Who would you choose to pen the screenplay for a sequel?
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Who would you choose to pen the screenplay for a sequel?
As a film aficionado, I can assert that a GOOD script is the essential "key" to a good movie. With that in mind, which screenwriter would you choose to pen the screenplay for a sequel?
Here are my picks:
1.) David Lynch, whose line of work includes:
- Mulholland Dr.
- Lost Highway
- Blue Velvet
2.) Alan Ball:
- American Beauty
- Various TV shows, such as: True Blood, Six Feet Under, and Grace Under Fire.
3.) Richard Kelly
- Donnie Darko
- The Box
There's more that don't come to mind at the moment.
Although, if someone like: Federico Fellini were alive, I'd want to work with him. His masterpiece, 8½, still blows me away today. It's as close to cinematic art as you'll ever get.
*Some female screenwriters are taking Hollywood by storm, such as: Lorene Scafaria, and Diablo Cody, whose work I'm really impressed with.
How about you guys?
Here are my picks:
1.) David Lynch, whose line of work includes:
- Mulholland Dr.
- Lost Highway
- Blue Velvet
2.) Alan Ball:
- American Beauty
- Various TV shows, such as: True Blood, Six Feet Under, and Grace Under Fire.
3.) Richard Kelly
- Donnie Darko
- The Box
There's more that don't come to mind at the moment.
Although, if someone like: Federico Fellini were alive, I'd want to work with him. His masterpiece, 8½, still blows me away today. It's as close to cinematic art as you'll ever get.
*Some female screenwriters are taking Hollywood by storm, such as: Lorene Scafaria, and Diablo Cody, whose work I'm really impressed with.
How about you guys?
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It doesn't necessarily have to be a no-name, as long as their work is admirable; though, I do agree that a renowned writer wouldn't invest as much time as someone who has more at stake.
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Xev, bite your tongue!
I don't know so much about collaboration when it comes to writing. There's always a difference in opinion and it usually ends in conflict.
And why do you say no to Richard Kelly? The man has an understanding of surrealism, which can be beneficial.
I don't know so much about collaboration when it comes to writing. There's always a difference in opinion and it usually ends in conflict.
And why do you say no to Richard Kelly? The man has an understanding of surrealism, which can be beneficial.
Are you so impressed with authority that you give respect and credence to all who claim it?
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just kiddn' about the first part lol.Chuckles wrote:Xev, bite your tongue!
I don't know so much about collaboration when it comes to writing. There's always a difference in opinion and it usually ends in conflict.
And why do you say no to Richard Kelly? The man has an understanding of surrealism, which can be beneficial.
& I wouldnt say no, I would have to see more of his work.
He had a very good joining with Mark Frost for twin peaks and worked very well together.
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David Lynch, I totally agree with u there, I'm a big Luc Besson fan myself, but he doesn't do horror. I'm an up and coming filmmaker and I'd do it myself but I do not have the budget or equipment....if I did I would lol. A few short films are in the work under my production company. I would love to share these shorts on the forum when they are finished http://www.vimeo.com/10091583
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how about Guillermo del Toro? i mean, he's one of the best screen writers ever, and the creator of my fav. horror movies "Master's of Horror" and "The Devils Backbone", a spiritual sequel of "Pan's Labyrinth" . one of his mindfuck movie was the 1993 phsyco-horror "Cronos"... i think he'll do great in silent hill.
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Clearly, Christophe Gans needs assistans and should only handle the visual portion, so I'd choose between a few distinct directors and writers with great competence:
- Adrian Lyne (JACOB'S LADDER, UNFAITHFUL) by his side, or...
- David Lynch...
- Danny Boyle (TRAINSPOTTING, 28 DAYS LATER)
- Neil Marshall (DOG SOLDIERS, THE DESCENT)
Or Mr. Avary might given his circumstances come up with a good script exclusively on his own...
- Adrian Lyne (JACOB'S LADDER, UNFAITHFUL) by his side, or...
- David Lynch...
- Danny Boyle (TRAINSPOTTING, 28 DAYS LATER)
- Neil Marshall (DOG SOLDIERS, THE DESCENT)
Or Mr. Avary might given his circumstances come up with a good script exclusively on his own...
Yeah, well... that is just like, ah, your opinion, man.