#Scriptchat Topic:
EURO: Great American Pitchfest co-founders Signe Olynyk
@Screenwriter12 and Bob Schult @PitchfestBob
USA: Loglines, Queries and One-Sheets
If you’re getting ready to pitch your work, you’ll want to
read this transcript in full. Great tips on getting requests for reads. Enjoy!
@jeannevb
EURO moderator:
Teenie Russell @teenierussell
USA moderator:
Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb
EURO CHAT:
@teenierussell: It's #scriptchat O'Clock! Come join us as we
chat to the Pitchfest duo Signe @screenwriter12 and Bob @PitchfestBob
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:00 pm
@teenierussell: If you haven't already, you can read their
fantastic Bio here - http://t.co/z8a6Memz #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:00 pm
@PitchfestBob: Hello! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:01 pm
@TaroJ: Hi everyone #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:01 pm
@PitchfestBob: Hello Europe! We are in you! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:01 pm
@teenierussell: Some of you may have noticed that Signe and
Bob are in the UK setting up the Great British Pitchfest in conjunction w/ the
LSWF #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:02 pm
@Screenwriter12: Hello to all writers throughout the EU!
Thrilled to be joining you tonight in beautiful London. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@PitchfestBob: It's been an amazing time so far working with
the London Screenwriters Festival. Anybody have a TARDIS I can borrow to get
home? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@teenierussell: They are also here to promote their indie
hit @BelowZeroMovie #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@ScriptFeed: “Looper”: If made in 1997 by Disney: nVia
FilmmakerIQ http://t.co/N4FZzd5b #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@grahaminman: Go Into The Story | “Looper”: If made in 1997
by Disney http://t.co/kkhOR9NW #Scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@teenierussell: @PitchfestBob Hello Bob! Thank you very much
for joining us tonight #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:03 pm
@Screenwriter12: We are in LOVE with London and the LSWF!
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:04 pm
@teenierussell: @Screenwriter12 Hi Signe, hope you're
enjoying London and the British weather so far :-) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:04 pm
@HateTheHate: @teenierussell Pitchfest? Chasing monsters out
of the village? :P #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:04 pm
@PitchfestBob: We're happy to talk abt pitching, the Great
American PitchFest, Great British PitchFest, @BelowZeroMovie, or whatever you
like. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:04 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate Love the avatar! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:05 pm
@jeannevb: Anyone prepping to pitch a script? Jump into EURO
#scriptchat right now w @ThePitchFest co-founders as guests
September 30, 2012, 7:05 pm
@teenierussell: @PitchfestBob let's talk about it all! :-D
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:05 pm
@stuckerboyer: RT @ScriptFeed: RT @ScriptFeed: “Looper”: If
made in 1997 by Disney: nVia FilmmakerIQ http://t.co/N4FZzd5b #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:06 pm
@teenierussell: RT @jeannevb: Anyone prepping to pitch a
script? Jump into EURO #scriptchat right now w @ThePitchFest co-founders as
guests #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:06 pm
@rdlln: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Anyone prepping to pitch
a script? Jump into EURO #scriptchat right now w @ThePitchFest co-founders as
guests
September 30, 2012, 7:06 pm
@Screenwriter12: London mornings are my favorite time of
day. I have jetlag to thank for that. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:06 pm
@mrbarnard1: Several thoughts on #writing from Susan Sontag.
http://t.co/aXFMfaUT #scriptchat #indiefilm #filmmaker
September 30, 2012, 7:07 pm
@Screenwriter12: Who is lurking out there. Anyone have
questions about pitching at the Great British PitchFest next month? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:07 pm
@TaroJ: What do you like & not like in a pitch?
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:08 pm
@mrbarnard1: Six Tips on #writing from John Steinbeck
http://t.co/VWKQasE4 #scriptchat #indiefilm #filmmaking
September 30, 2012, 7:08 pm
@teenierussell: @Scriptwriter12 Did you pitch your script to
other producers before deciding to produce it yourselves? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:08 pm
@mrbarnard1: Jack Kerouac’s List of 30 Beliefs and
Techniques for Prose and Life and #writing http://t.co/GH6fElzQ #scriptchat
#indiefilm #filmmaking
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@Screenwriter12: Bob & I run the Great American
PitchFest in LA & are thrilled to be bringing the first ever Great British
PitchFest to London. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@HateTheHate: #scriptchat ... do you pitch before the script
is finished? #zombieMOON :P
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@teenierussell: If you're going to the @londonswf next
month, come join us and get your questins in about pitching! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@mrbarnard1: Henry Miller’s 11 Commandments of #writing
& Daily Creative Routine http://t.co/WxjyStjd #scriptchat #indiefilm
#filmmaking
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ I don't like a pitch that is too
rehearsed. Have fun, enjoy your story... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:09 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ ...and remember across the table is
another person, not some big nebulous industry you are trying to break into.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: Bob
& I run the Great American PitchFest in LA & are thrilled to be
bringing the first ever Great British Pi ...
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@mrbarnard1: 10 Tips on #writing from David Ogilvy
http://t.co/iBCClWIL #scriptchat #indiefilm #filmmaking
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@londonswf: RT @teenierussell: RT @teenierussell: If you're
going to the @londonswf next month, come join us and get your questins in about
pitching! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate It is a mistake to pitch before
the script is finished. A mistake I commonly make... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@Screenwriter12: I want every pitch to tell the title,
genre, protagonist, their goal, obstacle & the lesson learned. In about a
sentence. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:10 pm
@TaroJ: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: I want every
pitch to tell the title, genre, protagonist, their goal, obstacle & the
lesson learned. In about a ...
September 30, 2012, 7:11 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: I
want every pitch to tell the title, genre, protagonist, their goal, obstacle
& the lesson learned. In about a ...
September 30, 2012, 7:11 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate ... If the exec is interested
& asks questions I can't answer due to incomplete script, it might turn
him/her off. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:11 pm
@TaroJ: @Screenwriter12 any chance you could tell us the
pitch for Bellow Zero as an example? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@teenierussell: Q: How do you start a pitch? You sit down
introduce yourself and then what? Just go into it? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate Did somebody say ZOMBIE? I love
them to undeath. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@SiUttley: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: I want
every pitch to tell the title, genre, protagonist, their goal, obstacle &
the lesson learned. In about a ...
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@princess_scribe: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@HateTheHate Did somebody say ZOMBIE? I love them to undeath. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@Gimme_Credit: RT @teenierussell: RT @teenierussell: If
you're going to the @londonswf next month, come join us and get your questins
in about pitching! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:12 pm
@PitchfestBob: RT @teenierussell: If youre going to the
@londonswf next month, come join us and get your questins in about pitching!
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:13 pm
@Bang2write: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: I want
every pitch to tell the title, genre, protagonist, their goal, obstacle &
the lesson learned. In about a ...
September 30, 2012, 7:13 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell I prefer to have my pitches
nice and short (my most successful pitch ever was 10 words). #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:13 pm
@Screenwriter12: @teenierussell Another company tried to
option BZ but we decided to produce it ourselves. We had already done a lot of
preprod. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:13 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell ... so there is always time
for small talk before getting into it. Remember, you are pitching yourself,
too. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:14 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell A quality writer is just as
important as quality writing. Be yourself... unless your self is a jerk.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:14 pm
@Screenwriter12: @HateTheHate I often like to write my pitch
BEFORE I write the script. So I know that I can pitch it. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:15 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell Remember, you & the exec
could be working together for the next three years. Are you professional and
personable? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:15 pm
@Screenwriter12: The single biggest mistake a writer can
make is to send their work out before it is ready. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:16 pm
@teenierussell: @Screenwriter12 that's interesting, when you
say you write your pitch, do you mean mostly the logline or the whole of the
pitch? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:17 pm
@SpockWriter: @PitchFestBob @Screenwriter12 Hi guys! Hope
you two are well and not too put off with this weather ATM. Where do you two
stand #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:17 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell Remember, you & the exec could be working together for the
next three years. Are you professional a ...
September 30, 2012, 7:17 pm
@PitchfestBob: A short pitch allows me to be friendly &
see if the exec is willing to be the same. Some execs aren't going to be right
for you. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:18 pm
@SpockWriter: @PitchFestBob @Screenwriter12 on pitching
unwritten projects? Good thing or a bad thing? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:18 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ BZ is a thriller about a writer with
writer's block who arranges to have himself locked in a slaughterhouse
freezer... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:18 pm
@PitchfestBob: ... Just like you aren't going to be right
for some execs. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:18 pm
@kingisafink: RT @screenwriter12: The single biggest mistake
a writer can make is to send their work out before it is ready. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:19 pm
@AlixMarkman: RT @GoIntoTheStory: RT @GoIntoTheStory:
Screenwriting advice from 1920 book "How to Write Photoplays". Today:
Happy Endings http://t.co/WHXHoaur #screenwrit ...
September 30, 2012, 7:19 pm
@HateTheHate: @Screenwriter12 #scriptchat I never get past
the outline/pitch. #LOL
September 30, 2012, 7:19 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter London Weather: Not nearly as
grey as I expected. I think London needs a new Meteorological Publicist in the
USA. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:20 pm
@scripteach: Check it out me droogies!n“@DigitalDuckInc:
Character Breakdown: A CLOCKWORK ORANGE'S ALEX http://t.co/yBqkDbTL
@FilmmakerIQ”n#ScriptChat
September 30, 2012, 7:20 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ ...to overcome his writer's block
but the story he is writing starts to become real, with fiction & reality
blurring. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:21 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter Signe is right about writing a
pitch helping clarify your story, but I think pitching unwritten material = mistake.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:21 pm
@Cilly247: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell A quality writer is just as important as quality writing. Be
yourself... unless your self is a jerk. #s ...
September 30, 2012, 7:21 pm
@teenierussell: @PitchfestBob @screenwriter12 Listening to
the interview with Chris Jones, I found it interesting when you mention that
you are #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:21 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter ... a mistake I make all the
time. The details of the story are what's going to impress an exec. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:22 pm
@Screenwriter12: A great pitch is succinct, not necessarily
short. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:22 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter ... if you haven't written them
yet, how will you answer his questions? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:22 pm
@teenierussell: @PitchfestBob @screenwriter12 ...pitching to
form a relationship, not necessarily to sell the script #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:23 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter But I understand the temptation
to pitch unwritten material. The moment of inspiration is so exciting...
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:23 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter ... Channel that inspiration
into the writing, then share it with the world. That's my advice. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:23 pm
@thatScriptChick: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell A quality writer is just as important as quality writing. Be
yourself... unless your self is a jerk. #s ...
September 30, 2012, 7:23 pm
@Screenwriter12: @teenierussell I often write my logline out
first before I write the script, to make sure it is pitch-able. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:23 pm
@SpockWriter: @PitchfestBob Good question: I have the
idea/pitch in mind - it all makes sense, but it doesn't exist in script form.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:24 pm
@HateTheHate: @Screenwriter12 Would the pitch involve a plot
outline (in detail)? :) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:24 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell It's true. Writing is a very
isolationist activity. Moviemaking is overwhelmingly collaborative. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@dandollar: everyone writing? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@teenierussell: @Screenwriter12 do you also think about the
budget before writing a script? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@nisajaie: Getting through these notes for the group.
Everyone's outlines are great! Cannot wait to see what they become. #scriptchat
#writersgroup2
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: Bob
& I run the Great American PitchFest in LA & are thrilled to be
bringing the first ever Great British Pi ...
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@Screenwriter12: @SpockWriter Hi Scott - great to see you
here. You can pitch unwritten material, but you take uncessary chances by doing
so. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:25 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell Building a network of
like-minded creative people & execs is its own reward. You will help
others, & vice-versa. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
@Screenwriter12: Look at the resources in your own life, and
use them as ingredients in your scripts so you can become your own filmmaker.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell It's true. Writing is a very isolationist activity. Moviemaking
is overwhelmingly collaborative. #scrip ...
September 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell It's true. Writing is a very isolationist activity. Moviemaking
is overwhelmingly collaborative. #scrip ...
