#Scriptchat TOPIC:
EURO: Guests Bernie Corbett @berniecorbett and Tom Green @tomgreen_uk of @thewritersguild of Great Britain
Tonight’s chats were full of invaluable information. You can’t be a writer without understanding the contract issues and legalities, nor can you write well without knowing how to write visually. Both transcripts are GOLD, so don’t miss a word of advice. Enjoy! @jeannevb
EURO moderator: Alli Parker @alli_and_that
USA moderator: Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb
EURO CHAT:
@alli_and_that: According to my clock, it's #scriptchat o'clock with special guests @thewritersguild! Welcome!
June 12, 2011, 7:02 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that Hello - thanks for having us #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:03 pm
@berniecorbett: Good to be on #scriptchat -- fire away!
June 12, 2011, 7:03 pm
@zaraaltair: Time for #scriptchat . I'm here.
June 12, 2011, 7:04 pm
@alli_and_that: Just so you all know, @berniecorbett is also tweeting on behalf of @thewritersguild tonight! #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:04 pm
@alli_and_that: I'll kick things off - can you tell us a bit about what does the Writer's Guild does? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:04 pm
@berniecorbett: 1. Negotiate minimum terms, 2. Tackle members' problems. 3. Put on events. 4. Lobby Givt and EU. 5. Communicate #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:06 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that we represent writers across all mediums #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:06 pm
@ScriptPunk: @alli_and_that Hi @berniecorbett As a new writer what can @thewritersguild do for me? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:06 pm
@TheWritersGuild: And we campaign for writers rates of pay and rights #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:06 pm
@TheWritersGuild: I reckon @BernieCorbett and I will answer in stereo :) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:07 pm
@sweettweenie: hi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:07 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that we represent writers across all mediums & campaign for writers rates of pay and rights #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:08 pm
@berniecorbett: You can use the Guild to meet established writers, agents and others in the business; get advice about contracts, copyright. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:08 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk @alli_and_that @berniecorbett Advice on contracts, information and a chance to connect with other writers #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:09 pm
@zaraaltair: RT @TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk @alli_and_that @berniecorbett Advice on contracts, information and a chance to connect with other writers #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:09 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @berniecorbett: You can use the Guild to meet established writers, agents and others in the business; get advice about contracts, copyright. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:09 pm
@BellaWonder: Freedom! RT @mmaren: How trying to make and #indiefilm has been liberating to this screenwriter http://t.co/fOhyTXr #scriptchat #filmmaking
June 12, 2011, 7:10 pm
@berniecorbett: The Guild has just joined a programme to learn business skills such as tax, operating a website. See FEU Training website. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:10 pm
@alli_and_that: Leading on from @ScriptPunk's question, do you need to be an established writer to be a part of @TheWritersGuild? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:10 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk What would you like the Guild to do for you? #scriptchat @alli_and_that @berniecorbett
June 12, 2011, 7:10 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that @ScriptPunk We have different kinds of membership, including for writers without commissions and students #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:11 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that We have different kinds of membership including for writers without commissions and students #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:11 pm
@TaroJ: #scriptchat hi, can't say I've heard a lot about writers guild I used to belong to BECTU is it a similar type of Union?
June 12, 2011, 7:12 pm
@berniecorbett: Anyone can join the Guild: Full Members have been paid at Guild or industry standard rates, Candidate Mems are working towards #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:12 pm
@TheWritersGuild: It would be interesting to hear from other writers, too - what would you like the Guild to do for you? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:12 pm
@TheWritersGuild: RT @berniecorbett: Anyone can join the Guild: Full Members have been paid at Guild or industry standard rates, Candidate Mems are working towards #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:12 pm
@sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild how does it work when a writer has an agent, how do they benefit from the WG? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:13 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: It would be interesting to hear from other writers, too - what would you like the Guild to do for you? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:13 pm
@ScriptPunk: @TheWritersGuild #scriptchat Interesting, so even without commission we should look to the guild for guidance. Cool.
June 12, 2011, 7:13 pm
@piersb: Ask @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett questions about the whys and wherefores of the UK writers' Union on #scriptchat now...
June 12, 2011, 7:13 pm
@berniecorbett: BECTU is a far larger union and covers many types of workers. Guild specialises on writers. We work with BECTU on many issues. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:14 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @piersb: Ask @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett questions about the whys and wherefores of the UK writers' Union on #scriptchat now...
June 12, 2011, 7:14 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk Absolutely - we support loads of writers who've not yet had Guild-rate contracts #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:14 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @sweettweenie We offer benefits like a pension scheme - plus you get to be part of an org making the world better for writers #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:16 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @scriptpunk: @TheWritersGuild @alli_and_that @BernieCorbett Another thing - what events/networks opportunites have you got? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:16 pm
@frogfall: @TheWritersGuild what proportion of your membership are actually earning their living through writing? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:17 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @TheWritersGuild: @sweettweenie We offer benefits like a pension scheme - plus you get to be part of an org making the world better for writers #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:17 pm
@berniecorbett: All writers benefit from min rates we set, that's part of the point of a union. We are sometimes better able to settle disputes #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:17 pm
@jasonarnopp: RT @piersb: Ask @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett questions about the whys and wherefores of the UK writers' Union on #scriptchat now...
June 12, 2011, 7:17 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk Events like this http://t.co/O9FUB76 - but we need to do more #scriptchat @alli_and_that @BernieCorbett
June 12, 2011, 7:18 pm
@berniecorbett: Events include panels with agents, producers, top writers; networking; annual awards. In London, Scotland, Midlands, Liverpool. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:19 pm
@sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild cool, sounds very interesting. How long have you been around? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:19 pm
@alli_and_that: An upcoming event hosted by @TheWritersGuild, @berniecorbett: http://t.co/O9FUB76 #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @frogfall Not sure if we know how many "earning living" but majority are Full Members #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@berniecorbett: We do a weekly email bulletin for members listing events by the Guild and many other organisations. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@alli_and_that: @TheWritersGuild @BernieCorbett What other type of events are on the horizon? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@TaroJ: #scriptchat what are your views on low no budget independent film making. People need to learn their craft
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @berniecorbett: Events include panels with agents, producers, top writers; networking; annual awards. In London, Scotland, Midlands, Liverpool. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@Bang2write: RT @piersb: Ask @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett questions about the whys and wherefores of the UK writers' Union on #scriptchat now...
June 12, 2011, 7:20 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that Oops- actually that event was yesterday! #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:21 pm
@alli_and_that: @TheWritersGuild I read the date wrong! Oops! #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:21 pm
@berniecorbett: Guild has existed 52 years but predecessor organisations go back to the 1930s. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:21 pm
@TheWritersGuild: What type of events would people like to see? Meet the agents is always popular #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:22 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: Events include panels with agents, producers, top writers; networking; annual awards. In London, Scotland, Midlands, Liverpool. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:22 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: What type of events would people like to see? Meet the agents is always popular. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:23 pm
@berniecorbett: We have approx 2,000 members: 1,400 currently active pro writers, 150 retired, 400 aspiring Candidates, plus students, agents #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:23 pm
@frogfall: @TheWritersGuild Thanks. I guess the question should be: how many pay more than the basic 180pa fee. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:23 pm
@LenAndersonIV: Yes, I purchased this for "research." #scriptchat #IRS http://twitpic.com/5ap78o
June 12, 2011, 7:24 pm
@berniecorbett: Low/no budget film making is vital. Guild has guidelines on joint venture contracts that are suitable for such projects. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:26 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @frogfall Sorry, don't know the answer off top of my head but there's lots of info in our annual report http://t.co/HFfikS4 #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:26 pm
@alli_and_that: @TheWritersGuild I think that events with producers and directors are always be interesting. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:27 pm
@berniecorbett: About half of Full Members pay more than the basic subscription (1.2% of earnings) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:27 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: Low/no budget film making is vital. Guild has guidelines on joint venture contracts that are suitable for such projects. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:28 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that We did a joint event with the Directors' Guild which was great - hopefully more to come #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:28 pm
@justmetalking: @TheWritersGuild Do you register a script with The Writer's Guild, like you can do with the WGA (I think)? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:28 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @BernieCorbett Thanks Bernie! @frogfall #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:28 pm
@alli_and_that: @TheWritersGuild Excellent! I think it's always great for writers to know how their work can be handled by a director. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@berniecorbett: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@TheWritersGuild: RT @berniecorbett: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@sweettweenie: are most of your writers for film/ tv or do you also have novelists and other printed media? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@alli_and_that: @justmetalking beat me to my next question! #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: We dont have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@Alex_Carrick: RT @ToniRakestraw Don't miss #Interview with @Alex_Carrick Unbridled Editor http://bit.ly/jMxmly #storycraft #kindlechat #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:29 pm
@jasonarnopp: RT @TheWritersGuild: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@andrewhalluk: RT @berniecorbett: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@berniecorbett: If you want to register a physical printout of your script try Script Vault in Yorkshire. Or use WGA online registration. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@zaraaltair: RT @berniecorbett: If you want to register a physical printout of your script try Script Vault in Yorkshire. Or use WGA online registration. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@alli_and_that: Halfway through #scriptchat for tonight! We're chatting to @thewritersguild and @berniecorbett. Come and see what they can do for you!
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @berniecorbett: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:30 pm
@GREGBIELA: A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams.-John Barrymore #indie #scriptchat #TVWriterchat #postchat #amwriting
June 12, 2011, 7:31 pm
@alli_and_that: Can you explain a little more about automatic copyrighting and how that works? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:31 pm
@berniecorbett: If you are submitting scripts in the US make sure you use both WGA and Library of Congress registration for full protection. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:31 pm
@TheWritersGuild: Guild members tend to help and support each other, too - check out our podcasts for advice and discussion http://t.co/FFu255Z #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:32 pm
@frogfall: @berniecorbett Thanks. Always interesting to know the spread from an essentially freelance business. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:32 pm
@berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:33 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: If you are submitting scripts in the US make sure you use both WGA and Library of Congress registration for full protection. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:33 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: Guild members tend to help and support each other, too - check out our podcasts for advice and discussion http://t.co/FFu255Z #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:33 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:33 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @frogfall @berniecorbett Agreed! (I learned something, too) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:33 pm
@TheWritersGuild: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:34 pm
@sweettweenie: RT @berniecorbett: If you are submitting scripts in the US make sure you use both WGA and Library of Congress registration for full protection. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:34 pm
@antonpick: RT @alli_and_that: Halfway through #scriptchat 4 2nite! We're chatting 2 @thewritersguild & @berniecorbett. Come & C wht they cn do 4 U!
