| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Pitching a mini series | 11/20/2009 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek, I am currently writing a mini series. I have finished the first episode and am well ...
A: Steve, The most successful people in the world ask questions. Their focus is on answers, not how ...
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| Pitching a mini series | 11/20/2009 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek, I am currently writing a mini series. I have finished the first episode and am well ...
A: Steve, Keep this in mind, it is okay to shop your project around now, but many companies will ...
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| story Vs. script and screenplay | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have a story and would like to know what exactly the difference is between script and screenplay. ...
A: Todd, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I've been out of town and just ...
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| New Musical needs exposure | 10/26/2009 |
Q: For the past 5 years we have been developing a new musical for its road to Broadway. It has been ...
A: Paul, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I've been shooting a film and just ...
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| Do you know of such an "animal"? | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Is there anyone out there that has a service of providing knowledgeable directions to screenwriters ...
A: One's script must be market ready before one should go to market with it. Once the script is ready ...
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| A Super Idea? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: Mr Vasicek, I’m a college student and am extremely keen to do a script for the Superman film ...
A: Abi, In order to get any attention by a studio, regardless of what you have, you're going to have a ...
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| PIP | 9/28/2009 |
Q: The main characters of my screenplay are at the center of a huge media storm. I want to convey this ...
A: Matt, This will work: INT. TV STUDIO - DAY JACK WORDS, 50, a slick-haired anchor spits words at ...
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| tips! | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I have just finished reading Orwell's 1984 for the 2nd time and i am bursting withe filmic ideas i ...
A: Josh, Do some research on similar films, including box office. This should answer your question. ...
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| formatting montage | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I am writing a screenplay and want to use a montage. I am using a writing program but can't find an ...
A: Richard, You're welcome. It is good that you're a nit picker. Writers must be detailed oriented. ...
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| formatting montage | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I am writing a screenplay and want to use a montage. I am using a writing program but can't find an ...
A: Richard, The montage line should be a slugline something like this: MONTAGE Car race starts. Red ...
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| Film rights to a persons life | 9/3/2009 |
Q: In advance thank you for reading my question and I look forward to your response. I'm an aspiring ...
A: Natalie, I apologize for taking so long to answer. I'm working on a film and just got back to my ...
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| Release forms | 8/28/2009 |
Q: Segueing from Craig'sI understand it's common practice for production companies to insist on a ...
A: Each production company deals a bit differently with respect to release forms. Some don't even ...
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| Release forms | 8/26/2009 |
Q: Segueing from Craig'sI understand it's common practice for production companies to insist on a ...
A: "Don", The standard release form is generated by the production company to protect the production ...
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| Being Involved | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I have just finished writing a spec script and have made sure its market ready. But Im wondering, if ...
A: Craig, You would only be involved in the production of your film if you negotiate that into your ...
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| Movies | 8/18/2009 |
Q: What is the choir that provides dramatic movie backgrounds? The songs without words, just dramatic ...
A: A moviemaker selects choirs that their budgets will allow. This means that a variety of choirs can ...
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| Need an agent | 8/16/2009 |
Q: Is there anyway for you to get me a screenplay agent. I feel that I am the best screenwriter since ...
A: Brian, The only way I can help you get an agent is to read your screenplay to determine if it is ...
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| starting a new medical series | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I'm a physician and planning to start a great new television series on traditional treatments.It's ...
A: Kamelia, For most first time programs, most producers will want to see a pilot of the program ...
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| am going to write a movie | 7/25/2009 |
Q: . am from Saudi Arabia..and i am going to write a movie but before i start writing i want to know , ...
A: Ahmad, It is helpful to copyright your work before you let anyone see it. You can register it ...
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| Finders fees vs. back end points | 7/22/2009 |
Q: We are in the middle of putting together a slate of films we have written and have come across a ...
A: Bill, I'm not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your question. I can say that if you make this ...
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| Query letter question | 7/13/2009 |
Q: Good Day, I'm in the process of preparing to send out query letters to various creative ...
A: Rick, ANATOMY OF AN IRRESISTIBLE QUERY LETTER
by: Don Vasicek (credits: Warriors of Virtue, ...
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| Query letter question | 7/11/2009 |
Q: Good Day, I'm in the process of preparing to send out query letters to various creative ...
A: Rick, The logline should serve to attract readers. The synopsis should serve to attract readers ...
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| Questions on finding a screenwriting software program | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I'm an aspiring screenwriter. I have a screenwriter software program called, Movie Magic ...
A: Julian, I apologize for taking so long to respond. I've been out of state and just returned. I ...
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| Help! | 6/17/2009 |
Q: How do I go about getting my script to something like the SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL, The idea and ...
A: Michael, There are, but it's a very long shot. Simply check the internet with that question and ...
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| editing software | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I have a story that need sto be edited and might move it into a screenplay... do you know of any ...
A: Todd, I have no awareness of any software that takes care of editing a story. You might run an ...
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| Screenplay from a book | 6/16/2009 |
Q: The book that I am interested in has been out of print for some time. The author, Edger Rice ...
A: Michael, Without spending time researching, for which I would have to charge, I am unable to help ...
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| Help! | 6/16/2009 |
Q: How do I go about getting my script to something like the SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL, The idea and ...
A: Michael, I don't know if Sundance still has its screenwriting section. You might want to check it ...
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| copyrighting, publishing & marketing an original musical | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have written a complete musical based on the book Pilgrim's Progress. It has been performed by a ...
A: Cynthia, The first step would be to check into the rights with the author/publisher for "Pilgrim's ...
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| so new at this, but so ambitious | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I've read most of your answers to most of the questions. you always mention in at least more than ...
A: Mary Ann, Getting a script market ready means that the script must contain elements in it to ...
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| Graphics | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I am writing a screenplay in which the main character escapes from reality into a fantasy world ...
A: Russ, Although your work is impressive and creative, I would caution you about the use of images, ...
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| Getting Started, Do I Stand A Chance | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I am an 18 year old Art student and I have just written my first movie script. I spent several ...
A: Craig, Your chances for getting your script produced is just as good as anyone else's. The key to ...
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| Finding a "match" | 5/14/2009 |
Q: Have written several screenplays. The problem is... Finding a good match. Seems like I'm writing for ...
A: Don, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I'm shooting a film, so it's difficult ...
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| turning a book into a film | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I am wishing to turn a published series of books into 1 or more screenplays. I only want to write ...
