How to legally protect a screenplay

There are two places to register a script. The US Copyright Office and the Writer’s Gild of America. Some people … More

Who Owns the Rights?

Once you find a story you’d like to make into a film or series, you’ll need to secure the “rights” … More

Research for Production – Considerations

Researching your project’s viability, continued… In the last chapter, we talked about skills and resources needed to acquaint yourself with the … More

Box Office Mojo, IMDB and Hollywood Reporter for Producers

When evaluating a potential idea for production it is essential to do your homework regarding similar projects. You need to … More

How to Write and Evaluate a Logline

“When I read the words “struggles against all odds” in a logline, I assume the screenplay will be terrible.” —Mike … More