June 12, 2011, 7:34 pm
@TheWritersGuild: Just a reminder that @BernieCorbett is the WGGB's General Secretary #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:34 pm
@TheWritersGuild: RT @antonpick: RT @alli_and_that: Halfway through #scriptchat 4 2nite! We're chatting 2 @thewritersguild & @berniecorbett. Come & C wht they cn do 4 U!
June 12, 2011, 7:35 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: Just a reminder that @BernieCorbett is the WGGBs General Secretary. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:35 pm
@alli_and_that: What plans does @TheWritersGuild have for the future? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:36 pm
@TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our minimum terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:37 pm
@berniecorbett: The big thing at the moment is negotiating a new deal with the BBC for online payments -- iPlayer and online archive. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:37 pm
@walkernicholas: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:37 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our minimum terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:38 pm
@berniecorbett: The Guild has also recently started negotiations with PACT for the first film writers' minimum terms agreement since 1992. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:38 pm
@Mr_Tenn_Pup: RT @jasonarnopp: RT @TheWritersGuild: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:38 pm
@cocolarose: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:39 pm
@zaraaltair: RT @berniecorbett: The Guild has also recently started negotiations with PACT for the first film writers' minimum terms agreement since 1992. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:39 pm
@berniecorbett: We have launched a self-publishing Books Co-operative for ebooks and print-on-demand (books can be scripts as well as novels). #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:39 pm
@elizabethkarr: @sethruffer Think it was your birthday comment that turned the tide. #FilmCourage #Scriptchat :)
June 12, 2011, 7:39 pm
@nysunJT: RT @TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our minimum terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:40 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ScriptPunk Our system is fundamentally different but we have secured good rights and rates esp in theare, TV & playback #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:40 pm
@Sonic_Screwup: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:42 pm
@sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild do you get involved when negotiating screen credit? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:42 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @onewordtf: In the future would there be any way the WGGB could offer its support to freelance advertising copywriters? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:42 pm
@OnewordTF: #scriptchat In the future would there be any way the WGGB could offer its support to basic rates for freelance advertising copywriters?
June 12, 2011, 7:42 pm
@jen_btw: Reading #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:44 pm
@berniecorbett: @OnewordTF I would need to find out a bit more about that kind of work -- contact me if you would like to discuss this. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:44 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @sweettweenie Yes we do - you can read our introduction to film credit arbitration here http://t.co/ejwZ4nD #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:45 pm
@berniecorbett: The NUJ used to have a section for advertising copywriters, but that was 15 years ago -- I don't know if it still exists. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:45 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @jen_btw Finding it interesting...? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:45 pm
@OnewordTF: @BernieCorbett Thank you Bernie. Just about helping us secure a basic, livable rate of pay. Will write to you with detail. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:46 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @BernieCorbett What about writers working in reality TV - that's been a big battle in the USA hasn't it? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:47 pm
@alli_and_that: What kind of support do @TheWritersGuild give to low/no budget films? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:47 pm
@berniecorbett: @ScriptPunk . The WGA (with the DGA and SAG) operates a union town in LA. Closed shops are against the law in the UK. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:48 pm
@frogfall: Was just about to ask about the rise of "unscripted" TV in the UK. Are scripted shows regaining ground? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:50 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that See good practice guidelines for film writers & producers http://t.co/ig6hEpm #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:50 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that See good practice guidelines for film writers & producers http://t.co/ig6hEpm #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@berniecorbett: Reality shows 1/2: WGA says they are really scripted and tried to recruit staff and impose its contract (with little success). #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild thank you for the link, very useful. How does it work in practice, does the film need to be entirely UK funded? #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@YoungWritersHub: RT @TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our minimum terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@YoungWritersHub: RT @berniecorbett: In the UK, when you write something it is automatically your copyright and remains so unless you transfer copyright in writing. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @frogfall There's certainly anecdotal evidence that broadcasters recognising value of scripted drama & comedy #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:51 pm
@berniecorbett: Realist shows 2/2: Not so far a big issue in the UK. Not covered by WGGB contracts. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:52 pm
@jasonarnopp: RT @TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our min terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:52 pm
@alli_and_that: For more info on @TheWritersGuild or @berniecorbett check out: http://scriptchat.blogspot.com/ #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:52 pm
@TheWritersGuild: This is fun! *wipes sweat from brow* (Thanks for all the RTs, esp from WGGB members out there) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:53 pm
@berniecorbett: BBC plans to cut spending on daytime reality shows. We hope they will substitute repeats of scripted drama & comedy. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:53 pm
@jen_btw: @TheWritersGuild Aye, some interesting stuff. Also interesting to see UK/USA differences. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:54 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @alli_and_that: For more info on @TheWritersGuild or @berniecorbett check out: http://scriptchat.blogspot.com/ #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:54 pm
@alli_and_that: There's a few minutes left of #scriptchat if you want to ask @thewritersguild or @BernieCorbett any burning questions!
June 12, 2011, 7:54 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @sweettweenie I think it's considered on case by case basis - DM me if you have a specific query #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:55 pm
@follow_nicole: RT @TheWritersGuild: Want to know industry standard payments to writers? Check out our minimum terms agreements http://t.co/qLPhNSi #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:55 pm
@zaraaltair: @TheWritersGuild Thanks for all the info and being here. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:55 pm
@berniecorbett: On co-productions, writers' contract usually in line with Guild terms in the country putting up the most money. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:55 pm
@rdlln: Can't wait to see What's Up Lovely a film by @grking http://t.co/9emxbBP #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:56 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @jen_btw Yes, lots of differences and plenty in common with USA, too #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:56 pm
@RickRapier: @Dec1968 Join #scriptchat Sundays, #FF @kim_garland @jeannevb @ZacSanford Learn about it here: http://bit.ly/185tzs
June 12, 2011, 7:57 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @ZaraAltair Great to be here :) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:57 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @berniecorbett: On co-productions, writers contract usually in line with Guild terms in the country putting up most money. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:58 pm
@sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild thank you. I'm a very new writer, so just getting my head around it all for now. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:58 pm
@berniecorbett: @walkernicholas . We think there are about 5,000 to 6,000 people writing professionally or semi-pro for TV, film, radio & stage. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:58 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @sweettweenie See @BernieCorbett comment about co-productions #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:59 pm
@follow_nicole: Culver City/Inglewood Scriptwriters Network writing group open. DM me for deets. #scriptchat #filmcourage #screenwriting
June 12, 2011, 7:59 pm
@jen_btw: @TheWritersGuild Had a scriptwriting class in uni, taught by an American. Fun days. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 7:59 pm
@OnewordTF: #scriptchat WGGB has given me confidence and support in screenwriting. I believe all emerging writers should invest in candidate membership.
June 12, 2011, 8:00 pm
@berniecorbett: @walkernicholas . Don't know how they make 44,000, but may include novelists & other book writers, journalists, copywriters. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:00 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @OnewordTF Thanks :) #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:01 pm
@TheWritersGuild: RT @OnewordTF: #scriptchat WGGB has given me confidence and support in screenwriting. I believe all emerging writers should invest in candidate membership.
June 12, 2011, 8:01 pm
@zaraaltair: Spent AM fleshing out new #script outline. Wrapping up with #scriptchat. Now off to friend's birthday party. It's a good day.
June 12, 2011, 8:01 pm
@alli_and_that: Big thanks to @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett for taking part tonight in #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:01 pm
@zaraaltair: RT @alli_and_that: Big thanks to @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett for taking part tonight in #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@sweettweenie: Thank you @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett for answering questions. Thank you @alli_and_that for moderating :-) Goodnight #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @BernieCorbett Perhaps the Guild should do its own big survey of writers...? #scriptchat @walkernicholas
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@alli_and_that: And just so you know, @TheWritersGuild and @BernieCorbett don't bite, so feel free to ask them questions any time! #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@antonpick: RT @OnewordTF: #scriptchat WGGB has given me confidence & support ..all emerging writers shld invest in candidate membership.
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@zaraaltair: RT @antonpick: RT @OnewordTF: #scriptchat WGGB has given me confidence & support ..all emerging writers shld invest in candidate membership.
June 12, 2011, 8:02 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that Thanks for having us - keep up the good work. And anyone can tweet us any time #scriptchat @BernieCorbett
June 12, 2011, 8:03 pm
@berniecorbett: @alli_and_that Its a pleasure. Any follow-ups, email me on corbett@writersguild.org.uk #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:03 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @OnewordTF: #scriptchat WGGB has given me confidence and support in screenwriting. I believe all emerging writers should invest in candidate membership.
June 12, 2011, 8:03 pm
@berniecorbett: Big survey of writers? That's another upcoming plan I forgot to mention. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:03 pm
@frogfall: Thanks @TheWritersGuild @BernieCorbett for the info and to @alli_and_that for hosting. #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:04 pm
@TheWritersGuild: @frogfall Thanks for the questions @BernieCorbett @alli_and_that #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:04 pm
@alli_and_that: RT @TheWritersGuild: @alli_and_that Thanks for having us -keep up the good work. And anyone can tweet us any time @BernieCorbett #scriptchat
June 12, 2011, 8:05 pm
USA CHAT:
@jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK - welcome @CelluloidBlonde to discuss Visual Writing
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@zacsanford2: @jamie_ld I dunno... am I? I can if needed. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@jamie_ld: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK - welcome @CelluloidBlonde to discuss Visual Writing
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@Mindy_Crump: @LIMAMA I'm doing well thanks #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@jamie_ld: @zacsanford2 I'll be there, so I can do it. Want to co-moderate? lol #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@kim_garland: Join in! RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK - welcome @CelluloidBlonde to discuss Visual Writing
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@tracinell: going to listen to @CelluloidBlonde not at... #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:00 am
@wscalfaro: Wish I could type ( #scriptchat )
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@LIMAMA: Hello Max!n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@UnkScreenwriter: It's now #SCRIPTCHAT :01 LOL #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@jeannevb: So excited to have Max Adams here #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@andrealmcneill: @tracinell Hi Trace!!!! Haven't seen you since our Starbucks mtg in Troyn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@jeannevb: Max Adams @CelluloidBlonde is one amazing writer. Here's her bio http://tinyurl.com/63u4xle #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@tracinell: oops, omit the "not" in that last post. #whatthewhat? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:01 am
@AngieRa_: hello all #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:02 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Evening #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:02 am
@tracinell: @andrealmcneill rewrite-frenzy...I've nearly got my twitter professional-lurker license. ;) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:02 am
@jeannevb: Hope all had a great time at #GAPF last weekend and/or discussing PULP FICTION last week. It's nice to be back! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:02 am
@LibertarianArts: RT @jamie_ld: 7-8 for me RT @LibertarianArts: Better call me now, because I don't answer the phone from 6-7 on Sundays. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:02 am
@DimitriDavis: True story! rt @jeannevb: Max Adams @CelluloidBlonde is one amazing writer. Heres her bio http://tinyurl.com/63u4xle #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It has been a while since I have done this straight into the scriptchat interface should be interesting.n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@jamesgalenz: I need to grab some food before I perv at all the #scriptchat tweets.
