The studio allows us to get to know people through its bulletin boards, and we also have an opportunity to read nominees scripts. The former is critical, as character has always been as important a consideration as talent and dedication. However, the Screenplayers is much more than this. We also critique one another's work and provide emotional support during those moments of disappointment that invariably occur in this business. Writing can be a lonely profession, but no one who belongs to the Screenplayers is ever alone because each of us knows he or she has a group of friends and supporters who will be there whenever needed.
Most screenwriters lack a true understanding of the competitive nature of the movie industry.
They feel they are competing against other screenwriters in terms of the quality of their work. This is rarely the case. Most production companies express quite specific needs. Some will look only at low-budget screenplays, others only at high concept stories. Some indicate a preference for family stories and will not consider horror or sci-fi.