September 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate Pitches vary, but in general,
just say enough to get a conversation started. Here's a way to practice:
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:26 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate Think of a movie you love. Now
convince a friend to see it. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:27 pm
@Screenwriter12: @SpockWriter Uncessary chances meaning -
you don't have the script ready to go, and spoil the interest by not having it
written. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:27 pm
@PitchfestBob: @HateTheHate Hit the points that appeal to
THEM. "A shark terrorizes a coastal town." If the exec asks,
"What next?" you're in. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:28 pm
@PitchfestBob: Nobody likes being talked AT for five
minutes. Get them interested, then answer their questions. KNOW your story,
but... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:29 pm
@Screenwriter12: @HateTheHate The single biggest mistake
when pitching is to tell too much information. Focus on your logline, not every
scene. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:29 pm
@PitchfestBob: ... you don't need to hit every detail in the
pitch. Paint a succinct, intriguing pic of your protag. What is his fatal
flaw?... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@teenierussell: @pitchfestbob @screenwriter12 I pitched at
the LSWF last year and can say that it was far from ideal, but a fantastic
experience #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@PitchfestBob: ... why do we root for him? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@SpockWriter: @Screenwriter12 I see what you mean, I might
avoid pitching that but mention it as a WIP as I think it's opener (pitch) is
solid #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@HateTheHate: @PitchfestBob Outline... http://t.co/jfYb2oIq
...notes welcome. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@TaroJ: We're half way through #scriptchat with pitching
experts, writers and producers @PitchfestBob and @Screenwriter12 lots of great
advice.
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@Screenwriter12: Your primary goal when pitching is to build
a relationship. Selling your script is secondary to selling yourself.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@HateTheHate: @Screenwriter12 Outline...
http://t.co/jfYb2oIq ...too much detail? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:30 pm
@teenierussell: @pitchfestbob @screenwriter12 one of my
mistakes was accept their suggestions too easily rather than fight for my
script #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:31 pm
@SpockWriter: @Screenwriter12 Was there any difference in
pitching a SCRIPT compared to BZ, a fully produced feature film to distributors
etc? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:31 pm
@TaroJ: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: @HateTheHate
The single biggest mistake when pitching is to tell too much information. Focus
on your logline, not e ...
September 30, 2012, 7:31 pm
@PitchfestBob: Taking a moment to congratulate Signe for winning
Best Screenplay - San Diego Film Fest last night! @BelowZeroMovie @SDFilmFest
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:32 pm
@Screenwriter12: Pitching is a necessary evil. You must
pitch if you want your project to be produced. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:32 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
@HateTheHate The single biggest mistake when pitching is to tell too much
information. Focus on your logline, not e ...
September 30, 2012, 7:32 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell When dealing with notes,
always ask this: "What was I hoping to accomplish with the thing they want
changed?" ... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:32 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Taking a
moment to congratulate Signe for winning Best Screenplay - San Diego Film Fest
last night! @BelowZeroMovie @S ...
September 30, 2012, 7:33 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell Then ask, "How can I
accomplish the same thing while taking their notes into account?"...
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:33 pm
@Screenwriter12: @SpockWriter You must recognize what you
want from each pitch. Ask for what you want - an option, development $,
representation. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@SpockWriter: @PitchfestBob Another award?! I think she will
have to use that slaughterhouse as a place to store them all ;) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell ... If a solution exists to
make everyone happy, take it. If the changes ruin your story/character/theme,
fight. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@teenierussell: @Screenwriter12 Congratulations on the
award! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@Sofluid: RT @TaroJ: RT @TaroJ: We're half way through
#scriptchat with pitching experts, writers and producers @PitchfestBob and
@Screenwriter12 lots of gre ...
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@PitchfestBob: RT @SpockWriter: @PitchfestBob Another award?!
I think she will have to use that slaughterhouse as a place to store them all
;) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@Screenwriter12: @SpockWriter If I pitch investors, I expand
my pitch to include budget, schedule, financial plan, key team, etc.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:34 pm
@Migzzz_P: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: Your
primary goal when pitching is to build a relationship. Selling your script is
secondary to selling yourself. # ...
September 30, 2012, 7:35 pm
@PitchfestBob: RT @Screenwriter12: Recognize what you want
from each pitch. Ask for what you want - an option, development $,
representation. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:35 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell ... If a solution exists to make everyone happy, take it. If the
changes ruin your story/character/them ...
September 30, 2012, 7:36 pm
@SamClark969: RT @princess_scribe: RT @princess_scribe:
"There's a new god in town - the god of money..."
http://t.co/fyaAHKhK #amwriting #screenwriting #scriptchat #ohchat
September 30, 2012, 7:36 pm
@PitchfestBob: @spockwriter Focus on your script/film's
strengths as the exec would see them? Box office success? Artistic prestige?
Influence? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:36 pm
@Screenwriter12: @SpockWriter If I pitch talent, I include
details about the character, the arc of character, & why it's right for
them. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:36 pm
@Screenwriter12: @teenierussell Thanks Teenie! I need to get
a bigger desk! :) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:36 pm
@PitchfestBob: First World Problems. ;-) RT @Screenwriter12:
@teenierussell Thanks Teenie! I need to get a bigger desk! :) #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:37 pm
@AnnaGanderton: ..... Always remembering @yogoldsmith pitch
advice! Loving the Pitch topic #scriptchat & a glass o'wine #LoveSunPM
September 30, 2012, 7:37 pm
@teenierussell: RT @TaroJ: RT @TaroJ: We're half way through
#scriptchat with pitching experts, writers and producers @PitchfestBob and
@Screenwriter12 lots of gre ...
September 30, 2012, 7:38 pm
@Screenwriter12: @teenierussell In every pitch, remember
that you are hosting the meeting. But you are also deciding if they are right
for you. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:39 pm
@Screenwriter12: When I was writing the script, I developed
writer's block & arranged to have myself locked in a freezer to write the
script. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:40 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
@teenierussell In every pitch, remember that you are hosting the meeting. But
you are also deciding if they are rig ...
September 30, 2012, 7:40 pm
@teenierussell: Q: Ideally, should one have more than 1
script to pitch? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:40 pm
@TaroJ: What's the best way to set up a pitch? query letter,
networking event, surveillance equipment and stalking? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:41 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob:
@teenierussell ... If a solution exists to make everyone happy, take it. If the
changes ruin your story/character/them ...
September 30, 2012, 7:41 pm
@PitchfestBob: Another aside: There are over 100 excellent
panelists coming to this year's @londonswf. It boggles my mind. Just amazing.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:41 pm
@Screenwriter12: If an exec says no to your pitch, use the
remaining time to further the relationship. Go on an 'information quest'.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:41 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: Another aside: There are
over 100 excellent panelists coming to this years @londonswf. It boggles my
mind. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:42 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell Ideally, yes. But it only
takes one great story, and one right relationship with an exec... #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:42 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ All of the above. Use every
opportunity you can to further your career. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:42 pm
@PitchfestBob: @teenierussell ... Agents, though, will want
to know you can generate material for them to sell over the long haul.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:42 pm
@teenierussell: @PitchfestBob I tell you, it takes at least
a week to recover from the experience! #lswf #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:43 pm
@londonswf: @teenierussell @PitchfestBob we can't wait to
have you and Signe at the fest! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:43 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ Why, the best way is to come to the
Great British Pitchfest of course. Then come to the Great American PitchFest in
June! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:43 pm
@Screenwriter12: @teenierussell I suggest you do not pitch
more than 1 script in a single meeting. Execs often feel they have to make a
choice. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:43 pm
@teenierussell: @Screenwriter12 what is the funniest/
weirdest/ most creative way someone has pitched to you? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@Bang2write: RT @londonswf: RT @londonswf: @teenierussell
@PitchfestBob we can't wait to have you and Signe at the fest! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@SpockWriter: RT @londonswf: @teenierussell @PitchfestBob we
cant wait to have you and Signe at the fest! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: @Screenwriter12 @HateTheHate absolutely! a
writer trying to explain the universe when you want to know central message is
no fun #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@Screenwriter12: @londonswf We can't wait! The lineup for
LSF is amazing!! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
@HateTheHate The single biggest mistake when pitching is to tell too much
information. Focus on your logline, not e ...
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@TaroJ: Are there any details you can give us on the
pitchfest at LSWF? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ But seriously, I prefer to meet
someone face to face. Get to know the measure of the man, as they say. 2nd
place: email #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:44 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @TaroJ: RT @TaroJ: We're half way through
#scriptchat with pitching experts, writers and producers @PitchfestBob and
@Screenwriter12 lots of gre ...
September 30, 2012, 7:45 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: Your
primary goal when pitching is to build a relationship. Selling your script is
secondary to selling yourself. # ...
September 30, 2012, 7:45 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: @TaroJ
Why, the best way is to come to the Great British Pitchfest of course. Then
come to the Great American PitchFes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:45 pm
@scriptcat: 100 awesome #screenwriting websites generously
shared by @17west on The Athletic Nerd http://t.co/UMU3td0w #scriptchat
#writetip #amwriting
September 30, 2012, 7:46 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ We are still firming up execs, but the
lineup is looking great. The process will be an abbrev. version of the GAPF in
LA. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:46 pm
@SpockWriter: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: @TaroJ
Why, the best way is to come to the Great British Pitchfest of course. Then
come to the Great American PitchFes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:46 pm
@TaroJ: When someone has pitched to you, you like them but
not the story, would you ask what else they have? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:47 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ There will be approx 11 pitch
sessions at LSF, each 90 minutes. Execs from LA & the UK. Paramount will be
there. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:47 pm
@TaroJ: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: @TaroJ There
will be approx 11 pitch sessions at LSF, each 90 minutes. Execs from LA &
the UK. Paramount will ...
September 30, 2012, 7:47 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
@TaroJ There will be approx 11 pitch sessions at LSF, each 90 minutes. Execs
from LA & the UK. Paramount will ...
September 30, 2012, 7:48 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ Yes. We like to work with people we
like. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:48 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ Also, at least one high-end agency
TBA. Signe's & my company will be represented as well if you have a
contained thriller #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:48 pm
@TaroJ: @Screenwriter12 will it be a 1 to 1 pitch or an
audience and panel setup? #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:48 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ Ask what else they have, look to them
to do rewrite work on another script, recommend them to other execs we know...
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:49 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ ... we are writers, too (as well as
producers), & want to see all good writers succeed. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:49 pm
@SpockWriter: @PitchfestBob @Screenwriter12 I can't believe
that Great British PitchFest is only a month's time. Eight months have flown
by! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:50 pm
@PitchfestBob: @TaroJ As many 1 on 1 meetings you can get in
the allotted time. Here, as at GAPF, we fight to keep the ratios beneficial.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:50 pm
@Screenwriter12: A great pitch often means a great script.
It is essential to be exceptional at both. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:50 pm
@Screenwriter12: @TaroJ Pitching is private, one on one.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:51 pm
@teenierussell: 10 minutes to go on Euro #scriptchat Got any
questions on pitching to @PitchfestBob and @Screenwriter12 ? Lots of great
advice #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:51 pm
@PitchfestBob: @SpockWriter Would never have had this
opportunity without ur help. Living proof of the value of relationships b4 you
need them. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:51 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: A
great pitch often means a great script. It is essential to be exceptional at
both. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:52 pm
@scriptcat: To get to excellent, #Screenwriters need time to
fail & write badly. Scriptcat weighs in http://t.co/HqTQnZMI #screenwriting
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:52 pm
@Screenwriter12: If anyone is in Manchester next weekend,
'Below Zero' screens at the Grimm Up North on Sunday (Oct 7th) at 3:40pm.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:52 pm
@AnnaGanderton: @yogoldsmith ....& that made me go on
& set my logline & pitch early on.. It seems to get interest & gets
people's Qs #Motivates #Scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:53 pm
@BrowneTom: Strumming Scenes: A Writing Exercise.
http://t.co/6313Fe91 #scriptchat #amwriting #screenwriting
September 30, 2012, 7:53 pm
@teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12 If anyone is in
Manchester next weekend, Below Zero screens @ the Grimm Up North Sunday (Oct
7th) at 3:40pm #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:53 pm
@scriptcat: Okay, so why do "Made for #TV movies"
sometimes suck? The inimitable @CConradt weighs in: http://t.co/WMljQF1T
#screenwriting #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:54 pm
@SpockWriter: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: If
anyone is in Manchester next weekend, 'Below Zero' screens at the Grimm Up North
on Sunday (Oct 7th) at 3:40pm. # ...
September 30, 2012, 7:54 pm
@Screenwriter12: Anyone can email me at
info@belowzeromovie.com if they would like a copy of the script. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:54 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @teenierussell: RT @teenierussell: RT
@Screenwriter12 If anyone is in Manchester next weekend, Below Zero screens @
the Grimm Up North Sunday (Oct 7th) ...
