Michael Maponga with Maponga Studios found the vertical micro-drama series Mirror on InkTip and purchased it from writer Simona Calo, and we are happy to announce that the series has been released on vertical streaming platform aTwist! Maponga Studios, which partnered with Kevin Hart's HartBeat Productions to produce Mirror, is dedicated to bringing bold, high-quality stories to life, with a vision to elevate diverse voices and create impactful, globally resonant content. Simona is a writer and director whose credits include the documentary film Connected: The New Post-Human Species and the docudrama Eyes Everywhere starring Christopher Lambert. Congratulations to everyone involved!

Richard Friedman with RSF Productions discovered Nathan Illsley on InkTip and hired him to write the script The Visitor. This is the fifth collaboration between Richard and Nathan, who have previously worked together on the InkTip-facilitated films Acts of Desperation, Thou Shalt Kill, and the upcoming film Serpent’s Den. This is Nathan’s tenth success through InkTip!

Howard Nash with Open Communications Inc. connected with Emilio Iasiello on InkTip and optioned his script Halfway There, and we are happy to announce that the project is now in post-production! Howard's credits include the Mickey Rourke boxing drama Tiger and American Wisper. Emilio is a produced playwright and published author whose screenwriting credits include his previous collaborations with Howard, The Legends of Nethiah with Robert Picardo (Star Trek: Voyager) and Chasing the Green with Ryan Hurst (The Odyssey). This is the fifth collaboration between Howard and Emilio! 

Brian Brough with Dynamite Filmz found the script Beloved on InkTip and licensed it for adaptation from InkTip writer Baerbel Morsch. Brian has credits that include Adored and the InkTip-facilited film Love Across Time. Baerbel is a bilingual German screenwriter who specializes in emotional suspense stories. This is Baerbel’s first success through InkTip! 

Jhalen Daniels with Genius Studios found the script Cold Caller on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Mike Colquhoun, and we are happy to announce that the film is in post-production! Genius Studios has credits that include The Audition and Family Affairs. Mike is a writer and director whose credits include the feature film Berlin Cake and the multi-award-winning short film Julia. This is Mike’s first success through InkTip!

Herb Linsey with LA Productions found the script Musical Chairs on InkTip and has entered into an agreement with InkTip writer Mark Tuit. Herb is a producer and director whose credits include The Red Tide Massacre and Lookin’ Up. Mark is an award-winning writer, producer, and director whose credits include Blood - A Butcher's Tale, Shelf Life and the upcoming InkTip-facilitated film The Quiet Cost. This is Mark's eighth success through InkTip!

Jeremy Winton and Kristi Kilday with Goldenrod Film and Television found the script Lacy’s Mom on InkTip and purchased it from InkTip writer Chad Reininger. Goldenrod has credits that include Bachelor Santa and Christmas North of Nashville. Chad Reininger is a motion graphics and VFX artist, screenwriter, and award-winning animation director whose credits include the InkTip-facilitated film Enchanting Christmas. This is Chad’s third success through InkTip!

Jonathan Zuck with DC Dogs connected with writer Joe Leone on InkTip and co-wrote the script Chum based on a story by Ryan R. Johnson, Dick Grunert, and James Kondelik, and we are happy to announce that the completed film has been released! The film, which was directed by Jonathan Zuck and stars Alice Eve and Eric Michael Cole, was released by IFC Films this summer. Jonathan and Joe previously worked together on the InkTip-facilitated film Meant to Be Broken. Congrats to everyone involved!

Producer Joe Lemmon with Black Diamond Films connected with writer Brando Benetton on InkTip and purchased his script The Girl in the River, and we are excited to announce that the completed film has been released! The film was directed by Brando Benetton, produced by Joe Lemmon and Andrew Stevens, and stars Maggie Grace, Devon Sawa, Ralph Macchio, and Tiffany Haddish. Joe's other credits include Vanquish and the InkTip-facilitated film The Ritual Killer. Brando's other credits include Nightfire. The Girl in the River received a limited theatrical release and is now available to rent or purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV. Congrats to everyone involved!

