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Bob Willems Options "The Silent Type"
Dec 29, 2011
Bob Willems with Champion Entertainment discovered "The Silent Type" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Eric Wehr. Willems's credits include the recent "Renfield The Undead." Writer Eric Wehr has written and produced a few short films on his own, as well as a feature length documentary for a non-profit organization, but this is his first feature option through InkTip.
Derek Zemrak Hires John Pizzo
Dec 29, 2011
Derek Zemrak and Leonard Pirkle of Zemrak/Pirkle Productions found writer John Pizzo on InkTip and hired him to write the sequel to "Hercules Saves Christmas." The film is scheduled to go into production at the end of January. As highlighted in the InkTip Magazine's last cover story, Derek found John's family dog script through InkTip and produced the feature, which premiered to high ratings on Animal Planet. Due to the successful ratings, Derek hired John to write the sequel. Derek also produced the 2007 feature "Fallen Angels," which starred Michael Dorn (Star Trek
Chuck Howard & Brad Allen Option "Lukewarm"
Dec 29, 2011
Chuck Howard & Brad Allen with All Entertainment discovered "Lukewarm" on InkTip and optioned it from the writers Sean Stearley and Chris Miller. And we're now happy to announce that the feature film has been shot and is now in post-production. It was directed by Thomas Makowski, with John Schneider (Bo Duke of "Dukes of Hazzard" fame) in the lead role, and scheduled to air on the Gospel Music Channel in 2012. Writers Sean and Chris have both written and directed features before, independently of each other, and have since teamed up to write a slew of new faith-based projects together.
Andrea Olabarria Hires Jeremy Rigby
Dec 29, 2011
Andrea Olabarria with Spoon Entertainment discovered Jeremy Rigby through InkTip and hired him to develop a reality series. Based in Florida, Andrea directed the 2009 feature "Rough Winds." Jeremy also has two feature projects in development
Arslan Baig Options "Sunny Afternoon"
Dec 29, 2011
Arslan Baig optioned the short script "Sunny Afternoon" from writer Genevieve Sipperley after finding it on InkTip. Arslan is a Media Science and Filmmaking student in Pakistan who has made two horror shorts
Samuel Benavides Options "Carnival"
Dec 22, 2011
Samuel Benavides with IsoFilms, Pictures & Productions, Inc. found "The Carnival Horror Show" through InkTip and optioned it from writer Jared Cohn. Samuel won the Best Director award at the Action on Film Festival for his short "Mansfield Path," which aired on Shorts TV, Sundance Channel and Flix Network. Jared wrote and directed the feature "Born Bad," which is currently airing on Lifetime. He also wrote the script "Traced," which landed him representation with manager Erik Heintz of HG Management.
David Ara Hires Lynn Grant Beck
Dec 22, 2011
David Ara with Miracle Mile Entertainment discovered Lynn Grant Beck on InkTip and hired her to write his script "Hollywood Hit." David, with his producing partner Georgia Hilton of Hilton Media Management LLC, recently signed a distribution deal for "Hollywood Hit" with Freestyle Releasing (distributors of "The Illusionist" starring Edward Norton, Paul Giamatti, and Jessica Beil, among many others) based on the strength of the script alone. And we're now excited to announce that they're in the process of looking for an A-list director and talent to attach. Since signing with Freestyle, David and Georgia have upped their budget from $5 million to $20 million. Lynn Grant Beck, a published and produced author, playwright and screenwriter, was thrilled to be working with David, and we here at InkTip are really looking forward to seeing "Hollywood Hit" in theaters.
Greig Buckle Options "House of Darkness"
Dec 22, 2011
Greig Buckle with Enigma Pictures optioned "House of Darkness" from writer Marc Bloom after finding it on InkTip. Greig recently co-produced the South African feature "Life, Above All." Marc is a produced TV writer based out of South Africa, and this is his fourth option through InkTip. This script was also instrumental in landing Marc representation with current manager Damon Lane of Zero Gravity Management.
Samuel Laseke Options "Interrogation"
Dec 22, 2011
Samuel Laseke optioned and produced the short script "Interrogation," written by Zachary Jansen, which he found on InkTip. This is the second short sale through InkTip for Zachary. He previously sold "Treading Water" this spring. "Interrogation" was an Honorable Mention in the October 2010 MoviePoet.com short screenplay contest. Samuel Laseke was impressed with the script, and Zachary was equally impressed with Samuel's previous films. Samuel has optioned a number of shorts from the site after discovering the wealth of talented writers listed on InkTip.
Jerrol LeBaron Hires Jed Rigney
Dec 15, 2011
Jerrol LeBaron discovered writer/director Jed Rigney on InkTip, and knew he'd found the right person to help write and direct his documentary, "Fools on the Hill." "His was just the kind of smart writing I was looking for," says Jerrol, "and I knew he would include the right amount of shock, humor and information to make this a movie everyone would want to see." The film has completed production. To see what Jerrol is up to and what kind of work Jed can do, the trailer can be seen here
Rob Heydon Options "Honour Bound"
Dec 15, 2011
Rob Heydon discovered "Honour Bound" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Shawn Whitney. Heydon's credits include "Irvine Welsh's Ecstasy," which was based on the book by the author of "Trainspotting," and which will be released in the U.S .in 2012, as well as the upcoming "Deadlocked," a BBC/Lionsgate co-pro with Helen Mirren attached in the lead role. Shawn Whitney, an executive story consultant for a Montreal-based production company, wrote the soon-to-be-released MOW "Fatal Performance," and he has a number of other films underway, but this is his first option through InkTip.
Joseph Nasser Hires Evan Jacobs
Dec 15, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group met Evan Jacobs through InkTip and hired him to write an untitled feature thriller. This isn't their first project together; Nasser's credits include "Dawn Rider," onto which Evan Jacobs was hired as a creative consultant and which is filming now with Donald Sutherland and Christian Slater in the lead roles, and "Knockout," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, which was shot from the Evan Jacobs script which Nasser originally discovered on InkTip. According to Joe Nasser, who has produced over forty feature films, Evan Jacobs is "one of the best writers I have ever worked with."
Tim VandeSteeg Hires Eleanor Burgess
Dec 15, 2011
Tim VandeSteeg with Indiewood Pictures hired Eleanor Burgess to pen "The Life of Grey" for him, after meeting her through InkTip. Tim's recent credits include "My Run," the ten-time award-winning documentary about a real-life Forrest Gump who ran 75 marathons in 75 days. This latest project, "The Life of Grey," will be produced in partnership with Greytone Entertainment. Eleanor Burgess got her start as a playwright, and her work has been performed on both sides of the Atlantic, but this is her first feature screenwriting success.
Kirsten Cavendish Hires Neil Monaghan
Dec 15, 2011
Kirsten Cavendish with the Cavendish Fante Picture Company met writer Neil Monaghan through InkTip and hired him to pen the feature film "Scooterman." Neil is the writer of "Made in Romania" (starring Jennifer Tilly and Elizabeth Hurley) and the upcoming "The Cursed" (with director Andrew Piddington at the helm). This is Neil's second success through InkTip.
Howard Nash Options "Tables"
Dec 8, 2011
Howard Nash with Starrunner discovered "Tables" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Ron Barenburg. Nash's credits include "The Legends of Nethiah," starring Robert Picardo. "Tables" is a family friendly high concept film about a woman who sees her future self in the mirror one morning and sets out on a journey to find chemistry without knowing exactly what chemistry is. This is Ron's first option through InkTip.
Maritza Guimet Options "Game"
Dec 8, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "For the Love of the Game" by Jim D. Brown and C. Douglas Cloud after finding the script on Inktip.com. The script is actually an adaption of Jim Brown's book "Tim's Big Decision," published in 2001, about a young man trying to find his way in professional baseball, maintain his religious integrity, and somehow find time for his beautiful girlfriend. Maritza picked it up as part of a slate of Movies of the Week for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. This is Jim Brown's second option through InkTip.
Ari Palitz Discovers "Nellie"
Dec 8, 2011
Ari Palitz with Narrator Entertainment discovered "Nellie" on InkTip and entered into a shopping agreement with writer Scott Gray. Palitz' credits include "Minkow" (James Caan) and "Sugar" (Shenae Grimes), which was written by a writer who was also discovered on InkTip. This is Scott Gray's first success through InkTip.
Linda Palmer Hires Chris Pentzell
Dec 8, 2011
Linda Palmer with Runaway Productions found Chris Pentzell through InkTip and hired him onto her feature film "Halloween Party" as a writer. Though originally contracted to write additional material, Pentzell also landed a starring role in the comedy. We're pleased to announce that the film has been shot and is now in post-production. This is Pentzell's third success through InkTip.
Samuel Laseke Options "Blood Brothers"
Dec 8, 2011
Samuel Laseke optioned the short script, "Blood Brothers" from Fassinou Ange after discovering it on InkTip. Samuel has signed several other writers from the site. He said, "Your service has really helped me a lot. I have searched for weeks to find good scripts. I have found many great scripts and writers from InkTip. Currently I am working on 5-6 movies from writers I found through InkTip."
Jeff Orgill Options "Temptation"
Dec 1, 2011
Jeff Orgill with Brooklyn Reptyle Films optioned "Temptation" from Melinda Mullins after finding it on InkTip. Orgill directed the award-winning feature "Boppin' at the Glue Factory," which is available for rental on the newly-formed online service Prescreen. He also has the upcoming project "The Girl with the Wandering Eye." Melinda Mullins is not only a writer in various genres but a veteran film, television and stage actress best known for her role in the television series "Remember WENN."
Joe Toronto Options "The Big Scrum"
Dec 1, 2011
Joe Toronto with Strangeway Productions LLC found "The Big Scrum
Strath Hamilton Options "The Pond Watcher"
Dec 1, 2011
Strath Hamilton of TriCoast Studios found "The Pond Watcher" through InkTip and optioned it from Mark Schnug. Strath and wife Marcy Levitas Hamilton co-founded TriCoast Studios twenty-five years ago and have produced over twenty films. Funding is through their distribution arm, TriCoast Worldwide, which is distributing the upcoming "Two Jakes, with Danny Huston, Jack Huston and Sienna Miller. In addition to its development slate, TriCoast funds film packages as well as films in post-production along with completed films. Mark Schnug is an Austin-based screenwriter.
Carlos Ramos Jr. Options "Kill Katie"
Dec 1, 2011
Carlos Ramos Jr. found the feature thriller "Kill Katie Malone" by Mark Onspaugh on InkTip, produced and directed it with Dean Cain and Stephen Colletti, signed with American World Pictures as the sales rep, and we are now pleased to announce that the completed feature film will be airing this week on The Movie Channel and Showtime. Carlos, whom the Hollywood Examiner called "wildly motivated and all out revolutionary," is a graduate of the prestigious ABC/Disney Producers' Program, and recently directed the web series "Ninety," which he adapted from the popular graphic novel of the same name. Mark Onspaugh was one of the writers on the Newline cult classic "Flight of the Living Dead."
Brian Joseph Ochab Options "Icon"
Dec 1, 2011
Brian Joseph Ochab with Wonder Motion Studios optioned the short script "Death of an Icon" from Gary Rowlands after finding it on InkTip. Brian is the chief creative officer of Wonder Motion Studios. He got his start in the industry in stop motion animation. He directed the children's TV show "My Bedbugs," which he received an Emmy nomination for directing. He has written and is currently producing and directing a stop-motion animation short narrated by Christopher Lee titled "Tim." Gary worked as a staff writer on the UK's legendary series "Spitting Image" for over a four-year period. He has had several shorts optioned and sold through InkTip.
Sacha Parisot Options "The Vault"
Nov 22, 2011
Sacha Parisot with Parisot Productions optioned "The Vault" from Glenn Brown after discovering it through InkTip. Right around the same time, Jose Luis Martinez and Mike Stevens with Miami World Cinema Center (MWCC) read the same script on InkTip. Jose called and asked for an introduction, we connected him with Sacha, they met to review the project, and then they optioned it from Sacha, who is on board as a producer along with Jose and Patrick de Bokay. MWCC is a non-profit studio dedicated to developing local talent and providing resources to expand South Florida's professional independent film industry. Sacha recently directed the feature "Decomposing Tony Maslow" and produced the horror feature "Reservation." MWCC has executive produced two features and is currently co-producing a microbudget drama in Miami. This is Glenn Brown's first option through InkTip.
Luke Daniels Options "A Good Soul"
Nov 22, 2011
Luke Daniels of Redwire Pictures found "A Good Soul" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Diane M. Johnson. The film will be directed by his partner Jonathan Zuck; their credits together include "Within the Darkness," which was also shot from a script Daniels found on InkTip. Diane, who is repped by attorney Darrell Greenwald of Greenwald, Mayfield and Vigil, is the author of eight screenplays which have received recognition from festivals and contests, but this is her first option through InkTip.
Alessi and Ranarivelo Option "Day of Reckoning"
Nov 22, 2011
Paul J. Alessi and Alex Ranarivelo with Partners in Crime Films found "Day of Reckoning" through InkTip and optioned it from Travis Opgenorth. Paul and Alex are releasing their feature "Knuckle Draggers," a "Swingers"-like rom-com on Valentine's Day, 2013. Currently, Paul and producer Chris Brinker ("Boondock Saints") are developing the untitled "Mickey Kelley" feature written by Alex & "Boondock Saints" star Sean Patrick Flannery, who will also direct and act in the project. Alex, who will be at the helm for "Day of Reckoning," just directed the feature "Born to Race." This is Travis Opgenorth's first option through InkTip.
Scatena and Rosner Option "One Eighty"
Nov 22, 2011
Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner of S&R Films discovered "One Eighty" by Brian "B.D." Young, optioned the screenplay, partnered with director Richard Gabai of Check Entertainment, whom they also met through InkTip, and we are pleased to announce that the feature film is now going into production. Richard Gabai's credits include "InSight," (starring Sean Patrick Flannery, Natalie Zea, Thomas Ian Nicholas and Christopher Lloyd) for which InkTip hosted a red carpet release party recently. Gato Scatena was a consulting producer on "Kill Katie Malone," which starred Dean Cain and Masiela Lusha and which was also shot from a script found on InkTip. Both Scatena and Rosner are associate producers on Jerrol LeBaron's upcoming "Fools on the Hill." And Brian Young has a number of feature and MOW writing credits to his resume, with four more films going into production during the next four months alone.
