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John Palmer with Tranquility Base hired Chase Spruill to pen his action/thriller "Recon" after meeting the writer through InkTip. Palmer is a special effects wizard and indie producer who recently partnered with Academy Award winning producer Ilya Salkind (the man behind "Superman" and the upcoming "Young Alexander the Great," among many others). Chase Spruill is a multifaceted feature and TV writer who took 2nd place in the 2009
John Palmer with Tranquility Base hired Chase Spruill to pen his action/thriller "Recon" after meeting the writer through InkTip. Palmer is a special effects wizard and indie producer who recently partnered with Academy Award winning producer Ilya Salkind (the man behind "Superman" and the upcoming "Young Alexander the Great," among many others). Chase Spruill is a multifaceted feature and TV writer who took 2nd place in the 2009 Slamdance Teleplay Competition for a pilot he wrote titled "Standards and Practices," the same script which got Palmer's interest.
Gabriel Napora and Patrick Kalyn with Triton Films hired writer Steven Oppenheimer to pen their latest feature project "Somnolence" after meeting the writer on InkTip. Patrick Kalyn has worked as an FX artist and animator on a number of high profile projects, like "Avatar" and "District 9," and will be bringing his skills to the helm as director on this latest feature project. Writer Steven Oppenheimer was discovered
Gabriel Napora and Patrick Kalyn with Triton Films hired writer Steven Oppenheimer to pen their latest feature project "Somnolence" after meeting the writer on InkTip. Patrick Kalyn has worked as an FX artist and animator on a number of high profile projects, like "Avatar" and "District 9," and will be bringing his skills to the helm as director on this latest feature project. Writer Steven Oppenheimer was discovered by long-time InkTip member Gabriel Napora thanks to his multiple award winning screenplays on the site, including "The Patriot Act," which took Second Place in the 2006 Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Lyse Beck to pen a feature action film after discovering one of her writing samples on InkTip. Nasser will be co-producing this with Dallas Sonnier and the Caliber Media Company, with whom he also co-produced the InkTip-sourced feature "The Boxer and the Kid" starring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. This is Lyse Beck's fifth contract with Joe Nasser.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Lyse Beck to pen a feature action film after discovering one of her writing samples on InkTip. Nasser will be co-producing this with Dallas Sonnier and the Caliber Media Company, with whom he also co-produced the InkTip-sourced feature "The Boxer and the Kid" starring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. This is Lyse Beck's fifth contract with Joe Nasser.
Agent Dean Kaner with Marcus Bryan and Associates signed writer John Loprieno after discovering his feature comedy spec "Growing up Geek" on InkTip. Winner of the Chicago Scriptworks best screenplay award, this script had an obvious appeal to Marcus Bryan and Associates, a Chicago-based literary and talent agency. John Loprieno is a member of both the WGA and SAG, and is the Theater Arts Chair at Moorpark College
Agent Dean Kaner with Marcus Bryan and Associates signed writer John Loprieno after discovering his feature comedy spec "Growing up Geek" on InkTip. Winner of the Chicago Scriptworks best screenplay award, this script had an obvious appeal to Marcus Bryan and Associates, a Chicago-based literary and talent agency. John Loprieno is a member of both the WGA and SAG, and is the Theater Arts Chair at Moorpark College in Moorpark, CA. This is his first InkTip success.
Melania Melcer with Dryad Productions has optioned the short "The Decree" from scribe Keith Blackwell. She discovered the short on InkTip. Keith recently had another short on our site that made it to the Top 6 in the Champion Screenwriting competition.
Melania Melcer with Dryad Productions has optioned the short "The Decree" from scribe Keith Blackwell. She discovered the short on InkTip. Keith recently had another short on our site that made it to the Top 6 in the Champion Screenwriting competition.
Katrina Nahikian and Christopher May with Bullet Heart Inc. optioned a feature comedy script from Christopher Pentzell after finding it on InkTip. We promised not to divulge the title, but if Pentzell's name is starting to look familiar to you, it's because you saw his name last month when we announced that he was hired to pen a feature script for David Winkler, producer of "Rocky Balboa" (Sylvester Stallone) and
Katrina Nahikian and Christopher May with Bullet Heart Inc. optioned a feature comedy script from Christopher Pentzell after finding it on InkTip. We promised not to divulge the title, but if Pentzell's name is starting to look familiar to you, it's because you saw his name last month when we announced that he was hired to pen a feature script for David Winkler, producer of "Rocky Balboa" (Sylvester Stallone) and "Finding Graceland" (Harvey Keitel, Bridget Fonda). He won the 2006 Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition, and has sold, optioned, or been hired to write a bevy of scripts including the produced feature "The Wedding Video," which was on the InkTip Magazine cover.
Munire Armstrong with YN Films optioned the script "Song of Dust" by Philip Hyams after finding it on InkTip. Armstrong co-produced two projects this year, the feature "White as Snow" and the documentary "Tasha Diamant's Human Body Project." Hyams, based in Israel, but who divides his time between there and Toronto, is a tri-national publisher and author, and a former award-winning documentary producer for the CBC. "Song of Dust" chronicles
Munire Armstrong with YN Films optioned the script "Song of Dust" by Philip Hyams after finding it on InkTip. Armstrong co-produced two projects this year, the feature "White as Snow" and the documentary "Tasha Diamant's Human Body Project." Hyams, based in Israel, but who divides his time between there and Toronto, is a tri-national publisher and author, and a former award-winning documentary producer for the CBC. "Song of Dust" chronicles the scandal of French literary figure Elissa Rhais. One of France's leading actresses is attached to the project.
Elias Plagianos with ESP Films optioned "City of Lies" by James Foye after discovering it on InkTip. He found the script on the site while at Cannes, where he was screening his breakout feature "The Crimson Mask." Writer James Foye has been a finalist or semi-finalist in the most prestigious screenwriting competitions, but this is his first option through InkTip.
Elias Plagianos with ESP Films optioned "City of Lies" by James Foye after discovering it on InkTip. He found the script on the site while at Cannes, where he was screening his breakout feature "The Crimson Mask." Writer James Foye has been a finalist or semi-finalist in the most prestigious screenwriting competitions, but this is his first option through InkTip.
UK based filmmaker Jonty Egginton has optioned the short script "The Sandwich Shop," which he found on InkTip, from Southern California writer Barry Katz. Jonty is a young, independent filmmaker who was searching for a script he could use for his next project. He found Barry through InkTip and discovered that he "had a natural flare for creating comical scripts written in a very natural way." The script is
UK based filmmaker Jonty Egginton has optioned the short script "The Sandwich Shop," which he found on InkTip, from Southern California writer Barry Katz. Jonty is a young, independent filmmaker who was searching for a script he could use for his next project. He found Barry through InkTip and discovered that he "had a natural flare for creating comical scripts written in a very natural way." The script is currently in preproduction and due shoot mid August. Barry has had two other shorts produced.
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group discovered writer Diane Meyer on InkTip and hired her to pen his next feature film. He originally read her script "Traded for Lies" while looking for an international thriller with a political message to option. He liked her writing style and hired her instead to write a new one from scratch. Joe Nasser is on set now filming another project which he sourced through
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group discovered writer Diane Meyer on InkTip and hired her to pen his next feature film. He originally read her script "Traded for Lies" while looking for an international thriller with a political message to option. He liked her writing style and hired her instead to write a new one from scratch. Joe Nasser is on set now filming another project which he sourced through InkTip titled "The Boxer and the Kid" with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin from WWE fame in the lead role. Diane Meyer is multi-published in non-fiction, has two novels in the works - one of which "Traded for Lies" is based on, and this is her first feature script hire.
Sammy Montana with Anarchy Management discovered veteran screenwriter Sandor Stern on InkTip and signed to represent him. Montana just launched his new representation firm after handling production and development for Trancas Films International (owners of the Halloween franchise), and though he's optioned scripts and signed writers through InkTip in the past, Sandor is his first major find under the new Anarchy shingle. Sandor's writing credits include MGM's "The Amityville Horror"
Sammy Montana with Anarchy Management discovered veteran screenwriter Sandor Stern on InkTip and signed to represent him. Montana just launched his new representation firm after handling production and development for Trancas Films International (owners of the Halloween franchise), and though he's optioned scripts and signed writers through InkTip in the past, Sandor is his first major find under the new Anarchy shingle. Sandor's writing credits include MGM's "The Amityville Horror" and the TV movie "Gridlock" (David Hasselhoff), among many others.
Wayne Godfrey, owner of London-based theFyzz Limited, optioned "Championship Manager" from Peter Sleeman after finding the script and writer through InkTip. theFyzz Limited is a rapidly rising production and finance company on the UK scene. Peter Sleeman got his start writing jokes for the BBC; this is his second feature screenplay option.
Wayne Godfrey, owner of London-based theFyzz Limited, optioned "Championship Manager" from Peter Sleeman after finding the script and writer through InkTip. theFyzz Limited is a rapidly rising production and finance company on the UK scene. Peter Sleeman got his start writing jokes for the BBC; this is his second feature screenplay option.
Andrew Bellware with Pandora Machine found the script "Clonehunter" by Eric Steele on InkTip and the now-completed feature is being released on DVD today. The sci-fi pic is Andrew's seventh feature directorial effort. The story of "Clonehunter" takes place in a dystopian alien city, but as Andrew tell us, "taking big-budget ideas and making them work for more sensible budgets is what we do!" Writer Eric Steele is represented by
Andrew Bellware with Pandora Machine found the script "Clonehunter" by Eric Steele on InkTip and the now-completed feature is being released on DVD today. The sci-fi pic is Andrew's seventh feature directorial effort. The story of "Clonehunter" takes place in a dystopian alien city, but as Andrew tell us, "taking big-budget ideas and making them work for more sensible budgets is what we do!" Writer Eric Steele is represented by Sue Giordano of the Hudson Agency in New York.
JD Simone has optioned his short script "No Soldier Left Behind" to Susannah Smith. Shooting is scheduled for early August. JD has written several feature scripts and has another short in production, titled "Blinded."
JD Simone has optioned his short script "No Soldier Left Behind" to Susannah Smith. Shooting is scheduled for early August. JD has written several feature scripts and has another short in production, titled "Blinded."
Jenn Page with Luminave Films has optioned the short script "Brownie Points" by Matthew W. Bertsch after discovering it on InkTip. "Brownie Points" is scheduled to shoot in July. Bertsch and his writing partner, Richard Nunez, are currently pitching their first feature-length collaboration titled "Carnation," which "On the Lot" runner-up, Jason Epperson, has agreed to direct. This is the first option short script for Matthew.
Jenn Page with Luminave Films has optioned the short script "Brownie Points" by Matthew W. Bertsch after discovering it on InkTip. "Brownie Points" is scheduled to shoot in July. Bertsch and his writing partner, Richard Nunez, are currently pitching their first feature-length collaboration titled "Carnation," which "On the Lot" runner-up, Jason Epperson, has agreed to direct. This is the first option short script for Matthew.
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Irin Evers on InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was the gritty urban drama "Every time I go to Staten Island something bad happens..." about a former gang member and art student who is desperately trying to save his older brother from gang life. The script placed in the top 10%
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Irin Evers on InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was the gritty urban drama "Every time I go to Staten Island something bad happens..." about a former gang member and art student who is desperately trying to save his older brother from gang life. The script placed in the top 10% of both the Nicholl Fellowship and the Sundance Lab, and Brantley already has an option negotiation underway on the property.
Stacy Davidson of Odyssee Pictures optioned Arthur Vincie's "Vision," after discovering the script on InkTip. Odyssee Pictures is a Houston, Texas-based independent studio that produced the multiple award-winning feature "Sweatshop." "Vision," a sci-fi drama about a robotics researcher discovering humanity through her prototype, is Arthur Vincie's first option through InkTip.
Stacy Davidson of Odyssee Pictures optioned Arthur Vincie's "Vision," after discovering the script on InkTip. Odyssee Pictures is a Houston, Texas-based independent studio that produced the multiple award-winning feature "Sweatshop." "Vision," a sci-fi drama about a robotics researcher discovering humanity through her prototype, is Arthur Vincie's first option through InkTip.
Upinder Raisauda with Central Station Media, LLC hired Linda Shayne to write a feature after finding her on InkTip. Raisauda just directed the film "The Corner Shop" while completing other projects in California, in Canada and in Bollywood. Shayne has written films for Showtime, Brian Grazer, Disney and Roger Corman, directed for Nickelodeon and Warners Bros. Home Video and is currently developing a TV series for Mottola Entertainment. She
Upinder Raisauda with Central Station Media, LLC hired Linda Shayne to write a feature after finding her on InkTip. Raisauda just directed the film "The Corner Shop" while completing other projects in California, in Canada and in Bollywood. Shayne has written films for Showtime, Brian Grazer, Disney and Roger Corman, directed for Nickelodeon and Warners Bros. Home Video and is currently developing a TV series for Mottola Entertainment. She directed a young Neil Patrick Harris and Thora Birch during her feature debut.
Director Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory found scribe Glase Lomond on InkTip and teamed up with him to develop the feature action film "Pistoleros." We're excited to announce that Mary Aloe with Aloe Entertainment has now signed on as a producer on this project. Aloe's credits include "Battle in Seattle" (Charlize Theron, Woody Harrelson) and the upcoming "Mary Mother of Christ" (Al Pacino). Zirilli and Lomond have collaborated on
Director Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory found scribe Glase Lomond on InkTip and teamed up with him to develop the feature action film "Pistoleros." We're excited to announce that Mary Aloe with Aloe Entertainment has now signed on as a producer on this project. Aloe's credits include "Battle in Seattle" (Charlize Theron, Woody Harrelson) and the upcoming "Mary Mother of Christ" (Al Pacino). Zirilli and Lomond have collaborated on a number of projects already, including "Fast Girl" and the Warner Bros' distributed "Aces" (both featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine). Lomond now has seven feature film credits, including three which were distributed through Lionsgate, since being discovered by Zirilli on InkTip.
David Winkler with Winkler Films hired Chris Pentzell to pen an as-of-yet untitled original feature after discovering the writer on InkTip. Some of David's previous credits include "Rocky Balboa" (Sylvester Stallone) and "Finding Graceland" (Harvey Keitel, Bridget Fonda). The script Winkler read was "Can't Live With 'Em," Pentzell's 2006 Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition winner. Chris Pentzell has had a total of seven feature options or hires; three of those were through
David Winkler with Winkler Films hired Chris Pentzell to pen an as-of-yet untitled original feature after discovering the writer on InkTip. Some of David's previous credits include "Rocky Balboa" (Sylvester Stallone) and "Finding Graceland" (Harvey Keitel, Bridget Fonda). The script Winkler read was "Can't Live With 'Em," Pentzell's 2006 Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition winner. Chris Pentzell has had a total of seven feature options or hires; three of those were through InkTip, including his first produced feature film "The Wedding Video."
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group went to camera with another feature film, "The Boxer and the Kid," based on a script he discovered on InkTip. Written by Evan Jacobs, this family-friendly feature about a child being mentored by a fighter stars "Stone Cold" Steve Austin from WWE fame in the lead role. This is Evan Jacobs' third option through InkTip; according to Joe Nasser, Jacobs is "one of the
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group went to camera with another feature film, "The Boxer and the Kid," based on a script he discovered on InkTip. Written by Evan Jacobs, this family-friendly feature about a child being mentored by a fighter stars "Stone Cold" Steve Austin from WWE fame in the lead role. This is Evan Jacobs' third option through InkTip; according to Joe Nasser, Jacobs is "one of the best writers I have ever worked with."
Paolo Vacirca with Svensk Filmindustri optioned the script "Stealing Mr. Right" from Richard Roth & Greg Moulton after finding it on InkTip. Svensk Filmindustri produced and distributed many of cinema legend Ingmar Bergman's films such "The Seventh Seal," "Persona" and "Fanny & Alexander." Today, Sweden's major production company aims for broad audiences and has distribution deals with Summit Entertainment ("Twilight,") Spyglass Entertainment (Johnny Depp in "The Tourist") and others. This
Paolo Vacirca with Svensk Filmindustri optioned the script "Stealing Mr. Right" from Richard Roth & Greg Moulton after finding it on InkTip. Svensk Filmindustri produced and distributed many of cinema legend Ingmar Bergman's films such "The Seventh Seal," "Persona" and "Fanny & Alexander." Today, Sweden's major production company aims for broad audiences and has distribution deals with Summit Entertainment ("Twilight,") Spyglass Entertainment (Johnny Depp in "The Tourist") and others. This is the writing duo's third script option.
Yan Birch and Victoria Tarazi with Pure Entertainment optioned the script "For Hayden's Sake" by Maggie Franks after finding it on InkTip. The surfing-themed script comes at the right time with the US Open of Surfing beginning on July 31st. Birch and Tarazi just produced the feature "Tangerine Sky." Writer Maggie Franks is a lifelong surfer who has various scripts available.
Yan Birch and Victoria Tarazi with Pure Entertainment optioned the script "For Hayden's Sake" by Maggie Franks after finding it on InkTip. The surfing-themed script comes at the right time with the US Open of Surfing beginning on July 31st. Birch and Tarazi just produced the feature "Tangerine Sky." Writer Maggie Franks is a lifelong surfer who has various scripts available.
Marina Loos has optioned her short script "My Suicide" to Harpreet Singh from Canada. This is Marina's first option, and the logline was on the site for less than a month before being picked up.
Marina Loos has optioned her short script "My Suicide" to Harpreet Singh from Canada. This is Marina's first option, and the logline was on the site for less than a month before being picked up.
Pascal Franchot with Fastback Pictures optioned "Rider" from Michael Ezell after finding it through InkTip. Pascal's previous credits include "Gardens of the Night" (John Malkovich, Tom Arnold) and "Triple Dog" (Scout Taylor-Compton), among many others. Michael Ezell, who has worked as a makeup FX artist on films such as "Mel Gibson's Apocalypto," told us that his spec draft "was originally written to be a low budget post-apocalypse movie, but Pascal
Pascal Franchot with Fastback Pictures optioned "Rider" from Michael Ezell after finding it through InkTip. Pascal's previous credits include "Gardens of the Night" (John Malkovich, Tom Arnold) and "Triple Dog" (Scout Taylor-Compton), among many others. Michael Ezell, who has worked as a makeup FX artist on films such as "Mel Gibson's Apocalypto," told us that his spec draft "was originally written to be a low budget post-apocalypse movie, but Pascal came in with some great ideas on how to write to a bigger budget." This is Michael's first option through InkTip.
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films hired writer Steve Peterson to re-write the feature thriller script "Next Stop Murder," after meeting Peterson on InkTip. Murlowski's credits include "Nowhere to Hide" (Meredith Monroe from Sony's "Vampires: The Turning") and "Cop Dog" (Alexander Chaplin of "Spin City"), both of which were sourced through InkTip. Johnson Chan, Murlowski's long-time partner, (and producer of "Smother" with Diane Keaton and Dax Sheppard), wrote and co-produced
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films hired writer Steve Peterson to re-write the feature thriller script "Next Stop Murder," after meeting Peterson on InkTip. Murlowski's credits include "Nowhere to Hide" (Meredith Monroe from Sony's "Vampires: The Turning") and "Cop Dog" (Alexander Chaplin of "Spin City"), both of which were sourced through InkTip. Johnson Chan, Murlowski's long-time partner, (and producer of "Smother" with Diane Keaton and Dax Sheppard), wrote and co-produced on the project. This is Peterson's third hire with Murlowski and Maple Island Films.
Betty Buckley with 1080 Entertainment optioned the teen series pilot "Mackenzie Daily: Web Reporter" from Michael Szczurko after discovering it on InkTip. 1080 Entertainment, specializing in television MOWs and documentaries, are best known for such titles as "Jurassic Fight Club" and "Nostradamus: 2012." Michael Szczurko has worked for over a decade as a television producer and post production supervisor on youth-oriented television series like "Zoey: 101" and "Drake & Josh."
Betty Buckley with 1080 Entertainment optioned the teen series pilot "Mackenzie Daily: Web Reporter" from Michael Szczurko after discovering it on InkTip. 1080 Entertainment, specializing in television MOWs and documentaries, are best known for such titles as "Jurassic Fight Club" and "Nostradamus: 2012." Michael Szczurko has worked for over a decade as a television producer and post production supervisor on youth-oriented television series like "Zoey: 101" and "Drake & Josh." This is his first option through InkTip.
Mike Doto with Seaside Pictures optioned the comedy script "Always Picked Last" from Steve Feld after finding it on InkTip. Doto will be directing this project following a successful festival run with his film "The Legacy." Feld has previously written and directed for sitcoms and documentaries for Disney and other networks and studios.
Mike Doto with Seaside Pictures optioned the comedy script "Always Picked Last" from Steve Feld after finding it on InkTip. Doto will be directing this project following a successful festival run with his film "The Legacy." Feld has previously written and directed for sitcoms and documentaries for Disney and other networks and studios.
Roger Soffer & Christian Ford optioned the feature comedy script "Frankenstoner" from Chris Pearson after discovering it on InkTip. "Frankenstoner" is now in pre-pro and out to financiers, with two A-list actors in talks for the lead roles and three Oscar Award-winning crew members signed on to the project. The script was so marketable, it landed Pearson representation with Rima Greer and the Above the Line Agency. Soffer and Ford's
Roger Soffer & Christian Ford optioned the feature comedy script "Frankenstoner" from Chris Pearson after discovering it on InkTip. "Frankenstoner" is now in pre-pro and out to financiers, with two A-list actors in talks for the lead roles and three Oscar Award-winning crew members signed on to the project. The script was so marketable, it landed Pearson representation with Rima Greer and the Above the Line Agency. Soffer and Ford's credits include "Slow Burn" with Josh Brolin, among others.
Joseph Nasser of the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Brent Jordan to pen a television pilot script after meeting the writer through InkTip. Nasser has already brought a number of InkTip-sourced scripts to the screen, including "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, and "Courage," with Jason Priestly. Brent Jordan worked with Jim Manos Jr., showrunner and creator of "Dexter," on the pilot script. This is Jordan's
Joseph Nasser of the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Brent Jordan to pen a television pilot script after meeting the writer through InkTip. Nasser has already brought a number of InkTip-sourced scripts to the screen, including "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, and "Courage," with Jason Priestly. Brent Jordan worked with Jim Manos Jr., showrunner and creator of "Dexter," on the pilot script. This is Jordan's first InkTip success.
Agent Dean Kaner with Marcus Bryan and Associates signed writer Richard Price after discovering his feature family comedy script "Piano Man" on InkTip. Marcus Bryan and Associates is a Chicago-based literary and talent agency. Richard Price's previous writing credits include "Catacombs" (through Columbia Tri-Star) and episodes of "Murder She Wrote." This is his first InkTip success.
Agent Dean Kaner with Marcus Bryan and Associates signed writer Richard Price after discovering his feature family comedy script "Piano Man" on InkTip. Marcus Bryan and Associates is a Chicago-based literary and talent agency. Richard Price's previous writing credits include "Catacombs" (through Columbia Tri-Star) and episodes of "Murder She Wrote." This is his first InkTip success.
Rosser Goodman with KGB Films discovered Nancy Nyman and Heather McNama's feature comedy script "The Untitled Meryl Streep Project" through InkTip. This is Nancy and Heather's second InkTip success story, and it's especially interesting because Rosser Goodman was originally looking for a writer to hire onto one of her KGB Films projects. And while she found the writer she was looking for, she also wound up falling in love
Rosser Goodman with KGB Films discovered Nancy Nyman and Heather McNama's feature comedy script "The Untitled Meryl Streep Project" through InkTip. This is Nancy and Heather's second InkTip success story, and it's especially interesting because Rosser Goodman was originally looking for a writer to hire onto one of her KGB Films projects. And while she found the writer she was looking for, she also wound up falling in love with this script, meeting the writers, and signing on to direct it. "The Untitled Meryl Streep Project" also has on board producer Michael Garrity ("Rennie's Landing" with Jennifer Garner) and is being produced under Nancy and Heather's Two Girls Unleashed shingle.
Ira Posnansky with Eclectic Filmworks discovered the best-selling graphic novel "The Unwanted" by Scott Marcano on InkTip. Marcano adapted a spec screenplay based on the novel for Posnansky, who is now taking it to the studios. Posnansky, whose credits include "Conspiracy" (with Val Kilmer and Gary Cole), originally met Marcano on InkTip in 2006 when he hired him to write another project. Marcano's credits include MGM's "Bio-Dome" with Pauly
Ira Posnansky with Eclectic Filmworks discovered the best-selling graphic novel "The Unwanted" by Scott Marcano on InkTip. Marcano adapted a spec screenplay based on the novel for Posnansky, who is now taking it to the studios. Posnansky, whose credits include "Conspiracy" (with Val Kilmer and Gary Cole), originally met Marcano on InkTip in 2006 when he hired him to write another project. Marcano's credits include MGM's "Bio-Dome" with Pauly Shore.
Gene Kraft of Gene Kraft Productions optioned the script "Ranch Dressing" from Lynne Christensen after finding it on InkTip. Kraft is currently developing a script he found on InkTip with Oscar-winner Helen Hunt and Oscar-nominated cinematographer/director Lajos Koltai, who last helmed "Evening" with Meryl Streep, Toni Collette and Patrick Wilson, both attached. Christensen is represented by Barbara Bitela with the Silver/Bitela Agency.
Gene Kraft of Gene Kraft Productions optioned the script "Ranch Dressing" from Lynne Christensen after finding it on InkTip. Kraft is currently developing a script he found on InkTip with Oscar-winner Helen Hunt and Oscar-nominated cinematographer/director Lajos Koltai, who last helmed "Evening" with Meryl Streep, Toni Collette and Patrick Wilson, both attached. Christensen is represented by Barbara Bitela with the Silver/Bitela Agency.
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films optioned "Christmas Mail" from Lorene Lacey after discovering it on InkTip. Long-time InkTip member Murlowski's credits include "Nowhere to Hide" (with Lochlyn Munro of "Daddy Day Care" and Meredith Monroe from Sony's "Vampires: The Turning") and "Cop Dog" (with Alexander Chaplin of "Spin City"), both of which were sourced through InkTip. Writer Lorene Lacey, who is repped by Barbara Bitela of the Silver/Bitela
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films optioned "Christmas Mail" from Lorene Lacey after discovering it on InkTip. Long-time InkTip member Murlowski's credits include "Nowhere to Hide" (with Lochlyn Munro of "Daddy Day Care" and Meredith Monroe from Sony's "Vampires: The Turning") and "Cop Dog" (with Alexander Chaplin of "Spin City"), both of which were sourced through InkTip. Writer Lorene Lacey, who is repped by Barbara Bitela of the Silver/Bitela Agency, has had two other options recently, including another one through InkTip.
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions optioned the script "The Pimp Pad" from Joe Chun after discovering it on InkTip. Larsson began his career at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom and has since produced various internationally-financed features. Chun is represented by the Gersh Agency and this is his second feature length screenplay to be optioned.
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions optioned the script "The Pimp Pad" from Joe Chun after discovering it on InkTip. Larsson began his career at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom and has since produced various internationally-financed features. Chun is represented by the Gersh Agency and this is his second feature length screenplay to be optioned.
Ted Bauman with Bauman Productions Inc. optioned "Bond of Silence" from BD Young after meeting the writer through InkTip. "Bond of Silence" will be distributed on the Lifetime Television Network with Charlie McDermott ("Hot Tub Time Machine") in the lead role. BD Young's first InkTip success took place all the way back in 2002.
Ted Bauman with Bauman Productions Inc. optioned "Bond of Silence" from BD Young after meeting the writer through InkTip. "Bond of Silence" will be distributed on the Lifetime Television Network with Charlie McDermott ("Hot Tub Time Machine") in the lead role. BD Young's first InkTip success took place all the way back in 2002.
Joel Reisig with Alpha Theta Chi Films, LLC optioned the script "Jailhouse Santa" from David Higlen after finding it on InkTip. Reisig's credits include "Fraternity House." Higlen both wrote and produced the festival award winning feature "Banking on Love." He also has several feature scripts available on InkTip.
Joel Reisig with Alpha Theta Chi Films, LLC optioned the script "Jailhouse Santa" from David Higlen after finding it on InkTip. Reisig's credits include "Fraternity House." Higlen both wrote and produced the festival award winning feature "Banking on Love." He also has several feature scripts available on InkTip.
