NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Jack Vecchio: New York is still the mega-center of theater and the greatest backdrop of so many iconic films. While L.A. does a great job of manufacturing a fabrication of Chicago, NY, S.F., Texas etc; New York should always … Continue reading An Interview with the multi-talented Jack Vecchio, Actor, Screenwriter, Author, Director, and Producer

Persephone Vandegrift is a multi-award-winning screenwriter, filmmaker, playwright, and author from Central Oregon. Inspired by the human condition, she finds herself drawn to write stories showcasing journeys of self-discovery, love, overcoming adversity, and believes it is vital to have these stories reflected back to us on screen, in books, and on the stage. In 2009, Persephone officially launched her writing career with her first full-length … Continue reading Screenwriter Persephone Vandegrift on “The Bridge”

Renata Lučić is a Croatian film director and screenwriter. She graduated Film and TV directing at the Academy of Dramatic Arts, Zagreb. She directed several short films (Fifth Floor on the left) , documentary films (Particle 81/5; As far as our feet take us) and music videos. She is part of a production duo More-Magnets. NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does … Continue reading Film Director and Screenwriter Renata Lučić on the drama “2000”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Diana Chemeris: It means that I did a great job. The selection is a sign that I have high chances to write a great script and see it getting alive on the big screen one day and influence a … Continue reading Screenwriter, Director, Actress Diana Chemeris on “D-Emotion”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Anelisa Nzungu: It means a lot to me. I’m really excited and proud of myself . The ISC has been running for 7 years which means they’ve been dealing with talented and experienced writers for a long time. The … Continue reading Actress, Writer, Film Director Anelisa Nzungu on “Can you see the Rainbow”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Montgomery Burt: I was quite pleased to hear my script made the Top 12 from an initial 1840 entries. Wow—that’s steep competition! When I sit down to write a story I always hope it will stand out from the … Continue reading Screenwriter and Producer Montgomery Burt on “April and Mr. Stockman”

Milo Elena Gorgevska is a filmmaker whose debut short film “SHARDS” placed in 8 festivals worldwide and was awarded Best Cinematography. They have written and directed 3 other, smaller short films, which also saw festival placement. Before that, they were an actor for 8 years, featured in a principal role in short films, as well as a CBCKids show. A graduate of Ryerson University, they have … Continue reading Writer and Director Milo Elena Gorgevska on “Girl, Assigned”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Doug Williams: A lot. This is the kind of recognition that is essential to getting noticed for projects that might otherwise be under the radar or simply overlooked. It’s a great competition, with a meaningful impact, and can be … Continue reading Visionary Writer Doug Williams on “Black Star Rising”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York?  Alexis Karl: It is so exciting to have The Apartment chosen as a finalist for this marvelous competition, which has applicants in the thousands! From what I understand, the ISC chooses amidst a very high caliber of scripts, so … Continue reading Filmmaker, Writer and Composer Alexis Karl on “The Apartment”

NY Elite: Congratulations on being an ISC finalist. What does it mean for your work to be selected at the International Screenwriting Competition in New York? Jaik Andino: Elated. Skited. (scared + excited) Perhaps a sprinkle of relief. I started writing this film 7 years ago after 3 nightmares. The 3rd one I found myself in my bathroom on the floor and didn’t know how … Continue reading An Interview with the talented Jaik Andino, Producer, Writer, Actor