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Peter Myers
Writer/Producer and Script Analyst
Interests
There is very little that DOESN'T interest him in life. But he finds people and the things they say and do and create to be the most interesting and the most inspiring.
Movies
movies with poetic moments which take you into the zone. doesn't matter what genre.
About Me
Two feature films have been shot (one in Los Angeles and one in Alaska) based on scripts rewritten according to Peter's analyses. Peter was chosen, along with other produced screenwriters, to contribute a practical exercise to the screenwriter's handbook, "Now Write! Screenwriting", out in bookstores later this year. In 2009, Peter spoke twice to screenwriters in Hollywood about WHAT NOT TO DO IN A SCREENPLAY.
On the writing side, recently, Peter collaborated on a major, page one rewrite of one of his script consulting clients' scripts. Peter will be starting several new feature assignments at the end of the year. As writer and/or producer, Peter is part of three films (as either writer, producer, or both) in a $240 million five-picture slate he put together with Mrs. Stanley Kramer, which is out to investors.
For 2010, Peter has been chosen to rewrite a Western, starring Sam Elliot and Keith Carradine. In 2011, Tarcher/Penguin will publish Peter's advice to writers in NOW WRITE! Screenwriting: Exercises by Today's Best Screenwriters, Teachers and Consultants.
Peter has a total of five projects on the production slates of four different independent motion picture companies.
Producer:
In partnership with New York Film Group, Peter is producing the theatrical feature, VENGEANCE, from his own script. Principal photography planned for 2011. Director attached: Vahe Babaian, (After Freedom, winner, Audience Award, Method Fest). Budget $9.2 million. Distributor letter-of-interest received. Seed money has been raised. Casting of major roles in progress.
Peter co-executive-produced "SPEAK TO THE WORLD," a pilot for an interview show for cable television. He also co-produced and co-wrote "DOUBLE CROSS," a half-hour suspense drama for cable, which was offered a worldwide distribution deal within a month of its completion.
Additionally, Peter was a founding partner and Senior Vice President of Creative Affairs of BlueSky Pictures, an Anglo-Dutch film company which, in concert with Creative Artists Agency, in Los Angeles, developed a motion picture package with Antonio Banderas attached to star, and Michael Cristofer attached to direct.
As BlueSky's head of Creative Affairs, it was Peter's responsibility to make recommendations on all projects submitted to the company, and to advise the CEO of their quality and produceability. In that company, Peter was also involved in raising financing, packaging directors and stars, and getting distributor interest. As such, Peter developed relationships for the company with senior executives at Universal Pictures, Miramax, Sony Pictures Classics and Fox Searchlight Pictures.
Writer:
Peter has either been hired to write, or has optioned, about a dozen theatrical feature scripts to independent producers and has done rewrites on indie projects, for both the big screen and small screen. Short films, a stage play, and numerous public service announcements have been produced from his scripts, among them, the half-hour short, Double Cross, which he also produced with two partners.
Peter has been in dialogue with Oscar nominee, Terrence Howard, to write a theatrical feature, which Terrence would star in and produce. Peter developed his script "Victory Girl" with Best Picture Oscar-winner, Fred Roos.
Peter has done numerous rewrites for independent producers such as a rewrite of a martial arts action feature, and a polish on a satire/romantic comedy for K'n'K Productions. In 2009, he completed another feature rewrite for a client and will be starting on other feature assignments in 2010.
Peter's comedy, The Meshugana Brothers, was awarded an Honorable Mention in the 2005 Thunderbird International Film Festival Screenplay Competition.
Having received seed financing through private equity, Peter and a producing partner have begun pre-preproduction on his packaged project VENGEANCE. Budget: $9.2 million. Principal photography is slated for principal photography in 2011.
Bluewater Productions hired Peter to write a sci-fi/action/thriller, which is completed and currently available. Additionally, Bluewater has optioned three of Peter's treatments, which are in the script development or packaging stages.
