The Screenplay Mechanic (EvilRbt)

[EvilRbt]

When I'm not the Mechanic or EvilRbt, my name is Andrew Hilton. I worked in development at Paramount from 1997-2000. During this time, I fell into screenwriting and segued to reading full-time for a handful of production companies so I could stick with it. I read primarily for New Regency Productions for over a decade before they were forced to use Fox union readers. Over the years, I've read for companies and producers at every single studio, but in this economy those same entities are cutting costs by using assistants and interns. Sad but true. Consequently, I read exclusively for private clients these days.

Some writers insist that a reader must be produced to be legit, so here are my writing credentials thus far: I'm in the Writers Guild of Canada (WGC) and my first produced project was a Lifetime movie called FATAL TRUST. In development, I have a WWII horror picture entitled THE LOST PATROL with Legendary Pictures producing and Stephen Norrington (BLADE) directing. I also have an action movie, BULLET RUN, setup with Voltage Pictures (THE HURT LOCKER) producing and Rob Cohen directing.

Recently, I've focused on producing. I'm Co-Producer on BRAKE, an indie action-thriller starring Stephen Dorff and Tom Berenger. Next winter, I'll be producing another thriller, COLD. Then producing a biopic of Ed Kretz Summer 2012.

Until my first theatrical movie actually hits the screen, I intend to keep reading and writing coverage. I truly enjoy helping writers and the reaction to my work from Done Deal members has been incredibly rewarding. My rates are very reasonable and I work very hard. So if you're looking for basic coverage or detailed feedback on your next screenplay, please keep me in mind.

For more information, rates, etc. please visit my website:
www.screenplaymechanic.com

And become a "Fan" of the Mechanic on Facebook: The Screenplay Mechanic Facebook Page

Or you can send questions to screenplaymechanic@gmail.com

Happy Writing!

~ Andrew

[Centurio]

Just wanted to throw in my two cents to anyone thinking about sending a script to EvilRbt. I sent him one of mine about thirty days ago and felt absolutely horrible when he sent back the results. Horrible because I felt like I had completely ripped him off. Sixty bucks! The price of a dinner out in the Bay area? He's worth a lot more than that.

The work was way above the call of duty. He saw things I hadn't picked up on in seven rewrites. He was insightful, professional, and made himself available for further follow-up.

I will never consider a script done till I have received his feedback. He's that good. I just sent him another script a few hours ago.

[beejay]

I know Jeff Lowell used Andrew, with good results. On the opposite end of the spectrum, as someone writing my first comedy script, I had a really good experience, too.

I had a partial script -- and he was able to identify the problems, offer solutions, and he didn't tip-toe. His style was professional and to the point.

definitely a RECOMMEND

[YakMan]

Hello out there in DDP land. Yeah, my first post. I’m here as well to add my RECOMMEND to Andrew in the strongest light possible. Who’m I? Certainly no pro. But I did work in the industry, from typing up director’s draft changes to proof reading Michael Eisner’s Deal Memo. Nope, not saying that to toot my own horn. I’m sayin’ it as examples of the perspective I bring to Andrew’s coverage. During my time at Touchstone, I had an “in” to read unvarnished Studio Coverage. Boy kids, you wanna see the bar you need to hurdle? Read the real deal sometime when a studio reader wuz havin’ a bad day and disemboweled your genius. I sure wish I had an A.H. around when I was pitchin’ stuff to help me tune things up or Page One clean it!

Andrew’s coverage is “straight forward.” No coddling of the writer, no useless generic slop, no personal bias. His notes simply give one the means to correct structure, dialogue and character per the Coverage Sheet check-offs that are the gateway to getting to the higher-ups. He also gives a nice market perspective as it relates to your stuffs, that I have not seen in other reader’s work.

Again, I cannot RECOMMEND him highly enough. And I say that, having been “taken to the woodshed” by the man himself. In the end, his notes will improve your writing. And like the man says, he is here to realize your success.

[Richmond Weems]

I think EvilRbt's sample coverage 2 on his website is definitive proof that he may know what he's talking about. And I'm being serious about that. Honesty go a long way in my book.

[winter dreams]

Evil: just curious, how long have you been doing coverage for Scriptshark?

[Rantanplan]

I'll throw in my 2 cents by saying: there have already been three films called ASH WEDNESDAY, including a recent one by/with Ed Burns... I would recommend a title change.

Now: carry on, carry on.

[EvilRbt]

Originally Posted by Rantanplan

I'll throw in my 2 cents by saying: there have already been three films called ASH WEDNESDAY, including a recent one by/with Ed Burns... I would recommend a title change.

Now: carry on, carry on.

I know. That's a working title the director came up with. It will change.

[EvilRbt]

Originally Posted by winter dreams

Evil: just curious, how long have you been doing coverage for Scriptshark?

About 2 years now.

If anyone has any other questions, post away or feel free to email me directly at hiltonmail@yahoo.com

[EvilRbt]

Originally Posted by haroldhecuba

I think EvilRbt's sample coverage 2 on his website is definitive proof that he may know what he's talking about. And I'm being serious about that. Honesty go a long way in my book.

Those samples were randomly chosen from my archives by my friend who built the website. Not necessarily my best work but you get the general idea.