#Scriptchat Topic:
EURO: Open Topic
USA: Franklin Leonard @franklinleonard of The Black List @theblcklst
EURO moderator: Teenie Russell @teenierussell
USA moderator: Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb
EURO CHAT:
Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
It's Euro #scriptchat O'Clock and tonight it's an Open
Topic, come say hi! #scriptchat"
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
Evening all! #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
Hi @Sandy_Nicholson How have you been? #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown11h
@Jamie_LD hey Jamie (sweet name btw), how often does
#scriptchat go down? Thanks :)
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell All is well ta, just bobbing along. Everyone
else well? #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet11h
Gevening scripchatters #scriptchat"
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@teenierussell Hello! Glad it's open topic as I'm tired from
travel and seem to have acquired a cold in that there London. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@Sandy_Nicholson How is your commission coming along?
#scriptchat
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Mark Sanderson @scriptcat11h
Swing by & "Like" Scriptcat's MY BLANK PAGE on
Facebook—not blank but filled with #screenwriting articles
http://t.co/q58bPYGS83 #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
Hi @EvaKnoet glad to see you around. What have you been up
to? #scriptchat
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James Burrough @100_Day_SP11h
Hello everyone! #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@SiFoulaReel what do you mean London? How long were you here
for? #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell Slow and relentless but progressing. Just
about halfway through now. #scriptchat
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski11h
Hi to everyone tonight! Greetings from Poland. We also write
some good stuff here #scriptchat @teenierussell"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@100_Day_SP Hi there, what have you been working on?
#scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@teenierussell I was up Thursday until this morning for a
brief visit - and mainly seeing Girls Aloud at the O2 :) #scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD11h
@JamesonGBrown #scriptchat is every Sunday at 8pm Eastern.
Best way to participate is http://t.co/YzTE5fdzD3
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@Sandy_Nicholson how has the process been? Do you have free
reign or lots of contact with commissioner? #scriptchat
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Will Simpson @will__simpson11h
@teenierussell Evening! Sorry to have missed the meet-up the
other week, I hope it was fun? #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell It's been hard, but I'm managing. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@Perczynski what's more popular in Poland, film or TV industry?
I'm from Brazil originally and it's all about the soaps #scriptchat
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Vicky Hinault @vickyhinault11h
Evening #scriptchat How are we all?"
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell I submitted a proposal for each ep and they
signed off on it, then they review each episode as it's finished. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@SiFoulaReel was it a one-off show or are they back
together? #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet11h
As it's open topic, what are your thoughts on the time to
look for a producer? At treatment fase? Or after first draft? #scriptchat"
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski11h
#scriptchat anyone experienced with the Blacklist?"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@will__simpson no worries, I'll keep you all posted on
further tweetups. #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@teenierussell 10th anniversary tour (back after 3 years
away). Hopefully there'll be more. Was great. Plus I started a new spec
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@Sandy_Nicholson are you also working alongside a script
reader before you submit the ep? #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
Hi there @vickyhinault Lovely to 'see' you here #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@Perczynski Not yet - I've started a spec I aim to write
fairly quickly, & then going to pay for a read & put it up for 2 months
#scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet11h
...what are your thoughts on the time to look for a
producer? At treatment fase? Or after first draft? #scriptchat"
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell No script reader, the producer gives notes
directly and I have 2 weeks at the end to do rewrites. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
For those interested in the blacklist, they are guesting
later on US chat and transcript should be available in the morning
#scriptchat"
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Vicky Hinault @vickyhinault11h
@teenierussell Thanks! Got a week off this week so am
looking forward to doing lots of writing! #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@SiFoulaReel Were you writing on the train? #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@teenierussell Yes. Trying to do as much as possible in the
few free weeks I have. Was working on other stuff, but this sci-fi..
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@Sandy_Nicholson do you have time to focus on any other
projects too or has it all been about this one now? #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel11h
@teenierussell ..(previously only a little idea) kind of
pushed in. Got 2/3 of the story set, hopefully draft zeroing soon. #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@teenierussell All about this I'm afraid. 24 pages every 7
days. Do have some ideas floating about though, can't wait to start.
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@EvaKnoet I personally would only pitch to a producer after
a few drafts #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson11h
@EvaKnoet From what I hear it's worth considering pitching
an idea a bit to see whether it's worth writing or not though. #scriptchat
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Taro @TaroJ11h
#scriptchat hi all, slowly trying to catch up in between
bedtime tantrums"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@EvaKnoet I know some people pitch with just the idea or
treatment but from what I've heard a lot of producers when they are...
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@EvaKnoet looking they want something ready to go.
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell11h
@SiFoulaReel with a female lead I presume? :o) #scriptchat
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Will Simpson @will__simpson10h
@EvaKnoet Also depends on relationship you have with
them...if you've worked together before, they happy to input more earlier
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
What format do you mostly write? RT:
@Perczynskin@teenierussell mainly tv. Not many films produced. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@100_Day_SPn@teenierussell Almost finished the first draft
of my TV pilot, and just started outlining a family feature. You? #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
@teenierussell You presume right :) Also got what I
hope/think is a good high concept - plan is to Black List it when done. #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet10h
Whoops forgot to add the hashtag #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@100_Day_SP Good luck! I'm currently outlining a new TV
pilot and procrastinating a feature re-writen #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet10h
Advantage of early contact with producer is that the
financial plan can get started but also means more pressure on writing
#scriptchat"
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
@EvaKnoet Though at the beginner level the script is way
more likely going to be an advert for you than something that gets made #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
@EvaKnoet So pitching early at least give them a reason to
read your spec if they already liked the idea. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@SiFoulaReel if you're not awake for the US chat tonight,
make sure to check out the transcript #scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
British TV dramas are proving such a hit I'm beginning to
see some big named Hollywood faces popping up. Lastest: Hilary Swank
#scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
We're half way through Euro #scriptchat It's an Open Topic,
come say hi #scriptchat"
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
@teenierussell I don't think I will be! *huddles closer to
radiator and sneezes* But I'll certainly read the transcript. #scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
@teenierussell How and what are you doing? #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet10h
@Sandy_Nicholson trouble is you don't get a second chance at
a first impression. So if they want the script & it's not ready...
