David Spies

About David L. Spies

Screenwriter / Director

David is a screenwriter and director from Seattle Washington. He has written several feature-length screenplays and shorts. David wrote and directed “A Musing” in 2010 with plans to direct Silver Bells the late part of 2011. He’s currently working on two feature-length comedy scripts with plans to direct his first feature film in 2012. His aspirations are to become an accomplished writer and director in the film industry. David’s goals consist of completing one screenplay or short every six months while continuing to push himself and learn from others who inspire him. In addition to writing screenplays David also maintains a blog at: davidspies.com There you will find posts related to screenwriting, filmmaking and a multitude of industry information that is quite helpful to any screenwriter. David is a husband to Melanie, a stepfather of two boys 10 and 12. Sometimes when life seems to get away… his family is what keeps him in focus and that’s what really matters.

Silver Bells
A short film by: David Spies

While visiting a candy shop on Christmas Eve an aging man discovers his first love may be more than a recollection from his past.

On a snowy Christmas Eve, an elderly man steps inside a quaint neighborhood candy shop. He's surrounded by the nostalgia of warm smells, twinkling lights and memories from his childhood. As he slips back into the comfort of his memories from a Christmas over fifty years ago, he's greeted with an unexpected surprise. In this moment he finds that what he's always cherished he never really lost.

Silver Bells is a story of hope, the human spirit and a lesson that love can last forever.

Where can I learn more and stay up-to-date about the project?
Please visit our website: http://www.silverbellsfilm.com
‘Like’ us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/silverbellsmovie
Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/SilverBellsFilm

Film Courage article:
Director @davidspies discuses pulling from first-hand experience & shaping characters in 'Filmmaking Magic Lives On'

We are currently in the midst of a fundraising campaign. Our Kickstarter campaign is an ‘all or nothing’ endeavor to raise funds for production. Check out our Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign: Silver Bells short film

Be sure to tune in to Rex Sikes Movie Beat on Fri Sept 3rd at 11am EST - 10am CT - 8am PT. Rex will chat with David Spies and Phil Seneker on their experience with crowdfunding, Kickstarter and their upcoming film "A Musing": Rex Sikes Movie Beat

Recently Completed Short: "A Musing"

Logline: A writer struggling with his loss of creativity is advised by his literary agent to find his muse. WGAw reg: 1439177

There are two pivotal characters in this short story, Pete Matthews (The Writer) and the Clerk (The Muse). Pete is a writer struggling with his loss of creativity and hasn’t penned a word in three years. Pete is suffering from the all too familiar “writer’s block” and needs to find a cure.
Pete pays a visit to his literary agent “Bill Skinner” and after a brief meeting, Bill presses Pete to find his muse. Pete sets out to find his inspiration in the most common of places. After nightly visits to his local liquor mart, Pete is convinced that the Clerk is his muse. Will Pete find success from his new found inspiration or has his hope and desperation created a false sense of encouragement?

Check out our Kickstarter crowdfunding project - "A Musing" short film: A Musing

Recently Completed Short: "Sun City"
Sun City Arizona is a year-round playground for the senior community; it also serves as the perfect place to start over when you find that your spouse is cheating on you. Or is it? WGAw reg: 1429742
Logline for Sun City is currently listed on inktip.com

Film Festival - Script Completed Feb 2010

Logline
Title: Film Festival
By: David Spies

A group of teenagers hold a film festival in their small Midwestern town of Hoostick, WI. Fabricating an A-list Star on the festivals judge’s panel will ensure their crazy venture is a success. WGAw reg: 1412593

I've completed a Horror script based on a creature in American folklore. This is a feature-length screenplay that will appeal to a wide audience as well as the crowd that likes classics in the vein of American Werewolf in London. WGAw reg: 1414978

Synopsis
Title: Sasquatch The Movie
By: David Spies

Jack Thomas invites several of his college friends to remote Oregon Mountains for a weekend camping trip. Rick is along for the ride and hoping to score with the ladies. Jamie, the college slut goes along on the trip in an attempt to get Dr. Anderson away from her college rival Lisa. Their weekend getaway turns to panic when Jack takes a serious fall and Jack's Uncle "Ranger Dan" is out of reach. Unable to drive from their remote location, their weekend quickly turns violent and terror ensues as Sasquatch begins to prey on them one-by-one. Will any of them make it out of the Mountains alive? WGAw Reg:1347987

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Check out David's Blog! Great Resource for screenwriters and individuals dedicated film production. http://davidspies.wordpress.com
Also be sure to checkout David's Blog for an extensive list of Talent Agents and contact info!

Occupation

Screenwriter

Location

Seattle WA United States

Interests

Screenwriting, filmmaking, video production, acting and cooking. I enjoy skiing in the winter and soaking up the sun in the summer. Right now, I’m searching for insight, encouragement and wisdom in the world of screenwriting and film production. My aspirations are to become an accomplished screenwriter in the film industry.

Website

http://davidspies.wordpress.com

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