KUDOS
Here are testimonials
we have received in the 9 years the Film and TV Connection
has been assisting clients since 2003.
These include comments from a noted film director, the U.S.
government, screenplay writers, TV show developers, book
writers selling film rights, filmmakers seeking distributors,
musicians selling composing services, and other film industry
professionals.
From a Noted Film Director
"Thank you very much for your help in sending out my query letter to your
database of film producers and agents for my proposed co-production with a
U.S. producer for my new film project: JOURNEY TO THE WEST, about a Chinese
monk who comes to Brooklyn, New York. As a result of your query, I received
interest from a producer at Warner Brothers and am working out arrangements
with a major L.A. producer. I find your service a helpful way to bring
together the film industry in China, Hong Kong, and other countries with the
West, and I hope to use your service again for future projects."
LEE LIK CHEE
Director of
Shaolin Soccer, Legend of the Dragon
, and over 20 films
Hong Kong/China (For additional
details, see my
profile and filmography
)
From U.S. Government Agencies
"We were delighted at our success of using your service to set up meetings
for a delegation of senior executives in the animation entertainment
industry from Hong Kong seeking introductions to U.S. companies involved
in films and toys and games, as well as financing. The response exceeded
our expectations. We directed people to respond to our Website and had
over 100 responses. We set up over 200 one-on-one meetings, and even
had a waiting list for our reception and breakfast. Both the Hong Kong
delegates and U.S. companies were very happy with the high quality of the participants
on both sides. I also appreciate your help in writing the letters
for our mailing. You were able to highlight what was important
to both sides, and it made it so much easier for me to have your
knowledgeable, expert assistance. Thank you again for all your
help."
Maura Kim
Senior International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service
U.S. Department of Commerce Los
Angeles, CA
"Thanks so much for your help in drafting a letter and sending it out
on behalf of a delegation of senior executives from the Hong Kong film industry
coming to Southern California. In our effort to outreach to the film
industry to seek appropriate U.S. firms to meet with the delegates for production
and distribution opportunities as well as obtain financing from venture capitalists
and private investors for their companies, a partnership with your firm and
your resources was invaluable! We received over 100 enthusiastic responses
from our query, and had the challenging pleasure of sorting through the many
interested parties to prioritize and set up meetings for the executives. Thank
you again for a professional job well done."
Kristin Houston
International
Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial
Service
Newport
Beach, CA
http://export.gov/california/newportbeach/
From Screenplay Writers
"Because of your service I have signed with an agent
for my script ARMADA about the great Spanish naval expedition
which set sail from Lisbon in 1588 to conquer London and
Queen Elizabeth...In addition, a production company is interested
in developing a documentary about this story. I can't
thank you enough."
Marilyn Piscitelli
Palm Desert, California
"Just wanted to let you know your service was a success
for my screenplay, RESCUING MADISON. I received ten
requests for my script and that's much better than your competitor's
results. Your list is obviously better and I'm sure
a lot of hard work goes into keeping it updated. Two
of the ten companies have already read the script and are
considering it. I'm looking forward to my next query
for my new script IF THAT AIN'T COUNTRY."
Terry Brody
Bellerose, New York
"I'm delighted and am systematically plowing through
it all...THANK YOU! This is great!...This is the most
incredible service. I have never ever experienced such
support and ease in presenting my work to the world. Gini
is a consummate professional. The responses are immediate. Literally! This
a true gift to artists with clear intentions to be well presented
and published."
Debbie Robins
Los Angeles Film Producer/Life and
Career Coach
Los Angeles, California
www.debbierobins.com
"I wanted to thank you for your easy to use and helpful
query service. I'm still talking to two production
companies that wanted to see a rewrite, which I've now finished. And
I'm still awaiting responses on the first read from five
more. The best thing about your service was its ease
of use and the ability to reach a lot of people at one time. I
received a total of about 25 responses from people wanting
a copy of the script."
Amir Epstein
Oakland, California"
"Thank you for sending out my equery first to producers
and then to agents...I had 25 responses to the producer query,
and three requests from agents...on the whole I'm very pleased
with your service."
