Got me thinking

# Contained - low budget shoot

# Female lead - like that, decent challenge

# action, thriller

# I would add - stand out concept , something that would appeal to actors and the general public

The lead is going to be pivotal, IMO. Perhaps that's obvious but some need that extra character

Not sure how this was done before but I do like the idea of working from a log line forwards - hopefully give it focus

Thinking cap on - no guarantees but it wasn't beforehand so that's cool

Oh, and Libby's point about writers often giving poor feedback as they keep thinking how they would write it is exactly my flaw. Need to work on that

Open budget sounds fair... especially if it means more writers picking up the pen.

Quoted from IamGlenn I'd be interested in this. Could do with the challenge right now. My only worry is I've only written one feature and started another. Don't know if I'm at an acceptable level. I do like challenging myself though..

I think you're adequately equipped to handle a feature considering Anything For Love, which I read quite a bit of btw, just haven't had any free time to comment on it - sorry for that, but nevertheless, I'd say go for it.

Quoted from DustinBowcot Open budget sounds fair... especially if it means more writers picking up the pen.

Yeah I think folk should have freedom - I just fancy the challenge of high concept/ low budget - improve my chances of it being filmed from none to very close to none

Trying to make notes now -  alas a phone isn't really very good for that !

Quoted from Reef Dreamer Got me thinking # Female lead - like that, decent challenge

If it does end up being this it will be interesting to see how some of you guys write lead female characters. Perhaps a collaboration might be needed for some. Just a thought...

I've learned a lot about writing dialogue for male characters from just being around guys, and one in particular...

Quoted from Bill The lead is going to be pivotal, IMO. Perhaps that's obvious but some need that extra character

Am I having a blonde moment? What do you mean by that latter statement - 'extra character'?

I'm wondering how the comment/feedback works in one of these.  Reading and commenting on, say, 15 features is a big commitment.

How did that work out last time?

Henry

Check it out here, Henry:

http://www.simplyscripts.net/cgi-bin/Blah/Blah.pl?b-OWC0714/

and here for the first 10, given this was done in 1+6 format:

http://www.simplyscripts.net/cgi-bin/Blah/Blah.pl?b-OWC0714/m-1404594460/s-new/

Thanks, Libby. Will check it out.

Ug.  I just started a rom-com, and there are other things on my plate as well.  I'm out... at least for now.  Dammit.  (((  But looking forward to seeing what gets generated!

Quoted from Grandma Bear Max, no worries. If you don't feel ready.   Dustin, you and Dena can probably write two each!

Ha! Hell no...I've gone from Fast Food Drive Thru Writing to a snail's pace! I doubt I can finish that fast but I'd give it a try if there isn't too many parameters!!

Quoted from LC Yeah, I loved Dena's original. It's like Dustin often says, sometimes the worst critics are fellow writers - sometimes they're helpful, but too often they're thinking of how they would write it. (That latter part is my opinion btw).

Thanks Libby...funny thing is I'm filming the trailer for that script I did that 7wc...I still have NOT completed the script however. I know...crazy but I've never been a girl to color 'in' the lines.

Good to see so many people considering taking part! I really believe it's a great way to get another feature under your belt or in some cases, your first.

As far as posting the first ten or not goes, how about we'll leave that up to each individual to decide? If some people want feedback on those first ten, go ahead and post them. For those who'd rather keep their stories under wrap while they finish, let them. The goal here is to finish a feature in 7 weeks. How you actually get there, is up to you. If you get stuck and need help, we're here to offer help.

About reading the finished features. I think it's good form to return the reads to those who read yours, but it no way are you required to read all entries. The 7WC also don't get as many entries as the OWCs do. I think 6 - 12 is the norm for the 7WC.

I won't take part myself, but I'll be here offering up whatever I can as far as support goes.

I'll get with Don and see what will work best for his schedule and will leave the "parameters" up to him.  

What about a 7WC pilot challenge? Every writer needs to have a pilot in their arsenal. Just saying

Quoted from LC I think you're adequately equipped to handle a feature considering Anything For Love, which I read quite a bit of btw, just haven't had any free time to comment on it - sorry for that, but nevertheless, I'd say go for it.

Well thanks for taking a look. Appreciate that as I know reading a feature isn't the easiest thing to do. Takes time so thank you.
As I said, I like to challenge myself. So I think I'm in for this one.

As for the parameters.. I like the female lead thing. A thriller/horror would be great. Actually have an idea that could probably slip into this.

Whatever is chosen, I look forward to tackling it. Hard!