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde is IN THE HOUSE! Jump on in and ask her a question. Or perhaps, Max, you can tweet out some thoughts first #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@tracinell: RT @DimitriDavis: True story! rt @jeannevb: Max Adams @CelluloidBlonde is one amazing writer. Her bio http://tinyurl.com/63u4xle #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@elizabethkarr: We're talking with Max Adams @CelluloidBlonde on #scriptchat. Topic is Visual writing. Great room for writers & filmmakers. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@zacsanford2: Just FYI, Twitter is having some capacity issues tonight. Surprise, surprise. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:03 am
@susyneliseduris: Hey all! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:04 am
@kellyanelons: Wow. I'm watching a TV show so preachy that it's really, really turning me off. Where is the line between story & soapbox? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:04 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Thanks, Jeannevbn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:04 am
@dwacon: Greetings to all. Got a major prodco reading my pitch bible. W00T W00T !! n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:04 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde what's the most important thing we should know about the skill of writing visually? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:04 am
@jprfilm: Going to tune into #scriptchat for some tips on visual writing
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It is a cool day in Dallas at a balmy 97 degrees. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde whats the most important thing we should know about the skill of writing visually? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@oygirl: RT @jprfilm: Going to tune into #scriptchat for some tips on visual writing #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@sffilmworks: So my timeline is full of #NBA, #TonyAwards, and #Scriptchat. Bout to crack open a bottle of wine. Gonna be an interesting night.
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@josephvales: I love this topic btw, definitely a skill I need to hone #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@jolenejahnke: Time for #scriptchat. Join in!
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@LIMAMA: @dwacon Good luck! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:05 am
@BellaWonder: Get onboard everyone! Yahoo! RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK - welcome @CelluloidBlonde to discuss Visual Writing
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Writing visually is about making a reader "see" the scenes, action, and film. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@andrealmcneill: @jolenejahnke Hey Girlie! Nice to see you!! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It's one of the weakest areas for newer writers, because they tend to start scenes on characters or action, not on location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@KonradStief: @josephvales Agreed since I am moving into more visually motivated screenplays #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@zacsanford2: Those watching the #TonyAwards, please keep from posting spoilers as the west coast isn't on a live feed. #isthis1985? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:06 am
@AngieRa_: @kellyanelons that'd be the line between midday movie and prime time movie #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@dwacon: Last time I was in Dallas, some guy was selling pitchforks… it was that hot. Weather on my ranch in Hudspeth County TX now = 99° #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@CelluloidBlonde: So you'll have a scene open like, INT. OFFICE - DAY || Bob slams into the room and picks up the phone. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@kellyanelons: @andrealmcneill Hiya!! I have very obnoxious house guests but they're parked in front of my TV, so I'm joining #scriptchat tonight. :)
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Its 1 of the weakest areas for newer writers, becuz they start scenes on characters/action, not location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@CelluloidBlonde: And the room never takes shape, is never set visually, so action and dialogue, for a reader, happen in this gray void. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@dwacon: @LIMAMA Thanks!n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@jamie_ld: @zacsanford2 I'm so going to post spoilers. Haha, not. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:07 am
@josephvales: RT @CelluloidBlonde: So youll have a scene open like, INT. OFFICE - DAY || Bob slams into the room and picks up the phone. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:08 am
@IngridElkner: Juicy topic. When reading amateur scripts I have to constantly ask writers "But what are your characters physically doing?" #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:08 am
@dtfpress: RT @elizabethkarr: Hi, Everybody. Eyes ready for visual writing techniques. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:08 am
@CelluloidBlonde: That is a long way of saying, one of the most important elements of visual writing is setting locations, making them visual #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:08 am
@kim_garland: Nice RT @sffilmworks my timeline is full o #NBA, #TonyAwards & #Scriptchat. Bout to crack open bottle of wine. Gonna be an interesting night
June 13, 2011, 12:08 am
@jolenejahnke: @andrealmcneill Has it really only been a week?! Miss you guys @Jamie_LD @jeannevb @zacsanford2 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@kellyanelons: @AngieRa_ That's a good way to put it. What about weekly TV dramas? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@htownhustlah: RT @UnkScreenwriter: It's now #SCRIPTCHAT :01 LOL #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: one of the most important elements of visual writing is setting locations, making them visual #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@randywong: @CelluloidBlonde - sounds like the visual descr of the location sets the tone of the scene #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@jeannevb: Chk out @CelluloidBlonde's #Screenwriting online master classes in July: Visual Writing || Character Writing http://ow.ly/5fB8I #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@cinemagypsy: Hello everyone #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde So by visual writing you mean focusing on the setting/locations/environment of the story? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Lots of times a writer will say, but it's just an office, it is not a significant location. But offices are all different. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@CelluloidBlonde: And if a writer is using the location, it is significant, otherwise, why is it in the script? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@andrealmcneill: It was a lot of fun. Met so many great people and even got a job@jolenejahnke @andrealmcneill @Jamie_LD @jeannevb @zacsanford2 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @cinemagypsy Hey, Miss, you made it. Yay! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:09 am
@Story_Craft: For screen-inclined writers, #scriptchat is starting now & for the Speculative #fantasychat is starting also. Happy Writing! #storycraft
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde I get that in notes for my scripts… looking for ideas to makem more visual in a spartan 3 typed lines or less. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@aboutpaula: RT @Story_Craft: For screen-inclined writers, #scriptchat is starting now & for the Speculative #fantasychat is starting also. Happy Writing! #storycraft
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@DimitriDavis: Yes. rt @CelluloidBlonde: And if a writer is using the location, it is significant, otherwise, why is it in the script? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@oygirl: @cinemagypsy hello girln #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @elizabethkarr You focus on the locations, visually, that is important, but visual movement is also important. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @oygirl Heya, Michele #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:10 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Films are made, quite literally, of moving light. So light, motion, these are majorly important elements in visual writing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:11 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde and what is IN that office says a lot about the character who owns it #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:11 am
@oygirl: @CelluloidBlonde Hi Maxn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:11 am
@cinemagypsy: @oygirl , yay you too! #scriptchatn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:11 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: @elizabethkarr You focus on locations, visually, that is important, but visual movement is also important. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:11 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Films are made of moving light. So light, motion, these are majorly important elements in visual writing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Setting location visually, you always want to use the light. Setting motion? The verbs have to be visual. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@LibertarianArts: Brings Syd Field to mind: "A screenplay, I soon realized, is a story told with pictures." #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@snouty: RT @jasonarnopp: RT @TheWritersGuild: We don't have a script registration service because full copyright is automatic in UK, unlike in USA. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@kellyanelons: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Lots of times a writer will say, but it's just an office, it is not a significant location. But offices are all different. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@KonradStief: @CelluloidBlonde It requires a novelist's descriptive sense but without the long descriptive sentences. Quick short sentences? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:12 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Yes. You want to denote the space, is it large? Small? Cramped? Expansive? Well lit? Dimly lit? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:13 am
@HistFict: RT @Story_Craft: For screen-inclined writers, #scriptchat is starting now & for the Speculative #fantasychat is starting also. Happy Writing! #storycraft
June 13, 2011, 12:13 am
@CelluloidBlonde: A huge square boxy room lit by bright sunlight is dif from a small cramped shoebox of a room withe one dingy lamp. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:13 am
@jamie_ld: After reading the Action/Comedy script I just read, I'm loath to write anything. It was incredibly written. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde How much description do you use to describe that office? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@Making_A_Scene: In sci-fi - how do you tackle explaining new technology without making it feel like a manual? #scriptchat Oh, and hi Max.
