Sunday, October 12, 2014

Transcript Gary W. Goldstein - October 12, 2014

Great chat tonight with Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein, producer of PRETTY WOMAN, discussing advice on querying executives and getting your career going.

Check out Gary's G+ Hangout show as well as his Master Course on Breaking Into Hollywood!

Note: The transcript site wasn't working, so I pulled the transcript from the thcat site. Therefore, you'll have to read it backwards. Scroll down to the bottom to start! My apologies, but it's better than nothing! @jeannevb
  1. Oblivious Muse @ObliviousMuse
    Thank you @garywgoldstein for making my first #scriptchat a insightful one.
  2. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    U know @garywgoldstein has v good point. How abt LA #scriptchat in person? Can all talk in 140 char bits & wear pjs if easier…
  3. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Peek. Got it bookmarked on my shortcuts bar! :-) #scriptchat
  4. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @ijoda07 @garywgoldstein It is like swimming. U know the H2O is going to be cold but u have to dive in or nothing will happen. #scriptchat
  5. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    again, much gratitude for spending your time here with me. #scriptchat
  6. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @authorJamie I reckon the tweet-up should be in LA sometime between 12th - 20th Nov, before Thanksgiving steals ppl away. #scriptchat
  7. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Enjoy your Sunday evenings and feel free to take a peek at breakingintohollywood.com... #scriptchat
  8. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    @CydM @jeannevb @IngridElkner I CRAVE honest input & criticism. Even if it's related to a piece I'm already proud of. #scriptchat
  9. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    these are the very questions & reasons & ideas that encouraged me to create Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  10. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    careers are made, opportunities come more predictably when people know, like & trust you... period. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Anita Vora
  11. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @authorJamie @garywgoldstein It's definitely worked for me (writing, working, networking, making MY OWN LUCK) #scriptchat
  12. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @authorJamie @nisajaie I am in Hollywood, so let me know when youse are in town. #scriptchat
  13. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Goodnight from LA and thanks to ScriptMag and Jeanne Bowerman for inviting me to this incredible group #scriptchat
  14. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    .@SarahAlexis4 I highly recommend Conquering Hollywood by @Garywgoldstein. I have a digital Kickstarter copy #scriptchat
  15. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein So just keep networking, writing, and making our own luck! It's worked for me so far. Thanks. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  16. Janelle B @JazzBeeP
    @garywgoldstein thank you so much for your advice and thank you @jeannevb for having him here tonight #scriptchat
  17. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Thank you for the wisdom exchange. Look forward to seeing you again. #scriptchat
  18. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    please check it out if you're serious about your career (as much as about your craft) #scriptchat
  19. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein So just keep networking, writing, and making our own luck! It's worked for me so far. Thanks. #scriptchat
  20. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    these are the very questions & reasons & ideas that encouraged me to create Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
  21. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Curtis James
  22. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @authorJamie @IngridElkner @blueneumann @jeannevb We really should do a Skype/Google hangout Scriptchat sometime! #scriptchat
  23. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @authorJamie Mystery conference? Do they blindfold and take you there, or do you cover all things mysterious? #scriptchat
  24. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    Even shorter as only caught last 10 mins. But thank u @garywgoldstein . Pleasure as always. #scriptchat
  25. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    these are the very questions & reasons & ideas that encouraged me to create Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course... #scriptchat
  26. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    I'll be posting the transcript... right after I finish making the apple-pie moonshine... #staytuned #scriptchat
  27. Nick Triandafyllou @NickTtw
    @garywgoldstein Thank you for your time and sharing your valued advice! #scriptchat
  28. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    Now I must go deal with producer notes... Happy Indigenous Peoples Day to all! #scriptchat
  29. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Wow, this was the shortest hour in history. Thank you for your time and all these amazing questions... #scriptchat
  30. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @IngridElkner We have to meet up. I'll be there for a mystery conference and a wedding Nov 12-20 #scriptchat
  31. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Knowing how to meet people, how to construct those conversations, who to target, how not to waste time or be random #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  32. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    yes, it's awkward at first & requires patience, practice & being willing to be uncomfortable, fail & hate it even tip you don't #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jo Buckman
  33. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein Thanks for the words, Gary. Big take away is write from who you are, write for practical budget, write. #scriptchat
  34. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    @byChrisPhillips @IngridElkner @jeannevb That's the thing! He's VERY novice, wrote a short story, & I was nothing but positive! #scriptchat
  35. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Ch Ch Ch Ch Ha Ha Ha
  36. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  37. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  38. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
  39. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Thanks so much for your time, advice and great insight @garywgoldstein #scriptchat
  40. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Melanie McDonald
  41. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Knowing how to meet people, how to construct those conversations, who to target, how not to waste time or be random #scriptchat
  42. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by BoolyCragSkullyard
  43. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Alejandro G S
  44. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    careers are made, opportunities come more predictably when people know, like & trust you... period. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Amy Senger
  45. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  46. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @garywgoldstein Thank you for your time and advice. I took lots of notes. #scriptchat
  47. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Thanks everyone! Enjoyed being here with you guys tonight, and every week! :) #scriptchat
  48. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    As always @garywgoldstein, it was a pleasure to hear your advice. We can't thank you enough! #scriptchat
  49. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i believe it's just a matter of time before a talented person breaks into the industry IF we make our own luck... #scriptchat
  50. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Thank you for taking the time to share your insights. Looking forward to reading Conquering Hollywood. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  51. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @byChrisPhillips @wcmartell Hey Chris! Hey Bill! *waves* So glad to have you here too! :) #scriptchat
  52. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @authorJamie I fly in next week, there until start of December. LA WILL BE MY BITCH. I can already taste the Mendocino Farms. #scriptchat