September 30, 2012, 7:55 pm
@Screenwriter12: If you have a low budget 'man in a box'
type of thriller, please be sure to pitch us at info@belowzeromovie.com.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:55 pm
@teenierussell: Great opp everyone RT: @Screenwriter12
Anyone can email me at info@belowzeromovie.com if they would like a copy of the
script. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:56 pm
@PitchfestBob: Any questions, thoughts, issues, ideas, want
a quick assessment of your pitch, feel free to email me too. bob@pitchfest.com
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:56 pm
@SpockWriter: RT @Screenwriter12: Anyone can email me at
info@belowzeromovie.com if they would like a copy of the script. A MUST READ!!
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:56 pm
@TaroJ: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Any questions,
thoughts, issues, ideas, want a quick assessment of your pitch, feel free to
email me too. bob@pitchfes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:56 pm
@DebbieBMoon: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: If you
have a low budget 'man in a box' type of thriller, please be sure to pitch us
at info@belowzeromovie.com. #sc ...
September 30, 2012, 7:56 pm
@Bang2write: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Any
questions, thoughts, issues, ideas, want a quick assessment of your pitch, feel
free to email me too. bob@pitchfes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:57 pm
@SpockWriter: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Any
questions, thoughts, issues, ideas, want a quick assessment of your pitch, feel
free to email me too. bob@pitchfes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:57 pm
@teenierussell: Fantastic opp! RT: @Screenwriter12 If you
have a low$ 'man in a box' thriller, pls be sure to pitch us
info@belowzeromovie.com #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:57 pm
@Screenwriter12: @PitchfestBob is one of the best pitch
coaches out there. For scripts and pitches. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:58 pm
@Bang2write: RT @teenierussell: RT @teenierussell: Fantastic
opp! RT: @Screenwriter12 If you have a low$ 'man in a box' thriller, pls be
sure to pitch us info@belowzero ...
September 30, 2012, 7:58 pm
@Bang2write: @teenierussell @Screenwriter12 #scriptchat I
take it you mean a contained thriller?
September 30, 2012, 7:58 pm
@PitchfestBob: And if you are coming to @londonswf, please
find me and say hello. I will be all over that joint like vortex energy on a
TARDIS. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:59 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Any
questions, thoughts, issues, ideas, want a quick assessment of your pitch, feel
free to email me too. bob@pitchfes ...
September 30, 2012, 7:59 pm
@PitchfestBob: Retweet this? Don't mind if I do! RT
@Screenwriter12: @PitchfestBob is one of the best script & pitch coaches
out there. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 7:59 pm
@rdlln: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Any questions,
thoughts, issues, ideas, want a quick assessment of your pitch, feel free to
email me too. bob@pitchfes ...
September 30, 2012, 8:00 pm
@Screenwriter12: @Bang2write We call ours 'man in a box'
stories, but yes, same thing. Think 'Buried', 'Open Water', 'Alice Creed',
'Cube', etc. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:00 pm
@teenierussell: Thank you so much to @PitchfestBob and
@Screenwriter12 for joining us tonight! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:01 pm
@TaroJ: Next week we hope to be talking to Tim Whitnall
writer of the Kenny Everett biopic showing on BBC 4 this Wednesday, & The
Hide #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:01 pm
@TaroJ: If I can sign him up to Twitter in time #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:02 pm
@teenierussell: If you've missed tonight's chat (or even if
you haven't) make sure to catch the transcript in the morning. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:02 pm
@Silverwingscrpt: RT @scripteach: RT @scripteach: Check it
out me droogies!n“@DigitalDuckInc: Character Breakdown: A CLOCKWORK ORANGE'S
ALEX http://t.co/yBqkDbTL @Filmmak ...
September 30, 2012, 8:03 pm
@PitchfestBob: Thank you, Europeans! RT @teenierussell:
Thank you so much to @PitchfestBob and @Screenwriter12 for joining us tonight!
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:03 pm
@TaroJ: Thanks again to @PitchfestBob and @Screenwriter12
for a great chat and some very generous advice and offers #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:03 pm
@teenierussell: Thanks to everyone who joined us tonight.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:03 pm
@NamingJasonC: Thoroughly enjoying the chat. Q: Could I
start a pitch with a "what would you do?"n #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:03 pm
@Screenwriter12: Thank you to Teenie and everyone at Euro
#scriptchat! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:04 pm
@Bang2write: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
@Bang2write We call ours 'man in a box' stories, but yes, same thing. Think
'Buried', 'Open Water', 'Alice Creed', ...
September 30, 2012, 8:05 pm
@PitchfestBob: Hope to see everyone at the LSF, & the
BELOW ZERO screenings in Manchester & Transylvania. Screenings at
http://t.co/NzxZAEL3 #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:05 pm
@Screenwriter12: @NamingJasonC You can, but it might
distract from your pitch. Exec could still be thinking about the ? when u start
the pitch. #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:06 pm
@antonsays: RT @TaroJ: RT @TaroJ: Next week we hope to be
talking to Tim Whitnall writer of the Kenny Everett biopic showing on BBC 4
this Wednesday, & Th ...
September 30, 2012, 8:06 pm
@teenierussell: You can also catch pitching tips from the
duo here - http://t.co/FsNuPoqc #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:06 pm
@PitchfestBob: @NamingJasonC You can, indeed, but be sure to
let the exec knows how your protag answers that question during the pitch.
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:06 pm
@YVONNEGRACE1: RT @teenierussell: RT @teenierussell: RT @Screenwriter12
If anyone is in Manchester next weekend, Below Zero screens @ the Grimm Up
North Sunday (Oct 7th) ...
September 30, 2012, 8:08 pm
@PitchfestBob: Here too: http://t.co/fuBouqhO RT
@teenierussell: You can also catch pitching tips from the duo here -
http://t.co/nAMAkvGj #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:10 pm
@Screenwriter12: If anyone would like a pitching article or
the script for 'Below Zero' sent their way, email me at info@belowzeromovie.com
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:11 pm
@PitchfestBob: Good night all! Cheerio! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:11 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Thank
you, Europeans! RT @teenierussell: Thank you so much to @PitchfestBob and
@Screenwriter12 for joining us tonight ...
September 30, 2012, 8:11 pm
@AnnaGanderton: RT @TaroJ: RT @TaroJ: Next week we hope to
be talking to Tim Whitnall writer of the Kenny Everett biopic showing on BBC 4
this Wednesday, & Th ...
September 30, 2012, 8:11 pm
@Screenwriter12: Thanks and good night to you all. Hope to
see you at the LSF! #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:12 pm
@cutcrapwrite: Cut The Crap and PITCH THAT DAMN SCREENPLAY!
just sold in the UK! Maybe someone preparing for the #GAPF in London in
October. #ScriptChat
September 30, 2012, 8:12 pm
@Bang2write: Dear Sir/Madam … http://t.co/HyeIifRW
#scriptchat #screenwriting #amwriting
September 30, 2012, 8:12 pm
@mariaolsen66: RT @CordeiroRick: RT @CordeiroRick: Fan of
Horror films? Support Sunday Night Slaughters on Indiegogo:
http://t.co/3RjyZxJ3 #Film #Scriptchat @mariaolsen66
September 30, 2012, 8:12 pm
@BeccaBarnesCats: Writing Exercise - Point of Difference
http://t.co/bScJgCp3 #writing #scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:12 pm
@CordeiroRick: #scriptchat #Indiegogo @mariaolsen66 33 Hours
left for Funding))▒▓██►｡•*¨*•¸►"Edward
Payson's Sunday Night Slaughters"- http://t.co/ssKGTzQ1
September 30, 2012, 8:13 pm
@TaroJ: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12: If anyone
would like a pitching article or the script for 'Below Zero' sent their way,
email me at info@belowzeromov ...
September 30, 2012, 8:14 pm
@londonswf: #scriptchat @Bang2write gets an (imaginary)
letter from an insane writer... http://t.co/IgJos63X
September 30, 2012, 8:14 pm
@DidrikDavis: RT @CordeiroRick: RT @CordeiroRick: Fan of
Horror films? Support Sunday Night Slaughters on Indiegogo:
http://t.co/3RjyZxJ3 #Film #Scriptchat @mariaolsen66
September 30, 2012, 8:14 pm
@romimoondi: Spent much of day reading screenplays of great
movies online..to me this reading process is only 2nd to one thing: writing! ;)
#scriptchat
September 30, 2012, 8:16 pm
@teenierussell: RT @PitchfestBob: RT @PitchfestBob: Here
too: http://t.co/fuBouqhO RT @teenierussell: You can also catch pitching tips
from the duo here - http://t.co/nAM ...
September 30, 2012, 8:18 pm
USA CHAT:
@jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK: Loglines, queries &
one-sheets... oh my. Let's begin the pitch tips!
October 1, 2012, 12:00 am
@LisaGProsek: RT @jeannevb: 5 minutes to #scriptchat:
talking loglines, queries & one-sheets. Join in! http://t.co/rphWBDFR
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:00 am
@jeannevb: Shall we start with loglines? What are some of
your tips for writing a great one? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:00 am
@SarahAlexis4: RT @jeannevb It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK:
Loglines, queries & one-sheets... oh my. Let's begin the pitch tips!
October 1, 2012, 12:00 am
@jennajoys: Sunday winding down. count down to #scriptchat
& a lil groove fest and finally #homeland thank you God #itsthelittlethings
October 1, 2012, 12:01 am
@ChocolateVamp: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: 5 minutes to
#scriptchat: talking loglines, queries & one-sheets. Join in!
http://t.co/mr035DiC
October 1, 2012, 12:01 am
@quinnslater: Hey, followers. I'm participating in a
Twitter-based chat for the next hour, so be prepared for mega-tweeting.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:01 am
@quinnslater: Hey, y'all. Just got here. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@TheOtherWayfilm: @jeannevb Tell it in one sentence
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@jeffrichards: On my phone, but I'll do my best to keep up.
:-) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@authorViviAnna: maybe peeps can post loglines they think
kick ass #scriptchat and say why
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@IngridElkner: Good morning/good afternoon screamwriters. I
trust you are well? Gooood, goooood. Time for the feast. Pass me the carving
knife. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@art1032: Hello #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@jeannevb: @TheOtherWayfilm yes, but I'm speaking of tips on
how to effectively do that #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@SarahAlexis4: Why won't tweetchat let me into #scriptchat?!
knock knock?
October 1, 2012, 12:02 am
@Jamie_LD: When pitching in person, don't let them know how
nervous you are. Or take a shot of tequila before pitching. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:03 am
@jeannevb: @SarahAlexis4 feed it tequila ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:03 am
@matt_janacone: Try to keep your pitch down to 25 words or
less. No more than 1 senttence or two. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:03 am
@IngridElkner: @SarahAlexis4 I'm in! Where is everyone?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@SarahAlexis4: @jeannevb haha great idea! It worked, I'm in!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@IngridElkner: Scriptchat time = I will be tweeting. I'd say
don't think any less of me, but we know you can't think any less of me than you
already do ;)
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@ScreenwritersSA: Evening folks - Redskins pulled out a
squeaker .. whoa .. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@jeannevb: @SarahAlexis4 woohoo! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@ScreenwritersSA: So what's tonight's topic? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:04 am
@Jamie_LD: One of the best pitches @SarahAlexis4 and I
heard, the woman was confident and had literally no fear. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:05 am
@kim_garland: I find loglines aren't the time for big words.
Simple, straight-forward language, easier to digest quickly, get concept
across. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:05 am
@chasffisher: @Jamie_LD Surely you know they're nervous. All
I have read is that even pro writers and producers can get nervous...
