With the WGA being on its third week of strike, we can’t help but start to think about all the ways the industry is changing and what that looks like for us filmmakers. Will Hollywood still seek out our creative ideas, or will we be pushed to only making IP projects in order to market an existing idea? And how does this all affect brand new filmmakers who are struggling just to get their short films accepted into labs?
In today’s episode, No Film School’s Charles Haine, GG Hawkins, and Jason Hellerman discuss:
- Making the most out of a difficult situation, with fun events for those on strike
- Keeping an eye out on the bargaining dates for DGA and SAG
- A story about a development executive who was willing to support GG’s stance on the WGA strike
- What bums us out about IP and the future of the industry
- Figuring out which IP’s you would like to make your own
- What labs are actually looking for when you apply
- How to know when your projects are ready for labs and festivals
- The benefits to developing projects in a group
- Building on yourself so you can keep getting better
Memorable Quotes
- “Get out there and picket, because your future in Hollywood is dependent on it. Whether you are in the WGA or not.” [6:29]
- “I try to write things that I know I could potentially make.” [20:39]
- “If the story stands out…people will look past things that require budgets.” [36:28]
- “If your mom loves it, ask someone else.” [42:43]
Resources:
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