatural western ... #scriptchat

7:50 pm             dklon:             Was told by an investor broker that period pieces are considered "Cadillacs of film". #scriptchat

7:50 pm             chained:             #scriptchat just write a brilliant script there's too many films being made that are aweful @the mo ifu don't have original idea don't write

7:50 pm             LisaFromNYC:             like IB for ex RT @thewritertype Time to re-invent the western? Or is the western vibe being expressed thru other genres? #scriptchat

7:50 pm             dklon:             And horror is a lot of fun because you get away with a lot of things you normally can't do in any other genre. #scriptchat

7:51 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Here's the link to @WesternXTheShow http://bit.ly/bvDUqi @LisaFromNYC #scriptchat #supernaturalwestern

7:51 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter Yes, I cdn't do it in any other way...but I wish to reach big audiences with quality even thru mainstream genres #scriptchat

7:51 pm             marshbuttrue:             @dklon big horror fans I know, though, are so obsessed with genre beats and references that it puts me off #scriptchat

7:52 pm             olilewington:             It's interesting that writers appear to feel free of genre, but writer/directors focus much more on genre audiences. #scriptchat

7:52 pm             johnrackham:             @DreamsGrafter It's me who wants to make the supernatural western, and yes I do know Michael #scriptchat

7:52 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @dklon Awesome, I love horrors! Are you going to try something new with the genre? Or take it back to the old skool? #scriptchat

7:52 pm             booksbelow:             RT @dklon: Was told by an investor broker that period pieces are considered "Cadillacs of film". #scriptchat

7:52 pm             lizziside:             @lizziside for Instance I didn't appreciate Muccino's "The Pursuit of happiness" because playing with easy feelings #scriptchat

7:53 pm             dklon:             @marshbuttrue That's where you can change it up some. It is refreshing to see a new take on the tried and true. #scriptchat

7:53 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @LisaFromNYC Western vibe translates well to grim urban settings, imo. #scriptchat

7:53 pm             LisaFromNYC:             @ johnrackham RT @DreamsGrafter Here's the link to @WesternXTheShow http://bit.ly/bvDUqi @LisaFromNYC #supernaturalwestern #scriptchat

7:53 pm             dklon:             When I write horror I think of everything that has been done and try to do something that I've never seen and would like to see. #scriptchat

7:53 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter but appreciated Greengrass's "Green Zone" thou of lower quality because it had a message in it #scriptchat

7:54 pm             2weddings:             In #moviemagic any1 know how2 creat reports that show how many scenes characters are in? #scriptchat

7:54 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside So drama? They say drama is dead but drama also wins the awards. Actors are always after a good role. #scriptchat

7:54 pm             filmutopia:             @johnrackham If you want to do a Western, come do it in Italy. I have great location finding contacts here for that. #scriptchat

7:55 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside I didn't enjoy Green Grass. But then again I was very hungover and sitting in the front row. :s Will try again w/ it. #scriptchat

7:55 pm             olilewington:             Drama's great if you can find an aud for it RT @DreamsGrafter: @lizziside They say drama is dead but drama also wins the awards. #scriptchat

7:55 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside I love Greengrass though! #scriptchat

7:55 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter Horror is a great way of tackling big themes with a smaller model #scriptchat

7:56 pm             olilewington:             @2weddings You can do it in Final Draft, but I don't have MM so can't really help. #scriptchat

7:56 pm             LisaFromNYC:             psy thrillers 2. the pro could end up bad/crazy lol RT @dklon horror is fun because u get away w/ things... #scriptchat

7:56 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lizziside Haha, sorry that was supposed to read Green Zone in the initial tweet. #scriptchat

7:56 pm             olilewington:             @lizziside: @DreamsGrafter Love what Greengrass tries to do, hate the way he does it. Shaky-cam is SOOOOO not my thing. #vomit #scriptchat

7:57 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter Sometimes working within genre limits can really free the imagination {paradox!} #scriptchat

7:57 pm             lupiilu:             @2weddings if you have celtx that will do it too. #scriptchat

7:58 pm             dklon:             @LisaFromNYC I tend to think of horror and psychological thrillers like twin brothers, they even share clothes sometimes #scriptchat

7:58 pm             johnrackham:             @LisaFromNYC My first film 'Bloodmyth' is a (no budget) psychological thriller. #scriptchat

7:58 pm             lizziside:             @DreamsGrafter Drama dead?!? No, drama is part of the continuous cycle of life. #scriptchat

7:58 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @LisaFromNYC @dklon I love psychological thrillers... #scriptchat

7:59 pm             lizziside:             Me too RT @DreamsGrafter: @LisaFromNYC @dklon I love psychological thrillers... #scriptchat

8:00 pm             dklon:             Opinion only, but drama is still at the heart of all genres. #scriptchat

8:00 pm             LisaFromNYC:             Feel like watching angel heart RT @dklon I tend to think of horror & psych thrillers like twin brothers, they even share clothes #scriptchat

8:00 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter @lizziside With drama it can be easier to tell if you are looking at an excellent script (from production POV) #scriptchat

8:00 pm             olilewington:             I think you're right. RT @dklon: Opinion only, but drama is still at the heart of all genres. #scriptchat

8:00 pm             marshbuttrue:             RT @dklon: Opinion only, but drama is still at the heart of all genres. #scriptchat

8:00 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Here's a Drama Is Dead: http://bit.ly/cIeuvl There was a bit of debate a few months back. @lizziside #scriptchat

8:01 pm             2weddings:             @olilewington I know, weird how smthing so useful wouldnt be in #moviemagic #scriptchat

8:01 pm             lizziside:             LOL RT @DreamsGrafter: I didnt enjoy Green Grass. But then again I was very hungover and sitting in the front row.again w/ it. #scriptchat

8:01 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Before anyone shoots off, just a few things to say. First, I won't be around for the next couple of #scriptchat sessions.

8:01 pm                olilewington:                Is it just me, or is genre only really clear-cut when you're talking horror/thriller/noir? Otherwise it's all a bit of evrything #scriptchat

8:01 pm             mona_benjamin:             @DreamsGrafter @lizziside ...as opposed to something, say, action or FX-heavy which can be harder to 'visualize' #scriptchat

8:02 pm             olilewington:             @2weddings It is a bit. But then I've never used it so I don't know how good it actually it, only what I've heard! #scriptchat

8:02 pm             dklon:             @LisaFromNYC Angel Heart had a blurred line between the 2 genres, very refreshing #scriptchat

8:02 pm             DreamsGrafter:             The wonderful @KageyNYC and @zacsanford will be taking turns to moderate EURO #scriptchat.

8:03 pm             dklon:             @mona_benjamin F/X heavy can also be seen as more expensive and out of reach for some #scriptchat

8:03 pm             lizziside:             That's it, but I trade the "how" for the "why" RT @olilewington: Love what Greengrass tries to do, hate the way he does it. #scriptchat

8:03 pm             booksbelow:             @DreamsGrafter We'll miss you, been doing a great job! #scriptchat

8:03 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Also, upcoming guests for EURO #SCRIPTCHAT: 11th July @brothersmcleod re writing for anmiation. #scriptchat

8:03 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @olilewington rom-com, sci-fi...? #scriptchat

8:03 pm             dklon:             @olilewington Horror has a lot of sub-genres to it, with well-defined bounds on many of them #scriptchat

8:03 pm             lupiilu:             agreed RT @booksbelow: @DreamsGrafter Well miss you, been doing a great job! #scriptchat

8:04 pm             fnafilms:             @olilewington - what about comedy? Or is that tone rather than genre? #scriptchat

8:04 pm             thewritertype:             #scriptchat All successful films are genre films.

8:04 pm             olilewington:             Also before anyone heads off, UK-based writers check out The Production Office this week for BIG news on ascreenwriter's fest #scriptchat

8:04 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             What time does euro #scriptchat start?

8:04 pm             DreamsGrafter:             And EURO #SCRIPTCHAT guest @julianfriedmann on 18th July to discuss the new scriptwriting festival. Details to be announced end of nxt week.

8:04 pm             olilewington:             http://www.livestream.com/guerillafilm #scriptchat

8:04 pm             johnrackham:             Did I mention that @dklon has written a good introduction to horror screenwriting? #scriptchat

8:05 pm             rabbitandcrow:             #scriptchat Revenge play, Penny Dreadful,...

8:05 pm             lizziside:             True RT @thewritertype: #scriptchat All successful films are genre films. #scriptchat

8:05 pm             dklon:             @olliewington Horror fans can be like cigar aficionados, but show them something new and many will try it #scriptchat

8:06 pm             olilewington:             @Robin_Eveleigh @dklon @fnafilms Sci-fi I'd go with, rom-com I suppose you could argue for. Comedy is a little too broad #scriptchat

8:06 pm             olilewington:             True RT @dklon: @olliewington Horror fans can be like cigar aficionados, but show them something new and many will try it #scriptchat

8:06 pm             LisaFromNYC:             want 2 write a romcom/sci/action, but worried about the mix 4 audiences RT @Robin_Eveleigh @olilewington rom-com, sci-fi...? #scriptchat

8:06 pm             olilewington:             Where can we find it? RT @johnrackham: Did I mention that @dklon has written a good introduction to horror screenwriting? #scriptchat

8:06 pm             dklon:             @johnrackham They might have to look around, only 5 left on Amazon UK. #scriptchat

8:06 pm             lizziside:             Thx, I've starred it 4 later read RT @DreamsGrafter: Heres a Drama Is Dead: http://bit.ly/cIeuvl . #scriptchat

8:07 pm             dklon:             @LisaFromNYC What genre does it stay in primarily? #scriptchat

8:07 pm             olilewington:             @LisaFromNYC It's a tricky on, but if you write the right thing, it'll find a nice niche even if it doesn't go wide. #scriptchat

8:07 pm             lizziside:             Actually, it's over! RT @Robin_Eveleigh: What time does euro #scriptchat start? #scriptchat

8:08 pm             dklon:             @DreamsGrafter All over? Guess I'll have to stick around for the US one. #scriptchat

8:08 pm             johnrackham:             @LisaFromNYC Cyborg, She is a rom-com sci fi action. #scriptchat

8:08 pm             LisaFromNYC:             @dklon Primarily rom/com. the sci creates the relationship/problem #scriptchat

8:09 pm             olilewington:             Right, I'm off for the evening - good to meet you all. Feel free to follow if you want. See you for next week's #scriptchat

8:10 pm             LisaFromNYC:             the van damme one? RT @johnrackham Cyborg, She is a rom-com sci fi action. #scriptchat

8:10 pm             dklon:             @LisaFromNYC I'd say do it, keep in the spirit of primary genre and use sci-fi like a blanket. Think: Alien. Horror in sci-fi #scriptchat

8:11 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @LisaFromNYC That could be a mix too far! Then again, Mr and Mrs Smith in space?? #scriptchat

8:11 pm             MJ_Slide:             RT @olilewington: Also before anyone heads off, UK-based writers check out The Production Office this week for BIG news on ascreenwriter's fest #scriptchat

8:11 pm             Robin_Eveleigh:             @lizziside OK, so it's 8-9pm Sundays, yeah? #scriptchat

8:12 pm             LisaFromNYC:             Ha! not quite RT @Robin_Eveleigh That could be a mix too far! Then again, Mr and Mrs Smith in space? #scriptchat

8:12 pm             johnrackham:             @LisaFromNYC It's a Korean film http://amzn.to/beaVxO #scriptchat

8:12 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Also, a reminder that #SCRIPTCHAT SCRIPT NIGHT will be discussing Independence Day on - you guessed it - 4th July! :)

8:12 pm             lizziside:             Thank you to our euro hosts @DreamsGrafter and @Filmutopia :-) #scriptchat

8:12 pm             DreamsGrafter:             RT @olilewington: Also before anyone heads off, UK-based writers check out The Production Office this week for BIG news on ascreenwriter's fest #scriptchat

8:13 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington Did you see my tweet re @julianfriedmann guesting on #scriptchat on 18th July to discuss the festival?