A: Shye, You should contact the author. If that fails, for whatever reason, contact the publisher. ...
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| story to final product | 5/5/2009 |
Q: Vasicek, I am the mother of an 8 year old, with a lot of creative energy. He likes to develop ...
A: Sprague, I'm unaware of forums for children to develop stories. You might want to do an Internet ...
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| Screenwriting Classes | 4/17/2009 |
Q: Do you think Robert McKee's "Story" seminar is a good screnwriting class? Have you ever taken it? I ...
A: Beverley, I've never taken Mr. McKee's screenwriting class, so I'm unable to say anything about ...
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| I'm writing a book and I want to make it a movie | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I am completely new to this.But I want to make a movie.I have been in plays before.My stories in ...
A: Taylor, You need to write down your movie idea. Then, write a log line for it. Then, write a ...
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| Author driven | 3/23/2009 |
Q: Can you offer me any tips to keep a screenplay from being "author" driven rather than character ...
A: Alan, Simply, study story-driven screenplays. Utilize the story to drive the main character. ...
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| Who owns the character? | 3/23/2009 |
Q: If I write a screenplay based upon a character in a novel that I wrote before the screenplay, once ...
A: Alan, When you sell the script, you can negotiate to retain rights to the character. All future ...
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| should I change the plot? | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I have completed a draft of a drama period screenplay concerning a young man in a quest for his ...
A: The late introduction would only work if you build up to it. Your main character, at this time in ...
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| FORMATTING OF SCREENPLAYS | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I have a question about the correct/acceptable formatting for a screenplay. I was told by a college ...
A: Ingrid, I will not put myself in a position any longer by recommending products. This business is ...
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| Outlines | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I was wondering whether or not it is necessary to write an in depth outline before you begin writing ...
A: Kyle, Each writer must develop their own style of writing. This includes writing, or not writing ...
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| Screenwriter Funding | 3/13/2009 |
Q: Okay, I have a script, and it has stirred up some interest. I found a top-dog screenwriter who ...
A: Sean, To raise capital, you might want to check out Go4Funding.com, My Capital.com, and Breadstreet ...
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| LA/Screenplays/Pitch | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I am a 24 year old filmmaker based in UK with considerable experience. I am going to Los Angeles ...
A: Gabriel, Unless you have had caused a studio, or studios to have a successful box office movie, ...
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| script format | 2/27/2009 |
Q: my name is James and I have some great ideas for a new sitcom. The problem is all my scripts so far ...
A: James, I am unaware of any free software. Do an Internet search. I'm sure you'll find some. ...
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| sitcom production | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have spent quite some time writing and developing an idea for a new sitcom. I have so far made 5 ...
A: Zach, Go to "The Hollywood Creative Directory". It lists companies, contact information, and what ...
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| writing for tv etc. | 2/26/2009 |
Q: my name is James, i'm 15 and an aspiring actor/writer. I really want to work as a writer for TV ...
A: James, You're welcome. If you find a company that is interested, the first they will want to put ...
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| copyrights and stories | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I've completed a story idea for a book that could be made into a movie, but I don't know who to ask ...
A: Todd, Run an Internet search on Stan Lee. It should turn up some information for you so that you ...
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| Movie Trailer Design | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Do you know of any good-quality companies that will design a movie trailer ("visual pitch") for ...
A: Sean, There are a multitude of companies who will design a movie trailer. Just do an Internet ...
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| When should I pitch? | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I'm an 18-year-old who is writing his very first screenplay. I have been writing books since age 12. ...
A: Sean, Your "pitch" paragraph here on AllExperts is powerful. You are on the cusp of getting film ...
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| The next level | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I am a 27 year old high school drop out who has traveled the world, worked many a boring and ...
A: Judging someone's writing is usually subjective in nature. Anyone who writes, writes in the style in ...
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| Nonna..my grandma | 2/11/2009 |
Q: Is there someone in Pittsburgh you can recommend to help me complete a screenplay about the most ...
A: John, I'm in Colorado so I don't know anyone in Pittsburgh. Check with Pittsburgh's and/or ...
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| Royalties | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I have a question concerning screenwriter royalties. I am putting a man's story into a screenplay ...
A: Lauri, Sorry for taking so long to respond. I'm working on a film and am pretty busy. How are you ...
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| Royalties | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I have a question concerning screenwriter royalties. I am putting a man's story into a screenplay ...
A: Lauri, 10% royalties should be spelled out. What does he mean by royalties? It is good that you ...
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| Writing help | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I like English, and it has always been my best subject. I'm trying to find which area of writing I ...
A: Jeff, Reading books can be most helpful. Take time to figure out what kinds of books you like to ...
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| Compensation for sequels or future projects? | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I believe I have a strong possibility of selling one of my scripts to a film financing and ...
A: Joseph, Call the Writer's Guild of America. Ask to speak to someone in Contracts. Pose your ...
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| forwarding a question | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I am also a participant in AllExperts.com, but my expertise is in broadcast journalism. I am ...
A: Mark, The most effective way to sell the series is to write a treatment and shop it around. You can ...
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| Network with filmmakers/writers/actors | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I have a website that I would like to promote and I believe a great way to establish our image is by ...
A: William, I haven't had time to travel around to know where these forums exist. I do know that ...
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| Network with filmmakers/writers/actors | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I have a website that I would like to promote and I believe a great way to establish our image is by ...
A: William, Go to filmmakers/writers/actors forums and pose your question in those forums. You will ...
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| Moving to LA for Screenwriting | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I am unemployed and living in northern Minnesota. I've written three screenplays. I've "lost" with ...
A: Michael, I don't live in LA, just do business there, so I'm not that familiar with the city. Every ...
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| A pair of opposites, but no conflict. | 12/26/2008 |
Q: Vasicek I am writing a short film in hopes of producing and shopping to festivals. I came up with ...
A: Jason, I apologize for taking so long to respond. I've been out of town working on a film and just ...
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| an information commentry | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I m screenplay writing newbie , onetime I has heard in tv from a well expert in movie criticism he ...
A: AJ, I apologize for the time it took me to respond to your question. I have been out of town ...
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| Feedback and some guidance... | 12/19/2008 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek... I'm 22 years old, live in Croatia (Europe) and have been writing stories since I ...
A: Alen, A read through of what you have is no problem. Check my rates at donvasicek.com, select what ...