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:05 am
@matt_janacone: Your pitch should explain you MC, what they
want, and what stands in their way. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:05 am
@quinnslater: @matt_janacone I thought that the "25
words or less" idea was for loglines. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:05 am
@rdlln: #scriptchat here's one of my loglines
http://t.co/GaYZVbF3
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@SarahAlexis4: @jeannevb I think it's important to try not
to cram too much story and detail into the logline.You want its essence to be
clear. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@MichaelSpheres: Good afternoon/Good evening. Someone said
tequila so I'm here. #scriptchat #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@matt_janacone: @kim_garland Yep. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@jeannevb: Loglines: Visualize the entire film in one
sentence - nHero,nFlaw,nLife-changing event,nOpponent,nAlly,nBattlen
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@Jamie_LD: @chasffisher Of course. But confidence helps you
sell. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@IngridElkner: This chat seems a bit scattered. Maybe a
moderator can keep us on one topic at a time, or it's everyone talking at each
other. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@art1032: @Jamie_LD @SarahAlexis4 She musta been on drugs
LOL J?K :P #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@kellyanelons: I try to write a draft w/the important
components and then rewrite it to add in tone & genre w/word choice. Then
repeat... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:06 am
@chasffisher: Can someone tell me the difference between
loglines and premises in the US? I think the jargon is different in Oz.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@ScreenwritersSA: Golden rule for loglines: IRONY
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@Jamie_LD: @art1032 @SarahAlexis4 She'd been in an accident
and LITERALLY had no fear. None. It was part of her pitch too. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@rdlln: @jeffrichards try http://t.co/vfcDmca2 #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@chasffisher: @Jamie_LD Can't disagree with that.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@jeffrichards: Loglines should be visceral; what’s the
heart? What are the stakes? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@jeannevb: @IngridElkner I am the moderator :) We're talking
loglines, queries & one-sheets... starting w loglines. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@matt_janacone: You should be able to pitch you logline in
one breathe. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:07 am
@kellyanelons: By the way, we're answering @jeannevb's
logline question, yes? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@jeannevb: @CrazyWarZone there's also a list of other ones
on scriptchat's blog... in right sidebar http://t.co/upZzjNUI
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@IngridElkner: @chasffisher Your logline is a selling tool.
Your premise could be like a short synopsis, I guess. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@ScreenwritersSA: Loglines: concise, protag/antag, main
obstacle, irony #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@SarahAlexis4: When writing loglines I try to keep this
quote in mind: If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well
enough.n #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@art1032: @Jamie_LD @SarahAlexis4 I am kidding I wish I
could be that way :( #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@kim_garland: I thought so but there's also a thread on
pitching? RT @kellyanelons: By the way, we're answering @jeannevb's logline
question? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@matt_janacone: If you can't explain your story in 25 words
or less, you may not be familiar or completely understand your story.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@jeannevb: logline has to show there is enough
story/conflict to cover 90 min #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:08 am
@matt_janacone: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: When
writing loglines I try to keep this quote in mind: If you can't explain it
simply, you don't understand it well e ...
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@MichaelSpheres: @kellyanelons that's a similar approach
that I have. Really helps to keep things tight, true & tuned in, very
focused approach. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@mjodirector: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Loglines:
Visualize the entire film in one sentence - nHero,nFlaw,nLife-changing
event,nOpponent,nAlly,nBattlen #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@rdlln: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: When writing
loglines I try to keep this quote in mind: If you can't explain it simply, you
don't understand it well e ...
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@MichaelBarra: #scriptchat - Read SAVE THE CAT if you
haven't already.
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@chasffisher: A wise person told me that a logline must
clearly demonstrate the fuel for the 2nd act. Must present the inherent major
conflict #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@IngridElkner: @jeannevb Cool. A lot of people are jumping
to pitching and other things, and it's confusing. Beat them mercilessly!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@chasffisher: @jeannevb Ha! You got in there before me. My
mentor calls it "fuel" #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:09 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD Yes, that pitch was really great!
We knew something was up... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@CConradt: RT @chasffisher: A logline must clearly
demonstrate the fuel for the 2nd act. Must present the inherent major conflict
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@IngridElkner: @chasffisher Makes sense, the second act IS
the story. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@jeannevb: Does any1 have any great tips on loglines? Let's
try to keep on this portion of topic before moving on to queries #orIwillhurtu
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@jeannevb: @chasffisher sweet #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@authorViviAnna: loglines are definitely something I
struggle with, I try to cram so much in #Scriptchat, does anyone have a
formula? Like a plug n play
October 1, 2012, 12:10 am
@chasffisher: @MichaelBarra I would just like to say that
@rcjohnso (writer/director of LOOPER) warns writers AGAINST reading SAVE THE
CAT #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:11 am
@tape6matt: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Loglines: Visualize
the entire film in one sentence - nHero,nFlaw,nLife-changing event,nOpponent,nAlly,nBattlen
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:11 am
@ScreenwritersSA: Dare we invite someone who's having
trouble with a logline to post & others make suggestions? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:11 am
@IngridElkner: I have an A4 page of the loglines for each of
my projects stuck up on my wall. Keeps me on track, on the crux of each story.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@matt_janacone: Know the point when your story just starts
to get interesting. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@SarahAlexis4: @authorViviAnna One such formula I liked to
just help myself get a first attempt out can be found in Save the Cat.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@ScreenwritersSA: Or will that just get outta control?!?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@kellyanelons: @MichaelBarra I LOVED that book. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@jeannevb: OK, I think everyone gets the logline basics.
Let's move onto queries bc those can be a bit trickier. @Jamie_LD rocks at them
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@TessTrett: @jeannevb Logline Logic: Know the difference
between Loglines and Taglines. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@shade1218: I started reading Save the Cat and didn't get
off the 1st page #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:12 am
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb :-) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:13 am
@ScreenwritersSA: My current logline has gone through many
iterations ... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:13 am
@jeannevb: One other thing about loglines, I always start a
project w one, but OFTEN need a new one after script is written. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:13 am
@authorViviAnna: @sarahalexis4 thanks Sarah, believe it or
not I have not read that book *hands head in shame* #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:13 am
@jeannevb: @TessTrett agree! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:13 am
@rdlln: Here's a good read on loglines http://t.co/cC0jLWUt
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@ScreenwritersSA: AGREED! RT @jeannevb: 1 other thing about
loglines, I always start project w one, but OFTEN need new one after script is
written #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@authorViviAnna: @chasffisher do you know why? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@kellyanelons: @jeannevb @Jamie_LD Yes. Writing
queries...does anyone have good synonyms for "desperate" and
"begging"? :P #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@Jamie_LD: @chasffisher How have your queries been received?
I know you sent out a few lately. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@SarahAlexis4: @authorViviAnna I will DM you the formula!
Would take a few tweets. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@jeannevb: RT @rdlln: Heres a good read on loglines
http://t.co/Pkfd3rUH #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@art1032: @jeannevb Agree Ive tweaked mine several times in
the past. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:14 am
@jeffrichards: @jeannevb Agreed; loglines must evolve as
your script does. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@ScreenwritersSA: RT @rdlln: Heres a good read on loglines
http://t.co/HzqY8CxA #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@IngridElkner: I think it was WIlliam Goldman who said he
sticks the logline of his current project on his computer monitor. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@Jamie_LD: The biggest thing to remember is that a query is
a business letter. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@jeannevb: We have TONS of pitching resources on our site so
dont forget to check it out http://t.co/NzcyzhrG #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@MarkDarkStory: Save the Cat is very basic #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@rdlln: .@DustinTBenson writes his logline everyday before
he starts writing #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: We have TONS of pitching
resources on our site so dont forget to check it out http://t.co/wJGlhrAX
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@jeannevb: I'm tossing the baton to @Jamie_LD to handle
query tips #gojamiegojamie #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@Jamie_LD: @kellyanelons In a good query, you should have
them begging you by the end. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:15 am
@MarkDarkStory: John Truby's Anatomy of Story much more
complex #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@art1032: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: We have TONS of
pitching resources on our site so dont forget to check it out
http://t.co/NzcyzhrG #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@matt_janacone: @Jamie_LD Yep. A query letter is a business
letter. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@storynotes: #OnceUponATime is back http://t.co/DNqtImLO
#storyworld things to look for http://t.co/MDzMLkrH #scriptchat #amwriting
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@kellyanelons: @MichaelSpheres Once you nail the logline,
write it on a stickie and staple it to your face. Wait, that won't work.
#nevermind #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@jeffrichards: @MarkDarkStory Agreed; not one I recommend.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:16 am
@matt_janacone: What you have in your outline could help you
write your pitch/logline. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:17 am
@kimberlygehl: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: When pitching in
person, don't let them know how nervous you are. Or take a shot of tequila
before pitching. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:17 am
@levmedia: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: ATTN writers prepping
to pitch! RT @rdlln: Loglines, one sheets + queries tonight on #scriptchat
http://t.co/WOwR8d4B 8 EST
October 1, 2012, 12:17 am
@jeannevb: #scriptchat RT @Jne85Lehman: Keep it short &
to the point. Don't give away ending, write what hero must overcome in order to
obtain goal.
October 1, 2012, 12:17 am
@Jamie_LD: Introduce project, give paragraph that leaves
them begging for more (and not with a cliffhanger), then state your
qualifications #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:17 am
@art1032: Read up on who you want to query,make that the
right person/co to query i.e correct genre w/correct person/co #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:18 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @jeannevb: RT @rdlln: Heres a good read
on loglines http://t.co/fTMG6yWJ #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:18 am
@chasffisher: 2 great posts on drafting query letters
http://t.co/MSALGbDO http://t.co/0A3HSMet #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:18 am
@matt_janacone: A query letter should be no more than 1
page. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:18 am
@rdlln: What do you think of including a visual pitch
(YouTube,Pinterest etc.) with a query? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@Haiman_Sanad: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: When
writing loglines I try to keep this quote in mind: If you can't explain it
simply, you don't understand it well e ...
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@Jamie_LD: In these days of email queries, be sure you have
a FANTASTIC subject line. Make them open and not delete. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@jeannevb: RESEARCH who you are querying! Know what films
they made & if yours is a fit. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@chasffisher: Having sent out hundreds of queries in the
last weeks, KEEP IT SHORT. 4 paragraphs MAX. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@Jamie_LD: RT @jeannevb: RESEARCH who you are querying! Know
what films they made & if yours is a fit. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@quinnslater: @Jamie_LD I've heard qualifications aren't
particularly effective if you aren't represented or haven't placed in Nicholl.
#query #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Good advice @art1032 Read up on who you want 2
query,make that the right person/co 2 query i.e correct genre w/correct
person/co #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@MarkDarkStory: A Hollywood exec said 'Die Hard on a bus'
was a good logline for 'Speed' #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@chasffisher: Great advice is to call ahead as well, even if
query process is clear. Put yourself in their minds and get a name to address
to #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:19 am
@_RoboticRabbit: I will have to read the #ScriptChat
Transcript later today… I keep meaning to Tweet-It-Up with y'all… Just so busy
lately is all
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@MarkDarkStory: so loglines can be effin anything it
seems... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@Jamie_LD: @quinnslater Are you qualified to be a writer in
other ways? Writing a legal thriller, and you are a paralegal? #query
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@scriptcat: When you send out your query letters, keep a
detailed submission log with dates, notes and contacts #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@quinnslater: @Jamie_LD Or, what I meant was that saying
"I have a BA in Film Studies" doesn't matter to someone. #query
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@juicyplanet: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: Introduce project,
give paragraph that leaves them begging for more (and not with a cliffhanger),
then state your qualific ...
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@MarkDarkStory: long as it peeks interest. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@MichaelSpheres: @kellyanelons you're right. it won't work.
I have a metal plate on my forehead. maybe rivets will help or simple duck
tape. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@chasffisher: Query letter = intro (1 sentence), logline,
status of script (i.e. attachements/prizes/etc), status of writer, personalized
end #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@jeannevb: Hollywood Creative Dir is gone, but @writersstore
has Hollywood Screenwriters Guide as replacement http://t.co/I9VTWNhP #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@jeffrichards: More tag than log. RT @MarkDarkStory: A
Hollywood exec said 'Die Hard on a bus' was a good logline for 'Speed'
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@chasffisher: @scriptcat Good tip. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:20 am
@art1032: @TSNN_Rachel Thanks :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@matt_janacone: Always make sure you have the addressee's
name spelled correctly #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@jeannevb: @scriptcat yeah, you're here :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@Jamie_LD: @quinnslater Probably true. But what makes you
qualified to tell this story. It's better than nothing. #query #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@quinnslater: @Jamie_LD That's just what an agent at my lit
internship said. One person's opinion, perhaps. #query #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@chasffisher: @MarkDarkStory You see I would call that a
premise or a hook, not a logline. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@CillianDaly: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Loglines:
Visualize the entire film in one sentence - nHero,nFlaw,nLife-changing
event,nOpponent,nAlly,nBattlen #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@TSNN_Rachel: For a query - grab them in the first few
lines. Don't bury the pitch on your script too far down. Everyone's 2 busy.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@quinnslater: Good point, @Jamie_LD. Thanks :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@RWWFilm: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: RESEARCH who you are
querying! Know what films they made & if yours is a fit. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:21 am
@matt_janacone: Is it okay to send simultaneous queries?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@jeannevb: Don't be boring in your query. You are also
selling YOURSELF as THE person to write this story...the only person who can.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@Jamie_LD: If you don't have qualifications, then end the
letter on a positive note and say you look forward to hearing from them.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@MarkDarkStory: nobody knows anything lol #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@matt_janacone: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: If you don't
have qualifications, then end the letter on a positive note and say you look
forward to hearing from them. #s ...
