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Basics of Screenwriting
Discuss and ask questions about format, dialogue, sluglines, transitions, etc. related to script writing.
Topics: 1,850
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Frequently Asked Writing Questions
Archive of commonly asked questions and answers regarding screenwriting.
Topics: 61
Posts: 1,278
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Intermediate & Advanced Screenwriting
Discuss structure, character development, themes, pace, dialogue, and more related to the craft of writing scripts.
Topics: 4,810
Posts: 105,720
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Loglines and Query Letters
Receive suggestions & feedback on loglines and letters you are working on.
Topics: 2,429
Posts: 51,701
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Script Pages Feedback
Receive suggestions & feedback on your script pages from aspiring writers to industry pros.
Topics: 3,539
Posts: 44,288
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Script Pages Feedback - Advanced
Receive candid feedback on your writing from Mazin, Lowell, Haas, BDZ & TK.
Topics: 253
Posts: 1,165
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Story & Title Development
Receive suggestions & feedback on developing your story and titles for your script.
Topics: 801
Posts: 12,793
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Writing Exercises
Use to hone your writing skills.
Topics: 456
Posts: 13,182
Last Post:
Edge of Tomato writing contest
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Writing for TV
Discuss the craft of writing for television including: scripts, pilots, shows, bibles, formats, etc.
Topics: 1,110
Posts: 7,347
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Episodic series script
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Writing Video Games
Discuss writing for video games and what goes into the scripts.
Topics: 13
Posts: 54
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Writers for Video Games?
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Agents, Lawyers & Managers
Discuss relationships with agents, lawyers & managers as well as swap information on experiences, background, and advice in working with them.
Topics: 4,318
Posts: 46,829
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Business Questions and Advice
Ask and answer specific questions about the business of writing for film and TV, meetings, interviews and contracts & agreements.
Topics: 4,567
Posts: 67,018
Last Post:
100 Days Strike
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Frequently Asked Questions
Archive of commonly asked questions and answers regarding the business of screenwriting.
Topics: 86
Posts: 1,142
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Script Deals
Discuss the various scripts, books, short stories, articles, pitches and treatments set up and sold for features and TV shows.
Topics: 1,011
Posts: 11,467
Last Post:
Juror #2
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TV
Discuss working as a TV writer, being a writers' assistant, the writers' room, staffing, showrunners, pitching, presentations and more.
Topics: 201
Posts: 2,067
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TV western Remakes????
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Announcements, News, & Opportunities
Post want ads, info on events, classes, lectures, contests, projects available, updates, offer services, news, film festivals, personal accomplishments or endeavors, etc. related to script writing.
Topics: 1,773
Posts: 6,387
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Articles, Books, Blogs, Magazines, Social Media, Videos & Podcasts
Discuss various film & TV script writing related articles, books, magazines, social media, videos and podcasts you like.
Topics: 1,276
Posts: 13,083
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Classes, Contests, Conferences, Festivals, Groups, Panels & Seminars
Discuss & ask questions about various screenwriting classes, contests, fellowships, conferences, festivals, groups, and panels & seminars that you have entered, attended or are interested in knowing more about. Share advice, successes, and problems.
Topics: 2,436
Posts: 39,016
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Research and Resources
Discuss and exchange info on helpful resources & sites for researching topics you are writing about in your scripts.
Topics: 1,547
Posts: 13,892
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Netflix Spycraft Series
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Sites, Services, Software, & Supplies
Discuss and/or review websites, services, script readers, software, apps, technical issues, computers and supplies you use all related to script writing.
Topics: 2,397
Posts: 30,783
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Films
Discuss films you have seen at the theaters, on TV, streaming or on home video.
Topics: 7,381
Posts: 131,365
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Sisu
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Television
Discuss TV series, TV movies, limited series and miniseries on broadcast, cable, streaming and DVD.
Topics: 2,942
Posts: 44,316
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The Last of Us
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Writers & Scripts
Discuss script writers and film & TV scripts.
Topics: 1,788
Posts: 20,656
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2022 Blacklist scripts
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Articles & Blog Posts
Collection of posts from other script writing sites.
Topics: 1,120
Posts: 1,125
Last Post:
Sidecast: What’s in the Deal
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John, Drew and Megana read through the details of the WGA’s Tentative Agreement to see what was initially proposed and what was ultimately won. Links: WGA Tentative Agreement Summary 2023 MBA Tentative Agreement Megana Rao on Twitter John on Twitter, Instagram and Mastodon Scriptnotes is produced...Yesterday, 07:50 PM
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John and Greta Gerwig (Barbie, Little Women and Lady Bird) discuss adaptation, ambition and authorship. With the screenplay in front of them, they look at specific scenes in Little Women and explore how its non-linear timeline changed how the movie works. We also answer listener questions on writing...Yesterday, 07:24 AM
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Hello Done Deal Community,
In 2009 I sold a screenplay to a small LA based company. Less than six months after they bought the screenplay, the company disbanded. The producer told me it would be in turnaround with a new company. Disappointed, I forgot about it and moved on with my life....09-25-2023, 02:44 PM -
After 146 days on the picket line, the WGA has reached a tentative deal with the AMPTP. John walks through the very exciting email that was sent out to members, outlining what it means, what happens next, and reflects on how far we’ve come. Links: Summary of Negotiations: WGA proposals and AMPTP responses...09-24-2023, 08:35 PM
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John, Drew and Megana read through the details of the WGA’s Tentative Agreement to see what was initially proposed and what was ultimately won. Links: WGA Tentative Agreement Summary 2023 MBA Tentative Agreement Megana Rao on Twitter John on Twitter, Instagram and Mastodon Scriptnotes is produced...Yesterday, 07:50 PM
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I knew this would be a long one. But it feels like they won't even try to resolve it until 90% of current writers and actors are broke/give up/change careers so then they can pay even less.
As someone trying to break in for about 20 years now -- I've felt the system has been broken since...08-09-2023, 06:59 AM -
Hello Done Deal Community,
In 2009 I sold a screenplay to a small LA based company. Less than six months after they bought the screenplay, the company disbanded. The producer told me it would be in turnaround with a new company. Disappointed, I forgot about it and moved on with my life....09-25-2023, 02:44 PM -
John and Greta Gerwig (Barbie, Little Women and Lady Bird) discuss adaptation, ambition and authorship. With the screenplay in front of them, they look at specific scenes in Little Women and explore how its non-linear timeline changed how the movie works. We also answer listener questions on writing...Yesterday, 07:24 AM