A Renewed Passion at the End of the Writers Strike
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A Renewed Passion at the End of the Writers Strike

It’s Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 and contracts are being finalized to support the WGA’s on-going professional relationship with film studios/streaming platforms covering the next three years…

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Movie Kisses
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Movie Kisses

Ever wondered about the most unforgettable on-screen kisses that have made our hearts race and left us swooning in our seats? Here are my top 10 movie smooches from steamy beach kisses to unexpected lip-locks, these moments have etched themselves into cinematic history.

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Ron Bass: A Legendary Screenwriter's Resilience Amidst a Writers' Strike
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Ron Bass: A Legendary Screenwriter's Resilience Amidst a Writers' Strike

The legendary screenwriter, Ron Bass, remains undeterred by the current writers' strike. Bass's resilience and passion serve as inspiration during this uncertain time for Hollywood. Read about his thought on the industry's challenges, his encouraging words to fellow writers, and how we might adapt to the evolving entertainment landscape.

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Matt Goldman and the History of Writers Strikes
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Matt Goldman and the History of Writers Strikes

Matt Goldman has had the unique experience of being a part of all three of the last significant writers’ strikes that transpired over several decades: 1988, 2007-08, and the current one.

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Life is a Charade
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Life is a Charade

It has been described as a romantic comedy mystery film, which is no
easy feat…

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Top 10 Misconceptions About the “Art” of Screenwriting
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Top 10 Misconceptions About the “Art” of Screenwriting

  1. Screenwriting isn’t an “art form” - Let’s just cut to the chase with this one, even though I am biased holding an MFA from UCLA in Screenwriting. But, on this point, I would battle until the ink is dry. Screenwriting, like painting, sculpture, or paper mache’ statues of garden gnomes in their youth takes skill and talent…

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