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Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Converting Short Stories and Writing in Screenplay Format

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

This month the Screenplay Doctor addresses how writers might convert short stories, as well as the proper format for a script. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue.

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Screenplay Doctor: Agent Calling

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

Getting the call, email, or snail mail letter that an agent has requested to read your work is great news… but don’t lose your common sense. The Screenplay Doctor outlines your next step.

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Filmmaking | How To's | Technology

Almost Everything a DSLR Moviemaker (or Anyone Else) Needs To Know About Sound

30 Jun , 2010 | Written by Peter Bohush | Posted by:

When DSLR cameras exploded onto the market over the past year, they offered an awe-inspiring improvement in picture quality over video camcorders. But they have one glaring weakness: poor audio recording capabilities. Here's a thorough report on audio recording so that you can spare yourself some unfortunate mistakes.

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How To's | Screenplay Doctor | Screenwriting

Ask the Screenplay Doctor: How to (and Not to) Submit a Query Letter

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

In this month's column, Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell addresses how to submit your queries, as well as what not to do. 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: Where to Send Your Script

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

Where do you send your script if you are a complete unknown writer? The Screenplay Doctor addresses this question 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: 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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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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Filmmaking | How To's | New England | Report from the Front

The Director in All of Us

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

'Everyone wants to direct,' sure, but how does a director think? Here's a bit of advice on interpreting the theme of your story and offering direction to your actors.

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