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@CelluloidBlonde: "Office" does not inform a reader or set a visual location in which action and dialogue can occur. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@story1st: RT @Jamie_LD: After reading the Action/Comedy script I just read, I'm loath to write anything. It was incredibly written. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@dwacon: @kellyanelons @CelluloidBlonde So an office with a snoring receptionist and a giant cockroach dangling from the air vent above? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @LIScreenWriter It can be one sentence, it just has to denote space, light, and some predominant texture to create a visual. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@jeannevb: fyi @TheWritersGuild was the EURO guest today. Will post their transcript with ours after this chat. #greatinfo #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:14 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde Then goal for narration is to be as interesting, compelling as story & characters. I like that.Down with Dull. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @dwacon No, those are details that won't matter if the room is not set. Size, light, texture. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde It can be one sentence, it just has to denote space, light, and some predominant texture to create a visual. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@HistFict: @jeannevb @celluloidblonde why lose ANY opportunity to impart info to the viewer visually instead of force-feeding via dialogue #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@rdlln: INT. OFFICE - DAY A man with a cheap suit and an expensive haircut stands by the window, watches the rain stream down. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@LIScreenWriter: @elizabethkarr @CelluloidBlonde In just one or two sentences. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@FurryWolfen: @Making_A_Scene Show. Don't tell. It's really that simple #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@CelluloidBlonde: A cramped office with one overhead fluorescent scatterying light on a worn polyester shag carpet. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:15 am
@elizabethkarr: @dwacon @kellyanelons @CelluloidBlonde Wow. You set the scene w/ that sentence. #snoring #cockroach #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@WaterholeMovie: Reading a script & reading scriptchat tweets. Meta. RT @jeannevb: #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK - welcome @CelluloidBlonde to discuss Visual Writing
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde What exactly do you mean by texture? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@sethruffer: Hey, all--sorry for late entry. Hope you;ve all had a great weekend.n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@CelluloidBlonde: A huge office, sunlight streaming through floor to ceiling windows onto the pale gold wood floor. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@elizabethkarr: That's the hard part! RT @LIScreenWriter: @elizabethkarr @CelluloidBlonde In just one or two sentences. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It's not about what's in the location, it is about the location. You can set a location with one sentence, visually. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:16 am
@LIMAMA: I'm writing a script and while at this chat. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@TheLoneOlive: RT @jeannevb: fyi @TheWritersGuild was the EURO guest today. Will post their transcript with ours after this chat. #greatinfo #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@CelluloidBlonde: The cockroach, the sleeping receptionist, a man at window, all of these are in a vacuum unless you make the room real. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@PAULLLEWELLYN: Is "Romantic Dramedy" a real genre type? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde Wld love to read some examples of yours. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde A solitary desk buried in an expanse of dull earth tones; solitary window gives great view of a brick wall. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@wcmartell: You want to work someplace where you are comfortable - I spent more money on my office chair than the desk. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@AngieRa_: my twitter keeps deleting all the previous #scriptchat tweets so i can't keep up :(
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@rdlln: What do you guys think about staying away from adjectives, adverbs and gerunds? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:17 am
@Mindy_Crump: @sethruffer so far so good hope you did too #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@LVADone: RT @Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: @elizabethkarr You focus on locations, visually, that is important, but visual movement is also important. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@The_Jodi: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Setting location visually, you always want to use the light. Setting motion? The verbs have to be visual. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@DimitriDavis: RT @CelluloidBlonde: It's not about what's in the location, it is about the location. You can set a location with one sentence, visually. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@jamesgalenz: I guess every location warrants a description. What you consider normal/mundane might be different from what others think. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @dwacon Where is the room's description in that? What size is it? Where's the light? What are the earth tones made of? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:18 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde Should writers try to think like directors when they write their descriptions? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@jeannevb: @wcmartell our chat is on right now! Join us! We're talking Visual Writing with our guest @CelluloidBlonde. Would love input #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Earth tones don't mean anything if they don't have a make up and belong to an object that can be seen. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@milesmaker: I tend to be VERY descriptive, but there's a difference whether or not you intend to shoot yourself or SELL your script. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@randywong: @CelluloidBlonde - if lighting gives the scene a texture, what does descr spatial relations give? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@kellyanelons: @elizabethkarr @dwacon @CelluloidBlonde Absolutely. Very nice. :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Earth toned plaster walls can be seen. Earth tone wool carpet can be seen. Earth however is a pretty vague tone. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@josephvales: @AngieRa_ use this link http://tweetchat.com/room/scriptchat has the scriptchat as one stream. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:19 am
@WaterholeMovie: True. RT @milesmaker: I tend to be VERY descriptive, there's a diff whether you intend to shoot yourself or SELL your script. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:20 am
@CelluloidBlonde: A pale gold rug is more descriptive than an earth toned rug. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:20 am
@jprfilm: @lousanz Of course, just click the hashtag #scriptchat and follow/join the convo with a prof screenwriter. Talking about visual storytelling
June 13, 2011, 12:20 am
@TyLeisher: I'll be taking part in #scriptchat - I'll return you to your regular scheduled tweets in 40 minutes.
June 13, 2011, 12:20 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @randywong Lighting does not give the scene texture, it gives it light. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:20 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde Hard to do in <140 characters. But I get your drift. n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@milesmaker: Writer/Directors tend to be lazy with their writing if they're gonna shoot themselves--it's all in their HEAD... #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Texture comes from the make up of a predominant substance in a scene. Stainless steel refrigerator. Chipped ceramic sink. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@mmaren: I blogged today about the difference between writing scripts for execs and writing for yourself to direct. http://bit.ly/jErQJzn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Scarred wooden floor. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@josephvales: At a Q&A George A. Romero said that his Night of the Dead scripts were not formatted as such, since he knew he was directing #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Texture comes from the make up of objects in a location #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:21 am
@TyLeisher: @milesmaker I was amazed at how trimmed down and sparce Christopher Nolan's Inception script was. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Space gives someone the geometry and parameters of a space. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@jeannevb: @HistFict I think they have a paid "sponsor" tweet via Twitter that places them at top of the feed. Go to www.tweetchat.com/room/scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@HeyMikeBrown: Writers write the story. The DP and director determine how the story is told. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@Alex_Carrick: My interview with @John_Rakestraw http://su.pr/2idZT3 The new writing experience - inspiration, marketing, tags, persona, etc #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@CelluloidBlonde: You are painting a room/location for a reader, this is the size and shape, here is the light, here is what it illuminates. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@AngieRa_: @josephvales thankyou :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@jponcepalmieri: @milesmaker You mean BAD writers/directors tend to be lazy, a good director would never be lazy to begin with. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:22 am
@jeannevb: says so much RT @CelluloidBlonde: Scarred wooden floor. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:23 am
@CelluloidBlonde: I can have a large bathroom full of sunlight coming through a window hitting expanses of pale marble. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:23 am
@mmaren: When is the space a character in the film, and when is it incidental? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:23 am
@milesmaker: @TyLeisher Genre may also determine. I'm writing a supernatural drama I know SFX folks need to visualize: http://bit.ly/jKi5fl #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:23 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde visual writing enriches reading experience & inspires director /art designer. Deepening screenplay. Liking this #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:23 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Or, a small cramped bathroom, one bare bulb exposing a chipped rusted out ceramic tub. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@dwacon: Abner chugs a carafe of coffee in his closet of an office, flickering florescent light bounces off the espresso color walls. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@kim_garland: RT @mmaren: I blogged today about the difference between writing scripts for execs and writing for yourself to direct. http://bit.ly/jErQJzn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde Why is it so important to tell the reader about the marble on the floor? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@TyLeisher: @milesmaker I just meant, he is not extremely description about what a location looks like or how it feels. Just that it exists. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@milesmaker: @jponcepalmieri I mean lazy as being less descriptive; as @TyLeisher mentioned about the "Inception" screenplay. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@jeannevb: FYI, @CelluloidBlonde's site is Academy of Film Writing http://newacademy.us/ sign up for her newsletter #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@CelluloidBlonde: There is that old saying, writing a script is making the blue print? Well blue prints tell you what size a place is. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde Doesn't INT. Mansion - Master bathroom - Day, say the same thing #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@BlueRidgefilms: Evening everyone, sorry to be tuning in late. Getting the kids in bed. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Blue prints tell you what the walls are made of and the floors. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@DimitriDavis: Beautiful description rt @CelluloidBlonde: Or, a small cramped bathroom, one bare bulb exposing a chipped rusted out ceramic tub #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:24 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Writing visually is the difference between a reader "seeing" a movie while he or she reads, or not. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:25 am
@sethruffer: But it's important not to be heavy handed with visuals especially if it's a spec you're sending out, in my experience. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:25 am
@sffilmworks: Agreed, @milesmaker. Many I work w/ already know the location, etc. & isn't helpful to the rest of us. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:25 am
@CelluloidBlonde: I push my writers hard to always open a location with one sentence describing the location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:25 am
@jeannevb: When I rewrite, I make a pass ONLY looking at descriptors. I'm going to do it all over again now. Thanks @CelluloidBlonde #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde We always hear about a quick read. How much do readers read all of this description? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@randywong: @CelluloidBlonde - does the scene descr purposefully set up the tone of the scene? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Writing visually is the difference between a reader "seeing" a movie while he or she reads, or not. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @sethruffer One sentence is not heavy handed. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@JosieGartman701: RT @sweettweenie: @TheWritersGuild how does it work when a writer has an agent, how do they benefit from the WG? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@milesmaker: I Write as if I intend to sell; it's all spelled out with visuals because I just never know if my team can visualize & sign ON #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@sethruffer: RT @CelluloidBlonde: I push my writers hard to always open a location with one sentence describing the location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@AngieRa_: @LIScreenWriter but is it a decrepit haunted mansion or a lush new one? #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Even if a reader has been in that room before, the light has probably changed with the time of day. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@jeannevb: @sethruffer agree. You can write visually and still keep it tight though #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde Isn't quicker, simple description better for a quick read? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@elizabethkarr: @milesmaker @mmaren Writing screenplay for yourself to direct - is it more shorthand or long descriptions? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@TheLoneOlive: Perfect way to phrase it RT @mmaren: When is the space a character in the film, and when is it incidental? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@sethruffer: @CelluloidBlonde @sethruffer agreed-one sentence is best. And not always easy. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:26 am
@CelluloidBlonde: A room illuminated by sunlight in one scene will look and feel different illuminated by a fireplace at night. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@cinemagypsy: excellent point RT @AngieRa_: @LIScreenWriter but is it a decrepit haunted mansion or a lush new one? #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@elizabethkarr: Depends on how low budget :) RT @AngieRa_: @LIScreenWriter but is it a decrepit haunted mansion or a lush new one? #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@jponcepalmieri: @milesmaker Understood. Happy #scriptchat!