8:13 pm             lizziside:             @Robin_Eveleigh Yes, if you're in UK...it's 9-10pm over here in Italy ;-) #scriptchat

8:14 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington Actually Oli, bc I won't be around this wk. Will u be able to help spread the word re @julianfriedmann guesting on #scriptchat

8:14 pm             2weddings:             @olilewington I do prefer movie magic to final draft. Told them i was switching & got $50 off :) #scriptchat

8:14 pm             LisaFromNYC:             TY I'll look into it & see how they work it RT @johnrackham It's a Korean film http://amzn.to/beaVxO #scriptchat

8:15 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @olilewington I'll also be writing a blog post to put onto the @scriptchat's website. #scriptchat

8:16 pm             LisaFromNYC:             It kinda is. Could easily b marketed w/o the sci label. I'll write it & see how it pans out RT @dklon use sci-fi like a blanket #scriptchat

8:16 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Tht was a great. Thx everyone! I'll miss u guys. Looking forward to being back on 4th July for Independence Day script talk! :) #scriptchat

8:17 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Thank YOU! ;) RT @lizziside: Thank you to our euro hosts @DreamsGrafter and @Filmutopia :-) #scriptchat

8:19 pm             DreamsGrafter:             And if you're awake later! USA #scriptchat guests GREAT AMERICAN PITCHFEST @Screenwriter12 @PitchfestBob 8pm EDT http://bit.ly/baCkYn

8:19 pm             The_Jodi:             Enjoyed lurking on Euro #scriptchat! When's the stateside domestic version? #scriptchat

8:19 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @dklon Thanks for joining in! Hope you enjoyed it. You've got Great American Pitchfest guests for US #scriptchat. Will be v. interesting. :)

8:21 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @lupiilu @booksbelow You guys make #scriptchat happen. :) Thanks so much for your interesting thoughts and gd luck w/ your writing! xo

8:21 pm             DreamsGrafter:             RT @mona_benjamin: @DreamsGrafter @lizziside With drama it can be easier to tell if you are looking at an excellent script (from production POV) #scriptchat

8:21 pm             DreamsGrafter:             RT @mona_benjamin: @DreamsGrafter @lizziside ...as opposed to something, say, action or FX-heavy which can be harder to 'visualize' #scriptchat

8:22 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @mona_benjamin I love writing within parameters. You're so right, it does free up the imagination and challenges it too. #scriptchat

8:23 pm             lupiilu:             @DreamsGrafter Thanks hun, have a nice break, see you for July 4th. xo #scriptchat

8:24 pm             dklon:             @DreamsGrafter Thanks for having me on. #scriptchat

8:28 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @dklon Our pleasure! :) Do you know the rest of the #scriptchat #treefort (@jeannevb @KageyNYC @zacsanford @yeah_write)

8:31 pm             rabbitandcrow:             #scriptchat I think it is useful to see how genres work in other areas.

8:33 pm             giantleapvideo:             RT @olilewington: Also before anyone heads off, UK-based writers check out The Production Office this week for BIG news on ascreenwriter's fest #scriptchat

8:33 pm             DreamsGrafter:             @rabbitandcrow Like seeing how the story works in a different genre? #scriptchat

8:36 pm             iceberg061:             Looking for any mob/mystery shorts to direct. If anyone knows of one let me know! Thanks in advance #scriptchat

8:44 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Of course I can - next week's #scriptchat?

8:45 pm             olilewington:             @DreamsGrafter Sorry, am reading my Tweets backwards! Didn't see the original, but yes, I'll definitely pimp @julianfriedmann on #scriptchat

8:53 pm             DreamsGrafter:             Am shutting down now ... that was a great #scriptchat! Goodnight everyone ... See y'all in the morning ... ;)

USA chat:  Great American Pitchfest www.pitchfest.com Guesting

11:59 pm                jeannevb:                GAPF is IN THE HOUSE, BABY! ;) RT @PitchfestBob: We are both here but only I am signed in. Well be responding together. #scriptchat

11:59 pm             GCGeek:             Woo hoo! It's time! And congratulations @jeannevb! I'm close to the bar, I mean kitchen, for tonight's festivities. #scriptchat

11:59 pm             natashahollerup:             RT @jeannevb: Just officially registered #slaverybyanothername script w WGA :) WOOT! #scriptchat

June 14, 2010

            jmiewald:             Hi #scriptchat

            RickRapier:             I hope we're discussing wut it is! I've only heard. RT @sunspotpictures: #scriptchat --So what about the GAPF are we discussing? #scriptchat

            jeannevb:             Before I officially fire the starting gun, plz note @PitchfestBob is the handle for the GAPF peeps. Put a "Q" before ur ?? #scriptchat

            PitchfestBob:             Hello from Seattle, where @Screenwriter12 (Signe) and I had a great weekend with the NWSG, talking pitching and the film we made #scriptchat

12:01 am             yeah_write:             Okay folks, it's #scriptchat o'clock, so it you aren't into screenwriting, ignore my tweets for the next hour. #scriptchat

12:01 am             RickRapier:             Q: How effective is it, on the whole? Do scripts get optioned/purchased? #scriptchat

12:01 am             jeannevb:             We put up an info post on GAPF months ago, but here it is if u missed it: http://bit.ly/baCkYn (cc @RickRapier) #scriptchat

12:01 am             jeannevb:             Let's rock & ROLL! Welcome Bob & Signe @Pitchfestbob #scriptchat

12:02 am             PitchfestBob:             Thanks for the welcome. I'm a relative Tweeter N00b, so patience with my lingo, please! #scriptchat

12:02 am             jmiewald:             Pitchfest seem like a great event for ppl who want to play screenwriter but never actually write anything. #scriptchat

12:02 am             writeononline:             Happy Birthday @ZacSanford #scriptchat

12:02 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Q Is it like the Screenwriting Expo where you're herded to tables for set time periods?

12:03 am             RickRapier:             Thanks, @jeannvb! Now I'm in the know. ;) #scriptchat

12:03 am             LynneRice:             Thank Bob & Signe @Pitchfestbob for making time to be with us today! #scriptchat

12:03 am             jeannevb:             First Dude of #scriptchat! :) WOOT RT @writeononline: Happy Birthday @ZacSanford #scriptchat

12:03 am             RickRapier:             RT @writeononline: Happy Birthday @ZacSanford #scriptchat

12:03 am             LynneRice:             RT @writeononline: Happy Birthday @ZacSanford #scriptchat

12:03 am             jeannevb:             yes 5 min RT @cinematicshot: #scriptchat Q Is it like the Screenwriting Expo where youre herded to tables for set time periods? #scriptchat

12:03 am             jmiewald:             I could pitch a hundred ideas I have no intention of writing #scriptchat

12:03 am             talented_boy:             RT @jeannevb: First Dude of #scriptchat! :) WOOT RT @writeononline: Happy Birthday @ZacSanford #scriptchat

12:04 am             jeannevb:             I've been to GAPF & @zacsanford has heard MANY pitches there. GREAT event! http://bit.ly/baCkYn #scriptchat

12:04 am             PitchfestBob:             GAPF is different from Expo in a lot of ways. True, you have a series of 5 minute meetings, but is different from Expo. #scriptchat

12:04 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @jeannevb: Let's rock & ROLL! Welcome Bob & Signe @Pitchfestbob #scriptchat [Hey guys!]

12:04 am             zacsanford2:             Thanks everyone for the Birthday wishes. :) I'll also chime in from the side of hearing pitches as an Executive. #scriptchat

12:04 am             jeannevb:             FYI, we'll be doing a post on our blog for those going of how best to prepare #scriptchat

12:05 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @jeannevb: I've been to GAPF & @zacsanford has heard MANY pitches there. GREAT event! http://bit.ly/baCkYn #scriptchat

12:05 am             covermyscript:             firstly, happy birthday zac!!!! xox #scriptchat

12:05 am             PitchfestBob:             @jmiewald, you could, indeed, pitch whatever you want. It's your 5 minutes. #scriptchat

12:05 am             RickRapier:             Cool. RT @jeannevb: FYI, well be doing a post on our blog for those going of how best to prepare #scriptchat

12:05 am             jeannevb:             agree w @PitchfestBob. GAPF is intimate, well-organized & diff't from EXPO. No appointments for pitches. You pitch til u drop! #scriptchat

12:05 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Q Is the list for participating production companies up? Can we choose who we pitch to?

12:06 am             PitchfestBob:             Happy Birthday, Zac. #scriptchat

12:06 am             zacsanford2:             A plus side of GAPF, they give you as many pitches as you can fit in during the day compared to CS charging per each pitch. #scriptchat

12:06 am             PennyAsh:             I am lurking and learning tonight :) #scriptchat

12:06 am             covermyscript:             hi #scriptchat! and hi to bob and signe. @UncompletedWork and i are so excited for #GAPF and #screenwriterkaraoke together for 1st time!

12:06 am             jeannevb:             Q @pitchfestbob what's the BIGGEST mistake writers make when they get there? #scriptchat

12:06 am             UncompletedWork:             Both @covermyscript and I will be at GAPF as well. I'll also be hosting #ScreenwriterKaraoke Saturday night after workshops. #scriptchat

12:06 am             readerproof:             I can't make it to this pitchfest. I bought tickets months ago but I'm not going to be able to make it : ( #scriptchat

12:07 am             PitchfestBob:             @cinematicshot The list is constantly updating, and is available @ www.pitchfest.com. You can choose who you pitch to. #scriptchat

12:07 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 Ha, loved the pic on FB, and love it here! #scriptchat

12:07 am             jeannevb:             shoot for going to GAPF next June ;) RT @PennyAsh: I am lurking and learning tonight :) #scriptchat

12:07 am             sunspotpictures:             #Scriptchat Is it designed to hone your pitch with feedback, or is it to pitch to interested parties?

12:07 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Expo made me feel like cattle.

12:07 am             dklon:             @jeannevb So is GAPF like doing a marathon standup routine? #scriptchat

12:07 am             PitchfestBob:             120-125 companies, agents, managers, etc. #scriptchat

12:07 am             RickRapier:             I've been told I give a pretty good pitch -- as long as I don't know I'm pitching. Soon as I kno the spotlight's on, I go goofy #scriptchat

12:07 am             PitchfestBob:             @readerproof: We can give you a credit for next year, no problemo. #scriptchat

12:07 am             jeannevb:             yep. It's like giving birth. Ur EXHAUSTED at end! RT @dklon: @jeannevb So is GAPF like doing a marathon standup routine? #scriptchat

12:08 am             cinematicshot:             @PitchfestBob thanks #scriptchat

12:08 am             pattyfantasia:             RT @UncompletedWork: RT @jeannevb: I've been to GAPF & @zacsanford has heard MANY pitches there. GREAT event! http://bit.ly/baCkYn #scriptchat

12:08 am             IONRyan:             Hoping @TweetDeck for iPhone allows me to keep up with #scriptchat

12:08 am             milanohaze:             RT @TheWriteScript: What time (Pacific) is #scriptchat tonight?<= if u can point me in the direction, it would b gr8.Thnx..I followed:)

12:08 am             PitchfestBob:             @dklon: GAPF is more like doing 25 short stand up routines, to a series of audiences of one each. #scriptchat

12:08 am             thinkStory:             think I'll be there, for the free day, but I'm not ready yet to start pitching. #scriptchat

12:08 am             PennyAsh:             @jeannevb Sounds like a plan :) #scriptchat

12:08 am             jeannevb:             Here's a list of COMPANIES attending GAPF http://bit.ly/cro0ni #scriptchat

12:08 am             dklon:             @RickRapier I can't do pressure like that either. Much more natural if I feel like I'm just talking to someone about a story. #scriptchat

12:08 am             zacsanford2:             @RickRapier When I hear pitches I understand the Pitchee may be nervous. Just relax and sell yourself and your script. #scriptchat

12:08 am             RickRapier:             Is epidural available??? RT @jeannevb: yep. Its like giving birth. Ur EXHAUSTED at end! #scriptchat

12:08 am             jeannevb:             @pitchfestbob I'll tweet out some weblinks of info so you guys can focus on questions ;) #scriptchat

12:09 am             PitchfestBob:             @thinkStory GREAT! That's what the free classes are for. All are welcome. #scriptchat

12:09 am             jeannevb:             that's tequila ;) RT @RickRapier: Is epidural available??? RT @jeannevb: yep. Its like giving birth. Ur EXHAUSTED at end! #scriptchat

12:09 am             GCGeek:             IDK, Jeanne. I was still pretty fresh after my daughter was born. RT @jeannevb: yep. Its like giving birth. Ur EXHAUSTED at end! #scriptchat

12:09 am             RickRapier:             Thx! RT @zacsanford2: When I hear pitches I understand the Pitchee may be nervous. Just relax and sell yourself and your script. #scriptchat

12:09 am             thinkStory:             @RickRapier haha, you're such a guy. #scriptchat

12:09 am             PitchfestBob:             How it works: #scriptchat

12:09 am             dklon:             @jeannevb How about a few shots before going on? #scriptchat

12:09 am             UncompletedWork:             Hey @Screenwriter12 / @PitchfestBob can you talk a little bit about how/why you organized this event? #scriptchat

12:09 am             stacy_chambers:             Wish I could stay for #scriptchat - but I'm behind on my thesis. Hope everyone is well!

12:09 am             zacsanford2:             Anyone who pitches, make sure you stop by and see Geoff at 6-17 Management. Great guy and company. #scriptchat

12:09 am             jeannevb:             jerk ;) RT @GCGeek: IDK, I was still pretty fresh after my daughter was born. RT @jeannevb: like giving birth. Ur EXHAUSTED #scriptchat

12:10 am             RickRapier:             *Adjusts pkg, bows.* RT @thinkStory: @RickRapier haha, youre such a guy. #scriptchat

12:10 am             jeannevb:             I do a shot b4 any karate tournament... and pitching ;) RT @dklon: @jeannevb How about a few shots before going on? #scriptchat

12:10 am             thinkStory:             on the other hand, if I get this werewolf thing done, I might decide to pitch all over the place. #scriptchat

12:10 am             readerproof:             @PitchfestBob I'll be there next year for sure. Pitching is fun (and the scary). #scriptchat

12:10 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Yeah even if rejected make sure you form some rapport because you may pitch to them again later down the road.

