"Defiant Pictures asked to see my manuscript. I am thrilled. Thank you."
Michael Oborn
"This is a wonderful site - I've gotten 2 requests out of the first 5 pitches!"
Josan Callender, WGA
"I love VPF! Thank you for making it available to us."
Richard Seidman
"I've been using your site to pitch for the past four years. I just had my second meeting with Ideal Talent Agency (who I met through your service). I'm happy to announce they'll be representing me and my Sci-Fi feature, 'The Chameleon Paradox.' Thanks for providing the access."
Joshua Montcalm
"I just want to let you know that I was recently interviewed as an 'upcoming star' for Huffington Post's ThriveGlobal site (for my acting & screenwriting skills) and I gave kudos to your site (as I've received a lot of requests on one of my screenplays as a result of VPF's platform)."
Jackie Letkowski
"I'm a VPF fan -- great site, great service, amazing opportunities!"
Andie Andrews
"DAMN! Must be the best 50 bucks ever spent. Quentin Tarantino's company wants to read my script! I realize that it doesn't mean he'll green light it, but DAMN!"
Chris Gross
"I love your service. I haven’t had anything purchased or optioned, but my current manager found me through VPF, and I have made a host of fantastic contacts who have put me on their 'please send everything you ever write' list...Great job, and please keep it up."
Michaelbrent Collings
"Thanks to Virtual Pitch Fest, producer Lauren Lloyd has optioned my one-hour procedural TV series entitled NTSB."
Josh Miller, WGA
"I appreciate how diligent your company is. I have recommended your site to two friends who signed up. You are without question one of most professional sites helping screenwriters - maybe the most professional. Thanks."
Jamee Decio
"My name is Rachel Reaugh and I am a screenwriter who uses Virtual Pitch Fest to market my screenplays. My feature screenplay LOST FARE (a drama based on a true story), was recently purchased and is in production with Director/Producer Bruce Logan (who I met on VPF & is legendary in the film industry) and Director/Producer Elliot Rosenblatt (THE COOLER, FEAR & LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS). Thank you for your support in my career as a screenwriter."
Rachel Reaugh
"...I'm not very tech savvy but I found your program very smooth and easy to operate."
Philip Pierce, WGA
"I've become an avid user of VPF in the past few weeks and want to say thanks for helping to create a direct line between writers and producers. VPF is exactly the type of technology that's helping redefine our industry!"
Rob Ripley
"...I would like to say what a great site you have. I purchased the 5 pitch package. I've used another pitch site and am so much happier with yours! You have more/better contacts and your site is wonderful..."
Jeff Rosenberg
"Thank you for your wonderful service! I've received 7 responses from my queries with 2 'yes, send it!'"
Paul Christopher
“Thank you David, for providing us with the opportunity to get our scripts to producers, managers and agents.”
Terri Emmerson
"I would also like to take this opportunity to let you know that the VPF service has exceeded my expectations. Had it not been for the VPF, I would never have gotten in touch with the industry pros listed on the website. No other service provides such accessibility or promises such prompt responses."
Lior Cohen
"I have three requests for my scripts on VPF! I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate you guys for putting this together..."
Linda Larson
"Just wanted to let you know that through Virtual Pitch Fest I connected with Stephanie Rogers who is now representing me as my manager. Thank you and Virtual Pitch Fest for making this possible."
Richard Seidman
"I’m having a blast with your service, and I’ve already received several yes responses."
Ken Cosentino
“…I LOVE the site…I've been lucky enough to get the attention of six producers and two managers through my pitches…”
Paul Dupree
"I love your service! I currently have multiple production companies reviewing my two scripts..."
Michael Eging
"Really enjoyed my time with Virtual Pitch Fest and thank you for letting me be a part of it, it’s a great service for writers and executives alike!"
Andrew Norman, Original Film
"David, just thought I’d let you know…out of the 11 pitches, two asked to read 'Something Gray'! Thanks again for your criticism!"
Phil Hopersberger
"I'm so impressed with the quick response. In some cases, just minutes after submitting. Thank you! I'm grateful for your service."
Becky Dowty
"Just wanted to write to encourage my virtual comrades that 'yes's' do happen. Out of two query letters submitted, one was a 'yes'..."
Griffin Scott
“I value VPF a lot. How could I not? I have made deals that were a direct result of using the platform. It’s quick, easy to use, and you get back what you put into it. Since joining VPF in 2014, I’ve been exposed to writers, directors, and authors from every walk of life who I would not have had the chance to meet otherwise.”
