I was an intern on a film years ago, and I recently contacted the writer/director to ask if he would read my script and give me advice on how to improve it. He said yes, which I'm thrilled about, and asked if I wanted him to sign an NDA. Would you recommend an NDA? What does that involve?
Screenwriting : Nda? by Jennifer Harrington-Snell
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No. An NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) means that a director in the industry cannot evangelise the screenplay for you. This director, no matter how good your work is, cannot tell anyone.
Imagine he meets a studio executive, not some low level person with a great job title. A real person that can green light a project. This person says they are looking for a screenplay just like yours. The director cannot say a thing.
I know this is a small chance if not impossible. But that is what an NDA does. It turns your work into a secret.
You are protected by copyright. An NDA isn’t need in my opinion.
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Craig D Griffiths has a great point, Jennifer Harrington-Snell. I've signed NDAs, but I don't ask directors and producers to sign them.
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Just a "submission release form" will do.
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I agree with the sentiments in here - ignore the NDA and back yourself!
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Thanks for the advice, everyone!