Sunday, February 12, 2012

Guest Adam Levenberg - Transcript February 12, 2012


#Scriptchat TOPIC:
EURO: BAFTAs party
USA: Guest Adam Levenberg shares the perspectives of a Hollywood executive. 

This week EURO had a virtual party while watching the BAFTAs while USA chatting it up with guest and former Hollywood executive, Adam Levenberg @StarterScript, author of “The Starter Screenplay: How to Write a Screenplay Hollywood Wants to Read”.  Read the transcript to catch tons of great tips to help not only your writing but also your career. Enjoy! @jeannevb

USA Moderator: Jeanne Veillette Bowerman @jeannevb

USA CHAT

@jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@shells48: @StarterScript *waves back* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@kim_garland: Well, gee, if we're all waving... *waves!* RT @StarterScript: Can I get in on the waving? *I'm waving now to everyone* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@tracinell: *passes the tray of cookies everyone* there's more in the oven. :) RT @TheWriteScript: @tracinell Pass the cookies! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: Absolutely. Thanks so much for being our guest. RT @StarterScript: Can I get in on the waving? *I'm waving now to everyone*r #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:00 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@jeannevb: Welcome Adam Levenberg @StarterScript to our chat room #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript saved my *wildest wave* just for you! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @LisaGProsek Total withdrawal. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Thanks for being here. Milk and cookies for you! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: Good evening alln #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@grumblecore: RT @BittrScrptReadr: NEW POST: Finding the secret to found footage films http://t.co/IWSeYKZJ #Screenwriting #scriptchat #Chronicle #horror #foundfootage
February 13, 2012, 1:01 am           



 
@StarterScript: Thanks Jeanne! Happy to be here. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: RT @jeannevb: It's #SCRIPTCHAT O'CLOCK with guest @StarterScript former industry exec w advice on how to write script exec's want
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@tracinell: @LisaGProsek you were missed. don't ever do that again. ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@jeannevb: fyi @StarterScript has had tons of experience from the other side of the table... pick his brain! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Bring it on. Can't wait to hear your advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: welcome to #scriptchat @StarterScript #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@tracinell: @DaveMcGlone1 :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: Q: Regarding what scripts execs want should we pay heed to what the spec sales illustrate this year so far or ignore the trends? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:02 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @tracinell Thanks! I hope not too! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@lisamondello: Can't wait to hear what @StarterScript has to teach. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@JennaAvery: *waves hello* RT @jeannevb: Welcome Adam Levenberg @StarterScript to our chat room #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: Got it. Duh. Thanks, Jeanne! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: Q. What's the biggest mistake unsold writers make? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript's full bio here & excerpt from his book http://t.co/gzej0ELP #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@shells48: Q:What is the one thing Scripts Execs really hate?n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@StarterScript: @ConradSteeves Great ?. It depends--who are you? Do you have an agent already? My book is about what to write to get a rep #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: full bio here & excerpt from bookhttp://scriptchat.blogspot.com/2012/02/hollywood-exec-adam-levenberg-guest.html #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:03 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I've read @StarterScript's book. Excellent, practical, REAL advice. No sugar coating http://t.co/ZXNw8kaX #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @TheWriteScript: Q. Whats the biggest mistake unsold writers make? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript They write scripts about things that execs don't want to make movies about. Like period pieces. And ensembles.. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell Unsold or unrepresented? and when i say unrepresented, i mean by major hwd agents and managers. there is a dif #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:04 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: OY VEY. I made it. Now what? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @TheWriteScript They write scripts that execs dont want to make... Like period pieces. And ensembles.. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@Aschrei: For some reason I will be following #scriptchat today
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: @StarterScript -I would never greenlight a silent movie, yet here we are. When do you take a leap on a non-traditional script? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Aschrei as it should be :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:05 am           



