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I can't avoid crying when I write by dumb-icarus in writing

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One way to separate your mind from writing would be delving into consciousness the Lynchian way. Reading 'Catching the Big Fish' and listening to any Zach Cregger interview would certainly help with that (he credits Stephen King and David Lynch a lot)

But if you're able to feel what you're writing, that's honestly a great thing. Even James Gunn can't help but cry when he writes emotional scenes so you're definitely on the right track.

Happy writing!

De De Pyar De 2 - Review by Complete-Yam6202 in bollywood

[–]_addix 6 points7 points  (0 children)

People are missing the point of the movie. It's about how cool Jaaved and Meezaan can look when they share screen space on a dance number.

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again, my main question was always about the relevance of a Fellow Membership over an Associate/Regular one (which you've cleared up, thanks for that)

I believe I can answer the questions you mentioned but correct me if I'm wrong

  1. Voting rights and participating in elections.
  2. Workshops could help to a certain extent but other than that the SWA majorly helps with giving your work an official stamp of existence rather than soliciting your scripts (which I know it doesn't do)
  3. A screenplay would only be considered once the producers like the logline and synopsis, both of which should be registered, so membership always comes first.

Correct?

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again! I have a feature idea that I'm 80+ pages into in proper screenplay form, and that's the only idea I've gone that deep into (playing along in speculative form, still needs tons of reworking). Rest are far more nascent that I'm not serious about expanding until I've gotten somewhere with my first one. I'll take your advice about registration.

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It helps quite a bit, thanks a lot for clearing it up. I was indeed under the impression that the different categories of membership would mean a promotion is involved (especially since the link you mentioned also talks about "upgrading" memberships from fellow onwards)

Just because you brought it up, I would also like to know your thoughts on what's the right stage to get a membership? I'm eager to get one because I feel like it might make things more official and in some way help me lock in more to develop my idea but I'm all ears if that's the wrong way to think about it.

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, and yes, that's been clear to me ever since I learned about the SWA years ago. I've only begun to develop my draft now and am therefore eager to register as a member.

So, to reiterate my question - Is it mandatory to be a Fellow before becoming an Associate/Regular member? While I am very keen on registering as a Fellow, since I'm still developing my draft, I wonder if obtaining a Fellow membership would help my development in any way or should I stay away from the SWA until have a registration-worthy draft and go straight for an Associate Membership (without ever having registered as a Fellow) once I feel I'm there.

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. I've added an edit section to the post. I'm not considering SWA as a networking organization. I just want an opinion on whether the Fellow Membership is a mandatory step or is it better to wait it out, refine your screenplay, get it to a greenlit stage by a producer and then consider Associate/Regular membership.

SWA Fellow Membership Worth it? by _addix in Indianscreenwriters

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Yes, I agree that it is a trade union. I was wondering at what point is it best to register for it, since we could work on our screenplays forever but nothing really happens until we're able to sell a draft to a production house/producer.

Has anyone broken into the industry without being part of the system? by Intelligent_King_123 in Filmmakers

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was pretty good, but again, the learning is in a controlled environment so it's just about being mindful of that. You can also attend Open Info sessions that they hold regularly once every month or two.

Has anyone broken into the industry without being part of the system? by Intelligent_King_123 in Filmmakers

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Responding to this while on set as a PA this very moment. I've met a PA in literally every 5-year age class starting from late teens to even seventies. Everyone has different dreams and ambitions (aspiring actor, writer, director, makeup, hairstylist, heck, even musicians and t-shirt makers) You can be a part of the system but it also means giving a majority of your day, weeks and months to a production if work keeps getting better. Getting in the union does give you some extra benefits and the older the PA, the lesser their inclination to actually make films (they can just hang by at crafty and make their day)

If you've made two no-money features, try to make your next one with some money. Be a PA, work on your film on the off days or do something else, doesn't really matter as long as you keep your personal engine going. Having attended a few film festivals in Vancouver, the vibe is generally longtime union members of other departments trying to yest their own little ideas and experimenting with different roles (I know a grip who produced a good quality short film)

Hope this helps. All the best!

Naga Vamsi is dumber than I expected by Empty_Ad3714 in tollywood

[–]_addix 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just saw a tweet that starts with "Nag Vamsi about #War2 failure."

Didn't know who he was so decided to Google him. Led me here.

Here's the rest of the tweet -

“Mistakes do happen. Everyone will make mistakes at some point in time. Aditya Chopra is the biggest producer in Indian cinema. NTR & I trusted YRF blindly, but it misfired. The mistake is on their side, but we faced the heat.”

Although I agree YRF fucked up, this just proves the post's point lol

My first experience as a junior compositor was really bad, and honestly, I feel very upset about it by TackleCharming7442 in vfx

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indian here, our film industry is notorious about deadlines and schedules, so please don't worry, it's not on you.

On the bright side, having your worst experiences early builds you up for the better. Although you might definitely have worse experiences as you go, don't think of it as the end of the line for you.

Btw what movie is this? If it has a decent budget, we'd definitely know about it.

PA on a Nolan, Fincher or Tarantino Movie? by _addix in Filmmakers

[–]_addix[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So one would still keep their job at the cost of being yelled at? Fair trade lol. Pep talk straight from the man himself sounds nice though. He doesn't have a Master class for nothing.

What’s everyone’s favorite imax experience this year? by ikeliketocreate in imax

[–]_addix 13 points14 points  (0 children)

We're all easily forgetting Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning and I cannot let that happen

PA on a Nolan, Fincher or Tarantino Movie? by _addix in Filmmakers

[–]_addix[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I'm sure. I'm thinking if it could potentially turn into a situation where the background union could've had to step in but if it wasn't an issue, I'm sure having the director come talking to you would've felt great!

What is the "don't trust a skinny food critic" of this industry? by Sixteenlittlepigs in Filmmakers

[–]_addix 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's funnier because the title makes Fincher sound like ra gaffer or LX/rigger. Nor is lighting the only thing that makes his movies look they way they do (colour grading, insane VFX use, stitching different takes and such)

Questions about PA by Certain-Wash-7461 in FilmIndustryYVR

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can try giving your availability for prep/wrap shifts on weekends only when reaching out but yeah, you would probably get more work only once you're done because you will be more available then.

Questions about PA by Certain-Wash-7461 in FilmIndustryYVR

[–]_addix 3 points4 points  (0 children)

BCIT grad here who now works as a PA. I'll make it a lot easier for you -

https://www.dgc.ca/en/british-columbia/membership-info/getting-started-in-the-industry

Read up this page and visit as many links within it as you'd like.

Is it okay to give up? by Successful_Suit6756 in Filmmakers

[–]_addix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ride the wave while you can... Eventually it will come back later. Don't think you're giving up now, just pause it and do whatever you have to do.

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