Ryan Levee
"If it wasn’t for VPF, I would never have been able to pitch to MGM."
Tom Kuhl
"First of all I'd like to say VPF is AWESOME!!! I really appreciate your response and honesty...Thanks again!"
Maurice Edwards
"I have to say that so far in my journey this is the only screenwriting platform that makes me feel like it’s a matter of time until I actually sell a script."
David Diperstein
"Thanks so much for your help on my query letter! I revised the one and applied your advice to my other ones. I just started today ( 50th birthday) and Zero Gravity already has requested TWO of my scripts!"
Timothy Lanz
"Defiant Pictures asked to see my manuscript. I am thrilled. Thank you."
Michael Oborn
"First of all I'd like to say VPF is AWESOME!!! I really appreciate your response and honesty...Thanks again!"
Maurice Edwards
"Just a few weeks ago, thanks to you folks and your services, Eric Canton of Canton Literary Management requested my TV pilot, "Smart Mouth," soon thereafter read it, requested more of my scripts, and today I signed with them! This likely would not have happened without VPF. Thanks for dismantling a few of the barriers that exist between writers and the industry!"
Bryan Marvis
“Thank you David, for providing us with the opportunity to get our scripts to producers, managers and agents.”
Terri Emmerson
"Thanks to Virtual Pitch Fest, producer Lauren Lloyd has optioned my one-hour procedural TV series entitled NTSB."
Josh Miller, WGA
“…I LOVE the site…I've been lucky enough to get the attention of six producers and two managers through my pitches…”
Paul Dupree
"You guys do a wonderful service for the entire screenwriting community with VPF and David is such a cool dude."
John Weidner, WGA
"...I would like to say what a great site you have. I purchased the 5 pitch package. I've used another pitch site and am so much happier with yours! You have more/better contacts and your site is wonderful..."
Jeff Rosenberg
"This is a wonderful site - I've gotten 2 requests out of the first 5 pitches!"
Josan Callender, WGA
"If it wasn’t for VPF, I would never have been able to pitch to MGM."
Tom Kuhl
"...Pleased to see that my latest script, 'The Narrow Edge' made it on your Hot List. I was contacted by a Manager solely on that. What a great idea!"
David Deverell
"I have three requests for my scripts on VPF! I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate you guys for putting this together..."
Linda Larson
"My name is Rachel Reaugh and I am a screenwriter who uses Virtual Pitch Fest to market my screenplays. My feature screenplay LOST FARE (a drama based on a true story), was recently purchased and is in production with Director/Producer Bruce Logan (who I met on VPF & is legendary in the film industry) and Director/Producer Elliot Rosenblatt (THE COOLER, FEAR & LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS). Thank you for your support in my career as a screenwriter."
Rachel Reaugh
"I appreciate how diligent your company is. I have recommended your site to two friends who signed up. You are without question one of most professional sites helping screenwriters - maybe the most professional. Thanks."
Jamee Decio
"I love VPF! Thank you for making it available to us."
Richard Seidman
"I would also like to take this opportunity to let you know that the VPF service has exceeded my expectations. Had it not been for the VPF, I would never have gotten in touch with the industry pros listed on the website. No other service provides such accessibility or promises such prompt responses."
Lior Cohen
"DAMN! Must be the best 50 bucks ever spent. Quentin Tarantino's company wants to read my script! I realize that it doesn't mean he'll green light it, but DAMN!"
Chris Gross
"I just wanted to let you know that I recently signed a Shopping Agreement with Four Thieves Productions as a result of pitching to them through your website. As a screenwriter that lives in the Midwest, I really value the platform you provide! Keep up the good work!"
Kevin Wilde
"I am absolutely blown away at the ease and professionalism of your website/company! Thank you for this service - I'm going to pass along your URL to some of the writers around my office."
Derek Griffith, WGA
"I'm so impressed with the quick response. In some cases, just minutes after submitting. Thank you! I'm grateful for your service."
Becky Dowty
"Just wanted to let you know that through Virtual Pitch Fest I connected with Stephanie Rogers who is now representing me as my manager. Thank you and Virtual Pitch Fest for making this possible."
Richard Seidman
"I just want to let you know that I was recently interviewed as an 'upcoming star' for Huffington Post's ThriveGlobal site (for my acting & screenwriting skills) and I gave kudos to your site (as I've received a lot of requests on one of my screenplays as a result of VPF's platform)."