12:11 am             PitchfestBob:             @UncompletedWork: We are writers who got frustrated @ other events, &decided to make the event WE would want to go to. #scriptchat

12:11 am             jeannevb:             I have the DEEPEST respect for GAPF & @Screenwriter12 and @PitchfestBob. We need a #scriptchat convention in 2011 at GAPF :)

12:11 am             zacsanford2:             Q: Bob/Signe, can the companies not be seated in alphabetical order because I'm always by Strike Entertainment. :) #scriptchat

12:11 am             yeah_write:             @PitchfestBob Q what should writers know before packing their bags to attend a pitchfest? #scriptchat

12:11 am             PitchfestBob:             @thinkStory: If we don't sell out beforehand, tickets to the Sunday pitching will be available on Saturday on site. #scriptchat

12:11 am             RickRapier:             I prefer werewolves to vamps, better metaphor. RT @thinkStory: on the other hand, if I get this werewolf thing done... #scriptchat

12:11 am             thinkStory:             we could make a rule at karaoke that we have to give our logline before doing our song. :) #scriptchat

12:11 am             ozzywood:             in da house! #scriptchat

12:11 am             zacsanford2:             And of course I'm only kidding about the seating setup... I understand why it's that way so it is easier to find the tables. #scriptchat

12:12 am             PitchfestBob:             @readerproof: Pitching CAN be scary. But after 20 in one day, you are a seasoned pro. #scriptchat

12:12 am             writeononline:             @jeannevb There are some great articles for pprepping for #gapf in next week's storylink eZine: http://www.storylink.com #scriptchat

12:12 am             dklon:             Chris Lockhart from Wm. Morris gave good advice once to me re: pitching, broke it down into something simple. #scriptchat

12:12 am             jeannevb:             HA! RT @zacsanford2: Q: @PitchfestBob can companies not be seated in alphabetical order bc Im always by Strike Entertainment. :) #scriptchat

12:12 am             RickRapier:             LOL Righteous! RT @thinkStory: we could make a rule at karaoke that we have to give our logline before doing our song. :) #scriptchat

12:12 am             thinkStory:             @RickRapier I prefer werewolves to vamps, better metaphor. // amen to that. empowerment all the way. #scriptchat

12:12 am             RickRapier:             Share! RT @dklon: Chris Lockhart from Wm. Morris gave good advice once to me re: pitching, broke it down into something simple. #scriptchat

12:13 am             jeannevb:             YEAH! RT @writeononline: some great articles for prepping for #gapf in nxt wks storylink eZine http://www.storylink.com #scriptchat

12:13 am             zacsanford2:             There are some great people to meet with on Saturday to help hone and craft your pitch to make it the highest caliber it can be. #scriptchat

12:13 am             PitchfestBob:             @YeahWrite: Know your story front to back. Bring a good one sheet. Practice your pitch, but don't get too locked in. Leave... #scriptchat

12:13 am             jeannevb:             @writeononline def email or tweet me the article links. I'll put a post together with them in it! :) #doublepimping #scriptchat

12:13 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Q Do you recommend a 3 minute pitch so there will be time left

12:13 am             tadbo:             I have to go for a bit but I'll be back for #scriptchat, I should think! Best sunday evening I've spent in a looong time. :) #storycraft

12:13 am             PitchfestBob:             ... room for conversation and questions. Have fun. If the script is funny, be funny. If the script is scary, be scary. Etc. #scriptchat

12:13 am             ozzywood:             Can anyone fill me in? What is the #1 wisdom on pitching I've missed over the past 15mins? #scriptchat

12:14 am             zacsanford2:             Oooooh, I'm going to give my advice after the hour... as this is Bob/Signe's time. :) But might jump in. Sorry for jumping in. #scriptchat

12:14 am             RickRapier:             Q: Do/can pitchees tune out the verbal weakness, in favor of the story's strength? #scriptchat

12:14 am             dklon:             Keep focus of pitch on one subject, they/it are active in doing something/having something happen. Simple filter to work with #scriptchat

12:14 am             jeannevb:             WRiters in LA area shld take advantage of the FREE CLASSES on Sat (26th)!!! Great stuff! GREAT! #scriptchat

12:14 am             GCGeek:             Q @PitchfestBob - This really does sound great. Is this annual? When is next Pitch Fest (& hopefully #ScreenwriterKaraoke)? #scriptchat

12:14 am             blankethouse:             @pitchfestbob @jeannevb I hav 15 mins bfore my next flight. Q: how many stories hit the big screen after GAPF? #scriptchat

12:14 am             PitchfestBob:             @ cinematicshot: If you can do a 5 SECOND pitch, do it. Short and sweet is best. You have 5 minutes, but the pitch I have had... #scriptchat

12:14 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Q Do you recommend a 2-3 minute pitch so there's time left over for questions?

12:14 am             PitchfestBob:             ... the most success with was 3 words. #scriptchat

12:15 am             zacsanford2:             @cinematicshot I want a 90 second pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to build rapport. 90 seconds to pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to ask Qs. #scriptchat

12:15 am             MJ_Slide:             gonna have to lurk 4 #scriptchat tonight, busy writing blogposts, breaking down the teaser trailer script 4 #THESAVING, good stuff but still

12:15 am             thinkStory:             @PitchfestBob If we don't sell out beforehand, tickets to the Sunday pitching will be available on Saturday on site. #scriptchat // sweet!

12:15 am             writeononline:             RT @jeannevb: WRiters in LA area shld take advantage of the FREE CLASSES on Sat (26th)!!! Great stuff! GREAT! #scriptchat

12:15 am             jeannevb:             @blankethouse some SUCCESS stories: http://www.pitchfest.com/success_stories.shtml #scriptchat

12:15 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: @ cinematicshot: If you can do a 5 SECOND pitch, do it. Short and sweet is best. You have 5 minutes, but the pitch I have had... #scriptchat

12:15 am             PitchfestBob:             @GCGeek: Yep. Every June. Our 2011 tickets are already on sale ($100 off). June 25 & 26. GAPF8, baby! www.pitchfest.com #scriptchat

12:15 am             zacsanford2:             RT @jeannevb: WRiters in LA area shld take advantage of the FREE CLASSES on Sat (26th)!!! Great stuff! GREAT! #scriptchat

12:15 am             jeannevb:             GAPF site: www.pitchfest.com #scriptchat

12:15 am             GCGeek:             Q @PitchfestBob And those three words were...? #scriptchat

12:15 am             RickRapier:             RT @zacsanford2: I want a 90 second pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to build rapport. 90 seconds to pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to ask Qs. #scriptchat

12:16 am             dklon:             @RickRapier I.e., [Person] [action] [time] is the simplest filter #scriptchat

12:16 am             readerproof:             When you say yes to a pitch, does the script get sent to a studio reader or someone else? #scriptchat

12:16 am             RickRapier:             RT @GCGeek: Q @PitchfestBob And those three words were...? #scriptchat

12:16 am             guidelucca:             I've never been in a pitch. How does it work? #scriptchat

12:16 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat sorry for the cut off question before

12:16 am             jeannevb:             List of free classes: http://www.pitchfest.com/gapf/class_descriptions.shtml #scriptchat

12:16 am             ozzywood:             Has anyone mentioned to RESEARCH the people you're pitching to?? So you know what they want? This establish the best connection! #scriptchat

12:16 am             UncompletedWork:             @GCGeek "Not From Concentrate." #scriptchat

12:16 am             IONRyan:             Same!! RT @RickRapier: I've been told I give a pretty good pitch -- as long as I don't know I'm pitching.... #scriptchat

12:17 am             PitchfestBob:             @GCGeek: Vampires In Alaska. Exec: Hmmm. Me: Six months of darkness. Exec: Send it to me. (b4 30 Days Of Night came out) #scriptchat

12:17 am             jeannevb:             @guidelucca Pitches r 5 min. I suggest spend no more than 2 min on u & ur story to leave rm for ??s from exec #scriptchat

12:17 am             GCGeek:             LOFL RT @UncompletedWork: @GCGeek "Not From Concentrate." #scriptchat

12:17 am             RickRapier:             Uuuuhmmmm. RT @UncompletedWork: @GCGeek "Not From Concentrate." #scriptchat

12:17 am             jeannevb:             AMEN! RT @ozzywood: RESEARCH the people youre pitching to?? So you know what they want? This establish the best connection! #scriptchat

12:17 am             PitchfestBob:             @ozzywood: We provide a detailed booklet with profiles of the companies. Contact info, wants, non-wants, budgets, etc. #scriptchat

12:17 am             AdiWriter:             Best advice so far.. RT @ozzywood: Has anyone mentioned to RESEARCH the people you're pitching to?? So you know what they want? #scriptchat

12:17 am             ozzywood:             When pitching, remember you're there to help the person in front of you, NOT the other way around. You have to make $$ for them. #scriptchat

12:17 am             zacsanford2:             They give you a book so you better use it!! :) RT @ozzywood: Has anyone mentioned to RESEARCH the people youre pitching to?? #scriptchat

12:17 am             PitchfestBob:             We do the research for you so you can target your pitches. #scriptchat

12:17 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @ozzywood: Has anyone mentioned to RESEARCH the people you're pitching to?? So you know what they want? #scriptchat

12:18 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @cinematicshot I want a 90 second pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to build rapport. 90 seconds to pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to ask Qs. #scriptchat

12:18 am             RickRapier:             RT @PitchfestBob:Vampires In Alaska. Exec: Hmmm. Me: Six months of darkness. Exec: Send it to me. (b4 30 Days Of Night came out) #scriptchat

12:18 am             jeannevb:             GAPF gives u a book (BIBLE) of deets on companies. READ IT! Make sure ur pitching to the right co. for ur script!!!! #scriptchat

12:18 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood *smooch* for being here... and adding great tips ;) #scriptchat

12:18 am             SWKaraoke:             We love the Great American PitchFest, the gracious hosts of #ScreenwriterKaraoke http://bit.ly/bmMQbG #scriptchat

12:18 am             yeah_write:             It's not just about the pitching, it's also about the networking. Many friends to be made at pitchfests and the like. #scriptchat

12:18 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @RickRapier: RT @zacsanford2: I want a 90 s pitch. 30 - 60 s to build rapport. 90 s to pitch. 30 - 60 seconds to ask Qs. #scriptchat

12:18 am             ozzywood:             You BEYOND the book to impress. RT @zacsanford2: They give you a book so you better use it!! :) RT @ozzywood: RESEARCH #scriptchat

12:18 am             RickRapier:             Very cool. RT @jeannevb: GAPF gives u a book (BIBLE) of deets on companies. READ IT. #scriptchat

12:19 am             jeannevb:             There are also Master Classes for a fee. I've taken them. Great. http://bit.ly/98U3bL #scriptchat

12:19 am             GCGeek:             RT @yeah_write: Its not just about the pitching, its also about the networking. Many friends 2 be made @ pitchfests & the like. #scriptchat

12:19 am             Poetic_line:             @jeannevb What does GAPF stand for? #scriptchat

12:19 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat Q So if you bomb with one pitch, don't try to pitch another script?