#scriptchat
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James Burrough @100_Day_SP10h
@teenierussell Cool! Best of luck with those. I always start
outlining new projects while I should be writing/re-writing. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC what is she in? #scriptchat
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James Burrough @100_Day_SP10h
About to pitch a TV series idea to a production company. Any
advice? #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@EvaKnoet @Sandy_Nicholson it's tricky, but it's all about
relationships too so if they like you as a person that's a bonus #scriptchat
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James Burrough @100_Day_SP10h
About to pitch a TV series idea to a production company. Any
advice? #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@SiFoulaReel I am doing well thank you. Getting back into
routine after a forced break #scriptchat
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski10h
@teenierussell now I'm writing 3 sitcom episodes. But it is
not my main target. I write features and 45 min drama tv series. #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
@100_Day_SP I've never had a huge win, but I tend to think
if you're calm and you have a bit of fun they respond to that. #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@SiFoulaReel I'm outlining a new TV pilot and getting ready
to do a page 1 re-write of a feature #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@100_Day_SP take time to breathe and don't overload them
with info #scriptchat
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski10h
@SiFoulaReel Let me know then. I had to put my feature
script after 30 pages to the drawer but i want to finish and put there
#scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
@teenierussell @100_Day_SP Pitched feature 2 producer who
suggested it be a TV 6-parter. GULP. Assume pitch difference is slight
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
How do you all tackle re-writes? I usually work over an
existing draft but am now about to bin the whole draft and start from p1
#scriptchat"
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
@Perczynski Will let you know when it's going up and how I
find the process and results (if any) #scriptchat
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski10h
@teenierussell #scriptchat I delete scenes which should be
deleted and written again. then if the gaps are small I work on a 1st draft
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Tomasz Perczy\u0144ski @Perczynski10h
@SiFoulaReel Yeah it will be really helpful for me
#scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
@teenierussell Never gone that far before, though in a
current rewrite, I abandoned a big sequence totally & kept nothing. #scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
@teenierussell #scriptchat. Rewrites are vomit hard. So I
wait till the world's asleep with no distracts. Anywhere tween 00.00hrs and
05.00
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Stuart Wright @Leytonrocks10h
Is there a #Norwegian saying that's the equivalent to
'another notch on the bed post'? #norway #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC Good Luck! How do you feel about it being a TV
series instead of feature? #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
@100_Day_SP Only ever done features, but I'm trying to sell
myself as a writer. My idea is just a proxy for that. #scriptchat
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Neal Romanek @rabbitandcrow10h
@teenierussell I find myself more and more rewriting whole
scenes from the beginning rather than trying to fix what's there. #scriptchat
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Neal Romanek @rabbitandcrow10h
@teenierussell Don't know if that's good or bad, but it's
what I seem to be doing now. #scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
@100_Day_SP Tv might be different but still, ideas are
everywhere. The red X is can you follow through and make the idea great.
#scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
Are screen festivals worth their asking price when you have
Youtube for lectures and Facebook/Twitter to network? #scriptchat and..."
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Dawn Chapman @kanundra10h
Oh no missed out. :( sorry my friends. #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@Leytonrocks I don't even know the english saying, haha
#pointlesstweet #scriptchat
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Will Simpson @will__simpson10h
@teenierussell Have to be radical at times. Simply reworking
what's there isn't enough. Macro view essential. #scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
...has anyone found success in their writing from either
competition or festivals? #scriptchat"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@rabbitandcrow I think sometimes it's easier and you can
always go back to the original for reference if it's not working #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr10h
rt @RWWFilm New @scriptmag column: How Aaron Sorkin's
'Social Network' can help you build a better scene http://t.co/LlTSGqN0cQ
#scriptchat
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Sandy Nicholson @Sandy_Nicholson10h
...ideas are everywhere. The red X is can you follow through
and make the idea great. #scriptchat"
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr10h
Beyond Clever! rt @RWWFilm Spectacular advertising for Game
of Thrones.http://t.co/9uYwwCiDnN … @kingisafink will appreciate.#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC I think it depends what you want from the
festival. The experience of networking with someone in real life is...
#scriptchat
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Simon Underwood @SiFoulaReel10h
I'm bailing out of #scriptchat early to find and consume all
the cold medicine in the house. Good luck with everything, everyone!"
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
When 2 different readers offer conflicting what to do? One
reader stated how she hated scripts starting with a dream sequence
#scriptchat"
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr10h
Still thinking about. Terrific! #WorkHard #NoGrudges rt
@Jamie_LD Ben Affleck, best acceptance speech EVER! #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr10h
rt @grking "How a New Girl script gets made: Outline to
final http://t.co/pIIYuNuOCS " - may be interesting for aspiring writers
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC ...so much richer than online. Plus if you are
able to pitch, even if it goes nowhere, the experience is valuable #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr10h
!! rt @scriptchat Tomorrow @franklinleonard of @theblklst
guests on USA http://t.co/gBG3seCtuU #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC that seems like a personal preference though,
I think the question is does it work and does it further the story? #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@NamingJasonC 3rd opinion maybe? #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@SiFoulaReel Take care of yourself, hope you're better soon!
#scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@kanundra There's always next week :-) #scriptchat
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Eva Knoet @EvaKnoet10h
Signing off, happy writing #scriptchat"
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Will Simpson @will__simpson10h
@NamingJasonC Less about what they say to do - more
important their identifying of a problem. Up to us to find correct solution!
#scriptchat
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Neal Romanek @rabbitandcrow10h
@teenierussell I was always wary of that - worried I would
mess up my precious original vision. Now I'm like "screw it".
#scriptchat
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James Burrough @100_Day_SP10h
Thanks for #scriptchat tonight guys. Off to do some writing.
I hate that my most productive hours are when I should be sleeping!"
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@EvaKnoet thanks for stopping by, goodnight! #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
@100_Day_SP good luck with writing and thank you for joining
in! #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
Have a good one everyone and thank you for the chat!
#scriptchat"
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Dawn Chapman @kanundra10h
@teenierussell good night and yes see you all next week I
hope :) #scriptchat
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Wallace Brown @NamingJasonC10h
@will__simpson True. But if one says get rid of him because.
They other says keep him because... #scriptchat
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Teenie Russell @teenierussell10h
Later tonight, @theblcklst will be guesting on US
#scriptchat Make sure to join them for the latest news on The Black List
#scriptchat"
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USA CHAT:
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with @franklinleonard, creator of
the @theblcklst #scriptchat"
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@theblcklst Welcome! Thanks for being here with us!
