“Similar events promise access, but you actually deliver. We have a shopping agreement, as well as another production company coming on board a project in development. We received reps too – we love Zero Gravity! Most folks who have reps think it’s weird to go …

“I pitched my script to Trancas Films (Halloween) even though they were only looking for horror. I got a call in December, about a year and a half after submitting it to them, asking for an option. I had interest from a network a day …

“Thanks to the Hollywood Pitch Fest, I honed my skills and ultimately found success making documentary films, two of which were just sold and will be released in April. Two more docs are currently in pre-production and production respectively.” 

“I just wanted to thank you for the stellar event. Screenwriters are notoriously needy, but you were gracious and totally professional. We can all take our cues from you if we’re really going to make it as filmmakers.”

“I had eight companies either ask for my scripts or give me their info to e-mail/call/follow-up, and about 15 others took my business card and jotted down notes.”

“I’ve just optioned my first screenplay, ‘Minute Man!’ I even got an agent as a result of my meetings! Thank you so much for providing the vehicle that has launched my writing career!”

“I wanted to thank you for the great job that you all did. It was a great experience, and truly worth it. Thanks for all your hard work.”

“Congratulations and thank you! You ran a smooth and superb pitch festival. It was professional and productive. Everyone did a great job. I will recommend your events to all my writer friends.”

“Thank you for your great work in putting on this event. Having done the query letter dance, I really appreciated being able to sit down and pitch face-to-face with big-time agencies, production companies and studios. I will continue to look to Fade In for materials …

“As soon as I saw the ad, I knew I had to be there – a weekend marathon pitching to agents, managers and production companies. I met with 21 companies. Tons of query letters can’t compare to the number of scripts requested. Hats off to …

“What a positive experience. I made good contacts, new friends and received a big boost to my confidence based on the reactions of the reps, especially Dreamworks, who really loved my script. Thank you for making sure I had a pitch with [them].”

“The Hollywood Pitch Festival is the best in the entertainment industry and this is evidenced by the disbanding of the other pitchfests over the years. No pitchfest can compete. You always have the top producers in the business. Your pitchfest is a great place to …

“Very impressive conference.”

“Good job! Given what needed pulling together, you were wonderful. I was impressed with the caliber and the variety of industry professionals you managed to convene. A class act! Pat yourselves on the back, OK?”

“Thank you for a wonderful weekend. You kept everything moving in a way that I felt guided rather than herded. You also dealt with nervous writers gracefully and graciously. As a neophyte, I was apprehensive about this whole process. I’ll see you at the next …

“What an experience! A good chunk of the industry made for a sense of community I never thought I’d see in one place at one time. My partner and I had over 25 meetings, pitching 4 scripts. But the real success was actually doing the …

“Fade In is currently the best run event, offering the most value for the cost, of all events of this type being offered. The facilitators of the event were exceptional people doing an exceptional job. They were always available to answer questions, did not talk down …

“I wanted to thank you for another great pitch event. You hold the crown for running the very best events. I had an excellent time and five direct requests for scripts… My best to you all.”

“Thank you for hosting such an awesome event. I learned, I pitched, and I enjoyed! As if that wasn’t enough, the six major agency spec submissions you set up was worth the admission fee alone! Double kudos!”

“HPF is the best opportunity you’ll have to pitch someone in Hollywood who’s actually looking for material. Plus, the people at HPF are supportive and patient. It’s a great investment in yourself.”

“Fade In’s pitchfest is the only one I have attended. Why go anywhere else? I would recommend Fade In events to any writer looking to break in to the industry. The access you guys get us is magnificent and your staff is the best!”

“I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND to anyone starting off to take full advantage of all events and services that Fade In offers.”

“Having worked in the business, I was reluctant to take part. Afraid the level of contacts wouldn’t be there but I was very pleasantly surprised. Will definitely recommend your event to other writers who are on the cusp or need something to revive their careers …

“Yours was the third such event I’ve been to, and it was superior, BY FAR! The very best thing was that, because it was so well organized. I didn’t get overwhelmed by the event itself, which made a huge difference in my pitches. Your event …

“I hope to be able to go next year. I had a great time at this past festival. You guys are awesome.”