Steve Felt with Powder Day Productions optioned "Echoes" from Steven Brown, after discovering it on InkTip. It actually started out as a short script, but Steven Brown helped develop a feature version of it at Steve Felt's request, and will be receiving an associate producer credit. This is Steven Brown's first option through InkTip.
Steve Felt with Powder Day Productions optioned "Echoes" from Steven Brown, after discovering it on InkTip. It actually started out as a short script, but Steven Brown helped develop a feature version of it at Steve Felt's request, and will be receiving an associate producer credit. This is Steven Brown's first option through InkTip.
Ehren Koepf with Fighting Ant Productions optioned the feature script "Psych Unit" by Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip. He was a first assistant director on last year's feature "The Harimaya Bridge" (Danny Glover) and just produced the feature "The Singularity is Near" (with Pauly Perette, star of "NCIS"), based on futurist Ray Kurzweil's famous 2005 work. Mark Daniels, meanwhile, has had a number of scripts optioned by InkTip
Ehren Koepf with Fighting Ant Productions optioned the feature script "Psych Unit" by Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip. He was a first assistant director on last year's feature "The Harimaya Bridge" (Danny Glover) and just produced the feature "The Singularity is Near" (with Pauly Perette, star of "NCIS"), based on futurist Ray Kurzweil's famous 2005 work. Mark Daniels, meanwhile, has had a number of scripts optioned by InkTip producers over the last year. In fact, this latest deal is the in-demand writer's eighth feature success through InkTip, with a few of these scheduled for production in 2010.
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature script "Three Days and Two Nights" from writer Dan Barwick after discovering it on InkTip. Joe Nasser, with over three dozen feature films to his resume, has already added four new titles from scripts or writers found through InkTip in the last couple years: "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "Courage," with Jason Priestly ("Beverly Hills 90210")
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature script "Three Days and Two Nights" from writer Dan Barwick after discovering it on InkTip. Joe Nasser, with over three dozen feature films to his resume, has already added four new titles from scripts or writers found through InkTip in the last couple years: "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "Courage," with Jason Priestly ("Beverly Hills 90210") and Andrea Roth ("Rescue Me"), and "The Building." He also just executive produced "The Stranger," starring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Adam Beach. This script by Barwick finished in the top 5% in the Nicholl Fellowships Competition.
David Brady with David Brady Productions optioned the feature script "Off Season" from scribe William Walkerley after finding it on InkTip. Based out of Canada, David Brady specializes in long-form dramas and television and was nominated for two Golden Globes for his theatrical feature film "The Grey Fox," which was produced with Francis Ford Coppola's Zoetrope Studios and released through United Artist Classics. This is writer Walkerley's first option through
David Brady with David Brady Productions optioned the feature script "Off Season" from scribe William Walkerley after finding it on InkTip. Based out of Canada, David Brady specializes in long-form dramas and television and was nominated for two Golden Globes for his theatrical feature film "The Grey Fox," which was produced with Francis Ford Coppola's Zoetrope Studios and released through United Artist Classics. This is writer Walkerley's first option through InkTip.
Barry Perelman with The Barry Perelman Agency discovered Simon Eldon-Edington on InkTip and is now representing him as his agent. The script that caught Barry's eye was the high-concept rom-com "Truth be Told," which he found on InkTip and is now shopping to various production companies and broadcasters. On the horizon for Simon are two features in pre-production, "Carnage" and "Gunned Down," both starring Craig Fairbrass and
Barry Perelman with The Barry Perelman Agency discovered Simon Eldon-Edington on InkTip and is now representing him as his agent. The script that caught Barry's eye was the high-concept rom-com "Truth be Told," which he found on InkTip and is now shopping to various production companies and broadcasters. On the horizon for Simon are two features in pre-production, "Carnage" and "Gunned Down," both starring Craig Fairbrass and with Danny Dyer also attached to the latter. We wish them the best of luck, and are looking forward to announcing "Truth be Told" again when Barry sells it!
Martin Cox optioned his short script "Chat" to producer Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films. Eadicicco is a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death." This is the first success on InkTip for Martin but his second short success. The pair are currently discussing future collaborations.
Martin Cox optioned his short script "Chat" to producer Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films. Eadicicco is a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death." This is the first success on InkTip for Martin but his second short success. The pair are currently discussing future collaborations.
Diana Kemp was hired by David Bellino of Second Wind Films to write an opening segment for a documentary he is currently working on. Diana and her partner Michael Gianfriddo are gaining interest in their collaborative television series. She and two other female collaborators, Lucy Cruell and Linda Scott, are also in contractual negotiations with a production company regarding their feature horror anthology, "Mistresses of Horror", which is also listed
Diana Kemp was hired by David Bellino of Second Wind Films to write an opening segment for a documentary he is currently working on. Diana and her partner Michael Gianfriddo are gaining interest in their collaborative television series. She and two other female collaborators, Lucy Cruell and Linda Scott, are also in contractual negotiations with a production company regarding their feature horror anthology, "Mistresses of Horror", which is also listed on InkTip by co-author Lucy Cruell.
Trudy Sargent with Red Pictures produced the short script "The Boy Who Became King" from Ramin Nematollahi that she found on InkTip. Trudy co-produced it with Ramin, and she directed it as well. The short was shot in Los Angeles.
Trudy Sargent with Red Pictures produced the short script "The Boy Who Became King" from Ramin Nematollahi that she found on InkTip. Trudy co-produced it with Ramin, and she directed it as well. The short was shot in Los Angeles.
Jay Holben of Adakin Productions optioned the feature script "Paranoid" by Kraig Wenman after finding it on InkTip. Jamie Neese will direct the thriller. Holben just completed producing and shooting the feature film "Two Million Stupid Women." His short film "Hunger" was selected by horror icon John Carpenter as one of his favorites in the AMC MonsterFest competition. He has also been a consultant for the hit series "Dexter" in
Jay Holben of Adakin Productions optioned the feature script "Paranoid" by Kraig Wenman after finding it on InkTip. Jamie Neese will direct the thriller. Holben just completed producing and shooting the feature film "Two Million Stupid Women." His short film "Hunger" was selected by horror icon John Carpenter as one of his favorites in the AMC MonsterFest competition. He has also been a consultant for the hit series "Dexter" in addition to his career in cinematography, directing and producing. Writer Wenman has now had 26 scripts optioned or sold, with most occurring through InkTip. He has also had 10 of his feature scripts produced, with many more on the way. "With InkTip, the searches are so specific that the producer can find exactly what they're looking for by the specificity of their search categories" Wenman said. "This saves both the writer and producer a lot of time."
JC Crissey of London Pictures Ltd. hired writer Paul Robert Lingas to rewrite a feature script after discovering him on InkTip. The project is a sci-fi/thriller feature called "Chancellor of the Western Solar Systems." Crissey is a British producer on over twenty projects including the UK arthouse-classic "Blinded" and Notting Hill-set musical "That Samba Thing," and continues to steer London Pictures Ltd.'s into sci-fi storylines. Writer Lingas has been commissioned
JC Crissey of London Pictures Ltd. hired writer Paul Robert Lingas to rewrite a feature script after discovering him on InkTip. The project is a sci-fi/thriller feature called "Chancellor of the Western Solar Systems." Crissey is a British producer on over twenty projects including the UK arthouse-classic "Blinded" and Notting Hill-set musical "That Samba Thing," and continues to steer London Pictures Ltd.'s into sci-fi storylines. Writer Lingas has been commissioned to write feature scripts for a variety of production companies including two scripts for director Jordan Alan and the forthcoming "Swing Away," executive produced by Stratton Leopold ("Mission: Impossible III," the upcoming "Captain America") and George Stephanopoulos (the upcoming "Golf in the Kingdom"). He is a graduate of USC and has written or produced award-winning short films including 2006's "Damaged Goods," starring Constance Zimmer, known for her recurring roles on "Entourage" and "Boston Legal" and the award-winning "Wide Awake in Nothing" (aired on IFC).
Chris Lancey of Creative Arts Entertainment Group, Inc. optioned the feature script "Malicious Malpractice" by Marc Bloom after finding it on InkTip. Lancey just executive produced "The Stepson," which was written by InkTip writer Kraig Wenman and will be airing on Lifetime with Golden Globe-nominated Adam Beach (from Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers" and HBO's "Big Love"). Writer Bloom lives in South Africa and has had numerous script
Chris Lancey of Creative Arts Entertainment Group, Inc. optioned the feature script "Malicious Malpractice" by Marc Bloom after finding it on InkTip. Lancey just executive produced "The Stepson," which was written by InkTip writer Kraig Wenman and will be airing on Lifetime with Golden Globe-nominated Adam Beach (from Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers" and HBO's "Big Love"). Writer Bloom lives in South Africa and has had numerous script options and writing assignments for producers based in both South Africa and the US.
Dean Blagg of Winston Davis and Associates hired James Dobkowski to pen the feature script "Faith Ties" after discovering him on InkTip. It was actually producer Lawrence Kaldor who found Dobkowski first, when he saw the script "Kwanzaa Klaus" on InkTip. Kaldor forwarded that script to one of his producing partners who connected the writer with executive producer Dean Blagg (National Lampoon's "Gold Diggers"), who not only hired Dobkowski to
Dean Blagg of Winston Davis and Associates hired James Dobkowski to pen the feature script "Faith Ties" after discovering him on InkTip. It was actually producer Lawrence Kaldor who found Dobkowski first, when he saw the script "Kwanzaa Klaus" on InkTip. Kaldor forwarded that script to one of his producing partners who connected the writer with executive producer Dean Blagg (National Lampoon's "Gold Diggers"), who not only hired Dobkowski to write the script but also partnered with him as a co-producer on the project. James Dobkowski is currently in preproduction on a total of four projects, but this is his first that got started on InkTip.
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature script "The Unheard" from writer Kolby Granville after discovering it on InkTip. Joe Nasser, with over three dozen feature films to his resume, has already added four new titles from scripts or writers found through InkTip in the last couple years: "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "Courage," with Jason Priestly (Beverly Hills 90210) and Andrea Roth
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature script "The Unheard" from writer Kolby Granville after discovering it on InkTip. Joe Nasser, with over three dozen feature films to his resume, has already added four new titles from scripts or writers found through InkTip in the last couple years: "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "Courage," with Jason Priestly (Beverly Hills 90210) and Andrea Roth (Rescue Me), and "The Building." We asked Kolby how this option came about and he replied: "I've had about a dozen plays produced and a dozen short stories published. I'm a writer, I write every day, and I just got tired of having dozens of screenplays sitting in a closet. So I started sending them out, and the results started coming in shortly thereafter."
Bradford R. Youngs and partner, writer Lloyd Wagner, whom he met through InkTip, have penned the real-time feature thriller "Ninety-One Minutes," and with the script now complete and ready, they're scheduled to start production next month. Bradford heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which produced numerous episodes of the CBS sitcom "Yes, Dear." This is Wagner's sixth project that has its roots on InkTip, and his first feature film to go into
Bradford R. Youngs and partner, writer Lloyd Wagner, whom he met through InkTip, have penned the real-time feature thriller "Ninety-One Minutes," and with the script now complete and ready, they're scheduled to start production next month. Bradford heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which produced numerous episodes of the CBS sitcom "Yes, Dear." This is Wagner's sixth project that has its roots on InkTip, and his first feature film to go into production.
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Ocean Palmer on InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was a feel good story titled "The Raven of St. James's Park." Brantley remarked: "What really caught my eye is just how good the screenplay is in regards to structure and character development. The script definitely lends itself to a Merchant Ivory
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Ocean Palmer on InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was a feel good story titled "The Raven of St. James's Park." Brantley remarked: "What really caught my eye is just how good the screenplay is in regards to structure and character development. The script definitely lends itself to a Merchant Ivory type of production on a reasonable budget and we already beginning to see interest in this property from producers and directors around the world." WBMT also represents Palmer's novella and screenplay titled "The Rise and Fall of Piggy Church," a surf-themed murder/mystery.
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script “The Pet Sitter” by Suzanne Gill and Ann Isherwood after discovering it on InkTip. Larsson began his career in the industry at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom. He also held the distinction of being the youngest non-fiction author to be published in his
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script “The Pet Sitter” by Suzanne Gill and Ann Isherwood after discovering it on InkTip. Larsson began his career in the industry at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom. He also held the distinction of being the youngest non-fiction author to be published in his native Sweden. Since studying filmmaking in both Europe and Los Angeles, Larsson has produced various internationally-financed features. Moreka began producing features in his native country of Kenya. Since relocating to Los Angeles, he has co-executive produced the feature "Ghostly Revenge." Writers Gill and Isherwood are represented by Barbara Bitela, President of the Silver Bitela Agency.
Steve Gerbson of Steve Gerbson Productions optioned the feature script "Whipple" from writer Barbara Kymlicka after discovering it on InkTip. Gerbson has worked with such talent as Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, John Ritter, Bill Cosby and Shia LeBeouf in his 25-year career directing and producing television shows, features, documentaries and specials for such clients as HBO, FOX, ABC, Showtime & CBS. Kymlicka is repped by Characters Talent Agency's Ben Silverman,
Steve Gerbson of Steve Gerbson Productions optioned the feature script "Whipple" from writer Barbara Kymlicka after discovering it on InkTip. Gerbson has worked with such talent as Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, John Ritter, Bill Cosby and Shia LeBeouf in his 25-year career directing and producing television shows, features, documentaries and specials for such clients as HBO, FOX, ABC, Showtime & CBS. Kymlicka is repped by Characters Talent Agency's Ben Silverman, whose client roster also includes, among others, Evan Goldberg (writer and executive producer of Judd Appatow-directed hits like "Knocked Up" and "Funny People," and an upcoming Jay Baruchel comedy, which Silverman is co-executive producing). Kymlicka has written for both feature films and television, including the 2005 film "Killer Bash" (starring Cory Monteith from "Glee"), for which she was hired through InkTip.
Victoria Slater with Minor Distractions Entertainment has optioned the feature script "Unsinkable" from Jake Cashill after meeting him through InkTip. Slater, who ran the Producers' Guild mentoring program for six years, is putting together a slate of projects for 2010 and 2011, and we're happy to say that several scripts found on InkTip are in this slate. Jake's Cashill's agent, Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency in New York,
Victoria Slater with Minor Distractions Entertainment has optioned the feature script "Unsinkable" from Jake Cashill after meeting him through InkTip. Slater, who ran the Producers' Guild mentoring program for six years, is putting together a slate of projects for 2010 and 2011, and we're happy to say that several scripts found on InkTip are in this slate. Jake's Cashill's agent, Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency in New York, facilitated this option. She learned, through InkTip, that Victoria was looking for a specific type of script, pitched "Unsinkable" and landed the deal.
Cynde Harmon with Really Real Films optioned the feature horror script "Sparky" from Steven Labeille after discovering it on InkTip. Cynde is partnered with her husband Allan Harmon, who has worked on dozens of high profile projects like "Police Academy" and "Andromeda," the Gene Roddenberry series. Together they've produced such projects as "Trust," which was also found through InkTip, and the series pilot "Wolf Canyon," which was written by InkTip
Cynde Harmon with Really Real Films optioned the feature horror script "Sparky" from Steven Labeille after discovering it on InkTip. Cynde is partnered with her husband Allan Harmon, who has worked on dozens of high profile projects like "Police Academy" and "Andromeda," the Gene Roddenberry series. Together they've produced such projects as "Trust," which was also found through InkTip, and the series pilot "Wolf Canyon," which was written by InkTip Scribes Michael Markus and Tim Stubinski, and nominated for a whopping seven Leo Awards this season, the most of any project in its category. This is Steven Labeille's first option through InkTip.
Jennifer Valenti of Apple Box Media, LLC has optioned the feature script "Chicken Salad" by Dean Watts and Bill Agnew after finding it on InkTip. Valenti was looking at the short script version before requesting the feature-length version from Watts. Apple Box Media, LLC is based in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Valenti states, "'Chicken Salad' is part of a slate of films we will be putting out over the next two
Jennifer Valenti of Apple Box Media, LLC has optioned the feature script "Chicken Salad" by Dean Watts and Bill Agnew after finding it on InkTip. Valenti was looking at the short script version before requesting the feature-length version from Watts. Apple Box Media, LLC is based in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Valenti states, "'Chicken Salad' is part of a slate of films we will be putting out over the next two years." Watts, meanwhile, is coming off a project he wrote titled "Defending Dr. Karl," now available on Amazon.
Scott Thomas with Pacific Entertainment Group optioned "Old Village" from writer Matthew F. Perry after meeting him through InkTip. The original connection actually took place all the way back in 2004. Scott loved the script so much it stood out in his memory, so when one of his colleagues mentioned needing a similar script, Scott called InkTip, we tracked down the writer for him, and the option was secured. Some
Scott Thomas with Pacific Entertainment Group optioned "Old Village" from writer Matthew F. Perry after meeting him through InkTip. The original connection actually took place all the way back in 2004. Scott loved the script so much it stood out in his memory, so when one of his colleagues mentioned needing a similar script, Scott called InkTip, we tracked down the writer for him, and the option was secured. Some of Scott's previous credits include Newline's "Flight of the Living Dead," and the recently completed "Double Indiana," which was also discovered through InkTip, and which Scott is directing with producer Michael Z. Gordon (Executive Producer of "Narc" with Jason Patric and Ray Liotta, and Producer on Daniel Zirilli's "Circle of Pain" with Dean Cain and Bai Ling, also discovered through InkTip and the cover of next month's InkTip Magazine).
Chris Lancey of Creative Arts Entertainment Group, Inc. has optioned the feature script "Love Struck" by Michael & Alexandria Casey after finding it on InkTip. Lancey just executive produced "The Stepson," which was written by InkTip writer Kraig Wenman and will be airing on Lifetime with Golden Globe-nominated Adam Beach (from Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers" and HBO's "Big Love"). Michael & Alexandria Casey have been finalists in several
Chris Lancey of Creative Arts Entertainment Group, Inc. has optioned the feature script "Love Struck" by Michael & Alexandria Casey after finding it on InkTip. Lancey just executive produced "The Stepson," which was written by InkTip writer Kraig Wenman and will be airing on Lifetime with Golden Globe-nominated Adam Beach (from Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers" and HBO's "Big Love"). Michael & Alexandria Casey have been finalists in several screenwriting competitions, with many of those scripts available on InkTip. Besides screenwriting, they have written several published books and are former professors of writing and film history.
Elias Plagianos with ESP Films optioned the feature script "Dark Noon" from Cody Yarbrough after discovering the script on InkTip. Elias won a number of festival lauds for his debut film "The Crimson Mask.” Cody consistently scores in the upper 10% at major screenwriting contests, including Austin and the Nicholl Fellowship, and he has other deals underway through InkTip, but this is his first official InkTip Success.
Elias Plagianos with ESP Films optioned the feature script "Dark Noon" from Cody Yarbrough after discovering the script on InkTip. Elias won a number of festival lauds for his debut film "The Crimson Mask.” Cody consistently scores in the upper 10% at major screenwriting contests, including Austin and the Nicholl Fellowship, and he has other deals underway through InkTip, but this is his first official InkTip Success.
Lydia Martinelli with Lane City Films optioned "Dying to Live" from writer Billy Person, after finding the script on InkTip. This was a fast and easy option, in light of the fact that Lydia originally set out to find a writer to hire to help develop an existing project. But Billy's script was so good, she optioned it and is now working with him on "Dying to Live" as well
Lydia Martinelli with Lane City Films optioned "Dying to Live" from writer Billy Person, after finding the script on InkTip. This was a fast and easy option, in light of the fact that Lydia originally set out to find a writer to hire to help develop an existing project. But Billy's script was so good, she optioned it and is now working with him on "Dying to Live" as well as on other projects in her portfolio. Billy Person has worked in the past as head writer on an online sitcom, and is finishing his MFA in screenwriting this year, but "Dying to Live" is his first feature option.
Yasmine Golchan hired writer Jake Helgren to re-write her 60's-style romantic comedy "Battle of the Sexes" after discovering Jake on InkTip. Yasmine, whose credits include Warner Independent Pictures' "The Painted Veil" (starring Naomi Watts and Edward Norton), is building an impressive slate right now. Writer Jake Helgren, a Texas transplant living in Hollywood, now counts a total of six options to his resume in the last couple years,
Yasmine Golchan hired writer Jake Helgren to re-write her 60's-style romantic comedy "Battle of the Sexes" after discovering Jake on InkTip. Yasmine, whose credits include Warner Independent Pictures' "The Painted Veil" (starring Naomi Watts and Edward Norton), is building an impressive slate right now. Writer Jake Helgren, a Texas transplant living in Hollywood, now counts a total of six options to his resume in the last couple years, including three through InkTip.
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group found Luis Cruz on InkTip, and as a result we're proud to announce that their first feature project together, the family-friendly MOW "Courage," will be airing this Saturday on GMC, the Gospel Music Channel, at 2PM PST. Joe Nasser already had three dozen feature credits to his resume before joining InkTip, but he's since gone on to produce a bevy of new feature films
Joseph Nasser with Nasser Entertainment Group found Luis Cruz on InkTip, and as a result we're proud to announce that their first feature project together, the family-friendly MOW "Courage," will be airing this Saturday on GMC, the Gospel Music Channel, at 2PM PST. Joe Nasser already had three dozen feature credits to his resume before joining InkTip, but he's since gone on to produce a bevy of new feature films through scripts and writers he found on InkTip, such as "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, and this latest project, "Courage," Starring Jason Priestly (Beverly Hills 90210) and Andrea Roth (Rescue Me). Some of Nasser's other films include: "Angel and the Bad Man" with Lou Diamond Phillips and John Schneider, "What would Jesus Do" with a cameo by Joe Nasser himself, and "The Building," which was written by another InkTip writer.
Joram Moreka and Henrik Larsson of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script "Pink's" by Mark Tusher after finding it on InkTip. Larsson began his career in the industry at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom. He also held the distinction of being the youngest non-fiction author to be published in his native Sweden. Since studying filmmaking in
Joram Moreka and Henrik Larsson of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script "Pink's" by Mark Tusher after finding it on InkTip. Larsson began his career in the industry at a young age, playing one of the lead roles in two films by Oscar-nominated director Lasse Hallstrom. He also held the distinction of being the youngest non-fiction author to be published in his native Sweden. Since studying filmmaking in both Europe and Los Angeles, Larsson has produced various internationally-financed features. Moreka began producing features in his native country of Kenya. Since relocating to Los Angeles, he has co-executive produced the feature "Ghostly Revenge." Writer Tusher is a former music critic for "The Hollywood Reporter" as well as a film critic and video store chain owner. Currently he is based in Colorado.
Jon Bonnell with Infinite Spectrum Productions optioned "Skinned" from Carlos Perez after discovering the writer through InkTip. This is actually Jon's second project with Carlos, who wrote Infinite Spectrum's feature sci-fi piece "Starquest: The Odyssey," which was featured on the cover of the last issue of InkTip Magazine. Carlos is a produced playwright whose strong character and dialogue writing helped as he made his transition into feature script writing. As
Jon Bonnell with Infinite Spectrum Productions optioned "Skinned" from Carlos Perez after discovering the writer through InkTip. This is actually Jon's second project with Carlos, who wrote Infinite Spectrum's feature sci-fi piece "Starquest: The Odyssey," which was featured on the cover of the last issue of InkTip Magazine. Carlos is a produced playwright whose strong character and dialogue writing helped as he made his transition into feature script writing. As we go to press here, Carlos has five feature films in distribution which he wrote for InkTip producers and directors, so don't be surprised if you see his name on the cover of a DVD at your local Blockbuster.
Mark Rudnitsky and Amy Krell with Page Four Productions optioned "Blacking Out" from writer Kirk Laughlin after finding the script on InkTip. Amy has some notable projects underway, like the fantasy MOW "Witchville," which is set to air on SyFy May 22, and Page Four has a number of other projects in development, including some titles discovered through InkTip, so their names are familiar to InkTip members who get this
Mark Rudnitsky and Amy Krell with Page Four Productions optioned "Blacking Out" from writer Kirk Laughlin after finding the script on InkTip. Amy has some notable projects underway, like the fantasy MOW "Witchville," which is set to air on SyFy May 22, and Page Four has a number of other projects in development, including some titles discovered through InkTip, so their names are familiar to InkTip members who get this newsletter. Seattle-based writer Kirk Laughlin has worked in feature film as an editor and actor, and he makes his living writing and editing PSAs and other fundraising materials for non-profits and fundraising organizations, but this is his first feature screenplay option, so we're excited for him.
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment optioned the feature romantic comedy script "Finding Mr. Wright" by writer Jake Helgren after discovering him on InkTip. Nandar is directing and co-producing the feature project with Matthew Montgomery and Proteus Pictures, and Rebekah Kochan is attached to star. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje," won a festival award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender." She is currently producing and hosting
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment optioned the feature romantic comedy script "Finding Mr. Wright" by writer Jake Helgren after discovering him on InkTip. Nandar is directing and co-producing the feature project with Matthew Montgomery and Proteus Pictures, and Rebekah Kochan is attached to star. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje," won a festival award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender." She is currently producing and hosting the TV series, "On the Road Weekly." This latest discovery comes after she optioned another script of Helgren's she found on InkTip last year titled "Until Death." Montgomery, who starred in the last Nandar-produced and InkTip-sourced project, "Suffer the Child," has produced several features over the last few years and has two more slated for 2010. Overall, this is Helgren's second option with Nandar, and sixth feature spec option overall.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired writer Lizanne Southgate to pen his latest feature after meeting her through InkTip. Although we can't divulge much about this project of Nasser's, we can tell you it's based on real events which took place in the Middle East. Another one of Nasser's films which you may have heard about is the recently completed "Courage," starring Jason Priestly, which will be airing
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired writer Lizanne Southgate to pen his latest feature after meeting her through InkTip. Although we can't divulge much about this project of Nasser's, we can tell you it's based on real events which took place in the Middle East. Another one of Nasser's films which you may have heard about is the recently completed "Courage," starring Jason Priestly, which will be airing next week on cable television - for the day and time, look for an announcement in next week's newsletter. This is Lizanne's third InkTip success, and her fifth major career success as a writer altogether, and we're not counting her many contest wins. She won the $10,000 third prize just last month in the Kairos Movieguide Screenplay Contest.
David Brady with David Brady Productions optioned the feature script "One-Eighty" from seasoned television and feature scribe BD Young after discovering the title on InkTip. Based out of Canada, David Brady specializes in long-form dramas and television and was nominated for two Golden Globes for his theatrical feature film "The Grey Fox" which was produced with Zoetrope Studios and released through United Artist Classics. BD Young, meanwhile, has had more
David Brady with David Brady Productions optioned the feature script "One-Eighty" from seasoned television and feature scribe BD Young after discovering the title on InkTip. Based out of Canada, David Brady specializes in long-form dramas and television and was nominated for two Golden Globes for his theatrical feature film "The Grey Fox" which was produced with Zoetrope Studios and released through United Artist Classics. BD Young, meanwhile, has had more success through InkTip than we can easily remember, including a couple Lifetime MOWs going into production this summer.
Karen Buckton has sold her short script "Surrogate Gran" to Susan Martinez of New Image Entertainment. This isn't Karen's first success. She gained representation with Little Studio Films through InkTip, has been hired by Central Station Media to write a short dramatic film called "66," and had another comedy short purchased for production.
Karen Buckton has sold her short script "Surrogate Gran" to Susan Martinez of New Image Entertainment. This isn't Karen's first success. She gained representation with Little Studio Films through InkTip, has been hired by Central Station Media to write a short dramatic film called "66," and had another comedy short purchased for production.
