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Yes, as long as it does not interfere with the film. Revenues are very tight for theater owners. They need the money.

Ads are always shown in movie theaters already...? Every movie I see there are ads and movie trailers shown before the featured film. It's annoying, sure, but I have no problem with theater owners -- especially locally-owned small theaters -- doing what's necessary to stay in business. Streaming has been disruptive.

Great Linda!! Congrats!!! Hope your read my book/script THE BRONX KID!!

Hi Linda, Ireland based here. Like titles of your works... I reckon your musical has themes similar to my own. Would be happy to connect with you :)

Nice to see you here, and glad you're seeking your passion. Our client, Craig Clyde, just completed a successful musical run in NYC for A Wall Apart. Keep writing. All the best, BABZ

Very impressive. Your enthusiasm and creative momentum is infectious, I like it. Congratulations.

Welcome aboard Linda

Hello Jon! Great to e-meet you. Can I please ask you if the audiobooks were recorded binaurally? Thanks so much and break a leg on Tuesday!

Nice to meet you Jon

Hi Jon, welcome!

Welcome aboard Jon!

that is silly-- asking for NDA, lawyer help or sending first 10 pages only.

I've heard never to ask them to sign an NDA. It's automatically saying you don't trust them. It's cheaper for them to option your work than it is to reproduce it or get into a legal battle. Unless they steal the script word for word , there is nothing you can do about it anyway. You can't really copyright an idea, just the content, structure, and plot. Send yourself a copy via email to prove it existed at a certain date, and/or register with the Guild or Library of Congress. I think they're only $40.

i think registering your script with the WGAW would be sufficient. Don't need to do the NDA.

If you want to register it then do so with the U.S. Copyright office.

- DON'T use WGA registration, it's a waste of money.
- DON'T ask anyone to sign an NDA, they'll simply ignore it and your script.
- DON'T consult with an Entertainment Attorney for a simple read request.
- DON'T send a treatment or the first 10 pages if you receive a read request.

if you receive a read request, say thank you and send your damn script.

S.N., assuming you are already well aware of the person to whom you are sending your screenplay, and have had prior conversations or interactions with that person, just send a simple email with a pdf attached. Title your email: "Requested Script - Blah Blah Blah by S.N. Lemoing." Then in the email... thank them for their time and consideration. And if appropriate... say you look forward to their thoughts, or briefly add any other thoughts, comments or information that's relevant to their request and/or relevant to your prior interactions—perhaps logline? Etc. That's it. Then you wait. If there's no response wait 3 weeks before "checking in" by sending a very polite email. Then wait some more. Lol! :)

As far as an NDA — do not send one or insist they sign one. More than likely, the exec may have you sign a release form of some kind.

And just to clarify... you do not "apply" for copyright. You already have automatic, immediate protections under "copyright" as the creator/writer of a "fixed" work, i.e., a screenplay. You may certainly register a claim of copyright by registering with the LOC—a good thing to do; registering gives you stronger legal standing should you ever need one in a court of law, which is rare. A single simple registration costs $35. And you do not need to put registration information on your title page because copyright is well known and well understood by those in the industry. The time to get more specific and involve a lawyer is if/when an option or purchase is on the table. Hope that helps! Good luck! ;)

Connect with me, then message me to fill you in.

How about using a banner ad on websites that are popular with filmmakers? Place links to your books on the landing page and make sure to include "can't resist" hooks.

Do you accept adapting movie/film scripts at this time?

I have a movie/film (manu)script, titled, ''The Success Story''



Below are the following details Genre: Family, drama, aspirational


Synopsis

Greg is the best of all students in his department---The department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Perth. However, he looks forward to a time when he ''answer his calling''...a successful writer. Fortunately, the time comes when his secret aspiration is ignited...His visit to his friend's place, Harp's residence. Greg's transition from being a really ''fulfilment-absent'' young man to a fulfilled author begins to emerge. Though Greg is faced with discouragement, finding a publisher, he becomes the success he presently is with the support of his family, especially his sister, Jane, Head of Department, Dr Tim Yale and friend, Harp.

Summary Greg makes the journey to being a success. The thick and thin of his journey is The Success Story


Status: Complete

Though i have the ''better-improved version'' of the work, i would like you to visit the link at https://studios.amazon.com/projects/142273?
ref_=pe_1786600_135336080 to know better.


I need help in terms of production (adaptation to movies), distribution and marketing. Also, i would like to know if it is something you can produce.





Your response will be appreciated
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Do you accept adapting movie/film scripts at this time?

