Hello Jelica and welcome to my STAFE 32 network. Always something going on here and encourage you to take part in as many programs that STAGE 323 has to offer. Please keep in touch and let us know how you are doing in SERBIA.
Hello Jelica and welcome to my STAFE 32 network. Always something going on here and encourage you to take part in as many programs that STAGE 323 has to offer. Please keep in touch and let us know how you are doing in SERBIA.
Zero Gravity responded to my query and asked me to send them the script. Does anyone have experience with them? How long does it take them to respond and what can I expect?
They are very big Jelica Zdravković
After looking at some of the comments you might want to think twice Jelica Zdravković and use the writers room here to promote your creations. Just a thought.
They asked for two of my scripts and I never heard back from them. That's usually the same story I hear from other people. I don't know anyone who they have actually signed.
This pitch went better than the last one, but I'm a bit confused. Less is more, I keep reading. It's stated in the pitch summary here before purchasing.
My latest was a one-page with logline, and structured in three acts. The idea is to reveal the world, main characters, and story.
My latest feedbac...
Expand postThis pitch went better than the last one, but I'm a bit confused. Less is more, I keep reading. It's stated in the pitch summary here before purchasing.
My latest was a one-page with logline, and structured in three acts. The idea is to reveal the world, main characters, and story.
My latest feedback encourages me to tell more. More about other food truckers, more about ex-wife, and more about daughter. More about the Son's reasoning for working the food truck, instead of going off to become a nurse. More specifics about main character.
How can anyone provide the detail they are encouraging in 1-2 pages? Am I wrong to feel discouraged? I mean, you want to find out more, read the pilot! Better yet, tell me you want a pitch deck vs. a page or two!
I'd happily provide as much information as possible, I just thought the idea was to leave them wanting to know more.
I like your pitch, Adam Brandt. It’s entertaining and you did a great job describing the characters, story, and obstacles. Here are some suggestions:
#1) Use the extra space at the bottom of both pages...
Expand commentI like your pitch, Adam Brandt. It’s entertaining and you did a great job describing the characters, story, and obstacles. Here are some suggestions:
#1) Use the extra space at the bottom of both pages for something. That’s a lot of room. I suggest using that room to add more to your pitch.
#2) Mention the tone of the series.
#3) Add a comma after “Dixie-Mae” (1st page, 6th paragraph)
#4) On the 1st page, 6th paragraph, it says, “She took Dixie-Mae 21, after Sr. decided to buy Jr. Bitcoin for his 13th birthday.” That’s a strange reason for a mom to take her daughter from her dad. I suggest explaining that a little more.
#5) You mention that Elsa operates a dessert truck twice in the pitch (1st page, paragraphs 5 and 7).
#6) On the 2nd page, 5th paragraph, add a comma before “not expecting to stay.”
#7) Briefly talk about the future seasons at the end of the 2nd page.
#8) Maybe end the pitch with something entertaining, like you did with “Damn, queasy stomach!” on the 1st page, 4th paragraph.
"Corn-Dog Ken.” Haha
Maurice Vaughan you always come through with some of the best advice! Fixed and found a way to squeeze in a couple more paragraphs. Thanks friend!
You're welcome, Adam Brandt. Ok, great!
Hello, any and all feedback would be appreciated.
Here are 4 versions:
Instead of finally getting a job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious underground maze.
During the celebration of a much anticipated job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious...
Expand postHello, any and all feedback would be appreciated.
Here are 4 versions:
Instead of finally getting a job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious underground maze.
During the celebration of a much anticipated job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious underground maze.
During the celebration of a much anticipated job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious underground maze. He must confront his boss, whose company’s activities go way deeper than the public perception.
During the celebration of a much anticipated job promotion, a body guard is thrown inside a deadly and mysterious underground maze. Tormented by physical and psychological pressure, he discovers that his company is way more sinister than advertised.
He's trapped. I already changed it for that word.
Third one is most complete.
Thanks Kiril Maksimoski
As Craig says. Or said in a slightly different way:
There is just too little story to judge about, first page or not. There simply isn't enough context yet. Pro or amateur judging this page, that doesn...
