CRIME/MYSTERY Festival 1st Scene: VIEWING, by John C. Fitch III (interview)
1ST SCENE SCREENPLAY READINGS • 7m 1s
After a supernatural experience, a street artist at the end of his rope goes to work for a billionaire as a psychic viewer but must fight his way out when he discovers that his shadowy employer is embroiled in a deadly conspiracy. Inspired by true events.
CAST LIST:
Narrator: Hannah Ehman
Scott: Geoff Mays
Voice/Lucas: Sean Ballantyne
Get to know the writer:
1. What is your screenplay about?
After a supernatural experience, a young street artist at the end of his rope goes to work for a fossil fuel billionaire as a psychic viewer but must fight his way out when he discovers that his employer is embroiled in a deadly conspiracy. Inspired by true events.
2. What genres does your screenplay fall under?
Thriller, Paranormal Thriller, Mystery.
3. Why should this screenplay be made into a movie?
Based on the very real U.S. government remote viewing program, it's a fast paced, intriguing thriller that tackles some contemporary issues.
4. How would you describe this script in two words?
Tight and heartfelt.
5. What movie have you seen the most times in your life?
Apocalypse Now.
6. How long have you been working on this screenplay?
Almost two years, from conception to this latest draft.
7. How many stories have you written?
Dozens of short stories, one TV pilot, four screenplays, and one audio fiction series script.
8. What is your favorite song? (Or, what song have you listened to the most times in your life?)
There are so many to choose from! That's a tough question. If I had to pick one, I would say A Love Supreme, Part IV by John Coltrane.
9. What obstacles did you face to finish this screenplay?
The opinions and criticism of many readers. In the end, it worked out well!
10. Apart from writing, what else are you passionate about?
11. You entered your screenplay via FilmFreeway. What has been your experiences working with the submission platform site?
Film Freeway is great! It's very easy to use and it's dependable.
12. What influenced you to enter the festival? What were your feelings on the initial feedback you received?
My experience with the festival has been terrific!
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