Jackie Letkowski
"I’m having a blast with your service, and I’ve already received several yes responses."
Ken Cosentino
"I love your service! I currently have multiple production companies reviewing my two scripts..."
Michael Eging
"Thank you for your wonderful service! I've received 7 responses from my queries with 2 'yes, send it!'"
Paul Christopher
"Just wanted to write to encourage my virtual comrades that 'yes's' do happen. Out of two query letters submitted, one was a 'yes'..."
Griffin Scott
"I have to say that so far in my journey this is the only screenwriting platform that makes me feel like it’s a matter of time until I actually sell a script."
David Diperstein
"David, just thought I’d let you know…out of the 11 pitches, two asked to read 'Something Gray'! Thanks again for your criticism!"
Phil Hopersberger
"...I'm not very tech savvy but I found your program very smooth and easy to operate."
Philip Pierce, WGA
"I would also like to take this opportunity to let you know that the VPF service has exceeded my expectations. Had it not been for the VPF, I would never have gotten in touch with the industry pros listed on the website. No other service provides such accessibility or promises such prompt responses."
Lior Cohen
"Just wanted to write to encourage my virtual comrades that 'yes's' do happen. Out of two query letters submitted, one was a 'yes'..."
Griffin Scott
"Thank you for your wonderful service! I've received 7 responses from my queries with 2 'yes, send it!'"
Paul Christopher
"I've become an avid user of VPF in the past few weeks and want to say thanks for helping to create a direct line between writers and producers. VPF is exactly the type of technology that's helping redefine our industry!"
Rob Ripley
"First of all I'd like to say VPF is AWESOME!!! I really appreciate your response and honesty...Thanks again!"
Maurice Edwards
"Just a few weeks ago, thanks to you folks and your services, Eric Canton of Canton Literary Management requested my TV pilot, "Smart Mouth," soon thereafter read it, requested more of my scripts, and today I signed with them! This likely would not have happened without VPF. Thanks for dismantling a few of the barriers that exist between writers and the industry!"
Bryan Marvis
"I love your service. I haven’t had anything purchased or optioned, but my current manager found me through VPF, and I have made a host of fantastic contacts who have put me on their 'please send everything you ever write' list...Great job, and please keep it up."
Michaelbrent Collings
“I value VPF a lot. How could I not? I have made deals that were a direct result of using the platform. It’s quick, easy to use, and you get back what you put into it. Since joining VPF in 2014, I’ve been exposed to writers, directors, and authors from every walk of life who I would not have had the chance to meet otherwise.”
Ryan Levee
"I've been using your site to pitch for the past four years. I just had my second meeting with Ideal Talent Agency (who I met through your service). I'm happy to announce they'll be representing me and my Sci-Fi feature, 'The Chameleon Paradox.' Thanks for providing the access."
Joshua Montcalm
"Awesome. Your site is great. Definitely going to recommend this to all my writer friends."
Adam Bhala Lough, WGA
“Thank you David, for providing us with the opportunity to get our scripts to producers, managers and agents.”
Terri Emmerson
"I’m having a blast with your service, and I’ve already received several yes responses."
Ken Cosentino
"I'm so impressed with the quick response. In some cases, just minutes after submitting. Thank you! I'm grateful for your service."
Becky Dowty
"I love VPF! Thank you for making it available to us."
Richard Seidman
"Thanks so much for your help on my query letter! I revised the one and applied your advice to my other ones. I just started today ( 50th birthday) and Zero Gravity already has requested TWO of my scripts!"
Timothy Lanz
"I just want to let you know that I was recently interviewed as an 'upcoming star' for Huffington Post's ThriveGlobal site (for my acting & screenwriting skills) and I gave kudos to your site (as I've received a lot of requests on one of my screenplays as a result of VPF's platform)."
Jackie Letkowski
"...I would like to say what a great site you have. I purchased the 5 pitch package. I've used another pitch site and am so much happier with yours! You have more/better contacts and your site is wonderful..."
Jeff Rosenberg
"My name is Rachel Reaugh and I am a screenwriter who uses Virtual Pitch Fest to market my screenplays. My feature screenplay LOST FARE (a drama based on a true story), was recently purchased and is in production with Director/Producer Bruce Logan (who I met on VPF & is legendary in the film industry) and Director/Producer Elliot Rosenblatt (THE COOLER, FEAR & LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS). Thank you for your support in my career as a screenwriter."
