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I knew I
wanted to be a screenwriter.......
when I saw my
first science fiction film.
I know I've
succeeded.......
when the words fuel visions in my mind.
My inspiration
to write VOYEUR.......
emerged from
curiosity about the dark side of human nature.
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FilmMakers
Magazine:
What inspired you to write?
Diana Kemp-Jones: I started writing when I was seven and shocked my teachers with
the graphic nature of my horror stories. My muse is very vocal.
FilmMakers Magazine: How did you prepare yourself to
write your first script?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
I studied
scriptwriting guides. The stories already existed. I simply needed to
adapt them to screenplay format.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Is this your first script and how long did it take you to write
VOYEUR?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
No, I had already completed two scripts before Voyeur.
It took about two weeks to adapt Voyeur from an existing short story.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Do you have a set routine, place and time management for writing?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
Routine? Never heard of it. I write when the ideas
dive bomb. My laptop goes where I go and I have all the appropriate
software loaded so I can access as needed.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you believe screenplay contests
are important for aspiring screenwriters and why?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
Absolutely. It
provides an incentive for writers to actually finish a project and
more importantly, a medium by which unknown writers can gain vital
exposure.
FilmMakers Magazine: What influenced you to enter the
American Gem Short Script Competition?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
Reputation and acceptance of short screenplays.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
What script would you urge aspiring writers to read and why?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
The Usual
Suspects. Complex yet enthralling story.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Beside screenwriting what are you passionate about and why?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
Gardening, reading, animals, swimming, cooking, wine. All provide
means of relaxing the mind and spirit, vital fodder for creativity.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Who is your favorite Screenwriter and Why?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
George Lucas. I've been hooked on his stories since the days of THX
1138 and the original Star Wars.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Name the director you would love to work with and why?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
George Lucas. He catapults you from reality into adventure.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Name the actor you would love to work with and why?
Diana Kemp-Jones: George Clooney. Classy and committed actor and human being.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Any tips and things learned along the way to pass on to others?
Diana Kemp-Jones:
Be your own worst critic and your greatest fan. Never let anyone put
down your efforts. Creativity is a gift.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
What's next for you?
Diana Kemp-Jones: The next script ... and the next ...
FilmMakers Magazine: Where will you be five years from
now?
Diana Kemp-Jones: Writing scripts
full time. |
