Consulting

The late, great film director and our Script Factory Board Chair, Anthony Minghella used to say: “You can enable or disable with your words, so be careful how you use them.” These words are the guiding principle of all we do at The Script Factory. Our mission is to enable you to write the best version of the story you want to bring to the screen.

How it works

During our one-on-one consultations, we will analyse the strengths and appeal of your current draft, highlight which elements are not yet delivering, and develop a strategy with you to unlock your story’s full potential. 

We are not prescriptive; your session will be a balance between discussing your intent for the film and a comprehensive critique of what is on the page. Most importantly, our expert guidance is here to serve you, and nothing excites us more than new voices and new approaches. Our script consultations are rigorous, responsive, and respectful.

Your script consultation will take place over Zoom. We will ask you to send your completed draft one week before the scheduled consultation.

Feature Film Screenplays
90 minute consultation £245

Short Films (up to 20 pages)
60 minute consultation £85

For an additional cost, it may be possible to schedule a face-to-face meeting in Central London, please enquire.

Contact us to start your consultation:

For production companies looking to work longer term with a script consultant, please contact justine@scriptfactory.co.uk

“I worked with Justine on two narrative projects and both became exponentially stronger thanks to her input. Her approach strikes the perfect balance between detailed notes and big picture discussions. 

Whilst she's able to forensically explore the nuts and bolts of how a story functions, she always keeps an eye on the filmmaker's intention and lets this inform any discussion points or ideas she presents. She is also adept at planting a seed about where a story might go, making it feel like an exciting possibility rather than a scary upheaval. I would undoubtedly work with her again and believe she would be an asset to any production.”

Lewis Rose, Award-winning Filmmaker

“It was a pleasure to be supported by Justine Hart on my short film script.  In each session it was clear she’d taken the time to not only read each draft but had given it, the story and my individual voice full consideration. Her script notes are a writer's dream striking a balance between being positive, encouraging and confirming what areas to improve. Justine has definitely helped me become a better writer who’s now more confident to tell a story and brave enough to celebrate my own unique voice.”

Eva Edo, Playwright & Screenwriter

Contact us to start your consultation