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| Feedback and some guidance... | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek... I'm 22 years old, live in Croatia (Europe) and have been writing stories since I ...
A: I apologize for the time it has taken for me to respond to your request. I am shooting a film, so ...
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| Graduation to be a Screenwriter | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I'm Waqar Ali from Pakistan. I'm 21 years old. I want to be a screenwriter. I want to know that, ...
A: Waqar, I apologize for taking so long to respond to your question. I've been busy with making a ...
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| non-fiction means fact! | 12/2/2008 |
Q: i have a really great book for which I want to obtain screenplay rights. Everything in this book is ...
A: Cian, I'm not a lawyer, so I'm unable to clarify this for you. Find Lawyer for the Arts online. ...
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| Mini-Series Pitch | 11/17/2008 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek, I am interested in working with an agent to assist me in pitching a mini-series I've ...
A: Joanne, You can find the kind of agent you desire by doing some research on agents who represent ...
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| where to send the stories | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I wrote a few stories and now I want to hand them over to someone that may make them into films, I ...
A: Todd, If you to send them to writers, expect to pay for a writer, or writers to turn your stories ...
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| Biopic rights | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I'm interested in writing a biopic about a very famous American artist who lived at the beginning of ...
A: Inon, I'm not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your question. I can say that since you're ...
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| Selling screenplay | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I noticed you have a great deal of experience in the film industry. I have written a couple of ...
A: Maxwell, Check "The Hollywood Creative Directory." Write a query letter. Send it to producers and ...
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| Producers interested in Gospel stage plays | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I am writing to find out if you would know of any websites or anyone who is interested in producing ...
A: Lowe, Congratulations on your book. Be sure and let me know when it comes out. As for websites ...
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| Legend Biographical-Musical. Modoc story of Greatest Elephant that ever lived. | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Full subject: Title: Legend: Biographical-Musical. Modoc: The Story of The Greatest Elephant that ...
A: Spencer, While I can relate to your passion for this story, I would have to charge you for any work ...
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| play writing | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I've been writing a play but I'm lost as how to account for the length that a play runs, can you ...
A: Mark, You should get at least one minute per page with stageplay format, and about one minute per ...
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| getting in the jungle | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I have just written my first screenplays for short-films. I would like to put them in the right ...
A: Luis, 1. The movie-maker will usually tell you what they want to read. If they don't, ask them. ...
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| historical figure | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I am working on a screenplay that is based on a little known historical figure. You could say, a ...
A: Kim, I'm not a lawyer, so I'm unable to answer your questions. I can say that you can ...
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| Hollywoood | 10/20/2008 |
Q: Do you have to be in Hollywood, or go to Hollywood to sell your script? If not, if you are somewhere ...
A: Demetrius, No, you don't have to in Hollywood to sell your script. You write a query letter ...
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| my scripts | 10/18/2008 |
Q: my name is Shane. I am 13 years old. I have begun an interest in screenwriting and I am currently ...
A: Shane, Send your scripts to me at dvasicek@earthlink.net. I'll read them and let you know what I ...
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| Adaptating a play to a movie | 10/16/2008 |
Q: As a first year film student at Temple University, I'm interested in adapting Waiting For Godot for ...
A: Kyle, I am not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your question. I can say that you should track ...
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| Scriptwriting | 9/29/2008 |
Q: How long, on average, should a film script be?
A: Cal, It depends on the genre. Action, thriller, comedy are usually 90 pages to 110 pages. Dramas ...
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| Finding Management | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I would love to know if you have any tips on the best way to find (good) literary management. My ...
A: Maya, First, you must change your way of thinking if you are to succeed as a screenwriter, In ...
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| I need some more help | 9/17/2008 |
Q: Ok i have been asking around and seraching on the web and i cant find what i need...I am in high ...
A: Canaan, I'm not a lawyer so I'm unable to answer your question about using a celebrity's name in ...
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| copyright | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Is there anyway I can check if my script is copyrighted yet? I sent my script and everything to the ...
A: Luis, You should receive the copyright information in the mail. Since it's been this long, check ...
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| Submissions & Reviews | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I've got a completed manuscript and novel, now the question arises, who can I send each to? A lot of ...
A: Eric, I am unable to answer your question about the manuscript, since I do not know what is ...
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| need opinion | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I had written 2 separated scenes as a sample to proving my abilities as new screenplay writer , I ...
A: AJ, Format is awful. Sentences far too long. You need to learn how to write screenplays before ...
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| options | 9/1/2008 |
Q: An agent wants to option one of my scripts for two years, for free. Does this sound right? I didn't ...
A: Harrison, In my opinion, it is not that much of an opportunity if the agent wants to option your ...
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| royalties for song on show | 8/29/2008 |
Q: if a TV show were to use a song you wrote, what is the minimum amount of money you can make? Is ...
A: Luis, Call the Writer's Guild of America. They will give you the answers to your questions. I ...
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| writing songs for local shows | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for a musical and have started on a script for it, but i want to write my own songs, ...
A: Elaine, You need to find a composer. I can recommend one, but he composes and records music for ...
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| SCREENWRITERS OUTSIDE U.S.A | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I'm preparing a script (which can be translated to be a movie) based on a true story. It is a bout ...
A: Bernard, You can find production companies, producer, studios, etc. in "The Hollywood Creative ...
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| Want to develop idea but also work a screenwriter | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I consider myself a very creative person. Sometimes a song will come on the radio, and a story ...
A: Kerrie, It appears like you have a visual mind. A screenwriter must be able to be visual since film ...
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| TV Drama | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have my story and characters developed and I am in the phase of plotting. Although I am confident ...
A: Irene, Unless you have a contract to write 24 episodes, I suggest you only write the first ...
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| TV Drama | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have my story and characters developed and I am in the phase of plotting. Although I am confident ...
A: Irene, I commend you for your accomplishment. It sounds like you are a serious writer with clarity ...
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| questions | 7/4/2008 |
Q: whats your opinion about someone analyze all things around him , usually searching for trunth , ...
A: Carlito, It appears like you have some of what it takes to be writer. However, I would have to read ...
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| New sitcom idea | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I sent an e-mail to Curb Your Enthusiasm at HBO and asked how to go about doing this and received a ...
A: Terri, You are precisely correct. Just remember, some gatekeepers can be very rude, somewhat ...
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| New sitcom idea | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I sent an e-mail to Curb Your Enthusiasm at HBO and asked how to go about doing this and received a ...