Miranda Cobbold
Marion, Massachusetts
"I have received several positive responses from agencies
and production companies (thank-you!) They are now
requesting a full script...And thank you kindly for attending
to my e-query letter...Thanks for the great work...much appreciated."
Silvana Simic-Bentley
Queensland, Australia
"Let me report to you the result of my recent query
to film producers. I had some serious contacts...So
all and all I am pleased with the query result. Now
I am thinking to try the same thing with agents and managers."
Oge Eray
Author of
Counterclockwise
Northport, New York
"Hi, Gini. Doing Well so far with the query letters
for
Freak
, maybe 10 to 12 invites so far."
Jonathan W. Harnisch
Long Beach, California
"This letter with your changes sounds great. I
am very pleased. Thanks...And good news already. I
got a call from a producer who wanted to see the entire script,
that it looked interesting and that he liked controversial
subject like the script....Hope this is a good omen."
Ruben Whittington
Walnut, California
"Good news already. Got a call today from a major production
company. The producer said that he received the letter and wanted to
see the entire script, that it looked interesting and that he liked controversial
subjects like the script. I hope this is a good omen. And thanks
so much for your revisions of my letter. It sounds great. I am
very pleased. Thanks so much."
Rick Wadsworth
Clayton, California
"I personally appreciate all the prior recommendations
for writing my letter....I also received many contacts, including
many e-mails and a phone call, with some success and interest."
George Bajszar
Author of
Alien Story
Highland Ranch, Colorado
"Thanks for all your help in co-writing and pitching
my script
The Senate."
James Gichine
Raleigh, North Carolina
"Wow, that was quick for just a few hours! So
far I have replies for ICM, William Morris, and a few other
notables. I am so excited! This is the best response
I've received in three years of making unsuccessful query
attempts!...I've incorporated some of your suggested into
my query...Thank you so much for your guidance in creating
a successful query! Thanks Gini!"
Lauren C. Freeman
Author of
The Dove
Oakland, California
"Working with Gini Graham Scott has been excellent. She's
organized, responsive, and extremely efficient. I received
22 positive responses; 7 wanted to get the script right away,
and 15 were very interested in the idea. Also, every
time I called with questions, she was there and answered
them. That meant a lot to me as a newcomer to this
industry."
Peggy Horn
Author of
Minute Waltz
Lafayette, California
"The response has been fantastic! I have gotten
13 requests for the script, include an agent at one of the
largest agencies. One producer said this has Oscar
written all over it...Your service is the best! I will
keep you informed as to the progress. Thanks again."
Wayne Josephson
Author of
American Jury
Edina, Minnesota
"I have gotten at least 7 requests for my script. So
I sing the praises of your service. :-)
Serena Lowe
Author of
Monster Mash
Fayetteville, Georgia
"Just a note to say thanks. So far, I've received
sixteen requests for my screenplay,
Francey
. All I've wanted was to be able to get my stuff read
by people who could make things happen, and you've provided
that vehicle for me. Additionally, your help with my
synopsis was invaluable."
Martin Dubow
Tujunga, California
"I'm pretty overwhelmed, with over 70 replies to my
query...and eleven flat-out requests for the script
Sitting Pretty.
"
Mark Ellis
Portland, Oregon
"Ten requests for the script in 24 hours. This is a great service!"
Bill Johnson
Author of
Unintended Consequences
Portland, Oregon
www.storyispromise.com
"Wow, Gini, I'm inundated. Over a hundred e-mail
responses. I'm still sorting through them, but so far
four script requests and two direct phone calls for more
info. Thanks so much...And thanks for the superb suggestions/corrections
for my query letter."
Jonathan M. Schwartz
Author of
Harold's Revenge
Ocala, Florida
"The new way for writers to contact film producers
and agents is e-mailing -- cheap, efficient, and right to
the point. Gini's service does exactly that at a fair
price, and I was swamped with replies in the first day! She
knows what you need to send, and has a huge list of agents
and producers. I am still digging out and sending out
copies of two of my screenplays to interested agents and
producers. Keep up the good work, Gini!