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@DimitriDavis: Yes and yes. rt @sethruffer: @CelluloidBlonde @sethruffer agreed-one sentence is best. And not always easy. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@Kurt_C_Scott: @CelluloidBlonde Only one sentence? And should it be set apart from the rest of the scene direction? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@BellaWonder: RT @CelluloidBlonde: You are painting a room/location for a reader, this is the size and shape, here is the light, here is what it illuminates. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Motion is another element of visual writing that gets overlooked a lot, an it builds character along with motion. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:27 am
@LIMAMA: Some writers go overboard on description, making for a dull and boring read. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@sethruffer: RT @jeannevb: @sethruffer agree. You can write visually and still keep it tight though #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@mmaren: @elizabethkarr @milesmaker Even if you intend to direct, others must "see" your vision. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@elizabethkarr: @sethruffer @CelluloidBlonde Brevity is the soul of wit in everything it seems. And challenging to accomplish. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@milesmaker: For me? Longer. Others? Shorter... >>> RT @mmaren: Writing screenplay for yourself to direct - more shorthand or long...? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@CelluloidBlonde: If I never see someone use enter or exit in another screenplay it will be too soon. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@milesmaker: RT @mmaren: @elizabethkarr @milesmaker Even if you intend to direct, others must "see" your vision. <<< Yep! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@AngieRa_: @elizabethkarr LOL #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@pitchuniversity: RT @UnkScreenwriter: RT @jeannevb: BALLS OF STEEL: Managing Expectations http://tinyurl.com/63b2s66 My post pitchfest thoughts #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Bob can enter the pool room. But what does that say visually about the motion? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If I never see someone use enter or exit in another screenplay it will be too soon. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@mmaren: @CelluloidBlonde Motion is action, and action is character. n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:28 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If I never see someone use enter or exit in another screenplay it will be too soon. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If I never see someone use enter or exit in another screenplay it will be too soon. THANK YOU! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Couldn't he lumber into the pool room, trot into the pool room, stomp into the pool room, plow into the pool room? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@sffilmworks: Soo true, @LIMAMA! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde What steps should one take to avoid trying to do the production designer's job versus giving good description? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@randywong: @CelluloidBlonde Bob "staggers" into the pool room #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@CelluloidBlonde: You get two impressions from a stronger more visual verb, an impression of the character, and an impression of the movement. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@shackett: If anything I write scripts that are better if I'm directing them. Helps create excitement for cast and all crew onboard #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@milesmaker: @mmaren Especially if you're looking to attach name talent and/or above-the-line Producers. Write to be scene in the mind's eye. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:29 am
@LIMAMA: Shuffles, scampers, staggers, limps, runs, races..n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@CelluloidBlonde: You also, if you use strong verbs, get a feel for the character's emotion. Someone settling into a chair vs. someone collapsing #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@authorViviAnna: whew! made it, had a CATastrophe to take care of #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@CelluloidBlonde: into a chair vs. someone slamming himself into that chair. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@shackett: If you're not a "Name" and won't have "names" attached the only thing you can impress producers w/ is a script make it count #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@shackett: If you're not a "Name" and won't have "names" attached the only thing you can impress producers w/ is a script make it count #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@jamesgalenz: Is it be good to mention the first thing that meets the eye at the start of a description, then work out from there? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@TyLeisher: @LIMAMA I overly described when I started to write. Concise is better, it can still be descriptive but less boring. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:30 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @shackett Name writers make it count too. That is why they are name writers. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@milesmaker: @dwacon I believe describing the look/feel of the location for emotional effect doesn't assume the set designer's role. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@mmaren: I usually overwrite my scene descriptions on a first draft and then really hone them later. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@BellaWonder: BTW, one of my favorite breakdowns of visual storytelling from @scriptlab http://t.co/JeUETzKn#scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@elizabethkarr: @dwacon @CelluloidBlonde Since prdction designer job is 2 create believable world of story,I say more help we give em, thebetter #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@BlueRidgefilms: @shackett Great point. #scriptchatn #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jamesgalenz It's better to go from broad to specific. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@IngridElkner: Screenwriters should read graphic novels, and also try to imagine their scene as a panel in a comic, to get true visual sense. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@sethruffer: RT @mmaren: I usually overwrite my scene descriptions on a first draft and then really hone them later. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@jeannevb: God bless my Visual Thesaurus. Saves my ass when I need a verb that shows the action visually #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jamesgalenz You want to create the space, and then move in on what is going on or getting attention in the space. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:31 am
@story1st: RT @IngridElkner: Screenwriters should read graphic novels, and also try to imagine their scene as a panel in a comic, to get true visual sense. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@TyLeisher: @jamesgalenz IMO. The more important something is, the more description it gets. Don't write "CU" describe it so they see the CU #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@authorViviAnna: Me too. Rt @mmaren I usually overwrite my scene descriptions on a first draft and then really hone them later. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@milesmaker: RT @joeytrimmer: It's much easier to convey the imagery with a more detailed script no matter how good I am at pitching.#scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@TyLeisher: RT @mmaren: I usually overwrite my scene descriptions on a first draft and then really hone them later. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@princess_scribe: RT @elizabethkarr: @princess_scribe @TheLoneOlive @jeannevb @art1032 @karlabry @mmaren @Jamie_LD I won @filmcourage contest thanks to #scriptchat votes! :)
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@elizabethkarr: RT @jeannevb: God bless my Visual Thesaurus. Saves my ass when I need a verb that shows the action visually #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@dwacon: @randywong @CelluloidBlonde Bob crawls out of the room naked… the heel of a Loubotin shoe protruding from his… #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:32 am
@josephvales: @IngridElkner good point. I've got that part covered at the very least. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @TyLeisher There is no reason to say CU if you can just say "Her eyes go wide." A reader sees her eyes close with that. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@authorViviAnna: @jeannevb oooo, Jeanne, is it called Visual Thesaurus, I love thesaurusi, #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@BlueRidgefilms: @IngridElkner Graphic novels are great! Recently got the first installment of The Preacher and it's fantastic. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@BellaWonder: RT @shackett: If you're not a "Name" and won't have "names" attached the only thing you can impress producers w/ is a script make it count #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@elizabethkarr: @princess_scribe @elizabethkarr @TheLoneOlive @jeannevb @art1032 @karlabry @mmaren @Jamie_LD @filmcourage Appreciate yr support! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Graphic novels are great, but you can see the visuals, no one describes them in a graphic novel. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@TyLeisher: @CelluloidBlonde Yeah, exactly my point. Write so that the reader see's the close up, don't just jam the word "CU" down them. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:33 am
@CelluloidBlonde: So while a graphic novel will give you a good sense of how to hit the high point visually in a scene -- ? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@jeannevb: @mmaren same thing here... and dialogue too. Luckily, I love rewriting :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It won't give you a clue in hell how to describe it visually. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@The_Jodi: RT @CelluloidBlonde: I push my writers hard to always open a location with one sentence describing the location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@milesmaker: RT @shackett: If youre not a "Name" and wont have "names" attached the only thing you can impress... w/a script make it count #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@TyLeisher: @CelluloidBlonde Someone does, don't they? I'd love to see what comes out of a comic writer before the artist pens it. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @TyLeisher: exactly my point. Write so that the reader sees the close up, dont just jam the word "CU" down them. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@BellaWonder: @jeannevb Visual Thesaurus?! Brilliant! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@elizabethkarr: @BlueRidgefilms @IngridElkner Big fan of graphic novels, too. Reading them hones storytelling skills. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@mmaren: @elizabethkarr Congratulations!! Do you know what you're going to blog about? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@josephvales: @BlueRidgefilms @IngridElkner Read, then watch Watchmen to see how visuals can be translated. The Production design was great #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:34 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Another element of visual writing that is important is perspective. How do you want a reader to see something? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@BellaWonder: @CelluloidBlonde @tyleisher Much less distracting than camera directions, and less likely to piss off the director. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@cinemagypsy: RT @BellaWonder: @jeannevb Visual Thesaurus?! Brilliant! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Do you want something to be seen through a glass door? From a great distance? From a height? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@pitchuniversity: RT @fadeinpitchfest: One company rival pitchfest in July lists as "1 of 400" emails us they never confirmed. #writerbeware #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@CelluloidBlonde: When you want perspective, you have to create it and anchor the reader in that perspective. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@stealmyscript: Better late? #Scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:35 am
@BellaWonder: @josephvales @blueridgefilms @ingridelkner Agreed. And all of Scott Pilgrim <3 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@milesmaker: I'd Love critique on my scene excerpt "Breath of Seven" very descriptive but must convey SFX requirements: http://bit.ly/jKi5fl #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Otherwise, the reader will see action however, rather than specifically the way you want it to be seen. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@BlueRidgefilms: @josephvales I didn't read the Watchmen but I thought the movie was visually amazing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@jeannevb: Here's the Visual Thesaurus I use http://tinyurl.com/3ges42r #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@Making_A_Scene: RT @CelluloidBlonde: When you want perspective, you have to create it and anchor the reader in that perspective. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@randywong: @CelluloidBlonde loved the overhead perspective of Gary Cooper leaving the saloon in High Noon #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@rdlln: A small office. Plants wither on the window sill. Diplomasnline the walls. A man with a cheap suit and an expensivenhaircut #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@princess_scribe: Gr8 read on powerful visuals for #graphicnovels : "Writing for Comics and Graphic Novels" - check out the #aaronsorkin ref #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@kim_garland: Wow, all I want to do now is go back over all my descriptions in everything I've ever written. I'll make them sing! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@TyLeisher: @BellaWonder @CelluloidBlonde Plus it shows skill. I've always thought writing camera direction was lazy. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Directors like visuals. If a script is visually boring, why would a director want to direct it? Directors are readers too. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@josephvales: @BellaWonder I'll have to take a look at the Scott Pilgrim ones. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:36 am
@IngridElkner: @CelluloidBlonde I meant that thinking of your story in terms of a graphic novel forces you to think of space, lighting, mood. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:37 am
@josephvales: @BlueRidgefilms after reading the graphic novel you'll appreciate the translation even more. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:37 am
@elizabethkarr: @mmaren I'll be on @filmcourage radio show so will talk about Radio Free Albemuth @RFAmovie & screenplays in development, acting #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:37 am
@DimitriDavis: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Directors like visuals. If a script is visually boring, why would a director want to direct it? Directors are readers too. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:37 am
@CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont.n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:37 am
@milesmaker: RT @milesmaker: critique scene excerpt "Breath of Seven" very descriptive but must convey SFX requirements: http://bit.ly/jKi5fl #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:38 am
@CelluloidBlonde: That guy can really set a location, and fast. You just see places in the script as he writes them. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:38 am
@BellaWonder: @josephvales They're great. Super engaging. The movie is very faithful. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:38 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:38 am
@josephvales: @BellaWonder glad to hear, I enjoyed the movie so I should enjoy them too! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:38 am
@sffilmworks: You rock! Thnx RT @jeannevb: Here's the Visual Thesaurus I use http://tinyurl.com/3ges42r #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:39 am
@sethruffer: Absolutely. RT @CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:39 am
@elizabethkarr: Homework for me. RT @CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:39 am
@CelluloidBlonde: If everyone just grabs a copy of Shawshank Redemption and only highlight the location descriptions -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:39 am
@CelluloidBlonde: That's an education in and of itself. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:39 am
@authorViviAnna: crap have to do #scriptchat on my iPad, doing it on my computer isn't working
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@IngridElkner: @CelluloidBlonde But how do you set perspective w/out directing on page? Can't say "We see Frank's blurry shape through glass" #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@jeannevb: Commercial Break: I was interviewed by Pilar Alessandra @onthepage podcast Episode #196 http://tinyurl.com/2azkhvg #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@DimitriDavis: rt @elizabethkarr: Homework for me. RT @CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@sethruffer: Yeah, @jeannevb - thanks for the link to the visual thesaurus! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If everyone just grabs a copy of Shawshank Redemption and only highlight the location descriptions -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@susyneliseduris: lots of good stuff on #scriptchat 2nite.
