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Basics of Screenwriting
Discuss and ask questions about format, dialogue, sluglines, transitions, etc. related to script writing.
Topics: 1,830
Posts: 23,375
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Real place names or make up?
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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: 4,765
Posts: 104,980
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Loglines and Query Letters
Receive suggestions & feedback on loglines and letters you are working on.
Topics: 2,395
Posts: 50,500
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Script Pages Feedback
Receive suggestions & feedback on your script pages from aspiring writers to industry pros.
Topics: 3,528
Posts: 44,159
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Script Pages Feedback - Advanced
Receive candid feedback on your writing from Mazin, Lowell, Haas, BDZ & TK.
Topics: 252
Posts: 1,163
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Story & Title Development
Receive suggestions & feedback on developing your story and titles for your script.
Topics: 780
Posts: 12,459
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Writing Exercises
Use to hone your writing skills.
Topics: 429
Posts: 12,452
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DDP Logline Throwdown IV - Mix & Match
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Writing for TV
Discuss the craft of writing for television including: scripts, pilots, shows, bibles, formats, etc.
Topics: 1,102
Posts: 7,326
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Should I write Pilot Episode
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Writing Video Games
Discuss writing for video games and what goes into the scripts.
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Posts: 52
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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: 4,284
Posts: 45,878
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Questions about finding the correct managers
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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: 4,519
Posts: 66,165
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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: 1,010
Posts: 11,469
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Congrats Malcolm! Captain America 4
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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: 197
Posts: 2,009
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Structure of TV pitch
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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: 1,707
Posts: 6,192
Last Post:
R.I.P. Norm MacDonald
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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: 1,262
Posts: 13,108
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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: 2,419
Posts: 38,649
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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: 1,543
Posts: 13,858
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1940's Hollywood: or Help Me! I'm Lazy
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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: 2,352
Posts: 30,371
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Stage 32, etc.
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Films
Discuss films you have seen at the theaters, on TV, streaming or on home video.
Topics: 7,320
Posts: 130,724
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Roger's Notes About Older Films
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Television
Discuss TV series, TV movies, limited series and miniseries on broadcast, cable, streaming and DVD.
Topics: 2,921
Posts: 44,220
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The Chair (Netflix)
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Writers & Scripts
Discuss script writers and film & TV scripts.
Topics: 1,781
Posts: 20,631
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2020 Original Blacklist Scripts
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Articles & Blog Posts
Collection of posts from other script writing sites.
Topics: 634
Posts: 639
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EP243: The art of “Warm Up.”
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A key element in a sitcom’s success that’s shot in front of an audience is the Warm Up person. This week and next Ken talks to Bob Perlow who for 37 years was the gold standard. From THE TONIGHT SHOW to FRIENDS, CHEERS, GOLDEN GIRLS, NEWHART, TAXI, and tons of other, Bob elevated this unique position...Yesterday, 08:10 PM
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The original post for this episode can be found here. John August: Hello and welcome. My name is John August and this is Episode 517 of Scriptnotes, a podcast about screenwriting and things that are interesting to screenwriters. Today’s episode is a clip show. Now, for most of this program’s ten...Yesterday, 05:04 PM
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The original post for this episode can be found here. John August: Hello and welcome. My name is John August. Ashley Nicole Black: I’m Craig Mazin. John: And this is Episode 515 of Scriptnotes, a podcast about screenwriting and things that are interesting to screenwriters. Craig often does silly voices,...Yesterday, 04:10 PM
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I get asked a lot about what I think of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING. It stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez and is currently running on Hulu.
The short answer is I like it. It’s pleasant. It’s a nice diversion. It’s well-mounted. Looks great. Love the...Yesterday, 05:06 AM
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There has been zero action in this forum for two weeks so may as well throw something out there. What is advanced screenwriting? What topics and techniques are considered advanced, in your opinion?09-20-2021, 07:06 AM
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Let's try something a little different to warm up those writing muscles and get ready for the Halloween contest in October!
What, When, and How
1. Fashion a logline by selecting one prompt for each of the three story elements (Genre, Location, Central object) from the list below....09-11-2021, 05:39 AM -
It's worth a gander.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoM-tQOOcPw
This might be a cure for writer's block. Create your prompt and hit it....09-11-2021, 12:10 PM -
I found a real life story I absolutely love and want to write, but according to IMDb Pro there is one film and one TV series in development based on the same IP. Both have named attachments, but trade announcements are five (film) and almost 10 (series) years old, with no news since.
Should...09-13-2021, 08:33 PM