Mark Martino Options "The Ride"
Nov 22, 2011
Mark Martino bought the short script, "The Ride," from Warren Fast after discovering Warren on InkTip. Mark is a senior film student at SUNY Oswego in upstate NY and aspires to direct feature films. Originally, Mark wanted Warren Fast's short "Roadkill," but Warren had already sold it to another InkTip member. He offered Mark "The Ride" after viewing his demo reel. Mark liked "The Ride" even more, and they closed the deal the next day.
Joseph Nasser Options "Project 72"
Nov 17, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group found "Project 72" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Caroline Riley. Some of Nasser's recent credits include "Dawn Rider" with Donald Sutherland and Christian Slater, and "Knockout" with WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and both of those films were written by writers Nasser met on InkTip. Caroline is also the writer on "The Ganzfield Experiment," starring Billy Zane and Rumer Willis, which is in production now. This is her first option through InkTip.
Maritza Guimet Option "The Messenger"
Nov 17, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films found "The Messenger
Barbie Castro Options "A Blind Eye"
Nov 17, 2011
Barbie Castro with Concord Films LLC found "A Blind Eye" on InkTip and optioned it from Lloyd Wagner & Bradford Youngs. Barbie, who is starring in the feature, recently won three Best Actress awards on the festival circuit for the short film "Conduit." Principal photography is set to commence in the 1st quarter of 2012 with award-winning Alyn Darnay as director. Bradford Youngs met Lloyd Wagner through InkTip, and this is their third option through InkTip in the last month.
Benderspink Signs Tribble & Wingo
Nov 17, 2011
Benderspink discovered writing partners Kipp Tribble and Derik Wingo through InkTip. This took place when a producer with a first look deal at Sony discovered their script "The Heist Before Christmas" on the site and referred it over to James Engle at Benderspink, who signed them as clients. Tribble and Wingo's credits include "Coffin" with Kevin Sorbo, Bruce Davison and Sunny Doench, which they wrote, directed and starred in. Coffin had a limited theatrical release in October and will be released on DVD later this year in the US through Artist View Entertainment.
Maurice Davis Options "Turnaround"
Nov 10, 2011
Independent producer Maurice Davis found "Turnaround" on InkTip and optioned it from writers Beverly Gandara and John Han. "Turnaround" is based on John Han's experience using ancestral values and discipline instead of television and drugs to raise his stepson with ADD into a successful, world class jazz musician. Maurice Davis is repped by Jay Kennoff of Kennoff and Machtinger and has been able to get his projects into the hands of studio execs and major agencies with Jay's referrals and backing. This is Bev and John's first option.
Jonathan Bogner Hires Tawny Stokes
Nov 10, 2011
Jonathan Bogner with Bogner Entertainment hired Tawny Stokes aka Vivi Anna after finding her through InkTip. Tawny, an award-winning multi-published novelist, originally pitched another script to Bogner and the meeting resulted into an adaptation deal for her book into a TV pilot. Bogner Entertainment, which includes Jonathan's son, Oliver, has a production deal with Fremantle Media, known for worldwide franchises "American Idol" and "The X Factor." This is Tawny's first option through InkTip.
Kevin Summerfield Hires Jacqueline Loring
Nov 10, 2011
Kevin Summerfield with Scorpio Studios met Jacqueline Loring through InkTip and hired her to develop an as-of-yet untitled international action feature. Kevin has a long list of films under his belt, including the Echo Bridge Entertainment release "The Derby Stallion" (starring Zac Efron), among many others. Jacqueline is a published poet and produced playwright, she was the executive director of the Cape Cod Writers Center, and her screenplays have placed in a number of contests nationwide, but this is her first professional hire as a screenwriter.
Colleen Davie Janes Options
Nov 10, 2011
Colleen Davie Janes of November Entertainment found the short script "The Great Umbrella Adventure" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Thomas McCue. Colleen started out as a production assistant and worked her way up in film under such names as Oliver Stone ("JFK"), Robert De Niro ("A Bronx Tale"), and Sydney Pollack ("Sabrina"), before setting out on her own as a producer. This is Thomas's first option through InkTip.
Greg White Options "Strain"
Nov 3, 2011
Independent producer Greg White found "Strain" on InkTip and optioned it from Gregory Houghton. Greg White is a Dubai-based Canadian producer and this will be his followup to the recently completed thriller feature "Separation." Gregory Houghton won the grand prize in the 2010 Script-a-thon screenwriting contest (Renny Harlin, writer of "Die Hard 2," was the judge). This is Greg's third success through InkTip, and he is repped by the Silver Bitela Agency.
Phillip Guzman Options "Rapture"
Nov 3, 2011
Producer/Director Phillip Guzman discovered scribe Michael Hayes on InkTip and the two have formed a partnership, which resulted in their next film, "Rapture." A known denizen of the Austin, TX film community, Guzman's credits include "2
Joseph Barmettler Options "The Chaser"
Nov 3, 2011
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films discovered the pilot and bible for "The Chaser" through InkTip and entered into a shopping agreement with writer/creator Bobby Salomon to take it to the networks. The Chaser is a one hour drama series based on the memoirs of one of California's most notorious personal injury lawyers. Barmettler, a producer whose credits include "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult "Alien Secrets" (Warner Home Entertainment) got his start writing, producing and directing episodic television. Bobby Salomon has written and directed two TV pilots before, and his resume includes a number of studio-level screenwriting hires, but this is his first success through InkTip.
Annette Van Duren Discovers Alfred Clethen
Nov 3, 2011
Annette Van Duren of Van Duren Agency signed Alfred Clethen as a client after finding him through InkTip. Al, a San Francisco comedy writer and standup comic, shared the stage with names like Robin Williams, Ellen Degeneres and Dana Carvey. He worked with Will Smith on "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air" as a warm-up act. He's also written for Jay Leno, Robin Williams and the Wayans Brothers, including a position as head writer on "The Keenan Ivory Wayans Show," which aired on Fox.
Emily Iason Discovers Martin Cox
Nov 3, 2011
Emily Iason of Bora Bora Films, LLC produced the short script "The Southern Belle," written by Martin Cox. Emily discovered the script on InkTip and bought it. Martin states, "Emily and her crew have done a fantastic job with 'The Southern Belle,' and we are confident that we will do well in the festivals we have entered." This is the second success on InkTip for Martin.
Sunta Izzicupo Options "Legacy"
Oct 27, 2011
Sunta Izzicupo found "Legacy" on InkTip and entered into a shopping agreement with the writer, Jeff Blyth. Sunta is a former CBS executive turned independent producer who did "Mail Order Bride" (Hallmark), "A Perfect Day" (TNT), and "Proof of Lies" (Lifetime), among many others. Jeff Blyth is a WGA and DGA member with a long list of writing and directing credits to his own resume.
Zane Levitt Options "Older than Sin"
Oct 27, 2011
Zane Levitt with Zeta Entertainment optioned "Older than Sin" from Steffan DelPiano after finding it on InkTip. Zane was looking for a limited-location horror script for a director and fell in love with this creepy tale set in a nursing home. Levitt's credits include "Shiloh" and "Montana" (Stanley Tucci, Kyra Sedgwick). This is Steffan's first option.
John Aguirre Hires Rachel Graham
Oct 27, 2011
John Aguirre with My First Day Productions met Rachel Graham on InkTip and hired her to co-write the pilot episode of his children's animated TV series "My First Day Adventures with Buddy Bear." John has a long background in both TV and features; he directed Malin Ackerman in her first feature film "The Utopian Society" and produced "You Did What," and he produced and directed "Buddy Bear in My First Day at Preschool," which won Parenting Magazine's "Video of the Year Award," Scholastic's Parent and Child Magazine's "Best Children's Videos for 2004," and garnered a Telly Award and John Lennon song writing awards for original songs and musical score. Rachel Graham has written articles for a variety of printed and online publications, but this is her first professional screenwriting assignment.
John Orland Hires Michael Daniel
Oct 27, 2011
John Orland with Crossroads Productions Inc. hired Michael Thomas Daniel to adapt a script after meeting him through InkTip. John met Michael at the InkTip Pitch & Networking Summit in July and hired him to adapt the feature script "The Waterman," a tale set in the world of surfing, into a novel to be published by Montecito Press. John has produced features, including "Wheelmen," currently available on Netflix, and been involved in post-production for decades, including "Atlas Shrugged," on which he served as Post-Production Producer, and "The Pool Boys," which premiered in October at Hollywood's famed Chinese Theatre. Michael has written for various formats, including selling numerous short scripts and being hired for two feature projects. He is developing a television series that is being packaged for networks.
Michael Leclair Options "Big Life!"
Oct 20, 2011
Michael Leclair with Lush Arts & Entertainment found "Big Life!" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Philip Eckman. Leclair and his partner, Barbara Cooper, found the script in almost record time, just days after getting set up with their InkTip account.This is Eckman's first option through InkTip.
David Roe Options "Bad in Bed"
Oct 20, 2011
David Roe with Grand Bay Films Pty Ltd found "Bad in Bed" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Zoe Simms. David and Zoe are both based in Australia, so this was a good match as he wanted to find an Australian writer. David's producing credits include "The Coca-Cola Kid" (MGM) and "Storyville" (20th-Century Fox). The high-concept comedy script placed in the top 10% at the Austin Film Festival.
Bob Willems Options "Desecrated"
Oct 20, 2011
Bob Willems with Champion Entertainment found "Desecrated" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Mark Daniels. Bob is a producer and talent rep out of Houston with credits like "Renfield the Undead" and "WiseGirls" to his name. Writer Mark Daniels recently wrote the feature "Mind's Eye" (starring Malcolm McDowell), which was found on InkTip and just wrapped just this summer.
Maritza Guimet Options "Preacher's Man"
Oct 20, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films found "Preacher's Man" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Clint Morey. Maritza picked it up as part of a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. Clint has been a Nicholl semi-finalist, had a web short script produced, a couple of other feature scripts optioned, and is working on a couple pending options on other properties, but this is his first InkTip success.
Elizabeth Snoderly Options "Bloody Homecoming"
Oct 20, 2011
Elizabeth Snoderly with DAVED Productions found "Bloody Homecoming" on InkTip, bought it outright from writer Jake Helgren, and we're now pleased to announce that the film has completed principal photography. Elizabeth's recent projects include the comedy feature "3 Times a Charm" and the young teen travel series "Passport to Explore." This was Helgren's third outright sale through InkTip, and his second feature film to be produced in 2011.
Gregory Dixon Discovers John Newman
Oct 20, 2011
Gregory Dixon bought the short script "Harry and Sara" from writer John Newman after discovering it on InkTip. Gregory will direct the film, which will be produced by himself and Kevin McGrail in Chicago. This is the second short script sale for John, who has optioned feature and TV pilots in the past.
Producer T.J. Mancini optioned the script "Funeral for a Hitman" after discovering it on InkTip. Written by Ross Mahler, the crime story centers on Irish hitmen who attend their bosses wake. The project has since been retitled "Hitman's Funeral."
Damon Jamal Options "Rolling"
Oct 13, 2011
Damon Jamal with In Yo FACE Filmworks found "Rolling" on InkTip, optioned it from Peter Bisson, Mike Korich & Jason Medbury, and just completed principal photography on the feature. "Rolling" is a modern-day "The Breakfast Club" with the sensibilities of today's youth. In Yo FACE Filmworks, with offices in the Bay Area and Hollywood, is expanding to features. The project, previously known as "The Day Players," is the first produced feature for the writing team.
TJ Mancini Hires Ross Mahler
Oct 13, 2011
TJ Mancini with Crossroads Production & Mgmt. met writer Ross Mahler through InkTip and hired him to co-write "On Top of the World." Mancini had already optioned Mahler's script "Funeral for a Hitman." Mancini produced the Sidney Lumet film "Find Me Guilty," starring Vin Diesel. Mahler is also working on another project for Mancini.
Christian Peschken Options "Quad C"
Oct 13, 2011
Independent producer Christian Peschken found "Quad C" on InkTip and optioned it from writer William Mark Clarke. Peschken's credits include "Dillinger and Capone" and "Flight of the Dove," among others. "Quad C" is an inspirational story set in a prison, and according to Christian "one of the reasons I chose the script is that Mark, as a former correctional officer, is an expert on the subject and his writing and dialogue had a lot of authenticity." This is Mark's second option, and his first through InkTip.
Sharon Lewis Finds "A Bloody Fortune"
Oct 13, 2011
Sharon Lewis with Urbansoul found "A Bloody Fortune" on InkTip and optioned it from writers Barry Morrison and Pat O'Neil. Sharon is an actor-turned-producer whose film "Chains" aired on HBO after winning best sci-fi short at the Chicago International Film Festival. They have optioned two feature scripts in the past, including one other through InkTip. Says Barry
Gary Chan Options "Thanks, Lucinda"
Oct 13, 2011
Gary Chan produced the short film, "Thanks, Lucinda," written by John Porter after discovering it on InkTip. Gary is a puppeteer in New York. Although some revisions were necessary to change the live-action script to a green-screen puppet narrative, the option, collaboration, and production took place over a course of a few days. This was the first the first puppet narrative for both artists. John said of Gary, "He's very good, very easy to work with, and very fast."
Terry Porter Options "Kheng Kheng"
Oct 13, 2011
Terry Porter with Flat Rock Motion Pictures found the family feature animation script "Kheng Kheng Crocodile" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Donna Lisa. Terry is a veteran agent turned producer (with such upcoming projects as "We Are Not Good Girls") who was looking for a family-friendly animation piece, and Donna Lisa's oeuvre was right up his alley. Donna Lisa was the 2011 Moondance and 2011 Worldfest Houston winning screenwriter in the children's television and feature categories, respectively, and this is her second success through InkTip.
Maritza Guimet Options "Celibacy"
Oct 6, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films found "Celibacy in the City" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Joan Jeby Fine. Maritza picked it up as part of a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. This is Joan's first option through InkTip, although she's already a produced feature writer.