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@authorViviAnna: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If everyone just grabs a copy of Shawshank Redemption and only highlight the location descriptions -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Shawshak is old so I assume no one is getting sued for having it online. [wry smile] #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If everyone just grabs a copy of Shawshank Redemption and only highlight the location descriptions -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:40 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Thats an education in and of itself. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@BellaWonder: @CelluloidBlonde That sounds like an amazing exercise - and fun, too! #Darabont #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@milesmaker: Yep. Describes circumstance. >>>RT @CelluloidBlonde Cant say "We see Franks blurry shape through glass" #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are another area where visuals are often, really often, either skipped or misused. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If everyone just grabs a copy of Shawshank Redemption and only highlight the location descriptions -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@TyLeisher: @IngridElkner @CelluloidBlonde I don't mind "we see" or the use of "we" really, because thats how it feels in the theatre #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@jeannevb: Scripts here http://tinyurl.com/3qwcvwm RT @CelluloidBlonde: One of my favorite writers, re setting locations, is Darabont. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Bob (20) enters the saloon. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@LIScreenWriter: @CelluloidBlonde Does every script need to be written from a visual stand-point? Rom Com vs. Action? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@CelluloidBlonde: That's a terrible terrible sentence in a script. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@shackett: @briangoldstein Go to film festivals. Find people who make it happen. Not just people who write checks #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@zacsanford2: If you can track it down, THE BRIGANDS OF RATTLEBORGE, has some great descriptive writing. Topped the black list in 2006. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:41 am
@jeannevb: @sffilmworks i absolutely love it! Even has dirty words heehee #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@rdlln: Should you spend more time describing a location that figures prominently in the story, or should each scene get 3/4 lines? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@CelluloidBlonde: I don't know how he moves, I don't know a thing about what he looks like. WTF, Bob? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@TyLeisher: @IngridElkner @CelluloidBlonde But at the same time, I feel like its the directors job to come up with a specific shot like that #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@The_Jodi: Me too! RT @kim_garland: Wow, all I want to do now is go back over all my descriptions in everything I've ever written. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @rdlln You don't need four lines to visually set a location. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@dwacon: @TyLeisher I've taken a few hits for "we see." I stopped using it. YMMV... #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@BellaWonder: @IngridElkner @celluloidblonde I think the words "we see" have no place in a script. Write what you want us to see and we will. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:42 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @rdlln All it takes is one scene to set space/light/texture. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:43 am
@CelluloidBlonde: I use "you see" when I want distance and attention from the reader. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:43 am
@BlueRidgefilms: @jeannevb @sffilmworks I had no idea something like this was available. Can you download it or is it only in paper form? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:43 am
@TyLeisher: @dwacon Hits from who? Producers, readers, other writers? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:43 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It's a good way of establishing perspective. But I use it pretty sparingly. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:43 am
@IngridElkner: @TyLeisher @CelluloidBlonde I can't see how to put angles like that in w/out stepping on director's toes. I'd avoid it. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@dwacon: @TyLeisher All of the above. Same with “we establish” FWIW... #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@CandaceCordelia: RT @IngridElkner: Screenwriters should read graphic novels, and also try to imagine their scene as a panel in a comic, to get true visual sense. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@jeannevb: @BlueRidgefilms it's a program, not paper. It actually moves the words around. Very cool. @sffilmworks #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@elizabethkarr: Heard Joe Drake #Lionsgate speak at FIND & said best way to improve writing/producing skills was to read read read screenplays. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@BellaWonder: @TyLeisher @ingridelkner @celluloidblonde They'll set the shots but you have to capture their imagination first. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:44 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @IngridElkner Until there is a director on the film, you are the director. Direct. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: @rdlln All it takes is one scene to set space/light/texture. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@dwacon: @jeannevb Why is Amazon selling a used copy for more than 2x the price of new? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@milesmaker: There are no 'rules' limiting a location description--it's subjective; if it serves the story, tell the STORY don't count lines! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@CelluloidBlonde: The writer is the set designer, the location scout, the director, the cast, the crew -- until other people fill those positions. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: I use "you see" when I want distance and attention from the reader. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@TyLeisher: @dwacon Hm, I'll have to use it sparingly then. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it won't become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Its a good way of establishing perspective. But I use it pretty sparingly. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@AngieRa_: I can't say how helpful this weeks chat is! I've been struggling with making my visual descriptions concise. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@elizabethkarr: LOVE THIS> RT @CelluloidBlonde: @IngridElkner Until there is a director on the film, you are the director. Direct. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:45 am
@TyLeisher: Is the use of "we" really that taboo? My style has come to use it often, but I'll stop if it's a no-no. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: The writer is set designer, location scout, director, cast, crew until other people fill those positions. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Everyone who signs on to make a film, everyone, has to see and experience a movie, when reading a spec script. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@story1st: RT @CelluloidBlonde: writer is the set designer, location scout, director, cast, crew until other people fill those positions. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@TyLeisher: I've just read so many pro scripts that utilize "we" effectively. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@BellaWonder: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it won't become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@jprfilm: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it won't become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@jeannevb: Commercial Break: Last Sunday @douglasblackmon & I were on @filmcourage talking #slaverybyanothername http://tinyurl.com/3kheje7 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@tracinell: Sing it sistah! ;) RT @CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it wont become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @TyLeisher: Is the use of "we" really that taboo? || Not if it meshes with your style and blends into the background. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:46 am
@dwacon: @Screenwriter911 @CelluloidBlonde Reminds me of the old “Shane Black-isms” that worked great for Shane. Not so much for others… #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@jeannevb: @dwacon no idea. I simply posted the 1st Visual Thesaurus link I found to show you all what the program was #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@kinalem: RT @jeannevb: God bless my Visual Thesaurus. Saves my ass when I need a verb that shows the action visually #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@TheLoneOlive: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: I was interviewed by Pilar Alessandra @onthepage podcast Episode #196 http://t.co/z2sRt9x #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@CelluloidBlonde: I did not even know visual thesaurus existed. That is pretty cool. I will have to check it out. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@BellaWonder: MT @milesmaker: There are no 'rules' limiting a location description--it's subjective; Tell the STORY don't count lines! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@elizabethkarr: @jeannevb @douglasblackmon @filmcourage You guys were great on show. Very inspiring and good reminder that tenacity is crucial! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:47 am
@story1st: Writers are debating style--while some are VERY GOOD visual storytellers and should write to their advantage vs. another Writer #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Some of the best character intro's out there btw are in the Twohy draft of The Fugitive. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@SusannaSpeier: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: Last Sunday @douglasblackmon & I were on @filmcourage talking #slaverybyanothername http://tinyurl.com/3kheje7 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde I love it. Just the way it moves on my screen is cool! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@LIMAMA: THE BRIGANDS OF RATTLEBOURGE breaks all the rules. The first 60 is set up. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@DimitriDavis: RT @tracinell: Sing it sistah! ;) RT @CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it wont become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Gerard's introduction is especially strong for a primary character. If you look at the items described -- #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:48 am
@jeannevb: @elizabethkarr *curtsy* Plus @douglasblackmon has a great voice :) @filmcourage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:49 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Everything from Gerard's hair to his face to his undershirt to his shoes screams "by the book cop" #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:49 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Some of the best character intros out there btw are in the Twohy draft of The Fugitive. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:49 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: If you do not write with authority and make that script a movie, it wont become a movie. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:49 am
@BellaWonder: @TyLeisher I'd like to read them. Maybe I've only seen the "we see" done badly in indies - like a lazy crutch :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:49 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Most writes are stronger in some areas than others, visually speaking. But if you're trying to break in? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:50 am
@milesmaker: I write my dialogue to drive visual imagination vs. description unless there's a physical or cinematic Action. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:50 am
@CelluloidBlonde: It's your job to be strong in all of them to the best of your ability. If you don't work it, someone else will #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:50 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Most writes are stronger in some areas than others, visually speaking. But if youre trying to break in? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:50 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @milesmaker Don't do that, that's making the dialogue carry scene description, overworking dialogue. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@zacsanford2: checking out of the chat early as the WiFi here is rubbish. Will be back in time for #tvwriterchat. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Its your job to be strong in all of them 2 the best of your ability. If you dont work it, someone else will #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@jamesgalenz: What about emotional words to show how the character perceives it? Lonely, Depressing, Scary (along with other descriptions)? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@sokap1: This is first time. I'm looking for a sponsor. My name is Dave and I'm a writer. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@DimitriDavis: rt @CelluloidBlonde: Its your job to be strong in all of them 2 the best of your ability. If you dont work it, someone else will #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Each element of a script has a job and purpose, don't overwork one by forcing it to take another's place. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@TyLeisher: @bellawonder I'll see if I can't find something. Off the top of my head I think Iron Man did it, not sure though. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@Screenwriter911: Sorry not 2b joining in much, just trying to catch and RT the pearls that Max is sharing tonite. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jamesgalenz I don't understand the question. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@milesmaker: @CelluloidBlonde Nope. I'm driving imaginative visuals of the CHARACTERS. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:51 am