 
@StarterScript: I have a whole chapter called "what not to write" things like drug addiction, rape, 9/11, musicals, etc #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@StarterScript: @PitchfestBob Hey bob. I like that question. You take the leap after you have sold a spec script to a studio, are repped and $ok #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@jeannevb: @PitchfestBob excellent question! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:06 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript Stories should be "up" instead of "down" in general for the current market place? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript What is that supposed mean? What not to write? How can you POSSIBLY know? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @PitchfestBob Hey bob. You take the leap after you have sold a spec script to a studio, are repped and $ok #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: Kids are in bed early so I can get my scriptchat on tonight! #writing #screenwriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I like your example of George Lucas: write American Graffiti first, then you get to make Star Wars. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they can't get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:07 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript Thanks! I love that example too because i adjusted for inflation and was shocked to see American G made $600mil! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@jeannevb: HA! RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: So do writers. RT @StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they cant get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@tracinell: @GREGBIELA Hi, Greg. *passes tray* Have a cookie. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:08 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they cant get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@OMGChrisMueller: RT @PitchfestBob: Following #scriptchat is like following J-Lo. Even if you get confused, the view is spectacular. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I noticed that. Jaw-dropping amount. Drives the point home. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @TheWriteScript: @StarterScript I like your example of George Lucas: write American Graffiti 1st, then get to make Star Wars. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript @shells48 Execs hate falling in love with great scripts that they know they can't get made:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Where's the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:09 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill went from an exec to working with unrepped wtrs in a month. I looked at what pros& newbies did differently #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @tracinell That was from a challenge from Coppola to Lucas to make a warm fuzzy screenplay. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@tracinell: @jeannevb? :) RT @GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Wheres the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:10 am           



 
@jeannevb: On it! *pours* RT @tracinell: @jeannevb? :) RT @GREGBIELA: @tracinell Thnx 4 the cookie! Wheres the booze!? ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:11 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill things not to write about: struggling writers/actors,epics,charity causes, native americans, original superhero #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:11 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript So what are good subject for screenplays? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Then get to make Star Wars. Han shot first. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Can I get 2 to start? Bar looks busy tonight... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript I like the idea of knowing what not to write about. Helps to make choices easier. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:12 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill More not to write: carnies, movies that mock hollywood, book/play adaptations you're not getting paid to adaptn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@jeannevb: @GREGBIELA a double is in order #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@JAEL488: @StarterScript @AndreaLMcNeill Why Native Americans? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript That's b*llshit. You can't tell people what NOT to write. Tomorrow those things are going to be the trend. True! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill things not 2 write: struggling writers/actors,epics,charity causes,native americans,superhero #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: Yes. RT @LisaGProsek: @StarterScript I like the idea of knowing what not to write about. Helps to make choices easier. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @AndreaLMcNeill: @StarterScript That's b*llshit. You can't tell people what NOT to write. Tomorrow those things are going to be the trend. True! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@IngridElkner: That's funny. Almost every Australian film is about drug addiction and rape/incest. And we're sick of it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: NO SCRIPTS ABOUT CARNIES!?!? I don't want to live on this planet any more. :-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:13 am           



 
@StarterScript: @LisaGProsek focuses on what ideas TO write.3 CATEGORIES: ideas that work don't work or they work but not worth the time/energy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: WOO! RT @jeannevb: @GREGBIELA a double is in order #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@jeannevb: @AndreaLMcNeill hey... be respectful #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: @starterscript Why can't writers just write great, univeral stories that are cognizant of budget, regardless of experience? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @Screenwriter12: @starterscript Why can't writers just write great, univeral stories that are cognizant of budget, regardless of experience? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @PitchfestBob I gotta admit, now I WANT to write a movie about carnies... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@jeannevb: REMINDER of the #1 rule: LEAVE YOUR EGO AT THE DOOR! We are a community, not a pissing contest. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:14 am           