Joe Nasser Hires Evan Jacobs
Oct 6, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group, after meeting Evan Jacobs through InkTip, commissioned him as a consultant and writer to help develop "Dawn Rider." And we're excited to announce that principal photography on the project is complete and the film is now in post-production. "Dawn Rider" stars Donald Sutherland and Christian Slater, and it isn't Joe and Evan's first project together; Nasser also produced "Knockout" recently, with WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in the lead role, from a spec script Evan listed on InkTip. According to Nasser, Jacobs is "one of the best writers I have ever worked with."
Erik Heintz Discovers Jared Cohn
Oct 6, 2011
Erik Heintz of HG Entertainment met writer Jared Cohn through InkTip and signed to rep him as his manager. The meeting took place at the InkTip Pitch & Networking Summit in July, after Jared flew out from Long Island to pitch his award-winning script "Traced." Jared has had three feature films produced from scripts he wrote, and his credits include "Born Bad," which is currently playing on Lifetime TV.
Von Ryan Finds "Winnie and Thunderose"
Oct 6, 2011
Von Ryan with Hollywood Arts Society found "Winnie and Thunderose" through InkTip and entered into a representation agreement for this project with the writer/producer Herman Franck. Hollywood Arts Society is dedicated to helping disadvantaged people through cinema, television, music and fine arts. Writer Franck is an attorney and author of twenty-four books.
Trudy Sargent Options "Anton"
Oct 6, 2011
Los Angeles producer and director Trudy Sargent with Red Pictures optioned the short script, "Anton," from Fassinou Ange after finding it on InkTip. Trudy mentioned that they are thrilled to work with Fassinou and plan to not only produce the short, but develop it into a feature film. This is the second short Trudy has picked up from InkTip. The other, "The Boy Who Became King" was produced last year and has garnered awards. Trudy is also co-producing a feature, "Broken Doll," written by Mark Hefti, whom she met last year at the InkTip Pitch and Networking Summit. "We love InkTip!" she stated.
Sheryl Brown Options "Wild Heart"
Sep 29, 2011
Sheryl Brown with Real to Reel Productions found "Wild Heart" by Marc Calderwood on InkTip, and she and co-producer Fritz Eberle optioned it. Sheryl produced "Malice in Wonderland
Jannu Goldschmidt Options "Silver Arrow"
Sep 29, 2011
Jannu Goldschmidt with PH66 found "Silver Arrow" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Jonathan Richardson. Jannu is an independent producer who's worked with networks like ABC, MTV, Bravo and A&E. Jonathan Richardson has worked as a freelance copywriter for nearly ten years, but this is his first feature script option.
Jonathan Zuck Options "Within Darkness"
Sep 29, 2011
Luke Daniels of Redwire Pictures found "Within the Darkness" by Cheryl Compton on InkTip. He sent it over to his director friend Jonathan Zuck, and Zuck has now completed principal photography on the film. "Within The Darkness" is Zuck's follow up to "Circle," which he executive produced and Luke Daniels produced. The script for "Within the Darkness" was a 2010 Finalist in the annual Horror Screenplay Contest, and the writer's other scripts have placed in or won a number of other contests, but this is Cheryl's first success through InkTip.
Wolfgang Wagenknecht Options "Rotavelle"
Sep 29, 2011
Wolfgang U. Wagenknecht with Riot Films optioned "Rotavelle" from writers Lloyd Wagner & Bradford Youngs after finding it through InkTip. Wolfgang's credits include "White Air" with Dominique Swain, Riley Smith and Tom Sizemore, the upcoming crime thriller "The Great Ones," and "Lasso the Moon" which he co-wrote. Bradford Youngs heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which has produced several television pilots and episodic shows for numerous networks. He originally met Lloyd Wagner through InkTip, and this was their second feature script option to take place within a 48 hour period.
Cindi Rice Options "No Exit"
Sep 22, 2011
Cindi Rice with Epic Level Entertainment found "No Exit" on InkTip and optioned it from writer Alex Silver. "'No Exit' is a horror 'Groundhog Day' about a guy trying to stop a chain of events that leads to his own death, unless he can alter his fate," according to Alex. And the project is perfect for Cindi, who specializes in genre material and whose credits include "Midnight Chronicles" and the upcoming "XOMBIE Feature Film." Alex Silver's credits include the Troma pic "Killer Yacht Party." This is his first option through InkTip.
Jeff Orgill Options "3-D Triangle"
Sep 22, 2011
Jeff Orgill with Brooklyn Reptyle Productions found "3-D Triangle" on InkTip and optioned it from Mark Daniels. Orgill directed the award-winning feature "Boppin' at the Glue Factory," which will be released on the newly-formed online service Prescreen. He also has the upcoming project "The Girl with the Wandering Eye." Writer Mark Daniels wrote the feature "Mind's Eye" (Malcolm McDowell), which was found on InkTip and just wrapped last month. During the past year, Daniels specialized in several limited-location scripts that producers on InkTip optioned.
Colleen Davie Janes Options "Peripheral Vision"
Sep 22, 2011
Colleen Davie Janes with November Entertainment optioned "Peripheral Vision" by Phyllis Heltay after discovering the script on InkTip. Colleen started out as a production assistant and worked her way up in film under such names as Oliver Stone ("JFK"), Robert De Niro ("A Bronx Tale"), and Sydney Pollack ("Sabrina"), before setting out on her own as a producer/director. Phyllis Heltay is a seasoned screenwriting contest veteran whose material consistently places in the top ten with name contests, and in fact, "Peripheral Vision" was the 2009 first place winner at StoryPros, as well as the third place winner at Page International. "Once again, InkTip has done a stellar job connecting a producer with a project that would have had no other way to get exposure," said Phyllis.
Jacob Shelton Options "Going Ballistic"
Sep 22, 2011
Jacob Shelton with Arcline Entertainment optioned "Going Ballistic" from Nate Gubin after seeing it on InkTip. "Going Ballistic" is a dark comedy about an overweight housewife who tries to kill her cheating husband with a very small gun, and with just one location, two characters, and a ton of emotion, the script was perfect for Jacob, who is being mentored on his first feature film by some pretty big names in the industry. This is Nate's first option through InkTip.
Robert Bruce Discovers Rachel Kempf
Sep 22, 2011
Robert Bruce of Road's End Films bought the short script, "Jeff and Wendy" from Rachel Kempf after discovering it on InkTip. Production is scheduled for later this year. This is the second script Rachel has sold through InkTip. Road's End Films is an award-winning production company based out of Oregon.
Rob Walker Options "Demon"
Sep 15, 2011
Rob Walker optioned Demon from Bernie Felix after meeting Bernie through InkTip. Rob 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, and he's worn almost every hat you can wear in film; he was even a gogo dancer in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" with Donnie Osmond. Bernie Felix Jr. is one of InkTip's best and brightest upcoming writers. He wrote "Fiesta Grand," which was discovered on InkTip and distributed worldwide by Maverick Entertainment.
Ehren Koepf Options "The Source"
Sep 15, 2011
Ehren Koepf with Fighting Ant Productions optioned "The Source" from Marcus Lee after finding it on InkTip. Ehren was a first assistant director on the feature "The Harimaya Bridge" (Danny Glover) and produced the 2010 documentary "The Singularity is Near" (with Pauly Perette, star of "NCIS"), based on futurist Ray Kurzweil's famous 2005 work. Marcus Lee wrote "The Source" as a limited-location, intense thriller, which received a lot of interest from producers on InkTip.
Tim Vandesteeg Hires Tony Boland
Sep 15, 2011
Tim Vandesteeg with Indiewood Pictures met Tony Boland through InkTip and hired him to write "Pushing Life." This will be a narrative feature film version of Indiewood's and Destiny Pictures' award winning documentary "My Run," which was based on the true story of a real-life Forrest Gump who ran 75 marathons in 75 days. "My Run," which was narrated by Billy Bob Thornton, will be available on September 20th through Virgil Films, distributor of such documentary titles as "Supersize Me" and "Restrepo." Tony Boland landed this work-for-hire on the strength of a writing sample which was a finalist in Scriptapalooza.
Jacqui Adler Options "Love Restored"
Sep 15, 2011
Ben and Jacqui Adler with Cobblestone Films optioned "Love Restored" by Johnny B. Dunn and Georgia K Vinson after finding it on InkTip. In an interesting twist, Jacqui read the script and liked it but couldn't find it on the site when she went back to contact the writer. The script had expired from the site, but fortunately Johnny had another one up in its place, so a near miss turned into a home run. This is Johnny's second option through InkTip.
Tyler Oliver Options "The First"
Sep 8, 2011
Tyler Oliver with Vindicated Pictures found "The First" on InkTip and optioned it from writers Lloyd Wagner & Bradford Youngs. Tyler, who just directed the feature "Forget Me Not" (starring Bella Thorne), needed a limited-location script and now has his next directing project. Bradford Youngs heads Twilight Entertainment/Twilight Studios, which has produced several television pilots and episodic shows for numerous networks. He originally found Lloyd Wagner through InkTip and hired him to head story development. Since then, they have collaborated on a number of scripts.
Maritza Guimet Options "Bridge"
Sep 8, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "A Bridge to Cross" by Jim D. Brown and C. Douglas Cloud after finding the script on InkTip. The script was actually an adaptation of Jim Brown's book "A Bridge to Cross" published in 2003," about former baseball player John Swift who is trying to "Cross that Bridge" to rid himself of anger and frustration because of a particularly nasty injury that he feels robbed him of a professional baseball career. Maritza picked it up as part of a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. This is Jim Brown's first option through InkTip.
Brett Donowho Options "No Tell Motel"
Sep 8, 2011
Brett Donowho with Quorum Entertainment optioned "No Tell Motel" from T.J. Cimfel after finding the script on InkTip. Enderby Entertainment picked it up for Brett to direct, and principle photography has just completed on the feature film. This is the 148th feature film which started from a script being read on InkTip, and it's T.J.'s first option AND first produced feature film credit.
UTA Signs Mark Davidson
Sep 8, 2011
Alexander Robb with Melee Entertainment discovered Mark E. Davidson on InkTip and introduced him to Geoff Morley at UTA, who signed Mark as a literary client. Robb started Insignia Entertainment specifically with the objective of finding and developing male-driven action material, and Mark was his first find through InkTip. Another one of Mark's InkTip successes was being hired to write "The Lost Tribe" for Avatar Entertainment, and this is Mark's eighth success resulting from one of his scripts being read on InkTip.
Maritza Guimet Options "Jonah"
Sep 1, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films found "Jonah" by Marshall Parsons on InkTip. One of Maritza's producing partners discovered the script while looking for a writer to hire onto another project. He forwarded the script to Maritza to show her the quality of work he was finding on the site, and Maritza promptly put it in with a slate of MOWs she's developing for OlympuSAT cable television outlets. This is Marshall's first option through InkTip.
Dan Barentine Options "Sevan"
Sep 1, 2011
Dan Barentine with Lamplighter Pictures found "Sevan" on InkTip and optioned it from the writing team of Morgan Pellitteri & Niko Nikoyan. The project will be a joint venture between Lamplighter Pictures, LLC and Buffalo Boy Productions, Inc., the production company for actor Chad Michael Murray ("One Tree Hill," "The Haunting in Georgia"). This is writers Pellitteri & Nikoyan's first option together.
TJ Mancini Hires Ross Mahler
Sep 1, 2011
TJ Mancini with Crossroads Production & Mgmt. met writer Ross Mahler through InkTip and hired him to co-write "Conspiracy of Ravens." Mancini had already optioned Mahler's script "Funeral for a Hitman." Mancini produced the Sidney Lumet film "Find Me Guilty," starring Vin Diesel. Mahler is also working on another project for Mancini.
Carol Shine Hires Michael Brody
Sep 1, 2011
Carol Ann Shine with Flypaper Entertainment hired Michael Brody to write "Suspect" after meeting him on InkTip. "Suspect" is a pilot script in a television series being developed for Carol's partner, veteran actor/producer Rockmond Dunbar ("Prison Break," "The Chicago Code"), who will play the lead role in the show. Carol's credits include "Pastor Brown," "The Confident," and she was a consulting producer on Sony's "The Human Contract," among many others. This is Michael's fourth success through InkTip.
Robert Bruce Discovers Sean Wathen
Sep 1, 2011
Robert Bruce of Road's End Films bought Sean Wathen's short script, "Cries" after meeting him through InkTip. This is the first sale of a short for Sean. Originally, Robert emailed Sean asking if he had any shorts he could review. Sean sent over a few loglines. One caught Robert's eye, and he read the script, sending an offer to Sean overnight. Road's End Films is an award-winning production company based out of Oregon.
Lucas Jarach Options "Insect"
Aug 25, 2011
Producer Lucas Jarach optioned "Insect" from Evan Jacobs after finding it on InkTip. Jarach produced the features "Without Men" (Eva Longoria, Christian Slater), "Dead Awake" (Nick Stahl, Rose McGowan) and "American Virgin" (Rob Schneider). Evan Jacobs' scripts have led to a number of InkTip options and hires, including the 2011 feature film "Knockout" starring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.
Maritza Guimet Options "Waltz"
Aug 25, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "The Waltz" by Ray Chesin after finding the script on InkTip. Maritza picked it up as part of a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. Ray Chesin has worn a lot of hats in the entertainment industry, but this is his first feature script option.
Jeff Mosely Hires Keenan Murray
Aug 25, 2011
Jeff Mosely with 3J Films met Keenan Murray through InkTip and hired him to write his first independent feature "Chasing Rodriguez." Eric Lapp was brought on board as a second writer, and we're happy to announce that the feature film went into production just last week. Jeff Mosely is a seasoned actor and stuntman with credits like "Milk" and "The Pursuit of Happyness" and "Matrix
Whitt Brantley Discovers Brian Devlin
Aug 25, 2011
Whitt Brantley with WBMT Literary, Film and Television met Brian Devlin through InkTip and signed to rep him as a client. The script which caught Whitt's eye was "Money Can Dream," about a family who establishes a private currency to support vulnerable communities during an economic depression. Its success begins to challenge the national currency and helps resolve the family's own bitter conflicts. This is Brian's first success through InkTip.
