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How about "Writer not interested in feedback on this board"? Just in case some producer misconstrues the meaning. Henry
I'm concerned that someone would then email feedback. I am assuming, for those of you who have a final draft script, you are looking to have your work optioned or sold or even produced free for credit.
For me, when I'm not looking for feedback, I usually consider the script good enough to go to a producer or I have no interest in rewriting it and don't want to waste anyone's time reading and providing feedback. Thing is though, sometimes people write stuff just to write and post "pissers" and never have the intention to rewrite, but know it's not good for production either.
Sometimes reviewers offer suggestions, and although the intent is helpful and kind, some writers might not want to be influenced in that way. You can't ask for help 24/7 so sometimes it's cool just to see how things float. It's not saying "I'm too good for you lot, I don't care what you think", it's probably about becoming comfortable with your own style and saying " I've tried my best, no need for comments and to waste anyone's time, I'm only interested in seeing if anything happens."
Don has made some awesome changes and it will be interesting to see how it pans out, hopefully it will work out well.
I really like the changes too. It happened way too often - a writer posts a script just for producers' eyes. The comments in this case annoy, especially if the critique does not favor the script. (not talking about myself, just an observation)
I think the only drawback will be that Don might get flooded with scripts from writers who just don't give a damn, sending in scripts that they otherwise might have double-checked if they knew someone might read and write about it.
However, I think it's an awesome step forward and hopefully everything will work out OK.
It's a double-edged sword scenario, but one I'm really pleased that Don has introduced.
I think the only drawback will be that Don might get flooded with scripts from writers who just don't give a damn, sending in scripts that they otherwise might have double-checked if they knew someone might read and write about it.
However, I think it's an awesome step forward and hopefully everything will work out OK.
It's a double-edged sword scenario, but one I'm really pleased that Don has introduced.
SteveD,
I worry about that, too. I'm not sure how CJ handles that on Script Revolution. If I get a script "For production consideration - No comments required" I'm going to take a long look at the first few pages and if flags go up from a technical standpoint - typos, grammar, bad formatting, then I may come up with a fleshed out version of my, "Looks like you got a great start, but before I can post this, you need to address one of a number of issues... "
I worry about that, too. I'm not sure how CJ handles that on Script Revolution. If I get a script "For production consideration - No comments required" I'm going to take a long look at the first few pages and if flags go up from a technical standpoint - typos, grammar, bad formatting, then I may come up with a fleshed out version of my, "Looks like you got a great start, but before I can post this, you need to address one of a number of issues... "
Don
See, I like that. We all believe our scripts are "ready" when some/most of the time they're not. Good call on that.
My Scripts: SHORTS Bed Bugs I Got The Shaft No Clowning Around Fool's Gold Five Days for Redemption
Comments = yes Run, Dorothy, Run by Don Boose - A stranger teleports to town, while a naive, but ambitious girl from a backwater outback ranch, teleports to a new world, teams up with three quirky strangers and goes on a killing spree. Action, Family Comedy, Adventure 120 pages - pdf format
Writer interested in feedback on this work
Comments no Sophie the Gelded Space Stallion by Don Boose - Born in the high cliffs of the mountains of Kansas, Sophie, our equine hero, is kidnapped by an ancient race of aliens from Xadu. Sophie escapes in her quest to save the universe and if not the universe, perhaps his Mother. - Sci Fi, Equidaeploitation, Sprawling Space Opera, Comedy 432 pages - pdf format
Production Notes: Cast: Two horses and a donkey; Locations: green screen; Medium Budget, CGI intensive, Sheet plastic, duct tape and about 100 gallons of cooking oil
SimplyScripts.com Featured Script of the Month April, 2011; Coverage: "Pass"; Reviews: “I’m out of the office until April 1st. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can after I return. – Chris Sparling screenwriter of Buried and the forthcoming film Falling Slowly
For production consideration - No comments required
You need to pitch that sci-fi epic to Warner Brothers immediately. I see Mila Kunis as Sophie and Channing Tatum in a career defining role as the horse.
Maybe I missed it, but will both types of scripts (comments and no comments) be posted together on the same board? I'd hate to see potential filmmakers go to a separate script thread to find their next project. Some of the scripts that want comments are very close to production worthy anyway, but perhaps just need a little tweak.
I'd keep it simple: "Comments: yes / no". The "no" threads at the forum could also be locked.
I had planned on keeping both open as the writer may want to post additional information on the script on the boards. Also a locked thread disappears pretty quick.
Maybe I missed it, but will both types of scripts (comments and no comments) be posted together on the same board? I'd hate to see potential filmmakers go to a separate script thread to find their next project. Some of the scripts that want comments are very close to production worthy anyway, but perhaps just need a little tweak.
Both types of scripts will be posted to the same boards. I agree there may be a script open for feedback that is nearly production ready.