Filmmaker One - episode 10
Common First-time Screenwriter Mistakes

March 16, 2008 | 3 Comments posted | Filed under Podcasts

In this episode, Bob Gebert and Tracy Evans set out to continue a previous conversation on components of the screenplay.

But the conversation quickly veers away from a no-doubt heady and ponderous discussion of Act Two, to a free-form exchange on flashbacks, dream sequences, orphans, script formatting and brass paper fasteners. Check back next week for the continued examination of the screenplay, with a focus on the Second Act.

Items mentioned:

Juno
The Screenwriters Bible
The Writers Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers
Prong paper fasteners, brass, 1-1/4 length

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Filmmaker One - episode #9 -
The Screenplay - The Second 10 Pages

March 9, 2008 | Comments? | Filed under New Media Expo, Podcasts

Topics aplenty on this weeks show. Bob Gebert continues his examination of the screenplay and how he approaches the second 10 pages.

Christina Mauro then joins Bob to continue their conversation on producing indie films, and procuring name talent.

I’ll talk about an upcoming digital media conference at which I will be speaking, the latest developments at Apple on digital self-distribution for indie producers, and we award another prize in our 6-week series of give-aways.

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Episode #8 -
The Screenplay - The First 10 Pages

March 2, 2008 | Comments? | Filed under 11 Minutes Ago, Podcasts

In this continuation of last weeks discussion, screenwriter/director Bob Gebert examines the elements that go into creating the first 10 pages of a script, and how to make the audience identify with the hero and experience the movie through the characters eyes.

Actor/producer Christina Mauro joins Bob to talk about producing indie films, working with first time directors and what she looks for in a project.

And we award another prize in our 6-week series of give-aways.

Movies and books mentioned:

The Godfather
Bart Gavigan
Rambo
War of the Worlds
A Killer Life: How an Independent Film Producer Survives Deals and Disasters in Hollywood and Beyond

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Episode #7 -
The Screenplay - From Idea to Plot Points

February 24, 2008 | Comments? | Filed under Podcasts

This week screenwriter/director Bob Gebert and I begin a multi-part, in-depth discussion of the screenwriting process. In this episode we examine the sellable idea, character charts, the heroes journey, the concept of the negation of the negation, and plot points.

Movies and books mentioned:

Missing
The Matrix
The Writers Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers
Writing Screenplays That Sell: The Complete, Step-By-Step Guide
Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting
Story: Substance, Structure, Style and The Principles of Screenwriting

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Episode #6 -
Creating a breakout indie film

February 17, 2008 | 1 Comment posted | Filed under Distribution, Podcasts

This week we have a jam-packed show full of insider movie info. We talk with Bob Gebert about building the production team for your breakout movie. We discuss planning for your entry into the market, the secrets you need to know about film festivals, and how to increase your odds of screening at Sundance.

I announce the winner of the first filmmaker one contest drawing, and let you know how you could win the next one. (Hint: sign up for the free newsletter) Then, I wrap things up with my thoughts on some interesting developments in digital self-distribution.

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Episode #5 -
How to write a script

February 8, 2008 | 1 Comment posted | Filed under Podcasts

In this episode we have a rare opportunity to peek over the shoulder of a seasoned professional screenwriter as he shares and explains his personal work methods and process. Screenwriter/director Bob Gebert walks us through his method of carrying an idea through the multi-step process that is screenwriting. From the early words-on-paper draft, through the part where he really gets to write, and on to completion.

We also introduce our new sponsor, ikan, designers, manufacturers and distributors of professional quality, affordable equipment for video and film production.

And we begin a six week series of prize giveaways. February and March 2008 are prize months, and our listeners will have the opportunity to win some really cool prizes, provided by our sponsor.

Anyone can enter the contest. We will randomly select a new winner each week, for the next six weeks, from our e-newsletter mailing list. To enter, just go here and enter your e-mail address.

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Episode #4 -
Dramatic Structure and Formula

January 31, 2008 | Comments? | Filed under Dramatic Structure, Log Line, Podcasts

In this episode, we explore an important area of learning for screenwriters and filmmakers - dramatic structure.

I also introduce a new segment, the Filmmaker One Book Review, where we continue our theme of story structure with a classic work on the subject.

Movies mentioned:

Books Mentioned

What are your thoughts on dramatic structure? Post a comment to this topic and tell us if you like to play by the rules, or make them up as you go? Or click here to send us an e-mail.

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Episode #3 -
High Concept - Friend or foe?

January 24, 2008 | Comments? | Filed under High Concept, Log Line, Podcasts

In this episode we get technical and dive into the ideas of High Concept, Log Lines and the Strange Attractor. We talk about how to decide when your script is ready to shoot, if it has the elements needed to draw an audience.

Here are some web sites we mention in the show:

Wordplayer.com - The website of Academy Award -nominated writers Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio.
Zoetrope.com - A submission destination and collaboration tool for filmmakers.
TiggerStreet.com - Formed by Kevin Spacey as a web-based filmmaker and screenwriter’s community.

Here are some of the movies mentioned in this episode.

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Episode #2 -
A Movie Shot In One Day

January 17, 2008 | 3 Comments posted | Filed under Podcasts

In this episode, we continue our talk with Bob Gebert and about his first feature, “11 Minutes Ago”, a sci-fi, time travel, romantic comedy.

Bob will tell us more about his shooting schedule, or in this case, the single shooting day. He’ll talk about some of the technical problems that arose, and how you should plan for potential problems when you make your movie.

We’ll also discuss how he approached post production and the challenges of bringing Hollywood-quality production values to a movie with little to no budget.

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Episode #1 -
You Can’t Out-Hollywood Hollywood.

January 8, 2008 | 1 Comment posted | Filed under Podcasts

In this episode, we talk with producer/director Bob Gebert about the process of creating his first feature film, 11 Minutes Ago, the sci-fi, time travel, romantic comedy.We discuss: