|  | Author: David Trottier
Publisher: Silman-James Press
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Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Edition: 4 Updated
Pages: 386
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Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.5 x 1
ISBN: 1879505843
Dewey Decimal Number: 808.23
EAN: 9781879505841
ASIN: 1879505843
Publication Date: August 20, 2005
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 3rd Edition only improves! August 24, 1998
djd4877@ksu.edu
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I recently read the 3rd edition of this book and must say that this book only improves if you can believe that. Over 120 pages have been added including an entire new book on the Spec Style that takes the reader through pages of one of Trottier's purchased screenplays. He now uses examples from many new movies like GOOD WILL HUNTING, TITANIC, THE TRUMAN SHOW, and many others. He even uses examples from movies that haven't actually been produced yet, only purchased, to show what he means by high-concept loglines. The single best book available on screenwriting!!
This wonderful book changed my career July 13, 1998
126 out of 127 found this review helpful
My agent told me to buy this book, and it has helped me tremendously in breaking in. As a working writer, I am pleased to find something that is helping my career. (I sold my script.) The book is endorsed by an academy-award winning writer (William Kelly), some top agents, and other Hollywood types. As for me, it's the best screenwriting book I've ever read--bar none. The writing primer section presents all of the sreenwriting fundamentals. It's perfect for novices and a good review for professionals. The workbook asks hundreds of questions that I use to keep me on track. I love the Character/Action Grid--an excellent revision tool. The formatting guide is easy to understand--I like it much better than Cole and Haag's classic. The marketing plan is what's helping me the most right now; it's very focused. Obviously the author knows the business. The resources section includes all the contests, script consultants, software, etc. It's not the last word on s! ! creenwriting, especially for old pros; but it guides you in every aspect of screenwriting in clear, concise language. And it covers the basics. The book is jam-packed with info you can use.
If You Are A Screenwriter, You Need This Book July 11, 1998
This is a must for all screenwriters. The only thing bad about this informative book is that is doesn't fit on your shelf!!! It is HUGE and well worth the money you pay for it.
Exellent. Very practical and useful June 25, 1998
This book has been more helpful than any writing book I've read. The marketing section is terrific and it helped me find an agent. Everything is explained in understandable terms. It inspired me to get off my duff and write. I feel empowered. I'm always referring to the formatting section and resource directory. At last, a book that delivers on what it promises.
Great overview of the screenwriting process. May 9, 1998
ccolon@anderson.ucla.edu (Los Angeles, CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am working on my first script, and the info in this book gave me a lot of great tips on how to improve a script's structure and content. Also gave great overview of the actual format and punctuation that is expected in today's scripts. This book will be a big help in helping me finish (and eventually market) my script!
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