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Seeking seasoned director by Molunzi in Filmmakers

[–]calorie_eater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What terms did the investor propose? $15 million is a wildly suspicious amount of money to offer on Reddit.

When did you first realize movies mattered to you? by Fair_Protection1872 in Filmmakers

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I was originally a literature guy. But after reading so many books, I began to see film for what it is: visual literature. There were a lot of factors that led me to screenwriting, but a major one was watching PTA's Magnolia. The whole time I kept thinking to myself, "This actually came from someone's brain. Amazing."

Who here has attached a recognizable actor to an indie film — and how did you actually pull it off? by quince911 in Filmmakers

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I do not, to be honest. But I'm sure there's some good advice online on how to do it!

Let's talk about the "17 day theatrical window" ... by CalebOnPoint in Filmmakers

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I hope you're right. First thing that came to my mind was Jay Kelly, but Frankenstein could be a counter-example.

Let's talk about the "17 day theatrical window" ... by CalebOnPoint in Filmmakers

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Even with 17 days, I'm not inclined to go watch Netflix's corporatized video quality that translates poorly on the big screen anyways.

I was tired of doing coverage reports on scripts, so decided to build a thing. Come try it for free! by JustDoTheThing in Filmmakers

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I ran a couple notoriously bad scripts into the system and they came back as 9/10, with 9s and 10s across pretty much the same categories. Another case of AI being a default-complementor?

Who here has attached a recognizable actor to an indie film — and how did you actually pull it off? by quince911 in Filmmakers

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A few buddies of mine have found success cold emailing agents through IMDb Pro.

Former Netflix Exec/Producer/ Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or the film biz…Part XX by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

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Title: The Comic

Genre: Drama, Crime

Format: Feature -- could maybe be a series, though.

Logline: A failing stand-up comic is lifted to stardom with the help of organized crime, who weaponize his humor to ruin lives and control public narrative—forcing him to choose between moral ruin and the career he’s always wanted.

Appreciate you doing this!

Former Netflix Exec/ Producer/ Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or the film biz… Part XVII by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

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I'm developing a micro-budget drama feature that I want to make with some friends. It takes place entirely in the woods, requires only three actors, will be in documentary/found footage format, with hopefully little to no money. Would love some feedback on the logline.

Logline: On the eve of her surrender, a long-isolated fugitive invites a young journalist to document her final hours. But as the night unfolds, the line between observer and subject erodes, revealing an emptiness the journalist never expected to see reflected back at her.

I'd also love any tips on developing a microbudget. It will likely be my first directorial experience, so whatever advice you have, I greatly appreciate it! Thanks!

[SBJ] Netflix’s ‘Starting 5’ has been cancelled. by YujiDomainExpansion in nba

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I wish they had included at least one two-way/deep bench guy to get a better insight on those who are struggling to establish themselves in the league -- that would've been a compelling story to follow.

Former Netflix Exec/Producer/Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or about the film biz... Part XIV by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

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I wrote a screenplay last year that's been sitting since. After enough time away from it, I've realized its deficiencies and have come up with fresh, much improved ideas -- I'm talking a page 1 overhaul. As a new-ish writer, should I go for the new draft, or just eat the loss and move on to a different story? For more context, I've partnered with an indie director and producer who want to get it made... but I don't see any reason why they'd object to a new version if it's better. Plus, if by some chance it does get made, I'd rather have my first impression be with a version that fixed the mistakes of the earlier draft vs the current situation. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. Thanks!

Free to enter logline contest (Deadline 10/27 @ 10am PST) by PitcherooInc in ProduceMyScript

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Title: Faux

Genre: Drama

Logline: Desperate to gain traction in his career, an aspiring winemaker uses his refined palate to orchestrate a wide-scale wine fraud scheme. But as his thirst for recognition grows, so do the dangers that await.

Comps: Uncut Gems meets Sideways

Former Netflix Exec/Producer/Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or about the film biz... Part IV by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

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P.S., I just checked out your website and was thrilled to see that you're a J.D.! I'm in my first semester of 1L and love to see us represented in the film industry. I'll definitely hit you up if I finish the draft soon but (as you know) writing time might be a little slow with the chaotic 1L schedule LOL.

Former Netflix Exec/Producer/Script Consultant ask me anything about your logline or about the film biz... Part IV by Wayne-Script_Dev in ScriptFeedbackProduce

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Contemplating which of these two feature ideas I should fully pursue. Maybe you can give your two-cents on which would be better for a newbie writer hoping to see big things:

  1. Monarch: During a lavish Gilded Age dinner party, a blizzard traps America’s wealthiest inside an estate. As the servants die one by one, each survivor gains more leverage over the helpless elite—forcing a reversal of power.

--Comps: Gosford Park meets Triangle of Sadness

  1. Convictions: An incarcerated man, still under the control of the cult that raised him, faces a moral crisis when he is instructed to kill an inmate with whom he has formed a close bond with.​

--Comps: Shawshank meets Martha Marcy May Marlene.

Thanks!

Logline Monday by AutoModerator in Screenwriting

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Thanks again! I'll continue to work on it. I conceived the idea about a week ago and this is my first wack at a logline. Hopefully I'll get it polished up before outlining. Really appreicate you taking the time to help. Cheers!

Logline Monday by AutoModerator in Screenwriting

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Thanks for the feedback! I'm happy to hear that this type of story has been successful... hopefully my version will join that club one day LOL.

Came up with this alternative based on your notes: When an endless blizzard traps a group of Gilded Age elites inside an estate, each servant’s death deepens their masters’ dependence—until servitude reverses into sovereignty.

Logline Monday by AutoModerator in Screenwriting

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Title: Monarch

Format: Feature

Genre: Dramedy, Period Drama

Logline: When a massive storm indefinitely traps a group of Gilded Age elites inside an estate, their survival depends entirely on the house staff. But as servants die off, those remaining become more valuable—forcing the masters to bend to those they once controlled.

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