Producer Starr Andreeff with MJMG and screenwriter Kim Hornsby have secured a shopping agreement for the script Complex Killer with a major international production company. Complex Killer was co-written by InkTip writers Kim Hornsby and Clarence Williams IV based on a story by Starr and Kim and is currently being shopped to networks and streamers with hopes to film in 2026. Starr and Kim previously collaborated on the InkTip-facilitated BET+ film Christmas by Design. Kim’s other credits include Braving Rapids on Prime and Apple as well as Secret Life of My Other Wife on Lifetime. Clarence has won more than 75 screenwriting awards and has credits that include the horror film Stay Safe and BET+ films The Accused and Too Many Christmases.

Producers Justin Jones, Riley Weston, and Evans Butterworth with Thriller Films found the script Blurred Instinct on InkTip and purchased it from InkTip writer Joanna Evans, and we are happy to announce that the film, now titled The Caretaker Next Door, has been released on Lifetime Movie Network! Thriller Films’ credits include The Roku Channel Original series Cypher and multiple projects for TV outlets such as Lifetime, Hallmark, Ion, GAC, and UPtv. Along with screenwriting, Joanna is a practicing psychotherapist and the author of the thriller novel Sinai Unhinged. Congrats to everyone involved!

Michael Edwards and Josh Tessier with Whiskey Panda Studios found the script Future Tense on InkTip and purchased it from writer Steven Traviss Smith, and we are happy to announce that the project has completed principal photography and is now in post-production! Whiskey Panda Studios has credits that include The Sheriff and When We Get There. Steven is a published author and multi-optioned screenwriter who has experience working all over the globe. This is Steven’s second success through InkTip! 

Michael Maponga with Maponga Studios found the vertical micro-drama series Mirror on InkTip and purchased it from writer Simona Calo, and we are happy to announce that the project has completed principal photography and is now in post-production! Maponga Studios, which partnered with Kevin Hart's HartBeat Productions to produce Mirror, is dedicated to bringing bold, high-quality stories to life, with a vision to elevate diverse voices and create impactful, globally resonant content. Simona is a writer and director whose credits include the documentary film Connected: The New Post-Human Species and the docudrama Eyes Everywhere starring Christopher Lambert. Both films received international distribution and are available on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. This is Simona's first success through InkTip!

Richard J. Lee with 5ive By 5ive Studios found the script The Quiet Cost (formerly titled A Premature Burial) on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Mark Tuit, and we are happy to announce that the project has been filmed and is now in post-production! Richard is a director and producer whose other credits include The Death That Awaits starring Megan Lawless and Death to My Twenties, an upcoming comedy/mystery developed for the Disney Television Discovers Talent Showcase. Richard is currently in pre-production with his next feature, Everything I Didn't Say, slated to begin filming Spring 2027. Mark is an award-winning writer, producer, and director whose credits include Blood - A Butcher's Tale and Shelf Life. This is Mark's seventh success through InkTip!

Lisa Demaine with Filmagic Entertainment found the script Spontaneous Infidelity on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Tony Jerris. Lisa is a producer and director whose credits include The Rookie, Power Book IV: Force, and Chicago Fire among many others. Tony is a long-time InkTip member whose credits include the InkTip-facilitated films Yellow Bird and Christmas Romance at the Roanoke Ranch, and he is currently in pre-production with Yellow Bird Christmas. This is Tony’s twelfth success through InkTip!

Michael Maponga with Maponga Studios found the vertical micro-drama series Circle of Lies on InkTip and purchased it from writer Nicole Jones-Dion, and we are happy to announce that the project has completed principal photography and is now in post-production! Maponga Studios, which partnered with Kevin Hart's HartBeat Productions to produce Circle of Lies, is dedicated to bringing bold, high-quality stories to life, with a vision to elevate diverse voices and create impactful, globally resonant content. Nicole Jones-Dion has written five produced feature films, and she is currently a staff writer on the upcoming Fox series The Interrogator starring Stephen Fry and Jenna Elfman. This is Nicole's fifth success through InkTip!

Frank Caruso with Trillium Pictures found The Yellow Door on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Pony Wilson. Frank is a director and producer whose credits include Red Pine City and Risk Factor. Pony is a screenwriter who specializes in psychological horror, mystery thrillers, and elevated genre storytelling. This is Pony's first success through InkTip!

