Dreams on Spec (2007)
A documentary about screenwriters for dreamers everywhere.
"Dreams on Spec" takes an intimate look at how far people will go - and how much they will sacrifice - for the chance to pursue their dreams. This feature-length documentary delves into the lives of three aspiring Hollywood screenwriters as they pour their hearts into their spec scripts, pitch their ideas to anyone who will listen, go to meetings, hold table reads, and work at low-level day-jobs - all in the hopes of one day seeing one of their beloved creations made into a movie. These poignant portraits are intercut with wisdom from a "Greek Chorus" of superstar Hollywood creative-types like James L. Brooks, Nora Ephron, Gary Ross, and Carrie Fisher to forge a funny and compelling look at inspiration, creativity, and solitude in the movie industry.
Cast
- Joe Aaron - Self
- Deborah Goodwin - Self
- David J. Stieve - Self
- Carrie Fisher - Self
- Scott Alexander - Self
- James L. Brooks - Self
- Steven E. de Souza - Self
- Nora Ephron - Self
- Scott Glosserman - Self
- Paul Guay - Self
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dreams on Spec about?
- "Dreams on Spec" takes an intimate look at how far people will go - and how much they will sacrifice - for the chance to pursue their dreams. This feature-length documentary delves into the lives of three aspiring Hollywood screenwriters as they pour their hearts into their spec scripts, pitch their ideas to anyone who will listen, go to meetings, hold table reads, and work at low-level day-jobs - all in the hopes of one day seeing one of their beloved creations made into a movie. These poignant portraits are intercut with wisdom from a "Greek Chorus" of superstar Hollywood creative-types like James L. Brooks, Nora Ephron, Gary Ross, and Carrie Fisher to forge a funny and compelling look at inspiration, creativity, and solitude in the movie industry.
- Who directed Dreams on Spec?
- Dreams on Spec was directed by Daniel Snyder.
- Who stars in Dreams on Spec?
- Dreams on Spec stars Joe Aaron, Deborah Goodwin, David J. Stieve, Carrie Fisher, Scott Alexander, James L. Brooks.
- How long is Dreams on Spec?
- Dreams on Spec has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Dreams on Spec?
- Dreams on Spec is a Documentary film.
- Where was Dreams on Spec produced?
- Dreams on Spec was produced in United States of America.