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mlauzon 10-19-2004 01:14 PM

Writing A Script...?
 
I have an idea for a horror movie, the problem is it's a sequel and the franchise is now a StV (Straight-to-Video) operation. Where can I find information on writing a script treatment and/or script specifically for horror movies. Thanks for any help you can offer.

N0Hypocrites 10-22-2004 12:48 AM

What company made the franchise ? Start there. Go to their website and contact the people involved about making the next film. Can't hurt.
CK

mlauzon 10-22-2004 06:51 AM

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Originally posted by N0Hypocrites
What company made the franchise ? Start there. Go to their website and contact the people involved about making the next film. Can't hurt.
CK


There was not just one company, but a few...but the main part of my question was not answered; I was asking where to find information on writing a script or screenplay.

HappyCamper 10-22-2004 07:19 AM

my suggestion is to go to your nearest bookretailer (B&N, Borders, etc) go to the Film/Television section and see if they have the following book:

The Screenwriter's Bible...

this is the book I used in my screenwriting class and it is very informative, with info including: developing characters, plot devices, how to deal with writer's block, and doing re-writes.

I think it's around $30

mlauzon 10-22-2004 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by HappyCamper
my suggestion is to go to your nearest bookretailer (B&N, Borders, etc) go to the Film/Television section and see if they have the following book:

The Screenwriter's Bible...

this is the book I used in my screenwriting class and it is very informative, with info including: developing characters, plot devices, how to deal with writer's block, and doing re-writes.

I think it's around $30


Is this it?:

http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/item.a...n=books&zxac=1

N0Hypocrites 10-22-2004 09:05 AM

My bad. I use Sophocles myself when writing screenplays. Give it a try. If you like it, PM me and I'll e-mail you the crack for it to unlock it's full functions.
CK

mlauzon 10-22-2004 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by N0Hypocrites
My bad. I use Sophocles myself when writing screenplays. Give it a try. If you like it, PM me and I'll e-mail you the crack for it to unlock it's full functions.
CK


My preference for the script writing software is Final Draft, but I've only used the demo of it and I like it...but because it's a demo I cannot use all the cool features.

HappyCamper 10-22-2004 06:04 PM

yeah that's the book! get it! I have Final Draft 6, if I had a cd burner i'd burn a copy of it for you.

mlauzon 10-23-2004 09:31 AM

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Originally posted by HappyCamper
yeah that's the book! get it! I have Final Draft 6, if I had a cd burner i'd burn a copy of it for you.
I will get that book for sure when I have the money for it, until then I need to find a detailed online script writing tutorial in the vein of that book!

I want to get my hands on the new FD7, even if I have to resort to other means of procurement; as the new features in FD7 just blow me away.

HappyCamper 10-23-2004 01:19 PM

this isn't a tutorial, but it has lots of scripts. Reading lots and lots of scripts will help you see how they are written.

script-o-rama


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