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Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Beating Writer’s Block and Getting Feedback on Your Script

1 Feb , 2014 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

This month, Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell offers advice on how to overcome 'writer's block', and, once the draft is completed, how to find the best feedback. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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Editing | How To's

See, Spot, Run: Working with Composers, part 2 of 3

1 Feb , 2014 | Written by Scotty Vercoe | Posted by:

Whether face-to-face or virtual, having a productive “spotting session” is the key to opening lines of communication between directors and composers. Part two of our three part series about music and film covers describes the importance of the composer in filmmaking.

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Editing | Filmmaking | How To's

Shivers from Timbres: Building Emotional Soundtracks, part 1 of 3

24 Nov , 2013 | Written by Scotty Vercoe | Posted by:

Examining music’s emotional effect is an essential part of developing effective soundtracks. Part 1 in our three part series about music and film covers the elusive element of emotion in music and how it can be used to best accompany visual media. Additional articles in the series will cover music spotting sessions and film scoring.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Top Ten Script Competition Tips

1 Oct , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

Out of the hundreds of screenplay competitions out there, veteran judge and screenplay doctor Susan Kouguell helps you pick which ones to enter and how to do it right. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Getting Recognized

1 Sep , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

You ask, she answers. This month, Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell helps readers looking to break into the business. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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Film Festivals | How To's

Film Festival Advice From the New England Film Festival Filmmakers

1 Sep , 2013 | Written by Donna Sorbello | Posted by:

You’ve written your film, shot it, edited it, and now you’re ready for the festival circuit. Check out this advice from the seasoned filmmakers of the Online New England Film Festival.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Top Five Tips … How to Really Find an Agent

1 Aug , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

Finding an agent can often feel about as easy as winning the lottery, but Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell has tips on how to take control of this scary search. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Preparing & Navigating Screenplay Conferences and Pitch Festivals

1 Apr , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

This month, Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell heads to the Screenwriters World Conference as a featured speaker. Before she goes, she offers advice for how to get the most out of your visit to a pitch fest. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Top Questions NOT to Ask a Film Industry Professional

1 Mar , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

Whether you’re at a face-to-face meeting or emailing a query letter, the way in which you present yourself and your project are vital in making a lasting – and, let me emphasize, good -- impression. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Getting Noticed

1 Mar , 2013 | Written by Susan Kouguell | Posted by:

This month, screenplay expert Susan Kouguell tackles one of the big questions - how to get a screenplay noticed! Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue.

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