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Are Screenwriters Becoming Obsolete?

Posted by GotScreenplay on July 11th, 2015

In a recent editorial, Peter Bart, EVP and Editorial Director for Variety, postulated that writers are becoming obsolete. Just take a look at the credits from most of the new movies made these days, and you will likely find the credits for direct or producer to be that same as the screenwriter. That is not […]

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Common Format Mistakes- Scene Slugs

Posted by GotScreenplay on April 9th, 2015

The fastest way to prevent interest in your screenplay is to use incorrect formatting. Given the simplicity and nearly flawless execution of modern screenwriting software, failure to adhere to the formatting norms is a fast track to the round file.

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NEWS and ARTICLES

Posted by GotScreenplay on June 30th, 2013
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Storylines Are Everywhere

Posted by GotScreenplay on June 17th, 2013

Stories abound around us everywhere – in the news, on YouTube, TV and reality shows. It’s said that there are no new stories and as writers, it’s up to us to…

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Don’t Give Up

Posted by GotScreenplay on May 22nd, 2013

Remember that screenwriting is a marathon, not a sprint. Are you willing and able to go the distance? I’ve won one contest for my thriller, “Delusional” but have not had a film produced yet. But I continue to write and network every day. My time is…

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Woolly Writing

Posted by GotScreenplay on May 17th, 2013

As much as possible, screen writing is best kept clean, clear and simple. If the story line is convoluted, labyrinthine, moves across time zones, or periods in time, has many layers of plot that weave in and out…

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Rising Star Interview

Posted by GotScreenplay on February 27th, 2013

Mildred (Squeaky) Moore on the Fast track in the entertainment industry Strong*Confident*Enlightening These are words that come to mind…

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Fields of Dreams

Posted by GotScreenplay on December 14th, 2012

It’s a proven fact, thousands of people flock to Los Angeles and New York yearly in hopes of becoming a star. Unfortunately, that dream can become quickly shattered once the reality of non-instantaneous success sinks in. To help combat this reality, I have compiled a small listing of jobs within the industry…

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ASA INSIDERS NEWS

Posted by GotScreenplay on December 8th, 2012

BACK TO ASA INSIDERS HOME ASA INSIDERS NEWS BOARDEvents, news, and more. Know of an upcoming event? Let us know and we’ll post it here. EVENTS: MORE TO COME…

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Your Writing Career: Are You Serious?

Posted by GotScreenplay on September 4th, 2012

Your writing career, are you as serious as you pretend? As a youth I was raised to believe no one owes you anything. Therefore, I tend to look at situations in an objective view, instead of dealing mostly on feelings. Over the past few weeks I have been reading various comments, postings, etc. and I […]

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