12:19 am             ozzywood:             By all means, quote from the book and sound like any other writer. (just being the devil's advocate here!) #scriptchat

12:19 am             jeannevb:             @RickRapier the best part of the "bible" is u take it home & have contact info for co's u didnt get a chance to pitch!!!! #scriptchat

12:19 am             JustinWHedges:             Late to the party, sorry. Has anyone mentioned sticking to the action of the story, don't get bogged down in details? #scriptchat

12:19 am             dklon:             We did 2 pitch specials on ScreenTalk, great to listen to: http://bit.ly/a23lv4 #scriptchat

12:20 am             zacsanford2:             @ozzywood Ha ha... I had someone quote a line of mine from when I acted in Porntourage. Now that's research not in the book. #scriptchat

12:20 am             jeannevb:             Great American Pitchfest www.pitchfest.com RT @Poetic_line: @jeannevb What does GAPF stand for? #scriptchat

12:20 am             sunspotpictures:             Are there any success stats for GAPF? #scriptchat

12:20 am             PitchfestBob:             @ guidelucca: How it works: We put 120 (or more) execs in a huge ballroom. 120 Corresponding lines in hall. Every 5 minutes, #scriptchat

12:20 am             dklon:             Both were with Mr. Lockhart, we took pitches cold from callers, he gave some great advice. #scriptchat

12:20 am             cinematicshot:             RT @jeannevb: There are also Master Classes for a fee. I've taken them. Great. http://bit.ly/98U3bL #scriptchat

12:21 am             ozzywood:             You'll NEVER forget it! RT @zacsanford2: @ozzywood Ha ha... I had someone quote a line of mine from when I acted in Porntourage. #scriptchat

12:21 am             zacsanford2:             @cinematicshot If you do the less than 90 second pitch, you can pitch me another if I pass on your first pitch. It's your 5 mins #scriptchat

12:21 am             RickRapier:             Hi-concept best suited, eh? RT @JustinWHedges: Has anyone mentioned sticking to the action of the story...[few] details? #scriptchat

12:21 am             PitchfestBob:             the first in each line goes in for 5 minute mtg. After each mtg. Go get on line for your next company. Most get 12-20 pitches. #scriptchat

12:21 am             jeannevb:             I tweeted a testimonial link earlier ;) RT @sunspotpictures: Are there any success stats for GAPF? #scriptchat

12:21 am             GCGeek:             I understand why it can't happen but I'd love to have a YouTube fly on the wall for this one. I learn by example. :-) #scriptchat

12:22 am             PitchfestBob:             GAPF stands for Great American Pitchfest (www.pitchfest.com) #scriptchat

12:22 am             jeannevb:             They ring a cowbell to end pitches #doesntgetcoolerthanthat #scriptchat

12:22 am             ozzywood:             DON'T do: TITANIC meets JUNO meets CRASH. #scriptchat

12:22 am             zacsanford2:             If you're around on Saturday and he's there again this year, make sure you take Michael Hauge's pitch class. #scriptchat

12:22 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @cinematicshot If you do the less than 90 second pitch, you can pitch me another if I pass on your first pitch. It's your 5 mins #scriptchat

12:22 am             Tim03E:             RT @ozzywood: When pitching, remember you're there to help the person in front of you, NOT the other way around. You have to make $$ for them. #scriptchat

12:22 am             PitchfestBob:             @Shanipedia: 5 minutes is about 5 times longer than most pitch meetings last IRL. #scriptchat

12:22 am             202chicago:             RT @ozzywood DON'T do: TITANIC meets JUNO meets CRASH. #scriptchat

12:22 am             RickRapier:             Don't pitch it, or don't write it? ;) RT @ozzywood: DONT do: TITANIC meets JUNO meets CRASH. #scriptchat

12:22 am             GCGeek:             Unless it's Christopher Walken doing it. RT @jeannevb: They ring a cowbell to end pitches #doesntgetcoolerthanthat #scriptchat

12:22 am             VictoriaRusso:             reading some nice advices now in #scriptchat by @ozzywood sorry cant RT frm here

12:22 am             jeannevb:             Rats *scratches off pitch* ;) RT @ozzywood: DONT do: TITANIC meets JUNO meets CRASH. #scriptchat

12:23 am             JustinWHedges:             @RickRapier Perhaps, but not nec, got the same feedback on a character-drama. All scripts have action that drives the story. #scriptchat

12:23 am             dklon:             @ozzywood That sounds like a disaster waiting to happen #scriptchat

12:23 am             ozzywood:             ... or worse: SHREK meets ATONEMENT meets SAW. #scriptchat

12:23 am             PitchfestBob:             Schedules didn't work for Hague this year, but Pilar Alessandra's free pitch class is superb. #scriptchat

12:23 am             jeannevb:             U'd be surprised how much u can cover in 5 min #nodirtycommentsfromgalley #scriptchat

12:23 am             DoubleNW:             Awesome nfo #scriptchat... Nothing like this n SouthFla - I'm just taking n all the nfo 2nite :)

12:23 am             202chicago:             RT @ozzywood ... or worse: SHREK meets ATONEMENT meets SAW. #scriptchat

12:23 am             Trigonis:             #scriptchat When I did the Golden Pitch Fest in LA last year most pitches were under 2mins. The rest of the time was 4 questions.

12:23 am             writeononline:             @jeannevb will email/tweet links & ezine on Tuesday when www.StoryLink.com eZine comes out. #Scriptchat is also mentioned #doublepimping

12:23 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @Tim03E: RT @ozzywood: When pitching, remember youre there to help the person in front of you. You have to make $ for them. #scriptchat

12:23 am             RickRapier:             Green blood. Now that I'd see. RT @ozzywood: ... or worse: SHREK meets ATONEMENT meets SAW. #scriptchat

12:24 am             zacsanford2:             @ozzywood or worse: Schindler's List meets Dumb and Dumber... that was a fake pitch an exec and I came up with one year. #scriptchat

12:24 am             jeannevb:             @DoubleNW bc u can't get a ballroom full of producers anywhere other than LA. Gotta make the trip one day :) #scriptchat

12:24 am             dklon:             I really don't like hearing the "this meets that" kind of pitch. It's not a pitch for story, it's a pitch for two other stories #scriptchat

12:24 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: the first in each line goes in for 5 minute mtg. After each mtg. Go get on line for your next company. Most get 12-20 pitches. #scriptchat

12:24 am             ozzywood:             Cuz he's here with US in AU! ;) Read his book 60 SECS PITCH. Great. RT @PitchfestBob: Schedules didnt work for Hague this year #scriptchat

12:24 am             readerproof:             @PitchfestBob How many people compare their comedies to "The Hangover"? #scriptchat

12:25 am             RickRapier:             LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL. RT @zacsanford2: Schindlers List meets Dumb and Dumber... #scriptchat

12:25 am             jeannevb:             we love @writeononline ;) #scriptchat

12:25 am             readerproof:             @RickRapier That's the craziest pitch of all time, lol #scriptchat

12:25 am             PitchfestBob:             Most of our participants get script requests >75% of pitches. #scriptchat

12:25 am             VictoriaRusso:             @ozzywood wahaha about Shrek meets Atonement meets Saw, so funny! #scriptchat

12:25 am             GCGeek:             Q @PitchfestBob: Maybe a dumb question but should you be pitching completed scripts or ideas for what you can deliver later? #scriptchat

12:26 am             jeannevb:             Is anyone out there (besides half the #treefort team) planning to go to GAPF? How can we help make u feel ready? #scriptchat

12:26 am             zacsanford2:             @Shanipedia It's sort of like speed dating for pitches. #scriptchat

12:26 am             jeannevb:             he's not kidding! RT @PitchfestBob: Most of our participants get script requests >75% of pitches. #scriptchat

12:26 am             PitchfestBob:             @Shanipedia: You are pitching individual execs repping their companies. Agents, mgrs, prodcos. Yes. #scriptchat

12:26 am             jeannevb:             absolutely! RT @zacsanford2: @Shanipedia Its sort of like speed dating for pitches. #scriptchat

12:26 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 should writers bring u chocolate? ;) #scriptchat

12:27 am             sunspotpictures:             lol @RickRapier: LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL. RT @zacsanford2: Schindlers List meets Dumb and Dumber... #scriptchat

12:27 am             zacsanford2:             @GCGeek As an Exec, I only want you to pitch something that is completed. I'm wanting to read it now, not months from now. #scriptchat

12:27 am             yeah_write:             @jeannevb I'm not because DHs 20 year reunion is that weekend. Next time. #scriptchat

12:27 am             cinematicshot:             @jeannevb How many pitches do you have ready? #scriptchat

12:27 am             jeannevb:             I've been tweeting out links of info that can all be found on GAPF official site www.pitchfest.com #scriptchat

12:27 am             RickRapier:             Did that once - Wrote fast; reader recommended, exec passed. RT @GCGeek: Should you pitch completed scripts or ideas...? #scriptchat

12:27 am             yeah_write:             Not unless it's fat free. RT @jeannevb: @zacsanford2 should writers bring u chocolate? ;) #scriptchat

12:27 am             PitchfestBob:             @GCGeek: Best to pitch completed scripts, but whatever you pitch, register & copyright it. You can even register a pitch. #scriptchat

12:27 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb No, because I'm trying to lose weight. :) Well they can bring me Rolos and I'll just give them to you. #scriptchat

12:27 am             JustinWHedges:             Success stats are misleading, too, tho 75% is awesome. It's also about the networking, making contacts and a good impression. #scriptchat

12:28 am             writeononline:             @jeannevb Write On! Online loves you - and #scriptchat - too!

12:28 am             jeannevb:             @cinematicshot this time I'm just going to pitch the 1 script I have w this partner. It's a doozy. ;) #scriptchat

12:28 am             sunspotpictures:             Don't get too hung up on theme. In a pitch, story counts! #scriptchat

12:28 am             cinematicshot:             #scriptchat At the Expo, it seemed like I got interns, one of which wasn't happy to be there.

12:28 am             jeannevb:             WOOT! RT @zacsanford2: @jeannevb No, bc Im trying to lose weight. :) they can bring me Rolos and Ill just give them to you. #scriptchat

12:28 am             PitchfestBob:             @JustinWHedges: 60-70 confirmed success stories: Options, writers hired, agents or managers signed. #scriptchat

12:28 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @GCGeek As an Exec, I only want you to pitch something that is completed. I'm wanting to read it now, not months from now. #scriptchat

12:28 am             kenshowriter:             @jeannevb Congrats on registering! I always love that part of the process...Sorry to miss #scriptchat, will try to make next week

12:28 am             yeah_write:             But how many get optioned/produced? RT @PitchfestBob: Most of our participants get script requests >75% of pitches. #scriptchat

12:29 am             ozzywood:             Typically don't. I know of one bad experience, even with early draft RT @GCGeek: Should you pitch completed scripts or ideas...? #scriptchat

12:29 am             GCGeek:             Thank you! @PitchfestBob @zacsanford2 @RickRapier I'd pitch more confidently having script in hand anyway. #scriptchat

12:29 am             jeannevb:             @cinematicshot but its great to have more than one script ur pitching. THey often say "do u have anything else?" #workitbaby #scriptchat

12:29 am             RickRapier:             To me, you mean plot. To me theme IS story... RT @sunspotpictures: Dont get too hung up on theme. In a pitch, story counts! #scriptchat

12:29 am             ozzywood:             RT @cinematicshot: RT @zacsanford2: @GCGeek As an Exec, I only want you to pitch something that is completed. I want to read now #scriptchat

12:29 am             jeannevb:             @GCGeek I would never pitch anything unless it was complete #scriptchat

12:30 am             RickRapier:             @jeanneVb I haven't heard "doozy" since the Hazel show reruns on WGN. ;) #scriptchat

12:30 am             cinematicshot:             @jeannevb Good luck. I might be there pitching too. #scriptchat

12:30 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 speaking of reading.... you've got email ;) #happybirthdaytoyou #scriptchat

12:30 am             PitchfestBob:             @yeah_write: See stats in @JustinWHedges. Some are in development. One film @ Cannes. One in production right now. #scriptchat

12:30 am             RickRapier:             @jeanneVB "That's a doozy, Mr. B!" #scriptchat

12:30 am             jeannevb:             *giggle* RT @Shanipedia: That's your pitch right there, @jeannevb "It's a Doozy!" SOLD! #scriptchat

12:30 am             yeah_write:             And polished! RT @jeannevb: @GCGeek I would never pitch anything unless it was complete #scriptchat

12:31 am             ozzywood:             Can anyone translate this to Australian?? Thanks!! RT @sunspotpictures: Dont get too hung up on theme. In a pitch, story counts! #scriptchat

12:31 am             cinematicshot:             RT @ozzywood: Typically don't. I know of one bad experience, even with early draft RT @GCGeek: Should you pitch completed scripts or ideas...? #scriptchat

12:31 am             zacsanford2:             For the best results, research the companies you're pitching, pitch the indie ProdCos (over studios), managers & boutique agents #scriptchat

12:31 am             jeannevb:             if u are, tweet me & we'll all meet at the bar ;) RT @cinematicshot: @jeannevb Good luck. I might be there pitching too. #scriptchat

12:31 am             yeah_write:             RT @PitchfestBob: @yeah_write: See stats in @JustinWHedges. Some are in development. One film @ Cannes. One in production now. #scriptchat

12:31 am             PitchfestBob:             (cont'd) sometimes a script is pitched prematurely, but writers maintain relationships with execs and get a later script option. #scriptchat

12:31 am             PupHenshin:             RT @ozzywood: Can anyone translate this to Australian?? Thanks!! RT @sunspotpictures: Dont get too hung up on theme. In a pitch, story counts! #scriptchat

12:31 am             readerproof:             Selling your Story in 60 Seconds by Micheal Hauge. The best book on pitching ever written. #scriptchat

12:31 am             GCGeek:             Thanks! @ozzywood @jeannevb @yeah_write Certainly wasn't suggesting to pitch incomplete! :-) #scriptchat

12:31 am             ozzywood:             RT @zacsanford2: Research the companies youre pitching, pitch the indie ProdCos (over studios), managers & boutique agents #scriptchat

12:32 am             dklon:             If you're really stuck you can use my Random Logline Generator: http://www.screenwritersutopia.com/modules.php?name=Logline #scriptchat

12:32 am             RickRapier:             Thanks. RT @readerproof: Selling your Story in 60 Seconds by Micheal Hauge. The best book on pitching ever written. #scriptchat

12:32 am             yeah_write:             @readerproof The newest Save the Cat book has great advice too. #scriptchat