Brandon Rose with the LA Feature Film Academy has optioned the feature comedy script "Holy Crap" from Luis Flores after discovering it on InkTip. Brandon is being mentored by William Wesley, founder of the L.A. Feature Film Academy, whose credits include the Lionsgate film "Route 666" (with Lou Diamond Phillips and Lori Petty). Centered in the Los Angeles Center Studios, the L.A. Feature Film Academy mentors students by getting the
Brandon Rose with the LA Feature Film Academy has optioned the feature comedy script "Holy Crap" from Luis Flores after discovering it on InkTip. Brandon is being mentored by William Wesley, founder of the L.A. Feature Film Academy, whose credits include the Lionsgate film "Route 666" (with Lou Diamond Phillips and Lori Petty). Centered in the Los Angeles Center Studios, the L.A. Feature Film Academy mentors students by getting the projects they discover made as for-profit films through their relationships with partners and distribution companies. Based out of Mexico, Luis Flores placed his faith-based comedy on InkTip after receiving a "high consider" from Scriptapalooza. This is his first option through InkTip.
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films hired Cassady Dixon to pen "Fatal Kiss" an action-thriller script after discovering Dixon's feature biker/crime sample "Angel of Sin" on InkTip. Barmettler, a producer/director whose credits include last year's "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult "Alien Secrets" (Warner Entertainment/Polychrome Pictures) got his start as a writer, so he's picky when reviewing writing samples. But Dixon, a graduate of Chapman University's screenwriting
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films hired Cassady Dixon to pen "Fatal Kiss" an action-thriller script after discovering Dixon's feature biker/crime sample "Angel of Sin" on InkTip. Barmettler, a producer/director whose credits include last year's "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult "Alien Secrets" (Warner Entertainment/Polychrome Pictures) got his start as a writer, so he's picky when reviewing writing samples. But Dixon, a graduate of Chapman University's screenwriting program, had the right background and writing sample for Barmettler's project. This is Dixon's first listing on the site and his first hire through InkTip.
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has hired writer Anna Filameno to pen a feature script after finding her through InkTip. The project is called "Murder" and is based on one of Filameno's short stories. Eadicicco, a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death," read her feature spec scripts and found a good match with Filameno's writing style and ideas. This is Filameno's first hire through
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has hired writer Anna Filameno to pen a feature script after finding her through InkTip. The project is called "Murder" and is based on one of Filameno's short stories. Eadicicco, a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death," read her feature spec scripts and found a good match with Filameno's writing style and ideas. This is Filameno's first hire through InkTip and fifth deal overall.
Eduardo Sanchez finished "ParaAbnormal" the web series, which was written by Jamie Nash, whom he found through InkTip. You may already know some of Sanchez' work; he broke into the business back in '99 with a little film he wrote and directed for $60K titled "The Blair Witch Project." Since that one went on to make $141million, Sanchez did another innovative horror/thriller titled "Altered," which we featured on the cover
Eduardo Sanchez finished "ParaAbnormal" the web series, which was written by Jamie Nash, whom he found through InkTip. You may already know some of Sanchez' work; he broke into the business back in '99 with a little film he wrote and directed for $60K titled "The Blair Witch Project." Since that one went on to make $141million, Sanchez did another innovative horror/thriller titled "Altered," which we featured on the cover of the InkTip Magazine as it was also written by Nash, with whom he first connected through InkTip. Sanchez and Nash have been working together ever since, and you can find some of the films they've made together on shelves at your local Blockbuster. "ParaAbnormal" was done as a new media experiment, and it went so well, they're hoping to do another season soon.
Mark Castaldo with Destiny Pictures optioned the feature sports drama "Break" from writer Matt Deller, after discovering him on InkTip. Deller got his start as a video game writer (Obsidian Entertainment's "Neverwinter Nights II"), before moving into feature screenplays. He is repped by manager Kathy Muraviov. Mark Castaldo is partnered with another InkTip producer on this project, Tim Vandesteeg; together they produced the multi award-winning documentary "My Run," which was
Mark Castaldo with Destiny Pictures optioned the feature sports drama "Break" from writer Matt Deller, after discovering him on InkTip. Deller got his start as a video game writer (Obsidian Entertainment's "Neverwinter Nights II"), before moving into feature screenplays. He is repped by manager Kathy Muraviov. Mark Castaldo is partnered with another InkTip producer on this project, Tim Vandesteeg; together they produced the multi award-winning documentary "My Run," which was written by another InkTip writer and narrated by Billy Bob Thornton.
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script "Larry Jones" by writer Paul Longo after reading it on InkTip. Larsson read the comedy script and found it funny and timely. After studying in Europe, Larsson began producing various internationally-financed features. Longo, a New York-based writer, had a script optioned though InkTip in December, with "Larry Jones" being his fourth InkTip script option overall.
Henrik Larsson and Joram Moreka of Wild Lunch Productions have optioned the feature script "Larry Jones" by writer Paul Longo after reading it on InkTip. Larsson read the comedy script and found it funny and timely. After studying in Europe, Larsson began producing various internationally-financed features. Longo, a New York-based writer, had a script optioned though InkTip in December, with "Larry Jones" being his fourth InkTip script option overall.
Producer Mark Andrews picked up the animated feature script "Ethan's Monster" by BD Young which he found through InkTip. Mark Andrews has produced and executive produced a number of features over the course of his career, in addition to specializing in film finance. And Brian Young holds the current InkTip record for the most scripts optioned in a single year, and is rapidly approaching the InkTip record for total films
Producer Mark Andrews picked up the animated feature script "Ethan's Monster" by BD Young which he found through InkTip. Mark Andrews has produced and executive produced a number of features over the course of his career, in addition to specializing in film finance. And Brian Young holds the current InkTip record for the most scripts optioned in a single year, and is rapidly approaching the InkTip record for total films produced through the site, including two Lifetime MOWs which are going into production this summer.
Barbara Bitela with the Silver Bitela Agency discovered the family-friendly romantic comedy "The Pet Sitter" by writers Suzanne Gill and Ann Isherwood on InkTip, and has signed to rep the project. This was an easy call on Barbara's part; a lot of producers are clamoring for specs in this vein, and "The Pet Sitter" is already well developed, thanks to the long re-write process it went through with the help
Barbara Bitela with the Silver Bitela Agency discovered the family-friendly romantic comedy "The Pet Sitter" by writers Suzanne Gill and Ann Isherwood on InkTip, and has signed to rep the project. This was an easy call on Barbara's part; a lot of producers are clamoring for specs in this vein, and "The Pet Sitter" is already well developed, thanks to the long re-write process it went through with the help of Script PIMP.
Mitchell Galin with Epiphany Productions optioned the broad audience spec “Grampa was a Superhero” from writers Chip Street and Sean Meehan, after finding it on InkTip. This was a good fit for Galin, a long-time industry insider whose credits include “Pet Sematary” and the Sci-Fi miniseries “Dune.” Writing duo Street and Meehan have worked in a variety of capacities in film and television over the years, but according to Street,
Mitchell Galin with Epiphany Productions optioned the broad audience spec “Grampa was a Superhero” from writers Chip Street and Sean Meehan, after finding it on InkTip. This was a good fit for Galin, a long-time industry insider whose credits include “Pet Sematary” and the Sci-Fi miniseries “Dune.” Writing duo Street and Meehan have worked in a variety of capacities in film and television over the years, but according to Street, the secret to their success was more than just bringing their backgrounds to bear on the script itself. “Grampa was on InkTip for well over a year,” Street related in a recent email. And even after Mitchell emailed them about it, “it was another six months before he was able to really read it and get back to us, during which time I kept in touch with him - but never asked if he'd read the script... it's about patience.” And they’ve been patiently working on their next script, “Faeries,” which is already a finalist at Shriekfest.
Derek Zemrak of Zemrak/Pirkle Productions has optioned the feature script "Santa's Dog" by writer John Pizzo after finding it through InkTip. Zemrak produced the 2007 feature "Fallen Angels," which starred Michael Dorn (Star Trek: TNG), Bill Moseley and Adrianne Curry, best known as the first winner of "America's Top Model." However, more recently, YouTube addicts may have heard of Zemrak's name as he produced 2008's feature film "Ryan and Sean's
Derek Zemrak of Zemrak/Pirkle Productions has optioned the feature script "Santa's Dog" by writer John Pizzo after finding it through InkTip. Zemrak produced the 2007 feature "Fallen Angels," which starred Michael Dorn (Star Trek: TNG), Bill Moseley and Adrianne Curry, best known as the first winner of "America's Top Model." However, more recently, YouTube addicts may have heard of Zemrak's name as he produced 2008's feature film "Ryan and Sean's Not So Excellent Adventure." That project starred Ryan Higa and Sean Fujiyoshi, YouTube's famed comedy duo,, whose channel, NigaHiga, is the most subscribed channel in YouTube's history-and still #1. Zemrak is also the founder and President of the California Independent Film Festival, now in its 12th year. Pizzo's scripts have already resulted in two produced features found through InkTip, with one on the way: "Devil's Dominoes" (2006 starring Eric Roberts), "8 of Diamonds" (2008, starring Daniel Baldwin and Vincent Pastore) and "Chicago Blues," currently in pre-production with William Forsythe and Daniel Baldwin attached.
Steve Gerbson of Steve Gerbson Productions has optioned the feature script "Believe" by writer Michael Haas after discovering him through InkTip. Gerbson, a 25-year veteran of the industry, has directed and produced numerous television shows, features, documentaries and specials over the years for various networks, including HBO, FOX, ABC, Showtime & CBS. He has also worked with various talent such as Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, John Ritter, Bill Cosby
Steve Gerbson of Steve Gerbson Productions has optioned the feature script "Believe" by writer Michael Haas after discovering him through InkTip. Gerbson, a 25-year veteran of the industry, has directed and produced numerous television shows, features, documentaries and specials over the years for various networks, including HBO, FOX, ABC, Showtime & CBS. He has also worked with various talent such as Jerry Seinfeld, David Letterman, John Ritter, Bill Cosby and a young Shia LeBeouf, in one of his first roles. According to writer Haas, "Believe" is a heartwarming and magical Christmas tale that will delight all audiences.
Jeff Ross with Jeff Ross Entertainment Inc. discovered writer/director Charles Robert Carner on InkTip, and is now officially representing him as a manager. Jeff is a long-time industry veteran who reps TV and film writers, authors and directors, and whose client list includes the writer of "Wag the Dog," the director of "A Diva's Christmas Carol" (starring Vanessa Williams) and the writer of the classic Harvey Keitel pic "Bad Timing."
Jeff Ross with Jeff Ross Entertainment Inc. discovered writer/director Charles Robert Carner on InkTip, and is now officially representing him as a manager. Jeff is a long-time industry veteran who reps TV and film writers, authors and directors, and whose client list includes the writer of "Wag the Dog," the director of "A Diva's Christmas Carol" (starring Vanessa Williams) and the writer of the classic Harvey Keitel pic "Bad Timing." Carner is an industry veteran who's been writing, directing and even producing features for some time now; one of his current projects is a Roman period piece titled "War Dogs," with Thomas Jane and Ron Perlman attached.
Producer Wendy Kram, after discovering the buddy comedy 'Hollywood Douche Bags,' by Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner through InkTip, has optioned the script and is gearing up to take it out to the market place. Kram is a former VP with Hearst Entertainment and Granada Entertainment, and served as an executive for production companies based at Sony, Universal and Walt Disney Studios. She has developed and produced several films including
Producer Wendy Kram, after discovering the buddy comedy 'Hollywood Douche Bags,' by Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner through InkTip, has optioned the script and is gearing up to take it out to the market place. Kram is a former VP with Hearst Entertainment and Granada Entertainment, and served as an executive for production companies based at Sony, Universal and Walt Disney Studios. She has developed and produced several films including "Mad Money" starring Diane Keaton, Katie Holmes and Queen Latifah, and worked on projects for such names as Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Ellen DeGeneres, among many others. The short film, which Scatena and Rosner posted on YouTube, not only drew her attention, but she will also use it to set meetings with studio and production executives this week. Kram feels "What 'Animal House' was to fraternities and 'Zoolander' was to the world of male modeling, 'Hollywood Douche Bags' will be to the world of nightclubbing."
Director/producer Meryem Ersoz bought the feature thriller script "Out of the Mind's Eye" from InkTip writer Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip. Meryem is a producer and partner in Red Pine Studios, where she has feature film, feature-length documentary, and national television broadcast experience. She is currently wrapping production on the "making of" featurette for the fantasy feature "Legend of the Seven Swords," which will debut at StarFest 2010
Director/producer Meryem Ersoz bought the feature thriller script "Out of the Mind's Eye" from InkTip writer Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip. Meryem is a producer and partner in Red Pine Studios, where she has feature film, feature-length documentary, and national television broadcast experience. She is currently wrapping production on the "making of" featurette for the fantasy feature "Legend of the Seven Swords," which will debut at StarFest 2010 in April. Principal photography for "Out of the Mind's Eye" will take place in May 2011. This latest deal is Mark's seventh feature success through InkTip, although it's interesting to note that it was an outright purchase, and not an option.
Bruce Lucas of Bruce Lucas Productions has optioned the feature script "19Hz" by best-selling non-fiction authors Marie D. Jones and Larry Flaxman after finding it through InkTip. Lucas, based out of New York, produced the 2003 short film "A Walk in the Dark" starring Mike McGlone ("The Brothers McMullen," "She's the One"). He calls Jones and Flaxman, authors of three books together, "brilliant writers." Lucas will be directing and co-producing
Bruce Lucas of Bruce Lucas Productions has optioned the feature script "19Hz" by best-selling non-fiction authors Marie D. Jones and Larry Flaxman after finding it through InkTip. Lucas, based out of New York, produced the 2003 short film "A Walk in the Dark" starring Mike McGlone ("The Brothers McMullen," "She's the One"). He calls Jones and Flaxman, authors of three books together, "brilliant writers." Lucas will be directing and co-producing the feature. This is the second script by Jones that Lucas optioned, and the first by Flaxman, so expect more announcements regarding these three in the future!
Director Daniel Zirilli has completed production on his latest MMA/action feature "Circle of Pain," by writer Bobby Mort, whom Zirilli met on InkTip. "Circle of Pain" stars Dean Cain ("Kill Katie Malone," another recent InkTip-sourced feature) and Bai Ling ("Crank 2" and the upcoming "Love Ranch), along with some of the biggest names in MMA, like Kimbo Slice and Frank Mir. This film is wrapping up almost a year after
Director Daniel Zirilli has completed production on his latest MMA/action feature "Circle of Pain," by writer Bobby Mort, whom Zirilli met on InkTip. "Circle of Pain" stars Dean Cain ("Kill Katie Malone," another recent InkTip-sourced feature) and Bai Ling ("Crank 2" and the upcoming "Love Ranch), along with some of the biggest names in MMA, like Kimbo Slice and Frank Mir. This film is wrapping up almost a year after we first announced that Zirilli had discovered Bobby Mort on InkTip and contracted with him to work on a series of action films. Zirilli notes: "Bobby is a very fast and sharp writer; he is right on the edge of breaking into the big leagues."
Eduardo Sanchez with Haxan Films finished the feature film "Seventh Moon" which was co-written by Jamie Nash, whom he met through InkTip. You may already know some of Sanchez' work; he broke into the business back in '99 with a little film he wrote and directed for $60K titled "The Blair Witch Project." Since that one went on to make $141million, Sanchez did another innovative horror/thriller titled "Altered," which we
Eduardo Sanchez with Haxan Films finished the feature film "Seventh Moon" which was co-written by Jamie Nash, whom he met through InkTip. You may already know some of Sanchez' work; he broke into the business back in '99 with a little film he wrote and directed for $60K titled "The Blair Witch Project." Since that one went on to make $141million, Sanchez did another innovative horror/thriller titled "Altered," which we featured on the cover of the InkTip Magazine as it was written by a writer he met through the site, Jamie Nash. Ed and Jamie have been working together ever since, and the DVD for one of their collaborations, "Seventh Moon," is getting a new promotional push by the distributor this month. If you want to see the sort of work a famous director can accomplish with an InkTip writer, look for "Seventh Moon" on the shelf at your local video store.
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Bill Freas on InkTip and signed him as a client. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009 with another sale on the horizon. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was a comedy about a suburban family man who builds an amateur football
Whitt Brantley with Whitt Brantley Management and Talent discovered writer Bill Freas on InkTip and signed him as a client. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009 with another sale on the horizon. The script which caught Brantley's eye this time was a comedy about a suburban family man who builds an amateur football league as a means to cope with his midlife crisis. Bill Freas has some heat on him, as he recently landed two script sales and one option on other properties. Brantley says of Bill's script: "Backyard Heroes is a hilarious comedy appropriate for the entire family."
Greg Huge with Huge Pictures optioned the feature kids' superhero script "Half Sized Heroes" from Justin Canel after meeting Justin through InkTip. David Goldsmith, with his background and training on such studio features as "Beverly Hills Chihuahua," "Rush Hour 3," "Smokin Aces," and "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" will be helming this as his sophomore directorial feature. Greg Huge will be producing; his other credits include "3Play," and the upcoming "Silent
Greg Huge with Huge Pictures optioned the feature kids' superhero script "Half Sized Heroes" from Justin Canel after meeting Justin through InkTip. David Goldsmith, with his background and training on such studio features as "Beverly Hills Chihuahua," "Rush Hour 3," "Smokin Aces," and "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" will be helming this as his sophomore directorial feature. Greg Huge will be producing; his other credits include "3Play," and the upcoming "Silent Voice," with director Vondie Curtis-Hall ("Glitter") and Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin ("Children of a Lesser God") interested. This is Greg Huge's second project with writer Justin Canel; Greg originally met the writer when he optioned his crime/comedy spec "Vegas Finaglers" off the site, and to which he already has John Ottman (director of Sony's "Urban Legends: Final Cut") attached to direct.
Tom Malloy of Trick Candle Productions has bought the feature script "The Brickhouse" by writer Justin Hedges after finding it through InkTip. Lisa Demaine of Filmagic Entertainment, who initially discovered the script on the site and brought it to Malloy, will direct the feature, while Malloy, who just produced and starred in "The Alphabet Killer" (Eliza Dushku, Timothy Hutton) and "Love N' Dancing" (Amy Smart, Billy Zane and Betty White),
Tom Malloy of Trick Candle Productions has bought the feature script "The Brickhouse" by writer Justin Hedges after finding it through InkTip. Lisa Demaine of Filmagic Entertainment, who initially discovered the script on the site and brought it to Malloy, will direct the feature, while Malloy, who just produced and starred in "The Alphabet Killer" (Eliza Dushku, Timothy Hutton) and "Love N' Dancing" (Amy Smart, Billy Zane and Betty White), will produce. According to Hedges, "Brickhouse" is a story of "two lost souls, an at-risk thirteen-year-old girl and a depressed, reclusive widower, and how their unusual friendship affects each other's lives for better and worse."
Howard Reichman with Village Filmworks optioned the feature "Honorable Men" from writer Jeffrey Cohen, after seeing it on InkTip. Jeffrey Cohen has written for MAD Magazine and National Lampoon, and was a staff writer on the Nickelodeon series "Get the Picture," but this is his first feature screenplay option. When we asked him about the process, he explained it all so succinctly we decided to pass it on to the
Howard Reichman with Village Filmworks optioned the feature "Honorable Men" from writer Jeffrey Cohen, after seeing it on InkTip. Jeffrey Cohen has written for MAD Magazine and National Lampoon, and was a staff writer on the Nickelodeon series "Get the Picture," but this is his first feature screenplay option. When we asked him about the process, he explained it all so succinctly we decided to pass it on to the rest of the writers in our network: “It was the logline that drew the producer to look at the longer synopsis, and the synopsis that drew them to download the script. This is a business built around the dynamic nature of verbiage. If it doesn't SOUND dynamic, you've already lost the most important battle - which is driving people to explore your work.”
"Blindsided," the short film produced by Mark Cabaroy with Big Life Production LLC and iMarkFilms that was discovered on InkTip, has just been accepted into the Rincon International Film Festival, the New Filmmakers New York (April 7th) and New Filmmakers LA (April 8th), the Staten Island Film Festival, and the Connecticut Film Festival. The Rincon International Film Festival is held in Rincon, Puerto Rico, April 20th through 25th. "Blindsided" was
"Blindsided," the short film produced by Mark Cabaroy with Big Life Production LLC and iMarkFilms that was discovered on InkTip, has just been accepted into the Rincon International Film Festival, the New Filmmakers New York (April 7th) and New Filmmakers LA (April 8th), the Staten Island Film Festival, and the Connecticut Film Festival. The Rincon International Film Festival is held in Rincon, Puerto Rico, April 20th through 25th. "Blindsided" was written by Bruce E. Johnson. Mark Cabaroy is a New York Filmmaker residing in the Bronx. He has won acclaim for his character driven stories, most recently he was noted in blackboxoffice.com top five black directors of 2009 for his feature "Life's Passing Me By." Although Bruce E. Johnson's life's work has been building multi-million dollar facilities for the Catholic Church, he is an insomniac with writer's blood coursing through his veins. All of his stories have a unique twist at the end and contain social and psychological circumstances.
Roma Roth of Reel World Management discovered writer Steven Manchester on InkTip and has signed to represent him as his manager. Roma Roth, a producer and manager and member of InkTip since 2000, is representing a number of high profile clients and projects including the feature adaptation of the comic book "The Phantom." Steven is the published author of 12 books whose work has appeared on NBC's Today Show, CBS's
Roma Roth of Reel World Management discovered writer Steven Manchester on InkTip and has signed to represent him as his manager. Roma Roth, a producer and manager and member of InkTip since 2000, is representing a number of high profile clients and projects including the feature adaptation of the comic book "The Phantom." Steven is the published author of 12 books whose work has appeared on NBC's Today Show, CBS's The Early Show, CNN's American Morning, BET's Nightly News and Good Day Atlanta. Three of Steven's short stories were selected "101 Best" for Chicken Soup for the Soul series. He's also written/produced several films: "Hearing Zoe" (Mulligan Gang Productions; 1999); "Acquaintances" (Rising Tide Entertainment; 2001); "Hurry Up & Laugh" (Abnormal Society Studios; 2003); "Flatlanders" (Abnormal Society Studios; 2004). He has had two other options through InkTip to date, including "Gooseberry Island," which was completed and released just last year.
Max Perrier of Peter Proffit Pictures has hired scribe Matthew Altman to rewrite the feature script "Feed the Devil" after finding him through InkTip. Perrier last directed the feature "The Ante," which won a Gold Remi award at "WorldFest Houston" in 2008. He read Altman's feature script "Djinn," and not only found a talented writer, but also a good match after Altman provided solid suggestions on improving the "Feed the
Max Perrier of Peter Proffit Pictures has hired scribe Matthew Altman to rewrite the feature script "Feed the Devil" after finding him through InkTip. Perrier last directed the feature "The Ante," which won a Gold Remi award at "WorldFest Houston" in 2008. He read Altman's feature script "Djinn," and not only found a talented writer, but also a good match after Altman provided solid suggestions on improving the "Feed the Devil" script. Altman is fresh off of an option deal with another InkTip producer and has more spec scripts available on the site, including the script, "Djinn," which initially interested Perrier in his style.
After looking on InkTip, Jonty Egginton has optioned the short script "Mother's Day" from scribe James Tuverson. Jonty has produced and edited the feature independent film "RH11", which represents the postal code where a group of six teenage boys grow up on a tough estate. James had this to say about Jonty, "He has an interesting story in the UK. Although just out of his teens, he has already filmed
After looking on InkTip, Jonty Egginton has optioned the short script "Mother's Day" from scribe James Tuverson. Jonty has produced and edited the feature independent film "RH11", which represents the postal code where a group of six teenage boys grow up on a tough estate. James had this to say about Jonty, "He has an interesting story in the UK. Although just out of his teens, he has already filmed and produced the feature "RH11", which has gotten him significant media coverage for his accomplishments despite his age. After communicating with him over email, I couldn't help but want to help this young filmmaker develop this short screenplay for production." Jonty is looking forward to making "Mother's Day" a hard-hitting and thought-provoking film.
Directing duo Obin and Amariah Olson - the Olson Brothers - landed representation with UTA. This was due to the fact that the Olson Brothers found an excellent script on InkTip titled "Nevermore" and shot the trailer for it, which they submitted to UTA. Their talented interpretation of the project puts them in a unique and coveted position, as their new reps (Doug Johnston and Jason Burns) work alongside the
Directing duo Obin and Amariah Olson - the Olson Brothers - landed representation with UTA. This was due to the fact that the Olson Brothers found an excellent script on InkTip titled "Nevermore" and shot the trailer for it, which they submitted to UTA. Their talented interpretation of the project puts them in a unique and coveted position, as their new reps (Doug Johnston and Jason Burns) work alongside the agents behind such actors as Johnny Depp, Harrison Ford, Sigourney Weaver, Seth Rogan, and the Olsen Twins. The trailer for "Nevermore" was really impressive, and now that they've taken this step in their careers, we're really looking forward to seeing what they do with the feature!
Bruce Lucas of Bruce Lucas Productions has optioned the feature script "Twilight Child" by Marie Jones after finding it through InkTip. Lucas, based out of New York, produced the 2003 short film "A Walk in the Dark" starring Mike McGlone ("The Brothers McMullen," "She's the One"). He calls Jones, a best-selling non-fiction author with six books to her credit, "a brilliant screenwriter." Lucas will be directing and co-producing the
Bruce Lucas of Bruce Lucas Productions has optioned the feature script "Twilight Child" by Marie Jones after finding it through InkTip. Lucas, based out of New York, produced the 2003 short film "A Walk in the Dark" starring Mike McGlone ("The Brothers McMullen," "She's the One"). He calls Jones, a best-selling non-fiction author with six books to her credit, "a brilliant screenwriter." Lucas will be directing and co-producing the sci-fi feature. They also have more projects in the pipeline together, so expect more announcements from these two in the near future!
Allan Harmon and Cynde Harmon of Really Real Films found the MOW script "Trust," on InkTip, which has now aired on TF1, Movie Central and Lifetime after Insight Films, in association with Really Real Films, completed production on it last year. The story, written by Jack Messitt, is about the wife (played by Jamie Luner of "All My Children") of a successful entrepreneur who receives a series of mysterious letters
Allan Harmon and Cynde Harmon of Really Real Films found the MOW script "Trust," on InkTip, which has now aired on TF1, Movie Central and Lifetime after Insight Films, in association with Really Real Films, completed production on it last year. The story, written by Jack Messitt, is about the wife (played by Jamie Luner of "All My Children") of a successful entrepreneur who receives a series of mysterious letters and emails, and must choose between searching for the author of these messages and investigating her husband's fidelity. Writer Messitt is no stranger to the feature film production process; a graduate of AFI, he has worked as a Director of Photography and Camera Operator on everything from feature films and television to music videos and reality shows (American Idol, Irreversi, Bones), and recently co-wrote and directed the horror feature "Midnight Movie."
Alex Vais with Option Entertainment optioned the dramatic television pilot “River Rats” by William DeSeta after reading it on InkTip. Vais is developing it with his mentor, an Emmy Award-winning director who referred him to InkTip. William DeSeta is a produced screenwriter and published novelist whose name is already familiar to many studio-level producers and directors, since he’s had material optioned at studios in the past. This is his
Alex Vais with Option Entertainment optioned the dramatic television pilot “River Rats” by William DeSeta after reading it on InkTip. Vais is developing it with his mentor, an Emmy Award-winning director who referred him to InkTip. William DeSeta is a produced screenwriter and published novelist whose name is already familiar to many studio-level producers and directors, since he’s had material optioned at studios in the past. This is his first option through InkTip.
Greg Huge with Huge Pictures optioned "Vega$ Finagler$," a feature Crime/Comedy from Justin Canel after seeing it on InkTip. Huge, whose credits include "3Play," will be producing, with John Ottman (director of "Urban Legends: Final Cut") both at the helm and on board to compose the score for "Vega$ Finagler$." Some of his Composing credits include "The Usual Suspects," "The Cable Guy," "Urban Legends: Final Cut," Fantastic Four," "Superman Returns,"
Greg Huge with Huge Pictures optioned "Vega$ Finagler$," a feature Crime/Comedy from Justin Canel after seeing it on InkTip. Huge, whose credits include "3Play," will be producing, with John Ottman (director of "Urban Legends: Final Cut") both at the helm and on board to compose the score for "Vega$ Finagler$." Some of his Composing credits include "The Usual Suspects," "The Cable Guy," "Urban Legends: Final Cut," Fantastic Four," "Superman Returns," "Valkyrie," and "Astro Boy." John is excited about being apart of "Vega$ Finagler$," and he and Greg are both very enthusiastic about moving forward with the project.