 
@StarterScript: @IngridElkner Interesting. As a consultant, my fav clients r australians. They are the most receptive to constructive criticism #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:15 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Screenwriter12 You can write whatever your heart desires. Just don't expect a busy agent to read it, rep it or anyone to buy it #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:15 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript Yep! Don't want to waste my time w/ no-win writing. Must focus on stuff that has better chance 2 get noticed. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@StarterScript: @IngridElkner So many professionals try scripts about carnies. They're very popular but never get sold. it's an amazing world! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@AndreaLMcNeill: Write what you know. Write what's in your heart. F*ck the market. It's about characters, relationships and real life.Writethat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @StarterScript It's because we're so eager to resurrect our industry. We feel like we have to work our scripts that bit harder. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: You can write whatever your heart desires. Just dont expect a busy agent 2 read it, rep it or anyone 2 buy it #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@rebelshea: @jeannevb *psssst* I walked in late. What's the topic? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @LisaGProsek ideas TO write.3 CATEGORIES: ideas that work dont work or they work but not worth time/energy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript we have a few OZ writers who pop in from time to time. Love 'em #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@lisamondello: @starterscript So in other words, in the beginning we should stick with tried and true with a twist? n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill Hi Andrea--I only tell people what to write if they want to sell a script-or approach Hollywood with a script. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@Aschrei: @StarterScript How do I know if I've fallen in love with what I'm writing and when I should let it go? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:16 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @starterscript Are you coming across scripts about the wall street protests or a politically critique of economic issues? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@jeannevb: former HW exec @StarterScript. Pick his brain! RT @rebelshea: @jeannevb *psssst* I walked in late. Whats the topic? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@Scatoma: Strewnfields weekly chapter http://t.co/BkBMu2HV #amwriting #writing #bookbuzzr #scriptchat #fiction #novels #writers #reading #Books
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@Aschrei: RT @AndreaLMcNeill: Write what you know. Write what's in your heart. F*ck the market. It's about characters, relationships and real life.Writethat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@MBDymension: RT @IngridElkner: @StarterScript It's because we're so eager to resurrect our industry. We feel like we have to work our scripts that bit harder. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill I don't tell people what they CAN'T write. Just what they should focus on if they dont have an agent or manager #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @jeannevb No, I live here on Scriptchat. Greetings from Monday afternoon! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:17 am           



 
@StarterScript: @ConradSteeves Wall St-I do a lot of work for the producers of HBO's TOO BIG TO FAIL...and there will be more like that i'm sure #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:18 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript Is the idea of needing to get a reader's attention in the first ten pages true? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:18 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript can you lend some insight into agents? What to watch out for, etc? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: @AndreaLMcNeill Hi Andrea--I only tell people what to write if they want to sell a script-or approach Hollywood with a script. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Aschrei Most pro writers don't spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. 3writing3rewriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@jeannevb: @IngridElkner *waves* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@lisamondello: @starterscript Is there any genres that producers are more excited about seeing? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: *Sticks epic about a Native American carny turned Hollywood Agent based on "The Great Gatsby" in a drawer.* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript can you lend some insight into agents? What to watch out for, etc? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: Hi Adam. What if we're writing piece that perhaps isn't super saleable, but stands as strong writing sample, esp. for mgr query? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@StarterScript: @rebelshea I have an ENTIRE chapter on getting the reader's attention in the first sequence. I call it the dynamic opening #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:19 am           



 
@jeannevb: @TinaKumley well, I have an epic period piece... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @PitchfestBob Well, if it's ala The Great Gatsby... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript *If* I'm only going to read ONE script this week, which do you recommend to learn the most from? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@StarterScript: @rebelshea Movies like XXX and BASIC INSTINCT grab you, establish the tone, rating, and VALUE of the movie you're gonna see. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @StarterScript: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @Aschrei pro writers dont spend years on 1 script... new script every 6 months at least. 3writing3rewriting #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt I don't believe in "writing samples". If you don't have a rep, write something they want to sell. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:20 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @tracinell I have 3 that need major rewrites. Taking a break from novels to get it done. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @rebelshea I have an ENTIRE chapter on getting readers attention in 1st sequence--"the dynamic opening" #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript I'll revise the question-Everyone should read 250 scripts that have sold to Hwd but not been produced. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: @Jamie_LD Go. Girl. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:21 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript write what an agent/producer can say "yes" to. My personal mantra. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:22 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @rebelshea XXX and BASIC INSTINCT grab you, establish tone, rating, and VALUE of the movie youre gonna see. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell insight into agents--today i would be focusing on getting a manager. they pick up new clients more often&getuagent #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: @StarterScript I understand. I guess it's confusing because the majority of specs end up being just that - writing samples, yes? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: Good mantra. RT @tracinell: @StarterScript write what an agent/producer can say "yes" to. My personal mantra. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: @StarterScript I write comedy and recent coverage says "funny enough to be successful" is being funny enough to get attention?n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months @ least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:23 am           