12:32 am             ozzywood:             RT @readerproof: Selling your Story in 60 Seconds by Micheal Hauge. The best book on pitching ever written. #scriptchat

12:32 am             sunspotpictures:             @RickRapier Just saying one should avoid getting hung up on explaining platitudes like "self discovery" or "love" or "racism" #scriptchat

12:32 am             cinematicshot:             RT @jeannevb: @cinematicshot but its great to have more than one script ur pitching. THey often say "do u have anything else?" #workitbaby #scriptchat

12:32 am             guidelucca:             is there any blog or website with tips for pitchs? #scriptchat

12:32 am             PitchfestBob:             Michael's book is excellent. #scriptchat

12:33 am             RickRapier:             @zacsanford2 Are the Studios there just for face time, not really into newbie writers? #scriptchat

12:33 am             CBayMEdia:             RT @ozzywood: Can anyone translate this to Australian?? Thanks!! RT @sunspotpictures: Dont get too hung up on theme. In a pitch, story counts! #scriptchat

12:33 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: For the best results, research the companies you're pitching, pitch the indie ProdCos (over studios), managers & boutique agents #scriptchat

12:33 am             RickRapier:             I hear you. Just clarifying. ;) RT @sunspotpictures: Just saying one should avoid getting hung up on explaining platitudes #scriptchat

12:33 am             ozzywood:             http://thestorydepartment.com/category/3-steps-to-a-script/3-selling/ RT @guidelucca: any blog or website with tips for pitchs? #scriptchat

12:33 am             readerproof:             @yeah_write Blake Snyder was a genius #scriptchat

12:33 am             jeannevb:             Also have PRIVATE consultation for fee. Used Michael Hauge for pitching & we ROCKED w his help! http://bit.ly/9n27lu #scriptchat

12:34 am             zacsanford2:             @RickRapier The bigger ProdCos & agencies are the least likely to request based on my networking with Execs in the past. #scriptchat

12:34 am             Trigonis:             @ozzywood Yes! Michael's book is all you'll ever need to expertly craft a tight pitch. #scriptchat

12:34 am             PitchfestBob:             THe GAPF meetings are pitch mtgs, for sure, but they can also be an opportunity to learn more about a co. you may pitch later. #scriptchat

12:34 am             ozzywood:             http://tinyurl.com/24aoru3 RT @guidelucca: is there any blog or website with tips for pitchs? (now you can RT ;) ) #scriptchat

12:34 am             cinematicshot:             @jeannevb Will do :) #scriptchat

12:34 am             RickRapier:             RT @zacsanford2: The bigger ProdCos & agencies are the least likely to request based on my networking with Execs in the past. #scriptchat

12:34 am             zacsanford2:             @RickRapier Plus the bigger companies can grab stuff from the agencies. Indies want to find new voices. #scriptchat

12:34 am             sunspotpictures:             @RickRapier Thank you good sir :) #scriptchat

12:35 am             jeannevb:             Michael Hauge's Selling Ur Story in 60 Seconds: http://bit.ly/dy9gLR #scriptchat

12:35 am             ozzywood:             My co-writer will be pitching at GAPF. We had Michael's input. RT @PitchfestBob: Michaels book is excellent. #scriptchat

12:35 am             RickRapier:             RT @zacsanford2: @RickRapier Plus the bigger companies can grab stuff from the agencies. Indies want to find new voices. #scriptchat

12:35 am             GCGeek:             That's the big bottle of champagne, right? RT @jeannevb: Also have PRIVATE consultation for fee. #scriptchat

12:35 am             eledrew:             RT @RickRapier: LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL. RT @zacsanford2: Schindlers List meets Dumb and Dumber... #scriptchat

12:35 am             RickRapier:             Hotcha cha cha cha. RT @zacsanford2: Plus the bigger companies can grab stuff from the agencies. Indies want to find new voices. #scriptchat

12:35 am             zacsanford2:             If you can't find the time to pitch me at GAPF, don't send me an email saying "I didn't have time for you, but my pitch is..." #scriptchat

12:36 am             RickRapier:             For polished scripts? RT @Shanipedia: I took four two-page synopsis to my last pitch. Optioned one. Not the one I thought would. #scriptchat

12:36 am             GCGeek:             RT @ozzywood: http://tinyurl.com/24aoru3 RT @guidelucca: is there any blog or website with tips for pitchs? (now you can RT ;) ) #scriptchat

12:36 am             readerproof:             @jeannevb 12.95 for that book is a steal! #scriptchat

12:37 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @RickRapier The bigger ProdCos & agencies are the least likely to request based on my networking with Execs in the past. #scriptchat

12:37 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 really? @dawnbierschwal & I had great luck contacting ppl after the event. They almost all took a read. #scriptchat

12:37 am             jeannevb:             yes it is! RT @readerproof: @jeannevb 12.95 for that book is a steal! #scriptchat

12:37 am             yeah_write:             RT @zacsanford2: If you cant find the time to pitch me at GAPF, dont send email "I didnt have time for you, but my pitch is..." #scriptchat

12:37 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @RickRapier Plus the bigger companies can grab stuff from the agencies. Indies want to find new voices. #scriptchat

12:37 am             zacsanford2:             Believe it or not, after every PitchFest I receive emails like that. That automatically puts you in the Spam folder. #scriptchat

12:37 am             jeannevb:             @GCGeek *guzzle* #scriptchat

12:37 am             PitchfestBob:             Aside from @zacsanford2, we have ABC Family, Village Roadshow, APA, LionsGate, and many more hearing pitches this year. #scriptchat

12:37 am             ozzywood:             "What else have you got?" You'll realize what you need is not 1 script, but a portfolio. #scriptchat

12:37 am             thinkStory:             so during GAPF, are we all going to tweet with #scriptchat so we can find each other?

12:37 am             yeah_write:             Truer words... RT @readerproof: @yeah_write Blake Snyder was a genius #scriptchat

12:37 am             RickRapier:             Serious? How'd it turn out? RT @Shanipedia: @RickRapier No. None of the scripts were written, just the synopsis. #scriptchat

12:38 am             PitchfestBob:             Plus Screenwriter Karaoke, where I have vowed to make a fool of myself singing "Tie A Yellow Ribbon." #scriptchat

12:38 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb Maybe it's just me, but it just makes me feel like "you weren't my top priority since you're a smaller ProdCo" #scriptchat

12:38 am             jeannevb:             Let's do #gapf ;) RT @thinkStory: so during GAPF, are we all going to tweet with #scriptchat so we can find each other? #scriptchat

12:38 am             yeah_write:             I along with the rest of the #treefort would like to thank @PitchfestBob for his time tonight. #scriptchat

12:39 am             PitchfestBob:             And a cocktail party after the pitching. Calling it the @jeannevb Cocktail Extravaganza. #scriptchat

12:39 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 ahhh... for us it was sometimes our top priority had a HUGE line! We wld waste 5 pitches waiting so we kept moving #scriptchat

12:39 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @PitchfestBob: Plus Screenwriter Karaoke, where I have vowed to make a fool of myself singing "Tie A Yellow Ribbon." #scriptchat

12:39 am             zacsanford2:             I say we do #GAPF. Saturday I'll be at #screenwriterkaraoke and Sunday I'll be at the Suntaur Entertainment table. #scriptchat

12:39 am             dklon:             @jeannevb Unfortunately I'm in the middle of nowhere and can't make it, but it would be fun to go #scriptchat

12:39 am             RickRapier:             Intro'd to Blake; asked me to read 1 of his scripts. I hated it & told him so. :( RT @readerproof: Blake Snyder was a genius #scriptchat

12:39 am             DoubleNW:             @jeannevb U r so right!!! I do have a teen/fam drama tv movie on the market right now :) I'll b out there real soon. #scriptchat

12:39 am             thinkStory:             .@jeannevb Let's do #gapf ;) but if we do that, we'll get mixed in with everyone else there tweeting. I want to find you guys. #scriptchat

12:39 am             writeononline:             @jeannevb @PitchfestBob What and when is screenwriter karaoke? #scriptchat

12:39 am             cinematicshot:             RT @ozzywood: "What else have you got?" You'll realize what you need is not 1 script, but a portfolio. #scriptchat

12:39 am             jeannevb:             Hope there's TEQUILA! ;) RT @PitchfestBob: cocktail party after the pitching. Calling it the @jeannevb Cocktail Extravaganza. #scriptchat

12:40 am             thinkStory:             just went to ProducedBy, and the hashtags were all over the place. #scriptchat

12:40 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb That I totally understand. The first year at GAPF I always had a line. Last year I had some lulls. #scriptchat

12:40 am             dklon:             @zacsanford2 If script requested, is it helpful to have PDFs on USB drive or printed matter? #scriptchat

12:40 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @writeononline: @jeannevb @PitchfestBob What and when is screenwriter karaoke? #scriptchat [Check out http://bit.ly/3yA4CX for details]

12:40 am             ozzywood:             See? Chances are less if you have only 1 RT @cinematicshot RT @Shanipedia: I took 4 two-page synopsis to last pitch. Optioned 1. #scriptchat

12:40 am             jeannevb:             http://bit.ly/3yA4CX RT @writeononline: @jeannevb @PitchfestBob What and when is screenwriter karaoke? #scriptchat

12:40 am             GCGeek:             I'm not sure which event I'm missing more, GAPF or Screenwriter Karaoke! #scriptchat

12:40 am             PitchfestBob:             We just confirmed JD Shapiro (Battlefield Earth) to talk abt writing a movie and publicly apologizing for it. Free session. #scriptchat

12:41 am             zacsanford2:             @dklon I'm not going to request anything at the PitchFest, but within a week or two after the event. @jeannevb is an exception. #scriptchat

12:41 am             yeah_write:             Huh? RT @thinkStory: just went to ProducedBy, and the hashtags were all over the place. #scriptchat

12:41 am             UncompletedWork:             #ScreenwriterKaraoke is a network event hosted by me! Get together. Sing. Drink. Connect http://bit.ly/bmMQbG #scriptchat

12:41 am             SWKaraoke:             #ScreenwriterKaraoke is a network event hosted by me! Get together. Sing. Drink. Connect http://bit.ly/bmMQbG #scriptchat

12:41 am             RickRapier:             You sent a draft? Or option was on synopsis? RT @Shanipedia: Optioned the one. Going through the "steps" now. On the polish. #scriptchat

12:42 am             zacsanford2:             There's also a "Social Media" class on Saturday, but alas #scriptchat isn't teaching it or on the panel. #scriptchat

12:42 am             jeannevb:             At the event, if ur looking for us, I'll be searching "#GAPF" on my cell #scriptchat

12:42 am             PitchfestBob:             @zacsanford2: We all will be requesting @jeannevb. Not necessarily her scripts... #scriptchat

12:42 am             yeah_write:             The karaoke rocks! RT @GCGeek: Im not sure which event Im missing more, GAPF or Screenwriter Karaoke! #scriptchat

12:43 am             yeah_write:             Shame. RT @zacsanford2: Theres also a "Social Media" class on Saturday, but alas #scriptchat isnt teaching it or on the panel. #scriptchat

12:43 am             zacsanford2:             All writers should have a one-sheet of the story they're pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:43 am             thinkStory:             RT @PitchfestBob JD Shapiro (Battlefield Earth) to talk abt writing a movie and publicly apologizing for it. Free session. #scriptchat

12:43 am             ozzywood:             HAHAHAAA! RT @PitchfestBob: @zacsanford2: We all will be requesting @jeannevb. Not necessarily her scripts... #scriptchat

12:43 am             jeannevb:             I'm more scared to sing than pitch! RT @PitchfestBob: @zacsanford2: We'll will be requesting @jeannevb. Not nec her scripts... #scriptchat

12:43 am             ozzywood:             RT @zacsanford2: All writers should have a one-sheet of the story theyre pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:43 am             RickRapier:             Thx. RT @zacsanford2: All writers should have a one-sheet of the story theyre pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:43 am             cinematicshot:             RT @ozzywood: See? Chances are less if you have only 1 RT @cinematicshot RT @Shanipedia: I took 4 two-page synopsis to last pitch. Optioned 1. #scriptchat

12:43 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood u shld tell ur partner ur going instead ;) #scriptchat

12:43 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @yeah_write: The karaoke rocks! RT @GCGeek: Im not sure which event Im missing more, GAPF or Screenwriter Karaoke! #scriptchat

12:44 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb Just sing "everybody was kung-fu fighting" and wear your black belt. #scriptchat

12:44 am             jeannevb:             I bring a one-sheet and biz cards w the script name printed on the back #scriptchat

12:44 am             dklon:             @jeannevb More tequila for you then! #scriptchat

12:44 am             blankethouse:             RT @zacsanford2: All writers should have a one-sheet of the story they're pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:44 am             PitchfestBob:             @jeannevb: Aren't you on the Social Networking panel? #scriptchat

12:44 am             thinkStory:             @yeah_write there were a lot of people tweeting, but no conformity on hashtags, so it was hard to keep track. #scriptchat

