Screenwriting : “Fantasy–Thriller Trilogy in the Works… Am I Ready to Knock on Agents’ Doors?” by Lokakshith Roy

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I would finish the first script, rewrite, polish, rewrite and rewrite again.

Thanks for the suggestion mate..:)

just curious, how many drafts has part 1 been through?

5+ drafts and counting. It began as one film, but the story quickly proved it deserved a trilogy — it’s bigger, deeper, and more powerful that way.

Here's what I suggest, Lokakshith Roy:

– Make sure Part 1 is strong

– Register Part 1 with the Copyright Office in your country if you haven't already, but you might not need to register scripts in your country

– Get feedback on Part 1 (www.stage32.com/scriptservices)

– Make pitch material for Part 1, like a logline, synopsis, treatment, and pitch deck

– Post Part 1 on your Stage 32 profile. Producers search profiles for projects. Click the gear symbol in the top right-hand corner and select “Edit profile” in the drop-down menu. Scroll down to “Loglines” and click “Add/edit loglines” to the right of “Loglines.” You can also post your script on your profile this way: www.stage32.com/loglines (near the top where it says “Add a Logline”)

– Network/build relationships

– Write other scripts to build up your portfolio (write other scripts instead of Parts 2 and 3 because if Part 1 doesn't do well in theaters/on streaming -- I hope it does! -- there probably won't be a Part 2 and 3)

– Pitch Part 1 and your other scripts (www.stage32.com/scriptservices/pitch-sessions)

– Enter screenwriting contests (www.stage32.com/scriptservices/contests)

Does part one work as a standalone film?

I agree mostly with Maurice. Copyright it, share it with trusted friends. Not so sure about contests.

The scope of this story is far too big for a single film. Condensing it would strip away the essence and emotional depth — it truly needs the trilogy format to be executed properly

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I did consider shaping it as a series, but the scale of emotions — the highs, the adrenaline, the goosebumps — simply can’t be captured that way. This story demands a cinematic experience. Stretching it into a series would only dilute its impact

Would love to share some concept art with you guys soon.. thanks for the support. (⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)

Coming to copyrights.. took copyright for entire story instead of scripts.. will register them once complete..

You're welcome, Lokakshith Roy. Looking forward to seeing the concept art!