Expand commentAs Craig says. Or said in a slightly different way:
There is just too little story to judge about, first page or not. There simply isn't enough context yet. Pro or amateur judging this page, that doesn't even matter. Could be great, I just don't know. The only thing I can say is that I would cut the "ing" form.
Try not to stress over every little thing, at least not yet. You'll make a lot of drafts anyway.
If you set up the place correctly and have developed characters, the dialogue will come on its own.
Instead of "Jasper loves every moment of it", It's better to describe his action like how he express that he is enjoying. keep writing. All the best!
Interested in hearing from screenwriters who have a full day to devote to the craft - how many hours a day do you actually spend writing? Maybe it's because I'm on "the wrong side of 40" but I find it hard to spend more than 4 hours a day on solid writing.
Interested to hear about other people's output!
Michael - 3-4 scripts a year is pretty good output. Why is it you feel you need to write more than that?
I write everyday, but how much time varies. It can be a hour or two or a whole day if things are rolling for me.
May the New Year bring all Writers new inspiration, plenty of time to craft it, and lots of Rewards and Recognition. Best to you all!
Merry Christmas everyone!
I hope the next year brings us happiness and many work opportunities.
I just posted a longline for my newest feature. Please check it out, if you have time.
I am very proud of it. It's my third project. It's getting serious...
Second news, I also decided to try writing a bo...
Expand postMerry Christmas everyone!
I hope the next year brings us happiness and many work opportunities.
I just posted a longline for my newest feature. Please check it out, if you have time.
I am very proud of it. It's my third project. It's getting serious...
Second news, I also decided to try writing a book. I've written two chapters for now and it has been really emotional, but also so enjoyable for me.
If you have any advice I'd like to hear it.
Hope everyone has a great holiday season!
Go forth and conquer!
I hope you had a great Christmas, Jelica Zdravković. Hope 2024 brings us happiness and many work opportunities too. Best to you on writing your book. I suggest checking out the Authoring & Playwriting...
Expand commentI hope you had a great Christmas, Jelica Zdravković. Hope 2024 brings us happiness and many work opportunities too. Best to you on writing your book. I suggest checking out the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge for tips and resources (www.stage32.com/lounge/playwriting). I'm about to check out your logline.
A pantomime who kidnaps a child is a very good and creepy concept. Good job.
A 7-year-old boy gets kidnapped by a pantomimist girl who suffers from PTSD. As the police have no clue what happened, a psychotic former criminal will try to understand the pantomimist's mind to find a boy and get a payback for his years spent in prison.
Unique concept, Jelica Zdravković. I think your logline needs a little work. Here's a logline suggestion: "When a pantomimist girl who suffers from PTSD kidnaps a boy and police can't find him, a psychotic ex-criminal tries to understand the pantomimist's mind to find the boy and get payback for his years spent in prison."
Also, is the ex-criminal trying to get payback on a little girl? Or do you mean a young woman? I know some people mean "young woman" when they say "girl."
If you mean "young woman," my logline suggestion is "When a pantomimist young woman who suffers from PTSD kidnaps a boy and police can't find him, a psychotic ex-criminal tries to understand the pantomimist's mind to find the boy and get payback for his years spent in prison."
Or this logline: "When a female pantomimist who suffers from PTSD kidnaps a boy and police can't find him, a psychotic ex-criminal tries to understand the pantomimist's mind to find the boy and get payback for his years spent in prison."
Thank you Maurice Vaughan !
She is described as character in her 20s, but her style and choice of clothes is pretty childish so people think she is a young teenager, that’s why I refer to her as a “girl”. Also because of her PTSD she had never really grow and acts like a child.
But I like the idea of referring to her just like a “female” it seems closer. Thanks for the tip!
You're welcome, Jelica Zdravković. Ok, so maybe use "female pantomimist" or "childish pantomimist." I like "childish pantomimist." I think it would really make your logline stand out.
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OOPS! TYPO there. I meant STAGE 32 network.