Showing posts with label screenwriting contests. Show all posts
Showing posts with label screenwriting contests. Show all posts

Sunday, April 25, 2021

#Scriptchat Transcript: Screenwriter Brian T. Arnold

We blew off the Oscars tonight to talk with Brian T. Arnold @briantarnold—who won two categories in Script Pipeline's First Look Project last season—and we have no regrets. Brian generously shared advice on writing, career, and even the value of improv. Enjoy! @jeannevb

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Sunday, June 30, 2019

#Scriptchat Transcript: Steven DeBose @Steven_DeBose, Director of Script Competitions at Austin Film Festival @austinfilmfest

We had a blast tonight talking screenwriting contests and navigating AFF with Steven DeBose @Steven_DeBose, Director of Script Competitions at Austin Film Festival @austinfilmfest!

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Thursday, June 27, 2019

#Scritpchat Guest: Steven DeBose, Director of Script Competitions at Austin Film Festival


Join us Sunday at 5pm PT at this site, to discuss 
screenwriting contests, and the Austin Film Festival, too! 


We are fans of screenwriting contests and excited to have Steven DeBose @Steven_DeBose, Director of Script Competitions at Austin Film Festival @austinfilmfest as our guest on #scriptchat Sunday, June 30th!

Did you know AFF has new contests? They're extending the deadline to July 5th so our #scriptchat writers can participate!

Check them out:

Fiction Podcast Script Competition:

"We’re thrilled for the return of the Fiction Podcast Script Competition, which leverages our legacy of championing storytelling to launch writers into the emerging world of podcasts. We look forward to connecting audiences with incredible new stories, as well as connecting writers with a medium that offers incredible access to audiences and limitless opportunities to launch new stories."


Digital Series Competition:

"The climate of storytelling is changing. Scripts are no longer bound to the confines of a feature length movie or 42 minute television episode. With the emergence of online content platforms, digital series, webisodes, and everything else you can find on the world wide web, barriers have been broken and the doors are wide open for new media and innovative formats. And with more opportunity comes more talent and more stories ready to be celebrated."

Submit to the contests here!
FINAL DEADLINE JULY 5th!



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Sunday, January 29, 2017

#Scriptchat Transcript: Guest Academy Nicholl Fellow Anthony Grieco @SwimCharlieSwim

Academy Nicholl Fellow Anthony Grieco @SwimCharlieSwim, also co-author of Pocket Screenwriting Guide @PktScreenGD, joined the #scriptchat crew to talk contests, career advice and more... and there were cats. Enjoy!

Read the transcript below or on the Storify site.

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Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:16:01

#Scriptchat Transcript: Guest Academy Nicholl Fellow Anthony Grieco @SwimCharlieSwim

Academy Nicholl Fellow Anthony Grieco, also co-author of Pocket Screenwriting Guide @PktScreenGD, joined the #scriptchat crew to talk contests, career advice and more... and there were cats. Enjoy!