Screenwriter Kim Hornsby and producer Starr Andreeff with MJMG developed the Christmas rom-com Starry-Eyed Christmas and sold it to new indie company Head in the Stars Films. The project is currently in pre-production and is scheduled to begin filming in Washington state on Whidbey Island this July with Melanie Stone (Hallmark) set to star in the lead role. Hornsby will co-produce with Derek Johnson and Cathy Yonek of Head in the Stars Films. Kim and Starr first connected through InkTip, having previously collaborated on the InkTip-facilitated BET film Christmas by Design. 

Kermet Key with Frog Lab LLC found the script Final Gals on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Nathaniel Feeley. Kermet is a producer and director whose credits include Eat the Rich and He Knows. Nathaniel has previously been hired to write for Cartoon Network and currently works as an associate producer at Entertainment Tonight. This is Nathaniel’s first success through InkTip!

Producer and director Damon Jamal with In Yo FACE Filmworks found the script The President Must Die: Time Zero (originally titled Time Zero) on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writers Erin and Carlo Carere, and we are happy to announce that the completed film has recently premiered at The People’s Film Festival in Harlem, NYC! Damon Jamal won the festival award for Best Director and Elizabeth Rodriguez (Logan, Orange is the New Black) won the award for Best Actress. The film, which is currently seeking distribution, also stars Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight, Runaway Train). Damon’s other credits include Rolling and the InkTip-facilitated film Survival. Erin and Carlo are a husband and wife writing duo who have written many award-winning, optioned, and produced features, pilots, and shorts together. Congrats to everyone involved!

Producer Mike Green with Story Posse found the script Twisted Doll on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Tony Jerris. Mike is a producer and director whose credits include Outback (Lionsgate/Netflix) and the award-winning short film Mother. Tony is a long-time InkTip member whose credits include the InkTip-facilitated films Yellow Bird and Christmas Romance at the Roanoke Ranch. This is Tony’s eleventh success through InkTip!

Director and producer Sam Toor with Sam Toor Films and Emberlight Pictures found the script The Dog at Old Salem Road on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Dave Girgenti, and we are happy to announce that the project recently completed principal photography and has entered post-production! The Dog at Old Salem Road is being adapted for Hindi-speaking audiences, with plans for international festival submissions and multilingual releases following completion. Sam's recent credits include the film Town Glitch, which won 13 awards out of 16 submissions and recently premiered at the Crossing the Screen International Film Festival in Eastbourne, UK. Along with screenwriting, Dave is a CCO at an advertising agency and author of the children's book The Whole Farm Sneezed. Congrats to everyone involved!

Richard Friedman with RSF Productions discovered Nathan Illsley on InkTip and hired him to write the script Serpent’s Den, and we are excited to announce that the film has wrapped filming and is now in post-production! The film was directed by Richard and produced by Vince Lozano. Richard and Vince have previously worked with Nathan to produce the InkTip-facilitated films Acts of Desperation and Thou Shalt Kill. This is Nathan’s ninth success through InkTip!

Bruce Miles with 11 Mile Productions found the script Winter Bird on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Stephen Treacy. The project is set to go to camera later this year, and 11 Mile Productions is looking for co-producers to join the production. Bruce’s credits include The Spirit of Christmas Cheer and Finish the Song, and his upcoming credits include Golf Girl and Unbridled Courage. Stephen is a screenwriter, actor, and playwright who has won over 50+ screenwriting awards for Winter Bird. This is Stephen’s first success through InkTip!

Kristi Kilday and Jeremy Winton with Goldenrod Film & Television found the script A Holly Jolly Christmas (now titled Happy Holly Day) on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Sean Wathen, and we are happy to announce that the project was filmed in Kentucky and has entered post-production! Goldenrod has credits that include Bachelor Santa and Christmas North of Nashville. Sean is a long-time InkTip member with credits that include the InkTip-facilitated films Escape the Field and A Chrismystery, as well as Sony Pictures’ Sniper: The Last Stand and Sniper: No Nation. This is Sean’s twenty-fourth success through InkTip!

