Hello,
I am looking for coverage for my script. Which are the best agencies or agents that do it? Or do I apply to a festival?
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Looking for an experienced American writer based in LA for working on a feature film script. Story and screenplay is written. Just need a few changes and additions. Project is in deferred mode. There will be a contract.
DM me if interested or if you have any leads.
I have already started pitching it...
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All “free” work has a contract. They tend to contain shares in a profit that never appears.
Craig D Griffiths With due respect this film's contract is about getting paid as soon as the budget is set for making the movie.
Guys, humble request. Please do not comment on this thread if you don't have anything to contribute. Trolls are not welcome. Thank you.
No one is begging you to refer or be a part of this project. If you dont like what you see or read on this post kindly move on to the next post. Thanks!
I'm not being a troll, I'm trying to get some facts because this task is what I do. Let's assume for a moment that the producer is expecting you to Amercanize the script as part of your payment but yo...
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Agent contract for feature film Screenplay
What do you do when an agent from one of the topmost agencies agrees to read your script but wants you to sign a 3 page submission release which basically takes away all your rights? I have my film registered with the WGA but the release form literally is one sided.
Danny Manus
- 6 years ago
You sign it and say thank you.
You sign it and say "thank all that is holy"
I would simply talk to an entertainment lawyer first, find
out their professional opinion
and Congratulations for getting their attention!!!!
Joe Simiriglio Jr
- 6 years ago
SeeK legal advice. Donn is on-point. Don't get ripped off.
Script Registration
Hello Everyone,
I have written 2 drafts of my feature film screenplay. I think i would like to register it for copyright. What's the most comprehensive way to register it? WGA or Electronic copyright office? Or some other way?
Thank you in advance.
Beth Fox Heisinger
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- 6 years ago
Teeshay, you already have copyright of your two screenplays. Copyright exists with or without registration. If you wish to register a claim, register with the LOC, https://www.copyright.gov. :) I woul...
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Jonathan Edward Young
- 6 years ago
Copyright [registration]. That constitutes legal ownership. That is what you sell when you sell your screenplay (all fingers crossed!) Nothing else is a substitute. WGA registration is a handy way to...
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Thank you everyone. Really kind of you to pitch in.
Registering with the Library of Congress is best. You can always register it with the WGA when you're on the verge of a sale to a WGA signatory company or after. The only thing it will do is help you...
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I spoke to WGA and they said we recommend everyone to do "both".
Temporary/flexible Job
Hello, i am looking at a flexible job opening. I am an actor and filmmaker and would love to work in production or behind the camera as a side hustle to learn. Thank you.
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Happy to talk to you about this, Teeshay. Feel free to message me.
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Expand commentIn no particular order: 1. https://fourstarnotes.com/ 2. https://bartgold.com/ 3. http://www.screenplaymechanic.com/ 4. http://www.scriptgal.com/
Thank you so much guys. Appreciate it.