  1. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    Time for #scriptchat with guest @SwimCharlieSwim (story consultant, Academy Nicholl Fellow. Co-author @PktScreenGD)!
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:00
  2. scriptchat
    #scriptchat@scriptchat
    IT’S #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK w/ @SwimCharlieSwim 2015 Academy Nicholl Fellow. Co-author Pocket Screenwriting Guide @zacsanford moderating
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:01
  3. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    I love that I've gotten back into this, Normally I've been scheduled to work on Sundays. Thank God for slow Januarys. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:11
  4. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    Hello everyone. Hope your year is off to a wonderful start. Please welcome our guest @SwimCharlieSwim. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:12
  5. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    Now if I could get more pages done #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:16
  6. Al_1701
    David A. Youngquist@Al_1701
    Hello all you happy people. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:19
  7. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Hey guys, great to be here! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:27
  8. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @zacsanford Hi, Zac! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:28
  9. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Ready when you are. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:31
  10. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    While we await our guest to arrive, how is everyone doing? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:32
  11. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Thanks so much for being here, Anthony! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:40
  12. Al_1701
    David A. Youngquist@Al_1701
    I'm doing okay. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:48
  13. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    Ah, Anthony is already here. @SwimCharlieSwim, why not tell our chatters a little about yourself. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:00:51
  14. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim @SarahAlexis4 @Al_1701 Hey guys! Hey Anthony! *waves* Welcome aboard! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:01:03
  15. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    I've been writing screenplays for about 12 years. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:01:19
  16. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Worked at The Writer's Store and as a consultant as well. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:01:38
  17. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Last year, I won the Nicholl Fellowship for my script Best Sellers. An overnight success 12 years in the making! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:02:00
  18. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Also, I love cats. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:02:24
  19. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim Congrats on winning one of the coveted Nicholl spots. A huge accomplishment. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:02:36
  20. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    Thanks! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:02:58
  21. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Congrats Anthony! Awesome! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:02:59
  22. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: Since you toiled around for all those years, what advice would you give to not give up? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:03:10
  23. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    You have to be in love with writing; you have to love words. At some point you have to realize you're doing it for yourself. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:03:41
  24. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Hi gang, hey Zac, hi Anthony... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:03:49
  25. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely Hi! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:04:02
  26. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim Hey Kriss! *waves* Welcome! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:04:16
  27. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim So had you entered many contests before? And how did you previously do? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:04:55
  28. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    And everyone else, feel free to jump in at any time with questions. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:22
  29. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: What are some biggest missteps you think writers should be aware of w/ their scripts? Craft or otherwise. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:22
  30. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @filmwritr4 hey Chris! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:26
  31. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    I'd entered the Nicholl 2 years earlier with a different script and didn't even make the quarterfinals. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:26
  32. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: How can you best manage writing time when you're busy with other work? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:27
  33. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    That script, ironically, went on to be optioned. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:44
  34. NikiLeydecker
    Niki Leydecker@NikiLeydecker
    12 Tips for Writing a Spec TV Pilot Script via @lightsfilmschool #writingtips #scriptchat  https://www.lightsfilmschool.com/blog/12-tips-for-writing-a-spec-tv-pilot-script …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:05:50
  35. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: To add to that, how often should you spend reading scripts, aside from time writing? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:06:21
  36. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 Set time aside every day to write. Find out if you're a morning or evening person. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:06:28
  37. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    So... we have a Nicholl fellow with us tonight? Awesome. Q: Does winning get you an invite to the Playboy Mansion? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:06:45
  38. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely Hey Kriss! Great to see you here! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:06:47
  39. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    I try to read at least 2 professionally written scripts each week. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:06:51
  40. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely Only if Playboy options the script :) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:07:11
  41. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: It can take some time to develop one's voice, any thoughts/pointers on this aspect of the writing? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:07:31
  42. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 Your voice is your attitude towards life. If something isn't bothering you about the world, your voice hasn't... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:08:22
  43. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @SwimCharlieSwim @chasinglamely Has Playboy even made a movie since Caligula? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:08:29
  44. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 ...fully developed yet. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:08:35
  45. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: Any tips on improving dialogue through subtext? Do you try to focus on character intentions w/dialogue? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:08:42
  46. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim shame. I always struggle to find motivation to enter Nicholl, but I really want to swim in the lagoon! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:09:16
