Do You Make Movies?

Understanding What We Actually Do

You've written a brilliant novel and you're dreaming of seeing it on the big screen. The question "can you turn my book into a movie?" lands in our inbox several times a week, and whilst we absolutely understand the excitement behind it, we want to be completely clear about what we actually do.

We don't make movies. We don't produce television shows. What we do is help authors with the first step in that process - we turn books into screenplays that you can then use to pitch your story to the people who actually do make films.

What Exactly Do We Do?

Our expertise lies in screenplay adaptation. When you work with us, we take your novel and transform it into a professional screenplay format that meets industry standards. Think of us as translators - we translate your prose into the visual language that directors, producers, and agents understand.

Here's what that process involves:

Converting narrative descriptions into visual scenes
Transforming internal monologue into dialogue and action
Restructuring your story to fit screenplay pacing
Formatting everything according to industry standards
Creating a polished script ready for professional submission

The end result is a screenplay document that represents your story in the format that film industry professionals expect to receive.

Film production requires an entirely different skill set and, more importantly, significant financial resources.

Making even a low-budget independent film typically costs hundreds of thousands of pounds. A studio production can run into millions. That's before you consider the complex web of contracts, insurance, distribution deals, and industry relationships required to get a film made and seen.

Production companies exist specifically for this purpose. They have the funding, equipment, crew contacts, and distribution networks that make filmmaking possible. Our role is to prepare your story so it's ready when you approach these professionals.

Do We Provide Industry Contacts?

Another frequent question concerns our industry connections. The short answer is that we don't hand out contact lists to clients.

This approach makes sense for everyone involved. Industry professionals - producers, agents, directors - receive hundreds of unsolicited submissions weekly. Many have stopped accepting them entirely because the volume became unmanageable.

The contacts we've built over years are valuable precisely because they're not shared indiscriminately. When we do make introductions, it's because we've worked closely with a client, genuinely believe their project has strong commercial potential, and can vouch for the quality of the screenplay because, well, we produced it.

Building Your Own Industry Network

That doesn't mean you're on your own if you choose the DIY route. There are legitimate ways to build industry connections:

Attend film festivals and networking events
Join professional screenwriting organisations
Participate in reputable screenplay competitions
Research production companies that make films similar to yours
Consider working with a literary agent who handles screenplays

These approaches take time and effort, but they're how genuine relationships develop.

What Happens After You Have a Screenplay?

Once you've got a professional screenplay, several paths open up. You might submit to screenplay competitions, which can provide valuable feedback and industry exposure. Winners often receive meetings with producers and agents.

You could research production companies that have made films similar to yours. Most have submission guidelines on their websites. Following these guidelines precisely shows you understand professional protocols.

Some authors choose to work with entertainment lawyers or agents who specialise in screenplay representation. They understand the industry's business side and can handle negotiations if your script generates interest.

Managing Expectations Realistically

The film industry is notoriously competitive. Thousands of screenplays circulate for every film that gets made. Success often depends on timing, market conditions, and factors beyond anyone's control.

But that doesn't mean your story lacks potential. Many successful films started as novels by unknown authors. The key is presenting your story professionally and persistently pursuing opportunities.

Are You Ready for Professional Screenplay Adaptation?

If you're serious about exploring film adaptation for your novel, screenplay development is the logical first step. It's an investment in your story's future potential, not a guarantee of immediate success.

The authors who benefit most from our services understand this distinction. They're not looking for shortcuts or magic introductions. They want professional-quality screenplays that represent their stories effectively in the film industry's preferred format.

They also understand that screenplay adaptation is a collaboration. Your story provides the foundation, but successful adaptation often requires adjustments for visual storytelling. Character development that works in prose might need restructuring for screen. Plot pacing that suits readers might require modification for viewers.

Taking the Next Step

If you're genuinely interested in professional screenplay adaptation - not movie production, but quality scriptwriting that prepares your story for industry submission - we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss your project.

We work with authors who understand what we do and why it matters. Your novel deserves professional treatment if you're serious about film adaptation. A well-crafted screenplay won't guarantee success, but it will ensure your story gets the professional presentation it deserves.

Ready to explore how your novel might work as a screenplay? We'd be happy to discuss your specific project and explain how the adaptation process works.