Peter has written/co-written/consulted on 41 different independent film, television and theater projects --- (20 sold, including 15 produced short films or public service announcements and 4 feature scripts optioned). His suspense/drama, Double Cross, (which he co-wrote/co-produced), was shot in Malibu, California.
Peter's romantic comedy, The Pickup, was produced for the cable medium. His Chapters in Black American History have aired many times on U.S. syndicated television. His play, John Brown and Frederick Douglass, was produced for the stage.
One of his other hats in life is to help other writers. More information is provided below on his script analysis service.
Peter is a credited script consultant on two feature films shot in Alaska and Los Angeles in January and February, 2009. Before being shot, both scripts were rewritten according to his script analysis recommendations.
Goal
To get entertaining and enlightening truths on the screen, and to help other writers do the same.
Services
Story and Script Analyst
Fee: $3.00 to $10.00 per page
Story and Script Consultant
Fee: $75.00 per hour
Professional Experience
Script Analyst
This is an additional hat I have worn in the last few years
June 2003 - Present
NEED PROFESSIONAL FEEDBACK ON YOUR SCRIPT?
Spot-on script analyses done!
Do you want to take your script to the next level, so it will sell quickly and be made into a great film? Do you also want some feedback on what to do in a rewrite, or on whether the script is ready for the marketplace?
I will give you a spot-on script analysis which shows you both the strong points of your script, which you should NOT change, as well as areas needing improvement.
In contrast to simple coverage, my analyses are extensive write-ups which deal, in specifics, with all the areas which need work in order to make the piece succeed in the marketplace. I examine all aspects of a script including: theme, premise, characterization, character arc, plot, dialogue, structure, rhythm, pacing, tone, and format. Anything which doesn't "work" gets noted down, whether it's the very premise of the story, or a single line of dialogue. Having been the senior creative exec in a production company, I can look at material from a producer's vantage point, as well as a writer's. This and other facets of my service cause many of my clients to recommend me to their fellow writers.
In 2009, two feature films (FROZEN, shot in Alaska, and CAGE FREE, shot in L.A.), were produced, on which I'm a credited script consultant. Before they were shot, they were both rewritten according to my script analysis recommendations.
I have optioned my own, or been hired to write, about a dozen feature films and have had a number of shorts and TV spots produced. I was asked to collaborate on a project with a 2006 Oscar and Golden Globe nominee for Best Actor. And I have developed a script with a Best Picture Oscar-winning producer.
I am also producing one of my own scripts in 2010/2011, on a budget of $9.2 million, so I can definitely give you feedback from the viewpoint of a producer!
My fees are: $75.00 to analyze a 1-2 page synopsis, $150.00 for a 10-20 page treatment, and $250.00 for a full script. You can reach me at 323-821-7349, 323-464-8537 or email me at peterdavidmyers@gmail.com. If you want to check out my bio, it starts on the next page. Screenwriter client testimonials are shown below.
I look forward to hearing from you and to helping you make a great script, which sells, and is made into a satisfying and commercially successful film!
Peter Myers
FOR THE MOST RECENT TESTIMONIALS FROM MY SCREENWRITER CLIENTS, SCROLL TOWARD THE BOTTOM TO "COMMENTS"
AND HERE ARE SOME EARLIER TESTIMONIALS:
Peter Myers evaluation and analysis of my screenplay was key in assisting toward its re-write and completion. Peter first evaluated what was strong about my screenplay. No condescending screenplay bashing going on here! I felt respected as an artist
and encouraged to write on, not stifled or discouraged as so often individuals who we trust our precious "babies" with do. From there he critiqued for continuity and consistency of story and
style. He helped me evaluate what was superfluous so I'd have a tight, moving story. I felt Peter's expert help got me beyond barriers that I would not otherwise been aware of. I very highly recommend Peter for his expertise as a writer/analyst and as a person who can be safe and trustworthy with such a delicate task!
Sincerely, Cassandra Spencer, Los Angeles, Calif.
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Peter was able to help clarify for me weak points on my current project, discover the scenes that were not contributing to the message and/or story,
grammatical and continuity errors and over all direction. I would highly recommend him for script analysis.
