Script to Screen – IFMCollab

A FILMMAKERS INCUBATOR

The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB guides filmmakers through a structured process to prepare them to effectively pitch their films to Wonderfilm Media, one of Hollywood’s premier studios.

Wonderfilm Media is an award winning (Emmy, Oscar and Peoples Choice) global media company with offices in Hollywood, New York City, Boston and London. Wonderfilm focuses on the finance, production and sales of high-quality feature films and episodic television that offer international appeal through the Company’s commitment to elevated storytelling. In the last ten years Wonderfilm has produced over 50 feature films and 400 hours of prime time television.

Storytelling is the foundation of filmmaking, and scriptwriting is the process that breathes life into those stories, transforming them into evocative, cinematic experiences. If your script is selected for The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB, we will provide comprehensive analysis and guidance on the essential elements of effective storytelling – including grammar, structure, format, and narrative techniques to captivate your audience – and help get your movie made.

STEP 01

The Script

Present your script to The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB.
If selected:
A) Coverage will be provided from experienced working writers and editors.
B) The coverage report will be analyzed with you one-on-one to create a strategy to address modifications (if any).
C) These steps are repeated until the Coverage Team signs off on Step 1.

STEP 02

The Pitch

The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB will work closely with you to create a compelling pitch deck for your film. This visual supplement to your script is where you'll convey your vision and make the case for why your film deserves to be made.
A) The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB will provide homework in the form of a study guid/template for you to follow which includes specifics like genre casting budget marketability etc.
B) Present your first draft for review.
C) Your draft will be reviewed with you one-on-one to address modifications (if any).
D) These steps are repeated until the Pitch Team signs off on Step 2.

STEP 03

Funding

The SCRIPT to SCREEN LAB will provide the recommended funding needed to attach A-list talent to your film based on the details in your pitch deck such as casting and budget.
A) Funds will be set aside to cast A-List attachments.
B) A pitch meeting will be scheduled with executives at Wonderfilm.
As an active participant in your project's development Wonderfilm may recommend revisiting certain steps of the incubator process. This will strengthen your script and help ensure your project is optimized for your film to be successfully sold and produced.

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