  53. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Does for me. RT @blueneumann: I also think having a talented network makes you want to impress each other. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jo Buckman
  54. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Thank you for taking the time to share your insights. Looking forward to reading Conquering Hollywood. #scriptchat
  55. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Does for me. RT @blueneumann: I also think having a talented network makes you want to impress each other. #scriptchat
  56. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    I also think having a talented network makes you want to impress each other. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  57. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    Thank you so very, very much @garygoldstein .So grateful #scriptchat
  58. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    I can tell I need to read tonight's transcripts, knew it'd be a great chat! #scriptchat
  59. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    yes, it's awkward at first & requires patience, practice & being willing to be uncomfortable, fail & hate it even tip you don't #scriptchat
  60. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    don't cheat yourself out of human relations with the very people who want to know you, know your talent & support you #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  61. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    don't cheat yourself out of human relations with the very people who want to know you, know your talent & support you #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Eileen Grubba
  62. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    as a lit manager & producer, I got lots of careers launched & films made for emerging writers because i took a diff approach #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Tracie Jules
  63. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    @wcmartell I always thought you were good at networking... #scriptchat
  64. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    I also think having a talented network makes you want to impress each other. #scriptchat
  65. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    don't cheat yourself out of human relations with the very people who want to know you, know your talent & support you #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  66. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    I am in San Diego. Who on here is in LA? And in San Diego? #scriptchat
  67. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    relying on craft, much as i love brilliant craft and storytelling as much as anyone, does your career trajectory a disservice #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  68. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    relying on craft, much as i love brilliant craft and storytelling as much as anyone, does your career trajectory a disservice #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  69. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    don't cheat yourself out of human relations with the very people who want to know you, know your talent & support you #scriptchat
  70. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Nxt wk @NoMystery_CE guests on how to get noticed by execs, esp online. Can’t give away identity but trust me, be there. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Lisa Kothari
  71. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    @blueneumann I do think the definition of networking has taken on a whole new meaning via social media.#scriptchat
  72. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    @blueneumann... @IngridElkner IS. YAY. All for it. Be nice to officially meet rather than just waving at u between RMIT classes #scriptchat
  73. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @garywgoldstein Thanks also for the link to your book! :) #scriptchat
  74. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Thanks for the link to your book. And thanks for being our guest on #scriptchat We really appreciate it.
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  75. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    as a lit manager & producer, I got lots of careers launched & films made for emerging writers because i took a diff approach #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Andrea Havens
  76. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Thanks also to @jeannevb for having him on tonight! I know everyone here (myself included) learned so much from him tonight! #scriptchat
  77. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    relying on craft, much as i love brilliant craft and storytelling as much as anyone, does your career trajectory a disservice #scriptchat
  78. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Thanks for the link to your book. And thanks for being our guest on #scriptchat We really appreciate it.
  79. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    @pettigrew66 @IngridElkner @jeannevb I've run into that issue before, and I give a positive spin on all notes. #scriptchat
  80. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @blueneumann Speaking of networking! I demand a tweet-up in LA in November! I will be totally offended if any of you don't come. #scriptchat
  81. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    careers are made, opportunities come more predictably when people know, like & trust you... period. #scriptchat
  82. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Sorry I was gone, the power went out. Back now, but just wanted to say thanks again to @garywgoldstein for his great advice! #scriptchat
  83. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    anyone can write big locations, but the winner writes characters & storyline that are catnip to actors & filmmakers & audience #scriptchat
    Retweeted by cmontoya
  84. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    Added bonus: I'm already in my PJs. RT @blueneumann: We all say we're bad at networking... but we're all a network already! #scriptchat
  85. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    as a lit manager & producer, I got lots of careers launched & films made for emerging writers because i took a diff approach #scriptchat
    Retweeted by cmontoya
  86. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    @garywgoldstein No strategy... accidents. I just let the scripts open the doors for me. So far it has worked okay. #scriptchat
  87. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  88. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    One of the big reasons I want to do a Skype #Scriptchat ... so we start to realize that.
  89. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Nxt wk @NoMystery_CE guests on how to get noticed by execs, esp online. Can’t give away identity but trust me, be there. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  90. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    Final Five Plug: “The Black Larry David” curbs his enthusiasm at youtube.com/dwacon #scriptchat
  91. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    We all say we're bad at networking... but we're all a network already! #scriptchat
  92. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    that's why i created Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course (breakingintohollywood.com)... sorry to self-promote but... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by #scriptchat
  93. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Q: Thoughts on how to approach/achieve being vulnerable on the page to add authenticity to the writing? #scriptchat
  94. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    as a lit manager & producer, I got lots of careers launched & films made for emerging writers because i took a diff approach #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
  95. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Nxt wk @NoMystery_CE guests on how to get noticed by execs, esp online. Can’t give away identity but trust me, be there. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Mary Pettigrew
  96. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    as a lit manager & producer, I got lots of careers launched & films made for emerging writers because i took a diff approach #scriptchat
  97. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Joe DeAngelo
  98. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by cmontoya
  99. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    @garywgoldstein @nisajaie U make that sound really easy! #scriptchat I struggle w/ networking/building rapport.