  47. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 The less your characters have to say, the better. Think about behavior. What objects are in the room that best... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:10:00
  48. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @blueneumann @SwimCharlieSwim many, but they're mostly in special interest stores... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:10:04
  49. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 ...express what a character is thinking or feeling. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:10:13
  50. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 I call this "the axe in the room." #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:10:29
  51. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    Q: What was your biggest obstacle to overcome with your own writing? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:10:45
  52. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann Probably coming to the realization that your characters existed before you wrote page 1. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:11:31
  53. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim That's a very interesting way of looking at it. I might try that sometime. Thanks so much! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:11:43
  54. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann That's still a challenge. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:11:44
  55. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: What's your process generally like? Do you outline extensively? Index cards? Vomit draft? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:12:05
  56. Al_1701
    David A. Youngquist@Al_1701
    @SwimCharlieSwim @blueneumann And will continue to exist after the last word (unless they're killed off). #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:12:26
  57. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @SwimCharlieSwim With your main characters? Or just the periphery ones? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:12:33
  58. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 I don't outline extensively. I basically outline pivotal story beats: inciting incident, the lock-in, the pinch... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:13:13
  59. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: How do you develop your characters and storylines? Do you come up with backstories? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:13:22
  60. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @SwimCharlieSwim How were you creating them? Were you doing character or story first? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:13:28
  61. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 ...the midpoint, "all is lost," "whiff of death," etc. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:13:31
  62. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann Specifically the main character. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:14:03
  63. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 All I really need to look into is the character's scar. That's the primary back story. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:14:44
  64. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwinCharlieSwim Q: If you had to pick one scene, in one script, that you've read and wished you'd written, what would it be? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:14:54
  65. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann Character first. There is no story until you know the character's problem with the world. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:15:15
  66. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Would that be an incident or mistake from the past? Someone who haunts him? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:15:37
  67. Subscribe to THE SCRIPT Podcast today! For filmmakers by filmmakers. https://t.co/5GWhqAKzJA #scriptchat #writing https://t.co/86cFGhi61O
    Subscribe to THE SCRIPT Podcast today! For filmmakers by filmmakers.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJHI4T9fSm6OvTLZyd1em_Q … #scriptchat #writing pic.twitter.com/86cFGhi61O
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    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:15:43
  68. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely The scene from Jaws when Quint tells the story of the USS Indianapolis. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:15:47
  69. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim @chasinglamely Awesome scene. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:16:05
  70. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 It could be any of the above. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:16:06
  71. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim What steps did you take to improve as a writer between the non-finish and the Nicholl win? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:16:21
  72. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim incredible answer. Truly one of the best. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:16:55
  73. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: How many scripts should you work on at a time? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:17:04
  74. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford Being able to track a character's attitude throughout the script is something takes time to develop. Like a muscle. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:17:11
  75. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 One feature, one pilot is my maximum. Some people are more prolific, but it doesn't improve my quality of work. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:17:48
  76. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: And from your experience, how often should you wait until getting feedback, then the rewrite? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:17:57
  77. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    @SwimCharlieSwim When you say take time to write everyday, what sort of writing? Anything specific? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:18:17
  78. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Totally understand that. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:18:24
  79. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    If your question is missed, please give it a moment before asking it again. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:18:24
  80. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 I belong to a writers' group, so my feedback is constant. However, ideally have 3 professionals review your work. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:19:13
  81. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Q: Have you ever found that there's a gap between the genre you'd like to write and your ability to do it? How do you bridge it? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:19:44
  82. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @charlie_gandez Always screenwriting although I'm starting to consider writing a book. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:19:45
  83. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Awesome. I'm in one too. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:20:24
  84. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely I believe genre is related to tone. I simply adjust the tone. Also, all stories are love stories ultimately. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:20:28
  85. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: What do you like to do to fuel your creativity? Where do you tend to draw inspiration from for new ideas? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:20:59
  86. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    #scriptchat hi zac
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:21:01
  87. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim By professionals, would you recommend other writers or paying someone to look at it? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:21:28
  88. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 Reading; I'm always reading at least 1 fiction and 1 non-fiction at a time, plus endless movie reading/watching. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:21:38
  89. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 The odd museum trip helps too. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:21:48
