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Don
Posted: September 17th, 2021, 1:45pm Report to Moderator
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Theme: Goodbye

Two entities are saying goodbye. One entity is leaving on a 'journey' (physical or metaphysical). One or the other (but not both) know the leaving entity isn't coming back. You can't actually write, "I'm/You're/We're not coming back."

Guist: Say, "I'm/You're/We're not coming back," without saying, "I'm/You're/We're not coming back."

Genre: Open (drama, war, scifi, comedy, horror, romance, etc.)

Script length: up to 6 pages

Scripts due to simplyScripts.com/owc on Friday September 24th Midnight EDT

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The "Rules":

  • This isn't a contest - it's a challenge. There are no official prizes.
  • Participants must read and comment/review in the discussion board at least 10 other scripts submitted or your work will be removed (no harm, no foul. I understand that life gets in the way.)
  • You can revise your script as many times as you wish up until the deadline.
  • Do not put your real name(s) on your script; this is an anonymous challenge. However, please use your real name(s) when submitting your script. Writing teams permitted.
  • After the challenge closes you can either have your script removed or resubmit your script with your name on it.
  • Please put ©2021 on your title page.
  • Any questions about the challenge, post them here.
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Sweet. Cool challenge. I'm on it!
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SAC
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… but some dreams do

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Nice one, Don!


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Define "entity."



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Great challenge Don!


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Don
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So, what are you writing?

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Quoted from ReneC
Define "entity."



entity
plural entities
Definition of entity
1a: BEING, EXISTENCE especially : independent, separate, or self-contained existence
b: the existence of a thing as contrasted with its attributes
2: something that has separate and distinct existence and objective or conceptual reality
3: an organization (such as a business or governmental unit) that has an identity separate from those of its members


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Quoted from Don


entity
plural entities
Definition of entity
1a: BEING, EXISTENCE especially : independent, separate, or self-contained existence
b: the existence of a thing as contrasted with its attributes
2: something that has separate and distinct existence and objective or conceptual reality
3: an organization (such as a business or governmental unit) that has an identity separate from those of its members


Just so long as they aren't the entities from The Zero Theorem.


Feature-length scripts:
Who Wants to Be a Princess? (Family)
Glass House (Horror anthology)

TV pilots:
"Kord" (Fantasy)
"Mal Suerte" (Superhero)

Additional scripts are listed here.
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Warren
Posted: September 17th, 2021, 4:28pm Report to Moderator
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Super cool challenge, I'm so strapped for time these days but if something pops up I'll try get it down on the page.


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I'll try and squeeze a few pages of incoherent nonsense into a properly formatted.....thing.


If at first you don't succeed........bribe someone.
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Robert Timsah
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I may have something. If I can squeeze it in 6 pages coherently is the key


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Hmm, how to write the sequel to The Martian in under 6 pages.
Might have to rework Interstellar or Gravity instead.

Or 1917 or Saving Private Ryan....

Characters who could have lived if it weren't for other character's stupidity. Love it.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/alliehayes/movies-whose-characters-couldve-lived-reddit

https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/movies/2016/01/26/rescue-mission-movies/79346422/

I'll be back...
Oh, really? That's what you think.

Just amusing myself in an attempt to inspire.  


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Nice idea. I have to re-write a short I've optioned and change it from based in the US to based in the UK this weekend, but I'll have a think and see what pops up.


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Aaa, I'm getting ready for something which I can't announce here because I'm superstitious.
so, I can't participate, but it sounds fun and a lot of possibility for heartfelt dramas. I miss those, haven't cried after seeing a movie for a long time
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Whoa, this is a great challenge. Hoping I can find time.
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Seems tough to me. Definitely give it a try.


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SAC
Posted: September 21st, 2021, 7:40am Report to Moderator
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… but some dreams do

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Anyone getting any work done on entries? Where ya at?


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I was hoping to, but I have a shoot coming up in a couple of weeks and my AD duties are keeping me pretty busy. There's still time if an idea grabs me though.


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SAC
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… but some dreams do

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Nice. Nothing is coming to me yet. I’m thinking but I don’t want to write just for the hell of it. I want to write something good. This time, anyway.


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I have an idea and a very rough outline. Sometimes that means the pages come fast. Sometimes they never arrive.