  100. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Nxt wk @NoMystery_CE guests on how to get noticed by execs, esp online. Can’t give away identity but trust me, be there. #scriptchat
  101. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    that's why i created Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course (breakingintohollywood.com)... sorry to self-promote but... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Forrest Rawls
  102. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein If someone had told me writing the novels was the easy part, not sure I'd have believed them. I know now. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  103. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @CydM Need a networking wing-man? My rates are reasonable. #scriptchat
  104. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Lucy Hay
  105. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jo Buckman
  106. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @wcmartell I've never been wise enough to discern a strategy that works the odds in my favor to win the "craft lottery"... #scriptchat
  107. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    anyone can write big locations, but the winner writes characters & storyline that are catnip to actors & filmmakers & audience #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Amy Senger
  108. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    that's why i created Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course (breakingintohollywood.com)... sorry to self-promote but... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  109. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  110. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein If someone had told me writing the novels was the easy part, not sure I'd have believed them. I know now. #scriptchat
  111. Jo Buckman @ijoda07
    @CydM @pettigrew66 @jeannevb @IngridElkner IDK. That's what separates u from amateurs. Those serious abt it will take ur notes. #scriptchat
  112. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Self promotion is welcome and encouraged. #scriptchat
  113. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Amy Senger
  114. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    anyone can write big locations, but the winner writes characters & storyline that are catnip to actors & filmmakers & audience #scriptchat
  115. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  116. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    RT @wcmartell: I'm terrible at networking, so I live for the "craft lottery", that's something I can win. #scriptchat me bt we're doing it
  117. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    @IngridElkner @jeannevb Besides no manners, my defensive "friend" ignored me for months. #scriptchat
  118. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i'd counsel a newer writer not to invite more obstacle, but to write character & story that will drive actors into a frenzy #scriptchat
  119. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @authorJamie @nisajaie K. I will DM you my cell and gmail to keep in touch. #scriptchat
  120. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Ah, navigating and progressing is the most difficult part. #scriptchat
  121. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @pettigrew66 @jeannevb @IngridElkner Often "critique" is code for "praise me profusely" #scriptchat
  122. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    I'm terrible at networking, so I live for the "craft lottery", that's something I can win. #scriptchat
  123. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @thefilterguy many big budget studio films shoot around the world as you know... #scriptchat
  124. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    @jeannevb @IngridElkner I've experienced that w/ a friend. He ASKED me to critique. I did. He never even thanked me for my time. #scriptchat
  125. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    if you want an enduring career as a writer, you need to learn the strategies that sustain you and bring opportunity to you #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  126. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @authorJamie newer writers want to do the work, want to stay the course, but don't know how to navigate & create real progress #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jo Buckman
  127. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    that's why i created Breaking Into Hollywood: The Master Course (breakingintohollywood.com)... sorry to self-promote but... #scriptchat
  128. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Shelley Fritz
  129. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    Alas, many do see writing a script akin to buying a lottery ticket #scriptchat
  130. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @nisajaie I'll let you know. It will be late in the year. #scriptchat
  131. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein Q: Do you find that most writers struggle with structure? Do you advise them of resources or films to look at? #scriptchat
  132. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    if you want an enduring career as a writer, you need to learn the strategies that sustain you and bring opportunity to you #scriptchat
  133. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @jeannevb @garywgoldstein I had Holland Tunnel once. But then, I pulled over for a great sammich in Brooklyn. #scriptchat
  134. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    if it's just about craft, you're in the business of hoping to win the lottery #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  135. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    if it's just about craft, you're in the business of hoping to win the lottery #scriptchat
  136. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Neumann
  137. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the discipline of writing is so different than the discipline of getting known, creating relationships, marketing yourself #scriptchat
  138. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    Final Five plug: STORY BLUE BOOK: over 250 pages, undder $4. amazon.com/Secrets-Of-Sto… #scriptchat
  139. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …Better to find a story & character whose quest you simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Mike Fr.
  140. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @authorJamie @CydM @GaryGoldstein Awesome! If you are in SoCal shooting. I would be glad to help. #scriptchat
  141. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @authorJamie newer writers want to do the work, want to stay the course, but don't know how to navigate & create real progress #scriptchat
  142. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @dwacon Yeah, I edited a friend's script recently, he said a lot was riding on it. He turned into a dick after I gave it to him. #scriptchat
  143. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @CydM @GaryGoldstein Me too. I need more time behind the camera. I'm directing my own short in 2015. #scriptchat
  144. Mary Pettigrew @pettigrew66
    I just got home! At least I get 15 min of this #scriptchat! Yay!!
  145. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @jeannevb I often give back a script covered in notes, they half-mast their eyelids, make out I'm an amateur whose notes'll suck #scriptchat
  146. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @IngridElkner @jeannevb Or, they get angry and try some petty revenge... #scriptchat
  147. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    but generally, a healthy foundation is to move up the ladder (option > sell > be produced) then move into the director chair #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  148. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    but generally, a healthy foundation is to move up the ladder (option > sell > be produced) then move into the director chair #scriptchat
  149. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Q: Is there a constant that you find missing in scripts you read? That causes rejection. #scriptchat
  150. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Statistically, successful YouTube product is short (<5 min for comedy)… serialized… and more grass roots. #scriptchat
  151. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @IngridElkner *headdesk* or get really defensive when you're just trying to help. #scriptchat
  152. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    it low budget and/or your talent and financing pre-approve you to direct, that's fine... #scriptchat
  153. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  154. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @agsfilmmaker i encourage writers not to attach to their 1st or 2nd script, unless they've spent a lot of time behind the camera #scriptchat
  155. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @jeannevb You know what drives me nuts? Friends ask me to read a script, then say they won't pay much attention to my notes :| #scriptchat
  156. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Michael C Yebba
  157. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    You can Google screenplays and find some sites. I just did. #scriptchat
  158. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  159. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    authenticity, writing the story that only you could possibly tell so well, that's true for all time with all forms of art #scriptchat
  160. Stuart Wright @Leytonrocks
    @AnotherEitan it's why the ADR business is so lucrative but doesn't explain how poor sound recordists get on set ;) #scriptchat
  161. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Colleen R Costello
  162. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @garywgoldstein But that core requirements (strong characters, unexpected journey) still apply #scriptchat
  163. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Do you find that new writers today don't seem to want to do the work? Or stay the course? Or the opposite? #scriptchat
  164. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    not sure about macro trends, other than we'll make different content for youtube than the big screen #scriptchat
  165. Janelle B @JazzBeeP
    Q: Can anyone suggest a good website where I could find and read scripts in full? #scriptchat
  166. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    stories that move us, that take us on an unexpected journey, that intro characters we care about is what matters #scriptchat
  167. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Genres stand up over time. Successful story adheres to rules & yet begs for you to break them at the same time… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by the Creative State
  168. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i knew he'd write a poignant version of his personal experience & if need be we could shoot as a low-budget indie (1 hotel room) #scriptchat
  169. Creepy Eitan @AnotherEitan
    A poorly shot, well written film is more watchable than a well shot, poorly written film. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  170. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein: '3000' that became 'Pretty Woman' was the result.... #scriptchat” Interesting turn.
