Up. Looking for screenwriters.

[Hobbes00]

Hey guys, I was wondering if there are any screenwriters or anyone who loves writing.
I've got a strong idea on how my upcoming short is gonna to be.. all I need now is to write a good script out - due to my n00b command of english I would prefer to get a writer to write it..
It's gonna be a short about hate, anger and blood. With a simple cast of about ten people (most prob foreigners) and an estimated 7mins screen time.
So before I get the ball rolling to souce for fundings and crew, I would very much wanna hammer the plot and script in place.

Regards!!
David / 94382788

[jaegersing]

Originally Posted by Hobbes00 Hey guys, I was wondering if there are any screenwriters or anyone who loves writing. I've got a strong idea on how my upcoming short is gonna to be.. all I need now is to write a good script out - due to my n00b command of english I would prefer to get a writer to write it.. It's gonna be a short about hate, anger and blood. With a simple cast of about ten people (most prob foreigners) and an estimated 7mins screen time. So before I get the ball rolling to souce for fundings and crew, I would very much wanna hammer the plot and script in place. Regards!! David / 94382788

Hi David. I've written a lot of song lyrics, but no dialogue so far. If you don't get a better offer, I'd be very willing to give it a try. We could start with a short section and see how it works out. Let me know what you think.

Richard

[DXNMedia]

David, I can lend you a few samples of a proper film script and you can write your own from there.

Though scripting isn't my forte, a proper film script allows the director to visualise the scenes and break it down into shots....so in order to write one, you must be able to think like a director, and yourself would be the best person to do it since it is your own idea.
No point in getting someone else to write it for you.

Here, i boldly attempt to create a sample of roughly how a script should look like, and how it should feel in letting the director visualise the shots.


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Example:

INT. DAY PRISON CELL
Camera tracks along the various empty cells. It reveals a haggard man sitting on the floor inside a cell. Offscreen, we hear footsteps & heavy clinging sounds of keys. A warden walk towards the cell and opens the heavy gate.
Prison Warden
Get up, we're moving you to another prison

The haggard man slowly looks up at the police officer and struggles to stand up on his feet.
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In my own visualisation of the sample script, I would see about 12 shots in this little example...other directors may have different visualisation and intrepretations.....so as your own director of your own script, you'd know best!

I hope u get what i am trying to point out to u.

[GhostSG]

Hey David,

Panasonic film fiesta coming round the corner, followed by Canon competition. So far what's your plans for short films? Need help can call me lar. I enjoy the fun of making short films in a group.

Clifton
HP94881752
www.heevproduction.com

[Hobbes00]

Hi guys thanks for your advices and help.. will contact you guys
GhostSG, sure man! will include u in

[plsoong]

hmmmmm...
what are you pro's advise?

I've got a story in mind and an idea of how the movie should show, but i dunno how to shoot well...... but know what settings the characters and movies should be in...


what should be the first thing i do?

[shojibake]

Get a script, and do a shot list?

[wrkshy]

Here's what I usually do:

First step is to get your ideas organised. When my ideas are all in my head, it's easier to think when I write it out. Decide what your movie is about. You should be able to summarise it in one or two sentences.

Then write everything down - all the scenes you're imagining, ideas for dialogue, setting...even if they are not in sequence.

Next, arrange your scenes in sequence. I usually don't bother with writing out a 'proper' script first. I either work with text boxes, or drawing out a storyboard. If you're working with another writer or DOP, it helps when it comes to explaining the story and what you're trying to achieve. Check back to the two-sentence plot summary you wrote at the beginning. Does your story still fit? Or has it changed?

Work on a screenplay. Be prepared to write and rewrite it such that you don't have any redundant scenes or dialogue.

Work on a shooting script - that is, the kind of shots you want to flow with your dialogue. Edit out on paper any redundant shots that you think don't help with the flow of the story.

Work out production details - recce and find details of set-ups, props, characters' costumes etc, time and budget ... details have to be worked out for your shoot crew.

Of course, this is just a guideline. Many directors have their own way of working - like, going out to shoot first, and then honing their story later.

Good luck, and have fun!

[Johnaturn]

Originally Posted by wrkshy Here's what I usually do: First step is to get your ideas organised. When my ideas are all in my head, it's easier to think when I write it out. Decide what your movie is about. You should be able to summarise it in one or two sentences. Then write everything down - all the scenes you're imagining, ideas for dialogue, setting...even if they are not in sequence. Next, arrange your scenes in sequence. I usually don't bother with writing out a 'proper' script first. I either work with text boxes, or drawing out a storyboard. If you're working with another writer or DOP, it helps when it comes to explaining the story and what you're trying to achieve. Check back to the two-sentence plot summary you wrote at the beginning. Does your story still fit? Or has it changed? Work on a screenplay. Be prepared to write and rewrite it such that you don't have any redundant scenes or dialogue. Work on a shooting script - that is, the kind of shots you want to flow with your dialogue. Edit out on paper any redundant shots that you think don't help with the flow of the story. Work out production details - recce and find details of set-ups, props, characters' costumes etc, time and budget ... details have to be worked out for your shoot crew. Of course, this is just a guideline. Many directors have their own way of working - like, going out to shoot first, and then honing their story later. Good luck, and have fun!

same here.. esp the last part.. HAF FUN! gd luck dude!