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Writing Screenplays That Sell by Michael Hauge

No one is better than Michael Hauge at finding what is most authentic in every moment of a story. --Will Smith

Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen. --DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures

Concise, authoritative, and comprehensive, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the most complete guide available on the art, craft, and business of screenwriting for movies and television. Renowned Hollywood story consultant Michael Hauge--considered one of the most sought after lecturers and script consultants in the U.S. by Scriptwriter magazine--covers every aspect from concept to deal: screenplay development, artistry versus commerciality, adaptations, copyright protection, living and working outside Los Angeles; finding an agent; and more.

Reflecting the latest trends and scripts, Writing Screenplays that Sell includes insight and detailed information on:

  • Finding and selecting commercial story concepts
  • Guidelines for story structure, including:
  • Opening scenes that immediately grab the reader
    - The five most common goals in Hollywood movies
    - Why most adaptations fail
    - The most effective use of flashbacks
    - Creating emotionally powerful endings
  • Tips for marketing a script--script consultants, script competitions, pitch fests, virtual pitching, e-mail blasts, log-line listings, audio script readings, and Internet resources for screenwriters
  • A complete, in depth analysis of the screenplay for Avatar, the biggest box office success of all time
  • Whether you're an aspiring artist looking to break into the business or a seasoned pro looking for tips to boost your skills, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the one essential guide you need.

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Hauge, Michael: - Michael Hauge is a story consultant, author and lecturer who works with writers and filmmakers on their screenplays, novels, movies and television projects. He is currently on retainer with Will Smith's company, Overbrook Entertainment, and has consulted on projects for every major Hollywood studio, including films starring Will Smith, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Lopez, Kirsten Dunst, Robert Downey Jr. and Morgan Freeman. He is on the Board of Directors of the American Screenwriters Association and the Advisory Board for Scriptwriter Magazine in London.
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ISBN 13 9780062725004
ISBN 10 0062725009
Title Writing Screenplays That Sell
Author Michael Hauge
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Year published 1991-08-16
Number of pages 352
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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