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Scriptwriting Basics November 2004
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Item No. #WG1104
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Editor's Note
ACT 1: GETTING THE BASICS
The Real Deal
By J. Michael Straczynski
Have a need to tell stories? Then Hollywood is the place for you. Here's an insider's look at the benefits and drawbacks of scriptwriting.
Long Live the Idea
By Pamela Wallace
Will your script's first 10 pages hook a studio executive? Get your opening right with these four guidelines.
New Writing Markets in Hollywood
Rob Hammersley and Tony Soltis
Writing jobs for TV comedies and dramas are on the downswing, but there are new markets clamoring for talented writers.
The Big Tease
By Chad Gervich
Remote-control happy viewers like to flip around channels. Hook the audience with a strong opening scene so they set down the clicker and start paying attention.
Prepare the Pitch
By Lydia Wilen and Joan Wilen
Learn how to sell your brilliant script to the Hollywood folks who matter the most.
ACT 2: LEARNING THE CRAFT
History Takes Center Stage
By Christina Hamlett
New twists on stories from the past can breathe like into an old idea.
Keep Viewers Guessing
By Robert Pollock
Giving viewers too much information dilutes the suspense of any movie. Test these techniques on your script to keep the audience surprised and interested.
Heroes That Rock
By Sheldon Woodbury
Will your main character relate to broad audiences? Use these tips to create unforgettable heroes.
The Perfect Pilot
By Aury Wallington
Network execs are looking for clever ideas, but also carefully developed characters that have enough conflict/storylines to last up to 10 seasons. Here's how to create a winner.
The Are of Taking "Notes"
By Chad Gervich
Criticism can hurt your ego, but when properly applied it can improve your script. Learn to get the information you need and weed out what you don't.
Therapy For Unspeakable Dialogue
By Christina Hamlett
Don't let dull conversations slow down the pace of your script. Follow these tips so your characters have lifelike, yet vibrant, dialogue.
ACT 3: BECOMING A PLAYER
Interview: Delving Into the Dark
By Christine Mersch
Ryan Murphy wants to write movies, but this creator of the FX hit "Nip/Tuck" won't be giving up his day job any time soon.
The Scriptwriter's Market Guide
By Maria Witte and Brian A. Klems
Here are 24 agents and markets you'll need to get your career off the ground.
The Scriptwriter's Resource Guide
Compiled by Brian A. Klems
All you need to know about the best scriptwriting organizations, entertainment industry news and script-related Web sites.
And the Winner Is …
By Christine Mersch
Find out how two lifelong friends joined forces to win the 7th Annual American Screenwriters Association/Writer's Digest International Screenplay Competition.
Contest Spotlight
By Brian. A. Klems
Looking for some appreciation of your script? Check out this list of contests held around the world.
Six Degrees of Woody Allen
By Joe Stollenwerk
Check out the people we've connected to this famous writer/actor/director.
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