12:44 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: We just confirmed JD Shapiro (Battlefield Earth) to talk abt writing a movie and publicly apologizing for it. Free session. #scriptchat

12:44 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @zacsanford2: All writers should have a one-sheet of the story theyre pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:44 am             thinkStory:             anyway, I'll do what everyone else is! #scriptchat

12:44 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 Could you explain the "one sheet" to those who may not know what it is? #scriptchat

12:44 am             cinematicshot:             RT @UncompletedWork: #ScreenwriterKaraoke is a network event hosted by me! Get together. Sing. Drink. Connect http://bit.ly/bmMQbG #scriptchat

12:44 am             ozzywood:             SURE! But he's got 7 more scripts to pitch. Better value! ;) RT @jeannevb: @ozzywood u shld tell ur partner ur going instead ;) #scriptchat

12:44 am             RickRapier:             Clever - organized - girl! RT @jeannevb: I bring a one-sheet and biz cards w the script name printed on the back #scriptchat

12:44 am             UncompletedWork:             #ScreenwriterKaraoke is giving out prizes from @covermyscript @writersstore @finaldraftinc @scriptmag and more! #Scriptchat #GAPF

12:45 am             ozzywood:             RT @jeannevb: I bring a one-sheet and biz cards w the script name printed on the back #scriptchat

12:45 am             dklon:             @PitchfestBob Does that include a water dunk tank session? #scriptchat

12:45 am             zacsanford2:             To those who don't know, a one-sheet is basically what you would send in a query letter. Logline, synopsis, contact info. #scriptchat

12:45 am             SWKaraoke:             @WriteOnOnline Come on out! It'll be a blast. #ScreenwriterKaraoke #Scriptchat :-)

12:45 am             jeannevb:             keep checking their site for updates on companies participating: http://bit.ly/cro0ni #scriptchat

12:46 am             RickRapier:             CONGRATS! RT @Shanipedia: Option on the synopsis. After draft sent in they liked it enough to ask/pay for the steps... #scriptchat

12:46 am             ozzywood:             RT @zacsanford2: a one-sheet is basically what you would send in a query letter. Logline, synopsis, contact info. #scriptchat

12:46 am             covermyscript:             RT @UncompletedWork: #ScreenwriterKaraoke giving out prizes from @covermyscript @writersstore @finaldraftinc @scriptmag! #Scriptchat #GAPF

12:46 am             jeannevb:             damn ;) RT @ozzywood: SURE! But he's got 7 more scripts to pitch. Better value! ;) #scriptchat

12:46 am             PitchfestBob:             @dklon There is nothing in life that isn't made better by adding a dunk tank. #scriptchat

12:46 am             ozzywood:             RT @covermyscript: she put the tequila in social networking! ;-p RT @PitchfestBob @jeannevb: you on the Social Networking panel? #scriptchat

12:46 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood tell partner to tweet us & we'll get a twitpic ;) #scriptchat

12:46 am             yeah_write:             @jeannevb If I can get up there and sing, you can! #scriptchat

12:47 am             zacsanford2:             @pitchfestbob Q: is Danny Manus helping hone people's pitches on Saturday again this year? #scriptchat

12:47 am             yeah_write:             @covermyscript I'm going to miss seeing you there. #ScreenwriterKaraoke #Scriptchat #GAPF

12:47 am             ozzywood:             Will do! RT @jeannevb: @ozzywood tell partner to tweet us & well get a twitpic ;) #scriptchat

12:47 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: All writers should have a one-sheet of the story they're pitching to give to the Exec, if they request it. #scriptchat

12:47 am             PitchfestBob:             @jeannevb is one of our favorite participants ever, and Chatham, NY also rules. #scriptchat

12:47 am             covermyscript:             i am so proud to participate in #GAPF and be a sponsor of one of its events. it's going to be a FANTASTIC time! #scriptchat

12:47 am             dklon:             @PitchfestBob I would pay to see that! #scriptchat

12:47 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @yeah_write: @covermyscript I'm going to miss seeing you there. #ScreenwriterKaraoke #Scriptchat #GAPF (not coming this year?)

12:47 am             PitchfestBob:             RT @zacsanford2: @pitchfestbob Q: is Danny Manus helping hone peoples pitches on Saturday again this year? Yesiree... er... Bob. #scriptchat

12:47 am             jeannevb:             speaking of social networking, did u'll see my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

12:48 am             jeannevb:             so does Ithaca ;) RT @PitchfestBob: @jeannevb is one of our favorite participants ever, and Chatham, NY also rules. #scriptchat

12:48 am             natashahollerup:             RT @jeannevb: speaking of social networking, did u'll see my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

12:48 am             cinematicshot:             RT @RickRapier: Clever - organized - girl! RT @jeannevb: I bring a one-sheet and biz cards w the script name printed on the back #scriptchat

12:48 am             RickRapier:             @Shanipedia: Gained option from 1-page 2, but got elbowed out of scripting-Miramax wanted produced writer. Agh! He muffed it 2. #scriptchat

12:48 am             covermyscript:             not the same without you!!! xox RT @yeah_write: @covermyscript I'm going to miss seeing you there. #ScreenwriterKaraoke #Scriptchat #GAPF

12:48 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: To those who don't know, a one-sheet is basically what you would send in a query letter. Logline, synopsis, contact info. #scriptchat

12:48 am             ozzywood:             RT @jeannevb speaking of social networking, did ull see my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

12:49 am             zacsanford2:             To anyone who wants to hone their pitch on Saturday, I would recommend Danny Manus of No Bull Script Consulting. #scriptchat

12:49 am             dklon:             @zacsanford2 What if I have 20 finished scripts to pitch? Can I alternate pitches? #scriptchat

12:49 am             tylerweaver:             RT @jeannevb: speaking of social networking, my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

12:49 am             multihyphenate:             RT @jeannevb: speaking of social networking, my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

12:49 am             jeannevb:             Here's the schedule for GAPF: http://www.pitchfest.com/gapf/schedule.shtml #scriptchat

12:49 am             The_Jodi:             Would definitely love screenwriterkaraoke #scriptchat !

12:49 am             zacsanford2:             @dklon Within a 5 minute pitch I'd say stick to one or two. Ask the Exec "i have a this genre and that genre", let them pick. #scriptchat

12:49 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: @jeannevb is one of our favorite participants ever, and Chatham, NY also rules. #scriptchat

12:49 am             yeah_write:             @UncompletedWork DH has class reunion, and we always do what I want to do. This is his weekend. #scriptchat

12:50 am             thinkStory:             @jeannevb Here's the schedule... You rock, Jeanne, thx. #scriptchat

12:50 am             zacsanford2:             @dklon Also since you have unlimited pitches, you can always come back if you want to pitch more to the same exec. #scriptchat

12:50 am             RickRapier:             I've got to bolt - Thx for a very informative chat. Good luck to all going! Maybe next year? #scriptchat

12:50 am             naultpullar:             Hello! This is my first #scriptchat since moving to Los Angeles. I've just been getting set up and finding my way around. #scriptchat

12:50 am             ozzywood:             Pitch 1. Then wait for "What else?" RT @dklon: @zacsanford2 What if I have 20 finished scripts to pitch? #scriptchat

12:50 am             zacsanford2:             @dklon Or you can have a one-sheet with all your loglines and genres to give to the execs - this is what I would do. #scriptchat

12:50 am             jeannevb:             @thinkStory no prob ;) My job tonight is to tweet links... so I'm not drinking ha #scriptchat

12:51 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: To anyone who wants to hone their pitch on Saturday, I would recommend Danny Manus of No Bull Script Consulting. #scriptchat

12:51 am             PitchfestBob:             Some additions to the sched, confirmed, but not on http://www.pitchfest.com yet: Angela Lee, producer of "Zombie Strippers." #scriptchat

12:51 am             chrisdyball:             JD Shapiro (Battlefield Earth) to talk abt writing a movie and publicly apologizing for it. #scriptchat /via @thinkStory @PitchfestBob

12:51 am             ozzywood:             Welcome! RT @naultpullar: Hello! This is my first #scriptchat since moving to Los Angeles. #scriptchat

12:51 am             zacsanford2:             @naultpullar Congrats on the move. What area of LA did you end up in? #scriptchat

12:51 am             yeah_write:             @naultpullar Hi, glad you could join us. We are discussing the Great American Pitch Fest. #scriptchat

12:51 am             jeannevb:             @naultpullar hey! We're talking Great Am Pitchfest & now that ur in LA, u MUST go to at least the free classes on Sat (26th) #scriptchat

12:51 am             naultpullar:             @dklon My guess is that you find your strongest stories and hone those pitches. It's good to not overwhelm your audience. #scriptchat

12:51 am             thinkStory:             @RickRapier ciao, baby! *air kisses* #scriptchat

12:51 am             dklon:             @zacsanford2 That's cool. I keep a quick-look matrix of scripts to genres so I can look them up fast. #scriptchat

12:51 am             ozzywood:             ... at the end. RT @zacsanford2: @dklon Or you can have a one-sheet with all your loglines and genres to give to the execs #scriptchat

12:52 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood @tylerweaver @multihyphenate *smooches* for the article pimping ;) #scriptchat

12:52 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @zacsanford2: To those who don't know, a 1-sheet is basically what youd send in query ltr. Logline, synopsis, contact info. #scriptchat

12:52 am             writeononline:             Thx. @jeannevb Was just going to mention your article on Twitter for Writers. http://bit.ly/c6Ja9U #screenwriting #gapf #scriptchat

12:52 am             ozzywood:             RT @dklon: @zacsanford2 Thats cool. I keep a quick-look matrix of scripts to genres so I can look them up fast. #scriptchat

12:52 am             zacsanford2:             @PitchfestBob Is the Producer of Zombie Strippers going to apologize like the writer of Battlefield Earth? :) #scriptchat

12:52 am             PitchfestBob:             Janet Tamaro (RIZZOLI & ISLES, BONES, TRAUMA, SLEEPER CELL, CSI NY, BLACK SASH, THE COURT, BREAKING NEWS, L&O: SVU) #scriptchat

12:52 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @dklon Within a 5 minute pitch I'd say stick to one or two. Ask the Exec "i have a this genre and that genre", let them pick. #scriptchat

12:52 am             PitchfestBob:             Moira Kirland (CASTLE, MEDIUM, STEPHEN KING'S THE DEAD ZONE, HAUNTED, THE TWILIGHT ZONE, DARK ANGEL) #scriptchat

12:52 am             LisaFromNYC:             Just peeking in. Good luck & enjoy your #GAPF (4 those going) #scriptchat

12:52 am             RickRapier:             You have a cold??? LOL 'Night! RT @thinkStory: @RickRapier ciao, baby! *air kisses* #scriptchat

12:53 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @dklon Also since you have unlimited pitches, you can always come back if you want to pitch more to the same exec. #scriptchat

12:53 am             jeannevb:             If u aren't convinced yet the value of GAPF, then I'm pulling the trump card... I will be there & I dont like drinking alone #scriptchat

12:53 am             PitchfestBob:             @zacsanford2 Clearly you have not seen my stellar work as an extra in Zombie Strippers #scriptchat

12:53 am             jeannevb:             @WriteOnOnline we pimps think alike :) #screenwriting #gapf #scriptchat

12:53 am             ozzywood:             Don't force the networking. Find people you connect with naturally. Branch out from there. #scriptchat

12:53 am             PitchfestBob:             Also appearing: Michael Narducci (MEDIUM, 4400), Tracy McMillan (CHASE, MAD MEN, UNITED STATES OF TARA, JOURNEYMAN) #scriptchat

12:53 am             naultpullar:             @zacsanford2 I'm in Northridge for about another week and then onto Hollywood. Life is sweet. :) #scriptchat

12:53 am             writeononline:             Smooches from me too! RT @jeannevb @ozzywood @tylerweaver @multihyphenate *smooches* for the article pimping ;) #scriptchat

12:53 am             zacsanford2:             @PitchfestBob I've seen the flick. Is this Bob or Signe talkin' as the extra. #scriptchat

12:54 am             jeannevb:             fyi @PitchfestBob & @Screenwriter12 JUST wrapped on their new film!!! WOOT! #scriptchat

12:54 am             PitchfestBob:             @zacsanford2 Bob. #scriptchat

12:54 am             jeannevb:             this is getting kinky ha RT @writeononline: Smooches fr me 2! RT @jeannevb @ozzywood @tylerweaver @multihyphenate *smooches* #scriptchat

12:54 am             yeah_write:             @naultpullar I liked Hollywood, I'd live there. But condo hunting in Venice Beach instead. #scriptchat

12:54 am             PitchfestBob:             RT @jeannevb: fyi @PitchfestBob & @Screenwriter12 JUST wrapped on their new film!!! WOOT! Woot indeed. #scriptchat

12:54 am             dklon:             @zacsanford2 Sounds real rapid-fire, but I've been on the other side of the table and know how it can feel. #scriptchat

12:55 am             GCGeek:             Q @PitchfestBob: I apologize for the late question, but with the appearances you're mentioning, can you pitch TV as well? #scriptchat

12:55 am             zacsanford2:             Oh and writers, please no props, costumes or anything else that takes away from the pitch. #scriptchat

12:55 am             thinkStory:             @RickRapier (clearly he's not from LA) #scriptchat

12:55 am             writeononline:             Also @jeannevb is one of the judges in the Write On! teleplay/screenplay query contest: http://ow.ly/1XVYs #scriptchat

12:55 am             yeah_write:             Thinking of hitching up the 5th wheel and living in CA for the 2010-2011 winter season. #scriptchat

12:55 am             jeannevb:             I had PLEASURE of reading @Screenwriter12's script too! AWESOME horror flick! Can't wait to see it! #scriptchat

12:55 am             zacsanford2:             @naultpullar I actually live in Hollywood and work in WeHo... so welcome. #scriptchat

12:56 am             GCGeek:             Anyone you recommend is a gold endorsement for me. RT @jeannevb: If u arent convinced yet the value of GAPF, ... I will be there #scriptchat

12:56 am             jeannevb:             SUBMIT! RT @writeononline: @jeannevb is 1 of the judges in the Write On! teleplay/screenplay query contest: http://ow.ly/1XVYs #scriptchat

12:56 am             thinkStory:             @jeannevb this is getting kinky // that's how we roll, baby. #scriptchat always rocks.

