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John Palmer Hires Chase Spruill
Aug 26, 2010
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

Napora & Kalyn Hire Steven Oppenheimer
Aug 26, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Lyse Beck
Aug 26, 2010
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.

Kaner & Bryan Discover John Loprieno
Aug 26, 2010
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

Melania Melcer Options "The Decree"
Aug 26, 2010
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.

Nahikian & May Option Pentzell Feature
Aug 19, 2010
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

Munire Armstrong Options "Song of Dust"
Aug 19, 2010
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

Elias Plagianos Options "City of Lies"
Aug 19, 2010
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.

Jonty Egginton Options "The Sandwich Shop"
Aug 19, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Diane Meyer
Aug 12, 2010
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

Sammy Montana Discovers Sandor Stern
Aug 12, 2010
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"

Wayne Godfrey Options "Championship Manager"
Aug 12, 2010
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.

InkTip-found "Clonehunter" Released
Aug 12, 2010
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

Susannah Smith Options "No Soldier Left Behind"
Aug 12, 2010
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 Options "Brownie Points"
Aug 5, 2010
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 Discovers Irin Evers
Aug 5, 2010
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%

Stacy Davidson Options "Vision"
Aug 5, 2010
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 Hires Linda Shayne
Aug 5, 2010
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

Daniel Zirilli Discovers Glase Lomond
Aug 5, 2010
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

David Winkler Hires Chris Pentzell
Jul 29, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Discovers Evan Jacobs
Jul 29, 2010
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

Paolo Vacirca Options "Stealing Mr. Right"
Jul 29, 2010
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

Birch & Tarazi Option "For Hayden's Sake"
Jul 29, 2010
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.

Harpreet Singh Options "My Suicide"
Jul 29, 2010
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 Options "Rider"
Jul 22, 2010
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

John Murlowski Hires Steve Peterson
Jul 22, 2010
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

Betty Buckley Options Szczurko Pilot
Jul 22, 2010
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."

Mike Doto Options "Always Picked Last"
Jul 22, 2010
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.

Soffer & Ford Option "Frankenstoner"
Jul 15, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Brent Jordan
Jul 15, 2010
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

Dean Kaner Discovers Richard Price
Jul 15, 2010
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 Discovers Nyman & McNama
Jul 15, 2010
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

Ira Posnansky Discovers "The Unwanted"
Jul 1, 2010
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

Gene Kraft Options "Ranch Dressing"
Jul 1, 2010
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 Options "Christmas Mail"
Jul 1, 2010
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

Larsson and Moreka Option "The Pimp Pad"
Jul 1, 2010
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 Options "Bond of Silence"
Jun 24, 2010
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 Discovers "Jailhouse Santa"
Jun 24, 2010
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 Options "Echoes"
Jun 24, 2010
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 Options "Psych Unit"
Jun 17, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Discovers Dan Barwick
Jun 17, 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")

David Brady Options "Off Season"
Jun 17, 2010
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

Barry Perelman Discovers Simon Eldon-Edington
Jun 17, 2010
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

Christopher Eadicicco Options "Chat"
Jun 17, 2010
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.

David Bellino Hires Diana Kemp
Jun 17, 2010
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

Trudy Sargent Produces InkTip Short
Jun 17, 2010
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 Options "Paranoid"
Jun 10, 2010
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

JC Crissey Hires Paul Robert Lingas
Jun 10, 2010
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

Chris Lancey Options Bloom Feature
Jun 10, 2010
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

Dean Blagg Hires James Dobkowski
Jun 10, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Options "The Unheard"
Jun 3, 2010
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

Bradford R. Youngs Hires Lloyd Wagner
Jun 3, 2010
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

Whitt Brantley Discovers Ocean Palmer
Jun 3, 2010
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

Larsson and Moreka Option "The Pet Sitter"
Jun 3, 2010
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

Steve Gerbson Options "Whipple"
May 27, 2010
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,

Victoria Slater Options Cashill Feature
May 27, 2010
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,

Cynde Harmon Options "Sparky"
May 27, 2010
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

Jennifer Valenti Options "Chicken Salad"
May 27, 2010
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

Scott Thomas Options "Old Village"
May 20, 2010
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

Chris Lancey Options "Love Struck"
May 20, 2010
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