A: Terri, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I just returned from a shoot. Call ...
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| First try at a screenplay | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I am writing my first screenplay and have about 20 pages written so far, but just want to make sure ...
A: Jeeje, A screenplay can be called a script, so I'm not sure what you mean by "script." Writing ...
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| WRITING | 6/16/2008 |
Q: ALL MY LIFE I HAVE SPOKEN TO PEOPLE WITH UNSPOKEN WORDS THROUGH WRITING AND PEOPLE HAVE SAID THINGS ...
A: Q, Writing of any form requires study and research. The strength of any type of writing resides ...
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| Release forms | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I'm a standup comedian in NYC and through networking I have become acquainted with an established ...
A: Amanda, I just returned from Europe, or I would've answered your question sooner. It is a ...
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| can screenwriting be a full time career | 6/7/2008 |
Q: can screenwriting be a full time career? and also i have a 50 page screen play. could that be turned ...
A: Jeff, Screenwriting can be a full time career. It takes hard study and work and can take several ...
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| need to ask | 6/2/2008 |
Q: because I want to improve my screen write with some shots & camera movement & angles so I required ...
A: Anything you do regarding the making of movies, will increase your ability to become a good ...
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| question ! | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I wan to know whats the factors & standards must be put in film makers mind to let the movies ...
A: ao, Factors and standards must be of the highest quality possible. This all begins with the ...
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| need to ask | 5/31/2008 |
Q: because I want to improve my screen write with some shots & camera movement & angles so I required ...
A: jc, If you are a screenwriter, then you must leave the camera angles up to the director. Most ...
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| inquiry: How to sell articles to magazines | 5/29/2008 |
Q: Good day! I need information on the following questions. 1) What is the correct format in writing ...
A: Amram, 1. Indent seven spaces. Write in paragraph form. 2. Double space. 3. Two. 4. Seven. 5. ...
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| how to sell? | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I am a new screenwriter. I have have completed a screenplay and have gotten feedback and have have ...
A: Kevin, Congratulations on completing your first screenplay. You are now amongst those who have had ...
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| question please | 5/18/2008 |
Q: 1- when I screen play , how can I get a reference for my work to evaluate my work ? 2- whats the ...
A: jap, 1. For a reference to evaluate your work, use your Internet search engine for script ...
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| When Dreams Turn to ScreenPlays... | 4/28/2008 |
Q: Literally... yeah, I am a dreamer, but all of my screen play Ideas come from detailed dreams of ...
A: Eric, Most screenwriters are dreamers. Why not dream? It's part of being human. Simply remember ...
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| how to obtain rights to someone's life story | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I recently found out about an incredible woman whose life story would make a great movie. There's no ...
A: Kate, I'm not a lawyer, so I'm unable to tell you how to obtain the legal rights to her life story. ...
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| getting my screenplays into the right hands | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I have been writing most of my life. Mostly technical journals, self-help, construction, that sort ...
A: The key to getting definite action on your scripts is to make sure they are market ready. Market ...
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| royalties | 2/21/2008 |
Q: Don, For more than 10 years I have been wanting to write a Daphne Du Maurier book, Frenchman's ...
A: Barbara, First, congratulations on your fine work. No easy task. I'd love to read it. I'm not a ...
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| best route to take | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I have an epic proportioned screenplay that has garnered some interest in one company that didn't ...
A: Joseph, A Private Placement Memorandum is a document that explains everything about your company, ...
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| best route to take | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I have an epic proportioned screenplay that has garnered some interest in one company that didn't ...
A: Joseph, Test the waters first with a slam dunk query letter and cold calling and pitching. If ...
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| Murder, I Write | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I have two loosely related questions for you: 1.) If a bodyguard murders to protect his client, is ...
A: Hamoudy, I am not a lawyer, so I'm unable to answer your questions. I can say that murder, is ...
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| New Novel AT ALL COST | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I have written a novel which is to be on the shelves in approximately two months. My publisher is ...
A: Congratulations on your upcoming publication. It is not that often one gets a book published. In ...
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| Concept for a Screenplay (Research Question) | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if you are the right person to be asking this, but I am working on an episode that ...
A: Harmoudy, A PI would definitely be helpful in identifying the thief, possibly even more helpful ...
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| idea for a sitcom | 1/19/2008 |
Q: What do I do if I have an idea for a sitcom and am not a writer?
A: Stacy, You can hire a writer to write it for you. You can contact production companies and pitch ...
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| Casting | 1/9/2008 |
Q: A couple of scripts I'm working on are imagined with particular actors in mind (I'm sure we all do ...
A: The shortest way to success in any business is to ask questions. Leave it up to those you are ...
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| Casting | 1/9/2008 |
Q: A couple of scripts I'm working on are imagined with particular actors in mind (I'm sure we all do ...
A: Kit, The etiquette of getting an outline or treatment directly to the actors you have in mind ...
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| Not haveing the idea stollen | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Don: I read your response to one of the other posts about how to proceed in approaching a television ...
A: Tim, If you fear this, then it is more likely to occur. It is unlikely since most producers ...
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| what to do now? | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I am 24 years old and have studied film at my Uni in England. I have just finished writing a script ...
A: It is good that you sent your screenplay off to your peers. This will be most helpful to you. ...
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| what to do now? | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I am 24 years old and have studied film at my Uni in England. I have just finished writing a script ...
A: Greg, Congratulations! By writing a script, you have accomplished something very few others have. ...
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| screenwriting question | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I need to write a series of flashbacks. My character will be listening to someone speak and be ...
A: Ellen, Just continue each flashback like you do the first one: INT. WHITE HOUSE - DAY XXXXXXXX ...
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| Based on a true story | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I am interested in writing a script based on a true crime story, using many articles and a ...
A: I'm not a lawyer, so technically, I'm unable to answer your question. However, based on personal ...
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| The Crown | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I was an actress in the movie "The Crown" as Beth -Lew Temple's date :) I was also the Props Master ...
A: Lori I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I just received your question today. ...
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| Novel to screenplay conversion | 10/18/2007 |
Q: I am an aspiring screenplay writer. I have several books I can envision going to the big screen and ...
A: Wheaton, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I just received it today, so it ...
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| U.K. resident, trouble selling script in U.S. | 10/7/2007 |
Q: I've written a script in the 'horror genre' and I was wondering if it is better to try and sell ...