Kirsten Cavendish Options "Two Wrongs"
Aug 18, 2011
Kirsten Cavendish with the Cavendish Fante Picture Company optioned "Two Wrongs" from Neil Monaghan after finding the script on InkTip. The film will be produced with her partner John Fante, with Kirsten at the helm as director. Neil is the writer of "Made in Romania" (starring Jennifer Tilly and Elizabeth Hurley) and the upcoming "The Cursed" (with director Andrew Piddington at the helm). This is Neil's first option through InkTip.
Jonathan Zuck Options "Within Darkness"
Aug 18, 2011
Luke Daniels with Redwire Pictures found "Within the Darkness" by Cheryl Compton on InkTip. He sent it over to his director friend Jonathan Zuck, and Zuck has now purchased the script and is prepping it for production. "Within The Darkness" was a 2010 Finalist in the annual Horror Screenplay Contest, and the writer's other scripts have placed in or won a number of other contests, but this is Cheryl's first success through InkTip.
Steve Chicorel Hires Kraig Wenman
Aug 18, 2011
Producer Steve Chicorel, representing Yi Sang Media, hired Kraig Wenman to write a blockbuster Chinese film trilogy currently titled "Creation of the Gods" after discovering him through InkTip. An A-list director is currently being sought. The big-budget 3-D English language trilogy, planned for a worldwide theatrical release, is described as a Chinese "Lord of the Rings" and is adapted from the epic fantasy novels written in the Ming Dynasty titled "Creation of the Gods." Beijing-based financier Baiyi Chen and Chicorel originally met writer Wenman on InkTip when optioning one of his spec scripts.
John Murlowski Hires Steve Peterson
Aug 18, 2011
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films found Steven Palmer Peterson on InkTip and hired him to write "Deadly Sibling Rivalry." We're pleased to announce that the MOW is now complete and will air this Saturday on Lifetime, so check your local listings. The film was directed by Hanelle Culpepper and produced by John Murlowski, Tom Shell, and Johnson Chan. "Deadly Sibling Rivalry" stars Charisma Carpenter ("Buffy
Azriel Prasad Options "Butterfly
Aug 18, 2011
Azriel Prasad of Melting Igloo Productions in Australia optioned the short script, "Butterfly
Rosser Goodman Finds "Love..."
Aug 11, 2011
Rosser Goodman with KGB Films optioned "Love or Whatever" from Dennis Bush, after finding it on InkTip. Things are progressing well, and we're proud to announce that the film went into production just this past weekend. The film stars Kate Flannery (NBC's "The Office") and Michael Carbonaro (Bobcat Goldthwait's upcoming "God Bless America") among others. Though he's already a successful playwright, "Love or Whatever" was Dennis' first screenplay.
Maritza Guimet Options "Light from the Heart"
Aug 11, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "A Light from the Heart" from B.D. Young after discovering the script on InkTip. Maritza discovered the script while putting together a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. Brian D. Young has a number of projects underway currently, including scripts discovered on InkTip by Mark Morgan ("Twilight," "The Wedding Planner"), and Jaffe/Braunstein Films (Matt Damon's "The Informant").
Whitt Brantley Discovers William Bearden
Aug 11, 2011
Whitt Brantley with WBMT Literary, Film and Television met William Bearden and David Tankersley through InkTip and signed them as clients. The script which caught Whitt's eye was "Chasing the Dragon," which is based on the true story of explorer Richard Halliburton. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009. William and David's credits include "One Came Home," which they wrote and directed last year, but this is their first success through InkTip.
Michael Ciccone Finds "Visiting Hour"
Aug 11, 2011
Michael Ciccone of Truce Films has purchased the short script "Visiting Hour" from John Newman. The film is scheduled to complete the production phase before the end of 2011 and will be shot on 16mm. It will be directed by Nicholas Clifford and shot by Charlie Sarroff. Michael will be producing. John, in addition, has been working with Mick Fowler Productions to write and develop TV pilots.
Jay Holben Options "The Planet of the Gods"
Aug 4, 2011
Jay Holben of Adakin Productions optioned the feature script "The Planet of the Gods" from Eric Steele after finding it on InkTip. Holben just completed producing and shooting the feature film "Two Million Stupid Women." His short film "Hunger" was selected by horror icon John Carpenter as one of his favorites in the AMC MonsterFest competition. He has also been a consultant for the hit series "Dexter" in addition to his career in cinematography, directing and producing. Writer Eric Steele is a produced sci-fi and action writer.
Pat Furnare Buys "Going Guido"
Aug 4, 2011
Pat Furnare purchased "Going Guido" from Anthony Puleo after finding it on InkTip. Pat is a former Sony Pictures Entertainment studio exec who founded the independent production company Boo Entertainment, LLC. The sale of this spec script is Anthony's first success through InkTip.
Art Thomas Options Jordan & Brown Script
Aug 4, 2011
Arthur O. Thomas with Main Man Films optioned "Pain & Anger
Allen Martinez Options "The House that Jackie Built"
Aug 4, 2011
Allen Martinez with Softcelluoid Films optioned the pilot script "The House that Jackie Built" from Lynn Grant Beck after finding it on InkTip. Martinez is a long-time DGA member repped as a director by Zero Gravity Management. He directed the muliti-award-winning short film "Intelligence" starring Milo Ventimiglia (of NBC's "Heroes"), from a script discovered on InkTip, and recently shot a teaser for his latest feature project "Red Market," which was also optioned from an InkTip writer. Writer Lynn Grant Beck has written and produced several successful Off-Off Broadway plays. This is her third success through InkTip.
Dave Rodriguez Options "Edge of Sanity"
Jul 28, 2011
Dave Rodriguez with Cine Relevante optioned "Edge of Sanity" from Shawn Knox after finding it on InkTip. The project begins principal photography this October in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Rodriguez directed the award-winning features "Push" (Chazz Palminteri, Michael Rapaport) and "American Bully" (Matt O'Leary, Marshall Allman). This is Shawn's second option. Rodriguez is represented by Gersh and Zero Gravity Management.
Olson Brothers Option "The Leash"
Jul 28, 2011
Obin and Amariah Olson optioned "The Leash" from Gregory Scott Houghton and William E. Roth after discovering it through InkTip. The Olson Brothers are repped by Doug Johnston and Jason Burns at UTA, who discovered them on the strength of a film they directed from a script which they also found on InkTip. Greg Houghton is repped by Barbara Bitela of the Silver/Bitela Agency, and this is his first option through InkTip.
Maritza Guimet Options "Reading, PA"
Jul 28, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "Reading, PA" from Sarah Brockmann after discovering it through InkTip. Maritza discovered the script while putting together a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. Sarah's scripts have placed in the top ten percent of a number of recognized screenwriting contests, but this is her first option.
The Brandi Brothers Option "Hide"
Jul 28, 2011
Jamison and Jason Brandi with Brandi Brothers Productions discovered "Hide" by Frank Crawford-Herman through InkTip, and we're proud to say that they optioned the script and recently completed the feature-length film! The film was picked up by R-Squared Films for worldwide distribution, and will be screening at AFM this November. Jamison is one of those rare up-and-comers who got hired to direct a feature film while still in film school, where he completed the commercial film "Johnson Family Christmas Dinner" instead of a student thesis film, and "Hide" is his second feature. This is Frank Herman's first option through InkTip.
Jason Beauchamp Options Krawchuk Short
Jul 28, 2011
Shelly Krawchuk has optioned her short script "Two Sides of the Same Coin" to Jason Beauchamp after he discovered it on InkTip. Jason is a student at The Groundlings and the renowned Lee Stasberg Institute, where many American legends went
Susan Johnston Options "The Cargo"
Jul 21, 2011
Susan Johnston with Select Services Films optioned "The Cargo" by Reggie Keyohara after discovering it through InkTip. Susan received the Maverick Filmmaker honor from Cinequest in 2006 and is currently the VP of Production of Big Vision Studios as well as Founder and Director of the New Media Film Festival. This is Reggie's second option, and his first through InkTip.
David DeCoteau Hires Barbara Kymlicka
Jul 21, 2011
David DeCoteau of Rapid Heart Pictures hired Barbara Kymlicka to write "1313
Todd Grodnick Options "Detours"
Jul 21, 2011
Todd Grodnick with Merrill Entertainment optioned "Detours" from Abbey Cleland after discovering the script through InkTip. Todd, who calls The Lot Studios home, actually met Abbey at the first InkTip Pitch & Networking Summit last summer. This is Abbey's first option through InkTip.
Andrew Milner Hires Adrian Moss
Jul 21, 2011
Andrew Milner with Spitfire Films hired Adrian Moss to write an untitled television sitcom pilot after meeting him through InkTip. Milner jets back and forth between Seattle, WA and Perth, Australia in his production work, and Adrian Moss is based out of the UK. This is Adrian's third success through InkTip.
Paul Shepherd Discovers Vandegrift & Wilson
Jul 21, 2011
Twenty-four-year-old British producer, Paul Shepherd, with ITV Fixer has guided Persephone Vandegrift and Sophie Wilson to adapt their original screenplay, "QuikSlvr," into an ITV Fixers film. ITV Fixers is a UK based media project. Sophie met Persephone through our shorts section on InkTip while looking for a short to produce with grant money from the U.K. Eventually, they collaborated on a contemporary script. Sophie sent the script to ITV Fixer, who expressed their interest in producing it.
Maritza Guimet Options "Christmas in July"
Jul 14, 2011
Maritza Guimet with CPA Films optioned "Christmas in July" from Bret Kofford after discovering it through InkTip. Maritza discovered the script while putting together a slate of MOWs for OlympuSAT cable television outlets, to be produced simultaneously in English and Spanish. So this option for Bret will actually result in two feature-length films in two languages, which will then be distributed on at least two cable channels within the next couple years. Bret has written for television and film in the past, but this is his first success through InkTip.
Beard & Murphy Option "High Windows"
Jul 14, 2011
Jeff Beard and Brendan Gabriel Murphy optioned "High Windows" from Brian Richard Mori after finding it on InkTip. Murphy recently directed the multi-award winning film, "Swerve", starring Shiloh Fernandez and Juno Temple. This is Brian Mori's 3rd option through InkTip.
Michael Kuciak Discovers Ian Holt
Jul 14, 2011
Michael Kuciak discovered Ian Holt through InkTip, signed to represent him as his manager, and landed him the largest first-time author deal in history, a gig co-writing "Dracula
Robert Child Discovers Lee Martin
Jul 14, 2011
Robert Child with Rob Child & Associates is attached to direct "Civil War Christmas" by Lee Martin, which he discovered on InkTip. Robert has built a long career directing historical features and specials such as "The Wereth Eleven" and "Gettysburg
Oliver Marshall Discovers Mark Daniels
Jul 14, 2011
Oliver Marshall has completed production on the short film "The Secret of the Universe". Mark Daniels wrote the script that Oliver discovered on InkTip. Oliver is currently scoring the film and working on the special effects.
Roma Roth Options "Perfect Parents"
Jul 7, 2011
Roma Roth with Reel World Management optioned "Perfect Parents" from Brian Young after finding it on InkTip. Roma, a producer and manager and loyal InkTip member, specializes in female-driven and family-friendly television material. Brian Young has had a number of successes through InkTip, including scripts discovered by Mark Morgan ("Twilight," "The Wedding Planner"), and Jaffe/Braunstein Films (Matt Damon's "The Informant"). Roma previously hired Brian to pen a family-friendly feature, so this is not Brian's first success story with Roma.
Tony Picciotti Hires Mark Daniels
Jul 7, 2011
Tony Picciotti hired Mark Daniels to re-write the feature "Guardian of Chance" after meeting the writer through InkTip. Tony, an East Coast musical filmmaker and theater director, recently completed the festival award-winning "Beautifully Cruel," which was written by another writer found through InkTip and featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine. Daniels' feature script "Mind's Eye" is currently being filmed and stars Malcolm McDowell, Dean Cain and Natalie Distler.
Terence O'Keefe Options "Secrets, Favors & Lies"
Jul 7, 2011
Terence O'Keefe, writer, producer and director with Vanguard Productions optioned "Secrets, Favors & Lies" from Robert Hazel after finding it on InkTip. Terence produced the 2005 feature "Alien Express," which was discovered through InkTip.
Daniel Elder Options "Hybrid"
Jul 7, 2011
Daniel Elder with State and Cabrillo optioned "Hybrid" from George Obermiller after finding it on InkTip. Daniel worked as a production supervisor on "You May Not Kiss the Bride" (Rob Schneider, Katharine McPhee). He also has experience in television, producing on shows such as "Mexico
Tom Grejs Discovers C.M. Smith
Jul 7, 2011
Pre-production on the short film "Unfortunate" has begun after Tom Grejs discovered the short by C.M. Smith on InkTip. Filming will commence in July. Tom is a director in Sweden.
Rebecca Brown Options Halloween Feature
Jun 30, 2011
Rebecca Brown with Stylopik optioned an Untitled feature Halloween adventure script from Pat Carey after discovering it through InkTip. Rebecca so enjoyed Pat's style and skill that she asked what else the writer had, and he happened to have a Halloween adventure which fit the bill perfectly! Rebecca will be producing this with her partner, Oscar Guido. Pat was recently accepted into the prestigious UCLA MFA program in screenwriting.
Ehren Koepf Options "Bob the Robot"
Jun 30, 2011
Ehren Koepf with Fighting Ant Productions purchased the script "Bob the Robot" from Malcolm McClintick after finding it on InkTip. Ehren was a first assistant director on the feature "The Harimaya Bridge" (Danny Glover) and produced the 2010 documentary "The Singularity is Near" (with Pauly Perette, star of "NCIS"), based on futurist Ray Kurzweil's famous 2005 work. Malcolm wrote the comedy feature "Bumping off Burt," which was discovered through InkTip.
Windy Borman Hires Tim O'Brien
Jun 30, 2011
Windy Borman with D.V.A. Productions hired Tim O'Brien to pen the feature documentary "The Eyes of Thailand" after meeting the writer through InkTip. Windy Borman directed the feature with her producing partner, award-winning producer Tim VandeSteeg of Indiewood Pictures, and the film is now in post-production. O'Brien was iniatially discovered through InkTip when VandeSteeg hired him to write the feature romcom "Fall Into Me." This first success was just the start; as writer Tim O'Brien put it "InkTip has created a snowball effect for me. I've become a "go-to" writer for directors who have found my work on InkTip - either by optioning my screenplays or hiring me based on the quality and style of my material."