Jeff Buckingham
Author of
Born to Heal, I, II, and III
and
Frederick and Emily, I and II
Vallejo, California
"I have to be honest, I did not know what to expect with your service,
but it sounded more personable than other options out there. It only
took a few hours to start receiving responses for my script THE BEST MAN. I
have already had over twenty requests to read my script and most are from very
accomplished producers. I just want to thank you for your help and wonderful
service."
Alec Whittle
Seattle, Washington"
As soon as the emails went out, I began getting inquiries
from Hollywood agents, producers, talent agencies, literary
agents in New York and independent producers in Canada and
Boston. The feedback was very positive and all done in Internet
time. No deals yet, but something is already cooking -- in
just one day!"
Dan Bloom
Creator of Bubbie and Zadie characters
for Hollywood movie
Chiaya, Taiwan
"Thanks with your help on my query to film agents and
managers for THE MONTANA PROJECT...I have had replies from
29 agents and I have sent out eight scripts."
Lloyd Benson
Idaho Falls, Idaho
"I just wanted to let you know that I have a very favorable
response to your mailing! I even received an offer
to purchase my script for
The Psychic Cafe,
and the e-mails are still coming in. Several producers
want a script sent to them....I think you're great!"
Phyllis Esposito
Staten Island, New York
"The response has been good, with the responses still
coming in. I was really impressed with the quality
of the names on your e-mailing list. Your input in
preparing the query letter was helpful as well."
Brian Hill
Fountain Hills, AZ
"Your service has absolutely exceeded all of my expectations. With
your help, I've received requests for my screenplay from
no less than thirty agents and producers, some as far away
as London. I don't know how I ever could have gotten
to some of these individuals if I had to go about it on my
own. Thank you so much."
Steve Miller
Los Angeles, California
I received 6 or 7 positive reactions so far and a few that
asked me to send other pitches. So I feel this has
definitely been worth while and would like to try another
query for another script in the near future. I appreciate
your efforts and see that there are a lot of companies that
are new to me."
Gwendolyn Hulet
Minneapolis, Minnesota"
Thanks so much and thanks for all your follow-ups for my
horror/thriller
Alabaster,
which was sent to both producers and agents and to
the e-mails only list. Overall, I've gotten some pretty good
buzz on the script. Overall, probably about 25 requests
to see the script, with another 15 pending review of the
synopsis. Not bad."
Derek Hill
Pleasanton, California"
I am impressed by your service for my
Y-Chromosome
script. I had expected that your organization
merely would distribute all incoming ideas to potential buyers,
but you genuinely do give advice, and I have taken your advice
to heart...I received a lot of positive response, and about
9 persons want to receive the script."
Jacob Heilijgers
Jakarta, Indonesia
"I'm pleased with the results. Some of the companies
I got from your efforts look like a great match for my screenplay,
and I never would have found them on my own. Thanks
for all your help."
Jan Graham
Oakland, California
"Thanks a lot for polishing up my query letter. All
of your changes look perfect and the subject line you suggested
reads well...I have received a lot of response...and I got
a few interesting proposals. Thank you for your
help, Gini...Thanks a million."
Ivan Efremov
Moscow, Russia
"I got a great response for both my screenplay about
a revenge-seeking cop
Road to Redemption
and my suspense novel
Perfect Partners.
I got dozens of responses from film industry pros, agents,
and editors seeking to see my material, and my projects are
now under consideration by about a dozen producers and production
companies and a dozen book editors and agents As a
Canadian writer, these e-mail queries have really helped
me connect with film professionals and major publishers and
agents. Thanks again."
Dale Mayer
Author of
Perfect Partners
and
Road to Redemption
Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
"In just a few days, I got interest from a half-dozen
producers and production companies in my first script,
3rd
, a psychological drama about a young archaeologist. It's
based on discovering that feelings of deja vu or a past life
are actually passed on from one’s ancestors because
of a “memory gene” that encodes past memories
of an ancestor. One L.A. producer was especially excited,
since she had often thought about this kind of theory, especially
since no film has yet come out on the topic."