A: Craig, Even produced screenwriters have their screenplays read by someone else (someone knowledge ...
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| want to get my tv script read by a network. how do i do that? | 8/30/2007 |
Q: ok i am a screen writer a unknown one and i have a idea for a tv show i have the pilot writen up and ...
A: Jesse, Write a query letter. Write a small script to use over the phone. Get a copy of "The ...
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| published book to movie | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I think my fiction novel, The Boy On The Side Of The Road, currently in paperback would make a ...
A: Tammi, The appropriate and most effective way to initiate the contact of movie producers is to ...
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| where to get started | 7/15/2007 |
Q: My friend and I are beginning to adapt a film into a stage play. How do we go about getting it ...
A: Tammy, First, check with the movie company for rights. You'll need a lawyer to tell you how to ...
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| keep in touch | 7/12/2007 |
Q: translation are - most of the times - a kind of crime respect of the original text. so, how can ...
A: Alberto, The only way I can think of avoiding it is to be "there" when the translation is taking ...
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| Adaptation? Who to question for permission | 7/4/2007 |
Q: I have a very detailed script idea for a sort of sequel to Mary Poppins, as in a story featuring the ...
A: Susan, I am not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your questions. I can suggest that you call the ...
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| sitcom | 6/27/2007 |
Q: .i'm in the process of creating a "sitcom"..i guess the best comparison would be Seinfeld..my ...
A: Moayad, Write up a query letter. Send it out to agents and producers. Finish writing the script. ...
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| obtaining rights | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I am a professional singer, songwriter, author (yet to be published, but still an author) and I ...
A: Marney, There is no use writing the play, performing it, and/or videoing taping it, unless you ...
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| legal question in my screenplay | 5/22/2007 |
Q: I am writing a screenplay about a 16 year old girl who runs away from home. I am having trouble ...
A: Darcy, I am not a lawyer, so I'm unable to answer your questions. I can say that if you do enough ...
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| Selling high concept movies ideas | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I am not from the US and have many high concepts ideas for future movies. I am not a screenwriter ...
A: You should do research to find out what companies are looking for the subject matter contained in ...
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| Permissions? | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Vasicek, I am interested in writing a screenplay about a famous person's life/career/successs. ...
A: Victor, Submit a query letter first. Then, submit your script based on who requests it. Use "The ...
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| Permissions? | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Vasicek, I am interested in writing a screenplay about a famous person's life/career/successs. ...
A: Fox, This is little you can do about someone stealing your idea. There is the theory of collective ...
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| Permissions? | 4/12/2007 |
Q: Vasicek, I am interested in writing a screenplay about a famous person's life/career/successs. ...
A: Fox, Call the Writer's Guild of America, West ((323) 951-4000 (800) 548-45320). Ask them for the ...
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| play format | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for a basic, cheap screenplay formatting program. Or maybe a free program I can download ...
A: Jim, If I mention one, and not any others, then I could get myself in trouble. So, if you conduct ...
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| Screenplay Need Financing | 2/7/2007 |
Q: I have written several screenplays and am ready to get investors for the production of my ...
A: Tina, You're creeping out of the area into development with your screenplay. Although my focus is ...
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| production costs | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I also wanted to know how entertainment executives get their jobs? Are these people usually former ...
A: Danielle, Most entertainment executives do work their way up. Producing and/or directing could be ...
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| production costs | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I have a question about production costs. Is it more expensive for television shows to film in Los ...
A: Danielle, It all depends upon the kind of television project one wants to film, and for what ...
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| What to do with money | 1/15/2007 |
Q: Many years ago I found a passion in film and theatre and perfroming arts. Like most others I ...
A: Don, The first step you should take, if you haven't, is make sure you have a working knowledge of ...
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| copyright breach | 1/1/2007 |
Q: I have written a screenplay but I am quite inspired by a song. In fact I have used some of the ...
A: Cagri, I am not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your question. Run a search via the Internet ...
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| new sitcom idea | 12/27/2006 |
Q: Can you help me with a sitcom idea i have. I am totally new at this and have no connections or ...
A: Mario, What do you want to do with your idea? Write a script? Pitch your idea to production ...
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| producers | 12/18/2006 |
Q: I was wondering how do people become television and movie producers? Is the usual path to start out ...
A: Danielle, If you were to interview each person who became a television or movie producer, I would ...
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| marketing a script | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I have a few other questions about the business. When a screenwriter actually sells a script, are ...
A: Danielle, A script is usually optioned/purchased. A contract always accompanies the ...
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| marketing a script | 12/12/2006 |
Q: Do people "shop" around tv pilot scripts for sitcoms and children's cartoons the way they do movie ...
A: Danielle, You are right on. Many times you will be told to submit through your agent. If you ...
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| screen play plot,ideas | 12/10/2006 |
Q: I need help in trying to complete my screen paly I try to write but run short of ideas and loose my ...
A: Maxwell, Go to donvasicek.com. Click on articles. There, you will see a series of articles that ...
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| storyline | 10/22/2006 |
Q: How can I get someone to read my storyline? Why does everyone want money to read a 1 minute ...
A: Dan, I've never heard of anyone wanting to be paid to read a 1-minute storyline, so I can't address ...
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| Multiple locations in Scene Heading | 10/16/2006 |
Q: Don, I have a character that starts on a front porch at night and observes for a few seconds, then ...
A: Chris, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. I've been away shooting a film and ...
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| Production/Promotion | 10/9/2006 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek, good morning. I have a completed screenplay and one in the works. I have had a very ...
A: Good morning, MS. Darracq, Get a copy of "The Hollywood Creative Directory." It contains names, ...
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| 2 format questions | 10/9/2006 |
Q: A few of my scenes take place in an open convertible (car). Do I start those scene headings with ...
A: Autumn, Use INT if the scene takes place "in" the convertible. If the scene takes place outside ...
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| Does school overshadow talent in writing? | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I am an unproduced screenwriter, but I have done some work for small companies. I'm in the process ...
A: Neal, If you are in the trenches in Hollywood, and are good are at networking, it makes little ...
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| Contacting a Director | 9/20/2006 |
Q: Mr. Vasicek, I regularly work as a mechanic but recently decided to start working as a ...
A: Brian, The first step you should take is to complete your script. The second step you should take ...
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| Writing for an established Movie Franchise | 9/4/2006 |
Q: I am an amateur screenwriter and have future plans in developing a film in a previously established ...
