Screenwriting

Andy Byrne Great advice and congrats on moving to being in development.

I like that idea, Andy Byrne. Thanks for sharing it. "The Commonstate" sounds intriguing. Congratulations on being in development! Can't wait to see it!

Yeah, I have converted all eleven of my feature spec scripts into novellas this year. It's certainly helped me artistically.

Great idea! Thanks.

Thanks Maurice Vaughan This sounds like a great read.

You're welcome, Daniel Husbands. It's a must-read.

Sadly, no.

I've written several that freaked me out, but never in a good way.

Vice was one of the most terrifying scripts because of howm uch of it happened!

Every script I've written that I've found my Character's voice and the wonderful moments when I can write through thier VOICE freaks me out!

It is the best creativity and sometimes the most difficult to story edit because it grabs structure by the balls and drags the bull to it's knees. Then the structure can be replaced with the motivations of an authentic CHARACTER.

Most writers never get to experience this, allow it to happen, nor admit to it...

No. Books neither. It’s hard to be “scared” purely with writing. Horror movies rely on a lot of psychology using jump scares, ambient music, sound effects and other techniques to open up the central nervous system to fear. It’s difficult, but not impossible, to accomplish that with writing alone.

Dewayne Edwards TV or Film?

Some places to start:

https://www.wgfoundation.org/fellowship-writing-programs-for-screenwriters-masterlist

Some more and probably a few repeats:

https://lauridonahue.com/resources/a-curated-list-of-the-most-worthwhile...

Ah, yes...now I remember. There's nothing like good music to help you remember the fun times...and let go of the rest.

I’m finally able to comment! Had some troubles with my account but it’s all cleared away and working!

I submitted my screenplay THE DEEP DARK. This screenplay is certainly a little piece of me and a dark story (haha, no pun intended) at that. This film was an exploration of my own experiences and trauma left untouched that can be felt through my eyes. It explores lost time, fighting depression/traumatic thoughts and feelings, and giving into trauma and depression. Selena’s character dives into how scary, confusing, and frustrating, yet addicting and enticing giving into depression and trauma can be. And how it can truly turn you into a creature of the night.

Cassandra Slough Kudos to you for being so brave and to get all of that not only onto paper but in a compelling narrative that can even educate instead of just entertain. I'm sure your piece is in good hands.

Hey guys, I submitted my pilot, Club Paradise, based on my time working in a strip club. Set in the 90s it follows an ex-exotic dancer and grieving mother as she struggles to run the city's hottest strip club, with the expectation of owning it. But when the owner's inexperienced nephew takes possession, she must fight to maintain her reign and protect her staff while battling external forces and inner demons.

My hopes are for it to be a cinematic, rock n roll love letter to women, mothers, friendship and the 90s.

I submitted my feature STETSON tagline: it 's not just my hat it's the code I live by.

Its a neo-Western drama with tears.

I submitted my pilot for In the Shadows of November.

Hi Matthew, I have a Completed Screenplay adapting my published 8-book Dan Marlowe/ Hampton Beach, NH crime series into an hour-long pilot or Feature. I also have a completed pilot for a thalf-hour Dramedy about my True Stroke Journey, titled, "A Stroke of Luck". Think MASH. I will say making a sale in LaLa Land makes getting books published look like Easy Street! But all we can do is--"Keep On Trucking." Good Luck & Best, Jed.

Shawn Day That's why I'm working to make connections with people that share the same objectives. Even if I can't get my own project done I would love to help on someone else's. I'm looking to volunteer my hours to gain some experience within the industry. Even while I'm trying to make connections here I've been making connections with professionals through inviting them to sit for my podcast.

Jed Power I love to write, both novels and screenplays. I will always work towards my goals. I will never give up. It just feels a shame that the only thing holding me back is finances. Can't do anything if you don't have the funds.

I hear you, Matthew. I am Disabled and Destitute. I can't afford the cheapest contest, so obviously, I am desperate for sale/option or any type of writing gig.

Jed Power "Birds of a feather flock to together, so do pigs and swine. Rats and mice may have their chance as will I have mine" - Simon, Jeromy Irons, Die Hard: With a Vengeance

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Thanks for sharing this great blog, Maurice Vaughan - highlighting it for my network.

You're welcome, Sam Sokolow. Ok, sounds great!

You're welcome, Abi Baumann. Introduce Yourself Weekend is still going on. It's Friday through Monday. Monday is included for anyone who didn’t have a chance to introduce/reintroduce themselves Fri-Sun.

M LaVoie I love writing have done since I was a child. My biggest regret in life, is not pursuing my screenwriting when I was strongly advised to do so at college when I was 17. Working on my two scripts building the worlds that come from them is one of my joys and they are starting to become storylines I’m proud of. I know that I have come into the career very late in life and that as I said at the start of this post is my biggest regret. I most likely should give up but lockdown and some personal life situations made me reevaluate my life and it’s now I want to at least try.

I appreciate what you are saying about breaking into a very saturated and in some cases damaged industry is the most stupidest thing I have ever attempted. But hopefully it will be worth trying. I suppose at the moment apart from writing as much as I can I just feel like I don’t have anything to show for it. No industry contacts, or industry work experience and that is a concern for me. It probably shouldn’t be but it is.

Rachel Troche I’m do love what I’m doing so

far . I suppose there is a guilt aspect, feeling like I’m not doing enough. That writing everyday isn’t enough. That I should be doing more and no knowing what that more should be or how or what to get to that more .

I have no clue if that’s makes sense?

M LaVoie I love writing have done since I was a child. My biggest regret in life, is not pursuing my screenwriting when I was strongly advised to do so at college when I was 17. Working on my two scripts building the worlds that come from them is one of my joys and they are starting to become storylines I’m proud of. I know that I have come into the career very late in life and that as I said at the start of this post is my biggest regret. I most likely should give up but lockdown and some personal life situations made me reevaluate my life and it’s now I want to at least try.

Pat Alexander thank you , your reply pretty much sums up what I want to do. But I’m just not sure how is the right way to go about it.

I live in a remote area, (don’t get me wrong I’m prepared to travel ). But I very much doubt there are many is any one to actually network with. I have been using other industry websites and social media looking for events or networking situations. I’m even signed up to a company that takes on freelance assistants and runners for on set filming. In my surrounding area. Something another writer suggested to me. The company are just waiting for a project to put me on.

Hey, Michael Joseph. Have you thought about getting feedback through Stage 32 (www.stage32.com/scriptservices)?

You did great with the first part of your logline ("While traveling across the country with her ailing father, a troubled young woman entrenched in a life of killing"), but I think the second part is vague ("undergoes an unexpected shift when she crosses paths with a charismatic stranger at their latest stop"). I suggest changing the second part to the story goal and the stakes.

Hey Maurice Vaughan thanks for the feedback I see what you mean I'll make those changes.

You're welcome, Michael Joseph.

The script services page here can help.

Hi Michael Joseph, fellow upcoming screenwriter here. I would love to have a look at it