I have a movie/film (manu)script, titled, ''The Success Story''



Below are the following details Genre: Family, drama, aspirational


Synopsis

Greg is the best of all students in his department---The department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Perth. However, he looks forward to a time when he ''answer his calling''...a successful writer. Fortunately, the time comes when his secret aspiration is ignited...His visit to his friend's place, Harp's residence. Greg's transition from being a really ''fulfilment-absent'' young man to a fulfilled author begins to emerge. Though Greg is faced with discouragement, finding a publisher, he becomes the success he presently is with the support of his family, especially his sister, Jane, Head of Department, Dr Tim Yale and friend, Harp.

Summary Greg makes the journey to being a success. The thick and thin of his journey is The Success Story


Status: Complete

Though i have the ''better-improved version'' of the work, i would like you to visit the link at https://studios.amazon.com/projects/142273?
ref_=pe_1786600_135336080 to know better.


I need help in terms of production (adaptation to movies), distribution and marketing. Also, i would like to know if it is something you can produce.





Your response will be appreciated

Jonathon, thanks....sharing the love.....

Hi Jonathon! Whatcha working on?

Thanks Jonathon!

Welcome Jonathon!

What about Cameroonians writers?

How did you get contact from weinstein or sony

I have a movie/film (manu)script, titled, ''The Success Story''



Below are the following details Genre: Family, drama, aspirational


Synopsis

Greg is the best of all students in his department---The department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Perth. However, he looks forward to a time when he ''answer his calling''...a successful writer. Fortunately, the time comes when his secret aspiration is ignited...His visit to his friend's place, Harp's residence. Greg's transition from being a really ''fulfilment-absent'' young man to a fulfilled author begins to emerge. Though Greg is faced with discouragement, finding a publisher, he becomes the success he presently is with the support of his family, especially his sister, Jane, Head of Department, Dr Tim Yale and friend, Harp.

Summary Greg makes the journey to being a success. The thick and thin of his journey is The Success Story


Status: Complete

Though i have the ''better-improved version'' of the work, i would like you to visit the link at https://studios.amazon.com/projects/142273?
ref_=pe_1786600_135336080 to know better.


I need help in terms of production (adaptation to movies), distribution and marketing. Also, i would like to know if it is something you can produce.





Your response will be appreciated
I have a movie/film (manu)script, titled, ''The Success Story''



Below are the following details Genre: Family, drama, aspirational


Synopsis

Greg is the best of all students in his department---The department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Perth. However, he looks forward to a time when he ''answer his calling''...a successful writer. Fortunately, the time comes when his secret aspiration is ignited...His visit to his friend's place, Harp's residence. Greg's transition from being a really ''fulfilment-absent'' young man to a fulfilled author begins to emerge. Though Greg is faced with discouragement, finding a publisher, he becomes the success he presently is with the support of his family, especially his sister, Jane, Head of Department, Dr Tim Yale and friend, Harp.

Summary Greg makes the journey to being a success. The thick and thin of his journey is The Success Story


Status: Complete

Though i have the ''better-improved version'' of the work, i would like you to visit the link at https://studios.amazon.com/projects/142273?
ref_=pe_1786600_135336080 to know better.


I need help in terms of production (adaptation to movies), distribution and marketing. Also, i would like to know if it is something you can produce.





Your response will be appreciated

Good evening Jon! Great to hear about your new project! If you need any film scoring or singles please let me know! All the best! Truly Rachel
www.rachelwalkertrio.com

Good luck Jon!

Niche movie with big players involved. A24 distribution. Ratpac Ent funded. Franco starrin and directing.

folks with track records get to play with niche projects. So my advice to aspiring Writers- go make your own movies, build a track record and then ask for money to make a niche movie.

Absolutely one of my all-time favorites. That and "Birdemic: Shock and Terror". Both of them by SF Bay Area director/writers. Go figure.

I remember watching a review for this years ago, I thought it looked like a hilarious watch, I forgot about until now.

Welcome Erin

Welcome Erin! I haven't been to film school but I am eager to learn everything aswell

Hi erin

Hey Erin! Congrats! I am always up for collaborating.

Welcome Erin!

Glad to hear you are determined! #Focus #ShineBright

Thank you!

If you're looking for syndication, you might want to reach out to Shout! Factory TV or Get TV. They handle classic TV material. It's probably too obscure with very little subscriber-boost for services like Netflix or Hulu, who are mostly interested in newer content or very well known brands that improve their subscription base. I know that there are companies like Stadium Media who have That Girl and Danny Thomas material on their streaming service with ad content, but that company doesn't really generate much traffic.
The other option, which may be more directly lucrative is to consider putting it up yourself on your own YouTube channel with ads or iTunes and Amazon streaming for minimal fees. It takes time to cultivate viewers, but at least you're not being gouged by a third party distributor.
Good luck with it. 100 episodes is a lot of content and should interest somebody.

I sent you a message and request. I have a couple ideas for you, depending on what you're looking for.

Welcome!

I like your showreel.

Welcome!

Welcome aboard Andrea