#scriptchat
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Andy Cohen @AndyCohen96h
Brand new to #scriptwriting. Absolutely loved this article
by @AngLee. Helps me put things in #perspective #scriptchat. #scriptchat"
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Kim Garland @kim_garland6h
One of my faves RT @theblcklst it's a great time for me to
remind you about Scott Myers's extraordinary blog @GoIntoTheStory
#scriptchat"
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Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory6h
Daily Dialogue theme for the week: Boy meets girl. Today:
"Boy Meets Girl" (1938) http://t.co/BZGMR7vTh7 #scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
LOVE Scott! RT @theblcklst:... its a great time for me to
remind you about Scott Myerss extraordinary blog @GoIntoTheStory
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
You can find @GoIntoTheStory at http://t.co/V5mwZ4ooRL and
@XanderBennett at http://t.co/imZVadPsUo #scriptchat"
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Romona Robinson @MonaLiNYC6h
Grabbing my plate of California Rolls and lurking for
#scriptchat *Waves to everyone* *leaves one roll*"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
@RWWFilm thank you! Great to hear :) he's a lyrical genius.
Pumped to chat tonight, but more excited to listen. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
You can find @GoIntoTheStory at http://t.co/6lKBPrzXFT and
@XanderBennett at http://t.co/bqkfSGA5D2 #scriptchat"
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew666h
@Phil_Baker_ Hello! Nocturnal or insomniac, it's all good
when it comes to #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
I'd also like to mention our partners, @WGAEast and
@SundanceLabs. Great people doing great things for writers. #scriptchat"
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Dave Bullis @Dave_Bullis6h
@MonaLiNYC hi! #ScriptChat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
So, it's just past 5 PM PST. Let the questions begin.
#scriptchat"
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tracinell @tracinell6h
hi scriptchatters! Thrilled that @franklinleonard is here!
:D #scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
Ditto http://t.co/Xx5x5yul5l RT @theblcklst: And
@XanderBennetts unparalleled #ScreenwritingTips #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
Also, follow them all on Twitter. Great stuff in addition to
their great content and great works. #scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
Who has a Q for Franklin? .... shoot it out to @theblcklst
now! #pickhisbrain #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
Hear hear! RT @pettigrew66: @Phil_Baker_ Hello! Nocturnal or
insomniac, it's all good when it comes to #scriptchat
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BMJ @RWWFilm6h
@jeannevb *clink* #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
Don't forget to #FF @theblcklst @franklinleonard
@GoIntoTheStory @XanderBennett #scriptchat"
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew666h
@jeannevb @theblcklst @gointothestory Been away from
#scriptchat for awhile, but never miss those blogs!!!
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
@RWWFilm *clink* n #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
I'll also take this moment to remind people that @WGAEast
members receive a 20% discount on script hosting and reads. #scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
Bookmark @theblcklst site to refer to after the chat
http://t.co/7e53QlEwLi #scriptchat"
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@theblcklst Q:Wondering if there are any updates on the
possible addition of tv pilots for submission to the database? Thanks!
#scriptchat
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Hamish Dwyer @RedHammyD6h
@theblcklst #scriptchat I need tips on how to come up with a
watertight plot. I've been struggling for days. Can you give me any tips?
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
And that writers who upload scripts to the Black List site
can opt into consideration for the 2014 Sundance Writers lab. #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@SarahAlexis4 I was just going to ask that, Sarah. :-)
#scriptchat
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Eric Jones @ericnjones6h
@theblcklst Q: Have you met your expectations? Both in terms
of script registrations & new talent discovered? #scriptchat
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Matthew Kane @matthewkane6h
@theblcklst Q How can writers know if they & their
scripts are ready for the Black List to not embarass themselves in
"public"? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
.@SarahAlexis4 Our work with TV and episodic work has been
delayed a bit while we improve the film site. Soon though. May? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@AndyCohen9 Read everything you can get your hands on. As
@GoIntoTheStory says "Read Scripts. Watch Movies. Write Pages."
#scriptchat
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J. Iblings @OfSoundnVision6h
@theblcklst Does the blacklist site have categories for tv
pilots or is it just features? #scriptchat
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Andy Cohen @AndyCohen96h
AndyCohen9 @jeannevb @theblcklst Its a #cliche but whats
your best advice for an #upstart in the #scriptchat world? #scriptchat
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@ericnjones We've exceeded our expectations. Over 3100
scripts uploaded to the site since launch. #scriptchat
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript6h
Hey all. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@ericnjones More than 3500 downloads of unrepped material by
industry professionals. #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner6h
Hey lumpy spacebar princesses! I'm late but heeeeere.
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@ericnjones More than a dozen writers have found
representation via the site. Two have found options and one found a director
#scriptchat
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Dwayne Conyers @dwacon6h
Sorry I am tardy. Catching up!n #scriptchat"
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew666h
@matthewkane @theblcklst Good question...there's a fine line
of preparation vs OVER preparation. #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell6h
@TheWriteScript :) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@matthewkane The great thing about the site is that it's not
public, per se. You can keep your evaluations private. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
@IngridElkner Glad u made it! we're talking to @theblcklst
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@RedHammyD Difficult to answer without knowing more about
exactly what you're working on. @GoIntoTheStory's blog can help though
#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@authorViviAnna We think alike! ;) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@OfSoundnVision Just features for now, but TV and episodic
work very soon. #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell6h
RT theblcklst Read everything you can get your hands on. As
@GoIntoTheStory says "Read Scripts. Watch Movies. Write Pages."
#scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@SarahAlexis4 and now I can't wait for May!!
Wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!! I'll have like 4 pilots to put up. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@authorViviAnna We look forward to them. #scriptchat
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Andy Cohen @AndyCohen96h
Going off of @ OfSoundnVision's question, @blcklst would you
say it is easier to write a #feature or #episodic project? #scriptchat"
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD6h
@authorViviAnna @SarahAlexis4 May can't get here soon
enough. For many reasons, and now one more. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
http://t.co/a4hz0lZsmZ … … http://t.co/J4XugPyWGc … … … … …
… … #scriptchat"
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Anthony Perez @FilmTony6h
@theblcklst what's the biggest lesson learned from
undiscovered writers that have gone through your system? #scriptchat
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript6h
Q. I thought only industry people can submit scripts to TBL?
#scriptchat"
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD6h
@theblcklst We'd love to have you as a guest on
#tvwriterchat when TV pilots are a go! #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@theblcklst Great to hear all the success stories! What do
you think helped set those particular scripts apart? What struck you?
