A week or so a go, someone posted the question regarding the difficulties of getting their scripts read by producers whereupon I volunteered to read some of your scripts – I naively assumed that would be a good thing. Boy, was I wrong! So I'll try a different tact. I'll still try to help but I'll tr...
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and... Clarity untwists knickers – always. (Just as important) ;-)
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Somehow I missed the first 'post' which contained the lesson that is being discussed. That's what's funny about this post. All that I've seen was Dan's 'critique', which I didn't think was abusive in...
Expand commentSomehow I missed the first 'post' which contained the lesson that is being discussed. That's what's funny about this post. All that I've seen was Dan's 'critique', which I didn't think was abusive in any way. It'was a very easy going analysis of Doug's lesson. which whether it had a few 'flaws' or not was apparently irrelevant to what he was trying to say. Just goes to show that you can't ever assume anything. The brilliance of the post is that this could go on forever with everyone trying to figure out what it is we're talking about. I can see a thousand comments. Hope I didn't jinx it.
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Dan, I'm glad that you're willing to agree with Beth – my intentions were nothing but good but I doubt that an educational discussion can be established at this point, so maybe I'll start another thre...
Expand commentDan, I'm glad that you're willing to agree with Beth – my intentions were nothing but good but I doubt that an educational discussion can be established at this point, so maybe I'll start another thread. I must say that every screenwriter needs to understand that conflict is what makes it (anything) interesting and we've certainly made it interesting with over 135 comments in four days – good for the forum. The that the use of wrylies has a long history in screenwriting and are presently used more often in television scripting, their extensive use in FL film has diminished but hey are often utilized in short scripts as a means of reducing the volume of action text. They must be used sparingly. As I sit here in my studio, I count eleven binders on a shelf; each contains a script that has won, placed or at least been a finalist in one contest or another and I have two more “in progress”. I love screenwriting and will continue until I die. I can't seem to quash my desire to help new screenwriters any way I can- it what keep me young. No heartache Dan, just a good laugh.
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Yes Dan, we follow different pathways. Believe me when I say that it's nothing personal – ever. But you have to admit that a little conflict is great for stimulating interest (every story-teller knows you need a little conflict). Look at the responses to this thread.
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Doug, after reading your posts I've completed a 5pg short. Would you be willing to look it over?