Garrett Nicholson with Yes Chef Pictures found the script The Bearing on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Christian Hearn. Garrett is a director and producer whose credits include Improbably Poppy and Weezer’s Voyage to the Blue Planet: The Concert Film. Christian is a produced and award-winning writer whose credits include The Kindred and Fractured, and he is also a Nicholl Fellowship Semifinalist who previously won the Grand Prize in InkTip’s Pitch to Page Contest. This is Christian’s fourth success through InkTip!

Sebastian Dove with Derelyct Films connected with writer Vincent DeVito through InkTip and hired him to write the horror script Log 15, and we are happy to announce that the completed film is making rounds at film festivals! It is expected to air on streaming platforms later this year. Sebastian’s credits include Death Web and Ghost Webcam. Vincent is a best-selling author whose writing credits include Where the Crane Lands. This is Vincent’s second success through InkTip!

David Jaure with 3:13 Films found the script Lake of the Brokenhearted on InkTip and has optioned it from InkTip writer Shane O'Connor, and we are happy to announce that the project has just wrapped principal photography! David is a producer and director whose credits include 3:13 Three Thirteen and With These Fists. Shane has worked as a writer and in story development for a variety of live action and animation projects. This is Shane’s third success through InkTip!

David Bellino with Left of Creative connected with writer Dennis Manning on InkTip and hired him to co-write the drama script Fallen Awake. The story was written by David, and Dennis was hired as a co-writer and collaborator for the screenplay. David is a director and producer whose credits include the documentary film The Guest List and the interactive game Rolling Stones: Voodoo Lounge. Dennis is an award-winning screenwriter, composer, and lyricist whose credits include the produced musicals Now & Then and One More Yesterday. This is Dennis’s first success through InkTip!

Josh Keeler with XY Media Partners found the script Shrinking Santa through InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writers Tammy and George Klembith. XY Media Partners is a new production company building a slate of projects for production. Tammy and George are an award-winning and produced writing duo whose credits include the Hallmark film Christmas Scavenger Hunt and the Lifetime film Christmas on Wheels. This is Tammy and George’s first success through InkTip!

Grant De Sousa with Offworld Productions found the script Gang Agley on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writers Jeremy Hogan and Aaron Krygier. Grant is a producer and director whose credits include the short projects It's Complicated and The Emerald Purse. Jeremy's credits include the dramedy feature Left-Overs and Aaron's credits include the horror feature Rust Belt Driller. This is Jeremy and Aaron's first success through InkTip!

Executive Producer Christian Peschken connected with writer Adam Rocke through InkTip and hired him to write the script Riders of Grace, a faith-based action project starring Kevin Sorbo, Matthias Hues, Kris Van Damme and Valdimir Kulich, directed by Mike Elliott, slated to begin filming in August in Spain. Christian is an award-winning filmmaker/producer whose credits include Heatstroke, Presumed Dead, and Double Cross. Adam is a prolific writer who has authored 50+ books and optioned and sold many original screenplays, including the produced film One Foot in the Grave. This is Adam's first success through InkTip!

Michael D. Jones with Silver Heart Productions discovered the script The Bartender on InkTip and has entered into an agreement with InkTip writer Cara Reinard. Michael is a producer whose credits include Code 3, Cinnamon, and Cabin Fever: Reboot. Cara is a screenwriter and Amazon best-selling author of psychological thrillers with Thomas and Mercer and Bookouture, including the novels Sweet Water and Into the Sound. This is Cara’s second success through InkTip!

A producer discovered Steven Laflamme on InkTip and hired him to write a pilot based on his feature script Grocery Wars. Steven is a graphic novelist and the producer and writer of Cigarettes & Superheroes, which was a finalist in Kevin Smith’s Movies Askew Film Festival. This is Steven’s second success through InkTip!

Salvatore Sclafani and Gerry Pass with Chrome Entertainment found the script The Hermit on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer William Walkerley, and we are excited to announce that the completed film has been released! Salvatore directed the film, with Lou Ferrigno of The Incredible Hulk playing the titular role. Salvatore’s other credits include Tyger Tyger and A Gifted Man, while Gerry’s credits include Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. and Pursuit. William’s credits include the short project One for the Team. Congrats to everyone involved!

