VPF Talks

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Where Hollywood VIPs chat about the TV & Film business.

  1. Jul 24

    How Alan Horsnail Pitched and Sold a Bruce Willis Movie to producer Tim Sullivan on VPF

    Discover how a screenplay submitted through VPF transitioned from a simple online submission into a major feature film starring Bruce Willis. This episode breaks down screenwriter Alan Horsnail’s exact strategy for navigating the platform, capturing the attention of top-tier producer Timothy C. Sullivan, and securing a greenlight. Learn how to leverage the guaranteed response system of VPF to bypass industry gatekeepers and get independent scripts directly into the hands of Hollywood professionals.

    How Alan Horsnail Pitched and Sold a Bruce Willis Movie to producer Tim Sullivan on VPF

  2. 06/27/2020

    Award-Winning Rom-Com Filmmaking with Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer

    Discover how a creative concept transitioned from script to a critically acclaimed, award-winning feature film. Filmmakers Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer share their exact strategies for navigating the independent market and building momentum around their romantic comedy Plus One. Learn how to leverage the guaranteed professional response system of VPF to bypass industry gatekeepers, pitch projects directly to active production companies, and get independent screenplays noticed.

    Award-Winning Rom-Com Filmmaking with Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer

  3. 04/19/2020

    Packaging and Pitching a Hollywood Thriller with Vaughn Stein

    Learn what it takes to attract A-list celebrity talent to an independent thriller screenplay. Director Vaughn Stein breaks down the creative and business journey behind his film Inheritance, starring Lily Collins and Simon Pegg. This session details how to format high-concept scripts for maximum engagement, leverage the guaranteed professional response system of VPF, and put creative projects directly in front of active Hollywood financiers to advance a filmmaking career.

    Packaging and Pitching a Hollywood Thriller with Vaughn Stein

  4. 05/01/2019

    Tracking Screenplay Sales and Hollywood Trends with Will Plyler

    Gain a competitive edge by understanding how scripts move through the Hollywood system. This session features an inside look at script tracking, market trends, and industry sales data. Discover how screenwriters can utilize these insights to tailor their submissions, leverage the guaranteed professional review system of VPF, and put their creative work directly in front of active producers looking for specific high-value concepts.

    Tracking Screenplay Sales and Hollywood Trends with Will Plyler

  5. 07/21/2018

    Navigating Independent Feature Film Development with Piotr Szkopiak

    Writer and director Piotr Szkopiak details the journey behind his feature film The Last Witness and what it takes to get independent historical scripts produced. This case study highlights the practical steps to refining a script for production and navigating today's competitive distribution landscape. Learn how to maximize your pitches, benefit from the guaranteed response structure of VPF, and successfully advance your filmmaking career without an agent.

    Navigating Independent Feature Film Development with Piotr Szkopiak

  6. 04/21/2018

    Breaking into Kids TV and Animation with Tom Hyndman

    Industry veteran Tom Hyndman details the creative journey behind writing for major kids' entertainment and animated series. This blueprint highlights the practical steps to building a television writing portfolio and getting episodic scripts read in today's competitive landscape. Learn how to maximize your pitches, benefit from the guaranteed response structure of VPF, and successfully market your television concepts without a traditional Hollywood agent.

    Breaking into Kids TV and Animation with Tom Hyndman

  7. 01/30/2018

    What Screenwriters Can Learn from Hollywood Character Actors

    Writing memorable characters is the fastest way to get your script requested by a producer. Veteran actor Chris Browning shares key industry insights into what makes a story stand out to performers and directors. Discover how to write dialogue and action blocks that jump off the page and use VPF to pitch character-driven material directly to active production companies, bypassing gatekeepers with a guaranteed yes-or-no response on your submission.

    What Screenwriters Can Learn from Hollywood Character Actors

  8. 10/25/2017

    Finding Production Success in the Horror Genre with Zack Andrews and Bobby Roe

    Succeeding in the indie horror landscape requires a sharp understanding of genre expectations and commercial appeal. Filmmakers Zack Andrews and Bobby Roe share their experiences developing and producing their horror series The Houses October Built. Discover how to package a script for maximum visual impact and use VPF to put your loglines directly in front of active genre producers, replacing industry silence with a guaranteed yes-or-no decision on your script submissions.

    Finding Production Success in the Horror Genre with Zack Andrews and Bobby Roe
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Where Hollywood VIPs chat about the TV & Film business.

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  • Creator
    Virtual Pitch Fest
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Virtual Pitch Fest
  • Show Website
    VPF Talks