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Original Post from Gabor George
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
Is Cinando worth it?

I read some good things about it, but it would be nice to hear from some SP members who are on Cinando and what their experience has been.

How has your experience been on the sit…

1 response, most recent 5 years ago.

It's principally an offshoot of the Cannes Market, so unless you're involved with the Cannes Market (ie have a film for sale, or buying one) it may be of limited value.

Original Post from Deji Sawyerr
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
How would you recommend I get my short made?

link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7sUXMAuv_KnazdPQjhfaTNaN0tMNS1FLWFaeVdUZHVKaWk4/view?usp=sharing

2 responses, most recent 5 years ago.

Hi Gemma, be sure to check out Script Pitch https://shootingpeople.org/scriptpitch/pitch/

Original Post from Tireni Dada
Most recent response from Michael Tabb
Screenwriting Coaching Suggestions

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone had any advice on screenwriting coaching programmes to get involved with? I am aware of Script Angel, has anyone used this service? If so, would…

6 responses, most recent 5 years ago.

If you are looking for a Los Angeles screenwriting consultant, there's:
-- Danny Manus (No Bullscript Consulting),
-- Lee Jessup,
-- Jen Grisanti,
-- Donald H. Hewitt,
-- Bar…

Original Post from Yana Ivantcheva
Most recent response from Dominic Ryan
Someone experienced logging films into IMDB?

I've started awhile ago putting all the information needed to add my short film, but because the submit button never appeared regardless of it all indicating to be correct (all ma…

2 responses, most recent 5 years ago.

I've also listed various projects without any issue over the years. Happy to help.

Original Post from elhanan cohen
movies/clips about Cyrus the Great

Hi guys!
My company makes movies for the educational system in Israel. We search for videos/ clips about Cyrus the Great. I would love to hear any idea, plot, or documentary.
Als…

5 years ago
Original Post from Praviin Karuna
Most recent response from Molly Cowderoy
Looking at collaboration with the scriptwriter for short film.

Hello Lovely People,
Are there any content creators who are seeking a Greater London based director to help bring their projects to life?
I am a former graduate of the Film Schoo…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Hi Pravin, do check out the 1000+ scripts over on Script Pitch, you can also browse by genre https://shootingpeople.org/scriptpitch/

Original Post from Lee Morgan
Most recent response from john collings
Anyone with unmade short film scripts? Filmmakers looking for interesting short scripts to make.

Hi All,

Hope 2020 is off to a good start.

We're a Directing Duo and are on the hunt for interesting, cinematic short film scripts you've written and that you'd be happy for us t…

21 responses, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

I have a few...

Original Post from Fraser McArthur
Looking for a black Scottish writer to collaborate with on a long form TV project

I've been working on writing a TV series for a while which features characters who are People of Colour. As a white guy, I've felt that my writing can't do justice to those charac…

5 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Ashley Laura Whitehouse
Final Draft discount code

Hi all.
I'm aware there was a discount code for Final Draft.for Shooting People.I was wondering if this was still valid, and if so, where can I find the code? I remember receivi…

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Thank you Dorothy, much appreciated.

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Most recent response from Ezra Hinds
I'm looking for a writing partner on Black British films

I am looking for screenwriters interested in co-writing Black British comedy, horror, thriller and drama films. I have concepts and ideas I'd like develop into viable scripts and …

1 response, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Messaged privately.

Original Post from Anthony Boakye-Mensah
Most recent response from John Lubran
Looking for some guidance on how to navigate first conversation with a development executive

I have an opportunity to pitch to a development executive at the end of the month for the first time. I am keen to speak with people with this experience to ensure i am well prepa…

7 responses, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Thank you Angela. Very practical advice for Anthony and everyone.

Original Post from Anthony Boakye-Mensah
Unscripted treatment template

I would be grateful for any treatment templates / examples of treatments for a docu-series

5 years, 1 month ago
Original Post from Rory Little
Most recent response from David Hughes
Looking for a writing partner to collaborate on existing and future projects.

Good afternoon all,
I have recently finished a script and would very much like to move forwards with getting the film made. I’m looking for a screenwriter who would be willing to …

1 response, most recent 5 years, 1 month ago.

Hi Rory, if you need someone to cast an expert, ★★★★★-rated eye over what you have already, I'd be happy to help with that. You can book me through fiverr.com/share/2pp01L 

Original Post from ben richards
I would like to buy a feature length screenplay.

