Got A Bite!

Well, a lot can happen in just 72 hours. In my last blog, "Making It Up As I Go," I talked about time and the lack there of. I then hit some small details in my writing pursuits. As you may recall, my screenplay The Scarlet has been my white whale in the sales department. Only little nibbles here and there from modest independent film companies. Today, though, was a big bite. One of the larger independent production houses in L.A. has requested The Scarlet. Now let's see if I can reel them in for a sale.

It’s been a long and winding road marketing this script. Some ups and a lot of downs, but the ups always kept me going. It’s a lot like playing golf. All you need is one good birdie and you’ll be back, forking over the green fees and whacking away at that little white ball that mocks your every effort.

This would be a big step from independent productions to studio productions if this goes well. Fingers, toes, and eyes crossed. I’ll keep you posted on details as they come in.

Also, I wanted to share some good advice that I received from an A list producer the other day. I often reach out to the well established and ask for advice. I have never received a negative response. So, reach and touch someone. Anyway, here's the advice:

It doesn't really matter where you live as long as you are free to travel in
for meetings. That can get annoying, but it will work in direct proportion
to your talent. That is the more talented and in-demand you become, the more
your location doesn't matter. The biggest issue is quality of work. The
next biggest is speed. Ideally both are good, and you will work a lot.

My best advice is write original screenplays that are original, and that are
character based. Also, decide what genre you function best in and stick to
it. Become known for a specific thing before you spread your wings and
experiment in other genre¹s (at least publicly).

Rgds,
L

That's it from Pounding Keys. If you have any questions, comments, or snide remarks, let me know and I'll happily receive all. Have a wonderful weekend.

Gary