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@AndyCohen9 They both have their challenges. I imagine that
it depends on the writer's strengths and weaknesses. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Jamie_LD We'll be back. For sure. #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@Jamie_LD That would be fantastic! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@FilmTony Lessons that we've learned from them or lessons
that they've learned? #scriptchat
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Mike Morucci @GCGeek6h
@theblcklst @SarahAlexis4 May would be incredible for TV!
June, July...hell, any time in 2013 would be awesome! #scriptchat
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Andy Cohen @AndyCohen96h
Same Question @TheWriteScript!!!n #scriptchat"
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@authorViviAnna Awesome, Vivi! #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
What they said. RT @TheWriteScript: Q. I thought only
industry people can submit scripts to TBL? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@SarahAlexis4 I haven't read them, but typically, a singular
voice and a screenplay that's viable in the current market. #scriptchat
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Andy Cohen @AndyCohen96h
@theblcklst Where would you suggest starting? #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
Which contests for feature films would you suggest?
#scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@GCGeek May, perfect right before pitching season. :-)
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@AndyCohen9 Whichever you're most passionate about.
Professionally it's easier to transition to TV writing from film. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Helise1 We don't. I'd suggest uploading your script to our
site. #scriptchat
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Mike Cottone @M_Cottone6h
Thoughts on non-traditional marketing of specs? Social
media, "gimmicks" that relate to plot, websites for screenplays.
#scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
@Helise1 @TheAcademy Nicholl comp. entered today.
#scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
What is the cost and how long is it upload good for?n
#scriptchat"
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
I entered the Nicholl. #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
Word! RT @theblcklst: @Helise1 We don't. I'd suggest
uploading your script to our site. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@M_Cottone I certainly don't begrudge anyone doing whatever
they can think of to promote their script. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@M_Cottone Just make sure that whatever you do doesn't make
it LESS likely that people will read it. #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@theblcklst what is the breakdown of genres submitted to the
site? Or do you have that info? #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis46h
@authorViviAnna I was just about to ask that! We're sharing
a brain tonight. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Helise1 $25 per month per script for hosting. $50 per
evaluation. You can read more here. http://t.co/oSMAKOHSGd #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Helise1 $25 per month per script for hosting. $50 per
evaluation. You can read more here http://t.co/G7PQv3Em6d #scriptchat"
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Daphne Anderson @pterodaphne6h
@theblcklst will hosting/reads cost the same for TV?
#scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@SarahAlexis4 LOL, holy crap. Going to make a fun
#TVWriterchat tonight. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@authorViviAnna Currently putting together some data based
on our new genre taxonomy. Old stats here: http://t.co/XpY9nN1SCb #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
How many big production companies & studios are
associated with the black list? #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna6h
@theblcklst excellent, thank you!! #scriptchat
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Matthew Kane @matthewkane6h
@theblcklst Q: How healthy does the spec comedy market seem
now? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Helise1 Every major agency, management company, and studio,
& at least 50% of the production companies with deals at the latter
#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb6h
If/when #scriptchat peeps have successes on @theblcklst
site, shout it loud & proud &let us all know! #community
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@matthewkane There's always a market for comedies that can
keep people laughing for 1.5 hours or more. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise16h
Like actors... writers seem to be type cast, I write all
different genres. #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
Ditto, but substitute with SciFi. RT @matthewkane:
@theblcklst Q: How healthy does the spec comedy market seem now? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
This might be behind the @WSJ paywall, but this article
gives a lot more info on the site and its reach http://t.co/BMAEwX3pbO
#scriptchat"
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae6h
If a script is high concept, what is the biggest factor that
prevents it from getting a recommendation from The Blacklist? #scriptchat"
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BMJ @RWWFilm6h
@jeannevb @theblcklst Amen to that! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@Helise1 It's true. They do. Best advice for that is to
break in with one genre and then diversify, but to each their own. #scriptchat
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Indies Unchained! @IndiesUnchained6h
Hey #writers RT @jeannevb: Who has a Q for Franklin? ....
shoot it out to @theblcklst now! #pickhisbrain #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown6h
@jeannevb @theblcklst #Cheers! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst6h
@JamesonGBrown The Sci-Fi market seems to be healthy if only
because epic scope action sells well internationally. #scriptchat
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Rachel Wimberly @TSNN_Rachel6h
Tiptoeing on in ... long time no see @jeannevb
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae Lackluster execution of that high concept.
#scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst can a writer still submit a script even if they
have representation? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JamesonGBrown The Sci-Fi market seems to be healthy if only
because epic scope action sells well internationally #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@authorViviAnna Absolutely. We have a number of writers with
representation with scripts hosted on their site. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
If/when #scriptchat peeps have successes on @theblcklst
site, shout it loud & proud &let us all know! #community
#scriptchat"
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Rachel Wimberly @TSNN_Rachel5h
@theblcklst - any particular genre that's played out right
now? n #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@authorViviAnna One recently found a director for their
project by having it hosted on the site. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
What is the percentage of women breaking in on The Blacklist
vs male screenwriters? #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
I'm also pleased to report that a number of the writers who
have found representation on the site live nowhere near Los Angeles.
#scriptchat"
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@theblcklst is rockin' it on #scriptchat tonight. I can't
wait to get my features polished and uploaded.
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
Sweet! RT @theblcklst: ...a number of the writers who have
found representation on the site live nowhere near Los Angeles. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TSNN_Rachel There are no "played out genres" per
se. There are some that are colder than others, generally driven by the market
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
to report that a number of the writers who've found reps on
the site live nowhere near Los Angeles. #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@Jamie_LD me too. I'm working on ours of course, and one
more. :-) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 At least three of the writers who have found
representation are women. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@theblcklst do u recommend people upload scripts if they
already have producers attached but have no personal representation?
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 Note that a disproportionate # of men have uploaded
scripts to the site. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 More than 65% of our Twitter followers are men, for
example. #scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@authorViviAnna I didn't even think about ours. Great idea.