Rachel Reaugh
"Thanks to Virtual Pitch Fest, producer Lauren Lloyd has optioned my one-hour procedural TV series entitled NTSB."
Josh Miller, WGA
"Just wanted to let you know that through Virtual Pitch Fest I connected with Stephanie Rogers who is now representing me as my manager. Thank you and Virtual Pitch Fest for making this possible."
Richard Seidman
"Really enjoyed my time with Virtual Pitch Fest and thank you for letting me be a part of it, it’s a great service for writers and executives alike!"
Andrew Norman, Original Film
"I just wanted to let you know that I recently signed a Shopping Agreement with Four Thieves Productions as a result of pitching to them through your website. As a screenwriter that lives in the Midwest, I really value the platform you provide! Keep up the good work!"
Kevin Wilde
"I have to say that so far in my journey this is the only screenwriting platform that makes me feel like it’s a matter of time until I actually sell a script."
David Diperstein
"If it wasn’t for VPF, I would never have been able to pitch to MGM."
Tom Kuhl
"David, just thought I’d let you know…out of the 11 pitches, two asked to read 'Something Gray'! Thanks again for your criticism!"
Phil Hopersberger
"...I'm not very tech savvy but I found your program very smooth and easy to operate."
Philip Pierce, WGA
"I am absolutely blown away at the ease and professionalism of your website/company! Thank you for this service - I'm going to pass along your URL to some of the writers around my office."
Derek Griffith, WGA
"DAMN! Must be the best 50 bucks ever spent. Quentin Tarantino's company wants to read my script! I realize that it doesn't mean he'll green light it, but DAMN!"
Chris Gross
“…I LOVE the site…I've been lucky enough to get the attention of six producers and two managers through my pitches…”
Paul Dupree
"This is a wonderful site - I've gotten 2 requests out of the first 5 pitches!"
Josan Callender, WGA
"Just a few weeks ago, thanks to you folks and your services, Eric Canton of Canton Literary Management requested my TV pilot, "Smart Mouth," soon thereafter read it, requested more of my scripts, and today I signed with them! This likely would not have happened without VPF. Thanks for dismantling a few of the barriers that exist between writers and the industry!"
Bryan Marvis
"If it wasn’t for VPF, I would never have been able to pitch to MGM."
Tom Kuhl
"Awesome. Your site is great. Definitely going to recommend this to all my writer friends."
Adam Bhala Lough, WGA
"Just wanted to let you know that through Virtual Pitch Fest I connected with Stephanie Rogers who is now representing me as my manager. Thank you and Virtual Pitch Fest for making this possible."
Richard Seidman
“I value VPF a lot. How could I not? I have made deals that were a direct result of using the platform. It’s quick, easy to use, and you get back what you put into it. Since joining VPF in 2014, I’ve been exposed to writers, directors, and authors from every walk of life who I would not have had the chance to meet otherwise.”
Ryan Levee
"Thanks to Virtual Pitch Fest, producer Lauren Lloyd has optioned my one-hour procedural TV series entitled NTSB."
Josh Miller, WGA
"I love VPF! Thank you for making it available to us."
Richard Seidman
"...I would like to say what a great site you have. I purchased the 5 pitch package. I've used another pitch site and am so much happier with yours! You have more/better contacts and your site is wonderful..."
Jeff Rosenberg
“Thank you David, for providing us with the opportunity to get our scripts to producers, managers and agents.”
Terri Emmerson
"I appreciate how diligent your company is. I have recommended your site to two friends who signed up. You are without question one of most professional sites helping screenwriters - maybe the most professional. Thanks."
Jamee Decio
"I've been using your site to pitch for the past four years. I just had my second meeting with Ideal Talent Agency (who I met through your service). I'm happy to announce they'll be representing me and my Sci-Fi feature, 'The Chameleon Paradox.' Thanks for providing the access."
Joshua Montcalm
"I just want to let you know that I was recently interviewed as an 'upcoming star' for Huffington Post's ThriveGlobal site (for my acting & screenwriting skills) and I gave kudos to your site (as I've received a lot of requests on one of my screenplays as a result of VPF's platform)."
Jackie Letkowski
"First of all I'd like to say VPF is AWESOME!!! I really appreciate your response and honesty...Thanks again!"
