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Master Shots Vol 3 - Softcover Edition |
"A highly visual exploration of the best shots, moves, and set-ups in the industry. This book reveals the secrets behind each shot's success, so it can be adapted to the director's individual scenes. Master Shots gives you everything you need to execute complex, original shots on any movie budget. It will teach you a way of seeing, so you ™ll be able to create knock-out shots, even when you ™re on the set and under pressure. Most low-budget movies look low-budget, because the director is forced to compromise. By using powerful master shots and well-executed moves, you can develop a strong style and stand out from the crowd. Use the secrets of the master directors to give your film the look and feel of a multi-million-dollar movie. The set-ups, moves and methods of the greats are there for the taking. Now start shooting!"
Price: 26.95
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The Hidden Tools Of Comedy - Softcover Edition |
"While other books give you tips on how to write funny, this book offers a paradigm shift in understanding the mechanics and art of comedy, and the proven, practical tools that help writers translate that understanding into successful, commercial scripts. The Hidden Tools of Comedy unlocks the unique secrets and techniques of writing comedy. Kaplan deconstructs sequences in popular films and TV that work and don't work, and explains what tools were used (or should have been used)."
Price: 26.95
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Story Mapping The Summer Blockbuster! - Ondemand Edition |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR Every major movie studio bets it all on their �franchise films, � the big-budget popcorn movies that spawn monster box-office, numerous sequels, and merchandising bonanzas. Each summer sees a spate of contenders battle for the top spot on the box-office charts, and this season is no exception. This webinar will focus on the storytelling methods employed by the biggest summer blockbusters. Learn the structural secrets of several recent franchises like The Avengers, Iron Man, Star Trek, The Hunger Games, The Dark Knight and The Hobbit; how they employ conventional structure and how they break the rules. Story Analyst Daniel Calvisi will introduce you to the story structure and principles used in most commercial movies, including most of the summer blockbusters that you have seen and will see this season. The Story Map breaks down a movie into its clear, concise dramatic elements and plot points, with exclusive, detailed specifications to help you employ the same t"
Price: 79.99
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Cut To The Chase - Softcover Edition |
"Accomplished writers from the renowned UCLA Extension Writers' Program provide an invaluable how-to book for aspiring feature film writers. Millions of people dream of writing a screenplay but don't know how to begin, or are already working on a script but are stuck and need some targeted advice. Or maybe they have a great script, but no clue about how to navigate the choppy waters of show business. Enter Cut to the Chase, written by professional writers who teach in UCLA Extension Writers' Program, whose alumni's many credits include Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl; Twilight; and the Academy Award nominated Letters from Iwo Jima. From learning how to identify story ideas that make a good movie to opening career doors and keeping them open, this authoritative, comprehensive, and entertaining book, edited by Writers' Program Director Linda Venis, will be the film-writing bible for decades to come."
Price: 18
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Your First Novel - Ebook Edition (Pdf) |
"Novelist Laura Whitcomb and seasoned literary agent Ann Rittenberg team up to provide you with the skills you need to write your dream novel and the savvy busienss know-how to get it published. In this all-in-one resource, you'll discover essential novel-writing techniques, such as: How to best structure your research so that you can save time later How to card your story before you start writing What to consider when developing your cast of characters How to adapt classic story structures to fit your own ideas ...and insider information on what it takes to get published, including: What agents do at those three-hour power lunches-and how it affects you What makes an agent instantly reject a manuscript How to correctly translate submission guidelines What happens if you get multiple offers-or no offers at all Plus, learn about the publishing process from the firsthand accounts of such noted authors as Dennis Lehane, Kathryn Harrison, Jim Fusill, Kathleen George, and others"
Price: 16.99
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"You Can Write A Novel, 2Nd Edition - Ebook Edition (Pdf)" |
"Do you have an idea for a great novel? Have you always dreamed of writing a bestseller? Are you at a loss for where to start? Look no further. You Can Write a Novel, 2nd Edition, gives you concrete, proven techniques to get from idea to manuscript to bookstore. Veteran author James V. Smith, Jr., breaks down the complex novel-writing process into 10 logical steps. First you'll build the foundation for your book by taking your story's three most important incidents from brainstorm to final draft perfection. Smith's approach will guide you through a practical sequence designed to keep you focused, organized, and moving forward. You Can Write a Novel skillfully and simply addresses the essentials, such as plot, character, setting, dialogue, and action. You'll learn how to generate a salable idea, develop your idea into a framework, and build your framework into a finished manuscript. This edition includes new brainstorming tools, fresh plot and character organization strategies, an"
Price: 14.99
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"Change Your Story, Change Your Life: A Path To Success - Softcover" |
"Included in Disney's Recommended Reading List! Author, consultant, and international speaker Jen Grisanti instructs readers on how to apply story tools to their own lives, illuminating how everyone can become the hero of their own story. Based on her own experiences dealing with major life changes and developing methods with which to turn negative experiences into positive ones, Grisanti is a skilled guide in teaching readers how to live new life stories of their own making."