My investor would like to own a finished screenplay that we can revise to an extent we feel ready to produce into a movie. Due to his past experience with option agreements his pl…

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Tim Benjamin
Most recent response from Yen Rickeard
How should you format necessary subtitles in a script?

Let's say you have a character in an English-language film, and they say something in Russian. You show subtitles in English to translate. The exact choice of Russian words is imp…

7 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Glyn Carter has hit it right. Just have him speak in Russian, with the English subtitle across the page. If the English translation doesn't make it clear that one Russian is insul…

Original Post from Bhavi Satkunarasa
Most recent response from Ronnie Mackintosh
Would anyone be willing to read a short film script?

I'm currently working on a short horror/thriller script (roughly 10 minutes in length) and it's something I intend to shoot later on this year.

I'm currently on the fourth draft…

11 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

Fire it over to info@ronniemackintosh.co.uk, Bhavi.

Original Post from Steven Jeram
SCREENWRITERS - What are the best competitions/festivals to enter your scripts?

Looking for (preferably) UK-based screen writing competitions or film festivals with script elements that are worth entering. Never done it before and not sure what the best ones …

5 years, 2 months ago
Original Post from Dominic Stewart
Most recent response from William Camilleri
Any talented film individuals (of all skill sets) out there looking to start a film collective?

Hi there,

I'm an aspiring London-based film writer/director who has written a number of short films, one of which I've actually directed/produced as well. From my experience of s…

43 responses, most recent 5 years, 2 months ago.

HI Dominic ive already done this , see my website william camilleri.com maybe we could collaborate?
All the best William Camilleri

Original Post from DON CLOVIS JOYTO FILMS UK LTD
Most recent response from James McCann
looking for great script ( Comedy/ drame/boxing in one) for feature eventually

looking for good script for feature ( comedy/good drame/and storing about old boxer,,
see for example film 'HERE COMES THE BOOM ' SAME GENRE

2 responses, most recent 5 years, 3 months ago.

Hi Don,
I have scripts that fit this criteria, what is the best email to send you loglines to please?

Thanks,
James

Original Post from Matthew Prince
Most recent response from Krystian Winszewski
Croydon-based writer seeking South East London-based actors & crew to discuss projects for 2020

Hi, I'm a Croydon-based screenwriter looking to network with as many South East London-based actors and crew with a view to working on projects in 2020.

I want to reach out to as…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 4 months ago.

Hello
I would be interested.
My showreel https://vimeo.com/385667558/fae37d91e3
My websitevhttps://www.krystianwinszewski.com
Best
Krystian

Original Post from Unsolicited Scripts
Most recent response from Simon X. Frederick
Want to share a Grammarly Account?

Hi all, I'm considering to purchase a Premium Grammarly account to improve the readability of my script coverage, but I feel it is a bit too expensive for my budget (£10/month). I…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 4 months ago.

I use this site if you want something for free http://hemingwayapp.com/

It's not the same thing but I love it for noticing where I overly use adjectives, make hard sentences and…

Original Post from Bhavi Satkunarasa
Most recent response from Jane Sanger
How much should a screenwriter charge for the first draft of a film treatment?

I'm starting to get feature film gigs and have been asked what I would charge for the first draft of a treatment for a feature film (funded by an independent film company). I have…

9 responses, most recent 5 years, 5 months ago.

If you sell the treatment they can ditch you and get someone else to write the script. Agree on a contract to see it through

Original Post from richard kelly
Most recent response from Vinca .
Formatting 8 page short film script into PDF for free.

Hello from Richard, this may be something you are either interested in or not. However I am looking
for someone who can format properly into PDF a short film script 8 pages writte…

1 response, most recent 5 years, 5 months ago.

Hi Richard,
Use free versions Celtx or Studiobinder software to format and then save as a PDF. It's pretty easy to follow the format to structure scenes, dialogue, action, charac…

Original Post from Tim Berry
Looking for feedback on your feature screenplay?

Looking for feedback on your feature screenplay?

I am an NFTS trained script editor, I have read for screenplay competition Shore Scripts since 2015 and have previously worked in…

5 years, 5 months ago
Original Post from Alwyne Kennedy
Most recent response from John Lubran
Skill swap - filming / post-prod work in exchange for making funding applications

Is there anyone out there who would like some filming or post-production work done in exchange for making film funding applications on my behalf ? You would need to be literate, s…

13 responses, most recent 5 years, 5 months ago.

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