A: Eric, Until you're a produced screenwriter and have a reputation, it is wiser to have written your ...
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| Writers Guild and International Copyright | 8/10/2006 |
Q: A friend of mine and I are creating a Television series and were wondering what the process for ...
A: Jeremy, Go to the Library of Congress web site. There you will find instructions on how to get a ...
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| Series Arc | 8/10/2006 |
Q: We are developing a Sitcom and we do not know what the format should be for writing the series arc. ...
A: Manuel, Go to Google and type in television sitcom scripts. There, you should find a host of web ...
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| copyrighting a play | 7/29/2006 |
Q: i have written many plays and would like to get them copyrited and then produced. what needs to be ...
A: Ahsha, Although I'm listed as an expert on plays, I am not. Plays are coupled with screenwriting, ...
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| marketing a screenplay | 7/19/2006 |
Q: as a fellow expert (homebuilding and construction) I feel it is time to try this service myself. I ...
A: Bruce, Those who charge to read your screenplays should be screenplay consultants who are looking ...
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| Preliminary biopic questions | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have been researching a woman for an article I'm writing, and I think that her life would make for ...
A: The questions you ask border on the need for legal expertise. Since I'm not a lawyer, I can only ...
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| Screenwriting Process | 4/28/2006 |
Q: I am currently in the process of completing my first screenplay, I am now getting frustrated because ...
A: Malik, I would suggest that you chalk up the purchase and failed use of the screenplay software to ...
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| Hollywood | 4/13/2006 |
Q: Right, cheers. I get you. Do you live in LA? Would you have worked on any scripts ill know? bearing ...
A: Dan, I live in Colorado. Living in London, you might be aware of one script, possibly not, ...
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| Hollywood | 4/12/2006 |
Q: It has been helpful, thanks very much for your help mate. Just one more thing, there is an option ...
A: Dan, No bother. I'm here to help you out. Happy to do it. I believe that it would be ...
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| Hollywood | 4/11/2006 |
Q: OK Cheers Don, Ill look into that. The only thing is, at the moment, I am currently nearing ...
A: Dan, Stay with your present job. Strive to excel in it . Continue writing and posting your ...
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| Hollywood | 4/10/2006 |
Q: Im 22 years old, and more than interested in becoming a screenwriter. the thought of things I have ...
A: Dan, There is no problem with sending your script from your home. The way you would do this is to ...
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| submitting for production | 4/7/2006 |
Q: I have a complete screenplay, not a treatment, ready to be looked at by potential producers. I have ...
A: Augusto, You should immediately have your screenplay copyrighted (you can do this online on the ...
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| how to write | 4/7/2006 |
Q: please sir i am a nigerian and i think i have some really great story ideas but i dont know how to ...
A: Charles, Go to the Internet and look for screenwriting books. Viki King's "How To Write A Movie In ...
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| Screenwriting software program that creates outlines | 1/31/2006 |
Q: I'm an aspiring writer, and I have intentions of writing short stories, novels, and screenplays. A ...
A: Julian, I apologize for taking so long to answer your question. Links, etc. got mixed up and the ...
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| Ok. I need to write and film... | 12/22/2005 |
Q: Ok. I need to write and film a short film with a relation to africa. I want to make a slightly ...
A: Natasha, The plot should "show" your story with a beginning, a middle, and an end. It should ...
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| Success Rate | 11/16/2005 |
Q: Quick question, how rare is it that an ametuer that has no experience (like myself) actually gets a ...
A: Eddie, Thank you giving me a rating. It is thoughtful and I appreciate it. Like they say in the ...
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| Script | 11/15/2005 |
Q: I'm new here, so I'm still getting used to navigating and where to ask what question. Anyway, my ...
A: Eddie, After you write a script for a film, write a query letter. Joan and Lydia Wilen's book, ...
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| Spacing | 11/2/2005 |
Q: Hey there. I just finished a play, and the people I'm sending it into said the play needs to be ...
A: Nick, Although I'm listed with plays on AllExperts, I have no experience writing plays. Plays are ...
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| edit on script | 9/9/2005 |
Q: it came to my attention that in movie form it really doesnt work that ani has to write everything ...
A: Maggie, Your story might be better served if you write a short story or a novel. Film is a visual ...
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| potential movie script | 9/9/2005 |
Q: ok, so i am writing this for myself as much as for you, this is an excuse to make myself do it. but ...
A: Maggie, While I enjoyed reading your story and found it well-written and compelling, I want to tell ...
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| selling the screenplay | 9/9/2005 |
Q: How do I go about selling my screenplay? Must I have an agent? May I contact the studios directly? ...
A: Victoria, Go to Google. Type in "how do I go about selling my screenplay?" You will receive a ...
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| Writing a movie... | 8/10/2005 |
Q: Hey I was wanting to make a somewhat short movie for the fun and accomplishment of it, I wanted ...
A: Admiral N, It sounds like a story that Hollywood would like. You need to get it in script form. ...
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| Beginning----2 questions. | 7/11/2005 |
Q: 1. Is there ever an oppurtunity to sell an idea and if so how much could I expect to sell it for. ...
A: Randall, 1. In order to sell an idea you will have to contact Hollywood producers and production ...
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| Getting something onto broadway | 6/30/2005 |
Q: I have a goal to get a musical on broadway by the time I'm 25 (I'm sixteen now, and am in the middle ...
A: Drew, Since my specialty is screenwriting, I have little knowledge about how to network with the ...
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| General question about making pitches. | 6/24/2005 |
Q: Basically, I'd like to know any tips you have for pitching screenplays. What should I tell or ...
A: Hunter, Study newspaper, "TV Guide" loglines. Go to Google.com, type in "Screenplays How to ...
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| Reading Groups | 6/20/2005 |
Q: I have just finished a script that I would like to start shopping. Unfortunately I do not know if it ...
A: Mark, Go to Google.com. Type in: Screenwriting, Reading Groups. This should give you resources ...
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| Critiques | 6/2/2005 |
Q: At a local library, I saw a notice posted on their bulletin board giving out a number to call for ...
A: Augusto, I would ask this woman to send me her resume before I met with her, and before I paid her ...
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| properly citing quotations & proverbs | 5/27/2005 |
Q: Vasicek--thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I'm not hell-bent on going to ...
A: I'm not a lawyer, so I'm unable to answer you questions. I can say that, in my own experience, I ...