 
@StarterScript: On what to write--if u r passionate aboutan idea, write it. Just dont expct 2sell. And make sure your next script is marketable. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@DaveMcGlone1: @ScriptStarter Obviously I've worked hard and the script has a good plot and hits it's beats etcn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @tracinell insight into agents--focus on getting a manager. they pick up new clients more often&getuagent #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@Screenwriter12: @Aschrei Most pro writers dont spend years writing 1 script. Churn out a new script every 6 months at least. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@TheHalstead: I find that if I spend more than 6 months on a script, it's too dense. There's too much in it to be absorbed in a 1 hour read. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Getting your hands on that many unproduced scripts is very difficult for most people. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:24 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Interesting (read sold but unproduced scripts). Thanks. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:25 am           



 
@MBDymension: What's the topic today folks? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:25 am           



 
@StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript:..if u r passionate aboutan idea, write it. Just dont expct 2sell. And make sure your next script is marketable #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript I remember reading of the advice: write what you love to express, put in drawer, write new script likely to sell #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@jeannevb: talking with former HW exec @StarterScript dishing dirt RT @MBDymension: Whats the topic today folks? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:26 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. Thats too much info youre bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:27 am           



 
@StarterScript: Also, read scripts from the last 10 years. screenwriting changes over time--that is, what's put on the page. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:27 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@jeannevb: my tweet chat is running slowly. Apologies #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@kim_garland: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:28 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt U R correct. most scripts end up as writing samples. after they didn't sell. 1st it has to go to market.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@JAEL488: @StarterScript - That's all I do... read scripts and write - great advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Also, read scripts from the last 10 years. screenwriting changes over time--that is, whats put on the page. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb it's probably the Grammy Awards slowing down the chats. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:29 am           



 
@tracinell: @StarterScript great insight tonight, please sir, may I have some more? #notashamedtobeg ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@StarterScript: i also rec not to write movies as franchise starters. that limits the type of story u tell and 2 much effort goes into setup #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @tracinell: @StarterScript great insight tonight, please sir, may I have some more? #notashamedtobeg ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@rcosgrove: Director - what my friends think I do… (couldn't find one, so I made one) #scriptchat #filmchat http://t.co/WXWiNwyC
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@_iamryanmoore: RT @StarterScript: Reading scripts--it doesnt count if you saw the movie. That's too much info you're bringing to the table. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:30 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: i also rec not to write movies as franchise starters. limits the story u tell 2 much effort goes into setup #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@jeannevb: FYI on the bio page we posted of @STarterScript there's excerpt fr his book on the HW pass http://t.co/9zDURe67 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:31 am           



 
@Silverwingscrpt: RT @StarterScript: @Silverwingscrpt U R correct. most scripts end up as writing samples. after they didn't sell. 1st it has to go to market.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: FYI on the bio page we posted of @STarterScript theres excerpt fr his book on the HW pass http://t.co/BZG66Iy8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript I've written an action script with a female lead. Is that likely to make it harder to sell? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript what do you think of screenwriting contests? Do execs pay any attn at all to that? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, 1 hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make sure your hero is an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Even in Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: I'm good there. RT @StarterScript: Until u write a script,1 hero only! ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the US! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD damn musicians #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:32 am           



