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Tyler_Durden

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Yo just stimbled into this thread, dunno how I missed it the first time. I have written some plays and have had them performed, have done short stories and part-way through a novel. I am really interested in writing a screenplay, I have one idea I want to put on paper, even if just to see what's wrong with it for now and keep thinking about it...

Much thanks for all the drops on here, as per always, apart from the porn and music, BGOL is still a source for personal development.. hope that don't change..

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Tyler_Durden said:
I have written some plays and have had them performed, have done short stories and part-way through a novel. I am really interested in writing a screenplay, I have one idea I want to put on paper, even if just to see what's wrong with it for now and keep thinking about it...
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I've always hoped I could find a forum somewhere where aspiring black writers could go to become better writers. :yes:

Some place a brother could just simply write a short story or provide a sample of his or her work and be analyzed (not insulted) by other writers with more experience in the field so that we can truly become more professional in the writing industry.

You know, a black writer's forum that would have a beginner, intermediate, and an expert level so that you would not only become a better writer, but you will be prepared for the realities of getting your finished product published somewhere.

Nothing frustrates me more than my own inexperience holding me back. I'd rather know the proper way to write successfully than wallow in my own self-pity because the industry doesn't want to support a black writer or even worse... I actually wrote something so unprofessional that it's not even worth reading.:cool::yes::yes:
 
ThaAnsa3

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Whether you are working on your first screenplay or a seasoned professional looking for technical help, Syd Field's 4 - Part Screenwriting Workshop is an invaluable writing and reference tool.

This legendary course will help you convert your idea into a properly structured screenplay; one you will feel confident submitting to Film Studios and Production companies worldwide.

Syd Field is regarded by entertainment industry professionals as the foremost authority on the craft of screenwriting. For over 25 years he has taught and guided thousands of professional screenwriters, many of whom have gone on to become the biggest names in Hollywood. Syd Field's exclusive course is usually given only a few times a year. This workshop takes you on the same educational journey, in the comfort of home, at your own time and pace.

The course is broken into four individual sections:

Part I - Getting Started - Forming your story idea into a dramatic entity.
• Isolating the idea
• Creating the subject
• Breaking it down into action and character
• The nature of screenplay structure
• Structuring your story line
• Writing the four-page treatment

Part II - Creating Character - The heart and soul of your screenplay:
• What makes a good character
• The essence of dramatic need
• Creating the character biography
• The tools of character
• The circle of being

Part III - Writing The Screenplay
• Set up the story
• Write the story
• Structure the screenplay into acts
• Stress the importance of the first ten pages
• Determine the plot points
• Set up and prepare Act II
• Establish Pinch I and Pinch II
• Establish the sub-dramatic context

Part IV - Rewriting the Screenplay - All writing is rewriting:
• Approaching the rewrite
• Rethinking what you have written
• Redefining and re-establishing the theme, premise, dramatic action
• The tools of rewriting
• Discovering character through action
• Sharpening and focusing character
• Setting up and paying off the elements of the story line

http://rapidshare.com/files/153812704/Syd_Field.part01.rar
http://rapidshare.com/files/153820133/Syd_Field.part02.rar
http://rapidshare.com/files/153827832/Syd_Field.part03.rar
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http://rapidshare.com/files/153864690/Syd_Field.part07.rar
http://rapidshare.com/files/153871616/Syd_Field.part08.rar

dont forget about a brutha.
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Thanks for posting this.
 
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K O P - We need to talk soon. I just started writing my third feature spec awhile ago. Trying to open a line to Miramax - BUT the lady wants to see two three specs from the door to make sure I'm not a one shot miracle.


Lefty, see what you dun started fam. Start with this and READ The best example (besides Die Hard) for a screenplay ever.

http://members.aol.com/rwsmittjr/scripts/chinatown.txt

I'm running my screenplays with with Final Draft now but Movie Magic and a few others are out there. Before you get into that check these out and read some more. Understanding the format is key. Structure fits in with that. Screenwriters Utopia has alot of articles to start you out. Need info - like that sauce - it's in there. Read then WRITE. And keep writing.

http://www.screenwritersutopia.com/

Here's some more

http://www.script-o-rama.com/table.shtml

http://www.script-o-rama.com/links.shtml

http://us.imdb.com/studios

http://www.lousywriter.com/how_to_write_better_with_punctuation.php

http://www.film.com/

http://www.filmmakers.com/contests/directory.htm

http://www.donedealpro.com/default.aspx

http://www.hollywoodlitsales.com/

http://www.hcdonline.com/

http://www.simplyscripts.com/wga_top_101_scripts.html

http://www.scriptforsale.com/


GOOD LUCK TO ALL YA'LL
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Screen Plays hugh. Might be my next hustle.
 
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One of the programs I find to be most useful is called writers cafe. Several of the screen play books speak about using index cards and this program takes the whole index card thing to a new level, far beyond where the Final Draft cards are. You can develop your story using these cards, have them laid out and sorted according to the story line, and move them anywhere you like. You can write descriptions, or write the actual scenes onto the cards, which, when you are done writing you can easily dump into final draft. In terms of help with the creative process, I have not found a better program. I use this program for virtual any large writing assignment because of the way it helps you to organize thoughts.

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http://rapidshare.com/files/163584576/Final_Draft_7.zip
This is final draft 7 and Writers cafe everything you need to run it is there. Take the tour in Writers cafe, and see what I was talking about.
 
Barback

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Can someone drop one of your screenplays or half a screenplay you wrote for analyzing (for myself and others.)Imma try to write one in '09'. I'm only going on ideas I've had for a minute. Thanks in advance.

Also read...

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Great Book.
 
mrimperial

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do any of the brothers on here in LA and writing scripts have an agent or any form of representation? or do you just grind it out and sell it yourself?
 
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Killa4luv said:
One of the programs I find to be most useful is called writers cafe. Several of the screen play books speak about using index cards and this program takes the whole index card thing to a new level, far beyond where the Final Draft cards are. You can develop your story using these cards, have them laid out and sorted according to the story line, and move them anywhere you like. You can write descriptions, or write the actual scenes onto the cards, which, when you are done writing you can easily dump into final draft. In terms of help with the creative process, I have not found a better program. I use this program for virtual any large writing assignment because of the way it helps you to organize thoughts.

storylines_xp_medium.jpg


http://rapidshare.com/files/163584576/Final_Draft_7.zip
This is final draft 7 and Writers cafe everything you need to run it is there. Take the tour in Writers cafe, and see what I was talking about.
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can somebody re up this?? preciate it.
 
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destrehan

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damn bgol has some cats deep in the business. i might need some help with my comedy career. i am actually taking acting courses this coming semester. i already have ideas for a sitcom, and a movie in the back of my mind.
 
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destrehan said:
damn bgol has some cats deep in the business. i might need some help with my comedy career. i am actually taking acting courses this coming semester. i already have ideas for a sitcom, and a movie in the back of my mind.
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Take those ideas from the back and bring them to the front.
 
Rick Ronson

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Im a man of my word but i aint even upload the shit yet.;)

I got it off demonoid if thats faster than tomorrow being the earliest
I could do it.
 

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