PaulKWrites.com

60 Feet Under - Low budget, contained thriller/Feature
The Hand of God - Low budget, semi-contained thriller/Feature
Wait Till Next Year - Disney-style family sports comedy/Feature

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I've had a few ideas, but nothing that's grabbing me by the nipples just yet. Still got plenty of time though.
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Same here as well. No idea as such but, I'll still try.


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SAC
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Quoted from Zack
I've had a few ideas, but nothing that's grabbing me by the nipples just yet. Still got plenty of time though.


Oh, if only I was there.


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I may just have to...


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Quoted from Mr. Blonde
I may just have to...


Do it.


Quoted from SAC


Oh, if only I was there.


Promises, promises.  
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Ah man, no way I'm getting something in. Time is not something I have lately :/

Good luck to all that enter.


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I don't know if I have anything yet, but...

Clarification from Don, or anyone else please -

The going away forever and not coming back is not allowed to be verbalised.
It can be acknowledged verbally however that they are saying goodbye.

Bit dim maybe, but I'm having trouble getting my head around it.



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I took it to be like the following...

Allowed


Quoted Text
Minnie slouches on a sofa, eyes glued to a shitty soap opera.

Mike grabs his car keys, opens the front door.

                      Mike
       I'm just popping out to get some milk.

Mike stares at Minnie, she doesn't respond.

He sighs, checks his pocket, he has his passport
and a one-way ticket.

                     Mike
         Goodbye, darling.

Mike closes the door behind him.


Not allowed


Quoted Text
Minnie slouches on a sofa, eyes glued to a shitty soap opera.

Mike grabs his car keys, opens the front door.

                   Mike
I'm just popping out to get some milk.

Mike stares at Minnie, she doesn't respond.

He sighs, checks his pocket, he has his passport
and a one-way ticket.

                    Mike
            Goodbye, darling. Oh and by the way
           I am NOT coming back you stupid bint.

Mike closes the door behind him.


Feature

42.2

Two steps to writing a good screenplay:
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Haha! Cracked me up.
Thanks Matt.


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I have an idea which might work or might not, idk. Still, I'll try to give it a go.


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It's taken me longer then expected to do the rewrite but it's finally done. Not sure I'll have time for this as I've no ideas at the moment but not giving up yet.


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Oh man, this sounds like such a simple challenge but actually getting something in that's no more than 6 pages is tough.



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No sh*t, there I was....

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I'm struggling. A couple thoughts, that remain as thoughts. I've tomorrow off so we'll see what happens....
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Had to be pretty relentless with the edit but managed to keep it within 6 pages. Now I just hope it meets the rest of the criteria.

Good luck to everyone who's taking part.


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Three days to write, four to prepare for the heaping of manure it’ll receive.



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Alright. I'm satisfied with what I was able to conjure up, which of course means you lot might be horribly offended.

I'm in.  
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Alright. I'm satisfied with what I was able to conjure up, which of course means you lot might be horribly offended.

I'm in.  


Nice, Zack! So, if I have this right, we should be expecting a few murders, lots of blood, lots of gore. And a naked dude.


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Nice, Zack! So, if I have this right, we should be expecting a few murders, lots of blood, lots of gore. And a naked dude.


Dudes. Naked DUDES.  

Speaking of naked dudes... What are your thoughts on those photos that I sent you?
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Dudes. Naked DUDES.  

Speaking of naked dudes... What are your thoughts on those photos that I sent you?


Daddy like.


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Sorry. Between the re-write and a week from hell at work I'm burnt out. Best of luck to this who entered and ill try my best to take part in the next one.


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Only 4 hours left! Who all is in?
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I’m in.


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Ugh. Three hours to go. Doubtful, seeing as only a vague idea.

Good luck guys!


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Quoted from LC
Ugh. Three hours to go. Doubtful, seeing as only a vague idea.

Good luck guys!


A vague idea is all you need, Woman! Get something in!
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Got it done.

Pulling teeth, but I got it done.


PaulKWrites.com

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Wait Till Next Year - Disney-style family sports comedy/Feature

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I’m in.



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Quoted from RolandJ
I’m in.

Yay, well done, Roland! So, now start reading and sharing your reviews.
Sadly I did not cross the line.

The consolation prize seems to be noticing Zack's new avatar and laughing myself silly over it.




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Quoted from LC


The consolation prize seems to be noticing Zack's new avatar and laughing myself silly over it.




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