  171. Stuart Wright @Leytonrocks
    @AnotherEitan just like a poorly shot/great sounding is miles better than a well shot/shit sound #scriptchat
  172. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    '3000' that became 'Pretty Woman' was the result.... #scriptchat
  173. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    before i would agree to work with JF, having read his film school scripts, i insisted he write a classic 2-hander romance... #scriptchat
  174. Julian Tyler @JulianTyler
    @garywgoldstein could not agree more! #scriptchat Creativity and passion is the most engaging. A great concept with no passion is empty.
  175. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @AnotherEitan Unless the acting's bad. Then all bets are off. #scriptchat
  176. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @garygoldstein It's sometimes very dark places I don't want to go but have a curiosity about, like Gone Girl #scriptchat
  177. Kendall Castor-Perry @TheFilterGuy
    Q: Is it a real #script acceptability problem if plot and characters are rooted in non-US setting (e.g. London)? #scriptchat
  178. Creepy Eitan @AnotherEitan
    A poorly shot, well written film is more watchable than a well shot, poorly written film. #scriptchat
  179. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Filmmakers who created worlds I could get lost in; whose characters, dialogue & storylines took me places I’d never imagined. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  180. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein Q: Do you see a tide turning in storytelling? Aside from onscreen gender shift, where are we heading? #scriptchat
  181. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @Leytonrocks @jeannevb Like they've never read a screenplay. You must read screenplays, lots of them, to write one. #scriptchat
  182. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Filmmakers who created worlds I could get lost in; whose characters, dialogue & storylines took me places I’d never imagined. #scriptchat
  183. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    All the films of Sergio Leone, David Lean, early Coppola; The Third Man, The Quiet Man, Key Largo – so many early classics… #scriptchat
  184. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    what inspired me to move to LA & get in the business ? #scriptchat
  185. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Caffeinated Geek
  186. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @authorJamie @jeannevb I read dozens of scripts on Zoetrope that broke every rule of screenwriting… #scriptchat
  187. Rebecca Gray @LeadCharacter
    .@garywgoldstein find a story & character whose quest u simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
  188. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Not sure if @garywgoldstein mentioned this already but he used to be a lit manager too. #scriptchat
  189. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    even online festivals and contests are followed and noticed by many in hollywood, including agencies and studios #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  190. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Genres stand up over time. Successful story adheres to rules & yet begs for you to break them at the same time… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  191. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Screenwriters' Fest
  192. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein: a produced short film that wins festival notice and awards is extremely helpful... #scriptchat” Whew!
  193. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    even online festivals and contests are followed and noticed by many in hollywood, including agencies and studios #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  194. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the more visible the fest (e.g. sundance, telluride, toronto, berlin, cannes, slamdance, on and on) the better #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Michael Denison
  195. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @dwacon "How will we ever find land?" "Follow your nose, boys!" #scriptchat
  196. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the original (not 'Pretty Woman' but '3000') was a dark tale, later tailored to be lighter and more properly a rom comedy #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  197. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Creepy Eitan
  198. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    even online festivals and contests are followed and noticed by many in hollywood, including agencies and studios #scriptchat
  199. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein I had read that the original story was not so light and happy. #scriptchat
  200. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Choose projects that keep you awake at night, so you never give up despite countless rejections & years invested… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Lemonhead
  201. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @blueneumann Like “Life of PIE” featuring Kevin Hart adrift at sea on a small boat with Tony the Tiger. A Gr-r-r-r-reat script? #scriptchat
  202. Stuart Wright @Leytonrocks
    @authorJamie @jeannevb 1st half loose action and the 2nd half dialogue heavy to explain it - like they've never watched a film #scriptchat
  203. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    a produced short film that wins festival notice and awards is extremely helpful... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  204. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the more visible the fest (e.g. sundance, telluride, toronto, berlin, cannes, slamdance, on and on) the better #scriptchat
  205. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein And did JF pitch it to you as a dark, gritty tale? What was his pitch like? #scriptchat
  206. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    a produced short film that wins festival notice and awards is extremely helpful... #scriptchat
  207. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @dwacon (now I'm trying to remember what all Braga did... been a while since I've watched Voyager) #scriptchat
  208. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Make sure to chk out @garywgoldstein's G+ Hangout show... FANTASTIC guests! youtube.com/channel/UCEAlT… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by TheJuanisaJ 
  209. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @garywgoldstein I remember hearing about this... how did the writer react to the change? #scriptchat
  210. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    treatment not a good idea. better they read your actual craft (dialogue, narrative etc) and you don't offer prose. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Nick Triandafyllou
  211. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the original (not 'Pretty Woman' but '3000') was a dark tale, later tailored to be lighter and more properly a rom comedy #scriptchat
  212. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @nickttw log line great. short (not full page) synopsis, great. 2-4 page outline won't get read. brilliant script, certainly... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Nick Triandafyllou
  213. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Make sure to chk out @garywgoldstein's G+ Hangout show... FANTASTIC guests! youtube.com/channel/UCEAlT… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  214. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Choose projects that keep you awake at night, so you never give up despite countless rejections & years invested… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by R.D.