I have to get back to you on pages. Love them. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
I'm also pleased to report that a number of writers who have
found representation live nowhere near Los Angeles.#scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@jeannevb oh good question. #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst awesome. Glad to hear. Just finished a spec
feature SciFi. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@jeannevb Absolutely a good idea. It's a great way to find
representation. Make sure the producer is aware though. #scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
What are your professional aspirations, or are you living
them? #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@Jamie_LD yeah!! so happy. Will have act II done this week
#scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis45h
@theblcklst Q: If somebody is receiving some good heat on
the site, how would you suggest they best capitalize on it? Do next?
#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@theblcklst *makes note* Thanks, Franklin! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae Very much living them. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@authorViviAnna every once in a while I'm sober enough to
ask a good one :) #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
Insert happy face MT @theblcklst: ...a # of the writers who
have found representation on the site live nowhere near LA. #scriptchat”"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@SarahAlexis4 Some writers have found success querying
mentioning their success on the site. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@SarahAlexis4 I think the important thing, when you receive
contact from a rep or producer, is to be professional. #scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
This does't need a reply, but very happy for you.
#scriptchat"
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Charlie Barnett @CharlieXBarnett5h
If my screenplay gets destroyed on @theblcklst How do I pick
up the pieces of my life? #scriptchat"
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tracinell @tracinell5h
good tip. :) RT @theblcklst: @SarahAlexis4 Some writers have
found success querying mentioning their success on the site. #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@SarahAlexis4 Sarah!! WTH! I was... no never mind
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@SarahAlexis4 I think the important thing, when u receive
contact from a rep or producer, is to be professional. #scriptchat"
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
35% are women and only 3 actually got representation on your
site, I would promoting the women screenwriters on your site more.
#scriptchat"
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis45h
@authorViviAnna haha :) #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@Helise1 The topic of "branding" has been
prevalent lately...in ALL forms of writers/writing! I'm multi-genre too.
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@CharlieXBarnett Remember that it's just one reader's
opinion and they probably gave you good advice on how to improve it.
#scriptchat
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Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory5h
30-minute video interview: Chris Terrio, screenwriter
("Argo") http://t.co/CmzbxCaSU3 #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 I'm not sure I follow you're logic. #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell5h
professional=collaborative+exceed expectations.
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@tracinell well said. #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@pettigrew66 The real sense I'm getting is for an agent or
manager to "sell" you, they need a clear product to sell. Which genre
#scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@Helise1 to me it's not about women or men...it's about what
scripts are written the best #talentnotsex #imo @theblcklst #scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst Thanks and kudos for the site. It hasn't gotten
me repped yet, but it seems a square deal and a level playing field.
#scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
More women screenwriters would come on board if you promoted
them. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller That's the goal. #scriptchat
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David Mulholland @ddmulholland5h
@CharlieXBarnett @theblcklst Write your next script! Keep
moving forward. Next script is always better than the one before it #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 We promote all the writers who have found success
via the site, men or women. #scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
@Helise1 - With respect, we are supposed to promote
ourselves, and get gender-blind feedback from them. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Hollywood by rule of thumb is a boys club, it's time for a
change. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae Thank you. I agree, and very much hope and
believe we are providing exactly that. #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@jeannevb @helise1 @theblcklst well said! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 We've created a meritocratic infrastructure where
the boys club has significantly less influence. #scriptchat
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120in30 @120in305h
Announcing a new April Screenwriting Sprint soon! #scriptchat"
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Charlie Barnett @CharlieXBarnett5h
@ddmulholland @theblcklst dont take me seriously #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
We've got about a half hour left. Keep the questions coming.
#scriptchat"
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@IngridElkner I'm a bit "genre challenged
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
@Helise1 Hollywood and the world is right now, more a white
boys' club. So, we keep plugging away, creating excellent product...
#scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Kathryn Bigelow finally broke through in but wasn't even
nominated for an Oscar this year. #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
write a great script and it will get noticed, whether your
male or female #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae @Helise1 I would add that more than 50% of our
readers are women. #scriptchat
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis45h
@theblcklst Q: Have you come across any common notes your
readers often find themselves giving that we should keep in mind? #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
oops I spelled your wrong... duh! I meant you're #scriptchat"
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Davy Allin @davyallin5h
Meritocracy works. Story is what matters. It's not science.
#scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@Helise1 it is changing. More females are dominating. I
still maintain true talent will rise to top. Vagina or not. @theblcklst
#scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
Cheers to @theblcklst for handling tonight's convo with a
transparent sense of awesomeness! #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@VerbaVitae @helise1 Cheers to that! #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@pettigrew66 You can always diversify later. But your specs
should all be in one genre, pref. different sub-genres within that. #scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@authorViviAnna DM #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@Helise1 was just about to say that #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@SarahAlexis4 Standard common mistakes that screenwriters
make. Important to remember: make sure people want to turn the page.
#scriptchat
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Paul Singleton @Singleton_Paul5h
@jeannevb And that wasn't directed at you. :) Hey, it was
good to see your project update. I stepped away from scriptchat for a minute.
:)
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript5h
Q. I thought only industry people can submit scripts to TBL?
#scriptchat"
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Matthew Kane @matthewkane5h
@theblcklst Q: Is the Black List also helping level the
playing field regarding ageism? Any data on that? #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst what's an average sell price for a SciFi spec?
Drama spec? #scriptchat
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BMJ @RWWFilm5h
@jeannevb @Helise1 @theblcklst There's a t-shirt in there
somewhere... #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TheWriteScript Anyone who has written an English language
feature script can upload it to the site. #scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
What should a first-paid screenwriter seek, in terms of
specifc counsel, when sealing a first deal? #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JamesonGBrown Data doesn't really exist. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@matthewkane In the sense that the site is meant to be a
meritocracy, theoretically yes. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@RWWFilm my vajayjay can write like none other #justsayin'
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@matthewkane We've got some initiatives coming in the next
few months to address exactly that though. #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst when a script is read and evaluated, does the
reader know who you are? Is your name on it? etc? #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst gotcha. I'm assuming that is very situational.
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae Most importantly, a lawyer. Find someone you
trust and let them handle. #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@jeannevb @helise1 @theblcklst Haha... No preference of
vajayjays or peepees #scriptchat
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Romi Moondi @romimoondi5h
HOT. RT @jeannevb @RWWFilm my vajayjay can write like none
other #justsayin' #scriptchat #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@jeannevb mine can totally multi-task LOL @RRWFilm
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@authorViviAnna They see exactly what anyone reading your
script on our site would. You are free to use a pen name though. #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@jeannevb Vaginocracy! #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@IngridElkner Thanks Ingrid! :-) #scriptchat
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BMJ @RWWFilm5h
@jeannevb Have you thought of going on America's Got Talent
with that? #surefirewinner #scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst I wish impression and download stats were
visible for other scripts, so I could tell how my numbers compared. #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst I'm sure we already said so apologies, but cost?