Price: 16.95
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Writing The Science Fiction Film - Softcover Edition |
"Science fiction is the most creative genre available for exploring the human condition... and also the most profitable. Explore classic sci-fi films such as Blade Runner, Aliens, and Star Wars, while learning how to craft your own powerful new worlds. What people are saying: �Robert Grant takes you on a fascinating journey through cinematic otherworlds, showing how the genre has changed over the years while remaining one of the most popular. Concise and illuminating. � ""Joe Dante, director: Gremlins, Explorers, Innerspace, Small Soldiers �A must-have for anyone writing a genre-inspired screenplay. His guidelines and advice help the writer organize the rules and the mythology of their created universe without getting bogged down. � ""Stefan Blitz, editor-in-chief, Forcesofgeek.com"
Price: 26.95
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The Ten Commandments Of Comedy - Hardcover Edition |
"Beginning comedy writers and performers may think funny can't be taught, but legendary comedy writer Gene Perret, winner of three Emmy Awards, tells otherwise in this guide to what makes a good joke work. Outlining the 10 commandments of comedy, the unbreakable rules that every gag must follow in order to be funny, this book liberates readers and allows them to immediately begin writing better and funnier comedy material. By following Perret's commandments, readers will better understand how to write jokes that connect with audiences and discover why unsuccessful material isn't working and how it can be fixed. From the First Commandment (Thou Shalt Surprise) to the Tenth (Thou Shalt Be Clever), this work stands as a fast guide to the essentials of humor that is perfect for business presenters, after-dinner speakers, professional comedians, and anyone who wants to be funny."
Price: 14.95
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Using Adaptations As The Perfect Source For Your Script - Ondemand |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR Agents, Hollywood producers, and publishers are always searching for the next great story. But not all writers start from scratch. Oftentimes, ideas come from the things we see, read, write, and hear. The challenge for many is how to transition these materials from their original form of a book, article, and story into a full-fledged viable screenplay. So what ™s your creative idea all about and where could it come from? Could it be the next bestseller at the bookstore or the next mega-hit movie? Maybe both. Savvy industry professionals love to leverage their time and efforts by capitalizing on a story that can be adapted into many forms. Watch, listen, and learn during this interactive session with the dream consultant who makes things happen for writers. Best-selling, award-winning author, and powerhouse consultant Jennifer S. Wilkov of Your Book Is Your Hook and The Literary Matchmaker trains writers on their approach to literary agents and managers, "
Price: 79
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Your First Novel - Ebook Edition (Pdf) |
"Novelist Laura Whitcomb and seasoned literary agent Ann Rittenberg team up to provide you with the skills you need to write your dream novel and the savvy busienss know-how to get it published. In this all-in-one resource, you'll discover essential novel-writing techniques, such as: How to best structure your research so that you can save time later How to card your story before you start writing What to consider when developing your cast of characters How to adapt classic story structures to fit your own ideas ...and insider information on what it takes to get published, including: What agents do at those three-hour power lunches-and how it affects you What makes an agent instantly reject a manuscript How to correctly translate submission guidelines What happens if you get multiple offers-or no offers at all"
Price: 16.99
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Everything You Need To Know Before You Seek Representation - Ondemand |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR There are two big mistakes new writers make when approaching agents and managers. These mistakes, unfortunately, can stop your chances of finding representation dead in the water. What should you have in place before approaching agents and managers? How should you go about approaching agents and managers? This webinar will answer these questions and provide you with everything you need to know before you seek representation. Learn how many polished scripts you should have before seeking representation, as well as out of the box strategies to move your career forward. You ™ll also learn how to sell yourself (and your projects!) to an agent or manager. A writer can burn bridges if he or she approaches an agents or managers without knowing how to do so correctly. Think about this for a moment. Would you attempt to cook lasagna based on what a picture looks like? Or would you get the lasagna recipe, purchase the ingredients, prepare and bake the lasagna, and the"
