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Lessons Learned on My Latest Film Set

31 May , 2010 | Written by Jared M. Gordon | Posted by:

My recent film shoot, a three-day affair for a 20-minute comedy, taught me the value of running a tight ship, as well as a few other things.

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Film Runs in the Family

30 Apr , 2010 | Written by David Pierotti | Posted by:

Filmmaking cousins Dan Boylan and Guy Taylor wrap up their first feature-length endeavor.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: On Film Schools and InkTip.com

30 Apr , 2010 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

Is film school worth the plunge? Is InkTip.com worth the money? The Screenplay Doctor addresses these two questions in her latest column. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: More About Agents

31 Mar , 2010 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

In this month's column, Susan offers some tips on how best to contact film industry professionals, as well as some more detailed advice on finding an agent.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Screenplay Doctor: Do I Need an Agent and How Do I Find One?

28 Feb , 2010 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

This month, script consultant and writer Susan Kouguell explains when you need an agent and how you go about finding one. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue.

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Filmmaking | New England | Reports | Screenwriting

The Script Is Fine. Are YOU Okay?

1 Feb , 2010 | Written by Jared M. Gordon | Posted by:

Jared Gordon's latest Report from the Front: a screenwriter has to be ready for rewrites, edits, and revisions. But how far is too far?

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: How to Break Into Hollywood

31 Jan , 2010 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

In this first installment, professional script consultant Susan Kouguell answers a new writer's most common question: how to break into Hollywood. Email your questions to screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com.

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Film Festivals | Filmmaking | Interviews | Local Industry | New England | New Hampshire | Screenwriting

Horror in New Hampshire: The Making of YELLOWBRICKROAD

1 Jan , 2010 | Written by Maddy Kadish | Posted by:

Writer/director Andy Mitton discusses YELLOWBRICKROAD, a feature horror film en route to Slamdance.

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Filmmaking | Interviews | Local Industry | Massachusetts | Screenwriting

Writing Backwards From Budget to Film

30 Apr , 2009 | Written by David Pierotti | Posted by:

Boston’s Tim Cawley explains some budgeting techniques that have fostered his independent film career; his second short film premieres this month at Boston Film Night.

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What Happens When Your Script Receives “Coverage?”

1 Feb , 2009 | Written by Mere LaTour | Posted by:

Last month, Mere LaTour explained the benefits of story analysis. This month, she details what happens when a script receives 'coverage.'

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