Entertainment 7 Options "All I Want for Christmas"
Jun 30, 2011
Entertainment 7 optioned "All I Want for Christmas" by Eilis Mernagh after finding it on InkTip. Entertainment 7 has distributed feature films for over a decade along with producing films such as "Baby on Board" (Heather Graham). Writer Mernagh is based in Ireland and wrote a recent short film and produced another.
Abrams Artists Signs Ian Holt
Jun 30, 2011
Amy Wagner and Ron Gwiazda with Abrams Artists discovered Ian Holt on InkTip and signed to rep him. Ian's first success through InkTip took place when manager Mike Kuciak discovered him and got him a gig writing a feature film "Dr. Chopper." That success rolled into an assignment co-writing the long-awaited sequel to Bram Stoker's 1897 classic "Dracula" titled "Dracula the Un-Dead," which went on to be a New York Times bestseller. So we're excited to announce that Ian Holt now has both management AND agency representation through InkTip, and we're looking forward to announcing his next deal shortly.
Lucas Jarach Options "Gone with Gable"
Jun 23, 2011
Producer Lucas Jarach optioned "Gone with Gable" from Beau Hilliard after finding it through InkTip. Jarach produced the feature "Without Men" (Eva Longoria, Christian Slater), which is slated for release in theaters in July, as well as "Dead Awake" (Nick Stahl, Rose McGowan) and "American Virgin" (Rob Schneider). This is Hilliard's twelfth option. He wrote the 2010 feature "The Back Country."
Alex Hyde-White Options "Corpsemen"
Jun 23, 2011
Alex Hyde-White with TMG optioned "Corpsemen" by Marc Bloom after finding the script on InkTip. TMG is an actor-based production outfit, and CEO Alex Hyde-White has appeared in such films as "Pretty Woman," "Catch Me if You Can," "The Adventures of Tin Tin," and "Game Change" He also directed the soon-to-be-released "Three Days," which is entering the festival circuit this season. Marc Bloom is a produced TV writer based out of South Africa, and this is his third option through InkTip.
Jeff Ross Discovers Sean Wathen
Jun 23, 2011
Jeff Ross discovered Sean Wathen through InkTip and signed to represent him as his manager. Long-time InkTip member Jeff Ross Entertainment reps such talent as Larry Cohen (writer of "Phone Booth" with Colin Farrell and "Cellular" with Kim Bassinger) and Charles Robert Carner (writer of "Witless Protection" with Larry the Cable Guy). Sean has sold two scripts and optioned another within just the last two months, which is why his name frequents the recent InkTip successes.
Alex Gomez Options "Matt's Obsession"
Jun 23, 2011
Producer Alex Gomez has picked up Kristen Alario's short script, "Matt's Obsession," off of InkTip. The film will be produced later this year in the UK.
Minds Eye Entertainment, the company behind numerous genre films such as "The Tall Man" (Jessica Biel) and "Faces in the Crowd" (Milla Jovovich, Julian McMahon, Sarah Wayne Callies), added two more projects to their stable
Joseph Barmettler Options "Sirens' Song"
Jun 16, 2011
Joseph Barmettler with New Integrity Films optioned "Sirens' Song" by Richard Roth and Diana Hollenbeck after finding the script on InkTip. Barmettler, a producer whose credits include "Beach Kings" (MGM/Fox Home Entertainment) and the 2007 cult "Alien Secrets" (Warner Home Entertainment) got his start as a writer, so he "gets" writers, and they love working with him. This is Richard Roth's second option through InkTip, and his first with writing partner Diana Hollenbeck.
Joseph Nasser Options "End Times"
Jun 16, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned "End Times" from Darren Faulkner after finding the script on InkTip. Nasser's credits include "Knockout," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Darren Faulkner is an Australian-based writer who focuses his energy on the action/adventure genre, and he describes Joe Nasser as "the ultimate professional; brief, direct, and to the point." This is his first option through InkTip.
Lee Lanier Options "Bedbugs"
Jun 16, 2011
Lee Lanier with BeezleBug Bit attached himself to direct "Bedbugs" by Dave Eisenstark after finding the script on InkTip. Writer Dave Eisenstark is a multiple-produced feature writer whose credits include "Monkey Love" (starring Jeremy Renner), among others, but this is his first option through InkTip.
Sean Thomas Options "Vampboy"
Jun 9, 2011
Sean Thomas of ChefThomas Films Productions optioned "Vampboy" from David Rugely after finding the script on InkTip. Sean Thomas's credits include "Fall Down Dead" (starring Dominique Swain and David Carradine) and "Against Itself" (starring Harvey Keitel). This is Rugely's second option through InkTip.
Loren Basulto Options "Time to Kill"
Jun 9, 2011
Loren Basulto with Clarity Pictures optioned "Time to Kill" from Bernie Felix Jr. after finding it through InkTip. David directed and produced the feature "Fiesta Grand," which he hired Bernie to write after meeting him through InkTip. "Fiesta Grand" was featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine in 2007. Loren will produce the feature while Norry Niven will direct.
Joshua B. Porter Discovers "The First Out"
Jun 9, 2011
Joshua B. Porter with Porter Media Group discovered "The First Out" by Rick Bauer on InkTip, and entered into a co-production agreement with the writer. Joshua's credits include the 160 minute multi-media film and internet series "Dracula," as well as the recently completed coming of age thriller "Road to Red." This isn't Bauer's first deal as a screenwriter, but it's his first through InkTip.
Damon Lane Discovers Terrance Grace
Jun 9, 2011
Damon Lane with Zero Gravity Management discovered Terrance Grace through InkTip and signed to represent him as his manager. This connection came about when Ian Stratford found one of Terrance's scripts on InkTip, optioned it, and then referred him to long time InkTip member, Zero Gravity. Damon, who co-produced the feature "Locked In" starring Eliza Dushku and manages several talented writers and directors, read some more of Terrance's work and promptly signed him. Zero Gravity Management also represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), the upcoming "The Cold Light of Day" (Bruce Willis), and the upcoming "The Killing Game" (Samuel L. Jackson). Writer Terrance Grace is also a director, so he is an excellent discovery for Damon Lane.
Christian Peschken Hires Martha Bolton
Jun 2, 2011
Christian Peschken with Pax Media Corp. hires Martha Bolton to adapt a novel to script after discovering the writer through InkTip. Peschken's credits include "Bhopal
Robert Bruce Buys "Any Lawful Impediment"
Jun 2, 2011
Warren Glover sold his short script, "Any Lawful Impediment", to Robert Bruce of Roads End Films. Robert originally discovered a different script of Warrens on the site, but he needed something more flexible. Warren sent him Any Lawful Impediment, which is set in one location, a church. Robert wrote him, I laughed, I cried its a lot of fun. I would like to film it. This is Warrens first sale. The script was a semi-finalist in the 2010 Gimme Credit International Screenwriting Competition (Cycle IX). His short A Man Tries to Get Back In was made by director Dhalia Hafez in the United Arab Emirates, and Dark Angels is in post-production with director David Raynor in Melbourne. Warren also has directed a few of his own shorts. Roads End Films is an award-winning production company based out of Oregon.
Sean Meehan Options "Escape"
Jun 2, 2011
Sean Meehan with Moxie Pictures optioned "Escape" by Robert Hamilton after finding it on InkTip. Meehan is a successful commercial director with Moxie Pictures, a global media company that reps filmmakers in both the feature and commercial arena, including Wes Anderson, Jim Sheridan, Cameron Crowe and others. Moxie Pictures recently partnered with Killer Films to create KillerMoxie Management, a talent management firm with several influential writer/directors, actors and musicians on their roster. This is Robert Hamilton's first option through InkTip.
Kevin Summerfield Hires Jim Ryan
Jun 2, 2011
Kevin Summerfield with Scorpio Studios hired Jim Ryan to pen an as-of-yet untitled family fantasy feature after discovering one of Jim's scripts on InkTip. Kevin has a long list of feature films under his belt, including the Echo Bridge Entertainment release "The Derby Stallion" (starring Zac Efron), among many others. This is Jim's second success through InkTip.
Joseph Nasser Options "Death by Association"
Jun 2, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned "Death by Association" from Jeff Gunhus after meeting the writer on InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Jeff Gunhus also recently met and signed with Elements Entertainment ("Killers" with Ashton Kutcher, "The Air I Breathe" with Kevin Bacon) through InkTip.
Scott Rudolph Options "Wizard"
May 26, 2011
Scott Rudolph with Great American Cinema optioned "Off to See the Wizard" by Sam Buttari after finding the script on InkTip. Scott was a producer on the soon to be released "Box of Shadows," and this next project is slated to shoot in July. This is Sam Buttari's first option through InkTip.
Meryem Ersoz Buys "Mind's Eye"
May 26, 2011
Director/producer Meryem Ersoz bought the feature thriller script "Mind's Eye" from InkTip writer Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip, and we're excited to announce that this feature went to camera just yesterday. The film, a sci-fi thriller about a high school musician who witnesses the collapse of space and time, stars Dean Cain and Natalie Distler and features Malcolm McDowell. This is Mark Daniel's seventh success through InkTip, and his first produced feature film credit.
Scatena & Rosner Hire Alex Greenfield
May 26, 2011
Gato Scatena and Jordan Rosner of Scatena & Rosner Films, LLC partnered with writer Alex Greenfield on an hour-long television pilot after meeting Alex through InkTip. Alex Greenfield was the head writer of WWE's weekly sports/entertainment show, SMACKDOWN before branching out into a career as a feature writer and penning movies and mini-series for NBC, Spike TV, ION Television and the Hallmark Channel.
Alexia Melocchi Discovers Dean Whitney
May 26, 2011
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films signed Dean Whitney after reading his work on InkTip. Alexia is a long-time InkTip member who reps international writers, directors and other producers, as well as produces feature films through her production entity, Little Studio Films. Dean Whitney came into screenwriting from a career as a music producer and record company owner, and this is his first literary rep and his first InkTip success.
Greg Jeffs Options "1,042"
May 26, 2011
Greg Jeffs of Cedar Boy Pictures has produced the short script "1,042" by writer John Sullivan after finding it on InkTip. Greg intends to license the film to Shorts International, which plans on a summer 2011 iTunes release. Greg is one of the only Canadian producers to successfully distribute his films through iTunes.
Sean Kirkpatrick Options "Running Around"
May 19, 2011
Sean Kirkpatrick with Cast Shadow Productions optioned "Running Around" by George Perez after finding the script on InkTip. Sean Kirkpatrick has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the industry, from starting on such features as "Hancock" and "Seven Pounds" to his directorial debut, the award-winning drama "Cost of a Soul," which is being released by Relativity Media to theaters nationwide on May 20th. This is George Perez' first option through InkTip.
Steve Chicorel Hires Kraig Wenman
May 19, 2011
Steve Chicorel of Chic Productions and Asia Bridge hired Kraig Wenman to write a blockbuster Chinese film trilogy currently titled "Creation of the Gods" after discovering him through InkTip. The big-budget 3-D trilogy is described as a Chinese "Lord of the Rings" and is adapted from the epic fantasy novels written in the Ming Dynasty titled "Creation of the Gods" or "The Investiture of the Gods." Beijing-based financier Baiyi Chen and Chicorel originally met writer Wenman on InkTip when optioning one of his spec scripts. "Creation of the Gods," which is being planned for a wide theatrical release, is one of Wenman's most anticipated projects, who has had several options through InkTip and eleven feature writing credits.
Levan Bakhia Hires Lloyd Wagner
May 19, 2011
Levan Bakhia with Sarke Studios hired Lloyd Wagner to pen the feature film "247º" after meeting the writer through InkTip. And we're happy to announce that the film is now in production in Tbilisi, Georgia with Tyler Mane (Sabertooth from "X-Men" and Michael Myers in "Halloween") in the lead role. Sarke Studios, which was known as Tbilisis Kinostudia during the Soviet era, has been producing films for over 90 years. Lloyd Wagner was flown to the location to serve as an on-set script supervisor.
Daniel Zirilli Hires Bobby Mort
May 19, 2011
Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory hired Bobby Mort to write "Unvanquished" after meeting Bobby through InkTip. Bobby Mort also wrote the feature films "Locked Down" and "Circle of Pain," both of which were distributed through Lionsgate, for Daniel Zirilli. According to Zirilli
Carl Rock Options "No Playground for Little Kids"
May 19, 2011
Producer Carl Rock optioned the short script "No Playground for Little Kids" from writer David R. Larson after finding it on InkTip and is now in post-production with the film. After a five month development process and intense pre-production phase, Carl shot the film over spring break in only five days as the principle cast were eight and 12-year-old restricted to holiday shoots. The short was shot on location in greater London at Black Park, Pinewood Studios and Ashlyn's School. The short will be entered into the international festival circuit. Carl is a writer/direct based in London who is seeking representation. He has two features in development and is working on another short with David. This is David's first sale of a short.
Robert O. Green Options "Sally's Rainbow"
May 12, 2011
Robert O. Green from Another Green World Productions optioned "Sally's Rainbow" from Meredith Banker after meeting her through InkTip. Green produced or executive produced "Waiting" (Ryan Reynolds), "Mad Money" (Katie Holmes) and "The Stepfather" (Amber Heard). Banker is also an actress. This is her first option.
Todd Murata Options "The 4 Quarters"
May 12, 2011
Producer Todd Murata optioned "The 4 Quarters" from Christopher Holan after finding the script on InkTip. Todd, a long-time InkTip member, comes from a studio background and has worked as a production executive on such films as "Beverly Hills Chihuaha," "Secretariat," and "Step Up 3D," among many others. This is Chris Holan's first InkTip Success.
Damon Jamal Options "The Day Players"
May 12, 2011
In Yo FACE Filmworks optioned "The Day Players" from Peter Bisson, Mike Korich & Jason Medbury after finding it on InkTip. Headed by the award-winning director Damon Jamal, In Yo FACE Filmworks, with offices in the Bay Area and Hollywood, specializes in short films and music videos but is now expanding to features. This is their first option as a writing team.
