No, Michael...I most certainly do not have to read every page of every one of them, just like no one has to read any of them.

If a script is too shitty, I for one am not going to waste my time, but I will still provide feedback as to why I'm not reading all of it.

The point is that when people don't even look at some, many, or all, it defeats the purpose and intention of what this.

If someone chooses not t rad a "pisser" or a crappy script, that's their choice and it's understood and totally cool.  But for some reason, some people just choose to skip certain scripts that are worthy of a read, feedback, and took serious effort from the writers.

People obviously PM their buddies and tell them which script is theirs and to read it an give positive feedback, which isn't cool, as again, it completely defeats the purpose of what the OWC is.

Quoted from Dreamscale People obviously PM their buddies and tell them which script is theirs and to read it an give positive feedback, which isn't cool, as again, it completely defeats the purpose of what the OWC is.

Maybe I'm out of the loop but...people do that?

Not much positive feedback on mine, so I guess I should've done that. Heck, even I bashed mine!

Quoted from Dreamscale No, Michael...I most certainly do not have to read every page of every one of them, just like no one has to read any of them.

No one said you did.  What I said was that if someone wanted to claim that they have read every script, then they should have actually fully read every script (otherwise they'd be stretching the truth).  

I've read every script beginning to end...except Cabin, for reasons stated. And I've reviewed every script. Most of these were easy reads. 6 or 7 pages, clean enough as far as writing.

Quoted from leitskev I've read every script beginning to end...except Cabin, for reasons stated. And I've reviewed every script. Most of these were easy reads. 6 or 7 pages, clean enough as far as writing.

Excellent Kev, wanna recommend one, that I haven't read, that I might like?  I'm looking for suggestions on what to read next - not a comedy though.

I don't want to do that. Doesn't seem fair. There's plenty of time to read them all for you, or at least take a look. Like Jeff said, it one isn't working, get out after a few pages.

Quoted from mcornetto I would like to get an impression of what people dug in the last few batches.  Because I was at work after your Saturday, I haven't had time to read many more than I already did so I have to pick and choose.  Some ideas of what to read would be good.

Blitzkrieg!

Quoted from leitskev Not much positive feedback on mine, so I guess I should've done that. Heck, even I bashed mine!

Funny. I also commented on mine as well, without showing my hand.
(Let's just say I didn't put my name and/or usual aliases on the script lol)

Quoted from greg I do, too.  But the Cabin will be my last one because someone wanted to take a shit.  The Cabin was barely funny 5 years ago, it wasn't funny the last 1000 times it's been spoofed, and it's taking potential reads away from people who actually tried for this challenge.

Yes, I agree.  I've pulled it from the OWC.  I'll repost it later after the OWC is over.

Quoted from Dreamscale People obviously PM their buddies and tell them which script is theirs and to read it an give positive feedback, which isn't cool, as again, it completely defeats the purpose of what the OWC is.

I've seen absolutely no indication that this is happening.  With very few exceptions, all entrants are old timers who enjoy the anonymity of the OWC to float his/her work. There is simply no incentive to have folks give favorable reviews.  

Don


Don

Don't bother reposting my script, Don.

Sorry for "crapping on" your OWC.  I'll bow out.  Enjoy, everyone.

Some really great writing here!  Especially the ones where no one has a clue whether or not they're supposed to be serious efforts or pissers.  Tat takes a true talent.

Quoted from Don Yes, I agree.  I've pulled it from the OWC.  I'll repost it later after the OWC is over. I've seen absolutely no indication that this is happening.  With very few exceptions, all entrants are old timers who enjoy the anonymity of the OWC to float his/her work. There is simply no incentive to have folks give favorable reviews.   Don

I don't know what happened, but I want everyone to know that you're all a damn good bunch of players.

For myself, I realized, (but had forgotten) that there's a way to determine "the author" if, they are as lame brained as me, and leave it within the file name.

I need to find out how to "erase" my name in the future, but please forgive me. I'm quick in some ways, but slow as cold hell in January in others.

Don't you guys underestimate yourselves. I smell "cool" in every single entry-- even those ones with that "wtf ?: where we're wonderin': Are they funnin' with us?

Seriously, I think that there are many excellent writers out there that completely have "the story" down pat, but they're missing some of the technique. These writers are probably some of the best of the bunch and will
wipe people like me clean. Why? Because they've got the visceral feeling within
their bones. They don't need a bunch of shmancy or not so shmancy words to get across the experience. These are the kinds of people to admire and spend time with. These are the people that make "experience" a REAL WORD.

I haven't finished yet, but I can say so far, "You guys did one helluva good job!!!" To hang out with people of this caliber brings a person to attention and raises them to a higher level of competency.

Sandra

Hi everyone,

This is my first OWC, indeed the script is my first ever post. With a few exceptions, so far I  am taking a good beating.

However, after the initial OMG moment, along with "what have I done", this is turning out to be a great experience and I just wanted to let you know.

Within such an intense phase, it is wonderful to be able to read so many scripts and then compare my thoughts with others.

Whilst on SS I have learnt a few new abbreviations, such OMG, IMO, LOL,  etc so I offer a couple more. Firstly, it is clear I have LTL (lots to learn) and with all the advice I very much hope to avoid writing a POC (pile of ... You get the point)

So from a new timer, thanks for this and when's the next one. I've caught the bug and will come out fighting!!!

Cheers RD

PS Did I miss one that's been pulled? Why was that?

I wasn't able to be here yesterday, but I'm going to do some more reading today as well as tomorrow.

There's some pretty neat stories being told.   That's why I love the OWC
The scripts are sooo different, yet they still have something in common.

As for my script, well, it's a mixed review. A lot of the new people didn't really care for it, but most of the older members seemed to like it.

Now, back to the reading.  

Cindy

I'm trying to get to as many as possible. Im working a lot right now at my job(which Im thankful for!) but dang its hard to keep up reading when your tired.

The readings start to blur after a bit.

I hope to make it through them all asap. If I miss anyone let me know, exp. if you looked and commented on mine.