#scriptchat
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript5h
Q. So there's TBL and now there's TBL -- yet two different
things. Are you finding confusion among the industry professionals?
#scriptchat"
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
@jeannevb @Helise1 @RWWFilm re: vagina or not and t-shirt...
yes; vagina-blind... #pants #justsayin' #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@pettigrew66 Shouldn't that be "paninis"? :p
#scriptchat
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Matthew Kane @matthewkane5h
@theblcklst It would be nice if you developed data to show
Black List meritocracy leveling the playing field for fem. min. older #scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@theblcklst So the #1 piece of writing advice: DON'T BE
BORING. hahaha #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TheWriteScript Industry professionals, no. it's pretty
clear what the annual list is and what the site is. #scriptchat
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Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory5h
20 minutes left to visit with @FranklinLeonard who is doing
#scriptchat tonight!"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller Sorry about that, but writers have a right
to keep that information private. #scriptchat
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Kim Garland @kim_garland5h
There's an app for that. RT @jeannevb: @RWWFilm my vajayjay
can write like none other #justsayin' #scriptchat"
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
An all women's studio, who's on board? #scriptchat"
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John Shea @rebelshea5h
Aweome. RT @theblcklst: ...a number of the writers who have
found representation on the site live nowhere near Los Angeles.
#scriptchat"
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tracinell @tracinell5h
2 thumbs waaaay up. RT @GoIntoTheStory: 20 minutes left to
visit with @FranklinLeonard who is doing #scriptchat tonight! #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@matthewkane These questions will be moot soon. We did work
with the Sundance diversity writers lab recently to place a writer. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@matthewkane As an African-American from west central
Georgia, I am very sensitive to industry access issues. #scriptchat
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BMJ @RWWFilm5h
@VerbaVitae @jeannevb @Helise1 Vagina-Blind was the name of
my band in college #true #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
I'm a finalist #stepahead RT @rwwfilm: @jeannevb Have you
thought of going on America's Got Talent with that? #surefirewinner
#scriptchat"
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Sharita @14Shari5h
Q @theblacklst is it possible to submit scripts if u'r
living outside USA (live in Holland) #scriptchat"
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript5h
Q. If someone says, "I've had success on TBL,"
wouldn't some assume that they are "on" TBL? Or "My script is on
TBL." #scriptchat"
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Brendon Udy @BrendonUdy5h
@theblcklst Sorry if it's a repeat question, but how do
scripts find readers? Is it based on logline, or is there more to it?
#scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst I wish site-wide averages for impressions or
downloads were visible the way rating averages are. #scriptchat
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Eric Jones @ericnjones5h
@jeannevb @RWWFilm This session just took a strange turn
#scriptchat
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Lynne Rice 2 @TvLynne5h
Great scriptchat tonight ! #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TheWriteScript They'd probably ask for clarification.
Generally, people know the names on the annual list by rote. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@ericnjones @RWWFilm... you never know what's going to
happen on #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@IngridElkner Heehee! ��
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@BrendonUdy Check this out. Should answer all (or at least
most) of your questions: http://t.co/oSMAKOHSGd #scriptchat
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BMJ @RWWFilm5h
@jeannevb @ericnjones That's what makes it so magical!
#scriptchat
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Eric Jones @ericnjones5h
@theblcklst @matthewkane Aren't authors' submissions blind?
(No name on title page, etc...?) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller If you have suggestions for how please
email. There are a lot of factors at play. Data not likely to be helpful
#scriptchat
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Sharita @14Shari5h
@theblcklst maybe already asked, how to submit your script,
and are some genres more wanted? #scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
@RWWFilm Mine, dick-prophet.. #nottrue #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
15 minutes left tonight. Get your questions in while the
getting is good. #scriptchat"
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Paul Miller @paul_miller15h
@kellyanelons PS I pic took from @jeannevb ‘s post on fb.
So, yeah, I assume everyone I’ve met from #scriptchat is a potential kidnapper
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
FYI @theblcklst has worked tirelessly to help writers of all
age/sex/race break in. Supporter of access for nonrepped writers #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@ericnjones The readers see exactly what an agent or manager
would see on your script (title page, etc.) #scriptchat
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The Write Script @TheWriteScript5h
Thank you for all you are doing to help writers.
#scriptchat"
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
I'm sure this was asked at the start and I missed it - how
many Black List writers have been repped now? #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst r there deadlines for submissions? Or ongoing?
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@IngridElkner Writers aren't obligated to let us know, but
we know of 13 who have found representation via the site thus far. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
Deets http://t.co/7e53QlEwLi RT @14Shari: @theblcklst maybe
already asked, how to submit your script...? #scriptchat"
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@ericnjones @theblcklst @matthewkane Good question-some of
my recent writing/poetry subs to Lit. mags request no name attached.
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@IngridElkner And there have been over 3500 downloads of
unrepped scripts by industry professionals. #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@theblcklst Cool. And how many people are signed up/have
submitted scripts? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
10 minutes left. Grab @theblcklist while you can.
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JamesonGBrown An ongoing initiative. Think of it as a
contest with rolling admission as many prizes as industry viable scripts
#scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst 13 reps, so both managers and agents? Do you
have a breakdown of that? :-) So many breakdowns we demand! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@IngridElkner Just under 3100 scripts uploaded since launch.
#scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Any discount codes to join the Blacklist? #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TheWriteScript It's our pleasure. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
10 minutes left. Grab @theblcklist while you can.
#scriptchat"
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
Where a screenwriter gets optioned and career stalls, what
are some lesser known strategies? #scriptchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
@theblcklst gotcha. I dig that dynamic a lot. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 If you're a @WGAEast member, you get a 20% discount
on all services. #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst ever thought of getting into the adaptation
arena...allowing authors to submit their books? #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@theblcklst For producers who want to read scripts, do they
contact you or writer's reps or writer directly? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@VerbaVitae There's only one that matters. Write a brilliant
next script. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@authorViviAnna Off the top of my head, no, and many of
those with managers are now meeting agents. #scriptchat
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Sharita @14Shari5h
@theblcklst is it possible to submit scripts (and be
represented) if u'r living outside USA (live in Holland). #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell5h
That works. ;) RT @theblcklst: @VerbaVitae Theres only one
that matters. Write a brilliant next script. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@elizabethkarr Writer directly if the script is uploaded.
