Showing posts with label Adam Levenberg. Show all posts
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Thursday, March 22, 2012

Hollywood Exec Adam Levenberg Guest on Euro Scriptchat March 25, 2012


Adam Levenberg @StarterScript is one of Hollywood's most in demand screenwriting consultants. As a reader for USA Films (BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, TRAFFIC), Adam recommended scripts such as HOLLYWOODLAND and SYLVIA, which were both produced by the studio. After working as a Creative Executive for Intuition Productions (THE STEPFORD WIVES, PASSENGERS), Adam moved on to One Race Films (XXX, THE CHRONICLES OF RIDDICK, THE PACIFIER, FIND ME GUILTY, FAST & FURIOUS) where he was promoted to be the company's Development Executive.

At One Race, Adam's responsibilities included interacting with every major literary agency in order to cover the spec market and meeting with the industry's top screenwriters to hear pitches and help fill writing assignments for the many original and sequel projects on the company's slate. After leaving One Race to open ENDZONE CONSULTING, Adam's clients now include one of Hollywood's biggest producers as well as a legendary two time Academy Award winning actor. Adam is a graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts with a degree in Critical Studies.

Don't miss the chance to pick an exec's brain Sunday March 25th, 8pm BST, and check out Adam's site, Hire a Hollywood Exec. His new book The Starter Screenplay: How to Write a Screenplay Hollywood Wants to Read is now available on Kindle.

Here's an excerpt from Adam's book:


HOLLYWOOD DOESN’T PASS, THEY JUST DON’T CALL BACK
If you’re wondering why you have not heard back on a submission, it is likely the company reviewed the material and passed. 
It takes less than one minute for a production company employee to pick up and put down over 90% of unrepresented material. Even if your script is technically proficient, your concept, characters and dialogue may not be strong enough to keep a reader engaged beyond ten pages.
The chances of breaking into the industry via query letter are few and far between. These submissions are not taken seriously by production companies—usually the person requesting is an assistant and they hand it over to interns to read.
Don’t be like an anxious teenager awaiting SAT results. Mark your calendar for a month and follow up then.
A PASS BY ANY OTHER NAME 
Hollywood hates to pass. Usually if you do get a call or email, you’ll be told:
 …It’s not for us at this time.
…We are developing a similar project already.
…Someone else is developing a similar project.
…This script is great! It’s just not right for our company.
…Our slate is full. (I’m not if sure anyone’s used this in the past decade.)
…I really like the writing but the script is not commercial.
 …Come back with an actress/actor/director attached.
All of these statements are more or less ways of passing on your screenplay AND your writing.
“Not for us at this time” is meaningless. Unless you’re operating on the assumption that time travel devices are on the horizon.
“Our slate is full” is just bullshit—there’s no such thing as a production company with too many projects. The company hires more vice presidents when that happens.  
The “similar project at our company” or “around town” claim is an easy out, as sometimes it’s true. But if the executive thinks there is ANY chance of your script selling, they’ll email it to agents and managers to gain favors. The exec may also discuss your other ideas or pitch you ideas to write for them on spec.
The comment about commerciality can be true. But if they think you’re the next Charlie Kaufman, they’ll refer your material to an agent or manager.
It’s a complete blow off when a company tells you to come back with a talent attachment. Does it need to be said that they’d reconsider if Tom Cruise wants to star in your project? This response may be honest if a studio executive calls an agent and lists specific actors or actresses they need to move the project forward. But when a producer says this to an unrepresented writer, it’s a surefire “PASS!”
WHAT SHOULD I BELIEVE?
Just because a company passes on your project doesn’t mean you lack talent or aren’t good enough to eventually become a professional screenwriter. You can gain insight into their responses by assessing the following criteria. 
Consider how long the pass conversation runs. Are they off the phone in under a minute? Not a good sign. This means they don’t care what other scripts you have or what you’re writing next. Time to hire a consultant because you need to seriously up your game.
The conversation lasts longer if they really like your writing. Do they discuss the script at length and make suggestions? If so, ask if they would like to read a rewrite in a few months. Or help you develop the rewrite.
Does the executive ask what other scripts you have? Email the loglines and let them choose what to read next. Do they ask what you’re working on now? Sometimes an exec will make it clear their door is open to your material. Hang on to their contact info.
If your spec gets multiple “no thank you” passes, stop submitting for now and put that energy into learning how to write stronger material. 