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@KassandraBibas: @jeannevb I will! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:22 am
@quinnslater: @chasffisher I think that they're only called
"loglines" in the States. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@art1032: RT @TSNN_Rachel: RT @TSNN_Rachel: For a query -
grab them in the first few lines. Don't bury the pitch on your script too far
down. Everyone's 2 busy. # ...
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@Jamie_LD: Make them want more RT @jeannevb: Don't be boring
in yr query. You are also selling YOURSELF as THE person to write this
story...#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @jeannevb: RESEARCH who you are
querying! Know what films they made & if yours is a fit. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@MarkDarkStory: i'm gonna start callin it a bogline
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@art1032: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: If you don't have
qualifications, then end the letter on a positive note and say you look forward
to hearing from them. #s ...
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: Hollywood Creative Dir is gone,
but @writersstore has Hollywood Screenwriters Guide http://t.co/VVCOKzSO
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@rosspruden: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Don't be boring in
your query. You are also selling YOURSELF as THE person to write this
story...the only person who can. ...
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@Jamie_LD: @chasffisher Yay! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@chasffisher: @Jamie_LD Sent out about 50 so far, and
received 6 requests for reads the next day. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:23 am
@art1032: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: Make them want more RT
@jeannevb: Don't be boring in yr query. You are also selling YOURSELF as THE
person to write this s ...
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@chasffisher: @Jamie_LD No meetings yet, but I will follow
up on read requests by phone when I hit LA (I'm flyin in from Oz) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @jeannevb: Dont be boring in your query.
You're also selling YOURSELF as THE one to write this story...the only one who
can. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@matt_janacone: RT @kim_garland: RT @kim_garland: RT
@jeannevb: Hollywood Creative Dir is gone, but @writersstore has Hollywood
Screenwriters Guide http://t.co/VVCOKzSO ...
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@Jamie_LD: Just because they say they don't take unsolicited
scripts, doesn't mean you can't get them to solicit. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@SarahAlexis4: Query should hook reader, demonstrate
writer's ability to write, pitch the material, & sell writer as someone
good to work with. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@chasffisher: @Jamie_LD Let's just hope my scripts
amaze-balls and blows them away :P #scriptchat #toomuchdoubleentendre
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@IngridElkner: @chasffisher When you headed for LA?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:24 am
@ScriptFeed: Screenwriting Tip #1125: Location matters. If
it doesn’t make sense for the characters to be in this... http://t.co/KE5SgXRA
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@storydepth: Screenwriting Tip #1125: Location matters. If
it doesn’t make sense for the characters to be in this... http://t.co/dWGEs5fA
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Everyone is looking for good scripts in
Hollywood. If your story is good enough, it will rise to the top. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@kellyanelons: Exec kindly read my new query before it went
out & said: Put your voice in the letter. They're buying you not just the
script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@matt_janacone: http://t.co/shRDa3bD is also a great source
for screenwriters. #scriptchat I think it cost $15 to subscribe.
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@Jamie_LD: @SarahAlexis4 Too long to RT, but Sarah nailed
it. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@art1032: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: Query should
hook reader, demonstrate writer's ability to write, pitch the material, &
sell writer as someone good ...
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@jeannevb: @chasffisher when are you going? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@chasffisher: @IngridElkner I arrive on the 10th October for
11 days. Got to give it a crack right? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@art1032: RT @TSNN_Rachel: RT @TSNN_Rachel: Everyone is
looking for good scripts in Hollywood. If your story is good enough, it will
rise to the top. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@LisaGProsek: Very important! >>>RT @SarahAlexis4:
Query should... sell writer as someone good to work with. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:25 am
@chasffisher: @jeannevb 10th - 26th of October. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@SarahAlexis4: Being efficient and concise are important
skills when it comes to queries. Reader most likely has plenty of them to be
read... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@Jamie_LD: @kellyanelons Your voice should definitely shine
in the description of the script. Dazzle them. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD Thank you :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@scriptcat: After you send letter, do not call or hound
them. If they are interested they will get back to you. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@chasffisher: I am happy to buy any local writers coffee in
exchange for chat and friendly advice! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@pettigrew66: I'm "favoriting" some of the great
tweets from tonite to refer to. With family tonite so, sadly, I can't focus on
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@GlynisMitchell: RT @scriptcat: RT @scriptcat: After you
send letter, do not call or hound them. If they are interested they will get
back to you. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@art1032: @Jamie_LD @SarahAlexis4 I hit rt button lol:P
#scriptchat Sarah has it going on:)
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@jeannevb: @chasffisher sweet! I'll be there from 18 to 24!
At #SWC12 http://t.co/uBTFlQTE #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:26 am
@malber: @SarahAlexis4 dear lord, yes. long, rambling queries
are AWFUL and suggest that the writer is also awful. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@chasffisher: In relation to queries, a producer recommended
having a visually appealing one sheet with bios and longer synopsis.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@HouseOfJudea: @jeannevb Which books are your favorite for
new screenwriters who has never written a screenplay? #scriptchat #ActorWriter
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@TheJodiChats: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: @kellyanelons
Your voice should definitely shine in the description of the script. Dazzle
them. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@matt_janacone: I was once told by Carl Kurlander point
blank that my script had better be great. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@jeffrichards: .@jeannevb Re:research. I'm a prodco and was
sent a query if I wanted to distribute. They went on "forget forever"
list. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@chasffisher: However, be careful to mention that only a 1
sheet is attached as unsolicited queries with attached scripts often get
deleted #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@IngridElkner: @chasffisher Hells yeah! I was there 2 weeks
in June, loved the shit out of it. LA is CRAZY town. But met so many industry
ppl! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:27 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD Yes! if you can get your voice
across in the query than they know you probably also have it present in your
script... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@malber: @matt_janacone the thing i don't understand is
novice writers who just send stuff out wily-nilly. you only get so many shots.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@chasffisher: @HouseOfJudea STORY by McKee. Very
theoretical/abstract but great for inspiration. I like Truby ANATOMY OF STORY
as well. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@art1032: @jeannevb @chasffisher I'll be there 19-21 #SWC12
:) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@jeffrichards: RT @chasffisher: RT @chasffisher: However, be
careful to mention that only a 1 sheet is attached as unsolicited queries with
attached scripts often get d ...
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@chicanaknight: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: Query
should hook reader, demonstrate writer's ability to write, pitch the material,
& sell writer as someone good ...
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@johnarusso: RT @rdlln: RT @rdlln: Loglines, one sheets +
queries tonight on #scriptchat http://t.co/vfcDmca2 8 EST
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@MarkDarkStory: @HouseOfJudea advice: if you've never
written a screenplay, just write a screenplay. Then read the books! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:28 am
@jeffrichards: NEVER attach unsolicited scripts. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@kellyanelons: @jeannevb @chasffisher Jeez, we'll all be
there. I arrive 10/17! One more writer & we qualify for a Homecoming Dance.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@matt_janacone: The query letter can be more difficult to
write than the script itself. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@jeannevb: @HouseOfJudea Dr. Format Answers Your Questions,
Inside Story by Dara Marks, Hero's 2 Journeys (DVD) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@chasffisher: @jeannevb I'll buy you coffee in sincere
thanks for running #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@RWWFilm: Sorry for the lateness, everyone. Had to get the
kiddo down. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@Jamie_LD: @malber So true. Research before querying. Know
them and what they are looking for. Don't waste their time if not right.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@jeannevb: DRINKS! RT @art1032: @jeannevb @chasffisher Ill
be there 19-21 #SWC12 :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@kim_garland: When I worked at prodco I liked
well-organized, well-written (duh, but you'd be surprised), SHORT, confident,
no hyperbole query #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@IngridElkner: @HouseOfJudea I think 'Writing Screenplays
That Sell' is the best for the basics, from the start. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@malber: @jeffrichards i probably wouldn't attach anything,
even a one-sheet. but maybe that's just me. seems presumptuous. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:29 am
@jeannevb: WOOT! RT @kellyanelons: @chasffisher Jeez, well
all be there. I arrive 10/17! 1 more writer & we qualify for a Homecoming
Dance. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@Jamie_LD: What she tweeted--> RT @kim_garland: ...SHORT,
confident, no hyperbole query #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@MichaelSpheres: @kellyanelons your voice & personality
will definitely help sell the script. first they have to really enjoy you. job
interview. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@The_Jodi: Only sounds dirty MT @Jamie_LD: Just because they
say they don't take unsolicited scripts, doesn't mean u can't get them to
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@GrayJones: Mentors! Pitching! Pilots! Breaking In! TV
Writer Podcast 062 - @kammotion: http://t.co/lCWFT0A0 #tvwriterchat #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@matt_janacone: Do you think a script should get at least
script coverage before queries are send out. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@shade1218: I always try to be myself in query letters. Use
my own voice. I haven't sold anything but I have gotten responses. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:30 am
@TSNN_Rachel: I used to read all the query letters at a
prodco I worked at for several years at WB. Keep it simple, tell the story up
top. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@jeannevb: @chasffisher coffee? How about tequila ;) How
about #scriptchat meetup at Loews Hollywood Hotel Friday Oct 19th. Cool? #SWC12
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@matt_janacone: RT @malber: RT @malber: @matt_janacone the
thing i don't understand is novice writers who just send stuff out wily-nilly.
you only get so many shots ...
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@MarkDarkStory: @IngridElkner @houseofjudea Michael Hague's
audiobook 'Screenwriting for Hollywood' a good starting point #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@jeffrichards: @malber Could be true; it's a judgement call.
Only firm no-no to me is the script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@Jamie_LD: @shade1218 Good responses are the first step.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@chasffisher: @jeannevb Forgive the profanity but fuck yes.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@art1032: @kellyanelons @jeannevb @chasffisher Yay drinks:)
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@MarkDarkStory: @matt_janacone Yes! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:31 am
@art1032: RT @TSNN_Rachel: RT @TSNN_Rachel: I used to read
all the query letters at a prodco I worked at for several years at WB. Keep it
simple, tell the story up ...
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@jeannevb: @chasffisher woohoo! #truckermouthwritersrules
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@MarkDarkStory: @scriptcat like the fish in the sea, eh ? ;)
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@Jamie_LD: @The_Jodi Hehehe #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@RWWFilm: @kim_garland Like - this is who I am,this is my
logline,this is why I think it would be a good match,would u be interested?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@IngridElkner: @MarkDarkStory @houseofjudea I think the book
would be best starting point to SEE the formatting stuff. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:32 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Tweet up in LA! have fun you guys! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@matt_janacone: Don't send a any queries if you have an
unfinished script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@LifesizeLD: RT @Jamie_LD: Just because they say they don't
take unsolicited scripts, doesn't mean you can't get them to solicit.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @jeannevb: @chasffisher woohoo!
#truckermouthwritersrules #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@jeffrichards: Hopefully this is basic, but never send out
queries unless you can send the script immediately. No "just let me
polish..." #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@scriptcat: "The Writers Journey: Mythic Structure for
Writers" by Christopher Vogler and "The Art of Dramatic Writing"
by Egri #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@jeannevb: OK, so I think we've got the query letter concept
going... now let's talk one-sheets. If u go to a pitchfest, you'll need one
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@jeffrichards: @matt_janacone We read each other's minds.
:-) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:33 am
@TSNN_Rachel: TRUE!!! RT @matt_janacone: Dont send a any
queries if you have an unfinished script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@LifesizeLD: RT @jeannevb: Don't be boring in your query.
You are also selling YOURSELF as THE person to write this story.... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@kim_garland: @RWWFilm Like: This is me sharing my
interesting & compelling concept, this is who I am/what I've done, this is
me signing off. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Gotta love the One-sheet. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@LifesizeLD: RT @matt_janacone: Don't send a any queries if
you have an unfinished script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@jeannevb: RT @jeffrichards: RT @jeffrichards: Hopefully
this is basic, but never send out queries unless you can send the script
immediately. No "just let me polish ...
