Traditionally, screenwriters make money if someone produces a project from the writer’s script. They are paid by the script (or draft, in some circles), and the dollar figure runs $5,000 to $50,000 as a general rule. My business model is different for the screenplays in this book. The way these …
Working Title of the Script: “The Pixie Girl League” Film Synopsis / log line: A shy, awkward, nerdy guy and a manic Pixie Girl discuss the internet, video games, and how to meet attractive women. What could possibly go wrong with that? Locations: 1 Casting: 1 actor, 2 actresses, and some miscellaneous …
Do you have a family member who’s making movies with cel phones, editing (or even animating) them, and posting the results on YouTube? We hear occasionally from parents who are excited about 26 Short Screenplays for Independent Filmmakers. Here’s what they tell us they like: Their kids like the book. …
Every year, I see articles about how Hollywood is out of ideas, and how we are about to be subjected to a series of sequels and remakes. However, I often find myself pleasantly surprised by sequels and remakes.
The 1000 Dollar Film Blog is a great way to learn quick and dirty tips about sound design, directing low budget actors, and how to get a good director of photography.
This film is a beautiful example of the cinematic language.