Capt. John Wiebe
Kansas City Area, Kansas
From TV Show Developers
Thanks for sending everything out. The replies have already starting
coming in for my idea for a new TV game show...I have had two producers and
one agent who have requested them so far. One of those producers says
she is seriously considering developing a couple of them...And now about three
more producers sent me release forms and yet another agent wants me to call
or email him in the middle of July.
Terry Mitchell
Hopewell, Virginia
"I've already had one phone call and 3 follow-up e-mails
asking for more information for my reality TV show proposal
-- in the first hour! I'm looking forward to getting
this project done, and can't thank you enough for the jump
start."
Michael A. Kelly
President, Card Promotions
www.uspokerseries.com
"This is definitely a GREAT SUCCESS story not only
for me but also for the Victims...You have an amazing service
and if you ever need a spokesperson then be sure to keep
me in mind....I wanted to thank you for the services you
provided in your submission service. I was amazed at
the responses that I received for my TV reality show and
how quick they started after I received confirmation that
the submissions had taken placed. I have signed an
agreement with a production company in Burbank, California
and we are scheduled to start the production of a pilot show
in February 2007. I would encourage anyone that has
a story and believes in everything they wrote to get it submitted
by this service. It was obvious that you have a passion
to help others and I say this with a lot of confidence and
credit this from my personal experience with you and the
time you took to personally respond to my questions. I
am excited about my show and it will certainly be one of
the most positive shows on TV with a defined purpose. I
know that in the very near future this show will be the leading
tool to bring changes by creating public awareness in our
communities. Thanks again."
Greg Dillon
Creator of
THE OFFENDERS
Soddy Daisy, Tennessee
www.theoffenders.org
"I think the initial responses are encouraging for
my proposed TV game show, including responses from some major
film companies and studios...Thanks for everything."
Ken Beckrich
Elbert, Colorado
"Just wanted to give you a quick update...We got a
lot of good feedback and, so far, four agencies have requested
to see more of our work. Obviously, we're very excited
and wanted to thank you with all your help through the process...Thanks
again."
Ken Nadzak
Creator of
Meet the Martins,
TV Series
Orlando, Florida
"I used your blast for a TV pilot script, and got a
couple of phone calls and around 15 positive responses from
the query. Thank you. The overall results are
actually a little better than I expected."
William Tree
Author of
Hotel Vertigo
, a gangster drama series
Los Angeles, California
"Thanks, Gini. Am overwhelmed with the response
for my TV comedy series."
Elizabeth Fein
Author of
77 Halsey Street
Brooklyn, New York
"I've had some amazing feedback and a heap of
interest in my inspirational TV show, which is awesome...I've
had responses from someone wanting to present it to Warner
Brothers and CBS. Thanks for everything so far."
Lisa Reid
Queensland, Australia
"I have received over 150 responses to my e-query to
film producers and agents about developing a film from a
book for which I own the film rights
:
SHOVELING SMOKE
,
and 15 have requested treatments and copies of the
book. Thank you for all your good help."
Morris Dolmatch
Saratoga, California
"I approached Gini with a concept I had for a new reality
based show. In a short time, Gini helped me put together
a marketing letter that resulted in a wonderful response. Now
I have a host of agents and production companies looking
to see more, including PBS. Thanks again, Gini."
Larry LaRochelle
Dracut, Massachusetts
From Writers Selling Film Rights to Books
"I have used the service four times now, and each time
have been stunned by the wonderful results. I have
referred this service to hundreds of friends and fellow professionals
and all have rave reviews. Recently I used Gini's SCREENWRITERS
SERVICE to announce the availability of film rights to my
newest book FLYING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS: FLIGHT ATTENDANT
ADVENTURES ON A WING AND A PRAYER. (WaterBrook Press,
Random House - May 2005) As usual, this service delivered
more than it promised. I was stunned by the number
of producers and feature film companies asking for the treatment
and showing interest in the acquisition of rights to the
book. Thank you Gini, for providing a much needed service
that takes the sting out of rejection. With your
service, only those interested reply. And there is
no face to face "go take a hike" or "wasted
time". I love this!"
