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Producers Panel 2/16/13

  Moderator Bill Lundy interviewed producers Kelly Pancho and Alex Hyde-White at TDJ Studios on February 6, 2013, discussing current trends in the industry, their own interests and their pet peeves.  In addition, they offered hints to writers which might help them get their material read and considered by producers.             Prior to moving into […]

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Cracking Scene Story Structure – by Archie Archambo

  Eric Edson, a professor at Cal State Northridge for the last 13 years, has written 17 feature screenplays on assignment, and is the author of the new book “The Story Solution – 23 actions all great heroes must take.” At CBS studios on Feb. 16, 2013, Eric shared his experiences and highlighted the tools […]

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All About Pitch Festivals

  Article by Steve Kaire: Pitch festivals have gained popularity in attracting screenwriters in to one tent in order to pitch their material. I would recommend writers participate in pitch festivals only when they have at least two completed screenplays to pitch.  The reason to wait until you have at least two scripts is because […]

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Understanding Drama

  Article by Steve Kaire: Of all the genres, drama has the most emotional impact on screen. Think about it. Virtually every memorable film is a drama. Examine the American Film Institute’s “100 Best Films of All Time” and at least ninety percent of them are in the drama category. So why are dramas so […]

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