I love this site, and everyone who visits it. None of my friends write. I finally found a place where I can talk about my hobby and skill.

But some people here like provoking, and I don't like taking part in that. So that's why I usually wont post on these threads. By proking I mean they will bash writers... (A.K.A. the guy who wrote that Power Rangers Script.)

Just because you are a better writer doesn't mean you can push around the new writers. Give them constructive criticism so they can get better. You should realize that we were all noobies at one point.

That's my problem with some of the threads.

Quoted from James Fields Just because you are a better writer doesn't mean you can push around the new writers. Give them constructive criticism so they can get better. You should realize that we were all noobies at one point.

well said.

i think it's important to point out not all newbies to the board are newbies to writing.  

Quoted from James Fields I love this site, and everyone who visits it. None of my friends write. I finally found a place where I can talk about my hobby and skill.

I hear ya.  None of my friends write either, some don't even read, and one reads but finds scrrenplay format hard to concentrate on, which makes it difficult to get critiques.  And if I do manage to get critiques, it's usually something like "It was funny", or "it was good".  yeah, thanks.

Quoted from SwapJack i think it's important to point out not all newbies to the board are newbies to writing.

I agree, although this is usually discovered through the quality of scripts as opposed to quality of posts.

One thing I've noticed throughout this thread is the mention of directing a producer here.  Why would I direct a producer to the discussion board?  If a producer is interested in reading my script after seeing my query, I would simply email them a copy of the script.  If for some reason they were interested in seeing more of my work, I would suggest other works which I could also email or, in a rare circumstance, direct them to the SS main page where they could search my name.

The SS main page and discussion forum are two completely different entities.  The main page being a place for us to showcase our scripts, and the forum for submitters of said scripts to get to know one another.

It just so happens that some of us are asses.

I've purposely not contributed to this thread up until now for a reason, to see how this community dealt with the issue and what, if any, conclusions could be gleaned from this excellent debate.

I'd like to offer a big thank you to Breanne who originally started this thread. Her contribution as a writer to SimplyScripts  are beyond compare. Breanne not only is a wonderful screenwriter, who has a distinctive and original voice as a story-teller, but she offers equally as much with her insight, intelligence and yes, her humor too..  Breanne, as always, made some fine points in the introduction to this thread and I personally would like to thank her for the points she made, her valued support, and her kindness..

I'd also like to offer my thanks to other members of SimplyScripts, George, Bert, Phil, Andy, Wes, Greg, Pia and many other I've forgot to mention, for their input, their thoughts and their wisdom regarding the complex nature of this board.

But most of all, I'd like to thank those members who originally stimulated this debate by their unacceptable behavior and attitudes. I appreciate your apologies and I accept them with the good grace in which they were given.

I'd also like to thank Don for his patience and understanding and now realize I can learn a lot from a man like you. Your intentions, with regards to the existence of SimplyScripts, are honorable and I too believe you strike the right balance for all members whatever the age or level of competence.

For my part, I’ll continue to frequent this site, offer my services to read and review screenplays short or long and to provide constructive criticism and honest unbiased opinion with the view of helping others to achieve their aims and goals in life. This is a fantastic site provided by Don and maybe this debate can wind up now so we can all return to the main pleasure of visiting this site, to read, review and post our comments so we can all grow and develop as writers..

I too offer my apologies and hope the matter is now closed.. Or should I say locked?


Kevan

Quoted from Shelton None of my friends write either, if I do manage to get critiques, it's usually something like "It was funny", or "it was good".  yeah, thanks.

All I get is "that was great, Mom!" can you make me some cookies now?

Quoted from Shelton One thing I've noticed throughout this thread is the mention of directing a producer here.  Why would I direct a producer to the discussion board? The SS main page and discussion forum are two completely different entities.  The main page being a place for us to showcase our scripts, and the forum for submitters of said scripts to get to know one another.

There have also been numerous mentions in other threads of scripts being discovered here by producers, directors and others in the business. Those scripts were probably found on the Unproduced Scripts page rather than the message board and most likely not under General Chat.

Quoted from tomson There have also been numerous mentions in other threads of scripts being discovered here by producers, directors and others in the business. Those scripts were probably found on the Unproduced Scripts page rather than the message board and most likely not under General Chat.

I can attest to that, since I received a handful of emails regarding High Stakes after I submitted a revision.

thats impressive.

Quoted from tomson There have also been numerous mentions in other threads of scripts being discovered here by producers, directors and others in the business. Those scripts were probably found on the Unproduced Scripts page rather than the message board and most likely not under General Chat.

I've chosen the more aggressive route of getting my scripts into the hands of directors by actually looking for them.  I can't depend on them coming here.

BTW, I have someone interested in producing Price Check on Fiilm Noir.  He's done one or two period pieces before and is figuring out how feasible it would be.


Phil

Quoted from dogglebe I've chosen the more aggressive route of getting my scripts into the hands of directors by actually looking for them.  I can't depend on them coming here.

You being agressive?
I always imagined you as this ultra soft and loving guy, showering people with praise and warm fuzzies.

My approach is different as well.
I'm worming my way in the sweet and sugary way. It's working ok so far. In fact I'm getting so good on the phone, I'm thinking seriously about getting a 900 number.
Whatever it takes.

Quoted from tomson You being agressive? I always imagined you as this ultra soft and loving guy, showering people with praise and warm fuzzies.

Do freshly-killed kitties and bunnies count as warm fuzzies (they are still warm)?  If so, you got that part right.

Quoted from tomson My approach is different as well. I'm worming my way in the sweet and sugary way. It's working ok so far. In fact I'm getting so good on the phone, I'm thinking seriously about getting a 900 number. Whatever it takes.

Giggidy giggidy!

What have you got?


Phil