Notes to Screenwriters: Advancing Your Story, Screenplay, and Career - Full Interview

Overview

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Dive into an in-depth video interview with accomplished writers Vicki Peterson and Barbara Nicolosi as they discuss their book "Notes To Screenwriters: Advancing Your Story, Screenplay, and Career With Whatever Hollywood Throws At You." Gain valuable insights on common mistakes in first screenplays, handling script notes and negative feedback, understanding the realities of making a living as a screenwriter, crafting impactful stories, and navigating the journey from first draft to final product. Learn essential screenwriting lessons, including character relatability, story structure, and the difference between impactful and merely entertaining narratives. This comprehensive discussion offers aspiring and experienced screenwriters alike a wealth of knowledge to advance their craft and career in the competitive world of Hollywood screenwriting.

Syllabus

- 3 Mistakes A Screenwriter Typically Makes On Their First Screenplay
- A Screenwriter’s Guide To Receiving Script Notes
- How A Screenwriter Can Cope With Negative Feedback On Their Screenplay
- Everything Screenwriters Need To Know About Script Notes
- 2% Of Screenwriters Make A Living From Screenwriting
- Screenwriting Lesson: Story Is Better Than Real Life
- When A Screenwriter Is Told Their Character Is Not Relatable
- Screenwriting Notes: What Story Is Not
- When A Screenwriter Finishes The First Draft Of A Screenplay
- Stories That Have Impact Versus Those That Entertain