@BrowneTom: @CelluloidBlonde @TyLeisher Read scripts by Tony Gilroy - Bourne Ultimatum, Duplicity... He uses "we" & flashbacks brilliantly. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@sethruffer: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Each element of a script has a job and purpose, dont overwork one by forcing it to take anothers place. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @Screenwriter911: just trying to catch and RT the pearls that Max is sharing tonite. || Aw youse, smooch! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@story1st: Distinct dialogue! >>>RT @milesmaker: @CelluloidBlonde Nope. Im driving imaginative visuals of the CHARACTERS. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@TyLeisher: @BrowneTom @CelluloidBlonde Noted, will add it to my read list. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@elizabethkarr: Link to Joe Drake's inspring speech I referenced #scriptchat Empower | Film Independent's 2010 Filmmaker Forum http://t.co/s0rLjmR
June 13, 2011, 12:52 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @BrowneTom Flashbacks are an excellent tool if used right. They slay in Bourne an in Fugitive. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@jeannevb: Trying to find links for The Fugitive draft @CelluloidBlonde spoke of but no luck yet #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Holy crap it's hot in Texas. I'm chatting outside and I'm sweating, ahhhh! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@Screenwriter911: @CelluloidBlonde Aw youse, too! smooch-back! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@story1st: I hear people say flashbacks are lazy writing smh #confused >>> RT @BrowneTom Flashbacks are an excellent tool if used right. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde @Screenwriter911 i'm reading more than tweeting this chat too. Great advice, Max! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@elizabethkarr: Part 2 from Joe Drake #scriptchat Empower | Film Independent's 2010 Filmmaker Forum http://t.co/gIBg2Ol
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@shackett: @briangoldstein Small, Local Fests. There's no sense in having someone pay millions for your first film. Succeed w/ Less #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@sethruffer: @elizabethkarr Looking forward to checking out Drake's speech--thanks! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@jamesgalenz: @CelluloidBlonde Should your description only describe 'physical' attributes and let dialog+action show the character emotion? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:53 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: @BrowneTom Flashbacks are an excellent tool if used right. They slay in Bourne an in Fugitive. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@randywong: @jeannevb @CelluloidBlonde - here is one link - http://sfy.ru/?script=fugitive1993 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Try simply scripts. If they haven't frozen it it should be there and it's an older script. Just look fr The Fugitive #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@ShawnRasmussen: Reading a ton of current specs is more helpful to writers than looking at graphic novels in my opinion. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@AngieRa_: @CelluloidBlonde tut tut, using dialogue to describe the setting there! :P #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@elizabethkarr: @sethruffer It's worthwhile listening. #JoeDrake #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@LIMAMA: Flashbacks became boring because too many did them wrong #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @jamesgalenz: Should your description only describe physical attributes and let dialog+action || not on intro #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@josephvales: @jeannevb this might be it, not downloadable http://www.imsdb.com/scripts/Fugitive,-The.html #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@milesmaker: RT @ShawnRasmussen: Reading a ton of current specs is more helpful to writers than looking at graphic novels in my opinion. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:54 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde will do! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@sethruffer: I think flashbacks are "lazy writing" if they're from a lazy writer. They definitely have a place in some scripts. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @AngieRa_ Funny #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@tracinell: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@josephvales: @jeannevb here's the pdf, this has two versions http://www.thescriptsource.net/ScriptsF-J.html #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@story1st: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@BlueRidgefilms: @CelluloidBlonde LOL, Where are you? It's 96 here in Austin and it's almost 8:00. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@TyLeisher: The script for Toy Story 3 featured a lot of camera direction. Maybe because it was for animation? But still. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@DimitriDavis: Going to go shower before #tvwriterchat - great information, @CelluloidBlonde! Thanks for sharing with us. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:55 am
@jeannevb: She said "rabid" RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character intros are one place you get to go rabid w authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @BlueRidgefilms I'm outside of Dallas, 97% ahhh! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@DimitriDavis: RT @story1st: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@LIMAMA: Almost time for GOT!!n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@Screenwriter911: @CelluloidBlonde re: simply scripts & the Fugitive. They froze it. I checked. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @DimitriDavis Thanks for coming. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@BellaWonder: @ShawnRasmussen Agree! Especially for form/structure/tips. Though graphic novels help you to realize how to force the eye #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@BrowneTom: @oygirl @CelluloidBlonde Yes. I love flashbacks when they're done right. And btw, Bourne and Fugitive rock! #justsayin #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@jamesgalenz: Great advice. RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @Screenwriter911: re: simply scripts & the Fugitive. They froze it. I checked. || Aw hell, that is a good one. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:56 am
@jeannevb: @Screenwriter911 @CelluloidBlonde it's not on mypdfscripts either #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@markezrastokes: Howdy #scriptchat. What'd I miss these last, oh, six months? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde Hanging out with Obama... 72° here... but it got up to 107° last week. But global warming is a myth. ;^Þ #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are the one place you get to go rabid with authorial intrusion, take advantage #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@josephvales: @jeannevb check my replies, I gave you a link to the pdf #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@cinemagypsy: @celluloidblonde thanks for chat, visual writing in my favorite class of yours #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@story1st: @TyLeisher Exactly what I was saying re: my supernatural screenplay I've gotta describe the visual requirements/expectations. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @jeannevb: @Screenwriter911 its not on mypdfscripts either || That sucks, that is a helluva script. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@UnkScreenwriter: The Fugitive: http://www.mediafire.com/?d283ba8uggnzxhk #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@tracinell: great chat tonight, thank you @CelluloidBlonde & of course thanks to the #treefort! Good night all. :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:57 am
@TyLeisher: @bellawonder Star Trek is a good one, Orci and Kurtzmen like to use "We" often in their style. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @cinemagypsy: thanks for chat, visual writing in my favorite class of yours #scriptchat || Very cool, thanks for coming #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@jeannevb: Thanks! RT @josephvales: @jeannevb here's the pdf, this has two versions http://tinyurl.com/3t8pshg #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@story1st: Thanks @CelluloidBlonde! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@kim_garland: I've been so quiet this #scriptchat but absorbing every tweet!
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@TyLeisher: Crap, it's already over :( #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @UnkScreenwriter: The Fugitive: http://www.mediafire.com/?d283ba8uggnzxhk || Thanks Unk #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@elizabethkarr: @jeannevb @Screenwriter911 @CelluloidBlonde Big brother? Power of #scriptchat? talk of Fugitive to freeze script. I wonder... #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@jeannevb: *smooch* RT @UnkScreenwriter: The Fugitive: http://www.mediafire.com/?d283ba8uggnzxhk #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:58 am
@oygirl: RT @CelluloidBlonde: RT @cinemagypsy: thanks for chat, visual writing in my favorite class of yours #scriptchat || Mine too! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Thanks everyone for coming, any last questions? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@IngridElkner: I am retraining myself to be a visual person. Drawing, looking at pictures, focusing on film aesthetics. Gotta train weak spots. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@jamie_ld: commercial interuption: #tvwriterchat in 31 minutes with @ChadGervich talking about spec pilots. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@milesmaker: #scriptchat moderator @CelluloidBlonde was GREAT tonight! Thank YOU!
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@jprfilm: @josephvales @jeannevb It just says script removed :( #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@josephvales: RT @jeannevb: *smooch* RT @UnkScreenwriter: The Fugitive: http://www.mediafire.com/?d283ba8uggnzxhk #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde Plz talk more on flashbacks. My understanding of zeitgeist it they are to be avoided? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@jeannevb: same here. I assume many have been RT @kim_garland: Ive been so quiet this #scriptchat but absorbing every tweet! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @oygirl: RT @cinemagypsy: thanks for chat, visual writing in my favorite class of yours #scriptchat || Mine too! || Yay! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@UnkScreenwriter: That's the script I tell everyone to read... Great script. Great CHAT! Thanks! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@sffilmworks: @kim_garland so you're either watching #NBA or the #tonyawards. #Scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: RT @UnkScreenwriter: The Fugitive: http://www.mediafire.com/?d283ba8uggnzxhk || Sweeet! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@BellaWonder: @CelluloidBlonde Thank you for an awesome #scriptchat and thank you @jeannevb!
June 13, 2011, 12:59 am
@josephvales: @jprfilm I know....just checked :( #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@authorViviAnna: Going to have to check transcript for tonights chat lots of good stuff there #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@sethruffer: @CelluloidBlonde - thanks for a great discussion tonight. (Sorry I missed beginning.) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @elizabethkarr: Plz talk more on flashbacks. || They are an excellent tool, so are voice overs. If used right. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@jprfilm: Thanks @UnkScreenwriter this link works for The Fugitive #scriptchat http://t.co/pFe7O0V
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@KonradStief: Thanks @CelluloidBlonde for sharing your thoughts. Have to go and get back to work! Deadlines are looming. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Visually you set a flashback like any other scene, content wise, well that'd take a whole other chat. [smile] #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:00 am
@Screenwriter911: @elizabethkarr @jeannevb @Screenwriter911 @CelluloidBlonde Just because we're paranoid doesn't mean, etc. ...hmm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@kim_garland: @sffilmworks: Haha, neither. Was reading #Scriptchat thread as it flew by - needed this lesson... badly. ;)
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@markezrastokes: Ditto. RT @authorViviAnna Going to have to check transcript for tonights chat lots of good stuff there #scriptchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @sethruffer Thank you for coming, I am sure there will be a transcript. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@jeannevb: Our sister chat #TVwriterchat is in 30 min w @chadgervich. Chad also has @onthepage podcast Ep #195 http://tinyurl.com/2azkhvg #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@dwacon: @kim_garland Absorbing like Bounty®, the quicker picker upper? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@nobull408: Damn I missed another #scriptchat Ill have to check the transcript later.
June 13, 2011, 1:01 am
@jamesgalenz: I really loved #scriptchat today. Learned heaps. Inspiration peaking. But still trapped in my day job.