  215. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Make sure to chk out @garywgoldstein's G+ Hangout show... FANTASTIC guests! youtube.com/channel/UCEAlT… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  216. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    all drug dealers, working girls, pimps, homeless, police etc... he was raw and vulnerable and wrote this world he know so well #scriptchat
  217. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    be vulnerable and transparent by letting them know something about you or why you chose this story (emotional relevance) #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Adryenn Ashley
  218. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @jeannevb Amazing how many scripts I've read for people who don't even understand the basic structure and format. #scriptchat
  219. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @jeannevb Don’t want you to read. Want you to cook. Remind me not to join script chat before having lunch... #scriptchat
  220. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    Part of the trick is finding SO MANY stories you MUST write #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  221. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    and JF also wrote visually a world he witnessed daily living in one of the worst parts of hollywood back then #scriptchat
  222. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @garywgoldstein #scriptchat "adheres to rules & yet begs you to break them" Gold advice!
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  223. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    no, you don't need to physically be in hollywood to work as a screenwriter... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Caitlin McCarthy
  224. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @ingridelkner JF wrote from a deeply emotional place based on a past relationship (albeit not with a hooker)... #scriptchat
  225. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @dwacon Slave ship on the other side of the galaxy? #scriptchat
  226. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Caitlin McCarthy
  227. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Q: Things that entice a producer in a query or attract them to a project? What gets you excited about a project? #scriptchat
  228. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …Better to find a story & character whose quest you simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  229. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @garywgoldstein #scriptchat "adheres to rules & yet begs you to break them" Gold advice!
  230. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    Part of the trick is finding SO MANY stories you MUST write #scriptchat
  231. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein: the script, any script, adaptation or not, needs be the very best it can be... always. #scriptchat” Amen!
  232. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …Better to find a story & character whose quest you simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Eboni D.
  233. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @nisajaie Mine comes in handy for the “Star Trek Voyager meets 12 Years a Slave” spec I did for Amazon Studios... #scriptchat
  234. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …Better to find a story & character whose quest you simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  235. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …Better to find a story & character whose quest you simply must write. Passion & creativity win over concept every time. #scriptchat
  236. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Genres stand up over time. Successful story adheres to rules & yet begs for you to break them at the same time… #scriptchat
  237. Mark Sanderson @scriptcat
    How many #screenplays will it take? Maybe two—maybe ten? Write each one as if you’ll never write again: bit.ly/1ovYu6x #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Strange Tea
  238. Mark Sanderson @scriptcat
    How many #screenplays will it take? Maybe two—maybe ten? Write each one as if you’ll never write again: bit.ly/1ovYu6x #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  239. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    For me it's a numbers game: keep querying new scripts and eventually they get to know you. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  240. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Q: does having a short film produced (small festival awards) help writer in any way? #scriptchat
  241. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  242. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    The prob with lo/no budget movies is you trade being 1 in 30k selling the script to the prod being 1 in 30k selling the movie. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  243. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Q: @garywgoldstein When pitching to Netflix/Hulu, does it depend on what production company produces the show? #scriptchat
    Retweeted by demon of words
  244. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the script, any script, adaptation or not, needs be the very best it can be... always. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  245. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Find women mentors to emulate, learn from, help expand your network with people who respect talent & character above all else. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stuart Wright
  246. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @blueneumann Aww, I'm sure you can think of a good question for Gary, otherwise enjoy his knowledge! #scriptchat
  247. Stuart Wright @Leytonrocks
    @jeannevb always reflects a lack of actual reading that ppl think others are queuing up to read their stuff #scriptchat
  248. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the script, any script, adaptation or not, needs be the very best it can be... always. #scriptchat
  249. Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker
    Q: Any advice if you want to be writer+director? Should you attach yourself to the project right from the beginning? #scriptchat
  250. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @dwacon @garywgoldstein blank book on this side, but the idea's the same #scriptchat
  251. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    also, what genre if you're a newer filmmaker or writer (e.g. young adult is super good) #scriptchat
  252. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  253. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Claire
  254. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein I keep a digital reporter @ bedside to record those ideas that slip thu the subconscious. #scriptchat
  255. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  256. Rebecca Gray @LeadCharacter
    Right .@garywgoldstein: see gender as an advantage rather than a hindrance. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  257. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @authorjamie doesn't need be a best seller but helps if there's a sizable following (also if that author's been produced before) #scriptchat
  258. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @jeannevb Plus, once you know the person more, you know the project that's right to send them and the way they can help! #scriptchat
  259. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  260. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  261. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  262. Rebecca Gray @LeadCharacter
    Right .@garywgoldstein: see gender as an advantage rather than a hindrance. #scriptchat
  263. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    no, you don't need to physically be in hollywood to work as a screenwriter... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  264. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @garywgoldstein @SarahAlexis4 I've also asked ass'ts what they're looking for & found scripts of my friends to submit. #payitfwd #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  265. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
    Retweeted by John Ward
  266. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Ignore the constant rejection, embrace the word ‘no’ as a conversation starter; remember it’s not just because you’re a woman. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Rebecca Gray
  267. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  268. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … pick writers open to receiving quality feedback & committed to rewriting to turn a story into a shooting script. #scriptchat
  269. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Chiming in bc ppl are constantly asking me to read their scripts. Build a RELATIONSHIP w someone first b4 you ask for their time #scriptchat
  270. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @garywgoldstein That is good to know. I have always harbored a fear that I have to hid my gender & ethnicity to get accepted. #scriptchat
  271. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …you’re judged more by the actors & directors you attract, than by the # of explosions in a film or the size of your budgets. #scriptchat
  272. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Choose projects that keep you awake at night, so you never give up despite countless rejections & years invested… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Alejandro G S
  273. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Early on, pick stories that are fresh and authentic, with roles actors & filmmakers will seek out… #scriptchat
  274. Laura Yntema @laurayntema
    So many prod co's seem to have their imprint on films. Each have diff functions-which co's should the screenwriter target? Thx. #scriptchat
  275. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Choose projects that keep you awake at night, so you never give up despite countless rejections & years invested… #scriptchat
  276. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    i got a great question earlier about one piece of advice i'd give future filmmakers... #scriptchat
  277. Kendall Castor-Perry @TheFilterGuy
    @jeannevb remind me, can we download chat log? @garywgoldstein comments golden but too many to read real time. #scriptchat
  278. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Find women mentors to emulate, learn from, help expand your network with people who respect talent & character above all else. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  279. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Find women mentors to emulate, learn from, help expand your network with people who respect talent & character above all else. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  280. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein Q: if you're adapting a novel, does it need to be bestseller to garner interest? Or just be well written script?#scriptchat
  281. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    be vulnerable and transparent by letting them know something about you or why you chose this story (emotional relevance) #scriptchat
    Retweeted by R.D.