Maurice Edwards
"Thanks so much for your help on my query letter! I revised the one and applied your advice to my other ones. I just started today ( 50th birthday) and Zero Gravity already has requested TWO of my scripts!"
Timothy Lanz
"I love your service. I haven’t had anything purchased or optioned, but my current manager found me through VPF, and I have made a host of fantastic contacts who have put me on their 'please send everything you ever write' list...Great job, and please keep it up."
Michaelbrent Collings
"...I'm not very tech savvy but I found your program very smooth and easy to operate."
Philip Pierce, WGA
"I’m having a blast with your service, and I’ve already received several yes responses."
Ken Cosentino
"Thank you for your wonderful service! I've received 7 responses from my queries with 2 'yes, send it!'"
Paul Christopher
"I would also like to take this opportunity to let you know that the VPF service has exceeded my expectations. Had it not been for the VPF, I would never have gotten in touch with the industry pros listed on the website. No other service provides such accessibility or promises such prompt responses."
Lior Cohen
"I'm a VPF fan -- great site, great service, amazing opportunities!"
Andie Andrews
"This is a wonderful site - I've gotten 2 requests out of the first 5 pitches!"
Josan Callender, WGA
"My name is Rachel Reaugh and I am a screenwriter who uses Virtual Pitch Fest to market my screenplays. My feature screenplay LOST FARE (a drama based on a true story), was recently purchased and is in production with Director/Producer Bruce Logan (who I met on VPF & is legendary in the film industry) and Director/Producer Elliot Rosenblatt (THE COOLER, FEAR & LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS). Thank you for your support in my career as a screenwriter."
Rachel Reaugh
“…I LOVE the site…I've been lucky enough to get the attention of six producers and two managers through my pitches…”
Paul Dupree
"DAMN! Must be the best 50 bucks ever spent. Quentin Tarantino's company wants to read my script! I realize that it doesn't mean he'll green light it, but DAMN!"
Chris Gross
"You guys do a wonderful service for the entire screenwriting community with VPF and David is such a cool dude."
John Weidner, WGA
"David, just thought I’d let you know…out of the 11 pitches, two asked to read 'Something Gray'! Thanks again for your criticism!"
Phil Hopersberger
"I am absolutely blown away at the ease and professionalism of your website/company! Thank you for this service - I'm going to pass along your URL to some of the writers around my office."
Derek Griffith, WGA
"Really enjoyed my time with Virtual Pitch Fest and thank you for letting me be a part of it, it’s a great service for writers and executives alike!"
Andrew Norman, Original Film
"Defiant Pictures asked to see my manuscript. I am thrilled. Thank you."
Michael Oborn
"I'm so impressed with the quick response. In some cases, just minutes after submitting. Thank you! I'm grateful for your service."
Becky Dowty
VPF client John Saunders' film "Hunt Club" was just released! John pitched the script to VPF Pro Jessica Mathis who said "yes" and requested the script.
"I use VPF as the easiest and best way to meet new talented writers and find the right content for our company Titan Global Entertainment to produce," Jessica said.
"I received a pitch from a VPF writer named John Saunders for a script about a group of women who are unsuspectedly captured and released onto an island for an elite power group as the ultimate hunt trophy...until they pick the wrong girl who fights back."
"We immediately liked the script and started communicating with John about it. Soon after, we signed an option agreement, and then went through some revisions of the script until it got made into the film 'Hunt Club' starring Mickey Rourke, Mena Suvari, and Casper Van Dien."
"If it wasn't for VPF, we would have never known about the project!"
VPF writer Piper Ozmer just sold two scripts while landing lit rep Chrisina DeRosa through VPF.
“I met Christina through VPF. Not only did she option my faith-based script THE GOOD BOOK, she also gave feedback to refine my writing and advocated for me within the industry. Since then, I’m excited to say THE GOOD BOOK has been sold! With Christina as my literary manager, I sold another romantic comedy script and have several other projects in the works. Every aspiring screenwriter hopes for someone in the industry to take a chance on them, and I am grateful to have gotten that chance thanks to VPF. Thank you for everything you do for writers!”
“I started working with Virtual Pitch back in 2020," said DeRosa. I discovered a writer on there who pitched me a Hallmark style Rom-Com. At the time, it wasn’t exactly a fit for my needs, but I knew immediately this writer was going places, could easily take direction, and believed, like me, writing is re-writing, so we started working together on pitches and concepts for me to pitch to Hallmark, Lifetime and other networks…
"Together, we refined and refined a concept that later, after over twenty drafts, turned into a heartfelt story that is so close to both of our hearts. Recognizing her exceptional talent, I offered for her to join Kingvigor as a writing client. Soon after, I successfully optioned her script and secured a deal...
