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Synonyms and transition words are two important tools in the repertoire of a writer.

English transition words and phrases are essential, since they not only connect ideas, but can also introduce a certain shift, contrast or oppos… [Read More…]


Here are ten important writing tips; collected from various websites, forums, social networking platforms and other sources. This list is in no particular order.

1. Show more, tell less - Yes, I kn… [Read More…]


Have you got a film project, a script or a manuscript ready to be published but cannot see the light of the day due to lack of funds? If your answer is yes, then this article is for you. Read on to know how [Read More…]


What is copyright?

Copyright is a right given by the law to creators of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works and producers of cinematograph films and sound recordings. In fact, it is a bundle of rights including… [Read More…]


Storyboarding streamlines production process to a great extent.

So what is storyboarding?

Simply put, it means creating shot by shot visuals of film/ad script, usually hand drawn on a A4 size paper with six symmetrical containers ( 16:9 format… [Read More…]




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On my blog you will find articles, tips and ideas related to film scripts, films, writing and software. I look forward to reader comments and suggestions.

Although most of my time is spent writing books and film scripts I frequently update this blog. So please visit again. I am sure you will find some really nice tips, tricks and help notes.

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NEW YEAR STORY - COMING SOON

The Story - New Year Eve

Rohan was filled with mixed emotions. Today would be his last day in the Mumbai branch of Cooper & Cooper. He was instructed to take charge of the Pune office as an assistant manager. The new designation did not excite him. The reason was, Ragini. His love, his life. But what hurt Rohan the most was in all the years that he worked with her he could not convey his feelings.

Seated alone in his cabin, he decided to tell Ragini about his feelings at the party later in the evening.

SCREEN WRITING IN iPAD

Apple's iWork app called Pages allows you to use a 'Screenplay' template, located in the creative category of the template options. Though it doesn't work like Final Draft, screenwriting experience is not that bad, considering it was not made to perform like a full fledged screen writing software.

It is definitely a great alternative for budding writers, who might find the price of Final Draft and MovieMagic exorbitant.

However, there are two major problems in working with iWork pages screenplay template. One, keyboard shortcuts cannot be assigned to styles. Two, it doesn't give MORE and CONTINUED options. You can't key them in manually, because the moment you add some text, they will shift out of alignment.

As for the styles, it can be adjusted using the Inspector, to re-define what style happens next when you hit the return key.