 
@MonaLiNYC: @StarterScript I try to if possible, read the script while watching the film (if it's available). #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT@StarterScript: Biggest rec: Make sure your hero is an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Even in Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make sure hero is an EXPERT @ SOMETHING. In Bridesmaids, KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @rebelshea: @StarterScript Ive written an action script with a female lead. Is that likely to make it harder to sell? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:33 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: Or go to Alberta to shoot. the indie film industry there is welcoming and great.RT @StarterScript: Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: @StarterScript what do you think of screenwriting contests? Do execs pay any attn at all to that? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@StarterScript: BIG RECOMMENDATION: Straight timeline. til u sold a movie, keep yours out of the blender. No 500 days of summer, pulp fiction #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: Other recommendations: Short timeframe (overnight, a few days, a week) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:34 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@StarterScript: Also, if you haven't sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. They're for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@ConradSteeves: @StarterScript Keep a linear narrative #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@sfelt: "@jeannevb: my tweet chat is running slowly. Apologies #scriptchat" During the Grammy's?
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: BIG: Straight timeline. til u sold a movie, keep urs out of the blender. No 500 days of summer, pulp fiction #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@PitchfestBob: @TheWriteScript @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:35 am           



 
@LisaGProsek: RT @IngridElkner: A good script I'll put it down for a minute, go, come back & try to press play on the DVD player, thinking I was WATCHING! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@jeannevb: cool RT @Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: Also, if you havent sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. Theyre for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@lm_lawrence: RT @IngridElkner: A good script I'll put it down for a minute, go, come back & try to press play on the DVD player, thinking I was WATCHING! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 Contests upset me because I have often read the scripts that place and I know they need real help from a consultant #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:36 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 Recentl client hired me and sent me his "Feedback" from 5 contests. The notes were garbage in every case. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@jeannevb: @StarterScript imagine the ones that didn't place #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@lindaleemeyer: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb So I guess some execs watch the contests. Of course we wasn't interested in them. I should have thrown mine in w/them #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: Also, if you havent sold a script: no flashbacks or voice-over. Theyre for book adaptations and reshoots #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@lisamondello: THAT is cool! RT @Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Sonny Mallhi contacted me last year to read the scripts of the RWA finalists. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:37 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @lisamondello Haha, I didn't believe it was him. So I did email and phone check. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@TheWriteScript: That high school line is from Adam's book, fyi. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD hahaha wtf were you thinking? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@StarterScript: @JAEL488 They may look at contestwinners. Don't write "I was a quarterfinalist" in a query though. It's not a badge of honor #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:38 am           



 
@JAEL488: RT @StarterScript: @JAEL488 Contests upset me because I have often read the scripts that place and I know they need real help from a consultant #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@IRLMorris: RT @TheWriteScript: @StarterScript "When in doubt, set it in high school." Love that advice. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@lisamondello: @Jamie_LD I think I would have too. But so cool! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@IngridElkner: @StarterScript Yet movies like Bridesmaids that needed a lot of script work still get mde. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@StarterScript: @Jamie_LD Reps more likely to follow contests then execs. if the script gets repped, the exec will get a look anyway. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:39 am           



 
@StarterScript: @tracinell There's nothing wrong with writing a female lead as long as she's a senior in high school, in college, or under 40. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I was very surprised when Sonny contacted me. I was the president of a screenwriting chapter of RWA. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@rebelshea: @StarterScript Is it easier to sell a feature script if you can point to a well made short film based on your writing? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:40 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I'd rather spend money to have a good consultant tell me what to fix, then query managers, rather than contest #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@StarterScript: writing women under 40--they can be played by actresses over 40. Write a 40something guy it will be played by someone near 60:) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:41 am           



 
@Jamie_LD: @jeannevb Woohoo! I'll have to DVR it. #slaverybyanothername #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@jeannevb: @rebelshea I'm hanging on for the answer to that one! re: short film #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea Nope. Maybe it could help get you repped. There is a big difference between getting repped and selling a script... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@TheWriteScript: @jeannevb DVR set. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@JAEL488: RT @Jamie_LD: RT @StarterScript: @JAEL488 ...Don't write "I was a quarterfinalist" in a query though. It's not a badge of honor #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :) RT @StarterScript: @tracinell nothing wrong w/ writing female lead as long as < 40. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@lisamondello: Marking my calendar. RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea But it will only lead to opportunities for you to submit your already completed feature spec to agents and managers #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Can I get another round? :-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:42 am           




@Jamie_LD: I want to read that one. RT @tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :)... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@jeannevb: @GREGBIELA *pours* #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@TheWriteScript: @tracinell Under 40 female, an expert and the fasionista bonus. Nailed it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:43 am           