Marsha Marks
Author of IF I IGNORE IT,
IT WILL GO AWAY: AND OTHER LIES I THOUGHT
WERE TRUE, (May
2004) and FLYING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS:
FLIGHT ATTENDANT
ADVENTURES ON A WING AND A PRAYER
(May 2005)
www.marshamarks.com
"Our literary agency had a number of novels we wanted
to adapt for TV or film. Through this service, within
a day we received two dozen responses from interested producers. This
method reached the right Hollywood people in a cost effective
and efficient manner. We plan on using it again."
Mike Valentino, AAR Member
Cambridge Literary
Newburyport, Massachusetts
"Wow, it is truly amazing how fast people request. In two days alone,
four requests came in for a copy of the book for which we are selling film
rights for a political/medical thriller. Even those not interested responded
quickly and were very nice."
Judy and Gil Snider
Authors of
Brain Warp
Virginia Beach, Virginia
"I just wanted you to know that I ended up signing
a six month agreement to represent the film rights for my
historical novel
Copper Star
."
Suzanne Woods Fisher
Alamo, California
www.suzannewoodsfisher.com
"I had great responses for my equery to film producers,
prodcos, and agents.. I ended up sending out my graphic
novel to about 12 places."
Kathy Gold
Mission Hills, California
www.centaurgirl.com
"We have been getting tons of contacts from our equery
to producers and agents for the film rights to the screenplay
by Renee Michelle Moore based on my published book
Loving Joe Gallucci.
Thanks."
Kate Genovese
Woburn, Massachusetts
www.kategenovese.com
"Dear Gini: first of all WOW! THANKS SO MUCH. It's
already getting results...I am thrilled. And here's
a quote you can use: 'Writer's write, Gini PROMOTES. Let
her help you and
keep your feet on the ground
because
if you have an unique idea,
Gini is THE WAY to
get you noticed above the fray:
I will use her for all of my projects!'"
Barbara Bitela
Author of
Full Moon Morning: A Shanghai Survivor Story
Roseville, California
www.full-moon-morning.com
"Gini, I've had about 10 people ask for a copy of my
book
to consider for film rights...and I'm a bit overwhelmed by
the positive response so far -- I asked that it would be
a while before anyone even responded...Thanks for all your
help...BTW, my husband works in advertising -- he says I've
gotten a better response rate than most direct mail pieces!
:)
Tisha Green
Author of
The Christmas Socks,
a Christmas tale for children
Jackson, Mississippi
From Film Industry Professionals
"Gini provides an invaluable link for writers to the
difficult corporate worlds of publishing and movie production.
Editors, agents, and movie producers take her communications
seriously, and respond lightning-fast. Whether a first-time
novelist, an aspiring screenwriter or a seasoned journalist,
biographer, or fiction warhorse, everyone receives immediate
entry to and response from the publishing and production
jungle. I highly recommend her service."
Barry Willis
New York, New York
“This is an effective conduit for writers to locate producers,
production companies, managers, agents and consultants. In
fact, through our Literary Service, Gini Graham Scott
discovered our production
company to package her film. As her producer, we now have
investor interest
to finance her screenplay "BRAIN SWAP."
Stephan Gray
Gray Fox Films,LLC
Beverly Hills, California
www.beverlyhillslit.com
From Musicians and Songwriters
"Thanks a lot of for the 'hit' which came from your
first mailshot. The U.S. movie I did the score for,
The List
, is now almost ready to be sold and is looking good. It's
a full-length romantic comedy by Marcus Folmar, directed
by Brandon Sonnier and starring Wayne Brady, Brad Dourif,
Syndney Tamiia Poitier, Flex Alexander, Illeana Douglas and
Matthew Glave. It's about an ad executive who gets
jilted when he proposes to his girlfriend on a live TV show. So
he makes a list of all the things that make up his perfect
woman."
Adrian Williams
England
http://www.adrianwilliamsmusic.com
"Many thanks to you...As a result of my query to producers about using
my music in their films, I got several excellent contacts, and as we speak,
I am about to begin a film score for a romantic comedy with big stars for a
company who needed a composer VERY FAST. So I'm delighted, with many
thanks."
Julian Anderson
New York, New York
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