r/scriptwriting • • Sep 05 '26

discussion Being a screenwriter requires relentless self belief & determination

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r/scriptwriting • • Sep 25 '26

feedback first time, first writing

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just a test, as in warm up

Im not experienced so this is my first time writing script (beginner) I don’t know how script works but I did saw people scripts and I wonder if I could do the same for funsies, I do want some tips and what did I do right or wrong in this script (I think I did lot of incorrect things I wrote without knowing but once again I’m not expert soo bare with me) and criticism, feedback is very appreciated

Do I have potential?


r/scriptwriting • • Sep 16 '26

feedback God's Will (14 Pages Religous Drama)

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I am back with what I am confident in saying is probably the final version of this film. Unless of course there are minor mistakes in my scripts I need to figure out but I am confident it's nothing major. If you find something let me know and please be respectful. Let me know what you think of my story and the ending :)


r/scriptwriting • • Jul 04 '26

discussion Does A.I really have no place for creative writing?

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People HATE anything that has to do with A.I, and while I do agree that using it can be in some way lazy, can't it also be helpful?

It's pretty scary to even talk about A.I in a positive way because you don't know the kind of backlash you'll get from other people (consider Scorsese). But I'm a young writer who has used AI as a tool to develop my craft, while also avoiding to use it dependently. But it is considerably convenient to have around no?

I understand the necessity of the AI hate train in this day and age, these billionaires should be taken accounted for. But do you guys really think that AI has no place for writing?


r/scriptwriting • • Sep 23 '24

question Why do the scripts for modern movies suck so bad?

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I'm not saying like it was a bad writer that made a bad script. I'm talking like its incoherent to things like time and space. The twisters movie for example feels like it was made in three acts, with each act was written independently by a separate person. The writer of act I sucked, and it was very jarring when it went to act II and suddenly the characters are totally different.

Even just yesterday I went with a friend to go see the killers game. The first part wasn't too bad, but the second was super immature and couldn't follow a logical progression. For example, the main character and his girlfriend are fleeing the hitmen that are right behind them trying to kill them. They run into a church and suddenly feel the need to get married and spend twenty minutes doing confession with the priest. Or the fact that she passed out from blood loss one minute and suddenly is running around fighting people in the next.

Im just curious as to why these scripts suck so bad? They have good actors and fantastic CGI and deep pockets, yet consistently write garbage that GPT could do better.


r/scriptwriting • • Mar 28 '26

feedback Hi to anyone who wants to bully me I wrote a very gay script. Read it and roast me. Feature: 103 pages

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I need you to roast it into the ground lmao.

Title: But he's my boss?! —103 pages. Feature Length.

Logline: On the eve of Y2K, a gay mob enforcer is forced to confront his past when his ex-lover kidnaps the straight boss he’s loved for a decade—leaving him to choose between loyalty and self-worth.

It’s got forbidden boss/enforcer slow-burn tension that’s been simmering for ten years. An emotional support cactus named Robert who gets more character development than some humans. A drag queen crew mom who reads everyone. Backstreet Boys synced rooftop shootouts with champagne sabers and glitter grenade. Way too much blood, cocaine, and feelings in the same scenes.

I’m fully aware this thing is ridiculous. I just don’t know if it’s good ridiculous or “what the hell was I thinking” ridiculous. Read it roast me but I need some feedback.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tvQLwPb5nVGAfYz3qi8nhix1dk5-VQB-/view?usp=sharing


r/scriptwriting • • Dec 04 '25

feedback your views on this piece

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what do you feel about the writing way on this page


r/scriptwriting • • Dec 21 '25

discussion How to write a non-binary character authentically?

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Hi everyone! I’m writing a screenplay and want to portray a non-binary character respectfully.

Sotirie is male-presenting but doesn’t identify as a man or a woman—they just are themselves. They grew up without following traditional gender roles, so they don’t fully understand them. They’re gentle and kind, “manly” in some ways, but love wearing dresses, makeup, and clothes traditionally seen as feminine because it feels freeing.

I’m looking for advice on how to:

Show their gender identity and expression authentically, without stereotypes.

Portray them choosing freely who they are without it being a joke or quirk.

Integrate their personality, style, and interests naturally into the story.

