Introduce Yourself : Proof of Concept (PoC) by Matthew Faye Terry

Matthew Faye Terry A proof of concept is like a micro-budget short film that a filmmaker makes which: #1) Shows production companies, investors, studios, etc. what the movie's premiere is, #2) Shows what the feature-length film will look like/the tone of the feature-length movie, #3) Highlights the important elements of the movie, and #4) Showcases what the filmmaker's production team can do/their skills.

Sometimes a proof of concept is just a scene. I don't think I've heard of any screenwriters using proof of concepts to pitch their scripts.

Maurice - Should I as a screenwriter, write a PoC, which is of course edited from my existing scripts?

Hi Matthew Faye Terry - here's a previous thread on Stage 32 that's a good read for you on the topic: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Proof-of-Concept

and a blog too >>

https://www.stage32.com/blog/8-things-i-learned-shooting-my-proof-of-con...

I'd also love to hear from folks who have done a PoC film, lessons learned? anyone take the film to feature?

Hi Sheila - I've read the thread actually, but it really didn't answer my question. Thanks.

Matthew Faye Terry A PoC isn't something you write. It's a short film or scene. Or did I misunderstand your question?

I misunderstood. From my reading it looks like a written PoC was needed as part of a screenplay package pitch, hence the PoC script needed to be edited from an existing screenplay. I'm still in the learning phase of all this. Thanks

I haven't heard of a PoC script, Matthew Faye Terry. Sorry that I can't help. Maybe someone else will be able to answer your question.

Actually, all my questions have been answered. Thanks everyone

You're welcome, Matthew Faye Terry. Looking forward to hearing more about your script.

I've completed 11 so far. I asked these questions about PoC because a production company is showing interest in one of my screenplays and the rep kept referring to this PoC thing.

Matthew Faye Terry You can post in the Filmmaking/Directing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing). Maybe someone there can explain what a PoC script is.

Hi Matthew, were you able to find the answers to your questions?

For the most part, yes. I just need to figure out what parts of my screenplays need to be used to create a PoC.

Please stop soliciting me. It's annoying and has nothing to do with this post.

Stage 32 deleted his account, Matthew Faye Terry.