What is the biggest problem for screenwriters these days? Getting their scripts read by actual decision makers. There is a legion of books, articles, seminars...
If someone was to write a "I Love Lucy", "Betty Boop", or something similar, could they be sued? I have a great idea for a screenplay, but having that fear is...
I am a screenwriter with a manager in Los Angeles and have written a few screenplays, one of which is on the road to being produced. I'm looking to turn...
i'm no lawyer, but i don't know if you can be sued until you actually sell it. you can always try to get the rights to whatever it is you want to write. you...
Cindy, I'm also wondering if production houses would want to touch something that has the POTENTIAL of becoming a legal mess even if you have cleared it with...
If it is a question of using a title, I seem to have read somewhere that you can't copyright titles. So you should be okay. But I'm no lawyer. Why don't you...
Writemovies.com proudly announces direct access to major Hollywood producers: What is the biggest problem for screenwriters? Getting their scripts read by...
Well, I decided to give that screenplay up. I didn't say what topic it was actually about because I wanted to keep it quiet. I truely thought I had a good...
I hope to see more people sharing about screenplays they're working on--in a supportive way--good luck on your next idea! ... From: cindy1keller To:...
... out ... has been ... The ... some new ... I wouldn't completely give up on that idea, Cindy. Just find little ways in which you can take "Stooge" humor and...
... out ... has been ... The ... some new ... I wouldn't completely give up on that idea, Cindy. Just find little ways in which you can take "Stooge" humor and...
Hi, I entered the script contest at WriteMovies.com (the one with the November 2003 deadline) and I've misplaced the details of when the semi-finalists, ...
Hi Keith, The rounds for the WriteMovies November 2003 contest are as follows. Semi-Finalists: January 21, 2004 Finalists: February 27, 2004 Winners Announced:...
Thanks for the info, Zack. ... From: Zack To: WriteMovies@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 10:56 AM Subject: [WriteMovies] Re: Contest Hi...
Hello everyone, just joined the group. I am a producer based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. I am still a novice in the industry, however I have some...
Hi (I dunno your name?) My name is Naila n I'm new in this gruop and i'm a new screenwriter too.I'm from Brazil n I have a bookstore from RPG,Cartoons n...
Greetings everyone. I need some help. I'm thinking of using the following quote in my next novel, which St. Martin's Press will publish in Fall 2004, but I ...
Suggest you log onto www.Bartleby.com and search their books of quotations available on-line ... From: jbautog@... To: undisclosed-recipients: Sent:...
Hi.. i am zakaria.. i 'm from moroco..&i'm musicien(autor-singer-compositor) & happy 2 know you.. i'm also looking for oportonity 2 start in moovies.. & i'am...
From time to time we get a really strong voice coming to the forefront that we feel the need to nurture. Victor Infante has been a good friend for a long time...
Dear Zack: I totally, wholeheartedly disagree with Mr. Infante's advice. Regardless of what state you may be in, saying "I'm a writer" is a statement of...
A world without plumbing! Sounds like my apartment half the time. Here in Hong Kong, the monkeys have come down from the hills and begun to invade the streets...
Now here's a writer who's brief and to the point! Welcome! ... From: Shelly To: WriteMovies@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2004 9:02 AM Subject:...
... Wonderful article. Thank you for this. I, too, disagree with the I'm a failing writer mantra. Talk about thinking in negatives... No thanks. Even if I...
... topic ... Alex, That is some good advise. So far I have written two horror screenplays, but I really want to write a comedy. I think I can make people...
Hi Zack, I love this article. It's great because it's so true. I don't think any of us can avoid getting disappointed at times or feeling like a failure...