Alexander Robb Discovers Matthew Dixon
May 12, 2011
Alexander Robb with Insignia Entertainment discovered writer Matthew Dixon on InkTip and signed to represent him as his manager. Robb started Insignia entertainment specifically with the objective of finding and developing male-driven action material, and this is the second writer he's discovered and signed through InkTip. Matthew already had one option under his belt and multiple contest wins, and one of his scripts recently placed in the top 2% of the Nicholl Fellowship, but this is his first InkTip success.
Carl Rock Options "No Playground for Little Kids"
May 12, 2011
Producer Carl Rock optioned the short script "No Playground for Little Kids" from writer Dave Larsen after finding it on InkTip and is now in post-production with the film. After a five month development process and intense pre-production phase, Carl shot the film over spring break in only five days as the principle cast were eight and 12-year-old restricted to holiday shoots. The short was shot on location in greater London at Black Park, Pinewood Studios and Ashlyn's School. The short will be entered into the international festival circuit. Carl is a writer/direct based in London who is seeking representation. He has two features in development and is working on another short with Dave. This is Dave's first sale of a short.
Dylan Jenkinson Hires B.D. Young
May 6, 2011
Dylan Jenkinson with Keystone Family Pictures discovered writer B.D. Young through InkTip and hired him to write "Air Buddies," an installment in their "Air Bud" series of family films. The picture was distributed through Buena Vista Home Entertainment. B.D. Young holds the current InkTip record for the most scripts optioned in a single year, and has a number of produced feature credits to his resume already, including two Lifetime MOWs, two SyFy creature features, and a broad audience romcom in development with Mark Morgan, Executive Producer of "The Twilight Saga
Beverley Gordon Options "Scout"
May 5, 2011
Beverley Gordon with BrownBag Pictures and Diana Lesmez with The StoryMaker Entertainment optioned "Scout" from Laurie Weltz after finding it on InkTip. Gordon co-produced the feature "The Other Brother," and Diana produced "Culture Clash in Americca." Weltz, who directed the Sundance Grand Jury-nominated feature "Wrestling with Alligators," will helm the project, with actress India Ennega (currently filming "Nobody Walks" and who stars in HBO's "Treme") playing the title role. Weltz is also a Grand Prize winner of the PAGE International Screenwriting Competition.
Daniel Zirilli Options "Capitol Danger"
May 5, 2011
Daniel Zirilli with Popart Film Factory optioned the female spy script "Capitol Danger" from John Corcoran after seeing it on InkTip. Zirilli's credits include "Locked Down," "Fast Girl," "Beatdown," and "Circle Of Pain," all of which were written or co-written by writers Zirilli met through InkTip. John Corcoran is a published author of non-fiction and academic materials, but this is his feature script option.
Howard Reichman Options "The Body Farm"
May 5, 2011
Howard Reichman with Village Filmworks optioned "The Body Farm" by Kraig Wenman after seeing the script on InkTip. Reichman's credits include "Wired City" which he wrote, produced and directed. He is also a partner in ReelWriting, and will be producing this with partner Jeremy Miller, whose credits include "Entourage" and "Boston Public," among others. Wenman has had a number of options through InkTip already, including a recent hire to write a trilogy of martial arts action films in China, and he has eleven feature film credits to his resume, all from scripts found on InkTip.
Jeff Aghassi Discovers Cody Yarbrough
May 5, 2011
Jeff Aghassi with Jeff Aghassi Management signed writer Cody Yarbrough after meeting him through InkTip. He actually read some of Cody's material a while ago and then reconnected with the writer when he saw him again on the site. Longtime InkTip member Jeff reps such notable talent as David Seidler, the Oscar winning writer of "The King's Speech." This is Cody's second success through InkTip; he was previously hired by Birch Tree Entertainment to write "Sonny Dragon and the Wuxia Knights."
Anitra Thomas Hires Stephen O'Reilly
May 5, 2011
Anitra Thomas of CharVick Productions hired scribe Stephen O'Reilly from InkTip to co-write the short film "The Martyr," which she executive produced and starred in. It will premiere at "Cannes Short Film Corner" in May 2011.
Richard Friedman Options "A Box Twice as Full"
Apr 28, 2011
Richard Friedman optioned "A Box Twice as Full" from James Brannon after finding it on InkTip. The script was actually discovered by his co-producer, Saye Yabandeh, who starred in Richard's most recent award-winning film "5th and Alameda," which was also found on InkTip. Friedman teaches directing at UCLA and has a long list of studio and television producing and directing credits to his resume. Saye won Best Actress for her role in "5th and Alameda" at the Beverly Hills Film Festival just a couple weeks ago, and her production company, Leo Entertainment, will be producing "A Box Twice as Full." This is James Brannon's first option.
Kevin Summerfield Hires Michael Lea
Apr 28, 2011
Kevin Summerfield with Scorpio Studios found "The Art of Displacement" by Michael Lea on InkTip, and based on that writing sample he hired the writer to pen his next feature action/thriller script "Time Clock." Scorpio Studios' credits include "The Derby Stallion" with Zac Efron, among others. Michael's "The Art of Displacement" placed in the top ten percent at the Nicholl Fellowship last year, and this assignment is his first hire and his first success through InkTip.
Alex Hyde-White Discovers Kevan Peterson
Apr 28, 2011
Alex Hyde-White with TMG hired Kevan Peterson to develop and write "Untitled," an original comedy-biopic project after meeting the writer through InkTip. TMG produced the romantic comedy "Pursuit," and Alex Hyde-White has appeared in such films as "Pretty Woman," "Catch Me if You Can," "Gods and Generals," and had cameos in "Ishtar" and "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." Kevan Peterson recently adapted the hit comic book "X Diary," wrote and produced "Weiner Dog Nationals," and has a bevy of other feature writing and producing credits to his resume. This is his first success through InkTip.
Joseph Nasser Options "Knockout"
Apr 28, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the family-friendly inspirational sports script "Boxer and the Kid" from Evan Jacobs after finding the script on InkTip. The script was re-titled "Knockout," WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin was cast in the lead role and Nasser shot the film. We are excited to announce that the DVD will be available at Blockbuster and other major retailers when their doors open for business today. Nasser's credits include "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Nasser has already hired Jacobs for their second project together, currently titled "Hall Monitor." According to Nasser, Jacobs is "one of the best writers I have ever worked with."
Gummo & Rideout Option "Face Value"
Apr 28, 2011
Janna Gummo and Marcus Rideout with Lone Maverick Entertainment optioned the short script "Face Value" from writer and producer Greg Jeffs after finding it on InkTip. This is the first time this team will be working together and is Jeff's first option through InkTip. Production of the film is scheduled for Aug, 2011. Jeff's first written feature, which his company is self-producing, goes into production this spring.
Richard Friedman Options "This is My Choice"
Apr 21, 2011
Richard Friedman optioned "This is My Choice" from Corey Druskin after finding it on InkTip. It was re-titled "5th & Alameda," and production was completed on the gritty feature thriller late last year. Friedman, who teaches producing at UCLA, comes from a studio background with such credits as "Baywatch Nights" (David Hasselhoff), "Lois & Clark
Roma Roth Hires BD Young
Apr 21, 2011
Roma Roth of Reel World Management hired BD Young to write her upcoming family-friendly feature after discovering him through InkTip. Roma, a producer and manager and member of InkTip since 2000, specializes in female-driven and family-friendly television material. Brian Young has had a number of successes through InkTip, including scripts discovered by Mark Morgan ("Twilight," "The Wedding Planner"), and Jaffe/Braunstein Films (Matt Damon's "The Informant").
Dana Wall Options "Dream Come True"
Apr 21, 2011
Dana Wall with D.W. Management & Productions optioned "Dream Come True" from Eric Anderson and Tom Flanigan after finding it on InkTip. D.W. Management was formed by a group of industry executives with a long list of credits between them, and Dana, Head of Literary, has worked with and has a direct line to several Hollywood heavweights . Tom Flanigan is a staff writer for "Saturday Night Live," and Eric Anderson has several other scripts under option, including one which is being packaged with wrestling stars Hulk Hogan and Diamond Dallas Page. This is Anderson & Flanigan's first success through InkTip.
Linda Palmer Options "The Wedding Video"
Apr 21, 2011
Linda Palmer with Runaway Productions optioned "The Wedding Video" from Chris Pentzell after finding it on InkTip. The film was completed and released on DVD April 5th through Blockbuster et al. Maverick Entertainment Group is distributing the comedy domestically, available at Blockbuster, Netflix and others. Palmer is currently in pre-production on two feature projects. Writer Pentezell won the 2006 Scriptapalooza Competition, and has optioned or been hired to write several scripts. "Paranormal Whacktivity," a feature spoof he co-wrote with Geoffrey Plitt, is due for release later this year.
Thomas Lockridge Options "Case 2317"
Apr 14, 2011
Tom Lockridge with Lucky Day Studios optioned "Case 2317" from Sean Wathen after seeing the script on InkTip. Lockridge's credits include "Unrequited," which was directed by "On the Lot" contestant Jason Epperson. "Case 2317" is a found footage thriller about a group of paranormal investigators in an abandoned prison. Sean has worked in production on a number of TV series including "24" and "Scrubs," and was mentioned late last year in a Variety article on a feature he co-wrote for Stone Village Pictures. He's had two feature script sales and one option in the last two years, all on scripts that were found on InkTip.
Tony Estrada Discovers "White Buffalo"
Apr 14, 2011
Tony Estrada with Wild Horse Films found "White Buffalo" by Austen Brauker on InkTip and entered into a co-production agreement with the writer. Tony specializes in Native American films, and part of his business model involves implementing production infrastructures on Reservations and empowering Native writers and directors while co-producing their work. Although Tony is a Navajo filmmaker from New Mexico, Austen is a Peacemaker for the Little River Band of Ottowa Indians Tribal Court in Michigan, and the film "White Buffalo" will be produced on Ottowan land. This is Austen's first success through InkTip.
Jody Brockway Finds "Elf'd"
Apr 14, 2011
Jody Brockway with Nickle Film Productions found "Elf'd" by John Pizzo after discovering it through InkTip, and has entered into a shopping agreement with him. Brockway executive produced some of ABC Family's highest-rated features, including "Santa Baby 2" (Jenny McCarthy) and "Christmas Cupid" (Chad Michael Murray). Writer Pizzo is the writer of two produced features and another in production; all were found on InkTip!
HeMan Buys "7 Minutes"
Apr 14, 2011
Producer HeMan with Mid-West Entourage Entertainment has purchased the comedy short "7 Minutes" from Rachel Kempf after finding it on InkTip. Mid-West Entourage Ent., a production company formed in 2008 by a group of diverse and talented people, also specializes in modeling, casting and photography. This is Rachel's second produced short and also has a feature script option under her belt along with numerous festival successes.
John Borges Options "Huggins"
Apr 7, 2011
John Borges of Landsberg Studios optioned "Huggins" from Robert Carr after finding the script on InkTip. Borges directed the 2010 comedy feature "Sex Tax," which was distributed by National Lampoon. This is the first option for writer Carr.
John Murlowski Hires Peterson
Apr 7, 2011
John Murlowski with Maple Island Films discovered Steven Palmer Peterson on InkTip and hired him to write "Deadly Sibling Rivalry." We're pleased to announce that principle photography has now wrapped on the film. The film was directed by Hanelle Culpepper and produced by John Murlowski, Tom Shell, and Johnson Chan. This is the fifth film Murlowski and Peterson have worked on together. "Deadly Sibling Rivalry" stars Charisma Carpenter (Buffy, Angel, and Sylvester Stallone's "The Expendables," among many others.
Alexia Melocchi Buys "Pluripotent"
Apr 7, 2011
Alexia Melocchi with Little Studio Films purchased "Pluripotent" from writer Karen Buckton after finding it on InkTip. Melocchi hired Buckton to develop the feature length script, and produced a portion of the feature film as a short to raise financing. We're now happy to say that the film has completed production. It was directed by Christopher Kulikowski (Retrograde with Dolph Lundgren). Karen Buckton was a co-producer on the film in progress, and is repped by Alexia and Little Studio Films.
Joseph Nasser Options "The Arena"
Apr 7, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned "The Arena" from action writer Bobby Mort after meeting the writer through InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Bobby Mort wrote the feature films "Locked Down" and "Circle of Pain," both of which were distributed through Lionsgate and featured on the cover of the InkTip Magazine, and this is now Bobby's fifth option or hire through InkTip. And he's actively seeking an agent or manager.
Tom Grejs Discovers "Truth or Die"
Apr 7, 2011
Director Tom Grejs bought "Truth or Die" from James Tuverson after finding the short on InkTip. After wrapping production on the film in the summer of 2010, "Truth or Die" has been selected to participate in the 2011 Sacramento Film Festival. Tom, a commercial film director from Sweden, translated the story into Swedish and filmed it in his hometown of Falun, Sweden. The short film is now entitled "Sanning Eller Död" and is subtitled in English.
Steve Chicorel Hires Kraig Wenman
Mar 31, 2011
Producer Steve Chicorel of Chic Productions and Inferno Asia hired Kraig Wenman to pen a blockbuster Chinese film trilogy currently titled "Gods", after discovering him through InkTip. The big-budget 3-D trilogy is described as a Chinese "Lord of the Rings" and is adapted from the epic fantasy novels written in the Ming Dynasty titled "Creation of the Gods" or "The Investiture of the Gods." Beijing-based financier Baiyi Chen and Chicorel originally met writer Wenman on InkTip when optioning one of his spec scripts. After several options through InkTip and eleven feature writing credits, "Gods," which is being planned for a wide theatrical release, is certainly one of Wenman's most anticipated projects.
Sean Meehan Options "Cropping the Helix"
Mar 31, 2011
Sean Meehan with Moxie Pictures optioned the feature script "Cropping the Helix" by Adrian Moss after discovering it on InkTip. Meehan is a successful commercial director with Moxie Pictures, a global media company that reps filmmakers in both the feature and commercial arena, including Wes Anderson, Jim Sheridan, Cameron Crowe and others. Moxie Pictures recently partnered with Killer Films to create KillerMoxie Management, a talent management firm with several influential writer/directors, actors and musicians on their roster. Writer Moss is based out of the UK and has written material for BBC Radio.
