How Not To Write A Rom Com

How Not To Write A Rom Com

England · 2026 · 27 minutes · COMEDY, DRAMA

Directed by Daniel D. Newman

In a desperate attempt to win back the actress of his dreams, a neurotic filmmaker writes a screenplay about their former semblance of a relationship. But when his beloved actress insists that a Hollywood heartthrob should play his part, our hapless filmmaker finds himself having to direct the woman of his dreams performing an intimate love scene with a much better-looking version of himself.

Creator Statement

Even though this film jumps up and down on my raw romantic nerves, I had an amazing time directing it. We had a top notch cast, a great screenplay, and a truly unique meta-cinematic premise. From our nod to "(500) Days of Summer" in the opening shot, to Sami's obsession with the red polka dot dress from "Vertigo", this is a film that will particularly appeal to people who love watching and making movies. "How Not To Write A Rom Com" will have people squirming and laughing in the aisles.

Filmmaker Bio

Daniel D. Newman has written, directed and produced a wide range of films and documentaries in China, Cambodia, Vietnam, the US, and the UK.
Equally adept at creating comedy, horror, sci-fi, historical dramas, and martial arts films, Daniel prides himself on the eclectic range of content he produces.
Daniel is currently working on a landscape thriller and a vertical sports drama.

Cast & Crew

Director: Daniel D. Newman

Creator: Daniel D. Newman

Writer: Daniel D. Newman

Producer: Daniel D. Newman

Production Company: Newman Consults and Cave Paint Media

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