@GREGBIELA: Ditto! RT @Jamie_LD: I want to read that one. RT @tracinell: so my 28 yo fashionista sniper works. :)... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb Keep the change... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@jeannevb: @StarterScript #1 rule re: biz side of a writer's career #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@MBDymension: Someone once said, "if you have a great story ,it will find its way." I don't remember his name LOL. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@StarterScript: @IngridElkner Bridesmaids got made because of judd apatow and kristin wiig. u can't read into the script they started with #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@tracinell: @Jamie_LD I'm a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@Screenwriter12: RT @StarterScript: Biggest recommendation: Make your hero an EXPERT at SOMETHING. Bridesmaids: KW is an expert pastry chef #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@tracinell: me gots the skills. ;) RT @TheWriteScript: @tracinell Under 40 female, an expert and the fasionista bonus. Nailed it. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:44 am           




@davanholt: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@lisamondello: So am I! RT @tracinell: @Jamie_LD Im a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@jeannevb: @tracinell I read that quickly as "i'm a condom addict" @Jamie_LD HAHAHA #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript - you filled my notepad with does and don'ts - great chat tonight #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@Jamie_LD: Me too. My protag is an expert in viticulture. RT @tracinell: @Jamie_LD I'm a romcom addict. #someonehastobe! ;) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:45 am           




@lisamondello: @jeannevb LOL!!! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@GREGBIELA: Same here! RT @JAEL488: @StarterScript - you filled my notepad with does and donts - great chat tonight #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@whomadewhoprods: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@tracinell: @jeannevb Right. Isn't that what I said? ;) #toomuchinfo? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@StarterScript: btw, if i missed any questions, feel free to re-ask them #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@IngridElkner: @StarterScript It could have been such a better movie with more work on the script... I kept getting bored, a no-no for a comedy #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:46 am           




@StarterScript: My book is split into two parts-1) what kinds of stories and heroes to write and 2) dealing with hollywood. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@TVWriterChat: Don't forget, we are discussing American Horror Story on #tvwriterchat at half past the hour. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@DutchDoscher: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@StarterScript: Question to ask a manager interested in repping u: What clients do you share with CAA, UTA, ICM, WME, Paradigm.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@jeannevb: fyi @StarterScript's book also has essential q's to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/ZXNw8kaX #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@madcowley: @starterscript can you recommend sources for unproduced scripts? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: My book is split into two parts-1) what kinds of stories and heroes to write and 2) dealing with hollywood. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript I couldn't even get through the BRIDESMAIDS script. Hadn't seen the movie yet. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:47 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: fyi @StarterScripts book also has essential qs to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/4wJj1FFh #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb: fyi @StarterScripts book also has essential qs to ask agent or manager. Excellent tips! http://t.co/0qOlvoKl #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD I haven't read the script. I'll go all crazy red pen on that thing! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@HBwriterMike: RT @jeannevb: Commercial Break: #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listings :) #SBANpbs #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:48 am           




@StarterScript: Rule in the book: page count counts. Ifur script comes in at 90 pgs andit's not a contained thriller, you may not have a movie.n #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:49 am           




@jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I wasn't impressed with BRIDESMAIDS at all. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:49 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Rule in book: page count counts. Ifur script is 90 pgs but not a contained thriller, may not have a movie. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@IngridElkner: @jeannevb @Jamie_LD You both make me cry with happiness. I'm not alone in the world! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@StarterScript: @madcowley I like TriggerStreetbut dont get too wrapped up in giving feedback to other unrepped writers.blind leading the blind. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@Screenwriter12: RT @jeannevb #slaverybyanothername doc is airing on PBS tomorrow 9pm EST...chk local listingsn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner @jeannevb Haha. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb @Jamie_LD I didn't care for BRIDESMAIDS either. Thought it was just me. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@lisamondello: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:50 am           