  282. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    Another week whee I wish I had a good question to ask #scriptchat
  283. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    see gender as an advantage rather than a hindrance. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  284. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Ignore the constant rejection, embrace the word ‘no’ as a conversation starter; remember it’s not just because you’re a woman. #scriptchat
  285. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Find women mentors to emulate, learn from, help expand your network with people who respect talent & character above all else. #scriptchat
  286. Janelle B @JazzBeeP
    Q @garywgoldstein any advice on how to pitch a one hour drama for TV? #scriptchat
  287. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    see gender as an advantage rather than a hindrance. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stephanie G Spence
  288. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    gender: a unique pov with nuances of narrative, character, dialogue, storytelling -- Vachon, Ellison, Rhimes. #scriptchat
  289. GHenryWrites @ghenrywrites
    Qreat questions and info being tossed around today for #scriptchat with @garywgoldstein #screenwriting
    Retweeted by R.D.
  290. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    see gender as an advantage rather than a hindrance. #scriptchat
  291. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @TheFilterGuy Hey Kendall! :) Welcome! *waves* Great to have you here! #scriptchat
  292. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    treatment not a good idea. better they read your actual craft (dialogue, narrative etc) and you don't offer prose. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  293. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    treatment not a good idea. better they read your actual craft (dialogue, narrative etc) and you don't offer prose. #scriptchat
  294. Kendall Castor-Perry @TheFilterGuy
    Sorry I'm late (not that anyone will have noticed) #scriptchat
  295. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @nickttw log line great. short (not full page) synopsis, great. 2-4 page outline won't get read. brilliant script, certainly... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  296. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @nickttw log line great. short (not full page) synopsis, great. 2-4 page outline won't get read. brilliant script, certainly... #scriptchat
  297. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Q: @garywgoldstein When pitching to Netflix/Hulu, does it depend on what production company produces the show? #scriptchat
  298. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    be vulnerable and transparent by letting them know something about you or why you chose this story (emotional relevance) #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  299. Amy Senger @sengseng
    @GaryWGoldstein Does gender matter? What advice can you offer first-time female writer/ producers? #scriptchat
  300. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein Did JF Lawton give a compelling connection to the Pretty Woman story? #scriptchat
  301. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Heard similar advice @ CBS yesterday. If it has no personal nexus, they lose interest. #scriptchat
  302. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @sarahalexis4 the ass't is your equal, you help each other, e.g. you intro them to the young dev exec you met recently... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Sharif Yelverton
  303. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @garywgoldstein @SarahAlexis4 I've also asked ass'ts what they're looking for & found scripts of my friends to submit. #payitfwd #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Sharif Yelverton
  304. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    just remember these are people & you should make it personal... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  305. Jamie Lee Scott @authorJamie
    @garywgoldstein: @nisajaie how you reach out to new hollywood (e.g. netflix, amazon etc) is no different... #scriptchat” good to know
  306. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    be vulnerable and transparent by letting them know something about you or why you chose this story (emotional relevance) #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Stephanie G Spence
  307. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    be vulnerable and transparent by letting them know something about you or why you chose this story (emotional relevance) #scriptchat
  308. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Dawn Piercy
  309. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @garygoldstein How important are trends? Write what you know and love, or consider what's getting attention? #scriptchat
  310. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    just remember these are people & you should make it personal... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
  311. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    make it about them as much as about you, up to & including opening & sharing your contacts, always keeping them as your mentor #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Sharif Yelverton
  312. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    just remember these are people & you should make it personal... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  313. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    research them so you really know who you're writing to... #scriptchat
  314. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    just remember these are people & you should make it personal... #scriptchat
  315. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Q Any recommended resources/ways to research those associated with similar films to target beyond trades & Imdb? #scriptchat
  316. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @nisajaie how you reach out to new hollywood (e.g. netflix, amazon etc) is no different... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  317. GHenryWrites @ghenrywrites
    Qreat questions and info being tossed around today for #scriptchat with @garywgoldstein #screenwriting
  318. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  319. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @nisajaie how you reach out to new hollywood (e.g. netflix, amazon etc) is no different... #scriptchat
  320. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @garywgoldstein This is great advice Gary! Thanks so much for sharing it. Really helps us. #scriptchat
  321. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein I went in for 2nd pitch, turned exec thought 2nd meet was a general. He was happy to hang out, see how I'm going #scriptchat
  322. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    no, you don't need to physically be in hollywood to work as a screenwriter... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Eboni D.
