While we as writers have a specific vision for an idea, we must often adapt it to the will of others -- if we want to get the movie made! How do we balance these outside influences? Where's the line? Screenwriters and directors alike, check out my article in Save The Cat!'s blog: http://www.savethecat.com/todays-blog/how-to-please-others-but-still-be-...
Screenwriting : How to Please Others But Still Be True to Your Work by William Dickerson
How to Please Others But Still Be True to Your Work
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If you're being paid to write someone else's project, there is no line. If you're being paid to write your project but you get notes that affect it deeply then pick you'd battles & come up with alternative ways to address the notes. Look for the note behind the note and try to address's that.
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A wise screenwriter once said to me, "screenwriting is an art, but it's a patronage art."