That's foulNot straight up stealing your work, but some contests or things like mentorship programs etc. will have you submit a script and in the fine print you'll see that part of submitting is they have the right (or option) on the script for 6 months/a year or some shyt.
I was gonna enter a writer's scheme a year ago (forgot the name) and I saw that in the fine print if I made it to the last 50, they'd have rights to my script for a year without having to pay me.
I'd get paid if it was sold, but normally an option like that comes with money. They just straight up would have those rights for free and I wouldn't be able to sell it myself because I made it on their "shortlist"
Always read the terms top to bottom.
The Coli's Screenwriting/Filmmaking Thread [Share tips, etc]
- Thread starter CEITEDMOFO
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I think a problem a lot of people have with creative outlet/dreams is the end goal vision in their head. Forget all that, just doing it should bring you joy/sense of accomplishment because it's your desire. If it doesn't, maybe this isn't for you. Everything just isn't for anyone not because it's hard but because the resistance outweighs the desire.
To anyone reading just get into I.T. instead if you focused on the bread/simply trying to run away from your day job. Not trying to discourage anyone but if just the process of getting your imagination going isn't fun to you, Why are doing this? Really ask yourself PLEASE.
You're writing a screenplay not a movie. A movie is in the hands of the director and actors. All the writers here give yourself credit, writing a screenplay isn't so easy and quick.
What books you've read on writing a novel? What's the last few novels you've read?
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
Started my third screenplay this year. This one is an adult comedy. Should have 6-7 pages done before I call it a day. 
satireprod
Superstar
Started my third screenplay this year. This one is an adult comedy. Should have 6-7 pages done before I call it a day.
I gotta find the initiative to go and get it like that. You're on it.
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
Been slacking too long, dude. This year I put in more work since I "officially" started in 2015. Plus I gotta make something outta myself ASAP. Can't go on being life's jobber.
satireprod
Superstar
Ironically in the same boat (2015), I know those feels bruhBeen slacking too long, dude. This year I put in more work since I "officially" started in 2015. Plus I gotta make something outta myself ASAP. Can't go on being life's jobber.
I gotta start trying to make some things happen
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
Ironically in the same boat (2015), I know those feels bruh
I gotta start trying to make some things happen
I've already had two ideas used in Hollywood (Superstore and Gemini Man). Can't let these others slip.
satireprod
Superstar
I've already had two ideas used in Hollywood (Superstore and Gemini Man). Can't let these others slip.
No doubt. On another note, that shows you have big time ideas to make it, just have to put in the work and network/have the right connections to get on.
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
To be fair, my idea for Gemini Man wasn't exactly the same concept. There may be a chance I could use the idea in a remix (if I decide to do something).
Superstore, though.
But yeah, the connections thing is next in line. I'm out here in LA county, too, so that gives me a major advantage. Only problem is I don't know where to begin. I was thinking of sending a script in to a competition to help me get noticed.
satireprod
Superstar
To be fair, my idea for Gemini Man wasn't exactly the same concept. There may be a chance I could use the idea in a remix (if I decide to do something).
Superstore, though.
But yeah, the connections thing is next in line. I'm out here in LA county, too, so that gives me a major advantage. Only problem is I don't know where to begin. I was thinking of sending a script in to a competition to help me get noticed.
Yeah being in LA county/area definitely gives you an edge. Placing high in certain competitions can help, Ive seen it, especially since you're writing screenplays.
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
I just started screenplays this year, too. I still need to learn the screenplay formula. I have the 3 act structure down, but I need to work on subplots, character dilemma(s), mid-act "reveals," and I'm sure there's more. Plus outlines and treatments are foreign to me. I have my own way of outlining tho.
satireprod
Superstar
Dope. I've been writing TV pilots. I think next year I'm going to finally try my hand at doing a screenplay or two.
MenacingMonk
Tranquilo
The more you do the better. Next thing I wanna tackle is the hour long drama tv show.
satireprod
Superstar
You're right about that. Having a deep portfolio help sell you as a writer.
Yeah, 3 of my pilots are hour long dramas.
