The Writer's
Conference
Austin Film
Festival 2002: October 10-17, 2002
"You
can literally hobnob with the writers. It's a unique, sort
of egalitarian atmosphere." - Polly Platt (Broadcast News,
Bottle Rocket)
As the
first event of its kind to focus on the writer, the Austin
Film Festival's Heart of Film Screenwriters Conference provides
unique access to the most tremendous talents in the industry.
Emerging writers who attend the conference discover a wealth
of opportunities to mingle with their idols and peers while
networking with the many producers, development executives
and agents who attend annually. Nowhere are great screenwriters
more celebrated or sought after. Each October the Festival
recognizes the writer's contribution to the film and television
industries through its panel discussions and film screenings,
all geared toward championing the craft of narrative expression
in motion pictures.
"For
aspiring scribes, the Conference is the place to learn about
the craft firsthand from those who've been successful" -
Daily Variety
The
2002 Conference, October 10-17, will showcase more than
seventy-five writers, directors, producers, actors and studio
executives, who will share their experience and expertise
in over seventy panels, craft sessions, roundtables and
other special events. The Conference is a rewarding, encouraging
and fun experience for beginners and professionals alike.
Its rich atmosphere provides an excellent setting for business
and pleasure. Its scope and diversity ensure the discovery
of breakthrough talent, the birth of new careers, and the
growth of exciting contacts and friendships. For writers,
the climate of camaraderie and exchange created by the Conference
is both incredible and indispensable.
"What
it offers writers is an opportunity to interact with people
in the industry and get real one-on-one feedback." - Christopher
McQuarrie (The Usual Suspects, The Way of the Gun)
Don't
forget our Awards Luncheon, Saturday, October 12, 2002.
There will be great food, brief speeches and panelists galore. |