Representation if it exists and they prefer it. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 If youre a @WGAEast member, you get a 20% discount
on all services. / @theblcklst Same for WGA West? #scriptchat
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John Shea @rebelshea5h
@theblcklt How long do writers tend to host a script on the
Black List? #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@authorViviAnna Something we're thinking about. Want to
improve film first, then tv/episodic and theater. #scriptchat
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Chip R. @ChipNotDonald5h
@theblcklst What script genres have had the best response on
your site? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@14Shari Absolutely. We've already had one international
writer find representation with an industry manager. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Most of us are not WGA members. Any discounts?
#scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
as long as script written in English RT @14Shari: @theblcklst
is it possible to submit scripts if ur living outside USA. #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst cool. I have 28 published books that are just
begging to be adapted. LOL #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@rebelshea Varies widely. Check out the data toward the end
of our Month Two data. http://t.co/u2WqjYVPsg #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@Helise1 We offer them from time to time. Keep an eye on our
Twitter handle. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@jeannevb Yes, as long as the script is in English.
#scriptchat
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Jaiden Frost @JaidenFrost5h
@theblklst I've heard that obtaining an agent is now
pointless to a writer & to simply be your own. Your opinion? #Scriptchat
#scriptchat"
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
It really seems like the only dictum, whether writing an
initial or second script - RT: @theblcklst "write a
brilliant..script". #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@elizabethkarr Not yet. Maybe soon. Let them know that you'd
like it if you're a member. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
@authorViviAnna are you self published? #scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst Can you disclose the number of paid reviewers
the site employs? (To the nearest order of magnitude?) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@ChipNotDonald Check out our Month Two data for greater
insight. http://t.co/u2WqjYVPsg #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JaidenFrost That's generally very bad advice. Your agent
works for you to help you get work. They have access that you don't. #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@Helise1 10 selfpublished, 18 NY published #scriptchat
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Rachel Wimberly @TSNN_Rachel5h
@theblcklst I love this ethic: "do no harm"
#scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller Currently, 39. #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@JaidenFrost You'd better be good at negotiations if you
don't want an agent! #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
I'm going to stick around to answer every question submitted
before 6:05 pm PST. Get 'em in now. #scriptchat"
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John Shea @rebelshea5h
@theblcklst Are agents reading through submissions looking
for writers? #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@jeannevb Def an archive I will study. Tons of good
info/questions. Thank you @theblcklst + #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@TSNN_Rachel That's very pagan of you! #scriptchat
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Jaiden Frost @JaidenFrost5h
@Theblklst I'm going for an Oscar this year for "Best
Short". Any advice? #scriptchat"
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CAMILLA @Cilly2475h
@theblcklst Thank you for your transparency & always
being prepared to answer all & any questions. Really appreciated
#scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
Instead of asking for discounts, shouldn't we be thrilled
that this service is even available? #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@rebelshea They're either looking for writers or they're
looking for material for their directors and actors. #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
NBC Writers on the Verge applications open now. #Scriptchat
#TVWriterchat http://t.co/sSAE2eiYIZ #tvwriterchat"
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
Ok, gotta hop off. Thx @Jamie_LD for hooking me up w/ the
time & a huge thank you to @theblcklist for chatting tonight! #Cheers
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TSNN_Rachel A very important part of our enterprise.
#scriptchat
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Chip R. @ChipNotDonald5h
@theblcklst @JaidenFrost For a new writer, do you recommend
focusing on agents or managers to try and get into the business? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JaidenFrost Make a brilliant short. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Most agents read the first 10 pages and if it doesn't speak
to them it gets passed. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@ChipNotDonald I recommend focusing on writing a great
script. Do that and upload it to the site, you'll be on your way. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@ChipNotDonald But if I had to choose, just based on the
numbers, managers. There are more of them. #scriptchat
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Eric Jones @ericnjones5h
@Jamie_LD Yes! #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell5h
Or the story? :) RT @ChipNotDonald: @theblcklst For new
writer, do u recommend focus on agents or managers to get into business?
#scriptchat"
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Jaiden Frost @JaidenFrost5h
@theblcklst Lol. Sound advice. Appreciate it. #scriptchat
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Jameson Brown @JamesonGBrown5h
Thanks for taking the time to chat tonight @theblcklst! cc:
@Jamie_LD #scriptchat"
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Andr\u00e9s Serrato H. @Palestrapublica5h
@Helise1 it's the same in the bbc writer's room #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
Thank you for all of the thank yous everyone. It's 5:59 pm.
Still got six minutes to get your questions in. I'll answer them all #scriptchat"
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Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis45h
@theblcklst Thank you for taking the time to answer our
questions and for the opportunities you provide us writers! #scriptchat
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Indies Unchained! @IndiesUnchained5h
@theblcklst Can short-turned-feature scripts be submitted
(say a short having played well on festival circuit/online)? #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
The weirdest response I ever got was from Anjelica Huston's
people saying "she didn't respond." #scriptchat"
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Chris Jalufka @cpjalufka5h
Is there a fear that low rated scripts will lower overall
score & deter agents, etc. from reading scripts on new Black List?
#scriptchat"
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@theblcklst You ROCK. Thanks so much for being our guest.
Can't wait to have you on #tvwriterchat #scriptchat
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Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew665h
@thenlcklst THANK YOU! Great info...#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@IndiesUnchained Absolutely. Just needs to be an English
language feature screenplay to be uploaded. #scriptchat
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John Shea @rebelshea5h
@theblcklst Thanks for the info. I think you've talked me
into trying it out. #scriptchat
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tracinell @tracinell5h
Sincere thanks @franklinleonard for taking the time to give
thoughtful answers to tonight's questions. Thank you #treefort!
#scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
5 more minutes... #overtime #scriptchat"
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BMJ @RWWFilm5h
@theblcklst Thanks for taking the time to answer everyone's
questions! #scriptchat
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@theblcklst Thanks for guesting and answering our questions.