12:56 am             RickRapier:             Indeed. (Stuck around for your reply! Doh!) RT @thinkStory: @RickRapier (clearly hes not from LA) #scriptchat

12:56 am             zacsanford2:             @yeah_write It's warmer here in the winter. Unless you think 50 is cold like most SoCal peeps. #scriptchat

12:56 am             jeannevb:             *giggle* RT @thinkStory: @jeannevb this is getting kinky // thats how we roll, baby. #scriptchat always rocks. #scriptchat

12:56 am             PitchfestBob:             @GCGeek Film companies: Abt 79%, TV, abt 20% new media/video games, etc. fill in the rest. #scriptchat

12:56 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 With 50 degrees I'd be in shorts. lol #scriptchat

12:57 am             PitchfestBob:             Correction: Film companies: About 70% #scriptchat

12:57 am             naultpullar:             It would serve you to talk with the exec to find out if it is an appopriate fit. The printed info may not be up to date. #scriptchat

12:57 am             jeannevb:             Just finished 20 hrs of rewrites this wknd. Now freaking bc I dont have my pitch & 1sheet ready. I love pressure ;) #scriptchat

12:57 am             zacsanford2:             So any last minute questions for Bob and Signe re: GAPF? Our hour is almost up. #scriptchat

12:57 am             GCGeek:             Very cool! Thanks! RT @PitchfestBob: @GCGeek Film companies: Abt 79%, TV, abt 20% new media/video games, etc. fill in the rest. #scriptchat

12:57 am             thinkStory:             @RickRapier LOL get out of here! #scriptchat

12:57 am             jeannevb:             our hour is almost up.... get those ??s in!!!! #scriptchat

12:58 am             PitchfestBob:             If chat goes long, we're willing to stick around. #scriptchat

12:58 am             TheWriteScript:             @naultpullar Good for you. Welcome to L.A. #scriptchat

12:58 am             naultpullar:             @yeah_write Wow! Good luck with that. #scriptchat

12:58 am             Chuklz:             @jeannevb There's a joke about pressure and checking if you're single there somewhere #scriptchat

12:58 am             ozzywood:             Research. RT @naultpullar: talk with the exec to find out if it is an appopriate fit. The printed info may not be up to date. #scriptchat

12:58 am             jeannevb:             I've met some really great writers at GAPF & we're still friends to this day & read ea other's work #scriptchat

12:58 am             tylerweaver:             Lots of smooches tonight... I'll take it. RT @jeannevb: this is getting kinky ha RT @writeononline: Smooches fr me 2! RT #scriptchat

12:58 am             zacsanford2:             Also if you have questions for me as an exec that hears pitches at the GAPF, I'm willing to take any you have to throw my way. #scriptchat

12:59 am             jeannevb:             @Chuklz hahaha ;) #scriptchat

12:59 am             PitchfestBob:             @naultpullar We compile the booklet 5 days before GAPF. The info is very current when participants arrive. #scriptchat

12:59 am             yeah_write:             @PitchfestBob Q: Should writers follow up if they don't hear back from interested parties? #scriptchat

12:59 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 what's the most common, stupid mistake made by writers pitching you? #scriptchat

1:00 am             naultpullar:             @zacsanford2 Cool and thanks! I still have work for my own writing business to finish up before I start the job search. #scriptchat

1:00 am             readerproof:             @PitchfestBob What's more inportant to pitch, the story or it's set-pieces? #scriptchat

1:00 am             PitchfestBob:             @yeah_write Always follow up a couple of weeks after sending script. Don't pester, but don't get lost in the shuffle either. #scriptchat

1:00 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 What has been your success rate at pitchfests? Scripts to movies... #scriptchat

1:00 am             cinematicshot:             RT @ozzywood: Research. RT @naultpullar: talk with the exec to find out if it is an appopriate fit. The printed info may not be up to date. #scriptchat

1:00 am             ozzywood:             To all those pitching: HAVE A GREAT TIME!! And good luck. I'll be crossing fingers for y'all from Sydney. Signing off. Ciao! #scriptchat

1:00 am             zacsanford2:             Most common mistake writers make in pitches? Writer hones their pitch but then can't answer a simple question that I ask them. #scriptchat

1:00 am             thinkStory:             I gotta go.... have a gr8 evening folks #scriptchat

1:01 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood bye! Thanks again for coming! xo #scriptchat

1:01 am             Tim03E:             RT @ozzywood: RT @readerproof: Selling your Story in 60 Seconds by Micheal Hauge. The best book on pitching ever written. #scriptchat

1:01 am             yeah_write:             @PitchfestBob When pitching, is it best to start with the one sentence pitch, then elaborate if they show interest? #scriptchat

1:01 am             PitchfestBob:             @readerproof Story is important to everyone. Character is important to actor reps. Your prolificness (?) is important to agents. #scriptchat

1:01 am             ucinema:             Not sure why scripts get bastardized once they're purchased. #scriptchat

1:01 am             jeannevb:             Remember: enjoy the pitching process! There's nothing like the mass pitching experience. You HAVE to do it once in ur lifetime! #scriptchat

1:01 am             zacsanford2:             @yeah_write My success rate is slim. Two were optioned from GAPF but the writers couldn't take notes in the rewrite. #scriptchat

1:01 am             PitchfestBob:             Budgets are important to prodcos. High concept is important to almost everyone. #scriptchat

1:02 am             jeannevb:             fyi, my WSJ guy will be there with me too... so if u want to meet a Pulitzer winner... ;) #tease #scriptchat

1:02 am             yeah_write:             Remember, these people hearing your pitches are looking for that next box office hit. They really do want it to be you! #scriptchat

1:02 am             naultpullar:             @PitchfestBob I have heard of some pitch events where the info is not. It's great that your info is so timely! #scriptchat

1:02 am             120pgs:             RT @zacsanford2: Most common mistake writers make in pitches? Writer hones their pitch but then can't answer a simple question that I ask them. #scriptchat

1:02 am             PitchfestBob:             @Shanipedia We aren't looking for scripts to produce. We provide meetings between writers and execs. #scriptchat

1:03 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 WTF on not taking notes? I guess, being a former magazine writer, I don't get this. #scriptchat

1:03 am             PitchfestBob:             @naultpullar That's why we made our own event. Stories like that! #scriptchat

1:03 am             zacsanford2:             One of the best things a writer can do, thank the Exec for being there. We're giving up our day off, but thanks is simple & easy #scriptchat

1:03 am             DoubleNW:             Another informed #scriptchat :) I'm happy that I'm doing all the right things. 1 on the market/3 more ready 2 go. Great nfo ppl!!

1:03 am             jeannevb:             @yeah_write ur right! Now that i'm doing freelance, notes come from every1 & if I dont take them, I dont sell the piece. Period. #scriptchat

1:03 am             zacsanford2:             @yeah_write Most writers feel like what they wrote is perfect. 99% of scripts go through development at some point. #scriptchat

1:03 am             writeononline:             @jeannevb @zacsanford2 @PitchfestBob and everyone, Thx for a great #scriptchat See you at #ScreenwriterKaraoke! #scriptchat

1:04 am             PitchfestBob:             RT @ucinema: Not sure why scripts get bastardized once theyre purchased. : Budget, actors, luck, scheduling, egos, etc., etc. #scriptchat

1:04 am             zacsanford2:             @yeah_write One was a produced writer. Gave some serious story notes and they came back with grammar fixes only. #scriptchat

1:04 am             naultpullar:             @PitchfestBob Makes sense. #scriptchat

1:04 am             jeannevb:             yeah! RT @writeononline: @jeannevb @zacsanford2 @PitchfestBob & everyone, See you at #ScreenwriterKaraoke! #scriptchat

1:04 am             yeah_write:             @jeannevb And when it's published, there will be changes you didn't even see before it went to print. #scriptchat

1:05 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 I would be honored to get bitchslapped by ur notes ;) #scriptchat

1:05 am             PitchfestBob:             We needed snow for the film we just wrapped. No snow. So Mother Nature caused us to do rewrites. #scriptchat

1:05 am             zacsanford2:             If you come to the #GAPF & #screenwriterkaraoke, find me and you can test drive your pitch Saturday night. #scriptchat

1:05 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: @naultpullar We compile the booklet 5 days before GAPF. The info is very current when participants arrive. #scriptchat

1:05 am             jeannevb:             #PIMPtipoftheday: writers, get over yourselves... learn to take notes w no ego! #scriptchat

1:05 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @zacsanford2 1 of the best things writer cn do, thank Exec for being there. Were giving up day off, but thks is simple & easy #scriptchat

1:06 am             zacsanford2:             RT @jeannevb: #PIMPtipoftheday: writers, get over yourselves... learn to take notes w no ego! #scriptchat

1:06 am             MJ_Slide:             Amen! RT @jeannevb: #PIMPtipoftheday: writers, get over yourselves... learn to take notes w no ego! #scriptchat

1:06 am             readerproof:             RT @yeah_write Most writers feel like what they wrote is perfect. 99% of scripts go through development at some point. #scriptchat

1:06 am             yeah_write:             Me too. lol Or just bitchslapped. RT @jeannevb: @zacsanford2 I would be honored to get bitchslapped by ur notes ;) #scriptchat

1:06 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: @yeah_write Always follow up a couple of weeks after sending script. Don't pester, but don't get lost in the shuffle either. #scriptchat

1:06 am             writeononline:             RT @jeannevb: SUBMIT! RT @writeononline: @jeannevb is 1 of the judges in the Write On! teleplay/screenplay query contest: http://ow.ly/1XVYs #scriptchat

1:06 am             jeannevb:             @PitchfestBob NO SNOW!? oh yeah, it's Spring hahaha #scriptchat

1:06 am             PitchfestBob:             @zacsanford2 Those are two options we didn't know about. Can you email me abt these GAPF success stories? #scriptchat

1:06 am             IndigoPlanet:             RT @jeannevb: speaking of social networking, did u'll see my article on @writeononline for tweeting writers? http://bit.ly/9GmuvH #scriptchat

1:06 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: Most common mistake writers make in pitches? Writer hones their pitch but then can't answer a simple question that I ask them. #scriptchat

1:06 am             readerproof:             RT @MJ_Slide: Amen! RT @jeannevb: #PIMPtipoftheday: writers, get over yourselves... learn to take notes w no ego! #scriptchat

1:06 am             TheWriteScript:             @zacsanford2 Can you give us an idea of the questions that stump writers? #scriptchat

1:06 am             zacsanford2:             Biggest pet peeve... The 1 minute warning is given and the writer says "and then we're in the second act." #scriptchat

1:06 am             naultpullar:             @zacsanford2 Writers do? Most professional writers I know want to go back for just one more tweak and another. #scriptchat

1:07 am             dream2screen:             Great advice & SO true! RT @jeannevb #PIMPtipoftheday: writers, get over yourselves... learn to take notes w no ego! #scriptchat

1:07 am             jeannevb:             I love #scriptchat

1:07 am             PitchfestBob:             RT @jeannevb: No snow IN CANADA! I was shocked. @PitchfestBob NO SNOW!? oh yeah, its Spring hahaha #scriptchat

1:07 am             FirstGlanceFilm:             FirstGlance Feature http://bit.ly/bNio5y and short #script http://bit.ly/a9ud5J contests Final Days!! #scriptchat #screenwriter

1:07 am             jeannevb:             @PitchfestBob i can't wait to see you guys ;) #scriptchat

1:07 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: @readerproof Story is important to everyone. Character is important to actor reps. Your prolificness (?) is important to agents. #scriptchat

1:07 am             PitchfestBob:             My biggest Pet Peeve: Writers emailing asking how much the free classes cost. #scriptchat