Any tips, examples, or resources would be amazing—thanks! 🌸

Edit: Wow! Thank you all for the replies. I will try to answer to everyone over time. 😅


r/scriptwriting • • Nov 11 '25

feedback First attempt at rewriting my pilot, anyone have any tips what are your first impressions Is it intresting enough to hook you in?

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For refrence Syntheia is 13, katie is a 25 year old comp sci college drop out.

The story takes place in the year 2011 where two cousins are abducted by aliens and forced to confront their failures and fears so alien kind can learn not to hate humanity. A group of 3 fbi agents, Matthew (female, 35 ), koa (male 38 ), and koral (female, 33 ) are forced to find them. Little do they know they are caught up in a galactic wide conspiracy against humanity.

(they dont get abducted till act 2.


r/scriptwriting • • Apr 16 '26

feedback I can't take it anymore

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This is an opening of the first act of a screenplay with 107 pages. I have a feature tv pilot as well, if anyone wants to offer feedback on it, It'd be great!


r/scriptwriting • • May 23 '26

feedback Pj masks script

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It’s my first time writing a script and can yall give me feedback. Should I make a part 2 to this?


r/scriptwriting • • Oct 14 '26

feedback Underoos (Working Title) - Miles Morales Fan Film

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The first 10 pages out of about 20, just looking for general feedback like what can be cleaned up formatting-wise, where I'm telling too much instead of showing, things of that nature.

Anything is appreciated, and any questions are welcome! Thanks in advance.


r/scriptwriting • • Apr 05 '26

request [HIRING] Script writer needed long-form YouTube videos, internet docs niche (ongoing work)

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Building out my writing team for a YouTube channel focused on internet documentaries. Looking for someone who can write in a style similar to this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jld3LLODQvQ

This isn't a one-off gig. I need someone consistent, reliable, and able to grow with the channel over time.

What I need:

  • 2–3 scripts per week (3,000–5,000 words)

  • Strong storytelling, tight pacing, high retention

  • Ability to research and write in a natural, engaging voice. AI is fine, but it should never sound like AI

  • Pay: $0.025/word

If you're serious, DM me with your single best writing sample (doesn't need to be from this niche, just show me your voice and structure).

Begin your DM with the word RYAN*. This is how I filter serious applicants.*


r/scriptwriting • • 21d ago

request Looking for a screenwriting partner to develop an original feature film

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Hi everyone,

I’m looking for a screenwriting partner to help develop an original feature film idea I have been working on.

The project is called “The Silent Hill” — a character-driven drama/romance focused on grief, healing, identity, and finding yourself again.

The story follows a 19-year-old entrepreneur who, after losing his father and feeling like his life is collapsing around him, travels to the Swiss Alps to escape the pressure he has been carrying. While there, he meets a young woman with her own difficult past, and the two form a connection that helps them both rediscover who they are.

I want to be upfront: I have no professional background in the film industry. Everything I currently have is in my own notes — ideas, character details, story structure, scenes, themes, and the overall vision for the film.

What I’m looking for is someone with screenwriting experience or a strong passion for storytelling who can work with me to turn those notes into something professional:

- a proper treatment,

- a structured beat sheet,

- and eventually a screenplay.

I’m not looking for someone to simply write my idea for me. I want a genuine creative partnership where we develop the project together.

I’m willing to put in the work needed — learning, researching, developing, rewriting, and supporting the process however I can.

If the project progresses into development, my intention would be a 50/50 partnership on profits and ownership arrangements, with everything properly agreed in writing.

I’m looking for someone who connects with emotional, character-driven stories and wants to build something from the ground up.

If this sounds interesting, feel free to message me and I can share more about the concept.


r/scriptwriting • • Dec 05 '25

help Looking for a Screenwriter to Collaborate With (I Have Industry Connections)

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Hey everyone,

I’m looking for someone who’s interested in collaborating with me on writing a screenplay. I have a solid concept and direction, but I need a strong writer or co-writer who can help bring it to life on the page.

A bit about me: • I’m connected with someone who works directly in the film industry, so there is a real opportunity for this script to be seen by the right people if the project comes together well. • I’m serious about finishing this screenplay and open to working with someone experienced or someone hungry and talented.

What I’m looking for: • Someone reliable, creative, and open to collaboration • Someone comfortable with back-and-forth idea development • Ideally someone with screenwriting experience, but passion + effort matters most

If you’re interested, drop a comment or DM me with a bit about yourself and any writing samples you’re comfortable sharing.

