Query Letters, Loglines & Synopsis

Query letters are short sales pitches for your script and contain the following details:

Logline: A catchy 25-30 word (200 character max) glimpse of the entire movie.

Genre: The category for your film such as Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi, etc...

Synopsis: 1 or 2 paragraphs (1000 character max) revealing more about the plot and main characters. The shorter your synopsis is, the better and the more likely that it will be read. The goal of your synopsis is two-fold: 1) Create a reason why the story needs to be told and 2) Leave the reader wanting more.


Here are a few basic Query Letter Do's and Don'ts:

Do: Introduce the lead character
Don't: State names of actors and actresses that would play the role well
Do: Be creative and original and pique the reader's interest
Don't: Tell the reader where, when, or how to produce the film
Do: State awards and competitions that you have won or placed in
Don't: List pending or future competitions that you submitting to
Do: Provide your WGA Registration # if available
Don't: Threaten to prosecute the reader if your material is stolen
Do: List your current contact information
Don't: Use a goofy catch phrase or slogan with your signature