Hey there Writer Peeps,
Recently, I crated a discussion about me taking the risk and submitting a short film I wrote for coverage through one of the MANY coverage services out there. Since so many people showed me CRAZY love throughout the process, I thought it was only fair that I followup and tell you guys how it went.
First, I didn't use any service sponsored by Stage 32, mainly because I wanted a quick turnaround and I can only afford what I can afford (not Stage 32-- djm). I chose We Screenplay and not that I recommend them, because it was my first time; however, the process was smooth as silk and I will be using them again.
Second, in less than 72 hours, I had my feedback and was surprised at how comprehensive it was. I am satisfied that my $69 was well spent.
NOW... for what you have been waiting for...
I submitted my short film "The One That Got Away", which is about 21 pages, for coverage. It was the first film I wrote that I was comfortable enough with to send to "someone who knows about these things" to read and critique. Overall, the reviewer (who I feel was a woman) was cautiously optimistic about my script. She gave me an over all rating of "Consider" (Pass, Consider, Recommend) on this script and told me that I should think about expanding it into a full feature. Now, you may remember that writing is my chosen career and that if I didn't feel like I was good at it... however, this review has gassed me up a little. It has shown me that I have a voice and that I need to trust it. She also confirmed everything my Wubba has been telling me about my stories and scripts... that I need to go deeper and expand on my stories because I am leaving my readers and viewers unfulfilled (like I am missing the Third Act on everything).
I won't go any deeper than that, except to say that in the end, this experience was one worth repeating. If you are a new writer like me and you can't find the Logline Board or the Post My Script for Coverage boards here on Stage 32, I strongly suggest you look into getting some professional coverage. I was losing steam and motivation in my writing and this just renewed my faith in me.
Hit me up if you wanna talk or if you want to actually see the coverage I got from We Screenplay. Until then...
CRW