Anyone write scripts?

[webuster]

Has anyone ever wrote movie/tv scripts? I wrote a few tv scripts, just messin' round, and am writing a screenplay. It used to be I wanted to write a book (I still want to- but for now won't)- But I find it easier to write a script- even though many scripts are from novels, you don't need too much detail. almost everyday I get an idea into my head- if it's a simple idea I write down a few lines for the idea, if I get an idea, and am on a speed-thinking bursting with more to the idea- I write pages of a description- soemtimes the whole happenings of the film, so as not to forget. I've even began remembering interesting dreams, and write and draw them. When I finish the current script- I hope to write all my ideas- and someday if I get a little fame (it's easier to be an author and get fame, movie directors have less time) then I'll use my connections to get scripts made. Does anyone ever wite any scripts?

[*GoodMorningCalgary*]

I don't, But I help my friend sometimes to write movie scripts. He wants to be a Filmmaker and he has his first script done called "The Cry for Attention" and we were ready to start renting cameras and boom mikes and everything but then he decided to hold it off until he was finished High School.

[webuster]

I don't think you should hold of making a film, If I wrote a simple script, that I could make with hardly any money ( the script I've wrote now needs some big set parts, but nothing much that I couldn't somehow get- except a few scenes) I would go for it. To make a film that I could somehow get my local cinema to show, I'd promise sponsorships and product placement in the film, and credits, to get some free stuff for a set. I can't even afford to hire a camera (at least I don't think so- IT'S supposedly a buit expensive)- but I want to make at least one amateur film, before I (if I do) get into the film making that includes having 1000's in the credits 9I don't nderstand why so many are needed). Is the script any good? I'd never let anyone help with a script- unless we both started the film idea together, otherwise no, cos sometimeas conflict of interest breaks it up, and compromising could hurt the whole film. Anyways- Good Luck on it all, bye.

[*GoodMorningCalgary*]

Originally posted by webuster
I don't think you should hold of making a film, If I wrote a simple script, that I could make with hardly any money ( the script I've wrote now needs some big set parts, but nothing much that I couldn't somehow get- except a few scenes) I would go for it. To make a film that I could somehow get my local cinema to show, I'd promise sponsorships and product placement in the film, and credits, to get some free stuff for a set. I can't even afford to hire a camera (at least I don't think so- IT'S supposedly a buit expensive)- but I want to make at least one amateur film, before I (if I do) get into the film making that includes having 1000's in the credits 9I don't nderstand why so many are needed). Is the script any good? I'd never let anyone help with a script- unless we both started the film idea together, otherwise no, cos sometimeas conflict of interest breaks it up, and compromising could hurt the whole film. Anyways- Good Luck on it all, bye.

Thanks! Yeah Its a pretty good script. Its about a School shooting, yeah I only help him out once in awhile cause I've read it about a Million times and I just tell him what he should add or take out. But we ran into some problems and he just wants to wait until he's a little older to do the movie.

[ABlairican Pie]

YES!!!! I DEFINITELY write scripts!!!! I am completing an intermediate course with Hollywood Scriptwriting Institute, a school with correspondense courses, and currently I am waiting for my screenplay lesson to return in the mail. My instructor has graded it with his critiques...but the mail seems to be a little too slow...My lesson is basically my 120-page rough draft script which I am going to polish up in the Advanced course.

[webuster]

School Shooting- sounds interesting, I've never seen a film like that before, and am surprised Hollywood isn't doing it yet. Anyway- after all these shootings going on, it would be nice to see a film focusing on the whole subject, to give more view to it all. Good Luck- and If you ever get around to doing it, maybe you could give it one of those 'Online Releases' that seem to be all the rage with WB etc now.

[webuster]

Ablairica, what's your script about? Also- do you HAVE to join the writers guild to have your script protected, and does it cost anything to have it 'protected' to prevent it from being stolen? It's free to have songs copyrighted, I'm not sure about scripts, cos I wanna make sure my scripts aren't ever stolen. Good luck on your script.

[ABlairican Pie]

Originally posted by webuster
Ablairica, what's your script about? Also- do you HAVE to join the writers guild to have your script protected, and does it cost anything to have it 'protected' to prevent it from being stolen? It's free to have songs copyrighted, I'm not sure about scripts, cos I wanna make sure my scripts aren't ever stolen. Good luck on your script.

My script is an action/adventure story involving a swashbuckling Indie/Arnie type guy who has to rescue people from aliens... (Don't wanna give too much away, 'cause I want everyone to sit on the edge of their seats with a popcorn tub when it comes out! ) Also, you can register a script with the Writers Guild of America for only $25.00 if you want it protected. So if someone
comes out with something that LOOKS like your idea too much, you can show proof you originally had the idea. But don't let fear of plagiarism keep you from writing a script!

[webuster]

This sounds interesting, an updated 'hero' and rescuer of Damsels in Distress is your film supposed to be? Is the script finished, or are you adding more to it- are there any alien scenes?

[ABlairican Pie]

Originally posted by webuster
This sounds interesting, an updated 'hero' and rescuer of Damsels in Distress is your film supposed to be? Is the script finished, or are you adding more to it- are there any alien scenes?

Yes, it's pretty much the swashbuckling hero/ DID kinda thing--with some interesting twists--like the alien scenes....The script is finished, but not completely, when I finish the Advanced course,
it will be polished and plot holes, etc., will be filled and the story will be improved and ready to turn into an agent!

[AnaheimPMWitch]

I do In fact I would prefer to be a script writer rather then be and actress or be the on in the limelight I'm more behind the scenes (*Laughs* although I wouldnt mind dating someone famous *coughs* Erik *coughs*) I've got a few going now MOST of them are scripts to shows that are already shows and I have a type of Love Story Script I'm working on now as well

[Jem]

I write scripts in my spare time. I have writer's block now though so I've been putting it off for awhile. I also want to be a director, so I hope to use the scripts I write when and if I direct my first film.

[*PinkLady*]

A couple of times, I've read a book that sounds to me like it would be a good movie, and I've tried to write it out with stage directions and stuff. They usually sound pretty lame, though. I like writing, but I'll stick with books and stories.

[webuster]

I hate it when I get a writer's block, or I set the script to the side for a while- I have to go back and read some of the script, and then the way I've wrote the script (Format) changes, and sometimes accidently create plotholes. I want to write a script for a good novel- maybe, if Lord of the rings doesn't make a prequel, Then The Hobbit. And maybe someday do a little shop of horrors thing- and re-adapt a film, remake a film and the eventually, adapt a film to stage.

[TJL]

I've always been interested in writing for TV and movies. I have taken a few writing courses over the years as well, although I have very few completed scripts.
I did write a spec script for "That 70's Show" for one class. I think it's pretty good, if I do say so myself.
I also have written a few original sitcom scripts, and in whatever spare time I have I'm working on a one hour comedy/drama based on the movie "Author Author."
Alas, I would really love to write scripts professionally, but for now it's just a hobby.

BTW, does anyone here besides me use scriptwriting software?
I use Final Draft, and It's a great program.