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What Do I Need to Know About Writing Spec Scripts? Your Questions are Answered!

By Susan KouguellJun 10, 2020
Ray Morton shares a list of some of the spec-script trends that are going full blast right now to inform you on whether you should jump on the movie trends wagon or stick with original ideas.
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MEET THE READER: Trendy Thinking - Should You Follow the Movie Trends?

By Ray MortonSep 17, 2019
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The Worst Mistake a Screenwriter Can Make

By Clive FrayneMay 28, 2019
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WHY DO SPEC SCRIPTS FAIL: Formula vs. Structure Continued

By Stewart FarquharOct 24, 2018
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ALT-SCRIPT: Is Your Script Ready to Send to a Producer?

By Clive FrayneAug 14, 2018
Most scripts are rejected on page one, because the writer fails to show fundamental writing skills. Clive Davies-Frayne shares exercises to help build those missing skills.
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ALT SCRIPT: Your Core Writing Skills Need Attention - 4 Writing Exercises to Hone Your Craft

By Clive FrayneJul 24, 2018
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WENDY'S LA4HIRE: Screenplay Marketing - What Makes Buyers Invest in Your Movie?

By Wendy KramJan 31, 2018
INTERVIEW: Scotty Mullen on 'Sharknado 5,' Pitchfests, and Casting the Films He Writes
How to Sell a Script and Build a Screenwriting Career

INTERVIEW: Scotty Mullen on Sharknado 5, Pitchfests, and Casting the Films He Writes

By Cameron ChapmanAug 8, 2017
Tim Long discusses the importance of executing your story on the page. | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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STORY DEVELOPMENT: Articulating the Intuitive - Screenplay vs. Movie

By Tim LongJan 17, 2017
WHY SPEC SCRIPTS FAIL: Antagonista Incognita* by Stewart Farquhar | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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WHY SPEC SCRIPTS FAIL: Antagonista Incognita*

By Stewart FarquharDec 15, 2016
STORY BROADS: Writing to Direct vs. Writing Spec Screenplays by Cameron Chapman | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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STORY BROADS: Writing to Direct vs. Writing Spec Screenplays

By Cameron ChapmanDec 1, 2016
Great Characters: Channeling the Genius of Actors - Gene Wilder by Paula Landry | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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Great Characters: Channeling the Genius of Actors - Gene Wilder

By Paula LandrySep 5, 2016
STORY DEVELOPMENT: The Emotional Glue That Binds Us to Story by Tim Long | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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STORY DEVELOPMENT: The Emotional Glue That Binds Us to Story

By Tim LongAug 31, 2016
ANATOMY OF SELLING A SCRIPT: Make "Noise" by Wendy Kram | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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ANATOMY OF SELLING A SCRIPT: Make "Noise"

By Wendy KramJul 28, 2016
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PRODUCER'S POV: Writing a TV Series (Without Whining)

By Heather HaleMay 25, 2016
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SHOW ME THE LOVE: Love of Community

By Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillanMay 16, 2016
SHOW ME THE LOVE: Love of Art by Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillan | Script Magazine #scriptchat #amwriting
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SHOW ME THE LOVE: Love of Art

By Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillanApr 18, 2016
INTERVIEW: Q&A with Screenwriter of 'Carrie Pilby' Kara Holden by Denny Schnulo | Script Magazine #scriptchat #screenwriting
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INTERVIEW: Q&A with Kara Holden Screenwriter of 'Carrie Pilby'

By Denny SchnuloMar 31, 2016
WENDY'S LA4HIRE: Great Screenplay Writing Part 6 - Conflicts & Obstacles by Wendy Kram | Script Magazine #screenwriting #amwriting
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WENDY'S LA4HIRE: Great Screenplay Writing Part 6 - Conflicts & Obstacles

By Wendy KramMar 29, 2016
SHOW ME THE LOVE: Love of Death and Destruction by Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillan #scriptchat #amwriting
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SHOW ME THE LOVE: Love of Death and Destruction

By Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillanMar 21, 2016
DREAM CAREER TOOLKIT: Pushing the Boulder Up the Hill - Getting That Dang Film Into Production
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DREAM CAREER TOOLKIT: Pushing the Boulder Up the Hill - Getting That Dang Film Into Production

By Shawn TollesonFeb 24, 2016
DREAM CAREER TOOLKIT: Are You Waiting for Prince Charming? by Shawn Tolleson | Script Magazine
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DREAM CAREER TOOLKIT: Are you waiting for Prince Charming?

By Shawn TollesonJan 27, 2016
SHOW ME THE LOVE: Warrior Bonding
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SHOW ME THE LOVE: Warrior Bonding

By Pamela Jaye Smith & Monty Hayes McMillanJan 25, 2016
MEET THE READER: Ten Spec Script Musts by Ray Morton #scriptchat
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MEET THE READER: Ten Spec Script Musts

By Ray MortonDec 4, 2015