Tom Schleuning and Gloria Gruber with 5th Eye Productions found the script If It Rains on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Bruce Dundore. 5th Eye is a new production company developing a slate of original film and television projects. Along with screenwriting, Bruce is a published novelist who has worked in advertising for 30 years, winning multiple awards for his work with Pepsi, Dodge, Apple, and California Anti-tobacco. This is Bruce’s first success through InkTip!

Alastair Orr and Ariye Mahdeb with A/Game Productions connected with writer David D. Jones through InkTip and hired him to write the script Hunting Jessica Brok, and we are happy to announce that the completed film, also titled Outgunned in some countries, has been released! The film has had a limited theatrical release in the U.S. and is now available on Fandango at Home. It is also available on Amazon Prime in South Africa and releases on Apple TV (with the title Outgunned) on March 9th. Alastair and Ariye have previously collaborated with David on the 2020 InkTip-facilitated horror-comedy Triggered. Congrats to everyone involved!

Producer Ian Marioles discovered the short suspense/thriller script Behind the 8 Ball on InkTip and has acquired the rights to it from screenwriter John Porter. Ian is a South Florida based director, producer, and actor. With over two decades of acting experience and the past eight years focused on producing and directing, he is passionate about character-driven cinema with strong voice, tension, and style. "InkTip has been a valuable bridge in making this connection possible, and I’m grateful for a platform that helps filmmakers like myself discover talented writers and develop real working relationships,” he stated. Through InkTip, John has had 28 shorts picked up, 18 produced, optioned a feature, and been hired to write more!

Producer Don Worley with Second Chance Pictures found the script Things Fall Apart on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Stephen Jared. Don is an actor and producer whose credits include Pastor Shepherd, Power of Attorney: Don Worley, and the InkTip-facilitated film A Time for Sunset. Along with screenwriting, Stephen is an actor with over seventy acting credits, a producer of two documentary films, a produced playwright, and a published novelist. This is Stephen's first success through InkTip!

Gloria Gruber and Tom Schleuning with 5th Eye Productions found the Script Beyond the Moon on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writers Ken Jones and Suzanne Fitzpatrick. 5th Eye is a new production company developing a slate of original film and television projects. Ken and Suzanne are award-winning writers whose credits include the produced feature Divine Will. This is Ken and Suzanne's second success through InkTip!

Producers Alain Azoulay and Harry Locke IV with Azoulay Pictures found the script The Spotter (now titled Kaishaku) on InkTip and purchased it from InkTip writer Mike Gerbino. We are excited to announce that the film, directed by Harry Locke IV and starring Stefanie Estes (Soft & Quiet, SXSW ’22), had its East Coast Premiere as an official selection at the Dances with Films NY Festival! Alain’s credits include The Lost Paradise and Dark Senses, and Harry’s credits include The City of Gold and The Redeemer. The film is also produced by Amit Yonay, Sharon Butler, Robbie Allen, and Sasha Yelaun (The Old Way). Mike’s credits include the InkTip-facilitated film Freelance and the award-winning short film Spool. Congrats to everyone involved!

Jessica Rae with Avow Pictures met writer Steve Dini through an InkTip connection and has optioned his script The Sugarland Six. Jessica is a new producer with several projects in pre-production, and she has acted in films such as Stan the Man and The Great Turkey Town Miracle. Steve is a former TV weatherman, drama teacher, and Bronze Star Medal recipient whose produced writing credits include the InkTip-facilitated film The Great Turkey Town Miracle, which was co-written by E. Joren Christensen and directed by Angus Benfield. This is Steve's fourth success through InkTip! 

Álvaro Alonso with La Pepa Films found the script After Ever on InkTip and optioned it from InkTip writer Sarah Hohman. Álvaro's credits include Sin Instrucciones and Love & Revolution. Sarah is a multi-award-winning writer whose scripts have placed in both the Nicholl Fellowship and the PAGE Awards. This is Sarah's fourth success through InkTip!

Angus Benfield with LAMA Entertainment connected with writer Rick Blackwell on InkTip and has optioned Rick’s script The Gentile, which was written based on a story Angus outlined. Angus and Rick have previously collaborated on the InkTip-facilitated film Stan the Man. Angus’s other credits include The Christmas Letter and The Keeper. Rick is a long-time InkTip member whose previous InkTip success script Special Agent Kids was produced in 2013. This is Rick’s fourth success through InkTip!