When I 16 years old and I took a
Screenwriting course at UCLA Extension under the recommendation of my
English teacher.
I know I've succeeded.......
When I type in Fade to Black.
My inspiration to write
CAREER VIRGIN.......
I was convinced that I was the only virgin in school. When I decided to write
the script, I wanted to have some heartwarming fun with a serious issue and
the innocent misconceptions and self induced agony.
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FilmMakers Magazine:
What inspired you to write?
Angie M. Comer: My College English Professor, who said to me
“Before you are anything…you are a writer.”
FilmMakers Magazine: How did you prepare yourself to
write your first script?
Angie M. Comer:
Intense research; I purchased a book writing for film and paid even
closer attention on English class.
FilmMakers Magazine: Is
this your first script and how long did it take you to write CAREER
VIRGIN?
Angie M. Comer:
“Career Virgin” is my 14th script. While working an 8-hour a day
brain-cramping job, it took me almost three weeks to get it the way I
wanted.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you have a set routine, place and time management for writing?
Angie M. Comer:
No. I enjoy writing at night, after the gym and my usual
procrastination. I write until I am stuck or tired. I refuse to force
creativity.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you believe screenplay contests
are important for aspiring screenwriters and why?
Angie M. Comer:
Absolutely. The right ones are a unique and fun challenge that will
hopefully open a door of opportunity.
FilmMakers Magazine: What
influenced you to enter the
American Gem Short Script Competition?
Angie M. Comer:
American Gem’s intentions are genuine. Few contests honor the short
script form the way they do. They don’t present themselves as a
“fly-by-night” kind of organization by any means. And to have the
chance to compete and have your short produced is too good to pass up.
FilmMakers Magazine: What script would you urge aspiring writers to read and why?
Angie M. Comer:
“Moonstruck” it is an intelligently written and hysterically
intriguing. The three-dimensional characters are charming and jump off
the page and pull into their dysfunctional world of chaos and true
love.
FilmMakers Magazine:
Beside screenwriting what are you
passionate about and why?
Angie M. Comer:
Film Directing, because I believe that I am a voice with the power of
words to launch to the movie-going audience towards uncharted
territory of storytelling. And saving every homeless puppy and kitten
on earth, because I am sucker for anything cute and cuddly.
FilmMakers Magazine: Who is your favorite Screenwriter
and Why?
Angie M. Comer:
Billy Wilder I love the flow of dialogue. It’s sharp and
uninhibited. It’s like watching a no-holds-barred tennis match between
actors.
FilmMakers Magazine: Name
the director you would love to work with and why?
Angie M. Comer:
Sam Mendes he has an innovative and unique style with rhythmic fury.
It’s not about camera angles alone; it’s about the emotional
rollercoaster he takes you on.
FilmMakers Magazine:
Name the actor you would love to work with and why?
Angie M. Comer: Laura Linney she is a magnificent performer;
expressive with her eyes and words. She can breath life into ordinary
dialogue. I have never seen her play the same character twice.
FilmMakers Magazine:
Any tips and things learned along
the way to pass on to others?
