When working on an original script, how often do you change the title through or after the writing process? I know the title is as crucial as the writing itself and I was just curious as to how many different titles other writers go through before settling on the right one.
oh sorry yes I can never make up my mind.
I write novels and screenplays and the title is always a hard one. I think you have to boil it down to a single element that tells the whole reason the story exists. Then understand that some second p...
Expand commentI write novels and screenplays and the title is always a hard one. I think you have to boil it down to a single element that tells the whole reason the story exists. Then understand that some second producer who doesnt understand it will change it and by that time its to late for you do do anything..
For me the story is the title, so I usually stick with it until Fade Out... then it might change. I have a script that began as a story about people who worked the graveyard shift, and the title refle...
Expand commentFor me the story is the title, so I usually stick with it until Fade Out... then it might change. I have a script that began as a story about people who worked the graveyard shift, and the title reflected that. In rewrites the story came out of the darkness and the title didn't fit anymore. But usually the title is the story... and stays until the producer changes it.
I've never been able to nail a title right out of the gate. I always use a working title and hope that a more poignant title emerges as I write.
Hey Tommy, the title and Logline are critical as it is the first thing a potential Producer reads. If it doesn't appeal to him then he may not read further so I can understand your desire to get it ri...
Expand commentHey Tommy, the title and Logline are critical as it is the first thing a potential Producer reads. If it doesn't appeal to him then he may not read further so I can understand your desire to get it right. The title really should relate to the story and leave you a picture in you mind regarding what the movie may be about. I generally give my screenplays an initial name then once I get further into it I find an idea for a name that gels with the story. Sometimes 2 or even 3 title may evolve until I settle with one. When I get the right title at the end I know straight away, THAT'S THE ONE.