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| writing plays | 4/29/2005 |
Q: I WROTE THIS PLAY BUT IT WAS NOT THAT PROFESSIONAL, BUT IT HAS GOOD STORY THOUGH. I PLANNIN TO ...
A: Jake, I'm listed as an expert about plays because screenwriting is also listed with writing plays. ...
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| Dialogue | 4/25/2005 |
Q: Perhaps this seems very basic; I am new to this and doing it for fun. Do screenplays contain ...
A: Noelle, Screenplays contain dialogue. You can go to Google.com, type in screenplays. It will give ...
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| What to do now? | 4/9/2005 |
Q: My first screenplay scored in the top 15% in the Nichols contest, and I'm told that's pretty good. ...
A: Amber, Sorry it took so long to respond. There was a glitch and I just found about your question ...
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| How to indicate a scene is B & W? | 4/8/2005 |
Q: I'm sure you have a lot to read so I will get to the point. I am just beginning to try my hand at ...
A: David, Simply indicate when the scene is B & W like this: INT. CHICAGO/BASEMENT - NIGHT Earl ...
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| practical? | 3/29/2005 |
Q: I would just like to know how practical is it really to get into screenwriting? Will I be able to ...
A: Ashley, Thank you for your questions. You are wise by asking questions before acting on your ...
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| Screenwriting books/how to | 3/5/2005 |
Q: Vasicek, I have written several books and have come to the realization that I need to expand my ...
A: Cary, For some 101 tuneup on how to write screenplays, you might want to check out a preview of ...
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| writing partner | 3/4/2005 |
Q: How do i go aboout finding an experienced partner who can transform my ideas to treatment or screen ...
A: Scott, Not to take away from your talent and ability to come up with ideas, but, as for ...
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| act lengths | 2/11/2005 |
Q: But if a page = 1 min of screen time then that is only a 2 hr film,.. am I mistaken?if I'm adapting ...
A: L. J., You are correct. 120 minutes, or two hours, is what the screenwriter needs to think in ...
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| Reading? | 1/28/2005 |
Q: A friend and I have been asked to help an aspiring screenwriter. He is not well-versed in the ...
A: Tom, Besides reading the books I am about to list, he should also study screenplays and movies that ...
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| Dialogue length | 1/4/2005 |
Q: I am writing an action script but find that Act I is basically all dialogue, in order to establish ...
A: Ben, Particularly with action scripts, writers should think in terms of action, not dialogue. ...
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| Is film school legit? | 12/30/2004 |
Q: I'm thinking about going to film school in order to better myself as a screen writer, but is film ...
A: John, Whatever education you acquire, is a step in the right direction. So, attending film school ...
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| Screenplay | 12/22/2004 |
Q: I've been asked to write a screenplay with regard to a fairly good selling novel of 1999. While I've ...
A: Dennis, or should I say, Fellow Expert, Congratulations regarding the screenplay assignment. At ...
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| writing/selling a script | 11/22/2004 |
Q: I have several questions for you about my screenplays. This is my first time ever writing anything I ...
A: Jamie, The limit on screenplay pages is usually between 90 and 120 pages for beginning writers. ...
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| When contacting potential representation | 11/11/2004 |
Q: I am a "yet-to-be discovered" screenwriter who is striving to have a career as a writer/producer. I ...
A: Rico, Agents are only in the position of superiority you mention because of the law of supply and ...
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| Format: Montage | 11/7/2004 |
Q: First, are montages used in regular screenplays or should they just be used in a director's version? ...
A: Curtis, Use of montages by screenwriters in spec scripts can cause these screenwriters to be ...
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| script agencies | 10/22/2004 |
Q: If you need to actually know someone in the buisness to even get a foot in, then what can these ...
A: john ramos, A quick check of SLG Productions (I was unable to find CSS) shows that you have to make ...
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| Screenplay packaging | 10/15/2004 |
Q: Don: My writing partner and I were recently e-mailed by a Randy M. Hirsch (who claims to be a ...
A: Brice, I had a person similar to Mr. Hirsch approach me in a similar way. This occurred 15 years ...
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| Golden Lion | 10/13/2004 |
Q: What is the Golden Lion Award? Do you know?
A: Sorry it took so long for me to answer your question. I've been out of town shooting a film. I ...
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| Scripts | 10/8/2004 |
Q: I have never worked in the film industry so have no knowledge of how it works and what correct ...
A: Paul Reeves, I apologize for not responding sooner. I just received your question this morning. ...
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| Screenplay | 9/27/2004 |
Q: What is need to properly (through registration) protect a synopsis of a screenplay? How long should ...
A: David, I'm not sure how you can protect your synopsis. Call the Writers Guild of America, west ...
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| what my protag does for a living? | 9/21/2004 |
Q: I'm working on a screenplay but I'm having trouble with the protagonist's charactization. He works ...
A: Daniel Ho, I just returned from shooting some footage for my latest film. Your e-mail came while I ...
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| Reaserch | 9/7/2004 |
Q: Respected Sir I am going to write a science fiction / fantasy story about a man who can ...
A: Anil, Type "Science" in the Google box and see where that leads you. Also try, "change of physical ...
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| Libel Laws | 8/26/2004 |
Q: I have a legal question I hope you can answer. Do I need permission to use a character that is based ...
A: Rachel, I'm not a lawyer, so I am unable to answer your question. I'm sorry. Check with Lawyers ...
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| 4th v 5th draft - should we take a step back? | 8/23/2004 |
Q: Unfortunately I have no way of paying you at the moment as I am currently working my way through ...
A: Darrell, I'm pretty well tied up with a film project. I have deadlines and simply don't have the ...
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| screen adapation | 8/19/2004 |
Q: I've written a novel that is being published this winter and I am preparing to write the screenplay ...
A: Michele, Congratulations for the upcoming publication of your novel. Can you tell me the title so ...
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| basic things | 8/11/2004 |
Q: FOR A SCREENPLAY: 1. what is INTERCUT? 2. what is CLOSE UP and CLOSE ON? 3. explain the position of ...
A: Maria, Purchase the Cole/Haig book, "Standard Script Formats: Part 1 (Screenplays). It has been ...
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| a Character's thoughts | 8/10/2004 |
Q: When a character is thinking something intended for the audience to hear, is this indicated by using ...
A: Darrell, Use V.O. of character's voice: INT. WHITE HOUSE - DAY President Bush does wheelies on a ...
