Networking is absolutely where it's at. Met a producer at a wrap party once and we just hit it off. Kept in touch and a few years later, they remembered me for a gig that pulled my passion project out of obscurity. Sometimes the industry feels like moving through molasses, but those connections are like a hidden speed boost.

Every project I've edited that's come out of development hell comes with its own set of nightmares. Persistence is one thing but also know your worth. Too many creators get desperate and sign terrible deals just to see their work come to life. Patience indeed, but also keep an eye on the prize and your rights.

Love this inspirational talk 💖 Development hell can be disheartening but it's all going to make success taste that much sweeter, right? Gotta believe our stories are worth the fight!

Just steal someone else's work that made it outta hell, slap your name on it. Easy. 😂

Patience is what kills me the most. It's like, how long do you wait for your break, right? But I do get it, all great things take time. Semi-motivated now, thanks...

Persistence... sure, if you wanna call banging your head against a wall a virtue. At some point, you gotta know when to cut your losses. I've seen too many good people burn out chasing a dream that's just not happening. Adapt, yeah, but also don't forget to have a life outside of what's stuck in development hell.

ugh, the part about Flexibility is so true but so painful. It feels like selling out sometimes when you have to butcher your script to fit some exec's vision. but i guess it comes with the territory?

Been through this grind more times than I'd like. Your survival tips are solid, especially networking. It's not just about who you know but also who's willing to back you when push comes to shove. Got a project greenlit last year 'cause an old film school buddy put in a good word. It's all about those connections!