Price: 79.99
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Sleepless In Hollywood - Hardcover Edition |
"The veteran producer and author of the bestseller Hello, He Lied takes a witty and critical look at the new Hollywood. Over the past decade, producer Lynda Obst gradually realized she was working in a Hollywood that was undergoing a drastic transformation. The industry where everything had once been familiar to her was suddenly disturbingly strange. Combining her own industry experience and interviews with the brightest minds in the business, Obst explains what has stalled the vast moviemaking machine. The calamitous DVD collapse helped usher in what she calls the New Abnormal (because Hollywood was never normal to begin with), where studios are now heavily dependent on foreign markets for profit, a situation which directly impacts the kind of entertainment we get to see. Can comedy survive if they don't get our jokes in Seoul or allow them in China? Why are studios making fewer movies than ever--and why are they bigger, more expensive and nearly always sequels or recycled ideas? Ob"
Price: 26
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Breaking Into The Business: Effective Strategies For Launching A |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR A well-executed spec script is required to break into the business, yet agents and managers constantly report that the vast majority of scripts submitted for consideration aren ™t even close to being strong enough. The truth is that most writers waste valuable time writing scripts with little to no chance at success without knowing it. In the past two years, Corey Mandell has had 47 students and clients sell or option scripts with dozens more landing writing assignments. In this live webinar, he will teach you the specific skills and tools his students and clients have used to write a spec script and break into the business. He will also discuss what agents and managers are looking for in today ™s marketplace. WHAT YOU ™LL LEARN: How to write a script that captures a reader ™s attention Why most scripts are rejected What type of scripts stand out and get noticed How to know if your script is ready to be read by an industry pro How "
Price: 79
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The Dialogue: Learning From The Masters - Alex Kurtzman And Roberto |
"I think the one thing that has proven to be true for us over and over again is not to be married to your words necessarily, but to be married to the spirit of your words. - Kurtzman & Orci Less than 10 years in the business and Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci are already one of the most successful screenwriting teams in Hollywood. A team who became just that after meeting in high school, they began in television on the writing staffs of Hercules, Xena: Warrior Princess, and eventually the hit ABC show, Alias, where they collaborated with J.J. Abrams. This duo's screenwriting credits include The Island, The Legend of Zorro, Mission: Impossible III, Transformers and Star Trek XI. Find out more as Kurtzman and Orci reveal their experiences analyzing Robocop, writing in Spanish accents and getting better with age. About The Dialogue Series: THE DIALOGUE: Learning From the Masters is a groundbreaking interview series that goes behind the scenes of the fascinating craft of screen"
Price: 5.99
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Memo From David O. Selznick - Softcover Edition |
"The most revealing, penetrating book on filmmaking I know of . . .--King Vidor David O. Selznick was a unique figure in the golden Hollywood studio era. He produced some of the greatest and most memorable American films ever made--notably, Rebecca, A Star Is Born, Anna Karenina, A Farewell to Arms, and, above all, Gone With the Wind. Selznick's absolute power and artistic control are evidenced in his impassioned, eloquent, witty, and sometimes rageful memos to directors, writers, stars and studio executives, writings that have become almost as famous as his films. Newsweek wrote,I can't imagine how a book on the American movie business could be more illuminating, more riveting or more fun to read than this collection of David Selznick's memos."