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| Filling it in | 7/29/2004 |
Q: I am writing a screenplay and I've run into a bit of a problem, after 27 pages I'm almost done. Just ...
A: I apologize for taking so long to answer your questions. I just returned from filming. Without ...
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| Montage format | 7/29/2004 |
Q: In a script I'm writing, I have a montage scene where someone is watching hours of a particular ...
A: Matthew Pella, Use an establishing shot slug line like: INT. JOHN KERRY'S HOUSE - DAY President ...
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| three acts structure in screenplays | 7/26/2004 |
Q: Is it necessary to have your screenplay broken into the three act structure? I'm not sure where one ...
A: Darrell, If you want to write screenplays that sell and get produced, you are going to have to ...
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| writing scripts | 7/23/2004 |
Q: can you recomend any action thriller movie screenplays and where should i download them from. ...
A: Scott Williams, Go to Google.com. Type in action thriller movie screenplays, and click on go or ...
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| writing scripts | 7/22/2004 |
Q: do you have any tips on writing action thriller movie scripts
A: Scott Williams, Study action thriller movies. Outline them, scene-by-scene. Download action ...
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| Follow Up to LA 4 Screenwriting career - Situation same 4 Training? | 7/13/2004 |
Q: Don, Thank you so much for your answer to my previous question RE: Building a screen-writing ...
A: On Wednesday, July 14, 2004, at 09:28 AM, <donotreply@allexperts.com> wrote:Don, Thank you so much ...
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| Think Hollywood = Live Hollywood, given the chance? | 7/8/2004 |
Q: First of all may I say that I am unsure as to whether I am violating some rule of etiquette in this ...
A: If you want to be successful as a screenwriter, then truck to LA, and stay there, until you're ...
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| how do i go about wrting a movie? | 6/30/2004 |
Q: i want ot write a romantic movie. how do i go about it? i wnat to know how to write the movie in the ...
A: Tobenna, There are a multitude of ways you can write a movie. I'd suggest you start out with my ...
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| Flashbacks | 6/16/2004 |
Q: When writing a "flashback" of a characters life into your screenplay,how is this formatted? Does it ...
A: Darrell, INT. SAND CREEK MASSACRE SITE - DAY XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FLASHBACK ...
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| $$ | 6/4/2004 |
Q: Hey; I am almost done with my first script and I want to sell it. It is an adapted romantic comedy. ...
A: Check with the Writer's Guild of America. They will be very helpful to you. Don Vasicek "How To ...
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| Screenplays.. | 6/4/2004 |
Q: there. I have been reading a lot lately about screenplays for both TV and movies. I was wondering if ...
A: Go to Google.com. Type in screenplay samples for screenplays. For television scripts, type in, ...
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| looking to find out | 5/26/2004 |
Q: I am getting ready to rewrite a play I haven't writen since high school, now I am ...
A: Bear in mind, I'm not a lawyer. You should check with one if you have doubts. There is a web site, ...
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| new screenwriter | 5/23/2004 |
Q: i dont know where to start and i really feel like i am ready to start screenwriting. Do you have ...
A: I'm not sure I understand it. Are you looking for something about which to write, or how to start? ...
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| CAPS | 4/24/2004 |
Q: Should I use CAPS in my screenplay? I've heard that CAPS shouldn't be used in specs.
A: Think in terms of having a pile of screenplays to read by Monday morning. What kind of screenplays ...
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| essay | 4/17/2004 |
Q: i need a little help on an essay i have to write for a competiton. it is called *children--the ...
A: Emma, Any kind of writing you do, should tell a story. It should have a beginning, a middle and an ...
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| Visual writing problem | 4/15/2004 |
Q: Vasicek, Sir, I need help. -am having a tough time getting the ACTION and IMAGES on the page. I ...
A: Doug Aarne, There should be a beginning, a middle and an ending when writing description. It ...
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| Starting a Screenplay | 4/12/2004 |
Q: Vasicek. My name is Tylor Anderson, and I've got a problem about writing screenplays. I'm a very ...
A: Tylor, To write a screenplay like Tarantino or Avary, simply study their screenplays. Outline ...
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| Adapting | 4/12/2004 |
Q: -Hello Don, Thank you for your reply. By all means I understand the respect issue of ...
A: Rico, What you might want to do is find an agent, a publicist, or marketing person who can help you ...
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| page length | 4/7/2004 |
Q: When submitting a script to someone, is it in my best interests to make sure it's exactly 120 pages, ...
A: Matthew Pella, The length of a spec screenplay should always range from about 100 pages to 120 ...
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| Drafts and Price | 4/1/2004 |
Q: I want to know how many drafts do you have to write for a script before it is actually 'brought to ...
A: Assma, One of my screenplays was brought to life after three drafts. Another took fifteen drafts. ...
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| Legalities | 3/22/2004 |
Q: I would like to create a screenplay from a novel which was written over forty years ago (by someone ...
A: Narth, I'm not a lawyer, so legally, I am unable to advise you. Check Volunteer Lawyers for the ...
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| screenwriting format | 3/9/2004 |
Q: What sound effects should I capitalize? If someone CLAPS LOUDLY or LAUGHS, do I capitalize them or ...
A: Matthew, If you're writing a new screenplay, you might want to ignore the utilization of sound ...
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| script | 2/25/2004 |
Q: How would i start writing a script.I have a great idea but i just need it on paper.Can you help me.
A: Tyson, Go to Google.com. Type in the search box that you need help to learn how to write a ...
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| Creative license | 2/20/2004 |
Q: Don, I am writing a historical drama. The two main characters are fictional, but connected in a ...
A: Mark, Your story and passion for it sound compelling. The advice you are asking for should come ...
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| Mentor Question | 2/14/2004 |
Q: I have two questions: 1. Can you recommend a good online scriptwriting class? 2. I am adapting a ...
A: Mary, For online screenwriting classes, go to Screenwriters Utopia. Contact Chris Wehner, the ...
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| help | 2/2/2004 |
Q: There has to be something you can tell me to help. I have a major problem, My wife is pregnant, and ...
A: west, First thing you should do is get a job so that you can take care of your wife and the baby. ...
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| I would like to use a story in my script but... | 6/25/2003 |
Q: I have a screenplay I am working on and I would like to have a performance of "Cinderella" take ...
A: Shaun Paikai, I'm not an attorney, but what I would do if I were in your position, I would first ...
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