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Sunday, February 12, 2012

Guest Adam Levenberg - Transcript February 12, 2012


#Scriptchat TOPIC:
EURO: BAFTAs party
USA: Guest Adam Levenberg shares the perspectives of a Hollywood executive. 

This week EURO had a virtual party while watching the BAFTAs while USA chatting it up with guest and former Hollywood executive, Adam Levenberg @StarterScript, author of “The Starter Screenplay: How to Write a Screenplay Hollywood Wants to Read”.  Read the transcript to catch tons of great tips to help not only your writing but also your career. Enjoy! @jeannevb

USA Moderator: Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb

USA CHAT: 

@jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@shells48: @StarterScript *waves back* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@kim_garland: Well, gee, if we're all waving... *waves!* RT @StarterScript: Can I get in on the waving? *I'm waving now to everyone* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@tracinell: *passes the tray of cookies everyone* there's more in the oven. :) RT @TheWriteScript: @tracinell Pass the cookies! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: Absolutely. Thanks so much for being our guest. RT @StarterScript: Can I get in on the waving? *I'm waving now to everyone*r #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@jeannevb: Welcome Adam Levenberg @StarterScript to our chat room #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript saved my *wildest wave* just for you! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @LisaGProsek Total withdrawal. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Thanks for being here. Milk and cookies for you! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: Good evening alln #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@grumblecore: RT @BittrScrptReadr: NEW POST: Finding the secret to found footage films http://t.co/IWSeYKZJ #Screenwriting #scriptchat #Chronicle #horror #foundfootage
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@StarterScript: Thanks Jeanne! Happy to be here. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@tracinell: @LisaGProsek you were missed. don't ever do that again. ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@jeannevb: fyi @StarterScript has had tons of experience from the other side of the table... pick his brain! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Bring it on. Can't wait to hear your advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: welcome to #scriptchat @StarterScript #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@tracinell: @DaveMcGlone1 :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: Q: Regarding what scripts execs want should we pay heed to what the spec sales illustrate this year so far or ignore the trends? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @tracinell Thanks! I hope not too! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@lisamondello: Can't wait to hear what @StarterScript has to teach. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@JennaAvery: *waves hello* RT @jeannevb: Welcome Adam Levenberg @StarterScript to our chat room #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: Got it. Duh. Thanks, Jeanne! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: Q. What's the biggest mistake unsold writers make? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript's full bio here & excerpt from his book http://t.co/gzej0ELP #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@shells48: Q:What is the one thing Scripts Execs really hate?n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@StarterScript: @ConradSteeves Great ?. It depends--who are you? Do you have an agent already? My book is about what to write to get a rep #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: full bio here & excerpt from bookhttp://scriptchat.blogspot.com/2012/02/hollywood-exec-adam-levenberg-guest.html #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I've read @StarterScript's book. Excellent, practical, REAL advice. No sugar coating http://t.co/ZXNw8kaX #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @TheWriteScript: Q. Whats the biggest mistake unsold writers make? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript They write scripts about things that execs don't want to make movies about. Like period pieces. And ensembles.. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell Unsold or unrepresented? and when i say unrepresented, i mean by major hwd agents and managers. there is a dif #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: OY VEY. I made it. Now what? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @TheWriteScript They write scripts that execs dont want to make... Like period pieces. And ensembles.. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@Aschrei: For some reason I will be following #scriptchat today
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: @StarterScript -I would never greenlight a silent movie, yet here we are. When do you take a leap on a non-traditional script? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Aschrei as it should be :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@StarterScript: I have a whole chapter called "what not to write" things like drug addiction, rape, 9/11, musicals, etc #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@StarterScript: @PitchfestBob Hey bob. I like that question. You take the leap after you have sold a spec script to a studio, are repped and $ok #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@jeannevb: @PitchfestBob excellent question! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript Stories should be "up" instead of "down" in general for the current market place? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript What is that supposed mean? What not to write? How can you POSSIBLY know? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @PitchfestBob Hey bob. You take the leap after you have sold a spec script to a studio, are repped and $ok #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: Kids are in bed early so I can get my scriptchat on tonight! #writing #screenwriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I like your example of George Lucas: write American Graffiti first, then you get to make Star Wars. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they can't get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript Thanks! I love that example too because i adjusted for inflation and was shocked to see American G made $600mil! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@jeannevb: HA! RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: So do writers. RT @StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they cant get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@tracinell: @GREGBIELA Hi, Greg. *passes tray* Have a cookie. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they cant get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@OMGChrisMueller: RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I noticed that. Jaw-dropping amount. Drives the point home. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I like your example of George Lucas: write American Graffiti 1st, then get to make Star Wars. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they can't get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Where's the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill went from an exec to working with unrepped wtrs in a month. I looked at what pros& newbies did differently #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @tracinell That was from a challenge from Coppola to Lucas to make a warm fuzzy screenplay. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@tracinell: @jeannevb? :) RT @GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Wheres the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@jeannevb: On it! *pours* RT @tracinell: @jeannevb? :) RT @GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Wheres the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:11 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill things not to write about: struggling writers/actors,epics,charity causes, native americans, original superhero #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:11 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript So what are good subject for screenplays? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Han shot first. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Can I get 2 to start? Bar looks busy tonight... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript I like the idea of knowing what not to write about. Helps to make choices easier. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill More not to write: carnies, movies that mock hollywood, book/play adaptations you're not getting paid to adaptn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@jeannevb: @GREGBIELA a double is in order #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@JAEL488: @StarterScript @AndreaLMcNeill Why Native Americans? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript That's b*llshit. You can't tell people what NOT to write. Tomorrow those things are going to be the trend. True! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill things not 2 write: struggling writers/actors,epics,charity causes,native americans,superhero #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: Yes. RT @LisaGProsek: @StarterScript I like the idea of knowing what not to write about. Helps to make choices easier. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript That's b*llshit. You can't tell people what NOT to write. Tomorrow those things are going to be the trend. True! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@IngridElkner: That's funny. Almost every Australian film is about drug addiction and rape/incest. And we're sick of it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: NO SCRIPTS ABOUT CARNIES!?!? I don't want to live on this planet any more. :-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@StarterScript: @LisaGProsek focuses on what ideas TO write.3 CATEGORIES: ideas that work don't work or they work but not worth the time/energy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: WOO! RT @jeannevb: @GREGBIELA a double is in order #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@jeannevb: @AndreaLMcNeill hey... be respectful #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: @starterscript Why can't writers just write great, univeral stories that are cognizant of budget, regardless of experience? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @Screenwriter12: @starterscript Why can't writers just write great, univeral stories that are cognizant of budget, regardless of experience? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @PitchfestBob I gotta admit, now I WANT to write a movie about carnies... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@jeannevb: REMINDER of the #1 rule: LEAVE YOUR EGO AT THE DOOR! We are a community, not a pissing contest. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@StarterScript: @IngridElkner Interesting. As a consultant, my fav clients r australians. They are the most receptive to constructive criticism #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:15 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Screenwriter12 You can write whatever your heart desires. Just don't expect a busy agent to read it, rep it or anyone to buy it #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:15 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript Yep! Don't want to waste my time w/ no-win writing. Must focus on stuff that has better chance 2 get noticed. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@StarterScript: @IngridElkner So many professionals try scripts about carnies. They're very popular but never get sold. it's an amazing world! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: Write what you know. Write what's in your heart. F*ck the market. It's about characters, relationships and real life.Writethat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @StarterScript It's because we're so eager to resurrect our industry. We feel like we have to work our scripts that bit harder. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: You can write whatever your heart desires. Just dont expect a busy agent 2 read it, rep it or anyone 2 buy it #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@rebelshea: @jeannevb *psssst* I walked in late. What's the topic? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @LisaGProsek ideas TO write.3 CATEGORIES: ideas that work dont work or they work but not worth time/energy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript we have a few OZ writers who pop in from time to time. Love 'em #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@lisamondello: @starterscript So in other words, in the beginning we should stick with tried and true with a twist? n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill Hi Andrea--I only tell people what to write if they want to sell a script-or approach Hollywood with a script. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@Aschrei: @StarterScript How do I know if I've fallen in love with what I'm writing and when I should let it go? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @starterscript Are you coming across scripts about the wall street protests or a politically critique of economic issues? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@jeannevb: former HW exec @StarterScript. Pick his brain! RT @rebelshea: @jeannevb *psssst* I walked in late. Whats the topic? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@Scatoma: Strewnfields weekly chapter http://t.co/BkBMu2HV #amwriting #writing #bookbuzzr #scriptchat #fiction #novels #writers #reading #Books