Elias Plagianos Options Yarbrough Script
May 20, 2010
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 Options "Dying to Live"
May 20, 2010
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

Yasmine Golchan Hires Jake Helgren
May 13, 2010
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,

Joseph Nasser finds "Courage"
May 13, 2010
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

Moreka & Larsson Option "Pink's"
May 13, 2010
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

Jon Bonnell Options Perez Feature
May 13, 2010
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

Mark Rudnitsky Options "Blacking Out"
May 6, 2010
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

Nancy Criss Options Helgren Feature
May 6, 2010
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Lizanne Southgate
May 6, 2010
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

David Brady Options "One-Eighty"
May 6, 2010
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

Susan Martinez Buys "Surrogate Gran"
May 6, 2010
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 Options "Holy Crap"
Apr 29, 2010
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

Joseph Barmettler Hires Cassady Dixon
Apr 29, 2010
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

Christopher Eadicicco Hires Anna Filameno
Apr 29, 2010
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

Eduardo Sanchez Completes "ParaAbnormal"
Apr 29, 2010
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

Mark Castaldo Options "Break"
Apr 22, 2010
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

Larsson and Moreka Option "Larry Jones"
Apr 22, 2010
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.

Mark Andrews Picks Up Young Feature
Apr 22, 2010
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

Barbara Bitela Discovers Writing Duo
Apr 22, 2010
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

Mitchell Galin Options Superhero Spec
Apr 15, 2010
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,

Derek Zemrak Options Pizzo Feature
Apr 15, 2010
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

Steve Gerbson Options "Believe"
Apr 15, 2010
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

Jeff Ross Discovers Charles Robert Carner
Apr 15, 2010
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."

Wendy Kram Options "Hollywood Douche Bags"
Apr 8, 2010
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

Meryem Ersoz Buys Daniels Feature
Apr 8, 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

Bruce Lucas Options "19Hz"
Apr 8, 2010
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

Daniel Zirilli Completes "Circle of Pain"
Apr 8, 2010
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

Eduardo Sanchez Completes "Seventh Moon"
Apr 1, 2010
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

Whitt Brantley Discovers Bill Freas
Apr 1, 2010
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

Greg Huge Options Canel Feature
Apr 1, 2010
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

Tom Malloy Buys "The Brickhouse"
Apr 1, 2010
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),

Howard Reichman Options Cohen Feature
Mar 25, 2010
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

"Blindsided" Hits Festival Circuit
Mar 25, 2010
"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

Roma Roth Discovers Steven Manchester
Mar 25, 2010
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

Max Perrier Hires Matthew Altman
Mar 25, 2010
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

Jonty Egginton Options "Mother's Day"
Mar 18, 2010
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

UTA Signs InkTip Directing Duo
Mar 18, 2010
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

Bruce Lucas Options "Twilight Child"
Mar 18, 2010
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

Jack Messitt's MOW Airs on Lifetime
Mar 18, 2010
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

Alex Vais Options DeSeta's "River Rats"
Mar 11, 2010
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

Greg Huge Options Canel Feature
Mar 11, 2010
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,"

Christopher Eadicicco Options "Buddha Eyes"
Mar 11, 2010
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

Whitt Brantley Discovers Jim Conover
Mar 11, 2010
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

Alex Vais Discovers Elmer Santiago
Mar 4, 2010
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

Brandon Jamison Hires Jill Gatsby
Mar 4, 2010
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

Rosser Goodman Options "Love or Whatever"
Mar 4, 2010
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 Discovers Kevin Jones
Feb 25, 2010
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

Gruenberg Discovers Greg Rempel
Feb 25, 2010
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

Adrian Mathai Options Billington's "Stitch"
Feb 25, 2010
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

Lenny Beckerman Discovers John Biemeret
Feb 18, 2010
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

Susan Johnston Options Gottlieb Feature
Feb 18, 2010
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

Joe Nasser Hires Duckworth
Feb 18, 2010
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

Mark Rodriguez Options "My Secret Santa"
Feb 11, 2010
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).

