by Trevor Mayes | Feb 28, 2010 | Formatting
Question Jim Sarantinos asks: Can you tell me how to format montage sequences? Montage Definition “A montage is a collection of very short scenes, sometimes only a single shot each, designed to show a series of actions over time.” – John August Order...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 26, 2010 | Industry Advice, Michele Wallerstein
Do you have a question that you’d like to have answered by a longtime Hollywood literary agent? Send it in! questions@scriptwrecked.com Question: (Johnny B. Dunne) My question is, do you believe video pitches are a worthwhile effort? I know some pitching...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 25, 2010 | Characters
Initial Business Okay, first — if you haven’t seen The Usual Suspects yet: 1) Punch yourself in the gut, because you deserve it. 2) Stop reading this article now — thar be spoilers… and this is one movie you do not want to spoil. [insert...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 23, 2010 | Diversions, Links
Who is that guy? Ever seen an actor in a movie or TV show and ask yourself: “Who is that guy and where have I seen him before?” Well now there’s a web page that lets you identify the veteran character actor from his photo. All photos have links to...
by Trevor Mayes | Feb 22, 2010 | Diversions, Links
JFrater at Listverse showcases 10 brilliantly recut movie trailers. It’s amazing how a change of tone in music and narration, coupled with some clever editing, can give you a completely new take on a cherished classic. This Mrs. Doubtfire recut is one of my...