Leila Irim
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Discuss article: Script evaluation services - are they worth it?
Hi Alan,
Having read your article the main, very helpful conclusion that I am inclined to draw is that using a script evaluator is not some kind of “leaving your children in the wood to see if they survive the wolves” type of experience.
Rather, it’s all about priming the work so it can be approved! Unfortunately the best of us are prone to “over-parenting” our work and being precious about it.
In Film, the equivalent is the phrase “checking the gate” – before the clapboard is snapped on the scene. Just making sure everything is set before the Director shouts: “Aaaaaand ACTION!”
Seriously however, although any work can benefit from a fresh pair of eyes, this really is not enough. The person you choose, apart from being paid to be professionally brutal, has to also be sympathetic as you say. In that respect, that you want the best for your work – you can learn to bear each other and your own ego (one hopes.)
Kind of the type I like to call “The Father Dad”. Very to the point, but he really is only saying it like that because he loves you. Also, I have to say this, SHAMELESS plug, Heidi Polk, PLEASE quit your job and be a freelance Editor! You are a genius who blends objectivity with sensitivity – and THAT is what makes a PROPER Script Advisor.
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