"This experience reinforced the notion that when you encounter exceptional talent, the best course of action is to embrace it and nurture it. Our journey is a testament to the growth and success that can be achieved when gifted artists come together.”
VPF client Lise Pyles and her writing partner signed a deal with UK-Based Prodco 808010 Productions for her script "A Bodyguard for Christmas." Says Lisa: "I connected with Suzanne Garnett of 808010 Productions in the UK through a VPF query...We hope to have continued success with our work and VPF. Thank you!"
VPF writer Andy Greskoviak’s horror film “Black Friday” – pitched via VPF – has just been released! Andy pitched the script to Aware Wolf's Casey Tebo, who directed.
“Andy sent me the script through VPF, and I was immediately hooked,” said Casey. Produced by Warner Davis and starring Bruce Campbell, Michal Jai White & Devon Sawa, “Black Friday” tells the story of a group of disgruntled toy store employees who must defend themselves from legions of holiday shoppers when an alien parasite sends them on a murderous rampage.
“I sent the pitch to Casey through VPF,” Andy said, “and by that evening, we were texting and emailing ideas as to how we could bring this story to life. Because of VPF, ‘Black Friday’ went from being a pipe dream to being a reality – one where I was meeting professionals who wanted to bring this to life – in a matter of hours.”
“I mean it’s surreal," Andy said about his script-to-screen experience, "Especially since we had so many talented people working on this movie. So everything came to life in either ways I’d always pictured it or in ways I could’ve never imagined. Like the first time I walked into We Luv Toys (our fictional toy store) and saw it fully dressed with toys on the shelves, I was in awe. I think my fiancé cried. Or like one time I heard people discussing a character I’d written. Like two actors were like ‘Wouldn’t Marnie do blank? And I had to be like Hey! I know Marnie! I made her up! It’s such a weird feeling.”
VPF writers Leonard Langford & Collin Watts' script "Hot Seat," starring Mel Gibson, Kevin Dillon & Sam Asghari, is now filming. Emmett/Furla Oasis is producing.
In 2019 Langford pitched another of his scripts to VPF Pro Tim Sullivan (at the time with EFO), as well as to Bennatar/Thomas Productions. That screenplay was soon picked up by Bennatar/Thomas, and when Sullivan asked Langford if he had another project, he sent him "Hot Seat," which he co-wrote with Watts.
"Thank you VPF! EFO loved 'Hot Seat' and two years later it's in production this month in New Mexico," said Langford. "Even though my writing partner and I, had what we believed was an excellent script, it was difficult to put it in the right hands. VPF cut out the middle men and helped us deliver the script to the right people to get this made. We'll certainly continue using VPF because it provides us direct access to the people who can turn your scripts into major releases."
"I love the site's ease of use," he continued. "VPF makes it really easy to narrow your search, which gives you a larger chance of scoring a sale." Watts agreed, stating "VPF's been a blessing for us. It helped get our foot in the door!"
VPF client Alan Horsnail's script "Midnight in the Switchgrass" – starring Bruce Willis, Emile Hirsch & Megan Fox – was released by Lionsgate.
Alan pitched the script to Emmet Furla/Oasis Films' Tim Sullivan in 2019. Tim stated that "after reading Alan Horsnail’s pitch for 'Midnight in the Switchgrass' on VPF I was very intrigued and immediately requested the script."
Tim went on to explain that after reading the project "the company collectively decided that it would make a great addition" to their slate. "Alan’s script contained both a storyline that immediately hooked the reader and fascinating dialogue. Given that it was strong both commercially and artistically, we knew that the film would be valuable in the marketplace."
After EFO optioned the script, and Randall Emmett decided to direct it, the company held a table read. "Emile Hirsch is a friend of Randall’s and read at the table read as a favor, but then expressed interest in starring in the film. After some negotiations he was attached. We brought on Sheila Jaffe as casting director who helped source the remaining actors, aside from Bruce Willis who we have a long standing relationship with."
Before "Midnight," Alan had a successful career in the software business, but the call of screenwriting was too strong to resist. Without many connections in the business, he turned to VPF. “One of the biggest challenges an emerging writer has is to force people to read their stuff. That’s part of the genius of VPF, that nobody else does, is forcing people to get back to you. That’s all writers want.”