  90. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim I live in a town without a writers group (that allows screenwriters) - they're quite snobby here! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:21:59
  91. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill Hello Andrea. Hope you're well. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:22:11
  92. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SwimCharlieSwim Both as long as you believe they are both credible and vetted. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:22:23
  93. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @chasinglamely @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim We should totally have our own #screenwriting writers' group #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:22:25
  94. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim @chasinglamely LOL! I guess that means they don't take movie/TV writing as "real" writing... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:22:51
  95. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim that's true, I suppose! I always struggled to write horror, but I guess that's just too dark a tone for me! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:23:47
  96. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: How do you approach rewrites? Do you take various passes w/ specific focuses? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:23:48
  97. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim @chasinglamely Like if you can't just pick it up and read it, or if it's not a best selling book... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:23:57
  98. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 I usually wait to get the same note 3x, then I know it's a problem that needs to be addressed and rewrite. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:24:27
  99. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @blueneumann @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim That would be cool. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:24:35
  100. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    All good zac. You? Hope you're great #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:24:38
  101. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim They literally told me that. They were fine with me when I was 'just a poet' in their eyes though! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:24:57
  102. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @AndreaLMcNeill Hey Andrea! *waves* Great to have you here! Welcome! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:25:30
  103. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim Haha! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:25:49
  104. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: Do you have any favorite scripts you think all screenwriters should read to study the craft? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:25:59
  105. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @SwimCharlieSwim who do you send it out to, to get those notes? Only people in the industry or others? Friends, family? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:25:59
  106. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @AndreaLMcNeill My writers' group, my wife (who used to be an agent), and my reps. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:26:38
  107. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @zacsanford thought you were moderating this #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:26:42
  108. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @blueneumann @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim It's not out of the question; my blog has a writers' forum built in that's unused... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:26:59
  109. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @SwimCharlieSwim Yeah, I was told you send it to everyone and anyone who'll read for you. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:27:14
  110. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill I am, but as long as Qs are being asked, I try to step back and let others have theirs answered. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:27:18
  111. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @charlie_gandez @SwimCharlieSwim Hey Charlie! *waves* Welcome! Great to see you here too! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:27:27
  112. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @zacsanford understood. :) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:27:44
  113. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford @AndreaLMcNeill I would definitely only send it to people who are familiar with the medium. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:27:59
  114. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @blueneumann @SwimCharlieSwim Interesting. Hopefully, it'll get some usage. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:28:25
  115. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Q: I'm going to be in LA in a few months... any workshops you'd recommend I look out for? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:28:36
  116. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim What advice would you give someone to capitalize off their award/fellowship wins/placement? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:28:48
  117. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely Maybe Writer's Boot Camp, and see what The Writer's Store has on the docket. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:29:25
  118. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford If you don't have representation, that should be the first order of business. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:29:56
  119. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim thanks! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:30:05
  120. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim What, in your opinion, are some of the best written TV shows (past/present) that writers should study? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:30:29
  121. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford You'll get a ton of meetings if it's a high-profile award; few if any will lead to a job though. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:30:31
  122. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, Friday Night Lights, Veep, anything by Norman Lear. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:31:07
  123. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Norman Lear is incredible. I did read the Breaking Bad pilot episode for my writers' group a while back. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:32:26
  124. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim I found this earlier; it's a good starting point:  http://www.wga.org/writers-room/101-best-lists/101-best-written-tv-series/list … #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:32:34
  125. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: With each script, what are you noticing about the way your writing has evolved? In content and style/craft. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:32:46
  126. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    @SwimCharlieSwim How do you go about getting representation? When do you know to starting looking? How? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:33:30
  127. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 There are fewer words on the page but the words that are there (hopefully) have more impact. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:33:34
  128. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @charlie_gandez Write something you love, write it well, and representation will find you. It probably won't be your 1st script. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:34:23
  129. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @chasinglamely @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim Is that just a list of the best written shows or are the scripts also available? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:34:39
  130. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim Thanks so much Kriss. Some great ones on that list. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:34:54
  131. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Q: Do you ever look at your first script to remind you how far you've come? I found mine the other day and cringed! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:34:55
