Documentary: “Dreams On Spec”
We’ve already featured an excerpt with screenwriter Stephen E. de Souza, but here’s a chance to watch for free (courtesy of SnagFilms) the entire documentary on screenwriting Dreams on Spec (2007). Written and directed by Daniel Snyder, here’s the IMDB summary of the movie:
“Dreams on Spec” takes an intimate look at how far people will go — and how much they will sacrifice — for the chance to pursue their dreams. This feature-length documentary delves into the lives of three aspiring Hollywood screenwriters as they pour their hearts into their spec scripts, pitch their ideas to anyone who will listen, go to meetings, hold table reads, and work at low-level day-jobs — all in the hopes of one day seeing one of their beloved creations made into a movie. These poignant portraits are intercut with wisdom from a “Greek Chorus” of superstar Hollywood creative-types like James L. Brooks, Nora Ephron, Gary Ross, and Carrie Fisher to forge a funny and compelling look at inspiration, creativity, and solitude in the movie industry.
The link where you can watch the movie online requires you to endure some ‘commercials,’ so I assume Snyder is receiving some $$ for that. However if you really want to do Mr. Snyder a solid, you can go to the Writers Store and buy the DVD for a mere $19.95. Here’s the movie’s trailer:
UPDATE: Received a Tweet yesterday from @LaFamiliaFilm about the doc at Snag Films. Figured I’d re-post this for those who may have missed it the first time around (3/11/09) in lieu of a Video Interview as there are several in this doc.