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@Aschrei: RT @AndreaLMcNeill: Write what you know. Write what's in your heart. F*ck the market. It's about characters, relationships and real life.Writethat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@MBDymension: RT @IngridElkner: @StarterScript It's because we're so eager to resurrect our industry. We feel like we have to work our scripts that bit harder. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill I don't tell people what they CAN'T write. Just what they should focus on if they dont have an agent or manager #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @jeannevb No, I live here on Scriptchat. Greetings from Monday afternoon! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@StarterScript: @ConradSteeves Wall St-I do a lot of work for the producers of HBO's TOO BIG TO FAIL...and there will be more like that i'm sure #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:18 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript Is the idea of needing to get a reader's attention in the first ten pages true? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:18 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript can you lend some insight into agents? What to watch out for, etc? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill Hi Andrea--I only tell people what to write if they want to sell a script-or approach Hollywood with a script. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Aschrei Most pro writers don't spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. 3writing3rewriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@jeannevb: @IngridElkner *waves* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@lisamondello: @starterscript Is there any genres that producers are more excited about seeing? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: *Sticks epic about a Native American carny turned Hollywood Agent based on "The Great Gatsby" in a drawer.* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript can you lend some insight into agents? What to watch out for, etc? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: Hi Adam. What if we're writing piece that perhaps isn't super saleable, but stands as strong writing sample, esp. for mgr query? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@StarterScript: @rebelshea I have an ENTIRE chapter on getting the reader's attention in the first sequence. I call it the dynamic opening #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@jeannevb: @TinaKumley well, I have an epic period piece... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @PitchfestBob Well, if it's ala The Great Gatsby... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript *If* I'm only going to read ONE script this week, which do you recommend to learn the most from? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@StarterScript: @rebelshea Movies like XXX and BASIC INSTINCT grab you, establish the tone, rating, and VALUE of the movie you're gonna see. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @StarterScript: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @Aschrei pro writers dont spend years on 1 script... new script every 6 months at least. 3writing3rewriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt I don't believe in "writing samples". If you don't have a rep, write something they want to sell. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @tracinell I have 3 that need major rewrites. Taking a break from novels to get it done. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @rebelshea I have an ENTIRE chapter on getting readers attention in 1st sequence--"the dynamic opening" #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript I'll revise the question-Everyone should read 250 scripts that have sold to Hwd but not been produced. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: @Jamie_LD Go. Girl. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript write what an agent/producer can say "yes" to. My personal mantra. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:22 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @rebelshea XXX and BASIC INSTINCT grab you, establish tone, rating, and VALUE of the movie youre gonna see. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell insight into agents--today i would be focusing on getting a manager. they pick up new clients more often&getuagent #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: @StarterScript I understand. I guess it's confusing because the majority of specs end up being just that - writing samples, yes? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: Good mantra. RT @tracinell: @StarterScript write what an agent/producer can say "yes" to. My personal mantra. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: @StarterScript I write comedy and recent coverage says "funny enough to be successful" is being funny enough to get attention?n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months @ least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@StarterScript: On what to write--if u r passionate aboutan idea, write it. Just dont expct 2sell. And make sure your next script is marketable. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: @ScriptStarter Obviously I've worked hard and the script has a good plot and hits it's beats etcn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @tracinell insight into agents--focus on getting a manager. they pick up new clients more often&getuagent #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@TheHalstead: I find that if I spend more than 6 months on a script, it's too dense. There's too much in it to be absorbed in a 1 hour read. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Getting your hands on that many unproduced scripts is very difficult for most people. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Interesting (read sold but unproduced scripts). Thanks. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:25 am           



