Father Fitz |
06-02-2004 07:43 AM |
MVP732...
If you haven't taken the time to compare the likes of "Final Draft" and "Story View", I strongly urge you to do so before you spend your money. Neither of these software programs are cheap but they're also not outrageously expensive, especially if you plan on using either one to churn out more than a couple of scripts.
I don't know how old you are, what level of education you've attained or even how long you've been writing (scripts, et al), but I'd venture to say that (from reading your script) you've got a long way to go before you get good at this thing. That's not to say that you don't have a talent (it's obvious that you do) but rather that there are weaknesses in your script involving presentation (structure), grammar, spelling, plot/premise, and even dialogue. Overall, production value isn't necessarily an issue since you're not selling the script. Fortunately, you've got the balls to display your unfinished work on the web for the whole world to see, and there's not a lot of people reading this (or your script) who can claim the same. Please read on, I'm on your side...
As far as my mentioning "Final Draft", I currently (for a 'ghost story-with-a-devilish-twist' script I'm working on) use the "6.0" version but there is a current "7.0" version available. "Final Draft" is more user-friendly compared to most other scriptwriting software and is widely used in the industry, more so than any other program (which, since I want to eventually make a living with my scriptwriting, is why I decided on this program).
I am not trying to bash you or your script by any means, nor am I intentionally trying to insult your intelligence: I've been writing since the age of 10 (I'm 39) and I readily admit that I'm still learning (though it's been over ten years since I was last published). I'm relatively new to scriptwriting myself (I have 2 under my belt so far), though I wrote my first play (and got it produced at school) when I was in the 6th grade. Regardless, I'm just trying to offer some friendly advice, one writer to another.
Best wishes with your script---I'm looking forward to seeing the end result (your film) if possible. :D
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