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The Dialogue: Learning From The Masters - Billy Ray - Download Edition |
"I think what marks bad dialogue against good dialogue is the absence of subtext. You have to have it. - Billy Ray Billy Ray has written or co-written the screenplays for Color of Night, Volcano and Hart's War and also created the sci-fi series Earth 2. In 2003, Ray wrote and directed Shattered Glass, which was based on the true story of fraudulent journalist Stephen Glass. Most recently, he found himself back in the writer/director role for Breach, a story based on real-life FBI agent-turned-Soviet spy Robert Hanssen. In this intriguing interview, listen as Ray touches on his inspiration from movie soundtracks, taking acting classes, genius by osmosis and writing for The Jetsons. About The Dialogue Series: THE DIALOGUE: Learning From the Masters is a groundbreaking interview series that goes behind the scenes of the fascinating craft of screenwriting. In these extensive in-depth discussions with savvy industry interviewers, more than two-dozen of today's most successful s"
Price: 5.99
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The Dialogue: Learning From The Masters - Bobby And Peter Farrelly - |
"We don't outline, we try to spend a lot of time on a good opening act where we try to create a character where just about anything could happen to this guy and the audience is with him, rooting for him. The writing/directing team of brothers Peter and Bobby Farrelly confirm the old adage that two heads are better than one. The filmmaking duo has reinvented the comedy with films like Dumb and Dumber, There's Something About Mary, Me, Myself & Irene and Fever Pitch, and The Heartbreak Kid. While riddled with humor, primarily of the slapstick and gross-out varieties, there is still always the sweet love story beneath it all. In this interview, find out what the Farrelly Brothers think about test screenings, surprising the audience, painting themselves into a corner, and why sometimes it's just not enough to make people laugh."
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Writing The Comedy Blockbuster: The Inappropriate Goal - Softcover |
"Dying is easy, comedy is hard! So keep your comedy blockbuster alive and well and buy this book. Comedy has always been the backbone of the film business. In an age of sequels and brand-name movies based on established properties, the original comedy screenplay still delivers high profits. Writing the Comedy Blockbuster is a must-have for both aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers. It turns the serious business of comedy writing on its head, helping the writer confidently create tomorrow ™s comedy classic. �Making people cry is easy. Making people laugh is hard. Teaching people how to make other people laugh is even harder. Keith Giglio does it in a straightforward and humorous way! � "" Alan R. Cohen & Alan Freedland, writers/producers ofDue Date, American Dad �A must-read for all comedy writers. It ™s entertaining, inspirational, and packed full of valuable information. � "" Tom Martin, two-time Emmy Award winner for Fox TV ™s The Simpsons "
Price: 22.95
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This Is 40 - Softcover Edition |
"Five years after Judd Apatow introduced us to Pete and Debbie in Knocked Up, Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann reprise their roles as the couple in the writer/director's This Is 40, a comedic look at the everyday life of an American family. What emerges is a portrait of the challenges and rewards of marriage and parenthood: sex and romance, career triumphs and financial hardships, aging parents and maturing children and everything in between. This Is 40 captures what it takes for a family to flourish in the middle of a lifetime together, rendered with the unique intimacy of a filmmaker collaborating with his own wife and children. The Newmarket Shooting Script Book includes: An introduction by writer/actor Lena Dunham written especially for this edition, Judd Apatow's answers to Five Obvious Questions, an afterword on his writing/directing process, the complete screenplay, 35 color photographs, and complete cast and crew credits"
Price: 19.99
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Zero Dark Thirty - Softcover Edition |
"The hunt for Osama bin Laden preoccupied the world and two American presidential administrations for more than a decade. But in the end, it took a small, dedicated team of CIA operatives to track him down. Every aspect of their mission was shrouded in secrecy. Though some of the details have since been made public, many of the most significant parts of the intelligence operation--including the central role played by that team--are brought to the screen for the first time in a nuanced and gripping new film by the Oscar-winning creative duo of Kathryn Bigelow and Mark Boal, starring Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Ehle, Mark Strong, Kyle Chandler, and Edgar Ramirez. The Newmarket Shooting Script Book includes: Introduction by Kathryn Bigelow, Complete shooting script, Q&A with Mark Boal by Rob Feld, Production notes, Storyboards, and Complete cast and crew credits"
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Anna Karenina - Softcover Edition |
"One of the most esteemed living playwrights adapts the famous love story ever written in the screenplay for the new Focus Features film Anna Karenina, directed by Joe Wright, starring Keira Knightley and Jude Law. Tolstoy's brilliant novel, tracing the tragic love affair between Count Vronsky and the unhappily married Anna, has moved readers for generations. Now, award-winning playwright Tom Stoppard re-imagines what Vladimir Nabokov called one of the greatest love stories in world literature for the screen. In an impeccable match of talent between source and adaptation, Stoppard projects Tolstoy's powerful contrasts between city and country, love and death, happiness and unhappiness. The result is beautiful, stirring, and at once old and new. A special introduction by Stoppard offers a glimpse into the process behind his remarkable interpretation. Introduction by Tom Stoppard"
Price: 15
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Karl Iglesias's Writing For Emotional Impact - Dvd Edition |
"A must for any writer who's mastered the basics but has yet to break the barrier. Focusing on the key ingredient of all successful scripts ""the reader's emotional response ""author Karl Iglesias shows students fresh ways to evoke emotion on every page of their scripts. DVD includes: Why emotion is the key to successful screenwriting. What readers look for in talented writers. �Good � and �bad � screenplay examples. Why A-list screenwriters keep getting hired."