 
@MBDymension: What's the topic today folks? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:25 am           



 
@StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript:..if u r passionate aboutan idea, write it. Just dont expct 2sell. And make sure your next script is marketable #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript I remember reading of the advice: write what you love to express, put in drawer, write new script likely to sell #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@jeannevb: talking with former HW exec @StarterScript dishing dirt RT @MBDymension: Whats the topic today folks? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. Thats too much info youre bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:27 am           



 
@StarterScript: Also, read scripts from the last 10 years. screenwriting changes over time--that is, what's put on the page. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:27 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@jeannevb: my tweet chat is running slowly. Apologies #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt U R correct. most scripts end up as writing samples. after they didn't sell. 1st it has to go to market.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@JAEL488: @StarterScript - That's all I do... read scripts and write - great advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Also, read scripts from the last 10 years. screenwriting changes over time--that is, whats put on the page. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb it's probably the Grammy Awards slowing down the chats. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript great insight tonight, please sir, may I have some more? #notashamedtobeg ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@StarterScript: i also rec not to write movies as franchise starters. that limits the type of story u tell and 2 much effort goes into setup #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @tracinell: @StarterScript great insight tonight, please sir, may I have some more? #notashamedtobeg ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@rcosgrove: Director - what my friends think I do… (couldn't find one, so I made one) #scriptchat #filmchat http://t.co/WXWiNwyC
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@_iamryanmoore: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: i also rec not to write movies as franchise starters. limits the story u tell 2 much effort goes into setup #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@jeannevb: FYI on the bio page we posted of @STarterScript there's excerpt fr his book on the HW pass http://t.co/9zDURe67 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: RT @StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt U R correct. most scripts end up as writing samples. after they didn't sell. 1st it has to go to market.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: FYI on the bio page we posted of @STarterScript theres excerpt fr his book on the HW pass http://t.co/BZG66Iy8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript I've written an action script with a female lead. Is that likely to make it harder to sell? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript what do you think of screenwriting contests? Do execs pay any attn at all to that? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, 1 hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make sure your hero is an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Even in Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: I'm good there. RT @StarterScript: Until u write a script,1 hero only! ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the US! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD damn musicians #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@MonaLiNYC: @StarterScript I try to if possible, read the script while watching the film (if it's available). #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript: Biggest rec: Make sure your hero is an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Even in Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make sure hero is an EXPERT @ SOMETHING. In Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @rebelshea: @StarterScript Ive written an action script with a female lead. Is that likely to make it harder to sell? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Or go to Alberta to shoot. the indie film industry there is welcoming and great.RT @StarterScript: Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript what do you think of screenwriting contests? Do execs pay any attn at all to that? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@StarterScript: BIG RECOMMENDATION: Straight timeline. til u sold a movie, keep yours out of the blender. No 500 days of summer, pulp fiction #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@StarterScript: Also, if you haven't sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. They're for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript Keep a linear narrative #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@sfelt: "@jeannevb: my tweet chat is running slowly. Apologies #scriptchat" During the Grammy's?
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: BIG: Straight timeline. til u sold a movie, keep urs out of the blender. No 500 days of summer, pulp fiction #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: @TheWriteScript @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @IngridElkner: A good script I'll put it down for a minute, go, come back & try to press play on the DVD player, thinking I was WATCHING! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@jeannevb: cool RT @Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: Also, if you havent sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. Theyre for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@lm_lawrence: RT @IngridElkner: A good script I'll put it down for a minute, go, come back & try to press play on the DVD player, thinking I was WATCHING! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 Contests upset me because I have often read the scripts that place and I know they need real help from a consultant #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 Recentl client hired me and sent me his "Feedback" from 5 contests. The notes were garbage in every case. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript imagine the ones that didn't place #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@lindaleemeyer: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb So I guess some execs watch the contests. Of course we wasn't interested in them. I should have thrown mine in w/them #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: Also, if you havent sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. Theyre for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@lisamondello: THAT is cool! RT @Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @lisamondello Haha, I didn't believe it was him. So I did email and phone check. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: That high school line is from Adam's book, fyi. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD hahaha wtf were you thinking? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 They may look at contestwinners. Don't write "I was a quarterfinalist" in a query though. It's not a badge of honor #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: @JAEL488 Contests upset me because I have often read the scripts that place and I know they need real help from a consultant #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@IRLMorris: RT @TheWriteScript: @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@lisamondello: @Jamie_LD I think I would have too. But so cool! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @StarterScript Yet movies like Bridesmaids that needed a lot of script work still get mde. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Jamie_LD Reps more likely to follow contests then execs. if the script gets repped, the exec will get a look anyway. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell There's nothing wrong with writing a female lead as long as she's a senior in high school, in college, or under 40. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I was very surprised when Sonny contacted me. I was the president of a screenwriting chapter of RWA. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript Is it easier to sell a feature script if you can point to a well made short film based on your writing? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I'd rather spend money to have a good consultant tell me what to fix, then query managers, rather than contest #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@StarterScript: writing women under 40--they can be played by actresses over 40. Write a 40something guy it will be played by someone near 60:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Woohoo! I'll have to DVR it. #slaverybyanothername #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@jeannevb: @rebelshea I'm hanging on for the answer to that one! re: short film #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea Nope. Maybe it could help get you repped. There is a big difference between getting repped and selling a script... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@TheWriteScript: @jeannevb DVR set. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@JAEL488: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @StarterScript: @JAEL488 ...Don't write "I was a quarterfinalist" in a query though. It's not a badge of honor #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :) RT @StarterScript: @tracinell nothing wrong w/ writing female lead as long as < 40. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@lisamondello: Marking my calendar. RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea But it will only lead to opportunities for you to submit your already completed feature spec to agents and managers #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Can I get another round? :-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@Jamie_LD: I want to read that one. RT @tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :)... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@jeannevb: @GREGBIELA *pours* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@TheWriteScript: @tracinell Under 40 female, an expert and the fasionista bonus. Nailed it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@GREGBIELA: Ditto! RT @Jamie_LD: I want to read that one. RT @tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :)... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Keep the change... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@jeannevb: @StarterScript #1 rule re: biz side of a writer's career #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@MBDymension: Someone once said, "if you have a great story ,it will find its way." I don't remember his name LOL. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@StarterScript: @IngridElkner Bridesmaids got made because of judd apatow and kristin wiig. u can't read into the script they started with #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@tracinell: @Jamie_LD I'm a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make your hero an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Bridesmaids: KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@tracinell: me gots the skills. ;) RT @TheWriteScript: @tracinell Under 40 female, an expert and the fasionista bonus. Nailed it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@davanholt: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@lisamondello: So am I! RT @tracinell: @Jamie_LD Im a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@jeannevb: @tracinell I read that quickly as "i'm a condom addict" @Jamie_LD HAHAHA #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript - you filled my notepad with does and don'ts - great chat tonight #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@Jamie_LD: Me too. My protag is an expert in viticulture. RT @tracinell: @Jamie_LD I'm a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@lisamondello: @jeannevb LOL!!! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@GREGBIELA: Same here! RT @JAEL488: @StarterScript - you filled my notepad with does and donts - great chat tonight #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@whomadewhoprods: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@tracinell: @jeannevb Right. Isn't that what I said? ;) #toomuchinfo? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@StarterScript: btw, if i missed any questions, feel free to re-ask them #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@IngridElkner: @StarterScript It could have been such a better movie with more work on the script... I kept getting bored, a no-no for a comedy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@StarterScript: My book is split into two parts-1) what kinds of stories and heroes to write and 2) dealing with hollywood. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@TVWriterChat: Don't forget, we are discussing American Horror Story on #tvwriterchat at half past the hour. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@DutchDoscher: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@StarterScript: Question to ask a manager interested in repping u: What clients do you share with CAA, UTA, ICM, WME, Paradigm.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@jeannevb: fyi @StarterScript's book also has essential q's to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/ZXNw8kaX #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@madcowley: @starterscript can you recommend sources for unproduced scripts? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: My book is split into two parts-1) what kinds of stories and heroes to write and 2) dealing with hollywood. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I couldn't even get through the BRIDESMAIDS script. Hadn't seen the movie yet. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: fyi @StarterScripts book also has essential qs to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/4wJj1FFh #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb: fyi @StarterScripts book also has essential qs to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/0qOlvoKl #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD I haven't read the script. I'll go all crazy red pen on that thing! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@HBwriterMike: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@StarterScript: Rule in the book: page count counts. Ifur script comes in at 90 pgs andit's not a contained thriller, you may not have a movie.n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:49 am           




