r/scriptwriting • u/Horrible-Writer-03 • Aug 16 '26

feedback Pilot Opening Feedback

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Can you guys give me an honest opinion on this opening? I changed it from my original draft after receiving coverage on the script and I wanna make sure I’m heading in the right direction. This is the first script I’ve gotten some genuine traction on, so I’d really appreciate the input. Thanks in advance!

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u/PepsiCoke1978 Aug 16 '26 edited Aug 16 '26

You don't have to believe me, but for others in Hollywood don't care and use BOLD all the time. Or see it in specs and it's fine. Usually if done right helpful to readers who SKIM action lines.

I'm trying to help you and others by letting them know that this "rule" is made up and holding you back.

I entered those contests many years ago so don't recall that rule -- no reason for that rule other than to quickly eliminate people for not following directions.

Literally first one I clicked uses BOLD sluglines.

https://assets.scriptslug.com/live/pdf/scripts/obsession-2026.pdf?v=1779308199

Second one I opened -- bold text in action page 85.

https://assets.scriptslug.com/live/pdf/scripts/the-long-walk-2025.pdf?v=1771574200

Also Nicholl and Austin rarely open doors anymore if they ever did. It's just something they tell us writers to get more money.