  323. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @nisajaie Thanks so much! :) Nice to meet you too! #scriptchat
  324. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    make it about them as much as about you, up to & including opening & sharing your contacts, always keeping them as your mentor #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  325. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  326. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @garywgoldstein @SarahAlexis4 I've also asked ass'ts what they're looking for & found scripts of my friends to submit. #payitfwd #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  327. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    You can have a presence virtually & create rapport, get to know via phone, skype, email, social media from anywhere… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  328. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    At film festivals or LA meetings, it’s good to meet in person to create deeper rapport, but move here only if you’re ready. #scriptchat
  329. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    no, you don't need to physically be in hollywood to work as a screenwriter... #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  330. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @garywgoldstein Is there a different method for querying cable and/or internet (Netflix, etc.) companies? #scriptchat
  331. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    Q @garywgoldstein With the big China movie fund (hollywoodreporter.com/news/chinas-wa…) is it wise to direct approach players in China? #scriptchat
  332. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Can get a mobile # with an LA prefix so you feel-appear local & it helps if you can come to LA at least 2x year for meetings… #scriptchat
  333. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    You can have a presence virtually & create rapport, get to know via phone, skype, email, social media from anywhere… #scriptchat
  334. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    make it about them as much as about you, up to & including opening & sharing your contacts, always keeping them as your mentor #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  335. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    no, you don't need to physically be in hollywood to work as a screenwriter... #scriptchat
  336. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    make it about them as much as about you, up to & including opening & sharing your contacts, always keeping them as your mentor #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  337. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    For me it's a numbers game: keep querying new scripts and eventually they get to know you. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by J. J. Hillard
  338. ✧T.J. Westerfield✧ @TJWesterfield
    @garywgoldstein Thanks for sharing such great screenwriting info, Gary.#scriptchat
  339. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    make it about them as much as about you, up to & including opening & sharing your contacts, always keeping them as your mentor #scriptchat
  340. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @garywgoldstein @SarahAlexis4 I've also asked ass'ts what they're looking for & found scripts of my friends to submit. #payitfwd #scriptchat
  341. Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker
    @garywgoldstein Q: Is it different to pitch to a major than to an indie? #scriptchat
  342. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    you share articles or blogs about something you know is of great interest to them #scriptchat
  343. Amy Senger @sengseng
    @GaryWGoldstein How much does geography matter? Do I need to physically be in LA to work in #Hollywood as a screenwriter? #scriptchat
  344. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @sarahalexis4 the ass't is your equal, you help each other, e.g. you intro them to the young dev exec you met recently... #scriptchat
  345. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by J. J. Hillard
  346. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Searching for Sugarman (?) won best docu @ Cannes after director ran out of $ & finished shooting film on his phone. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jamie Lee Scott
  347. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @CydM @blueneumann @nisajaie Yea, I had to do the mass update. Lol I just haven't had time to review all the changes. #scriptchat
  348. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @wcmartell AND you barely have enough money to do it right. #scriptchat
  349. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @jazzbeep a minimum of one brilliant, market-tested screenplay, another either complete or in progress & several refined pitches #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  350. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    The prob with lo/no budget movies is you trade being 1 in 30k selling the script to the prod being 1 in 30k selling the movie. #scriptchat
  351. Nick Triandafyllou @NickTtw
    @garywgoldstein ready to query = strong logline, 1p synopsis, 2-4p outline, great 95-110p script... Do we need a treatment? #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  352. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    I'm producing my own content with my web series (streaming episodic content), and writing for others #scriptchat
    Retweeted by demon of words
  353. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Q: @garywgoldstein What would be the best prodcos/studios to query? #scriptchat
    Retweeted by demon of words
  354. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    Time for #scriptchat with guest @garywgoldstein giving tips on querying a producer!
    Retweeted by demon of words
  355. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @blueneumann @nisajaie #scriptchat Not what I saw at Adobe Max this week! Amazing stuff.
  356. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    @garywgoldstein Re: approaching similar films/TV series - how would you do that if they don't look at unsolicited scripts? #scriptchat
  357. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @jazzbeep a minimum of one brilliant, market-tested screenplay, another either complete or in progress & several refined pitches #scriptchat
  358. Nick Triandafyllou @NickTtw
    @garywgoldstein ready to query = strong logline, 1p synopsis, 2-4p outline, great 95-110p script... Do we need a treatment? #scriptchat
  359. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @nisajaie @byChrisPhillips #scriptchat No love for Premier...Adobe all the way with the new release this week
  360. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @nisajaie I heard that Adobe oversimplified FCP in a recent release... less pro, more consumer. #scriptchat
  361. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Mimicking box office success or big-budget commercial fare rather than that one unique story only you could write so well… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Debra Kayn
  362. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Searching for Sugarman (?) won best docu @ Cannes after director ran out of $ & finished shooting film on his phone. #scriptchat
  363. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Q: Thoughts on how to be of use/be helpful in order to give back in the relationships one builds w/ an asst? #scriptchat
  364. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    I guess social media is probably a good place to keep in touch with asst's. #scriptchat
  365. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    Some don't realize that the person who answers the phone at a prodco is connected to everyone there. They take mssgs. POWER! #scriptchat
  366. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @byChrisPhillips @CydM I love Premiere! But I am an Adobe girl (design & film). Any love for Final Cut Pro? I want to learn it. #scriptchat
  367. Janelle B @JazzBeeP
    Q @garywgoldstein what should I have in my writing portfolio before I look for a producer? #scriptchat
  368. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Had great relationship with WB exec who went to the pre-Disney ABC and then fell off the grid. C’est le guerre… #scriptchat