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has optioned the feature script "Buddha Eyes" by writer Cynthia Kennedy after reading it on InkTip. Kennedy's script, which earned a Best Screenplay Award at Moondance in 2007, is an adaptation of her own true story novel of a mountain climber's journey back to Nepal. The script has won several other awards as well, and so Eadicicco is looking at prospective parties interested in
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has optioned the feature script "Buddha Eyes" by writer Cynthia Kennedy after reading it on InkTip. Kennedy's script, which earned a Best Screenplay Award at Moondance in 2007, is an adaptation of her own true story novel of a mountain climber's journey back to Nepal. The script has won several other awards as well, and so Eadicicco is looking at prospective parties interested in developing this exotically-located and harrowing account. Eadicicco is a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death."
Whitt Brantley Management and Talent (WBMT) signed writer Jim Conover as a client after discovering him on InkTip. The script which interested Brantley is a true story western biopic by Conover about Bass Reeves, the first black man to serve as a US Marshal. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009 with another sale
Whitt Brantley Management and Talent (WBMT) signed writer Jim Conover as a client after discovering him on InkTip. The script which interested Brantley is a true story western biopic by Conover about Bass Reeves, the first black man to serve as a US Marshal. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009 with another sale on the horizon. Jim Conover is a motivated writer; he financed, produced and directed the Worldfest Houston Bronze Medal winning western "The Showdown."
Alex Vais with Versatyle Management Inc discovered writer Elmer Santiago on InkTip and signed him as a client. After working in development for a number of years, Alex started his new company and came to InkTip looking for scripts and writers to take to the producers and directors in his network. This is Elmer Santiago's first success through InkTip, although he already has a pilot in development with a production
Alex Vais with Versatyle Management Inc discovered writer Elmer Santiago on InkTip and signed him as a client. After working in development for a number of years, Alex started his new company and came to InkTip looking for scripts and writers to take to the producers and directors in his network. This is Elmer Santiago's first success through InkTip, although he already has a pilot in development with a production company in New York and is working closely with Alex to develop material for some of the production companies working with Versatyle Management.
Brandon Jamison with Link Technologies Inc hired Jill Gatsby to pen a feature script after discovering her on InkTip. Brandon has an extensive background in commercial, video and short film production, and after developing a story with one of his producing partners, he came to InkTip to hire a writer. This is Jill's first assignment through InkTip, although she's already a seasoned writer - some of her credits include "Holyman
Brandon Jamison with Link Technologies Inc hired Jill Gatsby to pen a feature script after discovering her on InkTip. Brandon has an extensive background in commercial, video and short film production, and after developing a story with one of his producing partners, he came to InkTip to hire a writer. This is Jill's first assignment through InkTip, although she's already a seasoned writer - some of her credits include "Holyman Undercover" and the upcoming "Women Only" with Amanda Plummer (Pulp Fiction) attached.
Rosser Goodman with KGB Films optioned the feature screenplay "Love or Whatever" from writer Dennis Bush, after reading it on InkTip. This discovery set a new InkTip record - the script, which was posted one Friday morning in January, was viewed by Rosser less than 12 hours later. Although already a produced playwright and published short story writer, "Love or Whatever" is Dennis' first feature screenplay.
Rosser Goodman with KGB Films optioned the feature screenplay "Love or Whatever" from writer Dennis Bush, after reading it on InkTip. This discovery set a new InkTip record - the script, which was posted one Friday morning in January, was viewed by Rosser less than 12 hours later. Although already a produced playwright and published short story writer, "Love or Whatever" is Dennis' first feature screenplay.
Eric Williams of Zero Gravity Management discovered writer Kevin Jones through InkTip and has signed to represent him as his manager. Zero Gravity Management represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), "Cellular" (Kim Basinger, Jessica Biel) and "Phone Booth" (Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland). This is Zero Gravity's second signing of an InkTip writer within the last six months. The management company has a production
Eric Williams of Zero Gravity Management discovered writer Kevin Jones through InkTip and has signed to represent him as his manager. Zero Gravity Management represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), "Cellular" (Kim Basinger, Jessica Biel) and "Phone Booth" (Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland). This is Zero Gravity's second signing of an InkTip writer within the last six months. The management company has a production division which has produced such films as "The Cooler" (Alec Baldwin), "Chaos" (Jason Statham), "Running Scared" (Paul Walker) and several theatrical blockbusters in production and post. Writer Kevin Jones specializes in high-action thrillers and whose scripts have been finalists and won awards in several contests.
Andreas Gruenberg of Gruenberg films discovered writer Greg Rempel on InkTip recently and signed to represent his thriller script "Sideswipe," which he's now taking to European television studios and production companies. Greg Rempel has had a remarkably successful streak this past year, including the option of a thriller script to New Symphony Productions through InkTip last summer, and a comedy script to the producers of last year's festival hit "Bottle
Andreas Gruenberg of Gruenberg films discovered writer Greg Rempel on InkTip recently and signed to represent his thriller script "Sideswipe," which he's now taking to European television studios and production companies. Greg Rempel has had a remarkably successful streak this past year, including the option of a thriller script to New Symphony Productions through InkTip last summer, and a comedy script to the producers of last year's festival hit "Bottle Shock" shortly after that.
Adrian Mathai with Thunderbolt Entertainment optioned "Stitch" from writer Maurice Billington after meeting him through InkTip. Adrian has been instrumental in a number of independent feature films over the last few years, so when he was referred to InkTip, we were excited to help him find a first low budget project to produce under his new shingle. Writer Maurice Billington has been with InkTip literally since the beginning, so this
Adrian Mathai with Thunderbolt Entertainment optioned "Stitch" from writer Maurice Billington after meeting him through InkTip. Adrian has been instrumental in a number of independent feature films over the last few years, so when he was referred to InkTip, we were excited to help him find a first low budget project to produce under his new shingle. Writer Maurice Billington has been with InkTip literally since the beginning, so this isn't his first option by far - some of his previous successes include an option to TriCoast Studios, as well as multiple screenwriting contest wins.
Lenny Beckerman with Anonymous Content signed InkTip writer John Biemeret. Biemeret was actually discovered on InkTip when a development executive at Cube Vision (Ice Cube's production company) found his script "Karate Guy" on the site and brought it to Anonymous Content to evaluate as a potential co-production. Anonymous Content represents several A-list and Academy-winning clients such as directors Steven Soderbergh and Gavin Hood, and actors Samuel L. Jackson. As a
Lenny Beckerman with Anonymous Content signed InkTip writer John Biemeret. Biemeret was actually discovered on InkTip when a development executive at Cube Vision (Ice Cube's production company) found his script "Karate Guy" on the site and brought it to Anonymous Content to evaluate as a potential co-production. Anonymous Content represents several A-list and Academy-winning clients such as directors Steven Soderbergh and Gavin Hood, and actors Samuel L. Jackson. As a production company, their produced titles include "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," "Babel," and the hotly-anticipated "The Beaver," directed by and starring Jodie Foster along with Mel Gibson and Anton Yelchin. So we're especially excited to see an InkTip writer join their client list.
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films, optioned "Velveeta and the '63 Fleetwood Stigmata" from writer Barry Gottlieb after discovering it on InkTip. Susan, the VP of Production at Big Vision Studios and director of the New Media Film Festival, has picked up a number of scripts through InkTip already and is taking meetings with studios in the US and Canada. Barry Gottlieb, a syndicated humor columnist whose work has
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films, optioned "Velveeta and the '63 Fleetwood Stigmata" from writer Barry Gottlieb after discovering it on InkTip. Susan, the VP of Production at Big Vision Studios and director of the New Media Film Festival, has picked up a number of scripts through InkTip already and is taking meetings with studios in the US and Canada. Barry Gottlieb, a syndicated humor columnist whose work has appeared in newspapers and magazines around the world including the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Sydney Morning Herald, and Ottawa Citizen, is also a novelist and biographer.
Canadian scribe Blair Duckworth was hired by Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group to rewrite a feature project after being discovered through InkTip. This is the second collaboration between them as Duckworth had penned a 1-hour drama pilot for Nasser last year. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. Some of
Canadian scribe Blair Duckworth was hired by Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group to rewrite a feature project after being discovered through InkTip. This is the second collaboration between them as Duckworth had penned a 1-hour drama pilot for Nasser last year. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. Some of his recent titles are "Hunt to Kill," starring Eric Roberts and wrestling legend Steve Austin, and "What would Jesus Do?" with John Schneider.
Mark Rodriguez with MDR Entertainment optioned "My Secret Santa" from writer Mark Onspaugh after discovering the script on InkTip. Mark Rodriguez has an eye for marketable stories, and he's had a lot of easy success on InkTip in the past since discovering the "Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures" and "Dorsai," a sci-fi adventure series based on the classic best-selling novel (which a brilliant writer optioned, adapted, and then posted on InkTip).
Mark Rodriguez with MDR Entertainment optioned "My Secret Santa" from writer Mark Onspaugh after discovering the script on InkTip. Mark Rodriguez has an eye for marketable stories, and he's had a lot of easy success on InkTip in the past since discovering the "Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures" and "Dorsai," a sci-fi adventure series based on the classic best-selling novel (which a brilliant writer optioned, adapted, and then posted on InkTip). Rodriguez made an offer on "My Secret Santa" because his wife and daughter both loved the script, and he knew it would resonate with a family audience. And in fact, it's working its way up the ladder at a family network right now. This isn't Onspaugh's first option through InkTip; recently, his script for "Kill Katie Malone" was produced just two months after being discovered on the site.
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered Canadian animation writer Adam Cowley through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for Canadian writers for children's television. Sue Giordano is a WGA signatory agent listed in the directories who has signed other writers discovered through InkTip, and who has succeeded in landing these writers options and work, so we're always excited when we get
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered Canadian animation writer Adam Cowley through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for Canadian writers for children's television. Sue Giordano is a WGA signatory agent listed in the directories who has signed other writers discovered through InkTip, and who has succeeded in landing these writers options and work, so we're always excited when we get to mention her latest find. Adam Cowley was formerly a comedy writer on the Canadian hit series "The Jon Dore Show," but this is his first time signing with an agent.
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has optioned the feature script "Wheel" by John Scott after discovering it on InkTip. Christopher was looking for a richly-crafted, science-fiction, dramatic piece and not only found a fascinating tale in "Wheel" but ended up connecting with a talented writer he could collaborate with on multiple projects. In fact, Christopher is now in pre-production on a short film written by John called "Day Eight,"
Christopher Eadicicco of Cry Havoc Films has optioned the feature script "Wheel" by John Scott after discovering it on InkTip. Christopher was looking for a richly-crafted, science-fiction, dramatic piece and not only found a fascinating tale in "Wheel" but ended up connecting with a talented writer he could collaborate with on multiple projects. In fact, Christopher is now in pre-production on a short film written by John called "Day Eight," which focuses on a group of four survivors in the wake of a disastrous event who begin to lose their sanity while huddled together in a bomb shelter. Principal photography for "Day Eight" will commence in March. Of John, Christopher says, "to find someone who is so passionate about their craft is a wonderful thing. It made the transition much smoother." Christopher is a partner at Cry Havoc Films, whose credits include "The Little Death." As for John, his experiences in the U.S. Air Force and NASA undoubtedly enriched his writing, and we're excited to see the projects that he and Christopher bring.
Loukas Doukas has completed production on "Social Behavior," a short film written by InkTip scribe Davin Affrunti, which is currently being submitted to festivals. Discovered through InkTip, the film was directed and produced by Doukas, and written and co-produced by Affrunti. Director/producer Loukas Doukas' credits include the short film "Inferno" (2008). A product of San Francisco State University, Davin Affrunti is an award-winning optioned writer with several features in various
Loukas Doukas has completed production on "Social Behavior," a short film written by InkTip scribe Davin Affrunti, which is currently being submitted to festivals. Discovered through InkTip, the film was directed and produced by Doukas, and written and co-produced by Affrunti. Director/producer Loukas Doukas' credits include the short film "Inferno" (2008). A product of San Francisco State University, Davin Affrunti is an award-winning optioned writer with several features in various stages of development and production.
Long-time InkTip member/manager Stephanie Rogers discovered author Candy Fox on InkTip, and is now signed to represent her. Stephanie is a manager based out of Las Vegas who has sold such projects for her literary clients as "Dead Still," a 3D film slated for production this year with the producer of "Journey to the Center of the Earth" on board, and "Hardrock," also a 3D feature film. Candy Fox is
Long-time InkTip member/manager Stephanie Rogers discovered author Candy Fox on InkTip, and is now signed to represent her. Stephanie is a manager based out of Las Vegas who has sold such projects for her literary clients as "Dead Still," a 3D film slated for production this year with the producer of "Journey to the Center of the Earth" on board, and "Hardrock," also a 3D feature film. Candy Fox is a documentarian and screenwriting instructor in Vermont who specializes in family-friendly and broad audience material.
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the script "Blood N' Bullets" by scribe Monte Moore after discovering him on InkTip. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje," won a festival award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender." She is currently producing and hosting the TV series, "On the Road Weekly." Criss read some of Moore's scripts on the site and this led to her optioning "Blood
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the script "Blood N' Bullets" by scribe Monte Moore after discovering him on InkTip. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje," won a festival award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender." She is currently producing and hosting the TV series, "On the Road Weekly." Criss read some of Moore's scripts on the site and this led to her optioning "Blood N' Bullets." Moore was also commissioned by Nandar to design a poster for their recently completed short film "Suffer the Child," which was also found on InkTip.
Rob Walker with Canyon Pictures optioned "Liquid Sky" from InkTip wordsmith Bernie Felix Jr. Walker is the sort of industry veteran about whom a movie should be made; he's directed features and television in both the US and the UK, he's written for TV and features, he's acted, and he was even a gogo dancer in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" with Donnie Osmond. Bernie Felix Jr. meanwhile is
Rob Walker with Canyon Pictures optioned "Liquid Sky" from InkTip wordsmith Bernie Felix Jr. Walker is the sort of industry veteran about whom a movie should be made; he's directed features and television in both the US and the UK, he's written for TV and features, he's acted, and he was even a gogo dancer in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" with Donnie Osmond. Bernie Felix Jr. meanwhile is one of InkTip best and brightest upcoming writers. He wrote "Fiesta Grand," which was discovered on InkTip and distributed worldwide by Maverick Entertainment. "Liquid Sky" was originally written as an experiment by Bernie Felix, but it worked perfectly for Rob Walker.
Elizabeth Fowler of Clear Pictures Entertainment, Inc. has hired InkTip scribe Mark Sevi to pen "The Illuminati: Out of Chaos Comes Order" after discovering him on the site. Fowler originally discovered Sevi through InkTip and hired him to adapt the novel "Devil's Knot," which is now a Dimension Films project. Sevi is now attached as a producer to "The Illuminati," which has attached fan-favorites Lance Henriksen and Kevin Sorbo
Elizabeth Fowler of Clear Pictures Entertainment, Inc. has hired InkTip scribe Mark Sevi to pen "The Illuminati: Out of Chaos Comes Order" after discovering him on the site. Fowler originally discovered Sevi through InkTip and hired him to adapt the novel "Devil's Knot," which is now a Dimension Films project. Sevi is now attached as a producer to "The Illuminati," which has attached fan-favorites Lance Henriksen and Kevin Sorbo to join the cast of the secret society thriller. As a writer, Sevi has over 19 films to his credit.
Sam Montana with Trancas International Films discovered InkTip writer David Jenkins through the site, and has signed to rep him as his manager. Trancas International Films is a multifaceted production and management company whose credits include the "Halloween" franchise, but you've probably seen Sammy Montana mentioned in this very same newsletter before, as this is the sixth writer or project he's picked up through InkTip. David Jenkins, who's written over
Sam Montana with Trancas International Films discovered InkTip writer David Jenkins through the site, and has signed to rep him as his manager. Trancas International Films is a multifaceted production and management company whose credits include the "Halloween" franchise, but you've probably seen Sammy Montana mentioned in this very same newsletter before, as this is the sixth writer or project he's picked up through InkTip. David Jenkins, who's written over a dozen scripts and had multiple options in the past, had this to say about the experience: "I've worked with other agents and managers in the past, but it was always a hip pocket arrangement, with them being interested in only one script. Sammy was the first manager who looked at my body of work before signing me." We're looking forward to mentioning upcoming projects as Montana and Jenkins continue to work together.
Clark Ransom has signed an option agreement with Christopher Cinnamon for his short "The Imposters." The short was discovered on InkTip and is the first option for Clark. "My short never would have gotten so much attention without your site, and I really appreciate how professional you have both been with me," Clark said. Christopher works as an assistant director in the industry. He is looking forward to setting time
Clark Ransom has signed an option agreement with Christopher Cinnamon for his short "The Imposters." The short was discovered on InkTip and is the first option for Clark. "My short never would have gotten so much attention without your site, and I really appreciate how professional you have both been with me," Clark said. Christopher works as an assistant director in the industry. He is looking forward to setting time aside to follow his own directing aspirations.
Scribe John Porter is developing a short with producer Cathy SitaRam, who discovered him through InkTip. John is having a successful run with his shorts on InkTip. In addition to working with Cathy, he optioned two of them at the close of the year, and we look forward to more success from him.
Scribe John Porter is developing a short with producer Cathy SitaRam, who discovered him through InkTip. John is having a successful run with his shorts on InkTip. In addition to working with Cathy, he optioned two of them at the close of the year, and we look forward to more success from him.
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films contracted writer Jack DuBois to draft an outlaw biker script after discovering him through InkTip. Barmettler, an Emmy Award-winning producer/director whose credits include last year's "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult mockumentary "Alien Secrets" (Warner/Polychrome) got his start as a writer, so he's picky when reviewing writing samples. But DuBois, with an MFA in screenwriting from UCLA and multiple options already
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films contracted writer Jack DuBois to draft an outlaw biker script after discovering him through InkTip. Barmettler, an Emmy Award-winning producer/director whose credits include last year's "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult mockumentary "Alien Secrets" (Warner/Polychrome) got his start as a writer, so he's picky when reviewing writing samples. But DuBois, with an MFA in screenwriting from UCLA and multiple options already under his belt, had the right background and writing sample for Barmettler's project. DuBois, who's won more Samuel Goldwyn Screenwriting Awards than any student in the history of UCLA, remarked "I've had a number of my screenplays optioned through the old industry way of knocking on doors and cold calling. Even though that approach still works, I like that the producers on InkTip actually know what they want to make."
InkTip members Kevin and Jo Haskin with KeJo Productions and Jina Panebianco recently completed principle photography on KeJo's latest horror feature "Rogue River." Jina Panebianco, a long-time InkTip member/producer, originally met the Haskins when she discovered a script by Kevin and his writing partner Jason Bortz, back in 2008. Jina has a number of other projects underway, including "Hacienda," which she co-wrote with a writer she discovered on InkTip, and
InkTip members Kevin and Jo Haskin with KeJo Productions and Jina Panebianco recently completed principle photography on KeJo's latest horror feature "Rogue River." Jina Panebianco, a long-time InkTip member/producer, originally met the Haskins when she discovered a script by Kevin and his writing partner Jason Bortz, back in 2008. Jina has a number of other projects underway, including "Hacienda," which she co-wrote with a writer she discovered on InkTip, and "Trudy 3-D," a horror film she developed with Kevin Haskin. "Rogue River" is being produced in association with Adam Targum and Zachary Ty Bryan, with Vision Entertainment Group and will be distributed in summer 2010. Aside from writing for, partnering with, and occasionally even hiring producers who discover him on InkTip, Kevin has also had two completed feature films in 2009, including "Sensored," which will hit shelves in WalMart and Target on April 6, 2010. He has two more projects on the slate for 2010: "Dick Black" (comedy), and "Size of Society" (drama) which will be going into preproduction soon.
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Untapped" by InkTip scribe Derek Craigie after discovering him through the site. Robert, who is based in Denmark, was looking for a character-driven script and found one in Derek's tale about an ex-con boxer who must tap into his own potential to save himself and his daughter. Robert has a heavy documentary and television background in Europe and has already optioned two other
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Untapped" by InkTip scribe Derek Craigie after discovering him through the site. Robert, who is based in Denmark, was looking for a character-driven script and found one in Derek's tale about an ex-con boxer who must tap into his own potential to save himself and his daughter. Robert has a heavy documentary and television background in Europe and has already optioned two other scripts from InkTip writers over the past six months. Derek is also an actor and has been featured on "CSI: NY" and "General Hospital." Thus, it bodes well that his first script led to his first option!
Mark Cabaroy with Big Life Production LLC and iMarkFilms produced the short film, "Blindsided," which he discovered on InkTip, and the film is currently being submitted to festivals. "Blindsided" was written by Bruce E. Johnson. It is about a beautiful blind psychic, Carly St. Johns, who is on a quest to track down the dangerous career criminal Randy Meyers with the help of her police department liaison Lieutenant Razzinksy. When
Mark Cabaroy with Big Life Production LLC and iMarkFilms produced the short film, "Blindsided," which he discovered on InkTip, and the film is currently being submitted to festivals. "Blindsided" was written by Bruce E. Johnson. It is about a beautiful blind psychic, Carly St. Johns, who is on a quest to track down the dangerous career criminal Randy Meyers with the help of her police department liaison Lieutenant Razzinksy. When fate traps Randy and Carly in the same hotel room, they must match wits in a psychological game of cat and mouse to see which one of them will get out alive. Mark Cabaroy is a New York Filmmaker residing in the Bronx. He has won acclaim for his character driven stories, most recently he was noted in blackboxoffice.com top five black directors of 2009 for his feature "Life's Passing Me By." Although Bruce E. Johnson's life's work has been building multi-million dollar facilities for the Catholic Church, he is an insomniac with writer's blood coursing through his veins. All of his stories have a unique twist at the end and contain social and psychological circumstances.
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered Canadian animation writer Wayne Chadwick through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for Canadians with animation scripts she could sell to a network up North, and Chadwick had enough writing samples to interest her. Sue Giordano is a WGA signatory agent listed in the directories who has signed other writers discovered through InkTip, and who
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered Canadian animation writer Wayne Chadwick through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for Canadians with animation scripts she could sell to a network up North, and Chadwick had enough writing samples to interest her. Sue Giordano is a WGA signatory agent listed in the directories who has signed other writers discovered through InkTip, and who has succeeded in landing these writers options and work, so we're always excited when we get to mention her latest find. Although Wayne Chadwick is already represented as an actor, he is first and foremost a writer, so this is an important step for him.
Television veteran John Palmer of Tranquility Base Productions hired InkTip writer Cecil Green to write a television pilot titled "Justice," after discovering the writer on the site. Palmer began in 1958 as a performer on the original Walt Disney Production of the Mickey Mouse Club. He eventually honed his skills in special and visual effects, which led to various Disney projects in the 80's and 90's, including the Michael Jackson
Television veteran John Palmer of Tranquility Base Productions hired InkTip writer Cecil Green to write a television pilot titled "Justice," after discovering the writer on the site. Palmer began in 1958 as a performer on the original Walt Disney Production of the Mickey Mouse Club. He eventually honed his skills in special and visual effects, which led to various Disney projects in the 80's and 90's, including the Michael Jackson 3-D film "Captain EO." He's since worked as a special effects supervisor for his company on such features as "Armageddon," "Apollo 13," "Back to the Future II, "Space Cowboys," and James Cameron's "The Abyss," before producing his own independent projects "Rocket's Red Glare," "Deep Rescue" and the recently completed "Trunk." This is Cecil Green's first writing assignment through InkTip, and we don't think it'll be his last. Palmer actually stated in a recent email that "of all the InkTip scripts and synopses we read, Cecil's was the best. If you are looking for someone you can have confidence in referring for a special project, Cecil is your man." And Cecil even stated in a recent email that "this will be an incredible journey," which is precisely the sort of attitude that takes a writer far. So we're looking forward to more people discovering him in the near future.
InkTip Wunderkind Carlos Ramos, an ABC/Disney Directors Fellowship alum who found his first feature "Kill Katie Malone" on InkTip last year, recently locked a distribution deal with Fabrication for the film. "Kill Katie Malone" was financed within two months of Ramos finding the script, and principle photography wrapped at the end of summer. Carlos Ramos is one of those unique directors who can take a script, get talent on
InkTip Wunderkind Carlos Ramos, an ABC/Disney Directors Fellowship alum who found his first feature "Kill Katie Malone" on InkTip last year, recently locked a distribution deal with Fabrication for the film. "Kill Katie Malone" was financed within two months of Ramos finding the script, and principle photography wrapped at the end of summer. Carlos Ramos is one of those unique directors who can take a script, get talent on board, and take it to camera in the amount of time that most up-and-comers spend setting up meetings.
Music video director/producer and CEO of B.L.A.K Productions, Jermaine Anglin has optioned the short script "Mama I Saw Jesus" from Dennis Saxton. Jermaine found the short on InkTip. He is looking to break into the movie industry and decided to find a script on InkTip. He came across Dennis Saxton's short and fell in love with it. "Film is my passion," he said. He has worked with A-List Hip Hop
Music video director/producer and CEO of B.L.A.K Productions, Jermaine Anglin has optioned the short script "Mama I Saw Jesus" from Dennis Saxton. Jermaine found the short on InkTip. He is looking to break into the movie industry and decided to find a script on InkTip. He came across Dennis Saxton's short and fell in love with it. "Film is my passion," he said. He has worked with A-List Hip Hop and R&B artists such as Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, John Legend, and Trey Songs. Dennis has published two books: "The Guardian Next Door" and "Death of a Senator.' He is currently working on a feature screenplay and an un-published children book series.
Louis G. Friedman of Production Logistics has hired InkTip scribe Jim Ryan to work with him on an original sci-non-fiction feature after discovering him on the site. As a veteran line producer and production manager, Friedman has been involved in the production of more than 65 films and television projects around the globe including such influential and record-setting movies as "Titanic," "Return of the Jedi," "Raiders of the Lost Ark,"
Louis G. Friedman of Production Logistics has hired InkTip scribe Jim Ryan to work with him on an original sci-non-fiction feature after discovering him on the site. As a veteran line producer and production manager, Friedman has been involved in the production of more than 65 films and television projects around the globe including such influential and record-setting movies as "Titanic," "Return of the Jedi," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "American Pie" and "Starship Troopers." He last worked on "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in Australia and New Zealand and is executive producing the upcoming, highly-anticipated "Piranha 3-D" for The Weinstein Company (directed by Alexandre Aja of "The Hills Have Eyes"). Jim Ryan, an attorney and published novelist, drew Friedman's attention with his InkTip listing "Einstein's Daughter," a script that won accolades in a number of U.S. film festivals in 2009.
John Palmer of Tranquility Base Productions has hired InkTip scribe Brandon Stephens to pen a pilot script for the series "Runway Girls." Palmer began in the entertainment industry in 1958 as a performer on the original Walt Disney Production of the Mickey Mouse Club. He eventually honed his skills in special and visual effects, which led to various work in the 80's with Disney, including the Michael Jackson 3-D film
John Palmer of Tranquility Base Productions has hired InkTip scribe Brandon Stephens to pen a pilot script for the series "Runway Girls." Palmer began in the entertainment industry in 1958 as a performer on the original Walt Disney Production of the Mickey Mouse Club. He eventually honed his skills in special and visual effects, which led to various work in the 80's with Disney, including the Michael Jackson 3-D film "Captain EO." As a special effects supervisor, he worked on such features as "Armageddon," "Apollo 13," "Back to the Future II, "Space Cowboys," and the James Cameron-helmed "The Abyss" before producing projects such as "Rocket's Red Glare," "Deep Rescue" and 2009's "Trunk," which was just released on DVD on December 15th. This is writer Stephens' first assignment, which occurred after Palmer read his script "Porn to Run."
