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Writing the “Mirror Moment”

Posted on January 19, 2012 in Story, Structure | No Comments

James Strzelinski explores what he calls the “Mirror Moment” – the turning point of a character arc which has the lead metaphorically (or literally) looking in the mirror and reevaluating everything.

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5 Major Rules for the First Ten Pages

Posted on June 14, 2011 in General Screenwriting, Structure | No Comments

It is a common saying that the first ten pages of your feature length screenplay are the most important. Here are 5 major rules you should observe to make your first ten as gripping as possible.

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How do I Treat my Treatment?

Posted on August 23, 2010 in General Screenwriting, Structure | 1 Comment

Question: I have completed my screenplay, but I never wrote a treatment. I met a producer who wants to see a treatment only. Some people say a treatment should be three pages long, some say 12. Any advice?

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