1:08 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @yeah_write My success rate is slim. Two were optioned from GAPF but the writers couldn't take notes in the rewrite. #scriptchat

1:08 am             yeah_write:             @zacsanford2 Do you prefer a quick one or two sentence blurb, and then more if you are interested? #scriptchat

1:08 am             cinematicshot:             RT @PitchfestBob: Budgets are important to prodcos. High concept is important to almost everyone. #scriptchat

1:08 am             yeah_write:             RT @PitchfestBob: My biggest Pet Peeve: Writers emailing asking how much the free classes cost. #scriptchat

1:08 am             PitchfestBob:             @jeannevb Right back atcha! #scriptchat

1:08 am             ozzywood:             Anything for a smoooch from yooo. ;) RT @jeannevb: @ozzywood @tylerweaver @multihyphenate *smooches* for the article pimping ;) #scriptchat

1:08 am             jeannevb:             @dream2screen *curtsy* #PIMPtipoftheday #scriptchat

1:08 am             sunspotpictures:             RT @readerproof Story important to everyone. Character is important to actor reps. Your prolificness (?) is important to agents. #scriptchat

1:09 am             ucinema:             Screenwriters are far less respected than novelist...so many ppl add their 2 cents that isn't worth a penny. #scriptchat

1:09 am             jeannevb:             U cant fix stupid :) RT @PitchfestBob: My biggest Pet Peeve: Writers emailing asking how much the free classes cost. #scriptchat

1:09 am             zacsanford2:             @TheWriteScript A question that stumps writers often: "What's the theme of the story?" #scriptchat

1:09 am             yeah_write:             The only writing where someone else doesn't make changes to your work is self-publishing or self-producing. #scriptchat

1:09 am             GCGeek:             Thanks for another great night of info and patience! And another reason to come to LA! GAPF8 - I'm there! #scriptchat

1:09 am             cinematicshot:             RT @zacsanford2: @yeah_write Most writers feel like what they wrote is perfect. 99% of scripts go through development at some point. #scriptchat

1:10 am             readerproof:             @ucinema Have you seen Tales from the Script? Truer words have never been spoken. #scriptchat

1:10 am             cinematicshot:             RT @jeannevb: @yeah_write ur right! Now that i'm doing freelance, notes come from every1 & if I dont take them, I dont sell the piece. Period. #scriptchat

1:11 am             jeannevb:             thank you SO MUCH @PitchfestBob & @Screenwriter12 for guesting tonight. We hope everyone is motivated to go now or in future #scriptchat

1:11 am             yeah_write:             That's kinda scary. RT @zacsanford2: @yeah_write One was a produced writer...they came back with grammar fixes only. #scriptchat

1:11 am             cinematicshot:             RT @yeah_write: The only writing where someone else doesn't make changes to your work is self-publishing or self-producing. #scriptchat

1:11 am             ucinema:             @readerproof no I haven't...i gotta' check it out... #scriptchat

1:11 am             cinematicshot:             RT @ucinema: Screenwriters are far less respected than novelist...so many ppl add their 2 cents that isn't worth a penny. #scriptchat

1:11 am             PitchfestBob:             @readerproof Peter Hanson, director of Tales from The Script will be doing a free class at GAPF7 on June 26. #scriptchat

1:11 am             jeannevb:             @readerproof we shld have Tales fr the Script as a Script Night... instead of reading, watch it ;) psst @yeah_write @zacsanford #scriptchat

1:11 am             yeah_write:             Great chat tonight. Now I have to go hop on the treadmill and burn some calories. Good night. #scriptchat

1:12 am             jeannevb:             @ozzywood *blushes* :))))) #scriptchat

1:12 am             zacsanford2:             I want to find scripts to develop and make from these events. That's why I'm there taking pitches & wanting to meet new writers. #scriptchat

1:12 am             jetpackmedia:             "No passion in the world is equal to the passion to alter someone else's draft" -H.G. Wells #scriptchat

1:12 am             jeannevb:             fyi, I met @zacsanford at a pitching event & now he's stuck w me for LIFE! mwahahaha #scriptchat

1:12 am             TheWriteScript:             @zacsanford2 Hilarious. Thanks for your time tonight. #scriptchat

1:12 am             The_Jodi:             @jeannevb Thanks to you and them! Will be there next year. Probably with tequila! #scriptchat

1:13 am             jeannevb:             WOOT! RT @PitchfestBob: @readerproof Peter Hanson, director of Tales fr The Script will be doing a free class at GAPF7 June 26. #scriptchat

1:13 am             zacsanford2:             As always, I'm really @zacsanford, so feel free to follow me there, as this is only used for chat purposes. #scriptchat

1:13 am             yeah_write:             I met Jeanne thru Zac. RT @jeannevb: fyi, I met @zacsanford at a pitching event & now he's stuck w me for LIFE! mwahahaha #scriptchat

1:13 am             jeannevb:             how much is it? hahaha RT @PitchfestBob: @readerproof Peter Hanson,will be doing a free class at GAPF7 on June 26. #scriptchat

1:13 am             eyamie:             @zacsanford2 Happy Birthday, Zac! Go get drunk! #scriptchat

1:14 am             ucinema:             You gotta' respect the screenwriter...i mean damn...it's not easy writing visually for 120 pages or less...sometimes more. #scriptchat

1:14 am             PitchfestBob:             RT @jeannevb: how much is it? hahaha RT @PitchfestBob: @readerproof Peter Hanson,will be doing a free class at GAPF7 on June 26. #scriptchat

1:14 am             jeannevb:             dont forget to follow @PitchfestBob AND @Screenwriter12. We'll eventually lure them into being more diligent tweeters ;) #scriptchat

1:15 am             jeannevb:             WOOT! excellent goal! ;) RT @The_Jodi: @jeannevb Thanks to you and them! Will be there next year. Probably with tequila! #scriptchat

1:15 am             naultpullar:             @ucinema It would help if screenwriters branded themselves the way that directors and actors do. #scriptchat

1:16 am             jeannevb:             I guess we should wrap this sucker up, huh? Thanks so much @PitchfestBob! Hope u were drinking :) #scriptchat

1:16 am             jeannevb:             @PitchfestBob is there anything else you want our writers to know? #scriptchat

1:16 am             cinematicshot:             @PitchfestBob Thanks for answering questions #scriptchat

1:16 am             readerproof:             Those free classes can't be more than 100 bucks right? : ) #scriptchat

1:16 am             PitchfestBob:             I'm willing to stick around #scriptchat

1:17 am             jeannevb:             heehee RT @readerproof: Those free classes cant be more than 100 bucks right? : ) #scriptchat

1:17 am             UncompletedWork:             RT @jeannevb: dont forget to follow @PitchfestBob AND @Screenwriter12. We'll eventually lure them into being more diligent tweeters ;) #scriptchat

1:17 am             zacsanford2:             Any last minute questions? Heading out soon. #scriptchat

1:17 am             jeannevb:             what troopers! #dangerdangerWillRobinson RT @PitchfestBob: Im willing to stick around #scriptchat

1:17 am             PitchfestBob:             Please everyone come to the classes even if you aren't ready to pitch. Sat. 6/26 will help you with your craft and networking. #scriptchat

1:17 am             zacsanford2:             If you're pitching a script that has underlying rights, make sure you have the rights to do so. #scriptchat

1:18 am             DoubleNW:             I LUV #SCRIPTCHAT TWEEPS!! Sometimes I actually have 2b quiet n order 2 learn new things :)

1:18 am             jeannevb:             going to the classes is GREAT networking op! Best value EVER! #freefreefree #yesthatmeansNOmoney #scriptchat

1:19 am             jeannevb:             quiet? what's that? ;) RT @DoubleNW: I LUV #SCRIPTCHAT TWEEPS!! Sometimes I actually have 2b quiet n order 2 learn new things :) #scriptchat

1:19 am             zacsanford2:             If an Exec doesn't request your script or one-sheet, don't take it personally. Not every script/pitch is for every company. #scriptchat

1:19 am             PitchfestBob:             We have a special for Friends of #scriptchat. $325 gets you the pitch ticket, hard copy of booklet, and exec luncheon. $50 off. #scriptchat

1:19 am             jeannevb:             in case u didnt notice, we have a NEW blog design! Complete w #treefort bios and pics! www.scriptchat.com #scriptchat

1:20 am             jeannevb:             we'll def be posting some pics from GAPF after its over. Hey, we shld have a photo gallery ;) #scriptchat

1:20 am             zacsanford2:             @PitchfestBob Exec Luncheon is fun. 30 minutes with 3-4 execs and some decent food. #scriptchat

1:20 am             IONRyan:             Followed every name I saw in #scriptchat. I need to get on my computer next time so I can take part.

1:20 am             jeannevb:             RT @PitchfestBob: special for Friends of #scriptchat. $325 gets u pitch ticket, hard copy of booklet, & exec luncheon -$50 off #scriptchat

1:20 am             pulitzertweets:             RT @jeannevb: fyi, my WSJ guy will be there with me too... so if u want to meet a Pulitzer winner... ;) #tease #scriptchat

1:21 am             jeannevb:             we'll be there ;) RT @zacsanford2: @PitchfestBob Exec Luncheon is fun. 30 minutes with 3-4 execs and some decent food. #scriptchat

1:21 am             zacsanford2:             @IONRyan If you followed me here, my real account is @zacsanford... this is just for the chat only. #scriptchat

1:21 am             PitchfestBob:             The Marriott's food is pretty good, indeed. But the chance to pick exec's brains over lunch is invaluable. #scriptchat

1:21 am             zacsanford:             RT @PitchfestBob: special for Friends of #scriptchat. $325 gets u pitch ticket, hard copy of booklet, & exec luncheon -$50 off #scriptchat

1:21 am             jeannevb:             @PitchfestBob @zacsanford any last words before I pull the transcript? #scriptchat

1:22 am             jeannevb:             RT @PitchfestBob: The Marriotts food is pretty good, indeed. But the chance to pick execs brains over lunch is invaluable. #scriptchat

1:22 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb I'll try to figure out who it would be best for you guys to sit by, based on the script. #scriptchat

1:22 am             jeannevb:             @zacsanford2 i love you ;) Hey @NevadaGrey is going to be there too! #scriptchat

1:24 am             zacsanford2:             Last advice: It's okay to be a little nervous, but figure your pitch is like a job interview for your dream job. #scriptchat

1:24 am             GCGeek:             @jeannevb Not like there isn't enough you already do, but a calendar of events & #ScriptChat peeps attending... love to meet these folks!

1:24 am             jeannevb:             gee, now u scared the shit out of me haha RT @zacsanford2: figure your pitch is like a job interview for your dream job. #scriptchat

1:25 am             PitchfestBob:             Come say hi if you're @ GAPF. I don't bite much. #scriptchat

1:25 am             zacsanford2:             Also towards the end of the day, if the Exec looks bored, it's probably exhaustion from hearing a pitch every 5 mins for 8 hours #scriptchat

1:25 am             naultpullar:             The other is to think about what would also distinguish you from the crowd because there is going to be a lot of people there. #scriptchat

1:26 am             zacsanford2:             @jeannevb Naw, no need to be scared. #scriptchat

1:26 am             zacsanford2:             @naultpullar Just don't use props or costumes to make yourself stand out. Please. #scriptchat

1:27 am             jeanneveillette:             damn, twitter jail #scriptchat

1:28 am             jeanneveillette:             HAHA! RT @zacsanford2: @naultpullar Just dont use props or costumes to make yourself stand out. Please. #scriptchat

1:28 am             naultpullar:             @zacsanford2 Totally agree! #scriptchat

1:28 am             jeanneveillette:             @zacsanford2 I'll be ur bodyguard ;) #ninjawriter #scriptchat

1:28 am             zacsanford2:             If you want to work in TV, I'd recommend any class or pitch consulting from Ellen Sandler. @LifesizeLD would also vouch for her. #scriptchat

1:28 am             jeanneveillette:             I'd say twitterjail is my cue that it's time to pull the transcript! Thanks again @PitchfestBob and @Screenwriter12!! #scriptchat

1:29 am             PitchfestBob:             Make relationships before you need them. Build that network. Other writers, execs, gurus. All will be there. #scriptchat

1:29 am             zacsanford2:             @jeanneveillette I'll have to tell you the most awkward pitch that used a prop at #screenwriterkaraoke. #scriptchat

1:29 am             jeanneveillette:             See as many of you as possible at GAPF... in TWO WEEKS! WOOT! #scriptchat

1:29 am             jeanneveillette:             RT @PitchfestBob: Make relationships before you need them. Build that network. Other writers, execs, gurus. All will be there. #scriptchat

1:29 am             yeah_write:             Stop rubbing it in. lol RT @jeanneveillette: See as many of you as possible at GAPF... in TWO WEEKS! WOOT! #scriptchat

1:30 am             zacsanford2:             Remember, @jeannevb pitched me in October 2007 and we still keep in touch. Other writers from PitchFest still contact me often. #scriptchat