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@MarkDarkStory: anyone using inktip ? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@quinnslater: @jeffrichards Adding onto that, perhaps not
unless you have two scripts ready. Sometimes, they want to see what else ya'
got. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@kim_garland: @RWWFilm I never cared for telling me how your
script fits the company - you have no idea what we're looking for *right now*
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:34 am
@jeannevb: Seems basic but have your CONTACT INFO on the one
sheet. U'd be shocked how many ppl forget that. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:35 am
@RWWFilm: @jeannevb Absolutely - the one-sheet that I used
at #GAPF got me a read request more than a year later.Guy kept it/remembered it
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:35 am
@jeannevb: I have & have gotten requests. RT
@MarkDarkStory: anyone using inktip ? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:35 am
@jeffrichards: @quinnslater Good point! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:35 am
@Jamie_LD: @kim_garland You mean no: This script is perfect
for you. It's what you've been looking for... ; -) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:35 am
@art1032: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Seems basic but have
your CONTACT INFO on the one sheet. U'd be shocked how many ppl forget that.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@TheJodiChats: (It was sadder when I was dating) RT
@MarkDarkStory: @scriptcat like the fish in the sea, eh ? ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@SarahAlexis4: @jamie_LD Remember the one-sheets we saw at
the GAPF? Some had great eye-grabbing visuals along w/ the
logline/synopsis/etc. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@wcmartell: Hello from London where it is 1:35AM!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@shade1218: @quinnslater they sure do! Do you have anything
else? Number one question in my experience so far. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@jeannevb: RT @RWWFilm: RT @RWWFilm: @jeannevb Absolutely -
the one-sheet that I used at #GAPF got me a read request more than a year
later.Guy kept it/remember ...
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@TSNN_Rachel: One sheet - Title, logline, synopsis, contact
info --- don't make it TOO complex.Check spelling and grammar! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@RWWFilm: @kim_garland See, I think that's an excellent
point - and a mistake that a lot of beginning writers would make #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@SarahAlexis4: @jeannevb Yes! Zac pointed that out. The most
basic thing is contact info and some people didn't have it on there!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@Jamie_LD: @SarahAlexis4 There were definitely some
memorable one sheets. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@kellyanelons: @art1032 @jeannevb @chasffisher Drinks? What
did I miss?! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:36 am
@RWWFilm: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Seems basic but have
your CONTACT INFO on the one sheet. U'd be shocked how many ppl forget that.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@art1032: RT @SarahAlexis4: RT @SarahAlexis4: @jamie_LD
Remember the one-sheets we saw at the GAPF? Some had great eye-grabbing visuals
along w/ the logline/synopsi ...
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@quinnslater: Welcome to the chat, @wcmartell #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@Jamie_LD: @wcmartell Good morning. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@matt_janacone: Keep your query simple. Nice white
paper/enevelop - no bells and whistles like a talking or musical greeting card.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@jeffrichards: @kim_garland @RWWFilm I think elements are
good; show you've selected them & researched, but don't say "this is a
perfect fit" #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@kellyanelons: Suck up. :P RT @wcmartell: Hello from London
where it is 1:35AM! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:37 am
@Jamie_LD: @kellyanelons I originally read that as
"suck it" oops. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:38 am
@RWWFilm: @jeffrichards @kim_garland Yeah. That's more what
I meant, Jeff. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:38 am
@wcmartell: These days I do e-queries. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@SarahAlexis4: @wcmartell You get a gold star for your
international attendance! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@RWWFilm: RT @TSNN_Rachel: RT @TSNN_Rachel: One sheet -
Title, logline, synopsis, contact info --- don't make it TOO complex.Check
spelling and grammar! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@IngridElkner: In Chad Gervich's book about TV industry he
says DO NOT take 1-page into pitch. Use advice from meeting to change it, then
send. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@jeannevb: best kind of chatter :) RT @kellyanelons: Suck
up. :P RT @wcmartell: Hello from London where it is 1:35AM! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @SarahAlexis4: @jeannevb Yes! Zac
pointed that out the most basic thing is contact info & some people didnt
have it on there! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@bradwyman: @jeannevb #scriptchat - howdy? MUAH
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@jeffrichards: @RWWFilm I figured. :-) @kim_garland
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@chasffisher: @jeannevb I did that :P Thankfully I realised
before I sent any out! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@scriptcat: @jeannevb I'm prepping my webinar and stumbled
into the chat! A lot of fun! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:39 am
@matt_janacone: Don't sit around and wait for a query
response. Write another script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@RWWFilm: RT @IngridElkner: RT @IngridElkner: In Chad
Gervich's book about TV industry he says DO NOT take 1-page into pitch. Use
advice from meeting to change it, ...
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Hello @wcmartell :)))) - Rachel Wimberly here
:))) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@kellyanelons: @Jamie_LD Thanks. I didn't want to chew that
almond anyway. :) #scriptchat #Heimlich
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@jeannevb: @scriptcat awesome! What date is your webinar?
Topic? #Letthepimpingbegin #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@wcmartell: I don't know about TV, but for film it's good to
have a leave behind to help the Devo pitch your story upstream. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@matt_janacone: Chances are if they like your script,
they'll want to see more. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@Jamie_LD: @kellyanelons Haha. Sorry. #scriptchat #Heimlich
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@kim_garland: @Jamie_LD Exactly. ;) But I wasn't moved by
"you did this in the past, mine is like this" - acquisition goals are
in flux #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@jeannevb: @bradwyman *smooch* come on in! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:40 am
@bradwyman: @mattbilinsky 9pm #SMTA PAST my bedtime?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@MarkDarkStory: 7.40am in Phnom Penh, so I'm off for
breakfast. Thx for the cool chat. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@TheJodiChats: Oooo good one! RT @matt_janacone: Don't sit
around and wait for a query response. Write another script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@wcmartell: @TSNN_Rachel Recognized your smiling face!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@art1032: @matt_janacone Exactly when your done w/1
script,start another.#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@Jamie_LD: @kim_garland Oh, exactly. The pitch/query should
stand on its own. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Agree RT @wcmartell: I dont know about TV, but
for film its good to have a leave behind 2 help the Devo pitch ur story
upstream. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@matt_janacone: Never send a script that is under 90 pages.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@MichaelSpheres: @SarahAlexis4 I have a hard time
understanding leaving that vital info off. Isn't putting vitals 1st on a job
app? Good grief. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:41 am
@BrendonUdy: Any tips for an LA virgin? Going to be there on
my own 18-21 Oct for #swc12 Would love to meet up for coffee and a chat!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@bradwyman: @wcmartell #scriptchat only rules - is there are
no rules!
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@jeannevb: @MarkDarkStory thanks for being here! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@IngridElkner: @wcmartell The reason Chad Gervich says to
send it after is the exec/prod in meeting will make suggestions to change
things. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@bradwyman: RT @TheJodiChats: RT @TheJodiChats: Oooo good
one! RT @matt_janacone: Don't sit around and wait for a query response. Write
another script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @wcmartell just discovered this tweetchat and
thought I'd join in - hope life is good 4 u! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:42 am
@chasffisher: @matt_janacone And try to avoid over 120
pages. Or so I've heard. Makes readers sigh. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@SarahAlexis4: @MichaelSpheres I know! Or people gave a
separate business card, but how was he to match card to the pitch later with
them all?! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@bradwyman: Why? those are my favorite ones! - RT
@matt_janacone: Never send a script that is under 90 pages. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@shade1218: I try to do both write and market...it's a
juggling act...n #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@chasffisher: RT @TheJodiChats: Oooo good one! RT
@matt_janacone: Dont sit around and wait for a query response. Write another
script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@matt_janacone: I have been blessed. I've been avweraging
3-4 scripts/year. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:43 am
@scriptchat: RT http://twitter.com/scriptcat"
target="_blank">http://twitter.com/scriptcat"
target="_blank">@scriptcat: RT http://twitter.com/scriptcat"
target="_blank">http://twitter.com/scriptcat"
target="_blank">@scriptcat: http://twitter.com/jeannevb" target="_blank">@jeannevb
Oct. 17th at 1 PM PT / 4pm ET "How to Become a Standout Screenwriter: 10
Steps to Empower Your Career" http://t ...
October 1, 2012, 12:44 am
@bradwyman: @BrendonUdy hmm - LA Virgin - try The Living
Room on Thursday Nights! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:44 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Good for you! RT @matt_janacone: I have been
blessed. Ive been averaging 3-4 scripts/year. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:44 am
@bradwyman: RT @TSNN_Rachel: RT @TSNN_Rachel: @wcmartell just
discovered this tweetchat and thought I'd join in - hope life is good 4 u!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:44 am
@Jamie_LD: @bradwyman Why? Less reading? You can just chuck
them? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@kim_garland: @Jamie_LD Why do I think I would have
requested your scripts from your queries. ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@bradwyman: @TSNN_Rachel @wcmartell - cheers welcome
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@MichaelSpheres: @SarahAlexis4 I guess it's a part of the
mind reading process & experience we're all supposed to know about in the
business :P #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@_RoboticRabbit: Side note: I am actually the NEW ACCOUNT
for Nate_G_Smith (which was sadly hacked & terminated)… Feel free to follow
me! #ScriptChat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@Jamie_LD: @kim_garland Haha, I have a high request rate,
but my follow through SUCKS! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:45 am
@matt_janacone: Don't try to write a script with MS Word.
Use Final Draft. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@MichaelSpheres: RT @Jamie_LD: @kim_garland Haha, I have a
high request rate, but my follow through SUCKS! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@jeannevb: @_RoboticRabbit *waves* gotcha #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@wcmartell: I would avoid a logline or pitch that does not
match your script - you are creating expectations your script can't match.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@bradwyman: @chasffisher @matt_janacone - silly - no rules
gang - 120 - 82 - just write a great story #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@Jamie_LD: @_RoboticRabbit done. followed. #ScriptChat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@shade1218: Matt_janacone I don't buy into that it takes
years to write a good script either... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:46 am
@matt_janacone: The first 10 pages of the script haveta kick
serious ass! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@jeannevb: #scriptchat RT @scriptcat: Oct. 17th 1 PM PT
"How to Become a Standout Screenwriter: 10 Steps to Empower Your
Career" http://t.co/ShXCGhoL
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@kim_garland: @jeffrichards If comparisons or research keeps
query rocking & rolling, go for it. But if it slows it down, ditch it
@RWWFilm #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@TSNN_Rachel: Hi Brad! RT @bradwyman: @TSNN_Rachel
@wcmartell - cheers welcome #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@bradwyman: Good advice ---> RT @matt_janacone: Don't try
to write a script with MS Word. Use Final Draft. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@kim_garland: @Jamie_LD You need an intern. :-D #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@jeffrichards: RT @kim_garland: RT @kim_garland:
@jeffrichards If comparisons or research keeps query rocking & rolling, go
for it. But if it slows it down, ditch i ...
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@bradwyman: Also very good advice ---> RT @matt_janacone:
The first 10 pages of the script haveta kick serious ass! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@BrendonUdy: How do you know when to pitch a second idea to
exec/prod? Do they prompt you to, or do you just offer it up? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@Jamie_LD: Or something... lol RT @kim_garland: @Jamie_LD
You need an intern. :-D #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:47 am
@jeffrichards: @kim_garland Agreed. @RWWFilm #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@MichaelSpheres: @matt_janacone what are your thoughts on
using Celtx as another option? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@art1032: @_RoboticRabbit followed:) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@TheJodiChats: RT @matt_janacone: RT @matt_janacone: The
first 10 pages of the script haveta kick serious ass! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@matt_janacone: The best way to deal with writer's block is
to write through it. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@RWWFilm: @Jamie_LD @kim_garland @jeannevb (2/2) ...to have
them request and you don't follow up? Which is worse the relationship
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@bradwyman: @TSNN_Rachel #scriptchat welcomes the Midwest!
