Logical Spiritualism has produced a list of 20 ways to develop a three dimensional character. I have found that focusing on an actors voice or speech patterns helps me. I used Nathan Lane's distinct mannerisms and way of speaking when I was writing the character of Gene Alidy for the Singing Volcano script. I could hear his voice in my head while I was writing the dialogue.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Screenwriting resources and loglines
This web link lists various film production companies that are interested in a variety of screenplays.
In order to catch the interest of a producer or director it is important to write a catchy logline. The online resource Inktip offers ideas for creating a logline. It suggests that the logline (a one word sentance that describes the movie) should be created with the same care as the screenplay. The site recommends developing 10 versions of a logline and running them by people at the same age as the target audience. Go with the line that will make most of them want to go to the movie.
In order to catch the interest of a producer or director it is important to write a catchy logline. The online resource Inktip offers ideas for creating a logline. It suggests that the logline (a one word sentance that describes the movie) should be created with the same care as the screenplay. The site recommends developing 10 versions of a logline and running them by people at the same age as the target audience. Go with the line that will make most of them want to go to the movie.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
10 Commandments of Creativity
David Goldwich has outlined the ten commandments of creativity on his web page. They are listed below.
Edward DeBono also has several very good books on structural ways to produce creative thoughts. There is a brief video clip below.
- Thou art creative
- Thou shalt get out of thy comfort zone
- Thou shalt change thy environment
- Thou shalt try new things
- Thou shalt honor thy intuition
- Thou shalt seek several options
- Thou shalt justify thy efforts
- Thou shalt seek input from others
- Thou shalt believe thou will succeed
- Thou shalt take action
Edward DeBono also has several very good books on structural ways to produce creative thoughts. There is a brief video clip below.
John Cleese recommends that you sleep on an idea when you get stuck He also has found that you need an oasis for creativity. He notes that people who have no idea what they are doing do not know they have no idea what they are doing. I refer to this as unconscious incompetence.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Tips for a screenplay presentation
Prasenjit Biswas offers advice on delilvering a pitch for a screenplay. A couple points appear to be very important. When you tell a story leave some parts to the imagination. You are selling yourself along with the screenplay. Don't rush the description. Add an air of mystery and don't be afraid to use pauses.
I have not done a formal pitch for my screenplay yet. I have had conversations with people in the business. It appears that there are many routes to getting the screenplay to film.
Paul Lawrence offers sound advice on script marketing. He activates forming a marketing strategy, cultivating relationships and getting representation.
I have not done a formal pitch for my screenplay yet. I have had conversations with people in the business. It appears that there are many routes to getting the screenplay to film.
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| http://www.paullawrenceproductions.com/script/index.shtml Paul is the man in the blue T-shirt on the set of "Cruel World" |
Paul Lawrence offers sound advice on script marketing. He activates forming a marketing strategy, cultivating relationships and getting representation.
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