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Question: Do you think it’s worth it for a 20-year-old like me, to move from my country, Portugal, to LA or somewhere close, to follow the dream of writing screenplays? I mean, if that’s a tough world to the american writers, isn’t it even tougher for a foreign boy to do well in the movie [...]
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Dec
Question: I work with a popular actor and their people who shall remain nameless, but from being closely involved with them and others, one thing I’ve learned is that most people in the industry can be quite selfish and unhelpful. Here’s my problem. I’ve recently completed a screenplay and it’s highly marketable. To be honest, [...]
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Dec
Question: I am a new writer represented by one of the big agencies.  However, I’m worried it’s more of a writing sample than a big-concept seller. Still, my agent believes in the script and has targeted 10-15 Oscar-type producers who he thinks may dig the material, and will hopefully take it to studios. My question: [...]
Screenwriting Compass is a blog created by an anonymous industry representative to guide and keep screenwriters on the right path. Read the things they don't teach you in film school. Feel free to email me your questions.