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD At least you're hot w/ high success
rate for the part that's out of your control!Great to have things to follow up
on! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@MichaelSpheres: Agreed. It has to grab the reader by the
throat! RT @matt_janacone: The first 10 pages of the script haveta kick serious
ass! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@scriptcat: Being a brown belt screenwriter is okay, but you
must work & aspire to become a grandmaster 4th degree black belt screenwriter.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@Jamie_LD: Speaking of page limits. Today, I read a TV pilot
that was 84 pages. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@shade1218: The first 120 pages have to kick serious ass!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@chasffisher: @bradwyman @matt_janacone Give yourself the
best chance by following the advice, rather than seeing them as rules or
formulas. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@jeannevb: THIS RT @wcmartell: avoid logline or pitch that
does not match your script - you're creating expectations your script cant
match #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@annaliterally: Disagree. Had a rom-com in pre-production
that was 89 pages. RT @matt_janacone: Never send a script that is under 90
pages. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@wcmartell: What's most important is what is on the page,
not how you got it there. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:48 am
@chasffisher: @bradwyman @matt_janacone There should be no
rules when creating story. But getting it past readers is another thing
entirely #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@bradwyman: @BrendonUdy sell - sell - sell - never stop
selling #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@chasffisher: @annaliterally Congrats! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@Jamie_LD: @SarahAlexis4 No more queries for me until I have
several polished scripts to present. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD Suits?! It was so good! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@matt_janacone: @MichaelSpheres I never used Celtx, but I
have used SceneWriter. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @BrendonUdy Do you mean in a query or in
person? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@kim_garland: @jeffrichards That's why it's
"craft" a query. Follow no rules but be v compelling is better than
dry rules-following. @RWWFilm #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@Jamie_LD: @SarahAlexis4 Couldn't believe how long it was
the first time I read it. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD And you will! Your plate is full!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:49 am
@rdlln: RT @wcmartell: RT @wcmartell: What's most important
is what is on the page, not how you got it there. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@jeannevb: @bradwyman psst heading to LA Oct 18 to 24...
drinks. #makeithappen #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@MarkDarkStory: #Writers weekly wisdom from Truby - does
your hero see himself for the first time ? http://t.co/sALMPaEd #scriptchat
#screenwriting
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@RWWFilm: @BrendonUdy At a pitchfest, I'll usually offer up
what the scripts are I've got to pitch & let them tell me how many they
want #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@TheJodiChats: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @Jamie_LD: Or something...
lol RT @kim_garland: @Jamie_LD You need an intern. :-D #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@bradwyman: There are no page limits, don't believe it RT
@Jamie_LD: Speaking of page limits. Today, I read a TV pilot that was 84 pages.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@TSNN_Rachel: I have read kid scripts 80 pages long and
historical epics 145 pages long. If it's good, the page will keep turning.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@jeannevb: youre gonna rock it! RT @scriptcat: @jeannevb
Thanks JVB! It should be fun and my first webinar with Writers Store.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@SarahAlexis4: @Jamie_LD That's what I thought when I sat
down to read it, but it really did just flow and fly. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@LifesizeLD: @annaliterally @matt_janacone Never say never!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@Jamie_LD: @bradwyman So true. That pilot was for the USA
Network show Suits. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@BrendonUdy: @TSNN_Rachel In person. ie 90 second pitch.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:50 am
@ChrisCox200: @Jamie_LD How was it? Spea. Today, I read a TV
pilot that was 84 pages. #scriptchat”
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@jeannevb: @TSNN_Rachel thank god! In rewrites of historical
epic now #2extrapages #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@_RoboticRabbit: Thanks for the rapid follow #ScriptChat
folk… It is absolutely great to be reconnected!
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@Jamie_LD: @SarahAlexis4 I watched the show again right
after I read it. I won't tell you how many times I've done that with this
script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@dwacon: @matt_janacone I created Final Draft functionality
in MS Word. Worked great until Microsoft changed Word. D’ohh! �� #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@Jamie_LD: @ChrisCox200 It was the pilot for Suits. And it
ROCKED! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:51 am
@bradwyman: ANNE IS CORRECT - there are no page limits
@annaliterally @matt_janacone ( MONSTER 134, FREEWAY 86,) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@annaliterally: Exactly! RT @LifesizeLD: @matt_janacone
Never say never! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@HouseOfJudea: Worth a watch. #Looper Writer/Director
#RianJohnson on screenwirting http://t.co/Ed4Wiu18 via @nofilmschool
#Scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@matt_janacone: What I liked about SceneWriter was that it
timed your scenes. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@RWWFilm: RT @bradwyman: RT @bradwyman: ANNE IS CORRECT -
there are no page limits @annaliterally @matt_janacone ( MONSTER 134, FREEWAY
86,) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@BrendonUdy: @RWWFilm Good call. Cheers! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:52 am
@annaliterally: @bradwyman I think El Mariachi was in the
40s. @matt_janacone #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@bradwyman: Agreed MT @TSNN_Rachel: I have read kid scripts
80 p long & historical epics 145 p long. If it's good, the page will keep
turning#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @BrendonUdy I used to go to a lot of
pitchfests and I would literally say 'like it', or 'go to the next' - I wanted
2 hear all! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@shade1218: MSWord works GREAT with styles...the problem is
the receiver...everybody is so f*&^king Final Draft crazy now.. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@jeannevb: Even when I have a general meeting at a prod co,
I always keep pitch at 90 seconds. Meetings often last 30 min regardless.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@bradwyman: RT @HouseOfJudea: RT @HouseOfJudea: Worth a
watch. #Looper Writer/Director #RianJohnson on screenwirting
http://t.co/Ed4Wiu18 via @nofilmschool #Scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@kellyanelons: @HouseOfJudea @nofilmschool Thanks for
posting. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@matt_janacone: I do need to get Final Draft 8. I'm using
Windows 7 now. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@BrendonUdy: Also, is it wise to pitch (at a pitchfest) when
you've only got the treatment written? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@kim_garland: @RWWFilm I had the second scenario happen only
twice and I remember those people still. :-/ #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:53 am
@matt_janacone: I have been told that 105 pages for a script
is a nice length. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:54 am
@jeffrichards: RT @bradwyman: RT @bradwyman: ANNE IS CORRECT
- there are no page limits @annaliterally @matt_janacone ( MONSTER 134, FREEWAY
86,) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:54 am
@kim_garland: Wow, love this RT @jeannevb when I have
general mtg at prodco, I keep pitch at 90 seconds. Meetings often last 30 min
regardless #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:54 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @jeannevb I am writing a historical film also
on a famous court trial --- #feelyourpain #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:55 am
@SarahAlexis4: @kim_garland Any pointers on what struck you
as signs of a strong query and/or logline when you were reading them for work?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:55 am
@MichaelSpheres: @matt_janacone I'm currently using Celtx
& so far so good. I'll upgrade to Final Draft when I feel worthy. Soon I'm
sure. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:55 am
@IngridElkner: @jeannevb Yeah, it's confusing, 'cos some are
meant to be elevator pitches, others 10 minute pitches... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:55 am
@BrendonUdy: @TSNN_Rachel Awesome, love that approach!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:55 am
@Jamie_LD: If you love TV, and the show Suits. #tvwriterchat
is analyzing the pilot tonight. At the bottom of the hour. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@HouseOfJudea: @jeannevb Thank you lovely. You are the best!
:) I will let you know when I finish checking them out. #scriptchat
#actorwriter
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@RWWFilm: @kim_garland I thought that might be worse.If they
didnt like your script the door could still be open as long as it wasnt trash
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@wcmartell: When you pitch, you need to be able to get them
the script right away if requested... before they forget who you are.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@jeannevb: @TSNN_Rachel sweet! We shld swap scripts (mine
has trial too...) #1903 http://t.co/wolSBcy3 #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@dwacon: @Jamie_LD I’ve done more polishing than the shoe
shine man. �� #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@kim_garland: @SarahAlexis4 Exciting writing. Not dry &
boring no matter genre. I should read query & remember I work in film not
accounting. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@Jamie_LD: Start with the uber short pitch. If they like it,
be prepared with a longer pitch... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:56 am
@matt_janacone: If a story does not excite me, I won't write
it. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@Jamie_LD: @dwacon That's what I'm doing now. Rewrites on 2
features. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @BrendonUdy I would say it's better to have a
written script but if it's a great idea, they will ask 4 script when done
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@SarahAlexis4: @kim_garland haha I like that #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@jeannevb: @HouseOfJudea damn, I thought i was already
following u #apologies #scriptchat #actorwriter
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@matt_janacone: If the story doesn't excite me, chances are
it won't excite others. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@wcmartell: Usually if they like the script, you get a
meeting. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:57 am
@RWWFilm: RT @wcmartell: RT @wcmartell: When you pitch, you
need to be able to get them the script right away if requested... before they
forget who you are. #sc ...
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@jeannevb: @IngridElkner we need to come up with a barstool
pitch length too ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @jeannvb - wouldn;t it be funny if we were
writing the same script? Just kidding - I optioned book rights 4 mine - let's
swap! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@Jamie_LD: I can't wait until that moment! RT @wcmartell:
Usually if they like the script, you get a meeting. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@matt_janacone: How many of you want to direct, too?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@quinnslater: @kim_garland Good advice. Thanks! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@jeannevb: Couple more min to get your thoughts in ...
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@IngridElkner: @jeannevb Short enough to slur out between
tequilas? ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:58 am
@kim_garland: @SarahAlexis4 I think the rules are good as a
template to get words on the page. But then rewrite until it sings, rules or no.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@art1032: Write what your passionate about/interested in. It
will show in a good way:) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@matt_janacone: For those I'm meeting tonight, It's nice to
meet you :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@BrendonUdy: @TSNN_Rachel Thanks. Just worried that I don't
have enough completed scripts to pitch with... I guess my first better be gold!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@shade1218: @IngridElkner or start putting scripts on audio
so the execs can listen to the script #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@jeannevb: @TSNN_Rachel let's! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 12:59 am
@HouseOfJudea: @scriptcat Thank you Mark! I will add these
to list of books to check out on my screenwriting journey. #scriptchat
#ActorWriter
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@jeannevb: #mykindofpitch RT @IngridElkner: @jeannevb Short
enough to slur out between tequilas? ;) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @BrendonUdy Are you signed up for a pitchfest?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@quinnslater: Okay - I'm heading out. Thanks, fellow writers
(and my followers, for being patient)! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@TheJodiChats: Love this & not just cause I got issues
MT @Jamie_LD: Start w/ short pitch. If they like it, be prepared w/ longer
pitch... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@IngridElkner: @shade1218 Everyone multi-tasks though and
doesn't listen properly. I never remember podcast content. In one ear...
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@wcmartell: Folks I'm going to sleep now - big day of movies
at Raindance Film Fest tomorrow! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@jeffrichards: Don't rush to pitch; get good at your craft
and built a body of work. Better to have multiple, polished scripts.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@dwacon: @kim_garland @SarahAlexis4 I once got criticized
for following the rules too tightly. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:00 am
@BrendonUdy: @matt_janacone I've directed shorts and would
love to do features one day. Must be hard to make the leap from writer though
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@SarahAlexis4: Nice chatting with everybody. Good luck with
those loglines and queries! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@jeannevb: It's bewitching hour. THANK YOU for joining in on
#scriptchat tonight! Nxt wk is "Writing for Children"
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @jeannvb - you won't believe this, but we're
soul sister writers or something, mine is about the African-American experience
2 #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@bradwyman: @TSNN_Rachel what's #pitchfest ? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@jeannevb: Enjoy! RT @wcmartell: Folks I'm going to sleep
now - big day of movies at Raindance Film Fest tomorrow! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@Jamie_LD: @TheJodiChats :-) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@dwacon: @wcmartell Enjoy! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:01 am
@BrendonUdy: @TSNN_Rachel Yeah, I'll be at the world
screenwriters conference. Freaking out about the whole first day of pitching.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @bradwyman Just a generic term for any of the
'pitch festivals' out there #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@bradwyman: @annaliterally no script limit - all over the
map! Ready to shoot a #17 page script that will be full length @actoraprilwade
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@2degreesofalie: Hello #scriptchat!
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@RWWFilm: @jeannevb Oh - interesting topic #scriptchat
#goodstuff
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@matt_janacone: @BrendonUdy I have always wanted to direct,
too. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@Jamie_LD: *waves* RT @2degreesofalie: Hello #scriptchat!
