Scripts & Scribes S&S LIVE (Ep15) Meet the Manager w/ Lee Stobby of Lee Stobby Entertainment
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Jun 22, 2021 Lee Stobby, a seasoned literary manager and producer, shares his journey from a film enthusiast to founding Lee Stobby Entertainment. He discusses what he seeks in clients and the path to getting a script on the prestigious Black List, emphasizing its impact on writers' careers. Stobby also addresses the ghosting culture in Hollywood, offering insights into the emotional toll on writers. Networking tips in a post-pandemic world and the balance of storytelling in film round out the conversation, making it a must-listen for aspiring creators.
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Lee's Start in Film
- Lee Stobby's interest in film began with a profound experience watching Lord of the Rings.
- This led him to pursue a career in the industry, starting with internships and progressing to management.
What Makes a Good Client
- Focus on writing screenplays that genuinely excite you and showcase your unique perspective.
- Managers look for scripts that evoke a strong visceral response and demonstrate a complex mind.
Discovering Shay Hatten
- Lee discovered client Shay Hatten's script in a stack from an LMU contest.
- Hatten's fast success, with multiple produced films by age 27, exemplifies the power of a manager's role.