the best script dumps ever were the Scriptshadow newsletter where he used to send links to everyone and there was a torrent on demonoid years ago of like 1000 scripts, and it was basically every new movie of the next 5 years. I got spoiled and thought there'd be more, but since everyone turned on Carson, even he doesn't send out scripts anymore. I have no idea where to look for exclusives, but im still hundreds deep from that torrent.
The Coli's Screenwriting/Filmmaking Thread [Share tips, etc]
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#DatGuyWelbz
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not the best writer, but i have a ton of ideas for scripts for movies/tv. can you shop those or you need an actual script to shop around?
doesn't even matter if you're a great writer, it's all about who you know, and how much you're willing to pimp yourself
not saying i am a great writer with great ideas, but i know no one of value and literally find it nearly impossible to "sell myself." dirtiest feeling in the world to me
Thug Waffle
Da Bears
you can write a treatment, which is basically just a really short version of a script that covers all the notable plot points. so you'll still have to hash out a full story, but you just won't have to put it into as many words. treatments are tough to sell if you're not already in the biz, though. it might be in your best interest to pair up with a buddy who is a good writer and can help you bring your ideas to life. a full script is easier to sell, no doubt.
the best thing about screenwriting is that you don't necessarily have to be the best "writer" from a linguistic standpoint. as long as you can organize a cohesive story and write some decent dialogue, you can write a decent feature script. you don't need to have C-3PO's vocabulary
also please don't try to write scripts without having read at least five that have been produced. you can also pick up a screenwriting book called "Save the Cat!" which I think sucks ass but a lot of people swear by it. just be warned, the author's claim to fukking fame is Blank Check lol
#DatGuyWelbz
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I just remember watching Leno back in the day and he was at Writers convention and he had a audience game to see which "film/movie idea" was legit or not. but thanks ill look into treatments.
#DatGuyWelbz
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Like I have great ideas (well to me) but when it comes to dialogue and stuff I probably suck. Like i see tv show credits and it says created by... but then I know tv shows have like 10-15 writers as well. so what does the "creator" actually do?
NobodyReally
Superstar
For the scriptwriters here, what would you say are the biggest differences between script writing and writing a novel? I have a lot of ideas for novels, but I'm wondering if a few of them could be scripts for a ongoing series or a movie.
Thug Waffle
Da Bears
well, i've never written a novel, but i've written some short stories, and i find that writing your movie ideas out as traditional prose can go a long way in helping you flesh out the details of the world, the characters' mannerisms, and the overall tone.
but you're talking about taking a novel idea and turning it into a feature. if you are confident you can write the story as a well-constructed novel, then i would go that direction and then adapt your own work for the screen. again, when it comes to selling ideas, it's easier for a no-name writer to sell a novel than it is for them to sell a screenplay, depending on who you know. if you write a script, it's easier for a producer to come up with things to add. if you write a novel, there's gonna be so much meat there that they will subtract more than they add.
NobodyReally
Superstar
This is great advice. Thanks.I agree wholeheartedly. And the new films being released every week are a clear sign. Sequels, reboots, remakes, tv shows turned into movies, large blockbusters, etc.
Continuously just released what you already have or doing that big budget CGI has gotten tedious and this is because of the same 50-100 regular writers in Hollywood. If Hollywood spent more time on amateur writers (with good scripts of course), they could sell an original film on a budget of 10 million and see major payouts, rather than those of 100 mill and up.
