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Jack Brislee reviews “Writing the Action-Adventure Film: The Moment of Truth” by Neill D. Hicks Michael Wiese Productions. Studio City, California. 2002. 181 pages. ISBN 0-941188-39-6, Price: US $15 NOT EASY OR PAIN-FREE This is a screenwriting book with a refreshing opening paragraph. “There are no magical formulas in this book. Even a 19th century … Read more
With four leading best picture contenders ineligible for the WGA award, some say the award has taken a serious knock in predicting the outcome of the Oscars. We’d like to see which nominee you expect to have the best chance of an Oscar win. Cast your vote in our first poll of the year! ____________________________________________ … Read more
Even before AVATAR’s release, parallels with other films emerged. Cameron has admitted a similarity with DANCES WITH WOLVES and a certain Matt Bateman ticked the boxes convincingly for POCAHONTAS. The web is rife with comparisons. Here are six: DANCES WITH WOLVES Yes, exactly, it is very much like [Dances With Wolves]. You see the same … Read more
:: Idea to script. Five simple rules… Really? :: “Ass in chair.” “Have no fear.” Myers’ mantras. :: Emily Blake and a conversation about story. :: So many story patterns – making it your own. :: How in the world do I write a musical? :: Style your story: starting your scene at the end. … Read more
Almost all writers are familiar with the use of dramatic tension. A character wants something and is having trouble getting it. This is the primary means of enthralling an audience in a feature screenplay. We are urged ceaselessly to develop characters with a strong drive. Characters that have a lot at stake, and a formidable opponent … Read more