Jeff Ross with Jeff Ross Entertainment Inc. discovered InkTip director and writer Jonas Quastel through our network, and is now officially representing him as a manager. Jeff is a long-time industry veteran who reps TV and film writers, authors and directors, and whose client list includes the writer of "Wag the Dog," the director of "A Diva's Christmas Carol" (starring Vanessa Williams) and the writer of the classic Harvey Keitel
Jeff Ross with Jeff Ross Entertainment Inc. discovered InkTip director and writer Jonas Quastel through our network, and is now officially representing him as a manager. Jeff is a long-time industry veteran who reps TV and film writers, authors and directors, and whose client list includes the writer of "Wag the Dog," the director of "A Diva's Christmas Carol" (starring Vanessa Williams) and the writer of the classic Harvey Keitel pic "Bad Timing." Jonas, whose directorial debut came with the 2002 feature "The Untold" (Lance Henriksen), last wrote and directed the 2008 feature "Scourge."
Seattle filmmaker Frank J. Oliver discovered Breanne Mattson's short script "A Day With Death" on InkTip. He requested it, received a full copy to review within a day and enjoyed it immensely. He has formally optioned the script from Breanne. Frank stated "I enjoyed my experience on InkTip and how easy it was to make contact with the writers."
Seattle filmmaker Frank J. Oliver discovered Breanne Mattson's short script "A Day With Death" on InkTip. He requested it, received a full copy to review within a day and enjoyed it immensely. He has formally optioned the script from Breanne. Frank stated "I enjoyed my experience on InkTip and how easy it was to make contact with the writers."
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the script "Crimson Creek" by InkTip scribe Melvin Johnson after discovering him on the site. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje'" won an award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender" and is currently producing and hosting the TV series, "On the Road Weekly." She also just completed shooting the short film written by Johnson titled "Suffer the Child." While
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the script "Crimson Creek" by InkTip scribe Melvin Johnson after discovering him on the site. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje'" won an award for best sci-fi picture for "Mindbender" and is currently producing and hosting the TV series, "On the Road Weekly." She also just completed shooting the short film written by Johnson titled "Suffer the Child." While Nandar was in production, Criss read more of Johnson's work and decided to make plans for the feature "Crimson Creek" for a tentative production date in 2010. As for Johnson, after placing highly in several screenwriting competitions over the years, he was able to connect with Nandar, resulting in his first two options and a burgeoning working relationship with them.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Lyse Beck to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering one of her writing samples on InkTip. This is a particularly successful find for Joe because Lyse has since gone on to draft three other potential TV pilots for Nasser Entertainment since that initial hire. Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume including "What Goes Up" with Hilary
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group hired Lyse Beck to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering one of her writing samples on InkTip. This is a particularly successful find for Joe because Lyse has since gone on to draft three other potential TV pilots for Nasser Entertainment since that initial hire. Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume including "What Goes Up" with Hilary Duff, and the recent "Courage" with Jason Priestly, which was written by a screenwriter discovered on InkTip. In fact, he just wrapped his latest feature "H2K," which stars Eric Roberts and Steve Austin. We're looking forward to announcing more projects in 2010.
Babz Bitela, President of the Silver Bitela Agency (WGA/AFTRA), signed InkTip scribe Craig Clyde after discovering him on the site. This was a particularly marketable find for Babz because Craig Clyde already has 18 feature writing credits, and is also an established director with such films as "The Derby Stallion" (with Zac Efron) on his resume. And it's a good fit for Craig because, since coming to work at the
Babz Bitela, President of the Silver Bitela Agency (WGA/AFTRA), signed InkTip scribe Craig Clyde after discovering him on the site. This was a particularly marketable find for Babz because Craig Clyde already has 18 feature writing credits, and is also an established director with such films as "The Derby Stallion" (with Zac Efron) on his resume. And it's a good fit for Craig because, since coming to work at the former Ed Silver Agency, Babz has been able to turn what was a hard year for many agents into a banner year for her company and writers. So we expect 2010 will be an even better year for the Silver Bitela Agency.
John Porter has reached another agreement with a producer/director on InkTip. He has signed an agreement with Naomi Mercer, who bought the rights to his short romance "It's Good to See You Again" that was discovered on InkTip. Naomi is an actor/director/produce/editor. She said, "I'm really excited about how John's script looks easy to execute with only two locations and two actors yet has the potential for some great moments.
John Porter has reached another agreement with a producer/director on InkTip. He has signed an agreement with Naomi Mercer, who bought the rights to his short romance "It's Good to See You Again" that was discovered on InkTip. Naomi is an actor/director/produce/editor. She said, "I'm really excited about how John's script looks easy to execute with only two locations and two actors yet has the potential for some great moments. There's a range of them (my personal favorite being the deliciously awkward silent moments in his writing) for the actor, the director and the editor in me to sink my teeth into." She is also a full time voice-over actor.
Frederico Lapenda with Paradigm Pictures and Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory are co-producing a feature MMA film titled "Merciless," and they've hired veteran InkTip scribe Glase Lomond to come on board as a writer. Zirilli discovered Glase Lomond on InkTip all the way back in 2004, and has since brought him on board a number of projects, including "Fast Girl" (which was featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine)
Frederico Lapenda with Paradigm Pictures and Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory are co-producing a feature MMA film titled "Merciless," and they've hired veteran InkTip scribe Glase Lomond to come on board as a writer. Zirilli discovered Glase Lomond on InkTip all the way back in 2004, and has since brought him on board a number of projects, including "Fast Girl" (which was featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine) and "Aces" (which was also featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine). Frederico Lapenda is considered a founding father of MMA, but he's also an award-winning producer with over a dozen feature film credits to his resume, including the classic MMA film "Smashing Machine" (starring former UFC champion Mark Coleman), and the upcoming "Hamill" (starring former UFC champion Rich Franklin). Because of Lapenda's status and connections in the MMA world, he has access to some of the most recognizable stars worldwide, and is actively working with them in their careers as they transition into the action stars of tomorrow. Of course we're hoping to feature "Merciless" on the cover some day as well.
Tony Roman with Larry Levinson Productions optioned "Cashmas," a heartwarming holiday script, from InkTip writer Justin Eade. Larry Levinson Productions has produced or co-produced over a hundred TV movies in the last 15 years, almost all of which had name actors cast in lead roles. Such credits include 'Reading Room' (with James Earl Jones), 'Dead Man's Walk' (with Jennifer Garner), 'Gone But Not Forgotten' (with Scott Glenn and Brooke
Tony Roman with Larry Levinson Productions optioned "Cashmas," a heartwarming holiday script, from InkTip writer Justin Eade. Larry Levinson Productions has produced or co-produced over a hundred TV movies in the last 15 years, almost all of which had name actors cast in lead roles. Such credits include 'Reading Room' (with James Earl Jones), 'Dead Man's Walk' (with Jennifer Garner), 'Gone But Not Forgotten' (with Scott Glenn and Brooke Shields), and 'Love Comes Softly' (with Katherine Heigl). Meanwhile Justin Eade has been writing in his native New Zealand for the last 15 years, working on television sitcoms and sketch comedy while also developing a portfolio of spec feature screenplays for the US market. "Cashmas" is a family-friendly Christmas comedy, precisely the sort of project Larry Levinson Productions excels at making, so we're excited to see Justin taking this next step in his writing career through InkTip.
Kyle Portbury with FocusUp Media Ltd. has optioned "Pot Scrubbers" by InkTip scribe BD Young after discovering it on the site. Based out of the UK, Portbury just wrapped the documentary project "The Mountain Within" earlier this year. "Pot Scrubbers" is a comedy about a small town that after being hit by the recession lights upon the perfect salvation. As for writer BD, this is his twentieth option or commissioned
Kyle Portbury with FocusUp Media Ltd. has optioned "Pot Scrubbers" by InkTip scribe BD Young after discovering it on the site. Based out of the UK, Portbury just wrapped the documentary project "The Mountain Within" earlier this year. "Pot Scrubbers" is a comedy about a small town that after being hit by the recession lights upon the perfect salvation. As for writer BD, this is his twentieth option or commissioned project through InkTip. With even more InkTip-facilitated deals on the way, BD's name will continue to appear in plenty of announcements in the near future.
Agathe David-Weill has optioned the feature script "Prospect Park" by InkTip scribe Paul Longo. Agathe, a producer out of New York, produced the feature films "Kettle of Fish" (Matthew Modine, Gina Gershon) and "Superheroes." She was looking for a talented writer with a maturely-crafted, character-driven, compelling story. Not only did she find one in Paul, he was conveniently based in New York as well. According to Paul, "Prospect Park" is
Agathe David-Weill has optioned the feature script "Prospect Park" by InkTip scribe Paul Longo. Agathe, a producer out of New York, produced the feature films "Kettle of Fish" (Matthew Modine, Gina Gershon) and "Superheroes." She was looking for a talented writer with a maturely-crafted, character-driven, compelling story. Not only did she find one in Paul, he was conveniently based in New York as well. According to Paul, "Prospect Park" is about an African-American music producer who guides us through Prospect Park, Brooklyn, on a day that changes the lives of its diverse community. This is Paul's third option.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group completed production on "Courage," a feature film written by InkTip scribe Luiz Cruz, whom Nasser discovered on the site in 2007. We're always excited when we get to mention another completed Nasser Brothers film because Joe already had three dozen feature credits to his resume before he joined InkTip, and now the scripts he's been finding on InkTip are beginning to join his
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group completed production on "Courage," a feature film written by InkTip scribe Luiz Cruz, whom Nasser discovered on the site in 2007. We're always excited when we get to mention another completed Nasser Brothers film because Joe already had three dozen feature credits to his resume before he joined InkTip, and now the scripts he's been finding on InkTip are beginning to join his list of produced features. Some of these include "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, and this latest project, "Courage," Starring Jason Priestly (Beverly Hills 90210) and Andrea Roth (Rescue Me). Luis Cruz was the first writer Nasser discovered on InkTip - in fact, Cruz was a co-writer on all three of the titles mentioned so far in this announcement - so when we say Nasser makes most of the scripts he finds on InkTip, we're sure Luis Cruz will agree. These first few credits helped Cruz land representation with a major management company as well, so his writing career is now well underway.
Michael D. Jones with Silver Heart Productions has optioned "Rotavele" by InkTip scribes Lloyd S. Wagner and Bradford R. Youngs. Jones started in the industry as a P.A. on "Unsolved Mysteries" in 1991 and then worked his way up, eventually producing feature films and television shows. Jones has a series of feature projects for his 2010 slate. Director and writer Bradford R. Youngs heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which produced numerous
Michael D. Jones with Silver Heart Productions has optioned "Rotavele" by InkTip scribes Lloyd S. Wagner and Bradford R. Youngs. Jones started in the industry as a P.A. on "Unsolved Mysteries" in 1991 and then worked his way up, eventually producing feature films and television shows. Jones has a series of feature projects for his 2010 slate. Director and writer Bradford R. Youngs heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which produced numerous episodes of the CBS sitcom "Yes, Dear." He hired Wagner in 2008 and since then, they've co-written feature scripts, including "Rotavele," which agent Babz Bitela calls a "smart, highly entertaining work, [and] beyond cool." Babz, President of the Ed Silver Agency (WGA/AFTRA), was brought on board to help the team negotiate a series of offers, and her relentless efforts in dealings resulted in Wagner's first feature writing credit and Youngs being attached as director. She says, "It's exciting that they know we are out here reading and scouring the planet for them." She continues, "I read everything myself. And it's a real joy. Especially when the scripts are so solid. We may be in Northern California, but we operate as if we are on the 9000 block of Wilshire Blvd." We look forward to more collaborative projects between Wagner & Youngs and additional news brought forth by Babz.
Matthew Cervi with Mad Samurai Productions has optioned "The Unholy Delivery" by InkTip scribe Fred Paskiewicz after discovering it on the site. Cervi is currently in pre-production on the feature "The Colony," a post ice-age sci-fi/thriller. "The Unholy Delivery" centers on an ex-con paid $5,000 to deliver a truckload of religious artifacts and the resulting chaos when the dead begin to claim the cargo as their own. This is Paskiewicz's
Matthew Cervi with Mad Samurai Productions has optioned "The Unholy Delivery" by InkTip scribe Fred Paskiewicz after discovering it on the site. Cervi is currently in pre-production on the feature "The Colony," a post ice-age sci-fi/thriller. "The Unholy Delivery" centers on an ex-con paid $5,000 to deliver a truckload of religious artifacts and the resulting chaos when the dead begin to claim the cargo as their own. This is Paskiewicz's third option.
Hungarian filmmaker Mocanu Attila filmed the short romance "Where Are We Going?" that he found on InkTip. The script was written by John Porter who said, "He and his crew did a great job. Because of InkTip, I've met some wonderful filmmakers, and Mocanu Attila is certainly one of them." "Where Are We Going?" is one of Mocanu's first movies, and he is looking forward to directing much more.
Hungarian filmmaker Mocanu Attila filmed the short romance "Where Are We Going?" that he found on InkTip. The script was written by John Porter who said, "He and his crew did a great job. Because of InkTip, I've met some wonderful filmmakers, and Mocanu Attila is certainly one of them." "Where Are We Going?" is one of Mocanu's first movies, and he is looking forward to directing much more. He advises first time directors to "get themselves patience, patience and patience."
Gary Lamoin of Farm Boi Productions has picked up the short script "Fidelity's Adversary" by Christian Howell off of InkTip. Gary is an openly gay director who is in post production on a short titled "Dinner Out." Christian is a software developer turned screenwriter. He has studied under Gotham Writers, Linda Seger, and Chris Soth.
Gary Lamoin of Farm Boi Productions has picked up the short script "Fidelity's Adversary" by Christian Howell off of InkTip. Gary is an openly gay director who is in post production on a short titled "Dinner Out." Christian is a software developer turned screenwriter. He has studied under Gotham Writers, Linda Seger, and Chris Soth.
Kathy Muraviov with The Muraviov Company discovered InkTip writer Dan Fabrizio and is now representing him. Muraviov, a veteran of Universal Studios, now runs a boutique literary management company in LA, and she's discovered some of the best and brightest up-and-coming writers on InkTip under her new banner. Dan Fabrizio is an award-winning writer with two projects currently on InkTip, the most recent of which has consistently ranked as a
Kathy Muraviov with The Muraviov Company discovered InkTip writer Dan Fabrizio and is now representing him. Muraviov, a veteran of Universal Studios, now runs a boutique literary management company in LA, and she's discovered some of the best and brightest up-and-coming writers on InkTip under her new banner. Dan Fabrizio is an award-winning writer with two projects currently on InkTip, the most recent of which has consistently ranked as a finalist or semifinalist in some major competitions.
London-based InkTip Scribe Keith R. Robinson Makes His Directorial Debut
Dec 10, 2009
Keith R. Robinson has completed a paranormal/thriller feature "The Unwelcome" and LA-based producer Jay So of Groom Lake Illusion has served as an executive producer. Keith has been working with Jay ever since Jay optioned 2 of his scripts through InkTip in 2005 and this is the first completed film to come out of this partnership. "The Unwelcome," Keith wrote, directed, produced, and edited the picture and the story is
Keith R. Robinson has completed a paranormal/thriller feature "The Unwelcome" and LA-based producer Jay So of Groom Lake Illusion has served as an executive producer. Keith has been working with Jay ever since Jay optioned 2 of his scripts through InkTip in 2005 and this is the first completed film to come out of this partnership. "The Unwelcome," Keith wrote, directed, produced, and edited the picture and the story is based on the Enfield Poltergeist case that happened in the late 1970's, a heavily documented series of events dealing with the alleged haunting and levitation of a teenage girl in a London suburb, and that has been surrounded by controversy. The team has other projects in development and we're looking forward to mentioning them again in upcoming announcements.
David Sterling hired veteran InkTip genre scribe Carlos Perez to pen the feature horror film "The Occultist." David, who has over 60 feature credits to his resume, discovered Carlos Perez a few years ago on the site, and is now responsible for two of the five feature films on Carlos' writing resume. Carlos, who is also a published author and produced playwright, currently has two films in production and three
David Sterling hired veteran InkTip genre scribe Carlos Perez to pen the feature horror film "The Occultist." David, who has over 60 feature credits to his resume, discovered Carlos Perez a few years ago on the site, and is now responsible for two of the five feature films on Carlos' writing resume. Carlos, who is also a published author and produced playwright, currently has two films in production and three in distribution, so if you see his name in the credits on a DVD at Blockbuster tonight, don't be surprised.
Michael Cambianica with Ace LA has connected with InkTip scribe Michael Murphy after discovering his script "The Knuckleballer" on the site. Cambianica was looking for a script with broad appeal that he could take to investors. Cambianica and Murphy met in Los Angeles, and now Ace LA is shopping the project to various studios. Based on the true story of Gene "Lefty" Bearden, "The Knuckeballer" is not just a baseball
Michael Cambianica with Ace LA has connected with InkTip scribe Michael Murphy after discovering his script "The Knuckleballer" on the site. Cambianica was looking for a script with broad appeal that he could take to investors. Cambianica and Murphy met in Los Angeles, and now Ace LA is shopping the project to various studios. Based on the true story of Gene "Lefty" Bearden, "The Knuckeballer" is not just a baseball tale, but according to Murphy, a "story about not giving up on your dreams, even when common sense tells you that the odds are stacked against you." This script has won or placed in several competitions so far and the two parties are excited to move it through pre-production. Murphy is a UCLA-trained writer who enjoys writing scripts based on fascinating real-life people with untold stories.
Gene Kraft of Gene Kraft Productions has optioned "The It Drive In" by scribe Tom Vecchio after discovering him on InkTip. Gene originally found Tom on InkTip years ago, optioning his script "Aline & Wolfe" (true story about the American writer Thomas Wolfe), which now has attached to it, Oscar-winner Helen Hunt and Oscar-nominated director/cinematographer Lajos Koltai. Lajos,' originally a cinematographer known for his work in "Malena" (Oscar nomination), "Being
Gene Kraft of Gene Kraft Productions has optioned "The It Drive In" by scribe Tom Vecchio after discovering him on InkTip. Gene originally found Tom on InkTip years ago, optioning his script "Aline & Wolfe" (true story about the American writer Thomas Wolfe), which now has attached to it, Oscar-winner Helen Hunt and Oscar-nominated director/cinematographer Lajos Koltai. Lajos,' originally a cinematographer known for his work in "Malena" (Oscar nomination), "Being Julia" and "The Legend of 1900," transitioned to directing such films as 2007's star-studded film "Evening" (with Meryl Streep, Glenn Close, Toni Collete, Natasha Richardson, Claire Danes, Vanessa Redgrave and Patrick Wilson). "The It Drive In" is a script in the vein of "The Big Chill" or "Diner," which draws on writer Tom's North Carolina roots. We hope to hear more about Gene Kraft and Thomas Vecchio's collaborative successes in the near future.
Jonathan "Jonty" Reason of Pittot Films will begin production today on the InkTip-discovered feature script "City of the Damned" by scribe Michael Coady. Jonty had optioned Michael's script on InkTip earlier this year and has already obtained the means to go to camera with a cast that includes Australian actor and saxophonist legend Wilbur Wilde. Pittot Films' 2005 multi-award-winning romantic comedy "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt" was just released a
Jonathan "Jonty" Reason of Pittot Films will begin production today on the InkTip-discovered feature script "City of the Damned" by scribe Michael Coady. Jonty had optioned Michael's script on InkTip earlier this year and has already obtained the means to go to camera with a cast that includes Australian actor and saxophonist legend Wilbur Wilde. Pittot Films' 2005 multi-award-winning romantic comedy "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt" was just released a week ago by Celebrity Video Distribution and is already sold out on Amazon. It is currently available for rental on Netflix. For writer Coady, this is his seventh option and first feature to go into production.
Erik A. Williams of Rock Your Socks Productions has optioned "Flushed" by InkTip scribe Brandt Kubo after discovering the script on the site. According to Erik, he is always looking for a script with a little comedy, a little romance and lots of spirit, and the wonderful story "Flushed" certainly fits the bill. Besides his work as a producer, Erik and his business partner Joe Hammerstone are actors as well.
Erik A. Williams of Rock Your Socks Productions has optioned "Flushed" by InkTip scribe Brandt Kubo after discovering the script on the site. According to Erik, he is always looking for a script with a little comedy, a little romance and lots of spirit, and the wonderful story "Flushed" certainly fits the bill. Besides his work as a producer, Erik and his business partner Joe Hammerstone are actors as well. Erik is proud to say one of the first movies he was a part of, "Gameheads," is now on Amazon as well as other titles in which both he and Joe are involved. They also have several upcoming projects including "Casualties of the State," "The Heart III: Final Pulse," "Johnny B Gone" and "The Devil at Lost Creek." This is Brandt Kubo's first option.
Tommy Oliver with Black Squirrel Films has optioned "Nickel Mines" by InkTip scribe Linda Oatman High after discovering her work. "Nickel Mines," based on the 2006 Amish school shootings, is a story about faith, family, and forgiveness. Tommy Oliver, an award-winning commercial director, has worked on a dozen short films in just the last three years while gearing up for this project, and this is the second feature script optioned
Tommy Oliver with Black Squirrel Films has optioned "Nickel Mines" by InkTip scribe Linda Oatman High after discovering her work. "Nickel Mines," based on the 2006 Amish school shootings, is a story about faith, family, and forgiveness. Tommy Oliver, an award-winning commercial director, has worked on a dozen short films in just the last three years while gearing up for this project, and this is the second feature script optioned through InkTip. Linda Oatman High, a successful journalist for twenty-five years, is also a successful writer of youth literature.
Allen Martinez with Softcelluoid Films discovered "Bits and Pieces" by Larry Sulkis on InkTip. Allen, a long-time DGA member who is repped as a director by Zero Gravity Management, directed the muliti-award-winning short film "Intelligence" starring Milo Ventimiglia (of NBC's "Heroes"), from a script discovered on InkTip. WGA member and InkTip writer Larry Sulkis, whose credits include John Carpenter's "Ghosts of Mars" (with Natasha Henstridge, Ice Cube,
Allen Martinez with Softcelluoid Films discovered "Bits and Pieces" by Larry Sulkis on InkTip. Allen, a long-time DGA member who is repped as a director by Zero Gravity Management, directed the muliti-award-winning short film "Intelligence" starring Milo Ventimiglia (of NBC's "Heroes"), from a script discovered on InkTip. WGA member and InkTip writer Larry Sulkis, whose credits include John Carpenter's "Ghosts of Mars" (with Natasha Henstridge, Ice Cube, Jason Statham, and Pam Grier), has a long history of writing and producing at a studio level and a keen eye for directorial talent. So when Allen Martinez contacted him about his "Bits and Pieces" (a darkly humorous sci-fi piece dealing with health care in the near future), they formed a partnership, shot a short film to promote the project, and are now actively working on packaging the script.
InkTip-facilitated Short "Bar Flies" Rips Through Festivals
Dec 1, 2009
"Bar Flies" was listed on InkTip by writer Alan Barkley and acquired in September 2008 by David Broyles of Hazard Pay Productions of NYC. It was produced in Spring 2009 and has been accepted this year for screening at Breckenridge FF - CO, Woods Hole FF - MA, DC Shorts - Washington DC, Seattle International FF - WA, Santa Fe FF - NM, Austin FF - TX, Big
"Bar Flies" was listed on InkTip by writer Alan Barkley and acquired in September 2008 by David Broyles of Hazard Pay Productions of NYC. It was produced in Spring 2009 and has been accepted this year for screening at Breckenridge FF - CO, Woods Hole FF - MA, DC Shorts - Washington DC, Seattle International FF - WA, Santa Fe FF - NM, Austin FF - TX, Big Apple FF - NY. A reviewer at the Austin Film Festival posted this about "Bar Flies" following the screening of all the narrative shorts: "If the short is any indication, Broyles and Barkley have the potential to become a new David Lynch."
InkTip Pairs Seasoned Writer with Debuting Director
Dec 1, 2009
The script "Consequences" written by Dawn Chapman was optioned through InkTip by John C. Arnold at Park Bench Pictures, LLC. Dawn is a working writer who works with several directors. "Consequences" is the perfect project for John's directorial debut; a short with a compelling message. John has been in Hollywood for 8 months as a student at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. During his studies, he
The script "Consequences" written by Dawn Chapman was optioned through InkTip by John C. Arnold at Park Bench Pictures, LLC. Dawn is a working writer who works with several directors. "Consequences" is the perfect project for John's directorial debut; a short with a compelling message. John has been in Hollywood for 8 months as a student at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. During his studies, he decided to give directing a try and applied to transfer to The Savannah College of Art and Design to learn the ropes of a camera and directing. He is very excited to film this project.
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered scribe Garner Haines through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for a Canadian television animation writer whom she could pitch to work on network series, and his "Robot Chicken" spec had the comedy chops she was looking for. So she asked if he could turn out a couple new specs on short notice
Sue Giordano with the Hudson Agency discovered scribe Garner Haines through InkTip and has entered into an agreement to represent him. Sue was specifically looking for a Canadian television animation writer whom she could pitch to work on network series, and his "Robot Chicken" spec had the comedy chops she was looking for. So she asked if he could turn out a couple new specs on short notice to demonstrate he could write for different audiences, and when he managed to do so, she signed him. Sue Giordano is a WGA signatory agent listed in the directories who has signed other writers discovered through InkTip, and who has succeeded in landing these writers options and work, so we're always excited when we get to mention her latest find. Garner Haines has been writing for several years and has won screenwriting contests, though this is his first option.
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films discovered InkTip writer Craig Clyde's script "Long Shadow Woman" on the site. Susan, Maverick Filmmaker honor recipient - Cinequest 2006, is currently the VP of Production at Big Vision Studios and director of the New Media Film Festival. Craig Clyde already has 18 writing credits to his resume, as well as a bevy of directing and acting credits, but this is
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films discovered InkTip writer Craig Clyde's script "Long Shadow Woman" on the site. Susan, Maverick Filmmaker honor recipient - Cinequest 2006, is currently the VP of Production at Big Vision Studios and director of the New Media Film Festival. Craig Clyde already has 18 writing credits to his resume, as well as a bevy of directing and acting credits, but this is his first InkTip success. Keep your eyes on this newsletter, because we'll probably be announcing his second InkTip success very soon.
Canadian InkTip scribe Blair Duckworth was hired recently by Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group to pen a 1-hour drama pilot after reading one of his feature scripts on the site. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. Some of his recent titles are "Angel and the Badman," starring Lou Diamond
Canadian InkTip scribe Blair Duckworth was hired recently by Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group to pen a 1-hour drama pilot after reading one of his feature scripts on the site. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. Some of his recent titles are "Angel and the Badman," starring Lou Diamond Philips and Luke Perry, and "What Goes Up" with Hilary Duff. We're excited about this latest slate of pilots because Joe is taking them to the network this week - so stay tuned for more news in an upcoming newsletter.
Michael Egan of Ghastly Fun Films has optioned the InkTip-discovered script "Blood-Sucking Leeches & Flesh-Eating Maggots" by scribe Adam Balsam. Egan found the appropriately-named title on the site while looking for potential projects that would fit his company’s need for ghastly, fun films. The contest-winning horror-comedy script with the straightforward name has been selected for the Screen Producers Australia Association competition. Egan directed the 2004 feature “Love in the First
Michael Egan of Ghastly Fun Films has optioned the InkTip-discovered script "Blood-Sucking Leeches & Flesh-Eating Maggots" by scribe Adam Balsam. Egan found the appropriately-named title on the site while looking for potential projects that would fit his company’s need for ghastly, fun films. The contest-winning horror-comedy script with the straightforward name has been selected for the Screen Producers Australia Association competition. Egan directed the 2004 feature “Love in the First Degree.” Earlier this year, one of Balsam’s sitcom pilot scripts was optioned by StinkTV and is currently being shot in Los Angeles. Regarding “Blood-Sucking Leeches,” Balsam states that he “often thought of taking it down whenever it came up for renewal. However, the award-winning screenplay always got positive comments," and he "felt that the script just hadn't found the right producer." Balsam’s perseverance in refining his logline and synopsis paid off in the form of his second option to a producer who is passionate about his story.
