how to approach film companies

[benj09]

Hello, I have just completed my final draft of my newest film "growing Pains" its very gritty and it is all based on true stories. I have a list of film companies but what should I do Just email the script to them. Or is there a better way to get them to notice my script?

 

[devhaven]

Well. You could get an agent, or you could call them. Emailing is just not forward enough. If they give out their phone number, it means they expect phone calls. I'm not an expert in selling any scripts though.

 

[directorik]

Never send a script until they ask for it. Send out well written,
compelling query letters.

A good query letter should be addressed directly to a specific
person - no “to whom it may concern” letters. It MUST be
grammatically correct with proper punctuation. Obvious? You’d be
surprised. State clearly what you’re selling, how long it is and
that it’s finished - no one wants to consider an unfinished work
from a new writer.

A killer, high concept log line. Seriously. If you can’t sell it
in ONE sentence they won’t be able to sell it in one sentence.

Your background. If you got nothing, maybe it’s best that you wait
until you do. But if you must jump in without any previous
experience don't mention high school writing and only mention
college experience if you won some awards or went to the same
college as the person receiving the letter.

Don’t state the obvious:
“I know this will be a big hit!” - every writer thinks their
script will be a big hit or attract top talent.

Don’t make claims you can’t back up:
“The current audience is clamoring for a story like this.” - “It
will change the way people think.”

Don’t mention statistics: The pros know more current info than
you.