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OUR CATEGORY : BUZZSept. 7th, 2010: Dani Jimenez Scores Paid Screenwriting AssignmentScreenwriter Dani Jimenez (ProSeries 26) has signed on for a second work-for-hire project with Paul Ramirez, producer for Lobo Video Productions. After reviewing a sample of Dani’s screenwriting, Mr. Ramirez hired her for the first screenplay writing assignment titled “Macho Gone Mad.” He loved her writing so much that they are collaborating on the next [...] Sept. 3, 2010: Karen Mueller Bryson Hired to Co-Write ScriptScreenwriter Karen Mueller Bryson (ProSeries 21) has been hired to co-write a screenplay about Shelby Rodriguez’s true life story. This came on the heels of Karen’s first script being optioned! Tentatively titled “Mom On A Mission,” Shelby was called the “Erin Brockovich of Antelope” after saving her 534-unit housing development from harmful fumes that [...] Aug 17, 2010: Kathryn Dahlstrom Joins Movie as ProducerKathryn Dahlstrom (ProSeries 19) has joined the team making the upcoming “Beyond Belief” as a producer. The movie is being made by Producer Mark Cramer of Marker Entertainment, who has already raised $6 million in equity funding. Directing will be Damian Fulton, a former Vice President of Development at Marvel Productions, who has done [...] August 13, 2010: Etta Worthington Hired to Write ScriptScreenwriter Etta Worthington (ProSeries 25) has been hired to write a screenplay for Reel Now Films, the production company of Director Kevin Dalvi and Producer Shahzad Chaudhary. The feature will be shot in Chicago later this year. The script is currently in development, but is well on its way to completion. Etta will receive [...] Aug 11, 2010: Karen Mueller Bryson Has Script OptionedScreenwriter Karen Mueller Bryson (ProSeries 21) had her script “Monsoon Season” optioned by producer Victoria Slater of Minor Distractions Entertainment. Karen connected with Victoria Slater through Virtual Pitch Fest, where she pitched her script and found that Victoria is a good match for the project. You can see Karen’s site and future projects here. [...] Aug 9, 2010: Marla Hayes Sells Short Film Rights!Screenwriter Marla Hayes (ProSeries 6) has sold the rights to her short film, “PUSH.” The purchase was for non-exclusive rights and Marla was represented by her sales agent Ouat Media. Last year, the script won the Grand Prize in the “From the Heart” Film Festival and Marla was commissioned by the North Bay Symphony Orchestra [...] July 21, 2010: Adrian Havens Scores Pilot AssignmentScreenwriter Adrian Havens (ProSeries 29) signed an agreement to write the pilot for an animated series. The project is being done by Crescent Fawn Studios and is based upon characters of the Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency during the middle 19th century. Excellent work, Adrian! July 19, 2010: Lis Anna Sells Rights to Short FilmScreenwriter Lis Anna (ProSeries 19) has sold the rights to a four time Award winning short film she wrote, directed, and produced. The non-exclusive rights were purchased by Movieola and Lis was represented by her sales agent Ouat Media. You can see info on other movies Lis wrote and/or produced at www.lisannafilms.com Great job, Lis. July 8, 2010: Clark Ransom Signs With AgentScreenwriter Clark Ransom (ProSeries 20) just signed with the Whitt Brantley Management and Talent: A Literary, Film and Television Agency to represent his comedy script, “On Becoming Grim.” Whitt Brantley has represented other screenwriters on movies ranging from $5 to $20 million in budget. The agreement was signed after Clark got 18 requests for his script from [...] July 7, 2010: Lynn Dickinson Lands an AgentScreenwriter Lynn Dickinson (ProSeries 18) signed with New York literary agent Louise Fury, of the L. Perkins agency, to represent the book “Brother Haters Anonymous.” This occurred after a wild July 4th weekend where Lynn submitted the manuscript on Saturday night, had it read on Sunday, and had an exclusive agreement by Monday afternoon. [...] June 29, 2010: Diane M. Meyer Gets Paid Writing AssignmentScreenwriter Diane M. Meyer (ProSeries 27) has been hired by Joe Nasser of Nasser Entertainment to write a feature script. The deal originated after Diane responded to a request from the producer. Over time, she built a relationship with him and was brought in as the screenwriter for the writing assignment. This is exciting, Diane. You’re [...] June 23, 2010: Mark Moran Hooks Up With PR CompanyMark Moran (ProSeries 10) just signed a deal with WDC Media PR to promote his movie, “Blast and Whisper” — the first film that focuses on the Biblical story of Elijah. WDC Media PR, a leading PR partner who lists Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ” as one of their clients, will help promote [...] June 16, 2010: AJ Ferrara Lands a Writing AssignmentAJ Ferrara (ProSeries 19) has been hired to rewrite a feature film in development at Little Studio Films. The deal was first proposed at a lunch meeting while AJ was in Los Angeles meeting with producers. Way to go, AJ. This is the start of some great things! June 11, 2010: Julie Kenner’s Deal With 1492 Pictures!Julie Kenner (ProSeries 20) got news that her book “Carpe Demon: The adventures of a Demon-Hunting Soccer Mom” has been funded for a movie as part of a deal between 1492 Pictures and CJ Entertainment. The project was unveiled last week as part of the new slate of the two companies who have signed a three-year development deal. [...] May 28, 2010: Joshua Durkin Film gets FundingJoshua Durkin (ProSeries 23) will write and co-produce the feature film “Dead Cat Bounce” with director Daric Gates. Earlier, the two completed the short for “Dead Cat Bounce” and it won “best short” at the Idyllwild Film Festival and the Monaco Film Festival. On the heels of the festival wins, they have have commitments for half the [...] May 26, 2010: Don Macnab-Stark Hired to Rewrite Horror FlickDon Macnab-Stark (ProSeries 6) has been hired by Norwegian writer/producer Martin Molenda to rewrite a horror screenplay to be filmed next year. Don has already rewritten the treatment and story outline, and is now working on the actual script. He will receive co-writing credit. This is Don’s second paid writing assignment and he’s had [...] May 23, 2010: Joshua Durkin Completes Writing AssignmentJoshua Durkin (ProSeries 23) has completed a writing assignment on a feature screenplay. The urban thriller will be produced by Terrence Levi of Streetlife Worldwide Entertainment. Always nice when scripts get approved. Well done, Joshua. May 12, 2010: Claire V. Riley Makes Variety with Stars AttachedClaire V. Riley (ProSeries 9) just made Variety. Five name actors have been attached to her script “The Perfect Family” and the project is moving forward. See Variety article. The cast will include Emily Deschanel (star of Fox’s hit TV drama “Bones”), Kathleen Turner, Jason Ritter, Michael McGrady, and Richard Chamberlain. A rewrite was done [...] April 21, 2010: Jon Bonnell Makes Inktip Magazine Front CoverJon Bonnell (ProSeries 11) had a feature article in Inktip Magazine about his movie Star Quest: The Odyssey. Jon directed the movie, which was written by Carlos Perez. Inktip Magazine goes out to 2500 producers, so this is some good industry PR for Jon. See the article here. Way to go, Jon. April 19, 2010: Mahora Peters Has Script OptionedMahora Peters (ProSeries 12) has had one of her scripts, SOIL OF MY SOUL, optioned by New Zealand producer/director Popo Lilo. Mahora and Popo Lilo are currently developing the script in preparation for production. Victoria Wu (ProSeries 18) has been hired to do coverage and a polish. Great work, Mahora. April 12, 2010: Beth Scrimger has Script OptionedBeth Scrimger (ProSeries 24) had her script TWIN SOULS optioned by producer Elihu Upham of Two Lab Productions/Straw Hat Films. The project is now in development and out for funding. Well done, Beth. April 5, 2010: Si Dunn’s Script Optioned, Talent Attached.Si Dunn (ProSeries 3) has had another script optioned. This is the second time that “Gabe’s Gambit” has been optioned and this time, the producers have already attached talent. Producers Stephen Jules Rubin and Ord Morgan have attached Giancarlo Esposito to star and direct. Tentative plans are to shoot the movie in Baltimore, MD. This [...] Mar 18, 2010: ML Gemmill in Development with Ahmet Zappa!ML Gemmill (ProSeries 25) just completed a six-month long development process with producer Ahmet Zappa of MonsterFoot Productions on a multi-platform project titled “Sci-Fi High.” The project is currently being shopped at CAA, Disney XD, Nickelodeon and SyFy Channels and is rumored to have a “Recommend to Buy” from one of the Studios. [...] Mar 16, 2010: Simon Garrity Film Wins Santa Barbara FestivalSimon Garrity (ProSeries 4) enjoyed a win as the story he originally crafted called EXAM won the Panavision Independent Spirit Award at the Santa Barbara Film Festival. (See Hollywood Reporter announcement.) Simon’s original draft was rewritten and shot by writer/director Stuart Hazeldine. Simon received “Story by” credit, with “Written by” going to Hazeldine. [...] March 9, 2010: Kevin Lee Miller Produces Oscar Tribute VideoKevin Lee Miller (ProSeries 17) produced the 3-minute “John Hughes Tribute” video that was shown at the Academy Awards on Sunday night. With 40 million viewers, that’s pretty exciting. The tribute was a great compilation of movies like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, and Home Alone. See it at the Oscars.org [...] Mar. 8, 2010: Kenneth Kemp Hired to Adapt NovelKenneth Kemp (ProSeries 24) was commissioned to adapt a novel titled NEAR FALL. The author and producer, Joe Reasbeck, has secured funding. NEAR FALL is a tween coming-of-age story set in the world of junior wrestling. Ken is also set to direct the movie. Great job, Ken! Mar. 2, 2010: J.A. Carlton Signs with ManagerJ.A. Carlton (ProSeries 24) signed with The Blackwood Company’s management division 3R Entertainment. They’re located in Beverly Hills. After reading her ProSeries script titled “Soul Hunter,” the manager contacted Jill and requested to represent her. It’s always exciting when that happens. Looking forward to your future success, Jill. Feb. 25, 2010: Alyssa Alexandria Script Hits Tracking BoardsYesterday, Alyssa Alexandria (ProSeries 7) and Henry Gilroy (head writer for Lucasfilm Animation) had their script “The Olympian” land on Hollywood’s tracking boards. Within hours, it was requested by 17 big players, including Red Wagon, Legendary Pictures, and Jerry Bruckheimer’s company. Alyssa is repped by 6-17 Management and Henry by The Gotham Group. Both [...] Feb. 22, 2010: Charlie R. Barnett Hired to Write MovieCharlie R. Barnett (ProSeries 19) has been hired by director Jose L. Arjona to write the full length feature of the award-winning short “In the Memories.” The short was originally made in Spanish. The feature will be written in English. Facebook page for En La Memoria. Looks like it’s going to be a great movie, [...] Feb. 18, 2010: Mark Kratter Completes Writing AssignmentMark Kratter (ProSeries 9) just completed a script-for-hire adaptation of a well-known graphic novel for Stephen L’Heureux of Solipsist Films. L’Heureux is one of the producers on the SIN CITY franchise. Mark has multiple projects in development right now, both as a writer and producer. As always, great job, Mark. |