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@oz_scriptwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: I use "you see" when I want distance and attention from the reader. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@Screenwriter911: Max, as always, you were awesome. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Not to pimp myself out or anything, but I teach a visual writing class. [smile] Next one starts in July. It's online. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@kim_garland: You included the registered trademark symbol, HA! RT @dwacon: @kim_garland Absorbing like Bounty®, the quicker picker upper? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@AngieRa_: @CelluloidBlonde thankyou so much for all the info. It was exactly what I needed at this moment in time! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@sulia_movies: RT @UnkScreenwriter: That's the script I tell everyone to read... Great script. Great CHAT! Thanks! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @Screenwriter911: Max, as always, you were awesome. || Aw thanks. Thank you for coming too. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@oz_scriptwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Character introductions are another area where visuals are often, really often, either skipped or misused. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde Thank you. All in the execution then. Your insights have been wonderful. Great chat. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@dougsolter: I missed the chat didn't I? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde I think I tweeted the link to your class earlier. I'll tweet again :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@authorViviAnna: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Not to pimp myself out or anything, but I teach a visual writing class. [smile] Next one starts in July. It's online. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:02 am
@oz_scriptwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Directors like visuals. If a script is visually boring, why would a director want to direct it? Directors are readers too. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @CelluloidBlonde: I teach a visual writing class. [smile] Next one starts in July. Its online. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@dwacon: @CelluloidBlonde I signed up for your newsletter. Will check out the class. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@kim_garland: @CelluloidBlonde Thank you for a great chat. Best compliment I can give: Makes me want to go write. :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@GoIntoTheStory: Is "You just don't get it, do you" the most overused cliche in movies? A montage. http://bit.ly/lmtiO2 @screenwriting @scriptchat @writing
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @jprfilm: Thanks @UnkScreenwriter this link works for The Fugitive #scriptchat http://t.co/pFe7O0V #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@elizabethkarr: @Screenwriter911 @CelluloidBlonde @UnkScreenwriter Downloaded the Fugitive! Thanks! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@oygirl: excellent chat on visual writing tonight w Max Adams - caheck the transcript if you missed it #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@markezrastokes: @dougsolter You weren't the only one. :-( #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Do we need to clear the room for the next chat? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@Screenwriter911: @CelluloidBlonde And it's hard out there for a pimp. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @kim_garland: Thank you for a great chat. Best compliment I can give: Makes me want to go write. :) || Very cool #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@jeannevb: Want more of @CelluloidBlonde? Here's list of her classes http://newacademy.us/classes.htm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:03 am
@elizabethkarr: @CelluloidBlonde @jeannevb I'll pick up the coffee cups, discarded evian bottles. #clearingroomfornextchat #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@ShawnRasmussen: @BellaWonder That's true - I do love graphic novels =) Some stories are easier to visualize through that medium. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@GoIntoTheStory: Daily Dialogue theme next week: Lawyers. Your suggestions wanted. http://bit.ly/kVX5L9 #screenwriting #scriptchat #movies #writing
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@jeannevb: nope. They chat using #tvwriterchat tag :) RT @CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Do we need to clear the room for the next chat? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @dougsolter: I missed the chat didnt I? || Oh nos, Doug, you came late? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@oz_scriptwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Motion is another element of visual writing that gets overlooked a lot, an it builds character along with motion. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@BrowneTom: @story1st Only when used incorrectly. @scripteach has a nice post about this. Check out his blog. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@jeannevb: no shit ;) RT @Screenwriter911: @CelluloidBlonde And its hard out there for a pimp. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@Screenwriter911: RT @jeannevb: Want more of @CelluloidBlonde? Heres list of her classes http://newacademy.us/classes.htm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:04 am
@dougsolter: @CelluloidBlonde I was rewriting for eight hours. Can't think straight now. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @jeannevb: no shit ;) RT @Screenwriter911: @CelluloidBlonde And its hard out there for a pimp. || LOL #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@jprfilm: @CelluloidBlonde Great chat tonight. First time I managed to make it to a #scriptchat live. Very valuable tips!
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@cinemagypsy: RT @Screenwriter911: RT @jeannevb: Want more of @CelluloidBlonde? Heres list of her classes http://newacademy.us/classes.htm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@oygirl: RT @Screenwriter911: RT @jeannevb: Want more of @CelluloidBlonde? Heres list of her classes http://newacademy.us/classes.htm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@jeannevb: Thank you all for joining in with our wonderful guest @CelluloidBlonde! What a great night for learning #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @dougsolter: I was rewriting for eight hours. Cant think straight now. || Ow, I think there will be a transcript though. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@dwacon: @jeannevb @CelluloidBlonde Doggone right we want more! Will make my next rewrite mucho mas visual. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@jeannevb: xo RT @jprfilm: @CelluloidBlonde Great chat tonight. First time I managed to make it to a #scriptchat live. Very valuable tips! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@Screenwriter911: @jeannevb I think I just laughed tequila out thru my nose. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@dougsolter: @CelluloidBlonde Okay great! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:05 am
@CelluloidBlonde: Thank you much everyone for coming. I enjoyed it. What a great group of writers. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@UnkScreenwriter: RT @CelluloidBlonde: Not to pimp myself out or anything, but I teach a visual writing class.Next one starts in July. Its online. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@jeannevb: HAHA my night is complete ;) RT @Screenwriter911: @jeannevb I think I just laughed tequila out thru my nose. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@ShawnRasmussen: Some times for smaller characters I use a description instead of a name. For example - GANGLY, the other HEAVYSET. A fun trick. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@dougsolter: All I can say is I've taken Max's Character writing and Visual writing and they helped me A LOT. Now I'm out of here. :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb There will be a transcript? || If not I have been lying to people [smile] #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:06 am
@GCGeek: Can't believe I missed tonight's chat. I was soooo looking forward to it. :(. Can't wait to pore thru the transcript!! :) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:07 am
@davisjodi: @CelluloidBlonde: Everyone is lucky to have such a great teacher in their corner #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:07 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @ShawnRasmussen: ...for smaller characters I use a description instead of a name. For example - GANGLY || Nice #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:07 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde haha yes, there will be. I'll have it up within the next 15 minutes. I'll tweet it out & post on our FB page:) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:07 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @dougsolter: All I can say is Ive taken Maxs Character writing and Visual writing and they helped me A LOT. || Thanks, Doug #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Very cool. My reputation is saved. [smile] #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde thanks again, Max! I'm going to dive into the transcript now & will let you all know when it's up #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@The_Jodi: RT @Screenwriter911: RT @jeannevb: Want more of @CelluloidBlonde? Heres list of her classes http://newacademy.us/classes.htm #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @davisjodi: Everyone is lucky to have such a great teacher in their corner || Hey Miss Jodi, I missed your entrance #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@BellaWonder: Thanks for bearing with me everyone while I indulge in the flurry of tweets that happen around hashtag scriptchat. Learning' the trade!
June 13, 2011, 1:08 am
@jamesgalenz: No, a trany-script - "priscilla queen of the desert" RT @CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb There will be a transcript? #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@ShawnRasmussen: @CelluloidBlonde Thanks for a great chat. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@oygirl: @davisjodi Hi Jodi (michele here) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@CelluloidBlonde: @jeannevb Thanks back atcha, I enjoyed it thanks for having me. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@jeannevb: Next week's topic: The Business of Screenwriting: What to Know Before You Start Writing. No guest. Just us sharing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@sffilmworks: Enjoyed my 1st participation in #scriptchat. Normally just a peeping tom.
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@jeannevb: @CelluloidBlonde you were/are great! n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:09 am
@elizabethkarr: RT @jeannevb: Next weeks topic: The Business of Screenwriting: What to Know Before You Start Writing. No guest. Just us sharing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:10 am
@cinemagypsy: RT @davisjodi: @CelluloidBlonde: Everyone is lucky to have such a great teacher in their corner ll a most excellent teacher #scriptchat
@CelluloidBlonde: Okay, back to the trenches for me. Thanks again everyone for having me and #jeannevb for inviting me smooch! #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:10 am
@TheLoneOlive: @CelluloidBlonde always a pleasure to follow you Max. Great job on #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:10 am
@TheLoneOlive: RT @jeannevb: HAHA my night is complete ;) RT @Screenwriter911: @jeannevb I think I just laughed tequila out thru my nose. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:10 am
@rdlln: I thought that was a big no no. RT @CelluloidBlonde I use "you see" when I want distance and attention from the reader. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:10 am
@CelluloidBlonde: RT @TheLoneOlive: always a pleasure to follow you Max. Great job on || Thanks so much #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:11 am
@art1032: @CelluloidBlonde Thank You and #treefort great info. I was lurking while cleaning.:-) #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:11 am
@120pgs: RT @elizabethkarr: RT @jeannevb: Next weeks topic: The Business of Screenwriting: What to Know Before You Start Writing. No guest. Just us sharing. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:11 am
@The_Jodi: @CelluloidBlonde Thanks so much for a fab chat! #scriptchat #treefort #pimpninjagoddess
June 13, 2011, 1:11 am
@jeannevb: One more nugget for those who went to #GAPF last weekend: BALLS OF STEEL: Managing Expectations http://tinyurl.com/63b2s66 #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:12 am
@dianewms: #scriptchat Alas our 48HFP this w/e for Baltimore was a bust. Film not finished in time to turn in.
June 13, 2011, 1:12 am
@dwacon: @jeannevb Awesome work Jeanne. I enjoyed... as always. n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:13 am
@elizabethkarr: Thanks again for #scriptchat love helping me win the #FilmCourage contest. I'll be guesting on the show July 3. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:13 am
@jeannevb: @dwacon *curtsy* thanks n #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:14 am
@bourbonroad: RT @CelluloidBlonde: RT @ShawnRasmussen: ...for smaller characters I use a description instead of a name. For example - GANGLY || Nice #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:14 am
@jeannevb: RT @elizabethkarr: Thanks again for #scriptchat love helping me win #FilmCourage contest. Ill be guesting on the show July 3. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:14 am
@BellaWonder: Told the screenwriter of #ConnectTo that if he doesn't get on Twitter this week, I will cut him. He needs to know about #scriptchat.
June 13, 2011, 1:15 am
@nobull408: @jeannevb great topic. Theres so much to learn as I found out writing my tv pilot. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:15 am
@sethruffer: RT @elizabethkarr: Thanks again for #scriptchat love helping me win the #FilmCourage contest. Ill be guesting on July 3. #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:15 am
@jeannevb: Thanks again, everyone. See you next week... and keep on writing! Or stick around for #TVwriterchat in 15 minutes w @ChadGervich #scriptchat
June 13, 2011, 1:15 am
@UnkScreenwriter: Nice followup article to tonights #scriptchat http://bit.ly/mh4MU1
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