Price: 109.95
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Complete Screenwriting: From A To Z To A-List - Dvd Edition |
"Whether you are a beginning screenwriter or a seasoned professional, you will gain deep insight into how to elevate your craft with this exclusive 6-DVD box set of Jim Mercurio ™s Complete Screenwriting: From A to Z to A-List. Not only does Jim Mercurio understand the underpinnings of conscious and unconscious filmmaking at the highest levels, but he also provides his students with the ability to access both at will. With Complete Screenwriting: From A to Z to A-List, Mercurio has created a fresh paradigm for 21st century storytelling that can take you and your script to its greatest potential. - Michael Lent, Writer/Producer With 20 years of experience in the film industry as a story analyst, master teacher, and filmmaker, Jim Mercurio is known by A-list and Oscar-nominated clients as someone who digs deeper into the craft of storytelling than anyone else. The 10+ hours of eye-opening content and 90+ minutes of original motion graphics will not only give you strategies for h"
Price: 299
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Scriptxpert Logline Tune-Up - One-On-One 15 Minute Critique Session |
"The logline is one of the most important tools you need when selling a screenplay, so it ™s essential to get this marketing vehicle in the very best condition before your take it for a spin with Hollywood insiders. Get checked out now so you don ™t stall later with The Writers Store ™s Logline Tune-Up service. In this one-on-one session, you can present your logline to a Screenwriting Coach either in-person, by phone, or via Skype and receive immediate feedback. You ™ll get specific guidance from your coach on what works and what doesn ™t, plus the chance to ask all your burning logline questions. Our Scriptwriting Coaches are professionally trained experts who can show you how to take your logline to the next level. This is your chance to get insightful feedback from a veteran screenwriter! Ready to shift your logline into high gear? Book your Logline Tune-Up today. Note: After booking your appointment, send your logline and a brief synopsis o"
Price: 29.99
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Make Your First 10 Pages Shine - Ondemand Edition |
"ABOUT THE WEBINAR Success in Hollywood is often about making great first impressions ""and it ™s the same with your script. Since some executives and agents will only read the first 10 pages of your script, it ™s imperative you grab the reader immediately, engage them in the world of your story, and make them want to keep reading. This webinar covers 14 different elements and steps you can follow to ensure your script makes a great first impression and immediately grabs the reader. You ™ll learn how to create the world of your screenplay from your opening image to setting up the tone, genre, characters, eliciting emotion, stakes, structure, theme, and writer ™s voice. You ™ll also discover the 10 most commonly-used ways to open your script. Danny Manus will examine the opening pages of Hollywood ™s hottest scripts ""explaining why they worked. As a development executive, script consultant, producer, and contest judge, Danny Manus has read t"
Price: 79.99
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Alfred Hitchcock's Moviemaking Master Class: Learning About Film From |
"Alfred Hitchcock is one of the most revered filmmakers of the 20th century. Not only was he the Master of Suspense, he was also an innovator of storyboarding, directing, framing, editing, and marketing. Hitchcock regularly engaged with his audiences and gave lectures at film institutes, universities, and film schools across the country. Now in this Movie Making Master Class, Hitchcock author and aficionado Tony Lee Moral takes you through the process of making a motion picture, Hitchcock-style."
Price: 26.95
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