  132. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely Yes, same exact reaction. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:35:17
  133. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @AndreaLMcNeill @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim It's the WGA list of the 100 best written TV shows. Scripts available for most. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:35:42
  134. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @charlie_gandez BTW, I know that sounds cliched, but the longer I'm around this industry the more the cliches prove true. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:35:54
  135. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @AndreaLMcNeill @filmwritr4 @SwimCharlieSwim you'll find scripts for most out there with a quick Google #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:36:03
  136. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill best link for TV scripts:  https://sites.google.com/site/tvwriting/  #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:36:39
  137. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    Special thank you to all those people who converted movie scripts into .TXT files back in the 90s #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:36:45
  138. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @blueneumann Haha! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:37:35
  139. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @filmwritr4 @blueneumann (tab tab tab tab tab) CHARACTER. (return, tab tab tab tab) Dialogue... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:38:07
  140. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: What are some common pointers you often find yourself giving in your role as a story consultant? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:38:23
  141. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @filmwritr4 How many scripts did I type like that? Did all of us? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:38:25
  142. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @AndreaLMcNeill @SwimCharlieSwim @zacsanford Really hope that the link helps! Enjoy reading! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:38:42
  143. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill features are harder to find. But most award scripts can be found online. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:38:58
  144. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    @SwimCharlieSwim Totally understandable! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:10
  145. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 Getting into a scene late and getting out early; a scene must either be a fight, a negotiation, or a seduction. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:11
  146. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @zacsanford agreed #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:27
  147. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @blueneumann @chasinglamely Hahaha! Me too. I still remember having to print out scripts back then. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:27
  148. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @blueneumann I was actually responsible for a few of those... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:29
  149. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @chasinglamely I might have downloaded/read them! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:39:45
  150. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 Also, emotional tracking is really important. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:40:05
  151. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: If you find yourself stuck in a scene, do you have any exercises/tricks to help find your way forward? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:40:31
  152. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @blueneumann @chasinglamely No wonder I didn't spend a lot of time reading scripts in the '00s. Tablets were inconceivable. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:40:57
  153. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill And since you live in LA you can go to the WGA Library and read tons of feature and TV scripts for free. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:41:11
  154. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @AndreaLMcNeill the internet is an amazing resource, too; I've found that if I see something I want to read... (1/2) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:41:15
  155. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 I go back to the very simple "What does my character want?" Most writers lose sight of that at 1 point or another. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:41:22
  156. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim What advice would you have for writers doing the water bottle tour? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:41:46
  157. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 Also, I'm a big fan of Mamet's 4 rules: who's my lead character, what does s/he want, what if s/he doesn't get it #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:42:27
  158. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 ...and "why now?" This applies to the entire story, but it can also pertain to each scene. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:42:50
  159. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @AndreaLMcNeill ...oftentimes, the writer will send you a copy if you contact them and ask nicely. (2/2) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:42:50
  160. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford Be polite, be agreeable, but only accept the jobs that pay. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:43:33
  161. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim Here's hoping someone isn't taking writing gigs that don't pay when they don't own the underlying story. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:44:06
  162. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim @zacsanford Which is also pretty solid life advice in general... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:44:18
  163. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim what is the water bottle tour? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:44:36
  164. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford If you are going to accept a job that doesn't pay, make sure that it's a dream job & you can find your voice in it. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:44:50
  165. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    15 minutes left with our guest @SwimCharlieSwim -- get those questions in. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:44:55
  166. Seth Rogen (co-writer of Superbad) & Will Reiser (50/50) give advice to screenwriters: https://t.co/cqd9IduTGk #filmmaking #film #scriptchat https://t.co/w1jxC9fuLi
    Seth Rogen (co-writer of Superbad) & Will Reiser (50/50) give advice to screenwriters:  http://bit.ly/2keWG5V  #filmmaking #film #scriptchat pic.twitter.com/w1jxC9fuLi
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    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:45:10
  167. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @chasinglamely @zacsanford yeah, not doing that #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:45:11
  168. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @AndreaLMcNeill "water bottle tour" = general meetings all around town after winning Nicholl or having a hot spec/sample. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:45:19
  169. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Not going to lie, I've done it. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:45:21
  170. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @AndreaLMcNeill @zacsanford It's basically meetings with executives after you get a new rep, win a contest, or have a hot spec. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:45:39
  171. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford Yes. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:46:17
  172. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    Q: Any advice for someone who gets stuck at the turn/spiral (shit goes bad-all is lost) moments when they write? My weak spot #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:46:23
  173. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Q: What's your thoughts on web series? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:46:27