Thanks to Lee Jessop for breaking the story, which can be found at:
https://leejessup.com/real-writers-break-in-no-rep-no-problem-how-alan-made-a-spec-sale-happen.
VPF writer Richard Sherman just got a script deal thru VPF! His screenplay "40 Days To Eternity" was picked up by Orenda Entertainment via VPF Pro Steven Taylor.
VPF client Mark Keavney's screenplay "Dark Roots" is set to film in December! Mark pitched the script to DBS Films' Daniel Smith who will be producing with Clayton Turnage ("The Bay"). Mark David ("Texas Heart") will be directing and Hollywood Media Bridge came in for financing and distribution. "I found Mark Keavney's Sci-Fi Thriller, 'Dark Roots' on VPF after requesting the script off its compelling logline and read it in one sitting," said Smith "It is a highly relatable, cautionary tale about a troubled young man raised in foster car who takes a 23 & Me DNA test that amazingly identifies his long-lost father. Together with his pregnant fiance, he visits his father's isolated estate where they unearth a disturbing family history that threatens their sanity and their lives. It's a remarkable re-telling of 'Oedipus Rex', with the claustrophobic tone of 'Ex Machina' and the horror feel of 'Get Out.' And it has a twist and the end that you DO NOT SEE COMING."
Seafoam Pictures just acquired a screenplay through VPF! Says Seafoam's Aimee Ng: "I wanted to let you know we have successfully acquired a script that was pitched through Virtual Pitch Fest. The script is entitled "The Last Judgement," written by Kevin Coleman and Kirk Loudon. Thank you!"
VPF client Jackie Letkowski just signed with Better Management. Jackie says, "After getting several script requests through VPF for my TV Pilot "And Still Champion," I'm happy to report that Better Management loved it and is currently pitching the script to Production Companies & Networks for me. Thanks for the wonderful pitching platform!"
VPF client Karen Bryson recently sold her faith-based spec "The Mustard Seeds" to Believe Entertainment. Karen pitched her script thru VPF, got a "Yes" response from Exec Cary Soloman, and a deal was soon made. Karen had previously scored an option agreement thru VPF on another project.
VPF client Thomas Thonson's script "27 Times" is scheduled to begin filming in 2019! Thomas pitched his script to VPF participating Pro Grady Justice. Grady says: "I will be producing this film with my wife, Good Deed Entertainment's COO Nikki Stier Justice. I was pitched this script late last year and I fell in love with it instantly. Thomas Thonson has been a pleasure to work with. He signed a shopping agreement with me and I brought the project to Good Deed Entertainment who then optioned it. I knew it would be a perfect fit for their new genre division Cranked Up Films. I love VPF!"
VPF client Chris Courtney Martin just signed a deal! "Hey, guys! Just wanted to let you know that through your site, I linked up with a wonderful producer named Sandra Leviton.We just signed a co-production agreement for my Social Satire/Horror-Comedy "Charcuterie" which we are now developing. Thanks so much!"
Client Rachel Reaugh's feature "Lost Fare" - which was picked up by VPF producer Bruce Logan - is faring very well on the festival circuit. So far the pic has WON PRIZES at the Hollywood Independent Motion Picture Film Festival, the Los Angeles Film Awards, the Around Films International Film Festival & the Chautauqua International Film Festival. Congrats to Rachel, Bruce & his producing partner Elliot Rosenblatt ("The Cooler," "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas")!
VPF client Karl Archer just optioned his script "Ballbreaker" to Minor Distractions! Congrats Karl!
From Abrams Artists' Ryan Levee: "David, not sure if you knew this? I signed Matt Eskandari after he queried me on VPF. Very excited about him, and happy to call it a VPF success story!
VPF clients Justin Powell & David Charbonier just optioned their script “The Ice Cream Man” to Covert Media & Broken Road Productions via a connection made through VPF. Says Justin: “This is by far the best online pitching website we've come across, and we will be sure to recommend you all to any writers that are trying to get their work out to industry professionals. Thanks so much!"
Australian screenwriter Pete Bridges - who was discovered via VPF - just sold his family action spec "The Fall" to Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment! To learn more, click on http://deadline.com/2016/07/amblin-entertainment-alien-invasion-spec-script-the-fall-pete-bridges-1201783979/