Sue Giordano Discovers Adam Cowley
Feb 11, 2010
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

Christopher Eadicicco Options "Wheel"
Feb 11, 2010
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,"

Loukas Doukas Produces InkTip Short
Feb 11, 2010
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

Stephanie Rogers Signs Candy Fox
Feb 4, 2010
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

Nancy Criss Options "Blood N' Bullets"
Feb 4, 2010
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

Rob Walker Options "Liquid Sky"
Jan 28, 2010
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

Elizabeth Fowler Hires Mark Sevi
Jan 28, 2010
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

Sam Montana Signs InkTip Scribe
Jan 28, 2010
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

Christopher Cinnamon Options "The Imposters"
Jan 28, 2010
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

Cathy SitaRam Develops Short
Jan 28, 2010
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 Discovers Jack DuBois
Jan 21, 2010
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

KeJo Prods Completes "Rogue River"
Jan 21, 2010
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

Robert Fox Options "Untapped"
Jan 21, 2010
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

Mark Cabaroy Produces InkTip Short
Jan 21, 2010
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

Sue Giordano Discovers Wayne Chadwick
Jan 14, 2010
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

John Palmer Hires Cecil Green
Jan 14, 2010
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

Fabrication Picks Up Carlos Ramos Pic
Jan 14, 2010
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

Jermaine Anglin Options Short
Jan 14, 2010
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

Louis G. Friedman Hires Jim Ryan
Jan 7, 2010
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,"

John Palmer Hires InkTip Scribe
Jan 7, 2010
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

Jeff Ross Signs Jonas Quastel
Jan 7, 2010
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

Frank J. Oliver Options Short
Jan 7, 2010
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 Options "Crimson Creek"
Dec 30, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Lyse Beck
Dec 30, 2009
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

Silver Bitela Agency Signs InkTip Scribe
Dec 30, 2009
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

John Porter Sells Short
Dec 30, 2009
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.

Frederico Lapenda Hires InkTip Scribe
Dec 23, 2009
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)

Larry Levinson Productions Options "Cashmas"
Dec 23, 2009
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

Kyle Portbury Options "Pot Scrubbers"
Dec 23, 2009
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

Agathe David-Weill Options Longo Script
Dec 23, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Wraps "Courage"
Dec 17, 2009
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

Michael D. Jones Options "Rotavele"
Dec 17, 2009
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

Matthew Cervi Options Paskiewicz Script
Dec 17, 2009
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

Mocanu Attila Shoots InkTip Short
Dec 17, 2009
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.

Gary Lamoin Options "Fidelity’s Adversary"
Dec 17, 2009
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 Discovers Dan Fabrizio
Dec 10, 2009
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

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

David Sterling Hires Carlos Perez
Dec 10, 2009
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

Ace LA Connects with InkTip Scribe
Dec 10, 2009
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

Gene Kraft Options Vecchio Script
Dec 3, 2009
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

Jonty Reason Producing Michael Coady Feature
Dec 3, 2009
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

Brandt Kubo Options "Flushed"
Dec 3, 2009
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.

Tommy Oliver Options Linda Oatman High’s Script
Dec 3, 2009
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

Softcelluoid Films Discovers "Bits and Pieces"
Dec 1, 2009
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,

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

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

Hudson Agency Signs InkTip Scribe Garner Haines
Dec 1, 2009
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

"Long Shadow Woman" Picked Up by Susan Johnston
Dec 1, 2009
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

Nasser Hires TV Scribe
Nov 19, 2009
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

Michael Egan Options Adam Balsam Script
Nov 19, 2009
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

ThunderBall Options InkTip Script
Nov 19, 2009
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

Eric Williams Signs Craig Phillips
Nov 12, 2009
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

Arnold Leibovit Options "I Want My Baby Back"
Nov 12, 2009
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,

Susan Johnston Options "SNAP!"
Nov 12, 2009
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

Babz Bitela Reps InkTip Scribes
Nov 12, 2009
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.

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

Andrew Bellware Hires Bruce Frigeri
Nov 5, 2009
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

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

Robert Fox Options "Bad Blood"
Nov 5, 2009
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

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.

N.J. Reese Sells Short Script "The Signal"
Nov 5, 2009
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.

Reel World Management Discovers Luis Cruz
Oct 29, 2009
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

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

Nancy Criss Options "Until Death"
Oct 29, 2009
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

Select Service Films Options "Jungle to Jungle"
Oct 29, 2009
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.