October 1, 2012, 1:02 am
@IngridElkner: Drunk text tweeting. You tweet a producer
loglines when you've had too many, wake embarrassed and all optioned the next
morning. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@art1032: Its been fun #treefort #scriptchat great advice
per the norm:)
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@bradwyman: #scriptchat RT @TSNN_Rachel: @bradwyman Thanks
... spent a LONG time in LA in film biz ... but now back to my first love of
journalism :)
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@LifesizeLD: Oooh! RT @jeannevb: It's bewitching hour. THANK
YOU for joining in on #scriptchat tonight! Nxt wk is "Writing for
Children"
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@jeannevb: @2degreesofalie you're late... go to timeout!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@kim_garland: @dwacon But I'm always so proud of how much
you get out there and pitch. You rock. :) #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @BrendonUdy You'll do great ... everyone there
is hoping to find good material! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@IngridElkner: Oops, that should have been drunk text
pitching. Hey! It's almost midday and I haven't had a coffee! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@bradwyman: 4sure --> RT @jeannevb: @bradwyman psst
heading to LA Oct 18 to 24... drinks. #makeithappen #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:03 am
@kim_garland: Is there tequila in timeout? I want that, too!
RT @jeannevb: @2degreesofalie you're late... go to timeout! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@Jamie_LD: @TSNN_Rachel I went from journalism to novels and
screenplays. I love both. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@2degreesofalie: @jeannevb You say late. I say never learned
how to tell time! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@justinolstein: RT @chasffisher: RT @chasffisher: 2 great
posts on drafting query letters http://t.co/MSALGbDO http://t.co/0A3HSMet
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@matt_janacone: @BrendonUdy After 13 scripts, I decided it's
time to produce one. I'm in the process of securing funds. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@JO__2: RT @wcmartell: RT @wcmartell: What's most important
is what is on the page, not how you got it there. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:04 am
@2degreesofalie: For any #Scriptchat peeps who want to
listen to my podcast about people's stories of #BreakingIntoHollywood:
http://t.co/vevwPlDZ
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@IngridElkner: @2degreesofalie You've been busy making meth
to support your pregnant wife and son, haven't you? Typical excuse...
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@jeannevb: @bradwyman deal. I'll be at #SWC12 at Loews
Hollywood Hotel #ignorethistweetstalkers #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @Jamie_LD Me too! I was a journalist, got into
film biz, wrote about film biz, now a journalist writing scripts - full circle!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@bradwyman: @chasffisher people that succeed in this town
stand out! I i i Remember reading REPO MAN - and seeing all the doodles and
pics #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@jeannevb: & cookie dough RT @kim_garland: Is there
tequila in timeout? IRT @jeannevb: @2degreesofalie you're late... go to
timeout! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:05 am
@RWWFilm: RT http://twitter.com/2degreesofalie"
target="_blank">http://twitter.com/2degreesofalie"
target="_blank">@2degreesofalie: RT
http://twitter.com/2degreesofalie"
target="_blank">http://twitter.com/2degreesofalie"
target="_blank">@2degreesofalie: For any #Scriptchat peeps who
want to listen to my podcast about people's stories of #BreakingIntoHollywood:
http:// ...
October 1, 2012, 1:06 am
@annaliterally: Gotta go, Tweetpeeps! Have a good night!
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:06 am
@Jamie_LD: @TSNN_Rachel It's nice to have the variety. I see
you write about trade shows. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:06 am
@jeannevb: OK, grabbing #scriptchat transcript... then onto
a #writingsprint. Stay tuned for #tvwriterchat at bottom of the hour.
October 1, 2012, 1:06 am
@bradwyman: @chasffisher @matt_janacone do no conform and
follow rules! You'll just fall into a stack of the 5 gazzilion 112 page
scripts! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:06 am
@kim_garland: My god, woman, yes. RT @jeannevb: & cookie
dough RT @kim_garland: Is there tequila in timeout? @2degreesofalie #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:07 am
@chasffisher: Just wanted to thank @jeannevb and
#scriptchat. Without them, I wouldn't have heard about #SWC being on during my
sojourn in LA!
October 1, 2012, 1:07 am
@bradwyman: Less reading - love a short one - always read
first RT @Jamie_LD: @bradwyman Why? Less reading? You can just chuck them?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:07 am
@BrendonUdy: @matt_janacone Nice, I'd love to have 13
scripts. All the best securing funds! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:07 am
@matt_janacone: @bradwyman @chasffisher I don't. I just try
to stay between 90-120 pages. #scriptchat Never needed more than 120 pages to
tell a story.
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @Jamie_LD Yes, I an online news source for
that industry and travel around a lot to them. It's a fun gig. n #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@2degreesofalie: @kim_garland @jeannevb In the words of Tina
Fey "I want to go to there." #ScriptChat #CookieDough #Tequila
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@dwacon: @matt_janacone I went thru agony of tagging FD
script…creating budget…then the principles backed out. Will try again… ������ #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@matt_janacone: @BrendonUdy I'll always be a writer first.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@Jamie_LD: @TSNN_Rachel I used to do a lot of trade shows
for my jewelry business. My next novel is called Death of a Sales Rep. lol
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:08 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @Jamie_LD --- I meant 'run' an online news
source ... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:09 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @Jamie_LD that is hilarious ... what shows did
you do? #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:09 am
@2degreesofalie: RT @scriptmag: RT @scriptmag: 7 Things
Readers Can Tell About Your Script On Page 1 via @Bang2write
http://t.co/pkhuEvhC #scriptchat #screenwriting
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@BrendonUdy: @matt_janacone Ditto. You can't make a good film
from a bad script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@dwacon: @kim_garland Aw, garsh ma’am... #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@BillieJeanVK: RT @Screenwriter12: RT @Screenwriter12:
Anyone can email me at info@belowzeromovie.com if they would like a copy of the
script. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@MichaelSpheres: “@RWWFilm: @SarahAlexis4 I think that's the
point. lot of beginners simply don't of a pitch as job interview
#WhichItTotallyIs” #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@matt_janacone: @dwacon I'm in the process I making a film
budget sheet. #scriptchat I have never asked for funding before.
October 1, 2012, 1:10 am
@matt_janacone: @dwacon I'm looking at about $150k.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:11 am
@jeannevb: RT @chasffisher: RT @chasffisher: Just wanted to
thank @jeannevb and #scriptchat. Without them, I wouldn't have heard about #SWC
being on during my sojou ...
October 1, 2012, 1:11 am
@dwacon: @matt_janacone I got Gorilla 5 software which
theoretically makes the job easier. It does import a tagged Final Draft script
EZ #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:12 am
@jeannevb: @kim_garland I shall bring u cookie dough when I
visit next :) #suckinguptoyourboy @2degreesofalie #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:12 am
@jeannevb: *grin* RT @2degreesofalie: @kim_garland @jeannevb
In the words of Tina Fey "I want to go to there." #ScriptChat
#CookieDough #Tequila
October 1, 2012, 1:12 am
@bradwyman: RT @chasffisher: RT @chasffisher: Just wanted to
thank @jeannevb and #scriptchat. Without them, I wouldn't have heard about #SWC
being on during my sojou ...
October 1, 2012, 1:12 am
@kim_garland: He would plotz! RT @jeannevb: @kim_garland I
shall bring u cookie dough when I visit next :) #suckinguptoyourboy
@2degreesofalie #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:13 am
@scriptcat: "If it ain’t on the page it ain’t going to
be on the screen.”—Robert Evans #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:13 am
@dwacon: @jeannevb Have fun in LA. Might be there…not 100%
sure. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:13 am
@jeannevb: @dwacon sweet. Let me know! #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:14 am
@2degreesofalie: Also, if #Scriptchat peeps are listening to
and enjoying the podcast, please leave a review on iTunes: http://t.co/qDsP7iNm
XXOO
October 1, 2012, 1:14 am
@dwacon: @dwacon I think a Ph.D in accounting might make
using Gorilla easier…but assured it will make a more professional budget pkg
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:14 am
@matt_janacone: @bradwyman @chasffisher I'm just doing what
the experts say, but I won't let page count ruin flow/pace of a story :)
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:15 am
@dwacon: Whoops, that was meant for @matt_janacone... I must
be tired. Off to the heavenly bed! G’nite & God bless (Red Skeleton)
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:15 am
@jeannevb: For anyone in LA, there WILL be a #scriptchat
meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob 19th) at Loews Hollywood Hotel
#SWC12
October 1, 2012, 1:16 am
@Jamie_LD: @TSNN_Rachel All gift shows. NY, Atlanta, Dallas,
Chicago, Minneapolis, LA. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:16 am
@RWWFilm: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:17 am
@LifesizeLD: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA, there WILL be a
#scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob 19th) at Loews
Hollywood Hotel
October 1, 2012, 1:18 am
@cruzwriter: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:18 am
@scriptchat: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:18 am
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA, there WILL be
a #scriptchat meetup the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob 19th) at Loews Hollywood
Hotel #SWC12
October 1, 2012, 1:18 am
@DaPrude: @kellyanelons #scriptchat is trending. Did you
start this?
October 1, 2012, 1:18 am
@art1032: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:19 am
@art1032: RT @LifesizeLD: RT @LifesizeLD: RT @jeannevb: For
anyone in LA, there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct
19-21st (prob 19th) at Lo ...
October 1, 2012, 1:19 am
@jeannevb: WOOHOO! Hey @zacsanford ... finally trending! RT
@DaPrude: @kellyanelons #scriptchat is trending. Did you start this?
October 1, 2012, 1:21 am
@TSNN_Rachel: @Jamie_LD Funny. I have been to a ton of
those. I love the NY one. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:21 am
@_Eccyclema: Twitter, I am nowhere near LA, why is
#scriptchat on my trends?
October 1, 2012, 1:22 am
@Jamie_LD: @TSNN_Rachel I showed at NY, but I was never
there. And now I don't do gift shows anymore. #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:22 am
@DougKeel: RT @scriptmag: RT @scriptmag: 7 Things Readers
Can Tell About Your Script On Page 1 via @Bang2write http://t.co/pkhuEvhC
#scriptchat #screenwriting
October 1, 2012, 1:22 am
@nisajaie: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:22 am
@matt_janacone: Has anyone shot with a Sony NXCam?
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:23 am
@nisajaie: @kellyanelons Yay! Cannot wait to meet everyone.
#scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:24 am
@JennaAvery: RT @jeannevb: WOOHOO! Hey @zacsanford ...
finally trending! RT @DaPrude: @kellyanelons #scriptchat is trending. Did you
start this?
October 1, 2012, 1:25 am
@chasffisher: @_Eccyclema Because #scriptchat is amaze-balls
October 1, 2012, 1:25 am
@HBwriterMike: RT "@DennisChristo4: @HBwriterMike Yep!
#PeterYates crafted a classic. Thanx 4 your thoughtful observations."
#scriptchat #filmmaking
October 1, 2012, 1:25 am
@WestgarthEnt: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: For anyone in LA,
there WILL be a #scriptchat meetup sometime the weekend of Oct 19-21st (prob
19th) at Loews Hollywood Ho ...
October 1, 2012, 1:26 am
@HBwriterMike: RT "@DennisChristo4: @HBwriterMike I'll
b in #DjangoUnchained coming in Dec. #QT is doing his part ! Enjoy."
#filmmaking #scriptchat
October 1, 2012, 1:26 am
@jeannevb: Here's the pic we've waited 3 yrs for!
#scriptchat trending! cc @lmcnelly @zacsanford http://t.co/Do45yegy
October 1, 2012, 1:27 am
@Securityfiles: My Horror #Script trailer: The Flock:
http://t.co/F4Chi0qr via @youtube #amwriting #scriptchat #writers #film
#bloggers #readers #movies
October 1, 2012, 1:27 am
@chasffisher: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Here's the pic
we've waited 3 yrs for! #scriptchat trending! cc @lmcnelly @zacsanford
http://t.co/Do45yegy
October 1, 2012, 1:27 am
@kingisafink: u weren't waiting; u were doing. RT @jeannevb:
the pic we've waited 3 yrs for! #scriptchat trending! cc @zacsanford
http://t.co/cjuROnR9
October 1, 2012, 1:28 am
@milesmaker: Wow! RT @jeannevb: Here's the pic we've waited
3 yrs for! #scriptchat trending! http://t.co/opCNnX8J
October 1, 2012, 1:28 am
@HBwriterMike: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Here's the pic
we've waited 3 yrs for! #scriptchat trending! cc @lmcnelly @zacsanford
http://t.co/Do45yegy
October 1, 2012, 1:29 am
@RWWFilm: RT @jeannevb: RT @jeannevb: Here's the pic we've
waited 3 yrs for! #scriptchat trending! cc @lmcnelly @zacsanford
http://t.co/Do45yegy
October 1, 2012, 1:30 am
@jeannevb: @milesmaker @kingisafink damn lot of tequila has
been consumed waiting for this day #scriptchat #trending
October 1, 2012, 1:30 am
