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Conz
Posted: January 29th, 2012, 11:26am Report to Moderator
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i've read plenty of great screenwriting sites on the net that have helped (Scriptshadow, John August's blog just to name a couple) but I was wondering if anyone has a link to a site that breaks down good description with examples?

I think I write better dialogue than descroption and would really like to "master" that art.  I have way too many walking and looking type lines of description which I feel can get the ax very easily and I'd like to see a nice write up about it.

I read professional scripts and take notes, but I'm admittedly looking for one or two articles just as context so I don't have to search through all the scripts I have.

thanks.


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I have the same problem sometimes. 'Look' is a killer!

I *think* the best way to tackle it is to just read lists of verbs and synonyms. The thesaurus is a great resource, too, and there are free ones online

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Conz
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the thesaurus is my best friend.  final draft as one built in, but i tend to just use thesaurus.com


I'd list my "work" here, but I don't know how to hyperlink.  

"Career" Highlights
-2, count em, 2 credits on my IMDB page.  
-One time a fairly prominent producer e-mailed me back.  
-I have made more than $1000 with my writing!
-I've won 2 mugs... and a thong.  (polaroids of me in thong available for $10 through PM)

@vc_wg - because I crave attention
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mcornetto
Posted: January 29th, 2012, 8:51pm Report to Moderator
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There are a MASSIVE number of articles here.  Use their search to find articles about action.

http://thescriptlab.com/
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Conz
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looks like i got a new site to spend hours on, thanks


I'd list my "work" here, but I don't know how to hyperlink.  

"Career" Highlights
-2, count em, 2 credits on my IMDB page.  
-One time a fairly prominent producer e-mailed me back.  
-I have made more than $1000 with my writing!
-I've won 2 mugs... and a thong.  (polaroids of me in thong available for $10 through PM)

@vc_wg - because I crave attention
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