when I can sit back after reading my first
script and smile, Personal success.
My inspiration to write PLEDGE.......
came from my admiration of films that push
the boundaries to bring attention to what is wrong in the world.
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FilmMakers Magazine:
What inspired you to write?
Chloe Harvey: The opportunity to see my personal ideas come to
life and one day hopefully to screen.
FilmMakers Magazine: How did you prepare yourself to
write?
Chloe Harvey:
I read and read and
read, I spoke to other writers both professional and amateur. I also
read blogs, watched seminars and asked many questions.
FilmMakers Magazine: Is
this your first and how long did it take you to write PLEDGE?
Chloe Harvey:
This is my very first
script and from idea to final draft the process was about 3 years.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you have a set routine, place and time management for writing?
Chloe Harvey:
I really just grab my
laptop, find a quiet place, brainstorm and write as i think.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you believe screenplay contests
are important for aspiring screenwriters and why?
Chloe Harvey:
Absolutely, exposure
is so important and its gives you the chance to learn from your
mistakes and even your success.
FilmMakers Magazine:
What
influenced you to enter the
American Gem Short Script Competition?
Chloe Harvey:
I am so proud of
Pledge and I want to give it as much exposure as i possibly can.
So i searched the internet for screenplay and writing competitions,
did a little bit of research and chose the the competition that stood
out the most to me, that being American Gem.
FilmMakers Magazine: What script would you urge aspiring writers to read and why?
Chloe Harvey:
I would urge aspiring
writes to read my script so they can see first hand that it is
possible to pass that huge hurdle of writing your first script.
FilmMakers Magazine:
Beside screenwriting what are you
passionate about and why?
Chloe Harvey:
I am passionate about
Performing Arts. Being able to tell a story and to entertain. I am
also passionate about wildlife conservation. I think its so important
to speak for those who can not speak for themselves.
FilmMakers Magazine: Who is your favorite Screenwriter
and Why?
Chloe Harvey:
Steve Shagan and Ann
Biderman. Primal Fear is the most clever, original, well written film
i have ever seen.
FilmMakers Magazine: Name
the director you would love to work with and why?
Chloe Harvey:
Clint Eastwood. He is
just so supportive of his cast and crew. And support is so appreciated
during the craziness of a film shoot.
FilmMakers Magazine:
Name the actor you would love to work with and why?
Chloe Harvey:
Edward Norton, Shia
Lebouf or Will Estes. There's just so much natural talent there, its
just a joy to sit and watch them perform, it just comes so naturally.
Perfect!
FilmMakers Magazine:
Any tips and things learned along
the way to pass on to others?