Let’s create something dope.


r/scriptwriting • • Jun 15 '26

feedback (17 year-old writer) Bannertail: The Unwanted Prophet (WIP; 9 pages, feel free to send feedback/criticism)

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Here are the first nine pages of a script I've written, adapted from an obscure late-70's Japanese anime titled Bannertail: The Story of Grey Squirrel, this time placed in a decaying suburb with teenage angst, taken from my personal experiences as a then-junior in high school. I can provide y'all a synopsis and logline if y'all like.


r/scriptwriting • • May 17 '26

feedback A sequence from my screenplay I’d like some feedback on. Dialogue, comedy, pacing, format etc

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r/scriptwriting • • Feb 26 '26 Heartwarming

feedback The first poster I drew

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This was the first poster I drew when I started to write the film. It's kinda inspired by the JAWS poster. In case you didn't know, I originally planned this film to be a 1 hour long episode of TADC, but then I decided to make it a Netflix movie instead. That's why it says BLOODSHED on the top. THE AMAZING DEADLY CIRCUS was just meant to be some kind of slogan name or something, IDK 🤷‍♂️. THE AMAZING DEADLY CIRCUS is a better, more clever name.


r/scriptwriting • • Sep 20 '26

question How can I come up with ideas to write?

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See title.


r/scriptwriting • • May 14 '26

feedback Primer página de varias más, opiniones? Les genera interés?

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Hola, soy de Argentina, Enzo es mi nombre. Un gusto.

Bueno, me tomé el trabajo de traducirlo al inglés y también está en español. La historia sigue, puede tener variables en el imaginativo... Pero, esto del inicio es situacional, claro, es difícil juzgar un guión completo por la primer página. Aún así, me gustaría compartirla con ustedes y que me den su crítica.

Si les interesa seguir leyendo, pues nos ponemos en contacto. Ya tiene derechos de autor por ARGENTORES. No busco generar ningún impacto trascendente, ni absorber algún aprendizaje pasajero por parte de desconocidos, solo entablar una conversa sobre una situación de inicio con colegas.

Cabe aclarar que es la primera vez que comparto algo de mi escritura por aquí. Sean gentiles, no sean giles o boludos o hijos de puta, nos tratemos de chill bro.


r/scriptwriting • • Sep 16 '25

request I have a movie pitch for sale, $15,000 American.

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This is a sure fire home run for an A lister. Once you’ve sent wire confirmation, we can talk which talent to target.

Thanks,


r/scriptwriting • • Jan 15 '26

feedback badly written movie ideas

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i doubt this is the right subreddit to post this in (if there even is one) but i wanted to get my ideas out of my notes app. i don’t think any of these will go anywhere but wouldn’t mind some feedback on my ideas. i wrote all of these the moment i thought of them so they may not make sense or be fully fleshed out.


r/scriptwriting • • Sep 30 '25

request Looking to hire Scriptwriter for True Crime Documentary Youtube Channel!

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Hi there! I am looking to expand my team of scriptwriters again for a disturbing iceberg / documentary true crime youtube channel!

I am looking for somebody who could deliver a script (6-9k words) every 10-12 days. The budget is $110 per script or $15/per 1k words with bonuses for view milestones (that we hit almost everytime)

Requirements:

needs to be able to quickly understand new topics and niche communities and dive deep into them

needs to be able to do research and LINK sources within the script as well as images

no basic AI scripts (only as a tool, not reliant on it)

fluent in english

Totally okay if you're a beginner as long as you are fluent in english and able to dig into new topics and learn fast.

Note: I do require a small sample, so if you're not interested in doing that, no need to apply!

If you are interested, please apply here: INFO


r/scriptwriting • • Jan 19 '26

feedback Would love to hear some honest opinions

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Dialogue is weak but I like the story. Would love to hear what other people think.


r/scriptwriting • • Mar 31 '26 Heartwarming

feedback Looking for notes on my comedy scene 🤘

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You guys have given me really good advice so far. Any thoughts on this one? I wrote in Chuck Liddell, but it could really be any UFC star I guess.

Context: The three beach cops need a submarine and realize Chuck Liddell has one. Also one of the beach cops is having a psychotic break and thinks a bag of poop is a baby.

I appreciate your notes

-ForkyB🤘