New Year’s Resolution…
Check out my pitch deck for my six feature film screenplays, and leave a comment to let me know which one you think would make the most interesting novel. I need help deciding!
ADAPTATION…
When it comes to award-winning movies, screenplays that have been “adapted from” other material equal or exceed the number of original screenplays that have won. That’s a concern to screenwriters who are trying to get their spec scripts optioned. But what to do?
Ready, Set, Write!
I challenge you to write a screenplay in November for NaNoWriMo, be it a short or feature length - or adapt the beautiful bones of your screenplay into a novel.
Jes - Wayward with a pen
DO NOT ENTER - YET
When it comes to screenwriting contests, "get covered" and make sure your screenplays are ready to SUBMIT!
Taking Aim at the War of Films
Navigating Film Festivals in a World of Online Scams (Part 3)
War of Films, a film festival competition, emailed me after my debatable win as Best Screenwriter with the Enjoy Films Festival. At first, I was flattered, excited - hopeful…
Fool Me Once…
Navigating Film Festivals in a World of Online Scams (Part 2)
Hi Jes, we are very surprised by your review. Out of 23 reviews, the only bad one is yours..."
Just Take the Win, Damn It!
Navigating Film Festivals in a World of Online Scams (Part 1) "Never trust a laurel on a vinyl floor backdrop.” —Wayward
For the Long Run
“I think maybe I don’t belong here.” —Tetsya Mariko
An important discovery for me is that I’m not suited to everything I try - even when I try hard. Despite that, my Super 8 experience was amazing and so were the results.
Wayward Heart Productions
Wayward Heart Productions… I’ve registered a business name! Now what?
I survived!
My experience as a top 5 at this year’s CineSpark script competition - where not winning is still a win!
CineSpark Pitch Event
Come one, come all! Get your tickets! I'd love to see you at the pitch, supporting local screenwriters and filmmakers - including me!
CINESPARK, HERE I COME!
My first short, “Oh, Beth!” was selected as a finalist in the CINESPARK competition to pitch at the Shortcircuit Pacific Rim Film Festival! Read on to find out more…