  174. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann Your character needs to have an epiphany that drags him/her out of that moment; the epiphany is usually rooted in #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:06
  175. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    @SwimCharlieSwim How did getting a Nicholl fellowship accelerate things for you? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:08
  176. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: When you read a script what makes you eager to keep turning pages and keeps you engaged? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:10
  177. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @AndreaLMcNeill @zacsanford why not? I got an incredible mentor because I asked for a script he wrote. Nothing to lose! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:22
  178. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @blueneumann ...the lesson the impact character has taught him/her, which is ultimately the theme of your story. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:31
  179. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: Ephiphany is good, but things going wrong... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:47:44
  180. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 If you can get paid to tell a story you love, do it. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:48:01
  181. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @AndreaLMcNeill @zacsanford Awesome! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:48:10
  182. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @SwimCharlieSwim I just read re: The Princess Bride that most of your story comes in one flash, that part never comes up then #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:48:12
  183. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @filmwritr4 If it's your own script, by all means, it's an avenue that's been successful for other writers. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:48:29
  184. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @filmwritr4 I've seen more directors get notice off of webseries than the writers. Which is a shame. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:48:40
  185. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @JLalliWriter I got in more rooms; I got a new agent; and I charge more for consultations ;) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:49:07
  186. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Thanks so much, Anthony. I'm working on one, or attempting to, right now. Maybe one day I'll earn money for it #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:49:44
  187. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Q: What's the one prjct you'd love to get off the ground that nobody else "gets"? Seems to me that every writer has one... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:49:50
  188. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 A character that I can emotionally identify with and writing that makes me wonder what happens next. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:49:57
  189. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @SwimCharlieSwim @JLalliWriter did you know the business well before you won the Nicholl's? Important to understand business #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:50:08
  190. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely I wrote a script that Clint Eastwood wants to produce but no studio wants to fund. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:50:48
  191. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @chasinglamely It's a cautionary tale involving 9/11. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:51:05
  192. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford Wow. I had no idea that was even happening. Actors who create their own shows get attention, but hard to believe... #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:51:06
  193. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford ...that writers of such shows aren't getting noticed. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:51:36
  194. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @AndreaLMcNeill @JLalliWriter Yes, I think I did, but I certainly understand it better now, and it's constantly evolving. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:51:40
  195. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @filmwritr4 Happened to a couple writers I know. And myself. Then again, maybe my writing wasn't strong enough. :) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:51:44
  196. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    Alas I only made it as far as the semifinals. It did give me validation, & more respect among writers in the biz #scriptchat  https://twitter.com/andrealmcneill/status/825883764681228290 …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:03
  197. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @filmwritr4 @zacsanford I think b/c people see actors/directors as usable resources for their own projects. Parts. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:25
  198. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford @filmwritr4 It does seem that creator/stars get the most lift off of web series. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:29
  199. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @SwimCharlieSwim I know I have spent too much time honing the craft and not enough learning the biz. At UCLA now in a great clas #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:36
  200. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford I hope I can improve mine, as well as the production quality. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:40
  201. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @filmwritr4 @zacsanford I'll straight up admit I keep thinking "I could use that/him/her somewhere" #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:41
  202. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim seems bizarre. Right topic, right guy... I guess even the perfect package doesn't always sell. #Hollyweird #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:52:53
  203. blueneumann
    Chris Neumann@blueneumann
    @chasinglamely Okay, slightly off topic, that last bit totally gave me an idea for a movie #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:53:28
  204. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim No one wanted Arrival, and now it's an Oscar nominated film. "No One Knows Anything." #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:53:34
  205. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford @chasinglamely Yep. #truth #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:53:52
  206. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @blueneumann @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim I don't even star in my web series. I write/create/co-produce. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:54:25
  207. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @chasinglamely @SwimCharlieSwim No one wanted #MadMen until AMC decided to rebrand and launched their network. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:54:57
  208. wcmartell
    William C. Martell@wcmartell
    F5: Get Amazon Gift Cards? Screenwriting & Writing Books!  http://sex-in-a-sub.blogspot.com/2016/12/e-books-make-great-stocking-suffers-for.html … #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:55:05
  209. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    When you truly love a project, it'll never die. It's just finding the right team at the right time to make it a reality. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:55:23
  210. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Q: Any words of advice for those working on scripts they'd like to submit for the upcoming Nicholl fellowship? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:55:26
  211. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford Hopefully your writing will get even stronger, and that you'll get more opportunities to show your talents. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:55:33
  212. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @filmwritr4 Well the series is now being developed into a feature. Working on financing now. I feel it's my best piece yet. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:56:05