Mario Domina with ThunderBall Films, LLC optioned "The House That Jack Built" by Margie Mack after discovering the script on the site. Her script tells the story of a murder and wrongful conviction in 1955 which permanently changed the face of politics and law enforcement in Chicago, and it's a particularly personal tale for her, because the real murderer - the one who escaped as someone else was imprisoned in
Mario Domina with ThunderBall Films, LLC optioned "The House That Jack Built" by Margie Mack after discovering the script on the site. Her script tells the story of a murder and wrongful conviction in 1955 which permanently changed the face of politics and law enforcement in Chicago, and it's a particularly personal tale for her, because the real murderer - the one who escaped as someone else was imprisoned in his place - was Margie's father. Part of what got Mario interested in the project was a link in Margie's synopsis to a trailer developed for the film which helped him with the visuals of the story and era. Mario has a penchant for discovering and developing based-on-true stories; some of his other projects in development include "Escape from Paradise," a project based on Amazon's #1 Singaporean best seller for four consecutive years (where it was banned for political reasons), "The House of the Baskervilles," and "DragonMan," all three of which Mario discovered on InkTip. ThunderBall Films is also currently in pre-production on its feature indie project "The Beautiful Outsiders," with Corey Feldman, Malcolm McDowell and Samantha Fox attached to star. Writer Margie Mack has sold stories to the popular "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, but this is her first film success.
Eric Williams of Zero Gravity Management discovered InkTip writer Craig Phillips and has signed to represent him as his manager. Zero Gravity Management represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), "Cellular" (Kim Basinger, Jessica Biel), and "Phone Booth" (Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland). As soon as Zero Gravity read writer Phillips' script "Head Trip" on InkTip they knew his talent for comedic writing was a
Eric Williams of Zero Gravity Management discovered InkTip writer Craig Phillips and has signed to represent him as his manager. Zero Gravity Management represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), "Cellular" (Kim Basinger, Jessica Biel), and "Phone Booth" (Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland). As soon as Zero Gravity read writer Phillips' script "Head Trip" on InkTip they knew his talent for comedic writing was a must-have. The management company has a production division which has produced such films as "The Cooler" (William H. Macy, Alec Baldwin), "Chaos" (Jason Statham, Ryan Phillippe), "Flawless" (Demi Moore, Michael Caine) and "Running Scared" (Paul Walker). They have just completed producing "The Canyon," starring Yvonne Strahovski from the hit-series "Chuck," as well as "Malice in Wonderland," starring Maggie Grace from 2008's mega-hit "Taken." Currently on the horizon is "Gunslinger," starring Josh Hartnett.
Producer/Director Arnold Leibovit optioned the feature buddy comedy "I Want my Baby Back" from InkTip writing duo Stephanie Storey and Mike Gandolfi after discovering it on the site. Arnold was an Executive Producer on Dreamworks' and Warner Bros' "The Time Machine" (with Guy Pearce and Jeremy Irons), among other feature credits. With an Emmy, a Peabody, a Golden Globe, and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding TV News between them,
Producer/Director Arnold Leibovit optioned the feature buddy comedy "I Want my Baby Back" from InkTip writing duo Stephanie Storey and Mike Gandolfi after discovering it on the site. Arnold was an Executive Producer on Dreamworks' and Warner Bros' "The Time Machine" (with Guy Pearce and Jeremy Irons), among other feature credits. With an Emmy, a Peabody, a Golden Globe, and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding TV News between them, not to mention a bevy of television writing and producing credits, Storey and Gandolfi had the style, skill and experience that Leibovit was looking for. This is Storey and Gandolfi's first option through InkTip, although you'll want to keep an eye out for them in future announcements, as more deals appear to be underway.
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films, discovered InkTip writer David Allingham's script "SNAP!" on the site. And since it perfectly fit her mandate, she made an offer and promptly optioned the property from David. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios and the New Media Film Festival. David has one feature film credit to his
Susan Johnston, President of Select Services Films, discovered InkTip writer David Allingham's script "SNAP!" on the site. And since it perfectly fit her mandate, she made an offer and promptly optioned the property from David. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios and the New Media Film Festival. David has one feature film credit to his resume already, the indie project "Almost Invisible," which just secured domestic and foreign distribution. This is his first option through InkTip.
Babz Bitela, President of the Ed Silver Agency (WGA/AFTRA), signed scribes Bradford Youngs & Lloyd Wagner for their script Rotavele. She calls it a "smart, highly entertaining work, beyond cool," and she is now actively pitching their projects. The ES Agency takes referrals (Guild and Non Guild writers) through InkTip only. Since she teaches several writing classes she alerts writers early on; "if you want to get noticed, use Inktip.
Babz Bitela, President of the Ed Silver Agency (WGA/AFTRA), signed scribes Bradford Youngs & Lloyd Wagner for their script Rotavele. She calls it a "smart, highly entertaining work, beyond cool," and she is now actively pitching their projects. The ES Agency takes referrals (Guild and Non Guild writers) through InkTip only. Since she teaches several writing classes she alerts writers early on; "if you want to get noticed, use Inktip. Otherwise you may as well be screaming in space."
Peter Fonda Partners with Joe Eckardt to Produce InkTip Film
Nov 5, 2009
Joe Eckardt with Rock On! Films discovered a script on InkTip titled "I Ride Alone" in 2006. He's worked diligently on the project ever since, and recently informed us that he's partnered with Peter Fonda (who not only played the lead role in "Easy Rider," but also wrote and produced it) as co-producer and lead actor on this InkTip-sourced project. Joe Eckardt is also partnered with Jason Mewes as co-producer
Joe Eckardt with Rock On! Films discovered a script on InkTip titled "I Ride Alone" in 2006. He's worked diligently on the project ever since, and recently informed us that he's partnered with Peter Fonda (who not only played the lead role in "Easy Rider," but also wrote and produced it) as co-producer and lead actor on this InkTip-sourced project. Joe Eckardt is also partnered with Jason Mewes as co-producer on another project he discovered on InkTip titled "Billy Joel's Car," which has Corbin Bernsen attached.
Andrew Bellware of Pandora's Machine has hired InkTip scribe Bruce Frigeri to write an original sci-fi script. Bellware discovered Frigeri on InkTip and contacted him after reading his action/sci-fi script "Renegade Robot." The new script is tentatively titled "Alien Revenge" and is slated to start production in the Spring of 2010. "'Alien Revenge' fits perfectly into our business model," said producer Bellware. "I loved the pacing and steady ratcheting of
Andrew Bellware of Pandora's Machine has hired InkTip scribe Bruce Frigeri to write an original sci-fi script. Bellware discovered Frigeri on InkTip and contacted him after reading his action/sci-fi script "Renegade Robot." The new script is tentatively titled "Alien Revenge" and is slated to start production in the Spring of 2010. "'Alien Revenge' fits perfectly into our business model," said producer Bellware. "I loved the pacing and steady ratcheting of tension that 'Renegade Robot' has and felt that Bruce would be a perfect fit as a writer for what we want to accomplish with our next feature." Pandora has a growing reputation for producing quality sci-fi. Earlier releases include "Millennium Crisis" and "Solar Vengeance." A feature script they found on InkTip, "Clonehunter," is currently in post-production. In addition to his previous writing assignments and theatrical background, writer Frigeri was also an executive producer on 2008's "Fear House."
Nasser Entertainment Group Hires Glen Gregory Doyle
Nov 5, 2009
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired InkTip scribe Glen Gregory Doyle to pen a 1-hour drama pilot titled "Tracker" after discovering him on the site. Nasser is putting together scripts to fill an order for six pilots for his client, and of course browsing sample scripts on InkTip is easier than wading through query letters. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired InkTip scribe Glen Gregory Doyle to pen a 1-hour drama pilot titled "Tracker" after discovering him on the site. Nasser is putting together scripts to fill an order for six pilots for his client, and of course browsing sample scripts on InkTip is easier than wading through query letters. Joe Nasser already has a long list of films to his credit including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. One of his recent titles includes "Christmas Crash," starring Michael Madsen (which was discovered on InkTip and featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine). Glen Doyle is a seasoned martial arts instructor who brings his knowledge to the screen as an action writer. He has four produced features credits to his resume already, and this is his first hire through InkTip.
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Bad Blood" by InkTip scribe Eric Weinstock after discovering him on the site. Robert, who is based in Denmark, was looking for a character-driven script with a strong documentary feel that could be shot there with a Danish director & crew but with an American cast for a wide international audience, all of which Eric's script met! Robert has a heavy documentary and
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Bad Blood" by InkTip scribe Eric Weinstock after discovering him on the site. Robert, who is based in Denmark, was looking for a character-driven script with a strong documentary feel that could be shot there with a Danish director & crew but with an American cast for a wide international audience, all of which Eric's script met! Robert has a heavy documentary and television background in Europe. This is Eric's second option.
InkTip Short "Suffer the Child" Completes Production
Nov 5, 2009
Scribe Melvin Johnson has optioned his short script "Suffer the Child" to Nancy Criss. The short, found on InkTip, has completed production. Nancy is a producer and director whose credits include the TV show "Star Child: The Chosen One," "On the Road Weekly," and "A Dragon's Tale." This is Melvin's first script sale as he only started writing about two years ago.
Scribe Melvin Johnson has optioned his short script "Suffer the Child" to Nancy Criss. The short, found on InkTip, has completed production. Nancy is a producer and director whose credits include the TV show "Star Child: The Chosen One," "On the Road Weekly," and "A Dragon's Tale." This is Melvin's first script sale as he only started writing about two years ago.
Glen Powell at Penlight Films is buying the short script "The Signal" from scribe N.J. Reese. The short was discovered on InkTip. N.J. Reese recently optioned his TV pilot "Jake in Flux" to Trancas International, also through InkTip. We expect to hear more good news about possible deals for N.J. in the future.
Glen Powell at Penlight Films is buying the short script "The Signal" from scribe N.J. Reese. The short was discovered on InkTip. N.J. Reese recently optioned his TV pilot "Jake in Flux" to Trancas International, also through InkTip. We expect to hear more good news about possible deals for N.J. in the future.
Roma Roth of Reel World Management recently discovered InkTip writer Luis Cruz through the InkTip Magazine and has signed to represent him as his manager. We send a magazine out in hardcover and PDF format every other month with an organized catalog of select loglines and titles from the InkTip website along with a poster for a completed film found through InkTip gracing the front cover. Roma Roth, a
Roma Roth of Reel World Management recently discovered InkTip writer Luis Cruz through the InkTip Magazine and has signed to represent him as his manager. We send a magazine out in hardcover and PDF format every other month with an organized catalog of select loglines and titles from the InkTip website along with a poster for a completed film found through InkTip gracing the front cover. Roma Roth, a producer and manager and member of InkTip since 2000, is representing a number of high profile clients and projects including the feature adaptation of the comic book "The Phantom," which is currently being packaged by CAA. Luis Cruz has had four feature screenplays optioned to date through InkTip, including one by the Nasser Entertainment Group titled "Christmas Crash" starring Michael Madsen, which will air on television in the US early next year.
InkTip Scribe Alessio Della Valle Gains Representation
Oct 29, 2009
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films has discovered InkTip writer/director Alessio Della Valle on the site. Alexia is a long-time InkTip fan who reps international writers, directors and other producers, as well as produces feature films through her production entity, Little Studio Films. After looking at Alessio's body of work, she quickly signed him and is now representing him as a manager. Her upcoming production credits include
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films has discovered InkTip writer/director Alessio Della Valle on the site. Alexia is a long-time InkTip fan who reps international writers, directors and other producers, as well as produces feature films through her production entity, Little Studio Films. After looking at Alessio's body of work, she quickly signed him and is now representing him as a manager. Her upcoming production credits include "Remember Their Names," to be directed by Emmy-nominated Mimi Leder ("Pay it Forward," "Deep Impact"), and "Sunset Riders," to be directed by her client, Damon O' Steen, which is currently in casting. Alessio is a multi-talented writer/director hailing from Florence, Italy, who has studied filmmaking with world-renowned directors, Bernardo Bertolucci and Costa-Gavras, among others. He was awarded the Fulbright/Sergio Corbucci Scholarship, which is only given to one film director in Italy.
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the feature script "Until Death" by scribe Jake Helgren after discovering it on InkTip. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje'" in addition to both producing and hosting the current TV series, "On the Road Weekly," is scheduling a production date of "Until Death" for early 2010. Currently, Nandar Entertainment is in production on a short script recently
Nancy Criss of Nandar Entertainment has optioned the feature script "Until Death" by scribe Jake Helgren after discovering it on InkTip. Criss, who has produced the features "Fear House" and "Manje'" in addition to both producing and hosting the current TV series, "On the Road Weekly," is scheduling a production date of "Until Death" for early 2010. Currently, Nandar Entertainment is in production on a short script recently found on InkTip. For writer Helgren, this is his fourth option and second through InkTip.
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films Inc optioned "Jungle to Jungle" from New Zealand-based InkTip scribe Bill Frey-Mclean. Susan needed a script with specific elements, and although Bill happened to live in a remote location, they were still able to connect through InkTip. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios and the New Media Film Festival.
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films Inc optioned "Jungle to Jungle" from New Zealand-based InkTip scribe Bill Frey-Mclean. Susan needed a script with specific elements, and although Bill happened to live in a remote location, they were still able to connect through InkTip. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios and the New Media Film Festival. Bill has been hired and optioned in the past (previous credits include the feature biopic "Pither"), but this is his first option through InkTip.
386 Films has optioned the short "Hair of the Dog," written by Frazer Lee, after producer Joops Fragale saw the project on InkTip. This is the third script 386 Films has found on InkTip. While working on commercial projects, the company was looking for a small project that was ready to go. Luckily, they came across Frazer's short. They look forward to the challenge and raising
386 Films has optioned the short "Hair of the Dog," written by Frazer Lee, after producer Joops Fragale saw the project on InkTip. This is the third script 386 Films has found on InkTip. While working on commercial projects, the company was looking for a small project that was ready to go. Luckily, they came across Frazer's short. They look forward to the challenge and raising the bar for an exciting and entertaining project. Frazer is the writer/director of award-winning short horror films "On Edge" and "Red Lines," both starring Doug Bradley (Pinhead from "Hellraiser"). He also directed the commercial campaign for "True Horror with Anthony Head" (of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" fame) for Discovery Channel.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired InkTip scribe Glenn Lindsey to pen an as-of-yet untitled 1-hour pilot after meeting him on the site. Nasser needed writers with original voices to help him fill an order for six pilots, and of course searching for writers in specific genres on InkTip is always easier than the old fashioned method of wading through query letters. Joe Nasser already
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired InkTip scribe Glenn Lindsey to pen an as-of-yet untitled 1-hour pilot after meeting him on the site. Nasser needed writers with original voices to help him fill an order for six pilots, and of course searching for writers in specific genres on InkTip is always easier than the old fashioned method of wading through query letters. Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. One of his recent titles includes "Christmas Crash," starring Michael Madsen (which was discovered on InkTip and featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine). A theatrically trained writer, this is Glenn Lindsey’s first hire through InkTip.
Los Angeles, CA., October 22, 2009.
Director Carlos Ramos Jr. and Executive Producer Carlton Hickman of Tainted Films along with Illuminary Pictures are now shooting “Kill Katie Malone,” a script found through screenplay facilitation company InkTip (www.inktip.com). The script was written by Mark Onspaugh and was discovered by Ramos through InkTip this past August. The project was financed, packaged and scheduled in just three months; principle photography commenced last week and
Los Angeles, CA., October 22, 2009.
Director Carlos Ramos Jr. and Executive Producer Carlton Hickman of Tainted Films along with Illuminary Pictures are now shooting “Kill Katie Malone,” a script found through screenplay facilitation company InkTip (www.inktip.com). The script was written by Mark Onspaugh and was discovered by Ramos through InkTip this past August. The project was financed, packaged and scheduled in just three months; principle photography commenced last week and has already attracted distribution offers, but has yet to sign a deal.
Masiela Lusha (of Sony's "Blood: The Last Vampire" and the “George Lopez” show), Dean Cain ("Hidden Camera," “Lois & Clark”), Nick Hogan (of VH1's "Hogan Knows Best"), and Stephen Coletti (of Newline's "Normal Adolescent Behavior") fill out the cast for this picture. Mark Onspaugh’s previous work includes co-writing the Newline cult zombedy "Flight of the Living Dead," and has garnered a bevy of options through InkTip already. Director Carlos Ramos has several projects past and future and is an alum of the ABC/Touchstone Production Fellowship.
derBall Films Options "Me and a Gun"
Mario Domina with ThunderBall Films, LLC discovered another script on InkTip recently. Titled "Me and a Gun," by Martin Jagodzinski, it’s the story of a young female journalist who’s kidnapped and held hostage in Rio de Janeiro while investigating a series of violent crimes. Interestingly enough, this was a script Mario had already read and optioned many years ago, but the option had lapsed
derBall Films Options "Me and a Gun"
Mario Domina with ThunderBall Films, LLC discovered another script on InkTip recently. Titled "Me and a Gun," by Martin Jagodzinski, it’s the story of a young female journalist who’s kidnapped and held hostage in Rio de Janeiro while investigating a series of violent crimes. Interestingly enough, this was a script Mario had already read and optioned many years ago, but the option had lapsed – so when he saw it on InkTip last month, re-written, more commercial, better and ready to go – he contacted the writer and picked it up again. ThunderBall Films is currently in Pre-production on its feature indie project "The Beautiful Outsiders," with Corey Feldman attached, as well as "Empress of Ireland," a documentary feature.
Erika Furuzono of Delaware Pictures has optioned “Path of the Dragon” from scribe Matthew Altman after discovering it on InkTip. Erika, who will be producing this under her company, “Angel Dust Productions,” last produced the thriller feature “Dreamkiller,” which stars Dario Deak of “Universal Soldiers,” John Savage of “Deerhunter” and “Hair,” and Tyrone Power, Jr. “Path of the Dragon,” is the third script Matthew has optioned.
Erika Furuzono of Delaware Pictures has optioned “Path of the Dragon” from scribe Matthew Altman after discovering it on InkTip. Erika, who will be producing this under her company, “Angel Dust Productions,” last produced the thriller feature “Dreamkiller,” which stars Dario Deak of “Universal Soldiers,” John Savage of “Deerhunter” and “Hair,” and Tyrone Power, Jr. “Path of the Dragon,” is the third script Matthew has optioned.
"The Wedding Video" Gets Limited Home Video Release
Oct 22, 2009
Linda Palmer with Runaway Productions recently informed us that her feature film "The Wedding Video" (from a script she discovered on InkTip by Scriptapalooza-winning writer Chris Pentzell) will also soon be available in wedding related businesses. In January 2010, with wedding season fully underway and tens of thousands of brides spending fortunes on dresses and services, a DVD about a couple’s nuptials being saved by a wedding videographer is like
Linda Palmer with Runaway Productions recently informed us that her feature film "The Wedding Video" (from a script she discovered on InkTip by Scriptapalooza-winning writer Chris Pentzell) will also soon be available in wedding related businesses. In January 2010, with wedding season fully underway and tens of thousands of brides spending fortunes on dresses and services, a DVD about a couple’s nuptials being saved by a wedding videographer is like candy in the checkout aisle. If you'd like to order a copy of the film or submit a funny wedding video of your own to Serendipity Pictures' "The Funniest Wedding Video" contest (or apply to be a judge), look up "The Wedding Video" on Facebook.
William R. Greenblatt of New Symphony Pictures has optioned the feature script "The Angel Tree" by scribe Marissa Jo Cerar after discovering it on InkTip. Greenblatt, who runs New Symphony/Symphony and produced “Warbirds” and "Pucked" (Cary Elwes, Jon Bon Jovi), also produced "Home of the Giants" (Haley Joel Osmont, Danielle Panabaker), which is scheduled for release in 2010. Producer Kat Green, who also has a background in songwriting, composing and
William R. Greenblatt of New Symphony Pictures has optioned the feature script "The Angel Tree" by scribe Marissa Jo Cerar after discovering it on InkTip. Greenblatt, who runs New Symphony/Symphony and produced “Warbirds” and "Pucked" (Cary Elwes, Jon Bon Jovi), also produced "Home of the Giants" (Haley Joel Osmont, Danielle Panabaker), which is scheduled for release in 2010. Producer Kat Green, who also has a background in songwriting, composing and supervising soundtracks for major feature films, is developing the script for New Symphony. According to Greenblatt, the writer, Cerar, had a “smart, funny, heartwarming script” that was a good fit for their production slate. "The Angel Tree" centers on an orphan looking for a home during the holidays, only to be accidentally adopted by a self-absorbed PR exec.
Thomas Lockridge and Jeff Day of Lucky Day Studios, LLC have optioned the feature script "Morpheus" by scribe Jennifer Hawkins after discovering it on InkTip. Lucky Day Studios, LLC is completing the upcoming feature "Unrequited," starring Michael Welch from "Twilight," Sarah Habel from "Whip It" and David Keith from "An Officer and a Gentleman." According to Lockridge, "Morpheus" is a script that "meets the criteria we placed in our call
Thomas Lockridge and Jeff Day of Lucky Day Studios, LLC have optioned the feature script "Morpheus" by scribe Jennifer Hawkins after discovering it on InkTip. Lucky Day Studios, LLC is completing the upcoming feature "Unrequited," starring Michael Welch from "Twilight," Sarah Habel from "Whip It" and David Keith from "An Officer and a Gentleman." According to Lockridge, "Morpheus" is a script that "meets the criteria we placed in our call for scripts with a small cast of rich characters, few locations, and touches on the important social issue of racism." The story deals with how an African-American prodigy athlete struggles to overcome racism and violence in the South during the early 1960's.
Chane Singletary with BlackBird Pictures discovered Keisha Orphey’s short script "Cane River" on InkTip and hired her to develop a feature-length version of the project. The story is literally based on an idea Keisha had while driving home from work one day in Louisiana, and since exchanging pictures of the locations and working on the feature outline together, Chane is planning on shooting the project in Keisha’s hometown.
Chane Singletary with BlackBird Pictures discovered Keisha Orphey’s short script "Cane River" on InkTip and hired her to develop a feature-length version of the project. The story is literally based on an idea Keisha had while driving home from work one day in Louisiana, and since exchanging pictures of the locations and working on the feature outline together, Chane is planning on shooting the project in Keisha’s hometown. This is Keisha’s first option through InkTip.
Lucy Fazely has been working with Lee Sacks on rewrites of Lucy’s short script "Roadkill Romance." The short was discovered on InkTip. Lee Sack’s first short, "Grief Assurance," was a semi-finalist in the Action/Cut Short Film Competition. Lee also produced the short film “Little Odessa”with writer/director Natan Moss, starring Luke Edwards. The film is out to festivals for consideration.
Lucy Fazely has been working with Lee Sacks on rewrites of Lucy’s short script "Roadkill Romance." The short was discovered on InkTip. Lee Sack’s first short, "Grief Assurance," was a semi-finalist in the Action/Cut Short Film Competition. Lee also produced the short film “Little Odessa”with writer/director Natan Moss, starring Luke Edwards. The film is out to festivals for consideration.
Rob Neilson with Etch Media optioned "The Eleven," a feature thriller from InkTip scribe Troy Taylor, after discovering it on the site. This is the second script picked up by Vancouver-based Neilson through InkTip as he builds a slate to follow up after the premiere of his latest feature, "The Thaw," an action/thriller starring Val Kilmer which comes out on DVD today. (Horror/thriller fans, look it up on
Rob Neilson with Etch Media optioned "The Eleven," a feature thriller from InkTip scribe Troy Taylor, after discovering it on the site. This is the second script picked up by Vancouver-based Neilson through InkTip as he builds a slate to follow up after the premiere of his latest feature, "The Thaw," an action/thriller starring Val Kilmer which comes out on DVD today. (Horror/thriller fans, look it up on Netflix and add it to your DVD queue!) Writer Troy Taylor is no stranger to the festival circuit; he won a free script listing on InkTip after winning the Gold Prize at the Page International Screenwriting Awards, and this year landed the Grand Prize in the Script PIMP Screenwriting Competition. Although this is his first option, we expect you'll be seeing his name again soon.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired Toby Osborne to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering the writer on InkTip. Nasser needed writers with original voices to help him fill an order for six pilots, and since he's found and produced a number of projects off InkTip already, it was his logical first stop. Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired Toby Osborne to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering the writer on InkTip. Nasser needed writers with original voices to help him fill an order for six pilots, and since he's found and produced a number of projects off InkTip already, it was his logical first stop. Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. One of his recent titles includes "Christmas Crash," starring Michael Madsen ("Kill Bill," "Reservoir Dogs") and Alexandra Paul ("Baywatch Hawaii"). This isn't Toby's first industry assignment, but it's his first hire through InkTip, so we're excited for him.
InkTip Scribe Tony Aloupis Establishes Ongoing Relationship with Village Entertainment
Oct 8, 2009
Rotimi Rainwater with Village Entertainment emailed us recently to fill us in his relationship with Tony Aloupis, a writer he discovered on InkTip. You might remember reading about this in the trades, Rotimi originally discovered and optioned one of Aloupis' scripts on InkTip titled "Truckstop." He went on to produce and direct the film with Rachel Miner and Mimi Rogers in the lead roles, and with the assistance
Rotimi Rainwater with Village Entertainment emailed us recently to fill us in his relationship with Tony Aloupis, a writer he discovered on InkTip. You might remember reading about this in the trades, Rotimi originally discovered and optioned one of Aloupis' scripts on InkTip titled "Truckstop." He went on to produce and direct the film with Rachel Miner and Mimi Rogers in the lead roles, and with the assistance of Graham Taylor at Endeavor Independent handling financing and distribution. Rotimi has since put together or gotten hired on to a number of different projects with Tony, including "The Meaning of Life," a documentary about the eponymous philosophical conundrum, "Conversations with Andy," a documentary/biopic about the life of Andy Warhol, and "Black Samurai," a reworking of the 1970's graphic novel, and blaxploitation film of the same name. Tony Aloupis is also serving as an Executive Producer on "The Meaning of Life," proving that directors can not only find scripts, but writers and partners through InkTip.
"Beautifully Cruel" Premieres at the Downbeach Film Festival in Atlantic City
Oct 8, 2009
"Beautifully Cruel," an InkTip-facilitated independent feature film, will be premiering at the Atlantic City Resorts Hotel and Casino on October 17. "Beautifully Cruel" was produced and directed by Tony Picciotti of Any 5 Films, and written by veteran InkTip scribe Sheri Tor. Be sure to catch the premiere on October 17 at 1PM if you're attending the Downbeach Film Festival this year.
"Beautifully Cruel," an InkTip-facilitated independent feature film, will be premiering at the Atlantic City Resorts Hotel and Casino on October 17. "Beautifully Cruel" was produced and directed by Tony Picciotti of Any 5 Films, and written by veteran InkTip scribe Sheri Tor. Be sure to catch the premiere on October 17 at 1PM if you're attending the Downbeach Film Festival this year.
William R. Greenblatt of New Symphony Pictures has optioned the feature script "If I Were You" by scribe Greg Rempel after discovering it on InkTip. Greenblatt, who runs New Symphony/Symphony and produced "Warbirds" and "Pucked" (Cary Elwes, Jon Bon Jovi), also produced 2007's "Home of the Giants" (Haley Joel Osmont, Danielle Panabaker). Producer Kat Green is developing the script for New Symphony. For writer Rempel, this is
William R. Greenblatt of New Symphony Pictures has optioned the feature script "If I Were You" by scribe Greg Rempel after discovering it on InkTip. Greenblatt, who runs New Symphony/Symphony and produced "Warbirds" and "Pucked" (Cary Elwes, Jon Bon Jovi), also produced 2007's "Home of the Giants" (Haley Joel Osmont, Danielle Panabaker). Producer Kat Green is developing the script for New Symphony. For writer Rempel, this is his third option.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired Mischa Ayoub to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering the writer on InkTip. Nasser needed top notch writers he could assign to various series for a television deal he recently landed, and since he's found and produced a number of projects off InkTip already, it was his logical first stop. This latest pilot script is titled "Public Enemy #1."
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has hired Mischa Ayoub to pen a one-hour pilot after discovering the writer on InkTip. Nasser needed top notch writers he could assign to various series for a television deal he recently landed, and since he's found and produced a number of projects off InkTip already, it was his logical first stop. This latest pilot script is titled "Public Enemy #1." Joe Nasser already has a prolific list of credits on his resume including over ten independent features produced or released in the last year alone. One of his recent titles includes "Christmas Crash," starring Michael Madsen ("Kill Bill," "Reservoir Dogs") and Alexandra Paul ("Baywatch Hawaii"). This is Mischa's third option through InkTip alone.