@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I wasn't impressed with BRIDESMAIDS at all. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:49 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Rule in book: page count counts. Ifur script is 90 pgs but not a contained thriller, may not have a movie. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@IngridElkner: @jeannevb @Jamie_LD You both make me cry with happiness. I'm not alone in the world! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@StarterScript: @madcowley I like TriggerStreetbut dont get too wrapped up in giving feedback to other unrepped writers.blind leading the blind. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@Screenwriter12: RT @jeannevb #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listingsn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner @jeannevb Haha. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb @Jamie_LD I didn't care for BRIDESMAIDS either. Thought it was just me. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@PitchfestBob: I liked BRIDESMAIDS, but I would also watch 2 hours of Maya Rudolph ordering Chinese food. She's the bomb, yo. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@OMGChrisMueller: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@jeannevb: Here's @StarterScript's website where u can learn more... well, maybe not "boxers or briefs" http://t.co/3srZF5gO #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@kim_garland: Same here. RT @jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I wasn't impressed with BRIDESMAIDS at all. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@tracinell: Really? Did not know... @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I like TriggerStreetbut dont get too wrapped up in giving feedback, blind leading the blind. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@StarterScript: Also, I have a whole section on "The free Option". One point: You keep the rewrites and don't allow renewals of the option #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: Here's @StarterScript's website where u can learn more... well, maybe not "boxers or briefs" http://t.co/3srZF5gO #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Also, I have a whole section on "The free Option". One point: You keep the rewrites and don't allow renewals of the option #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You've made this a great #scriptchat! Thanks for all the helpful hints. I'll be buying your book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@IngridElkner: @LisaGProsek @jeannevb @Jamie_LD Welcome, sister. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Q: Do thrillers have to be action packed to sell? Can it just be an intriguing story? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@tracinell: RT @LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You've made this a great #scriptchat! Thanks for all the helpful hints. I'll be buying your book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:54 am           




@LisaGProsek: @IngridElkner :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:54 am           




