By Frederic T. Dray WGAw Board Member Charles E. Pogue discusses methods for protecting a writer s vision and rights when selling a script, dealing with studio notes, and working with a director. After I finished my first film, Fifth Ward, I began to think about what had changed me on my journey as a filmmaker. Find out what makes even the most tranquil and forgearing of readers spit, curse, and foam at the mouth. Most of the time, however, the reality is different. Getting a series on the air is a long shot and having a successful series is even more unlikely so writing a spec that is original is crucial .
Theme is the most important part of a script.
The whole script comes from theme. Randall Wallace has written a Best Picture winner and directed some of the industry s most important actors. He is the author of one of the most eagerly anticipated blockbusters of the year, yet he remains true to his unique personal vision. When developing a movie intended for audiences of all ages, the primary focus is on excluding things that the audience won t like. But it s true.