Mark Rodriguez with MDR Entertainment has entered into an agreement with InkTip writer M.C. Cain, whose work Mark discovered on InkTip late last year, to develop an entire series of films based on Cain's "Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures" novels. There are four completed titles, with a fifth currently in the works. The Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures originally started as a home school project nearly 20 years ago. Initiated
Mark Rodriguez with MDR Entertainment has entered into an agreement with InkTip writer M.C. Cain, whose work Mark discovered on InkTip late last year, to develop an entire series of films based on Cain's "Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures" novels. There are four completed titles, with a fifth currently in the works. The Spooner Brothers Mystery Adventures originally started as a home school project nearly 20 years ago. Initiated by his wife Cyndi for their pre-teen sons, this franchise could probably best be pitched as "The Hardy Boys" meets "Indiana Jones" with a supernatural/fantasy thriller twist. And they were perfect for Mark Rodriguez ("No Rules" and "Payback"), who was looking for something for a family audience to take to his contacts. One of Mark's other projects well underway and in consideration with a major domestic cable network is "Dorsai," a sci-fi adventure series based on the classic best-selling novel (which was also discovered on InkTip).
Producer Gregory Torillo of Sweet Edge Films found "Poker Night" on InkTip and has entered an option agreement with writer Paul Jaworsky. They are currently in the process of pre-production.
Producer Gregory Torillo of Sweet Edge Films found "Poker Night" on InkTip and has entered an option agreement with writer Paul Jaworsky. They are currently in the process of pre-production.
"My Run", an InkTip facilitated feature documentary, will World Premiere at the 16th Austin Film Festival during the week of October 22nd to October 29th. Produced by Tim VandeSteeg of Indiewood Pictures and Mark Castaldo of Destiny Pictures, directed by VandeSteeg, and written by InkTip scribe Kim Pederson, "My Run" documents the story of real-life Forrest Gump, Terry Hitchcock, who ran 75 marathons in 75 consecutive days to bring
"My Run", an InkTip facilitated feature documentary, will World Premiere at the 16th Austin Film Festival during the week of October 22nd to October 29th. Produced by Tim VandeSteeg of Indiewood Pictures and Mark Castaldo of Destiny Pictures, directed by VandeSteeg, and written by InkTip scribe Kim Pederson, "My Run" documents the story of real-life Forrest Gump, Terry Hitchcock, who ran 75 marathons in 75 consecutive days to bring awareness to single parent families after losing his wife to breast cancer. The film is narrated by Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton. "My Run" is a documentary with heart from the Heartland that highlights an "everyman" hero we need more of in our world. Be sure to catch the world premiere Friday October 23rd at 9:30 PM at the Rollins Theater in the Long Center or Performing Arts. Single tickets are available at the venue 30 minutes prior to show time. A second screening of "My Run" will be on Monday October 26 at 9:15 at the Rollins Theater in the Long Center of Performing Arts. Website: www.Facebook.com/MyRunMovie | Twitter @ MyRunMovie
iMark Films Publicly Screens InkTip Short “Masculinity”
Oct 1, 2009
"Masculinity", a short film facilitated by InkTip, will screen on October 7th in Manhattan, NY as part of the New Filmmakers Fall Schedule Screening Series of shorts films. The short script was written by InkTip scribe Danny Palumbo and directed by Mark Cabaroy of iMark Films. It was produced by Cabaroy and Edward Washington. Maria Rusolo executive produced along with associate producers Darrick Robinson and Letitia Edwards.
"Masculinity", a short film facilitated by InkTip, will screen on October 7th in Manhattan, NY as part of the New Filmmakers Fall Schedule Screening Series of shorts films. The short script was written by InkTip scribe Danny Palumbo and directed by Mark Cabaroy of iMark Films. It was produced by Cabaroy and Edward Washington. Maria Rusolo executive produced along with associate producers Darrick Robinson and Letitia Edwards. The film stars Merritt Reid and Ilan Srulovicz.
Tommy Oliver with Black Squirrel Films has optioned “A Time To Cry” by Dean Storm after finding it on InkTip. “A Time To Cry” is a heartwarming story about two couples, lesbian and gay, and the dynamics that come into play when one of them decides to have a child. Tommy Oliver, an award-winning commercial director, has worked on a dozen short films in just the last three
Tommy Oliver with Black Squirrel Films has optioned “A Time To Cry” by Dean Storm after finding it on InkTip. “A Time To Cry” is a heartwarming story about two couples, lesbian and gay, and the dynamics that come into play when one of them decides to have a child. Tommy Oliver, an award-winning commercial director, has worked on a dozen short films in just the last three years while gearing up for this project. Dean Storm, meanwhile, is a UCLA-trained screenwriter with nine other spec scripts available on InkTip. This is his second option and his first through InkTip.
Farnaz Samiinia with Walla Films discovered the feature script “Forbidden Hallways” by InkTip writer Lloyd Wagner on the site and has hired him to develop the property. Farnaz, whose credits include “Plot 7” and the upcoming Dominique Swain project “Kill Me!” has worked in a number of different capacities in film and television and already found a few projects on InkTip for her directing slate. Wagner, meanwhile, has
Farnaz Samiinia with Walla Films discovered the feature script “Forbidden Hallways” by InkTip writer Lloyd Wagner on the site and has hired him to develop the property. Farnaz, whose credits include “Plot 7” and the upcoming Dominique Swain project “Kill Me!” has worked in a number of different capacities in film and television and already found a few projects on InkTip for her directing slate. Wagner, meanwhile, has had a number of options through InkTip, one of which led to him being hired as a development executive for Twilight Entertainment. This is his second assignment with Farnaz, who previously hired him to pen the feature script “On The Train.”
Alexia Melocchi Reps InkTip Screenwriter Michael Eging
Sep 24, 2009
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films has discovered Michael Eging through InkTip. He initially queried her after seeing her name in the InkTip newsletter so many times, but her standard policy is to ask writers who are seeking representation whether they have a script on InkTip already because, frankly, it’s a lot easier to log in and view the script online than it is to reply to a query
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films has discovered Michael Eging through InkTip. He initially queried her after seeing her name in the InkTip newsletter so many times, but her standard policy is to ask writers who are seeking representation whether they have a script on InkTip already because, frankly, it’s a lot easier to log in and view the script online than it is to reply to a query letter. So when he said yes, she checked out his work and realized he had the sort of material her clients were looking for. She quickly signed him and is now representing him as a manager. Alexia Melocchi is a Literary Manager and Producer and long-time InkTip fan who reps writers, directors and other producers. Her upcoming production credits include "Remember Their Names," which is to be directed by Mimi Leder (“The Peacemaker”), and "Stalking Simone Le Bon" which is to be directed by Jim Fall (“The Lizzie McGuire Movie”).
Brian Averill Discovers InkTip Scribe Patrick Hegarty
Sep 17, 2009
Director Brian Averill discovered "Flower of Fire" by Patrick Hegarty on InkTip. His manager, Mark Heidelberger at Treasure Entertainment, summed up how easy it was: "Brian was simply browsing the InkTip site, liked the logline, saw the script had placed well in some contests, and once we determined it would be a good fit for Brian, we made contact with Patrick's manager at Madhouse Entertainment to do a deal." Some
Director Brian Averill discovered "Flower of Fire" by Patrick Hegarty on InkTip. His manager, Mark Heidelberger at Treasure Entertainment, summed up how easy it was: "Brian was simply browsing the InkTip site, liked the logline, saw the script had placed well in some contests, and once we determined it would be a good fit for Brian, we made contact with Patrick's manager at Madhouse Entertainment to do a deal." Some of Brian Averill's previous directing credits include Mainline Releasing's "Simple Revenge" and Lionsgate's "Ghetto Dawg." Patrick Hegarty, meanwhile, has worked as a video game writer for the past ten years, penning the scripts for such titles as "Ghostbusters," "Ratatouille," "Eragon," and many more. This is his first feature length spec script to gain a serious attachment, and we're excited as he and Brian work on getting this film made!
Facé of Face2Face Productions has optioned the feature script "Paranormal" by scribe Mark Daniels after discovering it through InkTip. This is the second feature optioned by Face2Face Productions through InkTip in the last month. Facé, who is also a Talent Manager under Face2Face Entertainment representing actors and above-the-line personnel, found a compelling script by Mark, who has now optioned three feature scripts in the last year, with two of them
Facé of Face2Face Productions has optioned the feature script "Paranormal" by scribe Mark Daniels after discovering it through InkTip. This is the second feature optioned by Face2Face Productions through InkTip in the last month. Facé, who is also a Talent Manager under Face2Face Entertainment representing actors and above-the-line personnel, found a compelling script by Mark, who has now optioned three feature scripts in the last year, with two of them on their way through production.
Robert Fox Options Eric Weinstock's "Extreme Malice"
Sep 17, 2009
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Extreme Malice" by scribe Eric Weinstock after finding him on InkTip. Robert, who is based in Demark, was looking for a character-driven script with a strong documentary feel that could be shot there with a Danish director & crew but with an American cast for a wide international audience, all of which Eric's script met! Robert has a heavy documentary and
Robert Fox of Fox Media has optioned "Extreme Malice" by scribe Eric Weinstock after finding him on InkTip. Robert, who is based in Demark, was looking for a character-driven script with a strong documentary feel that could be shot there with a Danish director & crew but with an American cast for a wide international audience, all of which Eric's script met! Robert has a heavy documentary and television background in Europe. This is Eric's first option.
Ron Gwiazda and Amy Wagner with the New York officeof Abrams Artists Agency have signed yet another InkTip writer! Amy tends to find the best writers on InkTip, but in this case, Amy was the one discovered on InkTip when manager Marcello Robinson, owner and CEO of 777 Entertainment Group, saw her name on the InkTip successes page. So he called InkTip, spoke with a Membership Executive about Abrams Artists'
Ron Gwiazda and Amy Wagner with the New York officeof Abrams Artists Agency have signed yet another InkTip writer! Amy tends to find the best writers on InkTip, but in this case, Amy was the one discovered on InkTip when manager Marcello Robinson, owner and CEO of 777 Entertainment Group, saw her name on the InkTip successes page. So he called InkTip, spoke with a Membership Executive about Abrams Artists' mandate, and arranged an introduction for his writer, David Lopresti. Amy Wagner is one of our favorite members, as you can no doubt tell from the 2-minute video featuring an animated version of her on the InkTip homepage. And Marcello Robinson, who’s been an InkTip member for many years now, has already discovered a bunch of talented writers on the site.
Jeff Belkin with Foremost Films has signed yet another writer from InkTip. The latest discovery is Canadian scribe Brant Hughes, whose scripts "Sheattle" and "Visceral" caught Belkin's eye. Jeff worked as a literary manager/director of development with Mad Hatter Films and then as a producer with Double Nickel Entertainment ("Gran Torino") before striking out on his own as a literary manager. He currently has a dozen client projects
Jeff Belkin with Foremost Films has signed yet another writer from InkTip. The latest discovery is Canadian scribe Brant Hughes, whose scripts "Sheattle" and "Visceral" caught Belkin's eye. Jeff worked as a literary manager/director of development with Mad Hatter Films and then as a producer with Double Nickel Entertainment ("Gran Torino") before striking out on his own as a literary manager. He currently has a dozen client projects with the likes of Echo Lake, Humble Journey, Mandalay and others attached/packaging them. After being shopped around town and becoming one of the hottest specs out this spring, Hughes' "Visceral" has drawn the interest of two major production companies. However, "Sheattle" remains available.
Scott Thomas of Pacific Entertainment Group has hired one of his favorite writers, Mark Onspaugh, onto yet another project. Onspaugh, who co-wrote the New Line Cinema-distributed "Flight of the Living Dead" with Scott Thomas a few years ago, is now working with Scott on his latest project, the thriller "Glass Fortress." Some of Scott’s other projects include the award-winning "Deranged," also known as "Anacardium," and "Double Indiana," a
Scott Thomas of Pacific Entertainment Group has hired one of his favorite writers, Mark Onspaugh, onto yet another project. Onspaugh, who co-wrote the New Line Cinema-distributed "Flight of the Living Dead" with Scott Thomas a few years ago, is now working with Scott on his latest project, the thriller "Glass Fortress." Some of Scott’s other projects include the award-winning "Deranged," also known as "Anacardium," and "Double Indiana," a script he optioned through InkTip just recently. Interestingly enough, "Glass Fortress" wasn’t written by Mark Onspaugh, it was just a spec script Scott liked which needed the attention of a writer like Onspaugh. This is now officially Mark Onspaugh's sixth InkTip success.
Daniel Zirilli Hires Multiple InkTip Scribes For MMA Features
Sep 10, 2009
Director Daniel Zirilli has hired several InkTip writers to collaborate and draft screenplays for a series of MMA (mixed martial arts) feature films he will be directing. We’re proud to announce that the first one, "Locked Down," is in production in New Orleans! "Locked Down" is based on a story by Bobby Mort, with a screenplay by D Glase Lomond and Zirilli himself. This will be the 5th film produced
Director Daniel Zirilli has hired several InkTip writers to collaborate and draft screenplays for a series of MMA (mixed martial arts) feature films he will be directing. We’re proud to announce that the first one, "Locked Down," is in production in New Orleans! "Locked Down" is based on a story by Bobby Mort, with a screenplay by D Glase Lomond and Zirilli himself. This will be the 5th film produced from Zirilli/Lomond collaborations and, according to Zirilli, "the first of many" Bobby Mort scripts/projects to be produced. Zirilli has also hired Mort to write an action project for actress Bai Ling, and they are working on several others to be announced in the future.
Gary French Completes Production on "Invalid Directive"
Sep 10, 2009
Gary French has completed production on the short film "Invalid Directive" written by Matias Caruso and found on InkTip. It was shot in Waco, TX and will be sent out to festivals soon. The film stars stars Zack Emerson, Vivianna Chan and Charlie Patton.
Gary French has completed production on the short film "Invalid Directive" written by Matias Caruso and found on InkTip. It was shot in Waco, TX and will be sent out to festivals soon. The film stars stars Zack Emerson, Vivianna Chan and Charlie Patton.
Antibody Films Options Michael Brody and Jeff Kingery Script
Sep 3, 2009
Jesse Lawler of Antibody Films optioned the feature sports script "NBA/MIA: The John Brisker Story" from InkTip scribes Michael Brody and Jeff Kingery after discovering it through the site. Jesse was impressed by the script's authenticity which is due in part to Kingery's "voice." For 11 years he was the play-by-play broadcaster for the Denver Nuggets and presently can be heard calling the action for the Colorado Rockies. The
Jesse Lawler of Antibody Films optioned the feature sports script "NBA/MIA: The John Brisker Story" from InkTip scribes Michael Brody and Jeff Kingery after discovering it through the site. Jesse was impressed by the script's authenticity which is due in part to Kingery's "voice." For 11 years he was the play-by-play broadcaster for the Denver Nuggets and presently can be heard calling the action for the Colorado Rockies. The script is based on the life of pro basketball all-star John Brisker, who was blacklisted by the NBA, and who subsequently disappeared in Uganda under Idi Amin's rule. This sort of story is a natural next step for Jesse Lawler, who recently completed "Dead Air" with Corben Bernsen and who has been working his way up in budgets since starting Antibody Films four years ago. This is Michael Brody's second option through InkTip.
Maurice Davis, an up-and-coming independent producer and proprietor of Burbank-based Maurice Davis Films, has optioned the feature historical script "Palestine" from InkTip writer Suzan Flamm, after discovering it on InkTip. This is the second InkTip-sourced script Maurice Davis has added to his slate, and the one he picked up just a month earlier already has Natalie Canerday ("Sling Blade" and "October Sky") attached, with Nathan Frankowski ("Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed"
Maurice Davis, an up-and-coming independent producer and proprietor of Burbank-based Maurice Davis Films, has optioned the feature historical script "Palestine" from InkTip writer Suzan Flamm, after discovering it on InkTip. This is the second InkTip-sourced script Maurice Davis has added to his slate, and the one he picked up just a month earlier already has Natalie Canerday ("Sling Blade" and "October Sky") attached, with Nathan Frankowski ("Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed" and "Paper or Plastic") set to direct, so he’s moving at quite a quick pace. Interestingly enough, this is not only writer Suzan Flamm's first option, it's her first script!
Facé of Face2Face Productions has optioned the feature "Dumped" by Arturo Armando Cuellar after discovering it on InkTip. This is the first of two features optioned by Face2Face Productions. Facé, who is also a Talent Manager under Face2Face Entertainment representing actors and above-the-line personnel, found a solid romantic-comedy in the multi-ethnic script "Dumped." Arturo has been discovered before on InkTip; currently he is working on an assignment for
Facé of Face2Face Productions has optioned the feature "Dumped" by Arturo Armando Cuellar after discovering it on InkTip. This is the first of two features optioned by Face2Face Productions. Facé, who is also a Talent Manager under Face2Face Entertainment representing actors and above-the-line personnel, found a solid romantic-comedy in the multi-ethnic script "Dumped." Arturo has been discovered before on InkTip; currently he is working on an assignment for another InkTip producer.
Andre' "Paradise" Jamison hired InkTip scribe CJ Johnson to co-write the feature script "Mormon Football," and the comedy is now in pre-production. When Andre' and CJ originally met, CJ told Andre' to view his material on InkTip. Andre' then looked at CJ's script "Conduct Unbecoming" through InkTip and decided to hire him. Andre', whose standup comedy tour takes him around the four-corners and all states in between, including at the
Andre' "Paradise" Jamison hired InkTip scribe CJ Johnson to co-write the feature script "Mormon Football," and the comedy is now in pre-production. When Andre' and CJ originally met, CJ told Andre' to view his material on InkTip. Andre' then looked at CJ's script "Conduct Unbecoming" through InkTip and decided to hire him. Andre', whose standup comedy tour takes him around the four-corners and all states in between, including at the world-famous Laugh Factory in Los Angeles as well as appearing on B.E.T., is being featured in "Mormon Football." CJ, with Hiram Clarke Films in association with Cool Media Productions, also just completed filming a documentary called "From the Ghetto to the Country Club: The Story of Terry Awls," which profiles the first African-American General Manager of a private country club in Toledo, Ohio. If you would like more information about this project, contact InkTip. We hope to see both Andre' and CJ's names announced again as the project completes production.
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has optioned the feature MMA script "Choke Out" from action writer Michael McGuire, after discovering it on the site. Joe Nasser has optioned more scripts from InkTip in the last year than we can easily count, and he's already produced a few, including the recent "Christmas Crash," which was featured on the cover of our magazine. Suffice it to say Nasser makes a
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group has optioned the feature MMA script "Choke Out" from action writer Michael McGuire, after discovering it on the site. Joe Nasser has optioned more scripts from InkTip in the last year than we can easily count, and he's already produced a few, including the recent "Christmas Crash," which was featured on the cover of our magazine. Suffice it to say Nasser makes a lot of movies, and we're looking forward to seeing this one when it's completed. Michael McGuire, a former professional fighter and MMA trainer, specializes in martial arts and action writing.
Blue Pictures Options InkTip a Vincente de Leon Feature
Aug 27, 2009
Sean Hoessli of Code Blue Pictures has optioned the feature script "The Four Horsemen" from writer Vicente de Leon after discovering it on InkTip. Sean, an AFI producing alumni, has a background in VFX production including the upcoming films "Gamer" and "Wizards of Waverly Place," plus the blockbusters "Sin City," "Hellboy," and "Star Wars." Sean previously wrote, produced, and directed the indy film "Lost on the Bohemian Road." He
Sean Hoessli of Code Blue Pictures has optioned the feature script "The Four Horsemen" from writer Vicente de Leon after discovering it on InkTip. Sean, an AFI producing alumni, has a background in VFX production including the upcoming films "Gamer" and "Wizards of Waverly Place," plus the blockbusters "Sin City," "Hellboy," and "Star Wars." Sean previously wrote, produced, and directed the indy film "Lost on the Bohemian Road." He quickly optioned "The Four Horsemen" after first reading it in June. This is Vicente's first option.
Todd Grodnick of Todd Grodnick Productions at Sunset-Gower Studios has hired scribe Ginny Albert after discovering her on InkTip. He first encountered Ginny's work after she had submitted a treatment version of "Which Man," her published, romantic suspense novel. Todd liked her writing style so much that it inspired his conception of the script "Written By." He then assigned Ginny to consult on the script development, which
Todd Grodnick of Todd Grodnick Productions at Sunset-Gower Studios has hired scribe Ginny Albert after discovering her on InkTip. He first encountered Ginny's work after she had submitted a treatment version of "Which Man," her published, romantic suspense novel. Todd liked her writing style so much that it inspired his conception of the script "Written By." He then assigned Ginny to consult on the script development, which focuses on the subject of a person coping with being narcissistic against whom they really are. Ginny's advice to writers is to "continue believing in their product and that someday they will meet someone who has a similar vision."
Nelson Productions Inc Hires InkTip Scribe Linda Shayne
Aug 27, 2009
John Nelson of Nelson Productions Inc has hired InkTip author Linda Shayne to pen the third and final feature film in his slate. His mandate was actually a little tough to fulfill; heading up a commercial production company with decades of experience and a recent bevy of shorts to his credit, John also happens to be the father of about three hundred talented kids, all of whom he wanted
John Nelson of Nelson Productions Inc has hired InkTip author Linda Shayne to pen the third and final feature film in his slate. His mandate was actually a little tough to fulfill; heading up a commercial production company with decades of experience and a recent bevy of shorts to his credit, John also happens to be the father of about three hundred talented kids, all of whom he wanted to cast in a feature which he'd direct and produce for a family audience. But then he joined InkTip where he discovered a bevy of writers with experience writing fantasy and family-friendly material, like Linda Shayne, who has written for Showtime, Disney, Quincy Jones' company QDE and the Kids Warner Brothers Network. This is Linda's third option through InkTip.
Martin Castaneda began pre-production on Diana Kemp-Jones' short "Tidepools." Diana now has her own production company called Shadowland Productions and is involved in adapting a graphic novel into a screenplay, two epic novels into franchises and developing a web series.
Martin Castaneda began pre-production on Diana Kemp-Jones' short "Tidepools." Diana now has her own production company called Shadowland Productions and is involved in adapting a graphic novel into a screenplay, two epic novels into franchises and developing a web series.
Christopher Sergi packaged a script he found on InkTip last year by writer Mark Daniels entitled "The Bystander Effect" and has now attached Elaine Hendrix and Darrin "Dewitt" Henson in the lead roles. Elaine last starred in this year's "Dear Lemon Lima," the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival winner and "Rockslyde" and can be seen next in the supernatural fantasy film "Fading of The Cries." Darrin, who became
Christopher Sergi packaged a script he found on InkTip last year by writer Mark Daniels entitled "The Bystander Effect" and has now attached Elaine Hendrix and Darrin "Dewitt" Henson in the lead roles. Elaine last starred in this year's "Dear Lemon Lima," the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival winner and "Rockslyde" and can be seen next in the supernatural fantasy film "Fading of The Cries." Darrin, who became known after a supporting role for five seasons on Showtime Network's "Soul Food," starred as football legend Jim Brown in 2008's "The Express" and just wrapped on 2009's popular video game franchise turned blockbuster film "Tekken." Chris optioned the script in 2008, then titled "Samaritan," and attached Angela Bettis to helm the supernatural thriller. Angela made her directorial debut on 2006's feature "Roman" (Kristen Bell) after becoming known as an actor in such roles as the eponymous "May" in the 2002 horror film. "The Bystander Effect" centers on an investigative reporter and detective who find themselves not only as spectators, but as participants in a curse they must try to stop. The project is currently seeking co-production partners, so please contact InkTip if you would like more information. Scribe Mark Daniels is currently experiencing much success after another script he optioned is also being cast for production this year.
Pacific Entertainment Group Options "Double Indiana"
Aug 20, 2009
Scott Thomas of Pacific Entertainment Group has optioned "Double Indiana" by scribe David Keith Miller after discovering it on InkTip. Scott first read the script in 2002. After it was under option for several years to another producer, Scott picked up the script as soon as that deal expired and is planning to go to camera at the end of 2009. Scott last directed Pacific Entertainment Group and Imageworks Entertainment's
Scott Thomas of Pacific Entertainment Group has optioned "Double Indiana" by scribe David Keith Miller after discovering it on InkTip. Scott first read the script in 2002. After it was under option for several years to another producer, Scott picked up the script as soon as that deal expired and is planning to go to camera at the end of 2009. Scott last directed Pacific Entertainment Group and Imageworks Entertainment's "Flight of the Living Dead," co-written by InkTip scribe Mark Onspaugh and distributed by New Line Cinema as well as the award-winning "Deranged," also known as "Anacardium." David is a veteran writer who penned "Written in Blood" (Peter Coyote, Michael T. Weiss) and "Time Lapse" (Roy Scheider). What inspired "Double Indiana" was a question David asked himself: "What if Quentin Tarantino had written 'Waiting for Godot?'" According to David, what he ended up with was "neither Tarantino nor Beckett, but it was a hell of a lot of fun to write trying to answer that question."
Producer/Director Carlos Ramos Jr. and Executive Producer Carlton Hickman ("Blood Night") of Tainted Films have optioned "Don't Even Try to Kill Katie Malone" by InkTip writer Mark Onspaugh. Carlos currently has several television series in development and just wrapped a series for CBS titled "The Secret Truth." Mark is no stranger to many InkTip members; his name often appears in the InkTip announcements due to optioning several scripts
Producer/Director Carlos Ramos Jr. and Executive Producer Carlton Hickman ("Blood Night") of Tainted Films have optioned "Don't Even Try to Kill Katie Malone" by InkTip writer Mark Onspaugh. Carlos currently has several television series in development and just wrapped a series for CBS titled "The Secret Truth." Mark is no stranger to many InkTip members; his name often appears in the InkTip announcements due to optioning several scripts in the past year. He co-wrote the 2007 zombedy classic, "Flight of the Living Dead," which was distributed by New Line Cinema.
Gary Rowlands' short script "Death of an Icon" recently was discovered on InkTip by Tucker Riggleman, a media student from Shepherd University in West Virginia. He contacted Gary to ask if Shepherd University could option the script for its Advanced Production summer workshop. The film went into production on June 25th and shooting wrapped in early July. They are currently in postproduction. This isn't Gary's first success through InkTip. He
Gary Rowlands' short script "Death of an Icon" recently was discovered on InkTip by Tucker Riggleman, a media student from Shepherd University in West Virginia. He contacted Gary to ask if Shepherd University could option the script for its Advanced Production summer workshop. The film went into production on June 25th and shooting wrapped in early July. They are currently in postproduction. This isn't Gary's first success through InkTip. He had optioned another short to Showbiz Shorts in 2007. He also was a staff writer on the legendary "Spitting Image" for four years. The show was a satirical sketch show broadcast on national television in the UK. His co-writers included Mark Burton of "Madagascar" and "Wallace & Gromit" fame.
Selective Services Films Inc. Options "Gumboots, Gumshoes & a Pig Named Gertrude"
Aug 13, 2009
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films Inc. has optioned "Gumboots, Gumshoes & a Pig Named Gertrude" from InkTip author Laura Hesse after discovering her on the site. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios as well as an accomplished actor and casting director with dozens of credits to her name in film and television. Laura Hesse,
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films Inc. has optioned "Gumboots, Gumshoes & a Pig Named Gertrude" from InkTip author Laura Hesse after discovering her on the site. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios as well as an accomplished actor and casting director with dozens of credits to her name in film and television. Laura Hesse, meanwhile, is an accomplished novelist and screenwriter who started and owns the publishing company, Running L Productions. This is Laura's first option.
Ian Hay of Duchess Productions optioned the feature script "Big Weiner" from InkTip scribe BD Young after discovering him on InkTip. Ian actually discovered BD Young on InkTip many years ago after discovering his comedy script, "Pot Scrubbers," and their relationship led to Ian now optioning the romantic comedy script, "Big Weiner," with Jerry Cicorritti at the helm. InkTip's entire raison d'etre is connecting producers with writers
Ian Hay of Duchess Productions optioned the feature script "Big Weiner" from InkTip scribe BD Young after discovering him on InkTip. Ian actually discovered BD Young on InkTip many years ago after discovering his comedy script, "Pot Scrubbers," and their relationship led to Ian now optioning the romantic comedy script, "Big Weiner," with Jerry Cicorritti at the helm. InkTip's entire raison d'etre is connecting producers with writers - not just scripts - so we're always happy to announce a new deal in an ongoing relationship. And this is actually BD's fifteenth option through InkTip, so at this rate, we won't be surprised if he runs out of spec scripts to pitch as writing samples.