@rickbata: @StarterScript Excellent info tonight. Thanks so much! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@ConradSteeves: @Jamie_LD Good ?! I have a political thriller which is more than action with emphasis on character and narrative content. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Ah, interesting. I'd say SE7EN, but a different twist. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Aschrei: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@StarterScript: Tip: never offer a kickback. never say "i'll give you a cut if you help me sell my script". agents and managers take 10%. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@kim_garland: Agree, great job! RT @jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Silverwingscrpt: RT @StarterScript: Question to ask a manager interested in repping u: What clients do you share with CAA, UTA, ICM, WME, Paradigm.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Screenwriter12: Thanks for the chat, @jeannevb and @starterscript! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@GREGBIELA: @StarterScript Thnx for the chat tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/f7902VWG #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Managers aren't regulated as to their % are they? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@StarterScript: anyone else will refer you to an agent because they know it is doing a FAVOR to the agent. No compensation from you beats that #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb I'd like to buy a round for the bar for last call. ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD Yeah, well most of the action in Se7en is implied, so I guess so long as there's action, whether seen or unseen. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: anyone else will refer you to an agent because they know it is doing a FAVOR to the agent. No compensation from you beats that #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@StarterScript: keep your title page clean--1 contact number, one email addy. No fake production companies, blog address, multiple addresses #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner The only action in my script is a man being castrated without anesthesia. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@kim_garland: Cheers! RT @GREGBIELA: @jeannevb I'd like to buy a round for the bar for last call. ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: @Screenwriter12 glad you and @PitchfestBob made it! @starterscript #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript Seven #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: Date night? ;) RT @Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner The only action in my script is a man being castrated without anesthesia. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD I love this movie. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@StarterScript: @LisaGProsek Not true--Point Break/The Fast and the Furious...Oceans Eleven/Fast Five...Sea of Love/Basic Instinct #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@TheWriteScript: @GREGBIELA Thanks! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: LOVED that film! RT @rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: keep your title page clean--1 contact #, 1 email. No fake prod companies, blog address, multiple addresses #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/f7902VWG #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@Jamie_LD: Call is SEVEN meets HARD CANDY and you have a great film. RT @rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea I love Hard Candy! Only script I ever put down because i was disgusted by the topic, didnt know where it was going. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript If you put that script down, you might not like the one I'm rewriting at the moment. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You're right! I'll recalibrate my thoughts... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@marieszerobar: RT @elizabethkarr: :) rt @jeannevb If you haven't checked out @Stage32online yet, read this & see why its community rocks http://t.co/I6a0jMg8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@StarterScript: Brian Nelson's DEVIL was amazing-HARD Candy writer. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@Samuelnp032: @scriptchat Follow them they follow back #FF @KatyPerryisbest @LadyGagallday @bieberworldfun @NickiMinajrap
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@jeannevb: The bewitching hour is here. Thanks so much to @StarterScript for some great tips! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@Jamie_LD: Yes! RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@rebelshea: I'll have to look that up. Hard Candy was awesome. RT @StarterScript: Brian Nelson's DEVIL was amazing-HARD Candy writer. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@jeannevb: NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @scriptchat Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@lisamondello: Fantastic chat. Thanks for the info! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Thanks, Adam. Appreciate your comments tonight. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@StarterScript: @Jamie_LD Hopefully he deserves it. If we hate him enough, there's no limit to how far you can go. work is in the setup. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@IngridElkner: @StarterScript Thanks for an insightful chat! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@tracinell: @StarterScript thank you ever so for guesting #scriptchat, awesome night. *saved last cookie for you* :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript Thank you! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb Great chat! Thanks so much...as always! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@jeannevb: Also, next week Balls of Steel RETURNS to @scriptmag! http://t.co/7atjGjR8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript Thanks for quoting my book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@Jamie_LD: 30 minutes to #tvwriterchat We are discussing American Horror Story #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@jeannevb: @LisaGProsek love our #scriptchat community. Thx for joining us each week!
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@tracinell: follow him. for reals. #SS RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @jeannevb: Also, next week Balls of Steel RETURNS to @scriptmag! http://t.co/IdPs2Q4H #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@kim_garland: Yay, Doug! RT @jeannevb: NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@jeannevb: RT @Jamie_LD: 30 minutes to #tvwriterchat We are discussing American Horror Story #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@tracinell: Thanks @jeannevb and #treefort for another great night. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb I love the community, too! Great people! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@MonaLiNYC: "@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/krIGJKVg #scriptchat">Woot!
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@jeannevb: Thanks to all of you for joining us each week & keeping the chat's energy high and fun quotient even higher! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@jeannevb: @tracinell love finding you guys some good guests! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@scriptchat: RT @MonaLiNYC: "@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/krIGJKVg #scriptchat">Woot!
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@StarterScript: Interesting questions tonight! I may take some and expand them into actual columns with full sentencesn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@rebelshea: @StarterScript @jeannevb Thanks for the chat. Lots of good info. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@IngridElkner: Scriptchat group, renamed: 'Bridesmaids, Meh' #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@jeannevb: You are very welcome! RT @rebelshea: @StarterScript @jeannevb Thanks for the chat. Lots of good info. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@jeannevb: Yes! RT @StarterScript: Interesting questions tonight! I may take some and expand them into actual columns with full sentencesr #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Thanks for being our guest tonight. Great chat. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@LisaGProsek: That's great! :) RT @IngridElkner: Scriptchat group, renamed: Bridesmaids, MehI #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@jeannevb: @StarterScript I'll post the transcript in a little bit and send you the link. Thanks again, Adam. Great job! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           


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