Screenplay Analysis

Call me any time to discuss your screenplay 714 483 7667


If you are preparing your script for production or perhaps you're an actor trying to choose between screenplays, I can help.

When it comes to a properly written screenplay, there is no other form of writing that requires "near perfection" in regards to structure, storyline, and character development. Slight irregularities and story imperfections can destroy a scripts chance of ever getting produced.

It is estimated over 200,000 screenplays are written every year. Only three or four hundred of those become feature length films that are produced and printed for theatrical distribution. Even if your script is flawless, the chances of it getting produced are slim to none. That's reality.

If you are going to pitch your script to producers, then you should take the time to make it perfect before any studio executive or "script reader" gets his or her hands on it. Or, if you are going to invest the time and money into producing your own screenplay, you definitely need at least a few outside opinions on your script otherwise you are guaranteed to waste time and money.

For those that are interested in taking their script to the next level, I provide in-depth, screenplay analysis based upon my book.

Please understand that I do not provide cover. You can buy cover from hundreds of different online sources. The analysis I provide can only be performed by me or by someone who has thoroughly studied my method of analysis.

I will do the following for your screenplay:

  • Provide a numerical analysis of the seven moments throughout your script
  • Find the three weakest scenes (and I'll explain why)
  • Find the three strongest scenes
  • Expose weak dialogue
  • Expose irrelevant information or unnecessary character details
  • Expose storyline inconsistencies
In addtion to the above items, I will also:
  • Recommend scenes that should be eliminated altogether
  • Provide suggestions on how you can strengthen your best scenes

I charge US $650 for screenplays up to 100 pages. For each additional page, please add $5.

Before you hire me to analyze your screenplay, I recommend you purchase my book for $17 and get a feel for my method of screenplay analysis. If you don't agree with my opinions, then you can simply return the book and we don't have to do business together. But I believe once you read my book, you will view screenplay structure in a whole new light.

Here are the things I will need from you in order to begin:

  1. A digital file of the script in Word format (preferred), on CD-ROM. -OR- Seven hard copies of the script (8.5"x11", Courier, 12 point, 1.5" LeftMargin/ .5" RightMargin, 1/2" Top/Bottom, single-sided, 2 or 3 hole punched with brass brads).
  2. Print and sign this Submission Release Form. Your script must be registered with WGA.
  3. A check payable to Christopher Ortiz for $650. If your script exceeds 100 pages, add $5 per each additional page.
  4. Mail all of the above to the address I provide.

Prior to sending the above materials, please contact me at (714) 483 7667.

Or you can email me at contact @ sevenmoments.net