As an aspiring scriptwriter, I would mostly want to go more towards mainstream simply b/c there would then be a larger audience to see the work as oppose to the more independent indie films.
Im not saying one is better than the other, just wondering which of the two types are preferred when it comes to their qualities.
Also since indie films usually have a lower budget when it comes to production than the mainstream, many people would tend to think that they might not be as good...but then again since they aren't as massively viewed by the public wouldn't there be less censorship, etc?
2007-07-10
12:16:46
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nena_phantasy11
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Yogini108, I looked at the link you gave me but it says that the 2007 competition is already closed :( but I would definatly consider it for any upcoming yrs(once I get a complete script done too) thanks!
By the way, it didnt say from what I saw, but Im assuming you have to be 18 or older?...cus Im not lol
2007-07-10
14:07:38 ·
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This is a pretty subjective question, as much of the answer could be dictated purely by taste. However, there are some objective answers based on how the industry operates.
To put it simply, large budget movies tend to give less control to the director and the creative team and more to the bean counters. So, for large, block buster movies, you tend to have a handful of actual plot lines based on what has been known to sell to audiences. On smaller budgets, the creative team has more control over the look. We are seeing big Hollywood directors, like Martin Scorsese, leaving the big budget arena for smaller budget movies because they can have more creative control.
With smaller budgets you sometimes have lower production values because the people are not as experienced but this is not always the case. In my companies, The Hidden Art and Dirty Bum Productions, I have a lot of creative control as director as well as being one of the producers. Our focus, as with many indies, is that we learn something from each production that will make the next one even better.
With technological advancements in computer imaging (cameras) and editing (software and computers), small budget companies are turning out better quality footage than ever before. The downside to people working in the industry, however, is that small companies sometimes have little or no money to pay cast or crew.
As a viewer, however, the only thing that should matter is that you enjoyed or got something useful from the story that was told. Don't look at budget to decide if a movie is good. Just look at whether you like it.
Peace,
David
2007-07-11 10:50:23
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answered by davidpetersonharvey 2
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There's a lot less difference between the two than there used to be. If you're a scriptwriter, I think you should care about getting a good director for your script, when you have a choice, and not worry as much about which production company is footing the bills. At first, of course, just get your movies made any way you can, which will tend to mean indie films. You can also enter your scripts into some of the more important scriptwriting contests. Getting noticed in one of these contests can get you a good agent, which will help you get your script off the page and into the theaters. Good luck! We need more good script writers these days!
I've included the link to the Nicholl contest--you must admit, it's sponsored by a pretty reputable organization!
http://www.oscars.org/nicholl/index.html
2007-07-10 12:28:07
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answered by Yogini108 5
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Indie films rule. Typically, just to hear of a title means it has to be the cream of the crop to have made it. And dealing with an uphill battle competing against the blockbuster budget, means they have to be better written and more interesting. Add in indie movies coming in from around the world and you learn something about other cultures and exotic locations.
Mainstream is pumping out the same old cookie cutter junk. They spend a big budget to advertise, and on big name actors. Not all that money is going into quality. They cut back on the storyline, tending to go with the same old tried and tested story we all heard before, as they don't want to risk all that money on something new and not tried before. Generally that means more explosions, more potty jokes, or more kid shows. The sequel, the remake, or the sequel to the remake. That's all they make.
2007-07-10 12:34:58
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answered by JuanB 7
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It still has to go through the MPAA for the rating, so they can censor as well.
It's a mixed bag at best. You can have indie films hit big ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding" "Whale Rider") and mainstream films die a painful death "(Gigli")
2007-07-10 12:20:06
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answered by Experto Credo 7
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the quiet strangers with candy fantastically persuasion king of california the sasquatch gang working with scissors the infantrymen candy hardy candy the wristcutters : a love tale boot camp now and back i glance at thinkfilms website for concepts.
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answered by ? 4
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