  213. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Yep. A few years ago, I was pitching a silent movie. "Nobody will watch a silent film." Guess what? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:56:19
  214. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 To be blunt, it really helps if it's a drama (though moments of levity are welcome). #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:56:31
  215. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @zacsanford Awesome. Best of luck, and success, with it. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:56:38
  216. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @chasinglamely @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Exactly! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:56:49
  217. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim literally eighteen months later, The Artist happened. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:57:05
  218. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @SarahAlexis4 That said, anything well-executed and character-driven stands a chance. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:57:17
  219. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    Drama always tops. RT @SwimCharlieSwim: To be blunt, it really helps if it's a drama (though moments of levity are welcome). #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:57:21
  220. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    @zacsanford @filmwritr4 Good luck Zac! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:57:28
  221. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim seriously depends on the producer you want... imho #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:57:59
  222. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    And for those who were at the last chat with me, your books are coming this week. Promise!!! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:58:06
  223. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    Any last questions for Anthony?? Get that in for the last chance. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:58:25
  224. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    @SwimCharlieSwim Is it better to enter Nicholl early or later in the competition, or does it not matter? IMO, early = better #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:58:41
  225. jeannevb
    Jeanne V Bowerman@jeannevb
    No #scriptchat on Feb 5th. Enjoy the #SuperBowl!
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:01
  226. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @zacsanford @SwimCharlieSwim Don't mention Mad Men. It made me watch Good Girls Revolt. And now I'm hoping for a cable pickup. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:08
  227. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @JLalliWriter I entered with 4 hours left til the deadline...not sure it matters much. But I didn't save any $ doing it that way #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:21
  228. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    A big thanks to @SwimCharlieSwim for joining us this evening. Give him a follow. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:39
  229. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    Really enjoyed being here with you guys, as always. Thanks to @SwimCharlieSwim for taking the time to answer our questions! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:40
  230. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    @SwimCharlieSwim Thank you so much for joining us and fielding our questions! You did great. All the best with your writing! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:46
  231. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    @SwimCharlieSwim Any specific writing exercises you suggest? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:46
  232. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    Drama and based on a true story, IMO. #scriptchat  https://twitter.com/swimcharlieswim/status/825885370315370496 …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:47
  233. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @SwimCharlieSwim @JLalliWriter Legit contests it won't matter when you submit, other than costing you a little more. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 01:59:59
  234. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    See you in 2 weeks! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:00:02
  235. KathieJuengling
    Kathie Juengling@KathieJuengling
    Thanks for joining us and imparting wisdom tonight, @SwinCharlieSwim. I appreciate your time. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:00:16
  236. AndreaLMcNeill
    Andrea McNeill@AndreaLMcNeill
    @filmwritr4 if it's based on a true story you need a release. Just learned that in my class, or the rights. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:00:31
  237. SwimCharlieSwim
    Anthony Grieco@SwimCharlieSwim
    @zacsanford Thanks so much for having me! This was a lot of fun. You can DM me if you have any other questions. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:00:33
  238. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    Thanks Anthony. Great job! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:00:45
  239. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    Enjoy the Super Ads next week. We'll be here again on the 12th. Have a great rest of the night and get to those pages! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:04
  240. Al_1701
    David A. Youngquist@Al_1701
    *blows a kiss* Goodnight Everybody. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:07
  241. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    Ah, there goes my early theory. Yeah, butt those late entry fees are getting pricey. #scriptchat  https://twitter.com/swimcharlieswim/status/825886084370464770 …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:13
  242. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @SwimCharlieSwim @zacsanford Really enjoyed speaking with you and everyone here! Awesome job! Thanks for being with us! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:23
  243. charlie_gandez
    Charlie Gandez@charlie_gandez
    Thank you for taking time and answering our questions and passing your knowledge to us @SwimCharlieSwim I really appreciate it! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:33
  244. SarahAlexis4
    Sarah Newman@SarahAlexis4
    And for more insights here's a great interview from @GoIntoTheStory with @SwimCharlieSwim:  https://gointothestory.blcklst.com/interview-anthony-grieco-2015-nicholl-winner-b90ec0164e7c#.nj9po2sdg … #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:38
  245. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @Al_1701 *blows a kiss back* Good night! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:01:46
  246. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @JLalliWriter Smaller contests matter to be early, that way readers aren't overloaded/behind/over it. :) #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:02:09
  247. filmwritr4
    Chris Hadley@filmwritr4
    @AndreaLMcNeill I see. Thanks so much for the info! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:02:16
  248. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    I have a theory about readers giving a slower, more in depth read early rather than rushing reads as deadline approaches #scriptchat  https://twitter.com/zacsanford/status/825886244269867008 …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:02:57
  249. chasinglamely
    Kriss Sprules@chasinglamely
    @SwimCharlieSwim @zacsanford you're going to follow us all back? Brave! #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:03:22
  250. JLalliWriter
    Joanne Lalli@JLalliWriter
    Good point about the number of readers vs number of scripts. #scriptchat  https://twitter.com/zacsanford/status/825886789617455104 …
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:04:06
  251. KathieJuengling
    Kathie Juengling@KathieJuengling
    @AndreaLMcNeill @filmwritr4 Any info on the requirements if it's based on something that happened to u but others were involved? #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:05:11
  252. zacsanford
    Zac Sanford@zacsanford
    @KathieJuengling Shoot me a PM with deets on FB and I'll let you know if anything is needed on a release. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:06:43
  253. KathieJuengling
    Kathie Juengling@KathieJuengling
    @zacsanford @KathieJuengling Will do. #scriptchat
    Mon, Jan 30 2017 02:07:19
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