I was excited to see that S32 is hosting a Sci-Fi contest. It's still in the earliest early-bird phase but I've been waiting to get my new work out there. It always seems extra difficult to pitch/submit Sci-Fi projects because the audience has to appreciate the science as well as the story, so I was...
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Hi everyone, I've got a few full-length scripts down now and I have a few short films scripts as well. I'm considering trying my hand at getting these sold, not necessarily to a big studio, just to anyone who might be interested. Are buy listings on InkTip and BlackList the best way to go, or are th...
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I'm wary of spending too much money on having to pitch (I'm unemployed and although I receive disability and housing benefits, I have to budget VERY carefully).
This is all really great advice, thanks everyone. I dont mind forking out money to do pitches and listings later, I'm not sure that's the best way to approach the time time when I'm still learning the...
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I’ve gotten reads from InkTip’s - decent indie producers. The problem is most of the readers are very low budget indie producers. Two told me that, although they loved the script, I had underbudgeted it and they could never afford it.
John Iannucci, I'm actually less worried about that part. I've written a few scripts specifically with low budget production in mind just as a starting point to cut my teeth.
PS: This probably goes without saying, but research the companies to make sure that they actually make movies regularly.
How long should a Sci Fi thriller be ? It was 115 and my editor cut it down too 84 said that is the correct length of Sci Fi thriller . He said cut the fat and it moves quick without the dead air . What are your thoughts ?
I'm looking for an editor. Would you be able to recommend your new editor?
Yes Taylor DM I’ll give your his contact
THANK YOU!
It's only fat if it's not moving the story along. I will watch a 4-hour movie if the story stays intriguing throughout. Try to look at it as someone not involved in the project. INCREDIBLY hard to do but will really help you make that decision.
Um. Isn't made for television Sci Fi 2 hr. time block about 1hr. 24 min. per movie with all the commercials they show.. IDK silly marketability notion I guess. Is intent screen or television.
I'm new to Stage32 and this industry in general. I have a background in writing novels and I've been learning screenplay writing over the last 6 months or so. I also have a background in psychology, whch i find helpful in writing and story telling in general.
I've done some voice over work and I'm c...
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Many talents! You'll love it here. Sent an invite!
Thanks, James!
You're welcome!
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What scifi screenwriting contest? I totally missed this.
It should be in the news feed for screenwriters somewhere. It's still in the earliest early-bird phase, so they might make more announcements soon.