We have some damn good question askers in this group *suck up* #scriptchat
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Sharita @14Shari5h
@theblcklst is your work protected? Do you advise any
competitions? #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@cpjalufka Nope. Our industry members know that we're only
spotlighting the highest rated scripts. Our overall avg not impt #scriptchat
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Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory5h
Screenwriting News (February 25-March 3, 2013)
http://t.co/9aWT8w49eK #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@theblcklst thanks for answering all our questions and for
starting this amazing service. #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@theblcklst Can scripts w/ producer attached be on site?
#scriptchat
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Danielle @PAX_Tweets5h
@Jamie_LD agreed. I'm thankful #scriptchat is free but
@theblcklst allows the writer to obtain real feedback and that's #valuable
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
@JamieLD Yes - Happy for the service that I will gladly pay
for, because I am prfoessional writer. Professional svcs cost money #scriptchat
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Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory5h
Screenwriting News (February 25-March 3, 2013) http://t.co/04MdqZTuon
#scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@14Shari We don't endorse any contests. We think what we
offer is quite compelling. #scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst Can you summarize how you feel about how well
the site is working thus far? #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@elizabethkarr I asked that already. :) He said yes but
recommends letting producers know upfront #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@elizabethkarr Absolutely. We've had a few and some have
found great success, including one newly attached director. #scriptchat
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Helise Flickstein @Helise15h
Thank you for answering my questions. #scriptchat"
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Rachel Wimberly @TSNN_Rachel5h
@theblklst Any *common mistakes* you are seeing with scripts
that receive a lower ranking? #scriptchat"
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Sharita @14Shari5h
@theblcklst please don't erase this chat. I want to read the
early questions. Thank you very much #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller Quite well, but I'm very eager to continue
to make it more valuable for everyone who uses it. #scriptchat
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Jamie Livingston @Jamie_LD5h
@PAX_Tweets Agreed, real feedback is what screenwriters
need, crave, what makes us better. #scriptchat #valuable
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@jeannevb Tequila on me next time for showing up late. :)
#scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst What was your primary goal when launching the
site? #scriptchat
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Kelly Anelons @kellyanelons5h
@paul_miller1 @jeannevb Ok but we only kidnap producers,
directors...and Chippendale dancers. You know, for research. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@TSNN_Rachel Same common mistakes made by all screenwriters.
Nothing particularly odd about those uploaded to our site. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@14Shari we post transcripts after every chat on http://t.co/RnMIKqMyIM
#scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@14Shari there will be a transcript up on the scriptchat
blog :-) #scriptchat
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Jaiden Frost @JaidenFrost5h
Does anyone know where there is a chatroom like this all the
time? This should always be happening IMO. haha #scriptchat"
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
@elizabethkarr deal! :) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller A more efficient marketplace for feature
screenwriting driven by a meritocratic infrastructure. #scriptchat
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Rachel Wimberly @TSNN_Rachel5h
@theblklst makes perfect sense n #scriptchat"
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@TSNN_Rachel gr8 question! Common mistakes seen @theblklst
#scriptchat
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Tim Miller @RealTimmyMiller5h
@theblcklst What aspect of the site is most in need of
improvement? #scriptchat
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Indies Unchained! @IndiesUnchained5h
@theblcklst in your opinion, any tips on knowing when your
script is ready to submit? #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
this chat has totally lit a fire under my rumpuss to finish
this script I've been toiling on for months #scriptchat"
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@kellyanelons Girl power! (Battery-operated ;) #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@JaidenFrost I'm frequently here at @theblcklst taking an
hour to answer questions as a way to procrastinate. Keep an eye out.
#scriptchat
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CAMILLA @Cilly2475h
@JaidenFrost It's called twitter :) hashtag #scriptchat
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@JaidenFrost Agree this is fantastic resource. EUR + USA
chats on Sundays. Tons of good stuff in past archives. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@RealTimmyMiller Our search functionality could be more
powerful, which is an issue currently being addressed. Big things coming
#scriptchat
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Katherine Bennett @VerbaVitae5h
I appreciate your time. Thank you. #scriptchat"
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@authorViviAnna That's what I can smell cooking! #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@JaidenFrost we are always chatting on this hashtag. Got a
question, post it with the scriptchat hashtag #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
Thanks so much @theblcklst for answering all of our Q's
tonight! #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
@IndiesUnchained When you're honest with yourself and you
feel as though you can do nothing else to improve it. #scriptchat
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@IngridElkner yup my ass. :-) #scriptchat
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Jaiden Frost @JaidenFrost5h
@theblcklst I truly appreciate it, it seems that it has
become harder and harder for all of us to connect now days. #scriptchat
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Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb5h
Going to grab the transcript. Watch hashtag for when it's
live! Will post on FB too. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
Okay, it's 6:06 pm by my clock. And I think that means it's
back to work for me. Follow me at @franklinleonard. #scriptchat"
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Eric Jones @ericnjones5h
Thanks to @theblcklst for the chat! #scriptchat
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Indies Unchained! @IndiesUnchained5h
Here here! Learned a ton. RT @jeannevb: Thanks so much
@theblcklst for answering all of our Q's tonight! #scriptchat"
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Ingrid Elkner @IngridElkner5h
@authorViviAnna Mmmm, smells good. #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
Follow Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory, Xander Bennett
@XanderBennett, and our partners @WGAEast and @SundanceLabs #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
stick around for #TVwriterchat when we have Angela Ackerman
here, the author of the Emotional Thesaurus, a great resourse #scriptchat"
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Vivi Anna @authorViviAnna5h
@IngridElkner smells like bacon #scriptchat
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
We also answer questions via email (addresses on the site)
and via Twitter. Just hit us at @theblcklst. #scriptchat"
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
And with that, I bid you all good night. #scriptchat"
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Sharita @14Shari5h
This is really worth waking up early :) #scriptchat"
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Kim Garland @kim_garland5h
Like us on FB http://t.co/VGZ0KvKVSN RT @jeannevb Going to
grab transcript. Watch hashtag for when its live! Will post on FB too
#scriptchat"
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Elizabeth Karr @elizabethkarr5h
@JaidenFrost You've found a home. There's a great community
of filmmakers - writers, producers, directors on here. #scriptchat is gr8.
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The Black List @theblcklst5h
Follow Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory, Xander Bennett
@XanderBennett, and our partners @WGAEast and @SundanceLabs #scriptchat"
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