  369. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    @garywgoldstein any other suggestions for building our network? #scriptchat
  370. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the ass't stays your contact at new gig AND intros you to replacement at old job. systemize your growing network. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
  371. The THINGrid Elkner @IngridElkner
    @garywgoldstein I find it crazy that ppl advise to be friendly with assistants. I can't see a reason to be anything different! #scriptchat
  372. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @filmwriter4 target films similar to yours, the prodcos, directors, everyone associated with those films & target them #scriptchat
  373. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    @CydM Really? Interesting. I met someone that does trailers she said Avid is slowly fading, know Premiere... #scriptchat
  374. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    the ass't stays your contact at new gig AND intros you to replacement at old job. systemize your growing network. #scriptchat
  375. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @jeannevb I will tell Sally Struthers do do a commercial... #scriptchat
  376. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    I'm producing my own content with my web series (streaming episodic content), and writing for others #scriptchat
  377. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    yes, I think it’s more difficult if your goal is to be produced at a studio; but there are more ways to get in the game today… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  378. Cyd Madsen @CydM
    #scriptchat Gone Girl fully done in Adobe Premier, very affordable
  379. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    @dwacon great Q as well. when ass't switches jobs, you double your rolodex ! #scriptchat
  380. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @wcmartell Just so long as the query doesn’t trigger release of the hounds... #scriptchat
  381. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …lower cost tech & equip & post-prod; more avail talent; our ability to target audience socially in advance, even crowdsourcing. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  382. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    yes, I think it’s more difficult if your goal is to be produced at a studio; but there are more ways to get in the game today… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  383. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …lower cost tech & equip & post-prod; more avail talent; our ability to target audience socially in advance, even crowdsourcing. #scriptchat
  384. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    yes, I think it’s more difficult if your goal is to be produced at a studio; but there are more ways to get in the game today… #scriptchat
  385. Dwayne Conyers @dwacon
    @garywgoldstein Great advice, but what to do when the asst’s change jobs to a boss working in a different genre/market ? #scriptchat
  386. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Eboni D.
  387. Chris Hadley @filmwritr4
    Q: @garywgoldstein What would be the best prodcos/studios to query? #scriptchat
  388. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  389. Konrad Stief @KonradStief
    @garywgoldstein Doesn't matter if your previous scripts are unproduced? Ass't wouldn't be concerned of practical experience? #scriptchat
  390. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @dwacon haha wait till you see the Thanksgiving tweets :) #scriptchat
  391. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Eboni D.
  392. Chris Neumann @blueneumann
    @wcmartell "it's that guy who keeps sending us scripts." #scriptchat
  393. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Chris Hadley
  394. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    @garywgoldstein Q: Any tips on the first contact, how to break ice & politely initiate to then continue w/ what you described? #scriptchat
  395. Amy Senger @sengseng
    @GaryWGoldstein Do you think it's more or less difficult to break into #Hollywood now than say 20 years ago? #scriptchat
  396. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Your spec may not get optioned or sold, but it can create momentum & be your best calling card to the industry. #scriptchat
  397. William C. Martell @wcmartell
    For me it's a numbers game: keep querying new scripts and eventually they get to know you. #scriptchat
  398. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … write the story that will stand out, get you noticed & can be produced on an ‘indie’ budget’ if need be… #scriptchat
  399. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Mimicking box office success or big-budget commercial fare rather than that one unique story only you could write so well… #scriptchat
  400. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    FYI @garywgoldstein has @scriptmag column. His latest here on "No" is Just a Conversation Starter scriptmag.com/features/break… #scriptchat
  401. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …let the ass’t get to know you (you = the writer, artist, creator) --ask their advice, ask smart questions, engage them… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  402. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Christopher Phillips
  403. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …even 3 minutes on the phone once a week for 3-4 weeks & you’ll develop rapport that separates you from your competition… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Sharif Yelverton
  404. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by GHenryWrites
  405. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Looking forward to my maiden voyage on #scriptchat. Thanks for the invite. #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Catherine Shefski
  406. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … soon they’ll ask to read your work. Invest in people & relationships. Let people know & like you. The rest happens naturally. #scriptchat
  407. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …even 3 minutes on the phone once a week for 3-4 weeks & you’ll develop rapport that separates you from your competition… #scriptchat
  408. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Sharif Yelverton
  409. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    …let the ass’t get to know you (you = the writer, artist, creator) --ask their advice, ask smart questions, engage them… #scriptchat
  410. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  411. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    … Initiate short , thoughtful calls & emails –- don’t ask big favors right away (e.g. asking a stranger to read your script)... #scriptchat
  412. TheJuanisaJ  @nisajaie
    @garywgoldstein Thanks for joining! And congrats to the upcoming anniversary. #scriptchat
  413. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    A standard query is impersonal & results are random; target people you admire & consistently build rapport with their ass’t’s… #scriptchat
  414. Amy Senger @sengseng
    @GaryWGoldstein What's the most common mistake you see aspiring screenwriters making? #scriptchat
  415. Conservative Warrior @GOP_Warrior
    @jeannevb Oh how I've missed #ScriptChat ... I'll be back after December. :-)
  416. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    @garywgoldstein so let's get started.... love your advice on querying execs. Shoot some thoughts out on the best approach #scriptchat
  417. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Hard to imagine but March '15 marks the 25th anniv of that film's release. #scriptchat
  418. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    Time for #scriptchat with guest @garywgoldstein giving tips on querying a producer!
    Retweeted by Cyd Madsen
  419. Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4
    Time for #scriptchat with guest @garywgoldstein giving tips on querying a producer!
  420. Gary W. Goldstein @garywgoldstein
    Looking forward to my maiden voyage on #scriptchat. Thanks for the invite. #scriptchat
  421. Christopher Phillips @byChrisPhillips
    And Pretty Woman was on TV last night... Great timing. #scriptchat
  422. Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
    Let the games begin... fyi, I have apple pie moonshine simmering on the stove #howweroll #scriptchat

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