Denise Carlson of Denise Carlson Productions has picked up "Deerly Beloved" by Colin Costello after re-discovering him on InkTip. Denise, formerly at ABC/Disney, had met Colin before, but connected again on the site. This isn't the first InkTip success for Colin. He found representation in 2007 through InkTip. Denise is currently taking the project to various studios and networks. If you would like more information on the project,
Denise Carlson of Denise Carlson Productions has picked up "Deerly Beloved" by Colin Costello after re-discovering him on InkTip. Denise, formerly at ABC/Disney, had met Colin before, but connected again on the site. This isn't the first InkTip success for Colin. He found representation in 2007 through InkTip. Denise is currently taking the project to various studios and networks. If you would like more information on the project, please contact InkTip.
Elaine Vaughn was hired by John Witcher to help rewrite one of his children's books. John read one of Elaine's shorts on InkTip and knew she would be perfect for the job. Elaine is a published writer in poetry and short stories. Five of her feature scripts have had success in various contests including placing first in the Fade In Awards. John's books are available at Barnes and Noble.com, Amazon.com
Elaine Vaughn was hired by John Witcher to help rewrite one of his children's books. John read one of Elaine's shorts on InkTip and knew she would be perfect for the job. Elaine is a published writer in poetry and short stories. Five of her feature scripts have had success in various contests including placing first in the Fade In Awards. John's books are available at Barnes and Noble.com, Amazon.com and Target.com.
Jonty Reason of Pittot Films has optioned "City of the Damned" by InkTip scribe Michael Coady after discovering it on InkTip. Pittot Films' 2005 multi-award-winning romantic comedy, "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt," was just picked up by Celebrity Video Distribution for DVD release. Jonty plans on shooting "City of the Damned" in his new mini-studio back-to-back with another feature script he also picked up on InkTip. Production will begin in
Jonty Reason of Pittot Films has optioned "City of the Damned" by InkTip scribe Michael Coady after discovering it on InkTip. Pittot Films' 2005 multi-award-winning romantic comedy, "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt," was just picked up by Celebrity Video Distribution for DVD release. Jonty plans on shooting "City of the Damned" in his new mini-studio back-to-back with another feature script he also picked up on InkTip. Production will begin in November. For writer Coady, this is his seventh option and first to be scheduled for shooting.
Producer/Manager Jeff Belkin of Foremost Films has signed another writer from InkTip. This isn't the first time someone's discovered Rob Rinow; he was one of the writers on "The Cell 2," and had another option recently as well. A former studio and agency script analyst for six years, Jeff worked as a literary manager with Mad Hatter Films and then as a producer with Double Nickel Entertainment (where
Producer/Manager Jeff Belkin of Foremost Films has signed another writer from InkTip. This isn't the first time someone's discovered Rob Rinow; he was one of the writers on "The Cell 2," and had another option recently as well. A former studio and agency script analyst for six years, Jeff worked as a literary manager with Mad Hatter Films and then as a producer with Double Nickel Entertainment (where he helped award-winning scribe Nick Schenk develop "Gran Torino") before striking out on his own. He currently has client projects with the likes of Echo Lake, Humble Journey, J. Todd Harris among many others.
Maurice Davis Options Rom-Com Script From Gena Ellis
Aug 6, 2009
Maurice Davis, an up-and-coming independent producer and proprietor of Burbank-based Maurice Davis Films, has optioned the feature rom-com spec "Down Home" from InkTip writer Gena Ellis. The project already has Natalie Canerday ("Sling Blade" and "October Sky") attached, with Nathan Frankowski ("Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed" and "Paper or Plastic") set to direct. Angela's previous InkTip success, "Angela's Decision," has garnered a bevy of awards including Best Dramatic Adaptation at the
Maurice Davis, an up-and-coming independent producer and proprietor of Burbank-based Maurice Davis Films, has optioned the feature rom-com spec "Down Home" from InkTip writer Gena Ellis. The project already has Natalie Canerday ("Sling Blade" and "October Sky") attached, with Nathan Frankowski ("Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed" and "Paper or Plastic") set to direct. Angela's previous InkTip success, "Angela's Decision," has garnered a bevy of awards including Best Dramatic Adaptation at the WorldFest Houston International Film Festival this year. And it seems to be a charmed project, as the lead actor, Xavier Samuel, has now been cast as Riley in the upcoming "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse," so we're really looking forward to seeing where this next one takes her!
Blaine Gray Options Script From New Zealand Writer
Aug 6, 2009
Blaine Gray with Goblin Market Productions, FilmSourceLA, and Deadman's Land LLC has optioned the feature script "Deadman’s Land" from New Zealand-based writer Barry Duffield, after discovering it on InkTip. This is Barry's fifth option, and his second through InkTip.
Blaine Gray with Goblin Market Productions, FilmSourceLA, and Deadman's Land LLC has optioned the feature script "Deadman’s Land" from New Zealand-based writer Barry Duffield, after discovering it on InkTip. This is Barry's fifth option, and his second through InkTip.
Scribe John Mathews has sold his short script, "Kill Roommate," to producer Oliver Lessard. This is John's first sale of a short. A friend of Oliver's, who had originally found the script on InkTip, handed the script to him. Oliver is a freelance producer.
Scribe John Mathews has sold his short script, "Kill Roommate," to producer Oliver Lessard. This is John's first sale of a short. A friend of Oliver's, who had originally found the script on InkTip, handed the script to him. Oliver is a freelance producer.
Mark Cabaroy with iMarkFilms has optioned the short script "The Rose, the Butterfly, and the Dolphin" from writer Matias Caruso off of InkTip. This is not the first sale for Matias who has sold eight short scripts and was hired for a feature assignment. Mark assembled a team of up-and-coming filmmakers to ambitiously take on six short films in twelve months. The team is Mark Cabaroy (iMarkFilms), Letitia
Mark Cabaroy with iMarkFilms has optioned the short script "The Rose, the Butterfly, and the Dolphin" from writer Matias Caruso off of InkTip. This is not the first sale for Matias who has sold eight short scripts and was hired for a feature assignment. Mark assembled a team of up-and-coming filmmakers to ambitiously take on six short films in twelve months. The team is Mark Cabaroy (iMarkFilms), Letitia Edwards, Maria Rusolo (ROAM Pictures), Darrick Robinson (Done Deal Media), and Edward Washington. Mark found InkTip.com and introduced it to his team. One of the reasons they decided to start optioning scripts was to produce a greater variety of stories, subjects and genres and not just rely on inside the team. They found the website to be a great resource of material and talent and have option/purchased four scripts so far from four different writers. All of iMarkFilms productions are made through the mayor's office Made In New York initiative.
Robert Kesler of Coliseum Pictures Corporation has optioned "Ponzi: Prince of Pi Alley" from author Monica Rix Paxson for a mid-six figures through InkTip. Kesler was looking for a script to fulfill a very specific mandate. He needed a Ponzi story script, essentially an American tale that could provide commentary on the Bernie Madoff scandal. Fortunately, Paxson just happened to have the right script at the right time, a project
Robert Kesler of Coliseum Pictures Corporation has optioned "Ponzi: Prince of Pi Alley" from author Monica Rix Paxson for a mid-six figures through InkTip. Kesler was looking for a script to fulfill a very specific mandate. He needed a Ponzi story script, essentially an American tale that could provide commentary on the Bernie Madoff scandal. Fortunately, Paxson just happened to have the right script at the right time, a project she'd been carefully developing for years with friends and through theatrical reads. After setting up projects at Universal with Ron Howard and Brian Grazer as well as at Touchstone Pictures/Disney, Robert now heads Coliseum Pictures. In light of Robert's background and experience in the industry, we're confident we'll be announcing a completed film soon enough.
InkTip scribe Anna Pernicci, who got her first InkTip success when Masiela Lusha at Illuminary Pictures picked up her screenplay "Yellow Rose of Savona," is now being repped by Jay Schachter at Mavrick Artists Agency. Pernicci's script was the first one Lusha picked up when she joined InkTip last summer and it was this deal that helped Pernicci land representation. Anna Pernicci is a Royal Television Society Award Winner and
InkTip scribe Anna Pernicci, who got her first InkTip success when Masiela Lusha at Illuminary Pictures picked up her screenplay "Yellow Rose of Savona," is now being repped by Jay Schachter at Mavrick Artists Agency. Pernicci's script was the first one Lusha picked up when she joined InkTip last summer and it was this deal that helped Pernicci land representation. Anna Pernicci is a Royal Television Society Award Winner and has written for the Royal Court, King's Head, Soho Theatre Company and the BBC in the United Kingdom. Lusha, has built a slate of projects to develop and package with Patrick Tatopoulos (Director of "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans) attached to direct. Jay Schachter reps writers, directors and actors, and is a producer on National Lampoon's "The Jersey Devil," which is currently in production.
TJ Mancini of Crossroads Production & Management has optioned "Double Fault" by InkTip scribe Mike Burns. Mancini, along with producer Fraser Townley, had contacted Mike, a former client of theirs, to discuss "Double Fault," a 1970's tale based on one of the most prolific bank robbers in U.S. history. In fact, Mike, who is a former FBI special agent, arrested the criminal himself! Currently, actor/producer and InkTip member, Max Ryan
TJ Mancini of Crossroads Production & Management has optioned "Double Fault" by InkTip scribe Mike Burns. Mancini, along with producer Fraser Townley, had contacted Mike, a former client of theirs, to discuss "Double Fault," a 1970's tale based on one of the most prolific bank robbers in U.S. history. In fact, Mike, who is a former FBI special agent, arrested the criminal himself! Currently, actor/producer and InkTip member, Max Ryan ("Death Race") is attached. Mancini last wrote and produced the Sidney Lumet-helmed "Find Me Guilty" (Vin Diesel). Mike, meanwhile, credits his writing ability to taking advance courses from UCLA instructors Bonnie Orr and Aubrey Horton.
"Room 33: The Voice of Terror" Has Completed Principle Photography
Jul 30, 2009
We are happy to announce that scribe Joe "Tuffy" Tofuri's short script, "Room 33: The Voice of Terror," was shot this spring in San Antonio, TX. Robert Lopez of Raging Bull directed the film. It was shot at the Havana Inn Hotel on the Riverwalk. Robert discovered Joe's script, which is part of a collection of short, psychological thrillers, on InkTip. He said, "I was pleasantly surprised that
We are happy to announce that scribe Joe "Tuffy" Tofuri's short script, "Room 33: The Voice of Terror," was shot this spring in San Antonio, TX. Robert Lopez of Raging Bull directed the film. It was shot at the Havana Inn Hotel on the Riverwalk. Robert discovered Joe's script, which is part of a collection of short, psychological thrillers, on InkTip. He said, "I was pleasantly surprised that some one of this talent was in my home town. Right away I had to meet him and before you knew it, we were in business with only a hand shake and a couple of beers." They are currently looking to showcase the film at various film festivals. Joe's latest novel, "The Art of Being Cool," was just released the other month.
Chris Morgan with Two Sherpas Films has optioned the short "Raise You One Dead Body" from InkTip scribe Marjory Kaptanoglu after discovering her script on InkTip. Chris Morgan will be directing the film in the late summer. Morgan is a former F-16 fighter pilot with an M.B.A. from Arizona State University. He is building his directing reel and looking for feature length projects to produce and/or direct. Marjory is an
Chris Morgan with Two Sherpas Films has optioned the short "Raise You One Dead Body" from InkTip scribe Marjory Kaptanoglu after discovering her script on InkTip. Chris Morgan will be directing the film in the late summer. Morgan is a former F-16 fighter pilot with an M.B.A. from Arizona State University. He is building his directing reel and looking for feature length projects to produce and/or direct. Marjory is an accomplished writer who has optioned two features and was recently hired for a third script assignment.
Mark Cabaroy of iMark Films has optioned Anne Kruse's short script entitled "Citizen Rose." Anne is a graduate of the UCLA Screenwriting Professional's Program and some of her features, shorts and sitcoms have won multiple awards. "Citizen Rose" won for best short script at The Broad Humor Film Festival and took 2nd place in Gimme Credit Screenplay competition. This is her first option. Mark assembled a team of up-and-coming filmmakers
Mark Cabaroy of iMark Films has optioned Anne Kruse's short script entitled "Citizen Rose." Anne is a graduate of the UCLA Screenwriting Professional's Program and some of her features, shorts and sitcoms have won multiple awards. "Citizen Rose" won for best short script at The Broad Humor Film Festival and took 2nd place in Gimme Credit Screenplay competition. This is her first option. Mark assembled a team of up-and-coming filmmakers to ambitiously take on six short films in twelve months. The team is Mark Cabaroy (iMarkFilms), Letitia Edwards, Maria Rusolo (ROAM Pictures), Darrick Robinson (Done Deal Media) and Edward Washington. Mark found InkTip and introduced it to his team. All of iMarkFilms productions are made through the mayor's office "Made in New York" initiative.
"Outrage," a feature found on InkTip and produced by Ace Cruz of Spirit Films, will be screening at Lammele Theater in Pasadena this Friday, July 24, at 9PM. The film stars Michael Madsen and Natasha Lyon and has already been nominated for four awards. If you're in town and want to see what a brilliant producer can do with a spec script found on InkTip, go to IMDb and check
"Outrage," a feature found on InkTip and produced by Ace Cruz of Spirit Films, will be screening at Lammele Theater in Pasadena this Friday, July 24, at 9PM. The film stars Michael Madsen and Natasha Lyon and has already been nominated for four awards. If you're in town and want to see what a brilliant producer can do with a spec script found on InkTip, go to IMDb and check out the listing!
Robert Kesler of Coliseum Pictures Corporation has optioned "The Apothecary" by InkTip scribe Matt Salzberg. Robert was looking for a stylized Western that could attract the right filmmaker and financiers, and he found the one with Matt's script. After setting up projects at Universal with Ron Howard and Brian Grazer as well as at Touchstone Pictures/Disney, Robert now heads Coliseum Pictures. Matt last produced and wrote the feature "Fortunes." He
Robert Kesler of Coliseum Pictures Corporation has optioned "The Apothecary" by InkTip scribe Matt Salzberg. Robert was looking for a stylized Western that could attract the right filmmaker and financiers, and he found the one with Matt's script. After setting up projects at Universal with Ron Howard and Brian Grazer as well as at Touchstone Pictures/Disney, Robert now heads Coliseum Pictures. Matt last produced and wrote the feature "Fortunes." He also has another Western feature script in development with another production company. Robert and Matt are also collaborating on other projects so look forward to more news on the producer and writer soon!
John Nelson of Nelson Productions Inc has hired InkTip scribes Len and Ali Lippman to pen an untitled fantasy/adventure feature script after discovering them on InkTip. After John read their fantasy/adventure script, "The Messenger," the Lippmans were hired by John to pen another script in their favorite genre. John found a great match in the Nicholl Fellowship quarterfinalist writers. This is Len and Ali's first assignment.
John Nelson of Nelson Productions Inc has hired InkTip scribes Len and Ali Lippman to pen an untitled fantasy/adventure feature script after discovering them on InkTip. After John read their fantasy/adventure script, "The Messenger," the Lippmans were hired by John to pen another script in their favorite genre. John found a great match in the Nicholl Fellowship quarterfinalist writers. This is Len and Ali's first assignment.
Jonty Reason of Pittot Films has optioned writer Doug Kissock's feature script "Mobius Strip" after discovering him on InkTip. "Mobius Strip" was the type of script Jonty wanted. He was looking for a unique, psychological thriller that could be shot in Australia. Jonty's 2005 multi-award-winning Romantic Comedy, "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt" was just picked up by Celebrity Video Distribution for DVD release. Jonty plans on shooting "Mobius Strip" in
Jonty Reason of Pittot Films has optioned writer Doug Kissock's feature script "Mobius Strip" after discovering him on InkTip. "Mobius Strip" was the type of script Jonty wanted. He was looking for a unique, psychological thriller that could be shot in Australia. Jonty's 2005 multi-award-winning Romantic Comedy, "Encounters: Speed Dating Can Hurt" was just picked up by Celebrity Video Distribution for DVD release. Jonty plans on shooting "Mobius Strip" in his new mini-studio back-to-back with another feature script he also picked up on InkTip. Doug, a writer out of the UK, has optioned several scripts to the BBC and to producers in England and Canada, but this is his first option to an Australian production company.
Manuel Messerli of Gasoline Man Pictures has optioned "Seven Segment" by David Byrne after discovering it on InkTip. Manuel, a Swiss director and alumni of AFI, was looking for a high-concept script right out of the gate and found one in David's. The InkTip listing of "Seven Segment" contained a logline that hooked many members on the site. "Seven Segment" marks David's first option which he attributes to
Manuel Messerli of Gasoline Man Pictures has optioned "Seven Segment" by David Byrne after discovering it on InkTip. Manuel, a Swiss director and alumni of AFI, was looking for a high-concept script right out of the gate and found one in David's. The InkTip listing of "Seven Segment" contained a logline that hooked many members on the site. "Seven Segment" marks David's first option which he attributes to his strong dedication and persistence.
Australian InkTip scribe Karen Buckton has been hired by director Upinder Raisauda of Central Station Media to write a short script with the working title of "66." Upinder contacted Karen after finding her short script "Just Desserts in the Desert" as well as her feature length comedy script "Three False Alarms" listed on InkTip. Upinder Raisauda has a prolific list of credits on his resume including over 300 commercials. His
Australian InkTip scribe Karen Buckton has been hired by director Upinder Raisauda of Central Station Media to write a short script with the working title of "66." Upinder contacted Karen after finding her short script "Just Desserts in the Desert" as well as her feature length comedy script "Three False Alarms" listed on InkTip. Upinder Raisauda has a prolific list of credits on his resume including over 300 commercials. His last feature, a romantic comedy "The Corner Shop," is in post production. Karen was recently signed up for management by Little Studio Films after they too discovered each other via InkTip. Karen has also recently completed a thriller entitled "Remote View" and a family-friendly script called "The Ceramic Christmas Tree."
Breven Angaelica Warren Options Script and Sponsors the Writer
Jul 16, 2009
Breven Angaelica Warren with Sogno Productions has picked up yet another project from Latin writer Fernando Gaviria. A bilingual scribe with ties to the burgeoning Hispanic market, Fernando got his first script set up with Breven's company when she beat out a handful of other producers in a bidding war. Breven is sponsoring Fernando and his script, entitled "Maras," through the National Association of Latino Independent Producers, an organization from
Breven Angaelica Warren with Sogno Productions has picked up yet another project from Latin writer Fernando Gaviria. A bilingual scribe with ties to the burgeoning Hispanic market, Fernando got his first script set up with Breven's company when she beat out a handful of other producers in a bidding war. Breven is sponsoring Fernando and his script, entitled "Maras," through the National Association of Latino Independent Producers, an organization from which he won a prestigious spot in their writers' workshop, and is being mentored by Rita Hsiao ("Toy Story 2," "Mulan"). In a subsequent meeting, Fernando pitched the inspirational true story to her about a Cuban immigrant who traveled through 18 different countries on his quest to enter and gain citizenship in the United States. Breven promptly found the immigrant, optioned the rights to his story, and got Fernando working on the script, titled "18 Countries." Some of Breven's other projects include "Native Land," a "green" feature about a sustainable farm in Africa for which she's building and leaving behind a sustainable farm as a gift to the village in which she's shooting the film. This is officially Fernando's second InkTip success.
Bill Kravitz with Rough Diamond Management and Productions discovered writer Brian Boyd on InkTip, and is now repping him as his manager. Kravitz actually discovered Boyd some time ago, and they reconnected on the site recently. Kravitz has been an InkTip member for quite some time; his recent films include "Senior Skip Day" with Tara Reid and co-producing Stephen King's "Ride the Bullet." He also manages talent, with Brian
Bill Kravitz with Rough Diamond Management and Productions discovered writer Brian Boyd on InkTip, and is now repping him as his manager. Kravitz actually discovered Boyd some time ago, and they reconnected on the site recently. Kravitz has been an InkTip member for quite some time; his recent films include "Senior Skip Day" with Tara Reid and co-producing Stephen King's "Ride the Bullet." He also manages talent, with Brian being the latest addition to his roster of clients. Brian has had seven options to date. Now that he’s working with Rough Diamond, we expect there will be many more in the coming months.
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films has optioned "Bloodlines" from InkTip scribe David Chase after discovering him through the site. "Bloodlines," a fast-paced thriller about a covert operative who finds his life and family threatened by a secret from his father’s past, was exactly the sort of commercial thriller project Susan logged onto InkTip to look for. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films has optioned "Bloodlines" from InkTip scribe David Chase after discovering him through the site. "Bloodlines," a fast-paced thriller about a covert operative who finds his life and family threatened by a secret from his father’s past, was exactly the sort of commercial thriller project Susan logged onto InkTip to look for. Susan, who received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006, is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios. This is writer Chase's first option, and he had this to say about the experience: "It was through InkTip that I was able to get my script read by Susan, so I'm convinced that signing up was one of the wisest decisions I've made."
We are happy to announce that the short script "Blindsided" has been shot and is in post production. The script was written by scribe Bruce E. Johnson who was discovered on InkTip by Mark Cabaroy with iMarkFilms. After a few email conversations, Mark asked to read "Blindsided" and immediately liked it. This was the first sale of a short for Bruce. Cabaroy assembled a team of up and coming filmmakers
We are happy to announce that the short script "Blindsided" has been shot and is in post production. The script was written by scribe Bruce E. Johnson who was discovered on InkTip by Mark Cabaroy with iMarkFilms. After a few email conversations, Mark asked to read "Blindsided" and immediately liked it. This was the first sale of a short for Bruce. Cabaroy assembled a team of up and coming filmmakers to ambitiously take on six short films in twelve months. The team is Mark Cabaroy (iMarkFilms), Letitia Edwards, Maria Rusolo (ROAM Pictures), Darrick Robinson (Done Deal Media), and Edward Washington. Cabaroy found InkTip.com and introduced it to his team. One of the reasons they decided to start optioning scripts was to produce a greater variety of stories, subjects and genres and not just rely on inside the team. They found the website to be a great resource for material and talent and have option/purchased four scripts so far from four different writers. All of iMarkFilms productions are made through the mayor's office Made in New York initiative. Cabaroy has already secured the rights to three additional scripts, so keep your eyes open for more news. In June, Mark is shooting "The Peterson's Guide," a short he wrote.
Insignia Entertainment to Rep Writer Mark Davidson
Jul 9, 2009
Alexander Robb of Insignia Entertainment, having already optioned "Soul Purpose" from veteran InkTip scribe Mark Davidson, is now also repping him as his manager. This is officially Mark's fifth InkTip success and we know we'll be seeing more in the coming weeks. Insignia Entertainment is a management and production company started by Alexander Robb with the objective of developing and producing male-oriented entertainment. Mark is one of our most genre-diverse
Alexander Robb of Insignia Entertainment, having already optioned "Soul Purpose" from veteran InkTip scribe Mark Davidson, is now also repping him as his manager. This is officially Mark's fifth InkTip success and we know we'll be seeing more in the coming weeks. Insignia Entertainment is a management and production company started by Alexander Robb with the objective of developing and producing male-oriented entertainment. Mark is one of our most genre-diverse writers. Some of his previous options include a horror/slasher to Trancas International (of the Halloween franchise), a crime/thriller to Chris Godfrey and Gary Kurtz at White Knuckle Films, and a thriller to New Daydream Productions. And he has five scripts posted on the site that are ready to go.
Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner of Scatena & Rosner Films, LLC have optioned "A Wake in Denver" from wordsmith Helen Castles after discovering it on InkTip. Scatena and Rosner were looking for a low budget comedy to produce, and they were impressed when they discovered Helen. "She's easily one of the strongest writers I've ever read, and I've read a lot," Gato recently remarked. Helen had this to say
Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner of Scatena & Rosner Films, LLC have optioned "A Wake in Denver" from wordsmith Helen Castles after discovering it on InkTip. Scatena and Rosner were looking for a low budget comedy to produce, and they were impressed when they discovered Helen. "She's easily one of the strongest writers I've ever read, and I've read a lot," Gato recently remarked. Helen had this to say about the experience: "this process has proven to me that you don't have to be living in LA to further your screenwriting career thanks to InkTip. It all happened so quickly - I posted the script, Jordan read it, and about 2 weeks later we signed the option." S&R Films already has crew and financing in place with production scheduled for mid September.
Bob Portal of London-based Fidelity Films optioned "Rock, Paper, Scissors," a comedy-chiller from scribe Mike McGeever after discovering it on InkTip. Bob's previous production credits include Paul Sarossy's multiple award-winning thriller "Mr In-Between," and "In a Dark Place" with Leelee Sobieski and Tara Fitzgerald. Bob is currently on location in Austin, Texas shooting the feature film "Red, White and Blue." In its first two months on the site "Rock, Paper,
Bob Portal of London-based Fidelity Films optioned "Rock, Paper, Scissors," a comedy-chiller from scribe Mike McGeever after discovering it on InkTip. Bob's previous production credits include Paul Sarossy's multiple award-winning thriller "Mr In-Between," and "In a Dark Place" with Leelee Sobieski and Tara Fitzgerald. Bob is currently on location in Austin, Texas shooting the feature film "Red, White and Blue." In its first two months on the site "Rock, Paper, Scissors" received numerous downloads and two offers from producers. "For the right sort of script, there is no better venue than InkTip," Mike related in a recent email conversation. Mike currently has two other titles listed on InkTip.
Rotimi Rainwater to Produce Second Script By InkTip Writer
Jul 2, 2009
Rotimi Rainwater with Village Entertainment Inc. is now in production on another project with Tony Aloupis, a writer he met through InkTip last year. While browsing listings on the site, Rotimi discovered the feature script
"Truckstop," which he immediately optioned (and which is now gearing up for production with Rachel Miner and Mimi Rogers attached). This first option has since blossomed into a working relationship, as Rotimi and Tony are
Rotimi Rainwater with Village Entertainment Inc. is now in production on another project with Tony Aloupis, a writer he met through InkTip last year. While browsing listings on the site, Rotimi discovered the feature script
"Truckstop," which he immediately optioned (and which is now gearing up for production with Rachel Miner and Mimi Rogers attached). This first option has since blossomed into a working relationship, as Rotimi and Tony are now working together on a feature documentary titled "The Meaning of Life." Principle photography is already underway in Botswana on the project with Rotimi directing and Tony Aloupis working as both an executive producer and writer. Rainwater, whose previous credits include the award-winning documentary "SP!T," already has a bevy of other projects either lined up or in production. "The Meaning of Life" is just the second film in an ongoing collaboration between Rotimi and Tony. We're looking forward to seeing what new projects they dream up together.
Eric Holloway with Blue Mercury Productions has begun production on "Gooseberry Island" which he discovered on InkTip last year. Written by InkTip scribe Steven Manchester, the faith-based family script is also being produced by Oriana East Productions. Oriana East is currently developing a number of feature films and television pilots. Holloway's previous credits include "Breaking Pointe" with Corbin Bernsen ("L.A. Law"). Manchester, author of twelve published books, has had several
Eric Holloway with Blue Mercury Productions has begun production on "Gooseberry Island" which he discovered on InkTip last year. Written by InkTip scribe Steven Manchester, the faith-based family script is also being produced by Oriana East Productions. Oriana East is currently developing a number of feature films and television pilots. Holloway's previous credits include "Breaking Pointe" with Corbin Bernsen ("L.A. Law"). Manchester, author of twelve published books, has had several short scripts optioned and produced. This is his first produced feature.
Russ Pond with Top Pup Media, LLC has hired InkTip writer Lynn Dickinson to create a treatment and pitch for his next feature project. Pond, director and producer of the feature film "Fissure" and recent short "The Long Journey Home," will use the treatment to package and raise funds for the upcoming tween comedy project before moving into script development. R