Sincerely,
Dharma Wright, Los Angeles, Calif.
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Pete, thanks for sending back the script so quickly.
The rewrite is in progress and your notes -- well, "invaluable" is almost an understatement. You have my unqualified endorsement.
J.M., Los Angeles
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Peter Myers did a thorough- script analysis for me on my soccer-related script. He examined all levels in the piece and told me exactly what I had to do to make it better. I would recommend him to anyone seeking a spot-on analysis of their screenplay.
Michael Hakim, Exiled Entertainment, Beverly Hills, Calif.
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To Whom It May Concern:
I am associated with a French actor/writer, and hired Peter Myers to do an analysis on the script, PINK LIMO. He gave me a 5 1/2-page, single-spaced analysis, which covered all the things needed on how to make the script better. He looked at the project from the creative and marketing angles. He didn't get into destructive criticism, but laser-beamed right to what should be worked on to make the script work fully. He understood the genre, but also discussed many details like story beats and dialogue needing improvement. Plus, he showed knowledge of how greenlighting decisions are made in Hollywood. I would hire him again, as the need arises, and would recommend him to any writer as a competent script analyst.
Sincerely,
Karin Zatt, Westwood, Calif.
MY BIO FOLLOWS:
Peter David Myers
Writer/Producer
In partnership with New York Film Group, Peter is producing the theatrical feature, VENGEANCE from his own script. Principal photography: Fall, 2008. Attachments: Director, Vahe Babaian (After Freedom) and stars L'il Romeo,, Ron Silver, and more to come. Budget $5 million. Seed money has been raised.
Peter co-executive-produced "SPEAK TO THE WORLD," a pilot for an interview show for cable television. He also co-produced and co-wrote "DOUBLE CROSS," a half-hour suspense drama for cable, which was offered a worldwide distribution deal within a month of its completion.
Additionally, Peter was a founding partner and Senior Vice President of Creative Affairs of BlueSky Pictures, an Anglo-Dutch film company which, in concert with Creative Artists Agency, in Los Angeles, developed a motion picture package with Antonio Banderas attached to star, and Michael Cristofer attached to direct.
As BlueSky's head of Creative Affairs, it was Peter's responsibility to make recommendations on all projects submitted to the company, and to advise the CEO of their quality and produceability. In that company, Peter was also involved in raising financing, packaging directors and stars, and getting distributor interest. As such, Peter developed relationships for the company with senior executives at Universal Pictures, Miramax, Sony Pictures Classics and Fox Searchlight Pictures.
Writer:
Terrence Howard, nominated for both a Golden Globe and an Oscar in 2006, is forming a partnership with Peter in order to write a dramatic feature film. The project already has major producer interest.
Peter's script, The Meshugana Brothers: Easy Money, was awarded an Honorable Mention in the 2005 Thunderbird International Film Festival Screenplay Competition.
Peter has written/co-written/consulted on 41 different independent film, television and theater projects --- (20 sold, including 15 produced public service announcements or short films and 4 feature scripts optioned). His suspense/drama, Double Cross, (which he co-wrote/co-produced), was shot in Malibu, California in Summer, 2003.
Peter's romantic comedy, The Pickup, was produced for the cable medium. His Chapters in Black American History have aired many times on U.S. syndicated television. His play, John Brown and Frederick Douglass, was produced for the stage.
Three of Peter's feature treatments, and one full script, are optioned and in the development and/or packaging stages with Bluewater Productions, an independent, Los Angeles development and production company.
Screenwriter
self-employed
May 1990 - Present
I'm a full-time writer/producer, repped by a literary manager. I have had several scripts sold and optioned and two shorts and many PSA's produced. For the past six years, I've been hired consistently to write scripts for producers and investors. I am also hired by other writers to analyze their scripts. Now, I'm in pre-preproduction on one of my own scripts with a parnter in NY, so, on that latter hat of script analyst, I can offer a producer's perspective as well.
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