Screenwriting : Proof-of-concepts by Richard Morell

Richard Morell

Proof-of-concepts

A suggestion was made to me after posting a question on the Introduce Yourself Lounge, to come to this lounge and ask my question. I want to create a proof-of-concept for feature project, and I have written several drafts that seem to be confusing to readers who know nothing about the feature.

I'd love to hear from writer-directors who decided to make a proof-of-concept and how they approached creating it. I know it needs to be a short standalone film. How should I alter my mindset to create the script that will be both a standalone short AND relate to the feature?

Wal Friman

I've done storyboard videos and always straight from the script. The opening image or longer. The power here is to give the viewer a sense where the themes are going. The scene where the main character is introduced is obviously a main attraction.

Kiril Maksimoski

If ure mostly writer I'd say better call for references and recommendations of the people you've worked with (especially if known)...doing a reel on your own spec will cost a lot, and there's no money back guarantee on that...

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