Rejection, Fleder adds, only made him more determined to succeed. Certainly a lot has happened since Rosenberg and Fleder first collaborated on their short film. While some might view their phenomenal success as an incredible stroke of luck, it follows the hard work, dedication, passion and integrity each brings to the craft. After all, Rosenberg wrote twelve screenplays before enjoying his first sale. People know if you have talent.
Perseverance is the key.
Candy Cruz is a writer, editor and graphic artist for a quarterly magazine produced by a nonprofit organization. The author would like to acknowledge C.S. Drotman for her assistance with this article.