David DeCoteau Hires Barbara Kymlicka
Mar 31, 2011
David DeCoteau of Rapid Heart Pictures hired Barbara Kymlicka to write "1313
Levan Bakhia Hires Lloyd Wagner
Mar 31, 2011
Levan Bakhia with Sarke Studios hired Lloyd Wagner to pen his feature "247ºF" after meeting Lloyd through InkTip. Located in Tbilisi, Georgia, Sarke Studios is building a new slate of films for the European and US markets, and this latest hire is their second with Lloyd Wagner. Lloyd heads up Story Development for Twilight Studios with Bradford Youngs, who also discovered Lloyd through InkTip. This is his fifth success through InkTip.
Mark Rodriguez Options "Laserbladers"
Mar 24, 2011
Mark Rodriguez of MDR Family Entertainment found "Laserbladers" by Robert Powers on InkTip and is now attached to produce the family feature adventure project. In an interesting turn of events, Rodriguez met with the writer's agent, Barbara Bitela of the Silver/Bitela Agency, and she has now signed on as a producer's rep with Mark to help shop the project to both of their respective contacts in Hollywood. So a script was discovered, a relationship was forged, and a producer landed not only a script but an agent who is helping him set up meetings for the project.
Snoderly Options "Bloody Homecoming"
Mar 24, 2011
Elizabeth Snoderly with DAVED Productions bought "Bloody Homecoming" from Jake Helgren after meeting Jake through InkTip. Elizabeth's recent projects include the comedy feature "3 Times a Charm" and the young teen travel series "Passport to Explore." Elizabeth first met Jake when she discovered his family-friendly holiday script on InkTip, "A Very Mary Christmas." Demonstrating his diversity as a writer, Jake wrote "Blood Homecoming," as a throwback to the old-school 80's-era slasher movies. This is Helgren's third outright sale through InkTip.
Nasser Options "Where the...is my Brother"
Mar 24, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature script "Where the...is my Brother" by writer Georges Salo after discovering it on InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! This is Georges Salo's first success through InkTip.
Hughes & Burris Hire Carlos Ramos
Mar 24, 2011
Debra Hughes (formerly of Lionsgate) and Tim Burris hire Carlos Ramos Jr. after seeing his InkTip film "Kill Katie Malone" (written by Mark Onspaugh). Producer Hughes and Executive Producer Burris have signed Carlos to write and direct their Untitled Mob Story in Chicago this summer, based on the true story of a black mobster and certified genius who moved up through the criminal ranks in the 1980s. The deal was facilitated by Carlos' agent Paul Weitzman of Preferred Artists, whom Carlos met through InkTip. Carlos has other projects underway, and has another script on InkTip.
Oliver Lessard Options "Interface"
Mar 24, 2011
Canadian producer Oliver Lessard has optioned the short script "Interface" from writer T.J. Cimfel after discovering it on InkTip. Oliver intends to begin production this summer. Interface won second place in the 2010 Movie Script Short Script Contest. This is T.J.'s first success through InkTip.
Sayn-Wittgenstein Purchases "Psychology of Murder"
Mar 17, 2011
Producer Klaus von Sayn-Wittgenstein purchased the feature script "Psychology of Murder" from writer Sean Wathen after discovering it through InkTip. Swiss director Director Manuel Messerli, an AFI alumnus and represented by Nick Saward of Saward Creative Club, actually found Sean and referred him to Klaus, who was looking for a follow up to the two horror films he produced last year. This is the second script Klaus purchased from Sean. "Psychology of Murder" is just one of a few scripts by Sean Wathen that have been picked up in recent weeks by producers on InkTip.
Elements Ent. Discovers Gunhus and Beard
Mar 17, 2011
Management/production company Elements Entertainment (KILLERS; AIR I BREATHE), has signed Jeff Gunhus and Jim Beard as transmedia writers based on their command for writing larger, world-building stories after discovering them on InkTip. Details are under wraps, but the duo is currently developing a transmedia property that will be announced later this year. Elements discovered the pair to have "a level of thinking in the creative process much deeper than screenwriting storytelling," says president of Elements, Christopher Pratt. "I think the recent success of studio franchise properties has shown the community that transmedia thinking is here to stay. It's nice to see writers engaging in this type of thinking with such passion." Says VP of Development Jane Lawton Moore, "In today's market, screenwriting is merely one component of storytelling. We're thrilled to be working with writers who have the vision and scope to construct larger worlds designed around a compelling hero's journey."
Adrian Mathai Options "Stitch"
Mar 17, 2011
Adrian Mathai with Thunderbolt Entertainment optioned "Stitch" from writer Maurice Billington after meeting him through InkTip, and we're pleased to announce the film went into production last week. The film stars Edward Furlong ("American History X," "Detroit Rock City") and Shawna Waldron (from the upcoming Lizzie Borden thriller "Lizzie"). Writer Maurice Billington has been with InkTip literally since the beginning, so this isn't his first option by far - some of his previous successes include an option to TriCoast Studios, as well as multiple screenwriting contest wins.
Paul Krik Options "Green Man"
Mar 17, 2011
Paul Krik optioned the feature script "Green Man" by writer William Schwind after finding it on InkTip. Krik wrote and directed the feature "Able Danger." Schwind is a novelist and screenwriter based in Colombia.
Singh Hires Brian Horgan
Mar 17, 2011
Yash Singh found "Shark Fin Soup" by Brian Horgan on InkTip, liked his writing style and contacted him regarding his own short project "Wicked Elite" which was in pre-production and scheduled to shoot in February. Brian agreed to come on board as a script doctor. This was Brian's first writing assignment, although he has a number of written features and specs. "I'd like to thank InkTip for providing this wonderful service that put me together with a talented writer," said Yash.
Kat Green Options "Touch The Sky"
Mar 10, 2011
Kat Green with New Symphony Pictures optioned the feature script "Touch the Sky" from scribe Glenn Forbes after discovering it on InkTip. New Symphony and CEO William R Greenblatt produced "Warbirds" (SyFy) and "Home of the Giants" (Haley Joel Osment, Danielle Panabaker) among other titles. This is Forbes' third option through InkTip.
Joseph Nasser Options "Christmas Lodge"
Mar 10, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group discovered the feature script "Christmas Lodge" on InkTip, and the film has been greenlit with production set to commence later this month. "Christmas Lodge," by writers Larry Richardson and Renee de Roche, is a family piece about a historian who revives a family holiday tradition, and will be directed by Terry Ingram, who also directed "Christmas Crash," another project Joe Nasser discovered on InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! This is Richardson and de Roche's first success through InkTip.
Whitt Brantley Discovers Michael D. Vernon
Mar 10, 2011
Whitt Brantley with WBMT Literary, Film and Television met writer Michael D. Vernon after discovering one of this scripts on InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Whitt's eye was a patriotic, true story "Hot Dog Harry!" about a Jewish immigrant and American hot dog vendor from Columbus, Ohio named Harry Hirschinger, who risked his life to bring a taste of home to our troops during the Lebanese civil war. WBMT is built around Brantley's 27 years of experience in the industry, and negotiated its first sale shortly after forming in March 2009. This is Michael Vernon's first InkTip success.
Road's End Films Buys "Interview"
Mar 10, 2011
Road's End Films, Inc recently signed a purchase agreement with Mike McGeever for his short script "Interview" after discovering it on InkTip. "Interview" is a five page romantic comedy that won 3rd place in the GimmeCredit SuperShorts screenplay competition. For more information regarding Road's End Films, Inc please visit the website at www(dot)roadsendfilms(dot)com.
Patrick Hadley Options "13 Rules"
Mar 3, 2011
Patrick Hadley of Dahl/Hadley Films, LLC optioned the feature script "13 Rules" by James Robert Hughes after discovering it on InkTip. Hadley produced the feature "The Other Side of the Tracks." Hughes specializes in American historical scripts and biopics. In fact, Hughes has more historical action/adventure scripts on the site.
Riff Khan-Hinton Options "Psych Unit"
Mar 3, 2011
Riff Khan-Hinton of Lucid Pictures optioned "Psych Unit" by Mark Daniels after finding it on InkTip. Riff is based in England with several ties across Europe and India and plans on shooting "Psych Unit" in the spring. Mark's scripts have garnered considerable attention from producers. In fact, this is his eighth InkTip success since 2009.
Roads End Films Buys "Tell Him He Did A Good Thing"
Mar 3, 2011
Roads End Films, Inc., of Portland, Oregon has purchased the production rights to the short "Tell Him He Did a Good Thing" written by Adrian Moss, having found the script on InkTip. Shooting is currently scheduled for late spring or early summer 2011 and will take place in Oregon. The script won the awards for Best Short Screenplay and Best Overall Screenplay at the Guild of Italian American Actors Film Festival held in NYC in October.
TJ Mancini Discovers Ross Mahler
Mar 3, 2011
TJ Mancini with Crossroads Production & Mgmt. signed writer Ross Mahler after discovering him through InkTip. Mancini optioned the script "Funeral for a Hitman" from Mahler and proceeded to represent him as his manager. Mancini produced the Sidney Lumet film "Find Me Guilty," starring Vin Diesel. Mahler has other genre spec scripts available.
UTA Signs Kevin Jones
Mar 3, 2011
A development executive and long-time InkTip member discovered a script by Kevin Jones on InkTip and referred the writer and script for representation at UTA. Jones was assisted by his manager Eric Williams at Zero Gravity Management, who originally discovered Kevin through InkTip early last year, so we're proud to announce now that InkTip had a hand in helping Kevin land representation with Zero Gravity AND UTA. Zero Gravity Management represents such literary talent as the writers behind "Sherlock Holmes" (Robert Downey Jr.), the upcoming "The Cold Light of Day" (Bruce Willis), and the upcoming "The Killing Game" (Samuel L. Jackson). And UTA reps such talent as Kevin Greutert (InkTip member and director of the last two installments in the SAW franchise) and Obin Olson (who was signed on the strength of his award-winning short film "Nevermore," which Obin found on InkTip), among many others. So we're looking forward to seeing Kevin's name in the trades soon.
Mark Morgan Options "Baby You're Mine"
Feb 24, 2011
Mark Morgan with Imprint Entertainment optioned "Baby You're Mine" from BD Young after discovering the script through InkTip. Mark Morgan is one of the most prolific producers in Hollywood today, with titles like "Agent Cody Banks" and "Percy Jackson & the Olympians
Matt Fitzsimons Options "Shadow on the Mesa"
Feb 24, 2011
Producer Matt Fitzsimons of Larry Levinson Productions optioned the feature western script "Shadow on the Mesa" from Lee Martin. Larry Levinson Productions' credits include "Final Approach," (with Anthony Michael Hall and Lea Thompson), and "Dinotopia
Joseph Nasser Options "Crimson"
Feb 24, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned the feature thriller "Crimson" from Donnie Dale after finding it through InkTip. "Crimson" is about a crime novelist being stalked by a killer who is mimicking the murders in her books. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, and the upcoming "Christmas Lodge" with Terry Ingram directing, and ALL of the above scripts were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Donnie has had a novel published, has worked in TV, has had a horror movie produced but never released, and has had several scripts optioned. This is his second success through InkTip.
Klaus von Sayn-Wittgenstein Buys "The Lazarus Incident"
Feb 24, 2011
Producer Klaus von Sayn-Wittgenstein purchased the feature script "The Lazarus Incident" from writer Sean Wathen after discovering it through InkTip. Swiss director Manuel Messerli, an AFI alumnus with Gasoline Man Pictures, actually discovered Sean and referred him to Klaus, who was looking for a follow up to the two horror films he produced last year. "The Lazarus Incident" is just one of a few scripts by Sean Wathen that have been picked up in recent weeks by producers on InkTip.
James Ludwig Options "Working Class Wednesday"
Feb 24, 2011
James Ludwig with Ars Lux Studio and Orcworx Productions has optioned the short script "Working Class Wednesday" from James McLain after discovering it on InkTip. Ludwig was looking for a script with CG and decided on McLain's. "I'm currently producing and directing his script as my first directorial effort," Ludwig stated. Production will take place in Virginia. McLain has also optioned a feature that was on the market for only 3 days. Ed Asner has signed on to play the lead.
Elizabeth Snoderly Options "A Very Mary Christmas"
Feb 17, 2011
Elizabeth Snoderly with DAVED Productions optioned "A Very Mary Christmas" from Jake Helgren after finding the script on InkTip. Elizabeth's recent projects include the comedy feature "3 Times a Charm" and the young teen travel series "Passport to Explore." Helgren's credits include the recently completed romantic comedy "Finding Mr. Wright," which was discovered through InkTip, along with a number of other projects in various stages of development and preproduction.
Dana Wall Options "Murder Me Twice"
Feb 17, 2011
Dana Wall with D.W. Management and Productions optioned "Murder Me Twice" from Serita Stevens after meeting the writer through InkTip. D.W. Management was formed by a group of industry executives with a long list of credits between them, but Dana, who runs the literary side of the company, has worked with and can take a script to some pretty impressive names in Hollywood. Serita Stevens is a novelist and screenwriter with over thirty published books - one of which is under option to Fox for adaptation into a television series.
Moreka and Larsson Option "Friend Request"
Feb 17, 2011
Joram Moreka and Henrik Larsson of Wild Lunch Productions optioned the feature script "Friend Request" by Joe Chun 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 has produced various internationally-financed features. Moreka began producing features in his native country of Kenya. Since relocating to Los Angeles, he has co-executive produced the feature "Ghostly Revenge." This is the second script from writer Joe Chun they optioned. Chun has now had three InkTip successes over the past year.
Whitt Brantley Discovers Jonathan Richardson
Feb 17, 2011
Whitt Brantley with WBMT Literary, Film and Television met writer Jonathan Richardson via InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Whitt's eye was "Silver Arrow," about the ascent of Rudolf Caracciola, the greatest driver of the Golden Era of grand prix racing. His epic battles on the legendary circuits of Europe not only left enormous crowds in awe and many a driver dead, but also gave rise to the Third Reich and some of today's most powerful automotive brands. This is Richardson's first major industry success, and it came about on the first script he posted on InkTip.
