Quoted from Reef Dreamer Can we set the script in the present day? As I read it this would not be possible as we are in the 21st century.

I'd like to answer your questions on this OWC but in order to avoid confusion it's probably best if I leave the specifics up to Don.  

However, I will say that there's only been a few scripts that were ever DQ'd from OWCs and generally the reason they were DQ'd wasn't because they strayed a small amount from the genre/theme.  

Backing up Brett and Pia on this one.

I was ready for a short.  I've recently written several feature lengths in a row, and needed something to 'clean the palate' so to speak.  But...witches don't intrigue me particularly as a topic, and I don't want to start a feature length that I'm not looking to finish.  So I'm stepping aside (sigh) - unless inspiration suddenly strikes from the heavens before the deadlne.  Which could, of course, happen.

Though I'm up to reading other's stuff when the submissions go up on the boards.  So, will sit back and see what results....!

Think I'm out as well. Ironically, the feature I've been working on is about a witch, although it is horror. Don't feel at all inspired to start another feature about the nasty bitches.

Guess this will be a small turn out, so I'll try to read any that get posted by avid members...

James

Got the ball rolling already, thanks to a Cornie suggestion!

I think it's easier than a 'normal' short, as you don't have to try and have a decent ending- well, maybe further down the track perhaps.

Looks like my hope for a comedy came through after all...

Quoted from stevie Got the ball rolling already, thanks to a Cornie suggestion! I think it's easier than a 'normal' short, as you don't have to try and have a decent ending- well, maybe further down the track perhaps. Looks like my hope for a comedy came through after all...

Don't tell me, a failing band in Liverpool is visited by a kind witch called Penny Lane....

Quoted from Reef Dreamer Don't tell me, a failing band in Liverpool is visited by a kind witch called Penny Lane....

Probably very close.

Clarification:

1)  There is no reason one couldn't write a 10 page short rather than the first 10 pages.  My initial challenge was going to the be "Cashback" challenge wherein a 18 minute short - Cashback was extended into a feature film Cashback (highly recommend this film if for no other reason than the awesome nudity).

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Quoted from leitskev ...Not sure what "not horror" means..., especially when in the world of witches. I will go with the assumption that it means no slash and gore. I assume supernatural is ok, and even spooky supernatural.

"not horror" means any other genre other than horror, e.g., (but not limited to) Comedy, Sci Fi, Drama, Supernatural, Noir, Children's, Documentary, Family, Silent, Mystery, Thriller, Action, Adventure, etc.

3)

Quoted from Ledbetter This kind of has a Movie Poet feel to it to be honest.

Thank you for the compliment.

4)

Quoted from Ledbetter After the 10 pages are submitted, then what?

That is a secret

5)

Quoted from Ledbetter Not to mention, witches have been DONE TO DEATH.

I'd like to see if someone can do something different.

6)

Quoted from Ledbetter Why is this so vague? Normally Don spells out the exact intent of the challange.

I like to try and balance the challenges between narrowly defined themes and genres and more open ended challenges where the writer can use his/her imagination.  

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Quoted from Ledbetter ALSO, ANY REASON WHY 10 PAGES WERE MENTIONED  5 TIMES?

Repitition is the key to learning.

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Quoted from Ledbetter Sorry. Just doesn't seem inspired at all. Have fun everyone.

here is some inspiration (image from actrices.webs.com.)  If you get the reference, please do NOT post it on the boards.  I don't want to sway anyone's interpretation of the challenge.

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Quoted from stevie And the writing can technically not make sense - as long as it doesn't end mid-scene - as the entire script will probably not be ever finished?

Dude, it better make sense.  If someone reads the first ten pages of your feature and it doesn't make sense, it'll get tossed an the reader will go onto the next one.

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Quoted from Reef Dreamer Ok, silly question time. Can we set the script in the present day? As I read it this would not be possible as we are in the 21st century.

Not a silly question.  Apologies, I was going to say 21st century and then I thought I'd confuse people.  I've modified the theme to "Witches in the 20th Century or 21st Century"

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Quoted from mcornetto Due to the unexpected nature of this challenge - the 7WC will, of course, contain an option to continue this script.

Apologies, Michael.  I completely forgot you were ginning up for a 7WC.  

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Quoted from Felipe This should be anonymous to add to the fun!

Yes, anonymous


Don

Quoted from Don Clarification: 1)  There is no reason one couldn't write a 10 page short rather than the first 10 pages.

i think i might have to exorcize that option.

Funny. I've got an idea for a non-horror script about witches in the works. Unfortunately, it's a period piece and wouldn't work translated to a 20th century setting, even if it was 1900.

Regardless, I've got a rough idea I'm toying around with for the OWC at the moment. Unfortunately, it'd probably be a self-contained short. I'd rather not start a new feature with it. I'll see where I get with a short in mind though. If I can come up with something decent, I'm in.

Sorry Don, I didn't mean it wouldn't make sense in that fashion. I meant, well I dunno now!

Am still going with the original concept - hope to have it done today.

Quoted from Penoyer79 i think i might have to exorcize that option.

Was that a pun or did you mean exercise?  Sorry, I can't help but ask.

you got it buddy,.

although even if it wasnt inteded - you gave me such a clean getaway by asking.... i'd never admit otherwise

After giving it some thought, I'm in.
In fact, I'm going to base it on a true story, although names will be changed to protect the sane.
But... that said, I'm going to be up front about this.

1 - If it winds up being good, that's great. (subjectivity aside)

2 - Aside from polishes before submission, I won't be rewriting it or turning it into a feature. It is of low priority, I have other things I'm working on. I was *this close* to passing.

Best of luck to all.

Was watching some good old cartoons when finally an idea struck! It strays away from the stereotypical witch but in some cultures, that's the only witch they know of, which has no similarities to an ugly hag on a broom .

Perhaps Don/somebody could clarify if it HAS to be this type of witch?

http://www.printactivities.com/ColoringPages/Witch-Coloring-Pages/Witch-on-broom-01.gif

Quoted from nawazm11 Was watching some good old cartoons when finally an idea struck! It strays away from the stereotypical witch but in some cultures, that's the only witch they know of, which has no similarities to an ugly hag on a broom . Perhaps Don/somebody could clarify if it HAS to be this type of witch? http://www.printactivities.com/ColoringPages/Witch-Coloring-Pages/Witch-on-broom-01.gif

I can safely say with 100% certainty that it does NOT have to be that type of witch.