@PitchfestBob: I liked BRIDESMAIDS, but I would also watch 2 hours of Maya Rudolph ordering Chinese food. She's the bomb, yo. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@OMGChrisMueller: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@jeannevb: Here's @StarterScript's website where u can learn more... well, maybe not "boxers or briefs" http://t.co/3srZF5gO #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@kim_garland: Same here. RT @jeannevb: @Jamie_LD I wasn't impressed with BRIDESMAIDS at all. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@tracinell: Really? Did not know... @StarterScript: @madcowley I really like inktip now. Its a great place to put your script out there. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:51 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: @madcowley I like TriggerStreetbut dont get too wrapped up in giving feedback, blind leading the blind. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@StarterScript: Also, I have a whole section on "The free Option". One point: You keep the rewrites and don't allow renewals of the option #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@tracinell: RT @jeannevb: Here's @StarterScript's website where u can learn more... well, maybe not "boxers or briefs" http://t.co/3srZF5gO #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:52 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: Also, I have a whole section on "The free Option". One point: You keep the rewrites and don't allow renewals of the option #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You've made this a great #scriptchat! Thanks for all the helpful hints. I'll be buying your book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@IngridElkner: @LisaGProsek @jeannevb @Jamie_LD Welcome, sister. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Q: Do thrillers have to be action packed to sell? Can it just be an intriguing story? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:53 am           




@tracinell: RT @LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You've made this a great #scriptchat! Thanks for all the helpful hints. I'll be buying your book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:54 am           




@LisaGProsek: @IngridElkner :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:54 am           




@rickbata: @StarterScript Excellent info tonight. Thanks so much! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@ConradSteeves: @Jamie_LD Good ?! I have a political thriller which is more than action with emphasis on character and narrative content. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:55 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Ah, interesting. I'd say SE7EN, but a different twist. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Aschrei: RT @StarterScript: Until you write a script, one hero only! Have a ticking clock! Present day only! Set it in the United States! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@StarterScript: Tip: never offer a kickback. never say "i'll give you a cut if you help me sell my script". agents and managers take 10%. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@kim_garland: Agree, great job! RT @jeannevb: 5 more minutes with @StarterScript... you're doing great, Adam! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Silverwingscrpt: RT @StarterScript: Question to ask a manager interested in repping u: What clients do you share with CAA, UTA, ICM, WME, Paradigm.... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Screenwriter12: Thanks for the chat, @jeannevb and @starterscript! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@GREGBIELA: @StarterScript Thnx for the chat tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/f7902VWG #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Managers aren't regulated as to their % are they? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@StarterScript: anyone else will refer you to an agent because they know it is doing a FAVOR to the agent. No compensation from you beats that #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:56 am           




@GREGBIELA: @jeannevb I'd like to buy a round for the bar for last call. ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD Yeah, well most of the action in Se7en is implied, so I guess so long as there's action, whether seen or unseen. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: anyone else will refer you to an agent because they know it is doing a FAVOR to the agent. No compensation from you beats that #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@StarterScript: keep your title page clean--1 contact number, one email addy. No fake production companies, blog address, multiple addresses #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner The only action in my script is a man being castrated without anesthesia. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:57 am           




@kim_garland: Cheers! RT @GREGBIELA: @jeannevb I'd like to buy a round for the bar for last call. ;-) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: @Screenwriter12 glad you and @PitchfestBob made it! @starterscript #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript Seven #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: Date night? ;) RT @Jamie_LD: @IngridElkner The only action in my script is a man being castrated without anesthesia. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@IngridElkner: @Jamie_LD I love this movie. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@StarterScript: @LisaGProsek Not true--Point Break/The Fast and the Furious...Oceans Eleven/Fast Five...Sea of Love/Basic Instinct #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@TheWriteScript: @GREGBIELA Thanks! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@jeannevb: LOVED that film! RT @rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@tracinell: RT @StarterScript: keep your title page clean--1 contact #, 1 email. No fake prod companies, blog address, multiple addresses #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:58 am           




@JAEL488: RT @jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/f7902VWG #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@Jamie_LD: Call is SEVEN meets HARD CANDY and you have a great film. RT @rebelshea: @Jamie_LD Hard Candy? #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@StarterScript: @rebelshea I love Hard Candy! Only script I ever put down because i was disgusted by the topic, didnt know where it was going. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript If you put that script down, you might not like the one I'm rewriting at the moment. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@LisaGProsek: @StarterScript You're right! I'll recalibrate my thoughts... #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 1:59 am           




@scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@marieszerobar: RT @elizabethkarr: :) rt @jeannevb If you haven't checked out @Stage32online yet, read this & see why its community rocks http://t.co/I6a0jMg8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@StarterScript: Brian Nelson's DEVIL was amazing-HARD Candy writer. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@Samuelnp032: @scriptchat Follow them they follow back #FF @KatyPerryisbest @LadyGagallday @bieberworldfun @NickiMinajrap
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@jeannevb: The bewitching hour is here. Thanks so much to @StarterScript for some great tips! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:00 am           




@Jamie_LD: Yes! RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@rebelshea: I'll have to look that up. Hard Candy was awesome. RT @StarterScript: Brian Nelson's DEVIL was amazing-HARD Candy writer. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@jeannevb: NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @scriptchat Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@lisamondello: Fantastic chat. Thanks for the info! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@TheWriteScript: @StarterScript Thanks, Adam. Appreciate your comments tonight. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@StarterScript: @Jamie_LD Hopefully he deserves it. If we hate him enough, there's no limit to how far you can go. work is in the setup. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@IngridElkner: @StarterScript Thanks for an insightful chat! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@tracinell: @StarterScript thank you ever so for guesting #scriptchat, awesome night. *saved last cookie for you* :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@JAEL488: @StarterScript Thank you! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb Great chat! Thanks so much...as always! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@jeannevb: Also, next week Balls of Steel RETURNS to @scriptmag! http://t.co/7atjGjR8 #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@StarterScript: @TheWriteScript Thanks for quoting my book! :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@GREGBIELA: RT @jeannevb NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:01 am           




@Jamie_LD: 30 minutes to #tvwriterchat We are discussing American Horror Story #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@jeannevb: @LisaGProsek love our #scriptchat community. Thx for joining us each week!
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@tracinell: follow him. for reals. #SS RT @scriptchat: Give @StarterScript a #FF for a great job tonight! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@LisaGProsek: RT @jeannevb: Also, next week Balls of Steel RETURNS to @scriptmag! http://t.co/IdPs2Q4H #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@kim_garland: Yay, Doug! RT @jeannevb: NEXT WEEK join us for @byDougRich, writer of DIE HARD 2, HOSTAGE, BAD BOYS and more #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@jeannevb: RT @Jamie_LD: 30 minutes to #tvwriterchat We are discussing American Horror Story #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:02 am           




@tracinell: Thanks @jeannevb and #treefort for another great night. :) #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@LisaGProsek: @jeannevb I love the community, too! Great people! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@MonaLiNYC: "@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/krIGJKVg #scriptchat">Woot!
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@jeannevb: Thanks to all of you for joining us each week & keeping the chat's energy high and fun quotient even higher! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:03 am           




@jeannevb: @tracinell love finding you guys some good guests! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@scriptchat: RT @MonaLiNYC: "@jeannevb: fyi @unkscreenwriter is teaching webinar for @writersstore on HIGH CONCEPT Wed 1pm PST http://t.co/krIGJKVg #scriptchat">Woot!
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@StarterScript: Interesting questions tonight! I may take some and expand them into actual columns with full sentencesn #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@rebelshea: @StarterScript @jeannevb Thanks for the chat. Lots of good info. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@IngridElkner: Scriptchat group, renamed: 'Bridesmaids, Meh' #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:04 am           




@jeannevb: You are very welcome! RT @rebelshea: @StarterScript @jeannevb Thanks for the chat. Lots of good info. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@jeannevb: Yes! RT @StarterScript: Interesting questions tonight! I may take some and expand them into actual columns with full sentencesr #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@Jamie_LD: @StarterScript Thanks for being our guest tonight. Great chat. #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@LisaGProsek: That's great! :) RT @IngridElkner: Scriptchat group, renamed: Bridesmaids, MehI #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           




@jeannevb: @StarterScript I'll post the transcript in a little bit and send you the link. Thanks again, Adam. Great job! #scriptchat
February 13, 2012, 2:05 am           


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