386 Films Options "Hair of the Dog"
Oct 29, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Glenn Lindsey
Oct 22, 2009
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

"Kill Katie Malone" In Production
Oct 22, 2009
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

Oct 22, 2009
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

Erika Furuzono Options "Path of the Dragon"
Oct 22, 2009
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

New Symphony Pictures Options "The Angel Tree"
Oct 15, 2009
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

Lucky Day Studios Options "Morpheus"
Oct 15, 2009
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

Chane Singletary Hires Keisha Orphey
Oct 15, 2009
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.

"Roadkill Romance" Prompts Working Relationship
Oct 15, 2009
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.

Etch Media Options "The Eleven"
Oct 8, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Toby Osborne
Oct 8, 2009
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

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

"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.

New Symphony Pictures Options "If I Were You"
Oct 1, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Hires Mischa Ayoub
Oct 1, 2009
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."

MDR Entertainment Hires M.C. Cain
Oct 1, 2009
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

Sweet Edge Films Options “Poker Night”
Oct 1, 2009
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” Premieres at the Austin Film Festival
Oct 1, 2009
"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

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.

Black Squirrel Films Options “A Time To Cry”
Sep 24, 2009
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

Walla Films Hires Lloyd Wagner
Sep 24, 2009
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

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

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

Face2Face Productions Options "Paranormal"
Sep 17, 2009
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

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

Abrams Artists Reps David Lopresti
Sep 10, 2009
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'

Jeff Belkin Signs Brant Hughes
Sep 10, 2009
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

Pacific Entertainment Group hire Mark Onspaugh
Sep 10, 2009
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

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

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.

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

Maurice Davis Options "Palestine"
Sep 3, 2009
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"

Face2Face Productions Options "Dumped"
Sep 3, 2009
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

"Mormon Football" Enters Pre-production
Sep 3, 2009
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

Joseph Nasser Options "Choke Out"
Aug 27, 2009
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

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

Todd Grodnick Hires Writer Ginny Albert
Aug 27, 2009
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

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

"Tidepools" Enters Preproduction
Aug 27, 2009
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.

InkTip Feature Gains Attachments
Aug 20, 2009
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

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

Tainted Films Options InkTip Scribe's Script
Aug 20, 2009
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

"Death of an Icon" Enters Post-production
Aug 20, 2009
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

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,

Duchess Productions Options InkTip Scribe's Script
Aug 13, 2009
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

Denise Carlson Picks Up "Deerly Beloved"
Aug 13, 2009
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,

John Witcher Hires Elaine Vaughn
Aug 13, 2009
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

Pittot Films Options "City of the Damned"
Aug 6, 2009
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

Jeff Belkin to Represent Another InkTip Scribe
Aug 6, 2009
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

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

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.

John Matthews Sells Short Through InkTip
Aug 6, 2009
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 Options Another Short
Aug 6, 2009
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

Coliseum Picks Up "Ponzi: Prince of Pi Alley"
Jul 30, 2009
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

Mavrick Artists Agency Reps Anna Pernicci
Jul 30, 2009
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

TJ Mancini Options "Double Fault"
Jul 30, 2009
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

"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

Chris Morgan Options Short Found on InkTip
Jul 30, 2009
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

Mark Cabaroy Options "Citizen Rose"
Jul 30, 2009
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

InkTip Feature Screening this Friday
Jul 23, 2009
"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

Robert Kesler Options "The Apothecary"
Jul 23, 2009
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

Nelson Productions Hires InkTip Scribes
Jul 23, 2009
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.

Pittot Films Options Feature From InkTip Writer
Jul 23, 2009
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

"Seven Segment" Optioned by Gasoline Man Pictures
Jul 23, 2009
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

Writer Karen Buckton Hired to Pen "66"
Jul 23, 2009
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

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

InkTip Scribe Brian Boyd Gains Representation
Jul 16, 2009
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

Selective Service Films Options "Bloodlines"
Jul 16, 2009
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

"Blindsided" Enters Post-Productions
Jul 16, 2009
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

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

Scatena & Rosner Films Options "A Wake in Denver"
Jul 9, 2009
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

Fidelity Films Options Script Found on InkTip
Jul 9, 2009
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,

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

Production Begins on "Gooseberry Island"
Jul 2, 2009
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

Russ Pond Hires InkTip Scribe
Jul 2, 2009
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