How does one find work as a script reader in Hollywood? What are other bottom-rung industry jobs for writers? [more inside]
posted on Jul 8, 2008 - 7 answers

About how much can a writer expect to make for an adult screenplay? $400? Less? More? Anyone?
posted on May 5, 2008 - 9 answers

Is the screenplay for Diablo Cody's "Juno" online anywhere (other than the official Fox Searchlight site)? [more inside]
posted on Mar 5, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm on a writing binge! What are the best upcoming teleplay and screenplay contests?
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 3 answers

Can anyone point me toward the original script for Apocalypse Now? I've found transcripts of the movie online, but I'm looking for the original screenplay without Brando's wacked-out improv.
posted on Feb 9, 2008 - 4 answers

What popular movies were conceived of and/or written by the screenwriter when he or she were still in high school? [more inside]
posted on Jan 14, 2008 - 17 answers

Help me write a great treatment. [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 4 answers

I'm looking for films where the climax of the story takes place during a live, on-camera television interview. The only one I can think of which comes close is "The Insider." Please help! [more inside]
posted on Nov 8, 2007 - 49 answers

Is there a site for people to post their screenplays and other people can comment on them? [more inside]
posted on Feb 3, 2007 - 6 answers

Script format for :30 commercials?I've been asked by a local company to write scripts based upon concepts I've given them for :30 commercial spots to air on local cable. I know it's not a big deal, but since I'm anal about proper format in general, I was wondering what the proper formatting is for this kind of script. Plus I'm simply curious. [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2007 - 7 answers

Arthur Miller's "The Hook" [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2006 - 6 answers

I'm finishing up a first draft of a screenplay adaptation of a novel. I've contacted the company who owns the rights to the novel and they told me to send a proposal for an option to the film rights. Has anyone ever had any experience with obtaining options to film rights? [more inside]
posted on Jun 7, 2006 - 5 answers

Can someone point me towards an online version of the screenplay or at least a transcript of Burton's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Thanksverymuch.
posted on May 16, 2006 - 2 answers

How can thieves profit from stolen masterpieces by using them as "collateral" for drug trafficking? How might they use the stolen works for money laundering? [more inside]
posted on May 5, 2006 - 7 answers

Is there a script or a screenplay for Election that isn't the Third Draft that is floating around? It could be free or for purchase -- anything that is correct. Something official would be best, but even a finalized version would be workable. [more inside]
posted on Oct 30, 2005 - 5 answers

I'm writing a screenplay -- like an action/thriller type deal. Anyhow, like every other film and TV show, it's based in New York City. What I need from you guys is a few ideas about where to set a chase scene. Some place that sounds good on paper and looks good on the screen -- and hopefully some where that hasn't been used before in a movie, or at least not a well known one.
posted on May 24, 2005 - 37 answers

Do any of you have any advice for buying screenwriting software? I am looking for something fairly cheap, but want to hear about your experiences with the different software products available. Are there any that just suck? Are there any quality WORD add-on programs you've had success with?
posted on Feb 18, 2005 - 23 answers

I've written a feature length screenplay. I showed it to a friend who's an editor at a publishing company in the UK. He suggested I consider doing the script as a graphic novel. Is there a resource on the web for writer's and artists to connect? Also, is there a guide to transform my movie from screenplay format to comic book format?
posted on Jan 24, 2005 - 9 answers

For unknown or novice screenplay writers, which is the best tack in trying to pitch an idea for the first time? Should a tv pilot, for example, be submitted as a simple logline and treatment, or should a cover letter, story-bible, script and character synopsis also be provided?
posted on May 20, 2004 - 10 answers