Oliver Lessard Options "The Armchair Traveler's Club"
Feb 16, 2011
Canadian producer Oliver Lessard has optioned the short script "The Armchair Traveler's Club" from writer Peter Michael Rosenberg after discovering it on InkTip. This is the second short option for Peter.
Joseph Nasser Options "Born Fighters"
Feb 10, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned "Born Fighters" from action writer Bobby Mort after finding the script on InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Bobby Mort wrote the feature films "Locked Down" and "Circle of Pain," both of which were distributed through Lionsgate and featured on the cover of the InkTip Magazine, and this is now Bobby's fifth option or hire through InkTip. And he's actively seeking an agent or manager.
TJ Mancini Options "Funeral for a Hitman"
Feb 10, 2011
TJ Mancini with Crossroads Production & Mgmt. optioned "Funeral for a Hitman" from Ross Mahler after discovering it through InkTip. Mancini produced the Sidney Lumet film "Find Me Guilty," starring Vin Diesel. For writer Mahler, this is his first option through InkTip.
Chesler/Perlmutter Productions Hires Barbara Kymlicka
Feb 10, 2011
Chesler/Perlmutter Productions hired Barbara Kymlicka to write "Every Second Counts," which the Hallmark Channel aired, after discovering her on InkTip. Chesler/Perlmutter originally hired the Toronto-based scribe for another project and then re-hired her for the horse-themed "Every Second Counts." After producing dozens of movies, Chesler/Perlmutter has just completed the Shannen Doherty film "Gretl," which premieres March 11th on Syfy. Kymlicka is repped by Ben Silverman of Characters Talent Agency, whose literary clients include Evan Goldberg ("The Green Hornet," "Knocked Up").
Larry Stevens Discovers Al Aidekman
Feb 10, 2011
Larry Stevens with The Brogan Agency signed writer Al Aidekman after discovering him through InkTip. Stevens heads the literary department, which reps such talent as Oscar-winner writer/director John G. Avildsen ("Rocky," "The Karate Kid"). Scribe Al Aidekman is a veteran TV writer whose work includes "Married with Children," "Laverne & Shirley," and many others.
Susan Johnston Options "Unicorn Maze"
Feb 10, 2011
Laura Hesse has optioned her animated short, "Unicorn Maze," to Susan Johnston at Select Services Films through InkTip. This is her third option to Select Services. Susan jumped on the short when Laura pitched it and plans to create a series out of it in 10 to 15 minute sections. Susan is a guest lecturer at Los Angeles Film School. She will be pitching the series as part of the school and monetizing it on a new channel they are launching this year. Laura's other scripts Susan optioned, "One Frosty Christmas" and "Gumboots," are generating interest for funding and production. "This is a testament to not only the wonderful quality of scripts that I can find on InkTip, but also the amazing writers themselves," Susan said.
Matt Harrison Options "Distant Replay"
Feb 3, 2011
Matt Harrison with Film Crash optioned "Distant Replay" from writer P.K. Silverson after meeting him through InkTip. Matt's recent directing credits includes "Rhythm Thief," which was executive produced by Martin Scorcese, distributed by Universal Studios, and for which Matt won the coveted Sundance Jury Prize. Screenwriter and novelist P.K. Silverson, a Nicholl Fellowship semifinalist, has had a number of screenplays optioned and a fantasy novel published, but this is his first feature script option through InkTip.
Levi Obery Options "In The Belly Of the Whale"
Feb 3, 2011
Levi Obery, CEO of Ten Thirty-One Pictures, optioned the feature script "In the Belly of the Whale" from Steven Doxey and Brandon Sean Pearson after discovering the writers/directors through InkTip. Levi founded Ten Thirty-One Pictures in 2002 with VP and producing partner David Zimmerman III and has produced several movies under the banner to date. Doxey's resume features writing credits in film, as well as producing and production credits in both film and television. The film is expected to go into production this summer on-location in Alaska. Doxey will direct with Obery, Scott Hinckley, Zimmerman, and Mishi Reyes producing.
Sherry Robb Discovers Lawrence Riggins
Feb 3, 2011
Sherry Robb with The Robb Company signed Lawrence Riggins after discovering him through InkTip. Sherry Robb is president of the literary representation company, which has ten New York Times Best Sellers under their belt, twenty "Star Trek" television scripts, and several other working writers. And scribe Lawrence Riggins, just completed writing and directing his third produced feature, "Serpent Rising."
Oliver Lessard Options "The Armchair Traveler's Club"
Feb 3, 2011
Canadian producer Oliver Lessard has optioned the short script "The Armchair Traveler's Club" from writer Peter Michael Rosenberg after discovering it on InkTip. This is the second short option for Peter.
Rotimi Rainwater Hires Tony Aloupis
Feb 3, 2011
Rotimi Rainwater with Village Entertainment brought a writer he met through InkTip, Tony Aloupis, onto his latest project "Sugar," and the feature film recently completed principle photography. Starring Golden Globe winner Nastassja Kinski (Roman Polanski's "Tess") and young television star Shenae Grimes (Degrassi, 90210), "Sugar" tells the story of a group of homeless kids living on the streets of Hollywood. Rotimi and Tony are working together on a number of other projects, including "Truckstop," with Academy Award winner Melissa Leo (The Fighter) and Oscar nominee Jennifer Lawrence (Winter's Bone) attached to star, and Graham Taylor at William Morris Endeavor handling financing and distribution.
Kevin Summerfield Hires Bobby Mort
Jan 26, 2011
Kevin Summerfield with Scorpio Studios hired Bobby Mort to pen an as-of-yet untitled action script after discovering one of Bobby's scripts on InkTip. Kevin has a long list of feature films under his belt, including the Echo Bridge Entertainment release "The Derby Stallion" (starring Zac Efron), among many others. The project with Bobby Mort, which will also be set in Bangkok, will be Bobby's fourth produced feature action film. His previous credits include "Circle of Pain" and "Locked Down," both of which were distributed by Lionsgate and featured on the cover of InkTip Magazine. And Bobby is currently seeking representation.
Dana Wall Options "Underground"
Jan 26, 2011
Dana Wall with D.W. Management and Productions optioned "Underground" from Craig Clyde after meeting the writer through InkTip. D.W. Management was formed by a group of industry executives with a long list of credits between them, but Dana, who runs the literary side of the company, has worked with and can take a script to some pretty impressive names in Hollywood. Craig Clyde has already written and directed over a dozen feature films in his long career - mostly family friendly material - and is repped by Barbara Bitela of the Silver/Bitela Agency, who also met Craig through InkTip.
Minds Eye Entertainment Options "Hack"
Jan 26, 2011
Minds Eye Entertainment optioned "Hack" by writer Tim Hannigan after discovering it on InkTip. Minds Eye Entertainment produced "Lullaby for Pi" (Forest Whitaker) and has a slate of upcoming features starring Jessica Biel, Milla Jovovich and Sarah Wayne Callies ("The Walking Dead"). For writer Tim Hannigan, this is his fourth option through InkTip.
Oliver Lessard Options "Flat Jack"
Jan 26, 2011
Canadian producer Oliver Lessard has optioned the short script "Flat Jack" from writers Peter Michael Rosenberg and Caroline Kozaka after discovering it on InkTip. This is the first short option for the writing team.
Road's End Films Buys "Parakeet Blues"
Jan 26, 2011
Road's End Films, Inc recently signed a purchase agreement with JoDee Maree Green for her short script "Parakeet Blues" after discovering it on InkTip. For more information regarding Road's End Films, Inc please visit the website at www(dot)roadsendfilms(dot)com.
Joseph Nasser Discovers Donald Mazzoni
Jan 20, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group discovered a writer Donald Mazzoni on InkTip and hired him to pen a feature action script. The writing sample which caught Nasser's eye was titled "Hot Chicks Dealing Death," and though the script itself wasn't right for Nasser's development slate, Mazzoni's writing style was right for an upcoming project. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! This is writer Mazzoni's first success through InkTip.
Todd Grodnick Hires Richard Termini
Jan 20, 2011
Todd Grodnick with Merrill Entertainment hired Richard Termini to pen the feature script "The Greatest Gift," after discovering the writer on InkTip. "The Greatest Gift" follows the life of singing legend Ocie Smith and his encounters with the Music business's wealth and power through a lifelong association with the Mafia in the 50's and 60's. Todd, who calls the Paramount Studios lot home, is a member of the DGA & PGA and has worn a lot of hats in this business, including work as a production consultant (the Lionsgate release "The Bad Pack") and producer (Hash's Brown), but he developed this project independent of the studio system. This is Australian-based writer Termini's first InkTip success.
Little Studio in Pre-pro on "Pluripotent"
Jan 20, 2011
Little Studio Films discovered Karen Buckton on InkTip two years ago and now will be producing her psychological short thriller, "Pluripotent," with an eye towards expanding it into a feature film. Principal photography is set for beginning of February 2011 in Los Angeles. Director and cast will be announced soon. Karen will be co-producing the film. This is not her first success, as she has been hired as a writer with Central Station Media for a short called "66," and her short speculative script "Surrogate Gran" is due for production next year with New Image Entertainment.
Alaa Tello Discovers J.W.Callero
Jan 20, 2011
Alaa Tello discovered J.W.Callero on InkTip while looking for short scripts. He loved J.W.'s writing in his short "Serial Senior Moment", but it wasn't quite what he was looking for. Instead, J.W. wrote a script in a few weeks just for Alaa from some ideas Alaa provided. The title of the short is "My new Car ma". J.W. has written 13 screenplays, three have been independently produced. The most recent had a theatrical run and has distribution by Oab Global Entertainment. Larry Katz of Morgan Creek said J.W. is a "screenwriter with cajones."
Danny Green Hires Luke Goltz
Jan 20, 2011
Danny Green with the Mr. Smoothie Company hired Luke Goltz to write his latest feature the Lucky Man, after meeting the writer through InkTip. Dannys credits include the festival winner The Tenants (starring Snoop Dogg and Dylan McDermott) and the upcoming film, Mr. Sophistication, starring Harry Lennix, Tatum O'Neal, Robert Patrick, and Bruce McGill. Goltz writing credits include the up-coming Shoreline Entertainment film You and I (starring Mischa Barton), and this is his first InkTip success.
Kevin Summerfield Hires Donna Lisa
Jan 13, 2011
Kevin Summerfield with Scorpio Studios hired writers Donna Lisa and Monique Gramby to write an as-of-yet untitled family friendly series featuring furry forest creatures after finding one of Donna Lisa's scripts on InkTip. Summerfield's previous projects include "The Derby Stallion" with Zac Efron, and the upcoming "Lethal Strike 3D." Multiple award-winning writer Donna Lisa specializes in animated family fare, and has had her stories published, her short scripts produced, and even songs she wrote to accompany her scripts sold and added to other films' soundtracks over the years, but this is her first television work-for-hire and her first InkTip success.
Whitt Brantley Discovers Lenny Castellaneta
Jan 13, 2011
Whitt Brantley with WBMT Literary, Film and Television met writer Lenny Castellaneta via InkTip and signed him as a client. The script which caught Whitt's eye was "Vinny the Elf," a tale about a lovable hustler recruited by Santa to help save Christmas. Think "My Cousin Vinny" (sans swearing) meets "Elf." A published novelist, Castellaneta also co-wrote a screenplay adaptation of his Christmas book, "1225 Mistletoe Lane," that WBMT is representing.
Eric Kim Optioned "Shanghai Baller"
Jan 13, 2011
Eric Kim with EK Films optioned "Shanghai Baller" from Joe Chun after discovering him through InkTip. Eric produced the feature "Undoing" with Kelly Hu ("The Scorpion King," "X2"). For writer Joe Chun, this is his third InkTip success in the past year.
David Broyles Options "Fall Back"
Jan 13, 2011
Alan Barkley has optioned his short script, Fall Back to director David Broyles, who filmed Bar Flies from an earlier short screenplay of Alan's. Bar Flies was an official entry at eight film festivals in 2009, including the Austin Film Festival.
Nick Lyon Options "The Doll"
Jan 6, 2011
Director Nick Lyon optioned "The Doll" by writer Byron Lester after discovering it on InkTip. Nick Lyon's credits include "Species
Gato Scatena Hires Kate Queen
Jan 6, 2011
Gato Scatena with S&R Films hired writer Kate Queen to re-write S&R's feature comedy project "Hollywood Douchebags," after discovering the writer through InkTip. Gato and Kate originally met through our Pitch & Networking Summit. S&R Films recently hired another writer found through InkTip for a tidy 5-figure sum to write a script from scratch. This latest one has turned into more of a partnership however, with writer Kate Queen coming on board as a co-producer alongside Rosner, his partner, Gato Scatena, and EP Wendy Kram (producer of "Mad Money" with Diane Keaton, Katie Holmes and Queen Latifah). Kate Queen is a stand up comic turned writer with a published novel under her belt and a feature comedy film in production with National Lampoon.
Joseph Nasser Options "Fisticuffs"
Jan 6, 2011
Joseph Nasser with the Nasser Entertainment Group optioned "Fisticuffs" from writer Russ Lippitt, after discovering the script through InkTip. Nasser's credits include "The Boxer and the Kid," starring WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, "Christmas Crash" with Michael Madsen, "Desperate Hours" with Tom Berenger, "The Building" with Erica Durance, and "Courage" with Jason Priestley, ALL of which were written or co-written by writers discovered through InkTip! Russ Lippitt is an established novelist already, and this is his second feature success through InkTip.
Sherry Robb Signs Robin Heid
Jan 6, 2011
Literary representative Sherry Robb with The Robb Company signed writer Robin Heid after meeting him at the first ever InkTip Pitch and Networking Summit. The Robb Company has represented ten New York Times Best-Selling books and several working screenwriters. Sherry has begun pitching Robin's script "Raven" to various production companies and major studios. This is Robin's first success through InkTip.
Zachary Lindsey Buys "The Clean Up Crew"
Jan 6, 2011
Director/ Producer Zachary Lindsey has bought the short script "The Clean Up Crew" from writer Darren J. Seeley after discovering it on InkTip. Zachary's most recent short film took 1st Place in a 48 Hours style film festival. "The Clean Up Crew" will begin filming in Los Angeles in the coming months. Although Darren has optioned shorts recently, this is Darren's first sale on InkTip.
