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I had qualms with the ending to Toy Story 3. Doesn’t the ending fall into the infamous “deus ex machina” category? Pixar claims to keep your book, “Story,” at their side at all times. I’m curious why they went with that ending.

I had qualms with the ending to Toy Story 3. Doesn’t the ending fall into the infamous “deus ex machina” category? Pixar claims to keep your book, “Story,” at their side at all times. I’m curious why they went with that ending.

May 06, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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How complex (in terms of dimensions) should the lead character be in a crime story to make the story interesting and compelling?

How complex (in terms of dimensions) should the lead character be in a crime story to make the story interesting and compelling?

May 05, 2011 - 12:00 AM

How many dimensions do the protagonist and love interest in a love story generally have? What is the minimum number of dimensions for a lead role in this genre?

How many dimensions do the protagonist and love interest in a love story generally have? What is the minimum number of dimensions for a lead role in this genre?

May 04, 2011 - 12:00 AM

Should a writer go the independent route on financing and accept the idea of lower budgets, or take a “long shot” and submit the script to an agent?

Should a writer go the independent route on financing and accept the idea of lower budgets, or take a “long shot” and submit the script to an agent?

May 03, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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I have the beginning and end of my story, and have worked out breakdowns up to the midpoint. But, I’m still not getting a rising climax. Any tips?

I have the beginning and end of my story, and have worked out breakdowns up to the midpoint. But, I’m still not getting a rising climax. Any tips?

May 02, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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If the negation of the negation occurs in the last act, does the event often lead directly to the protagonist’s crisis decision?

If the negation of the negation occurs in the last act, does the event often lead directly to the protagonist’s crisis decision?

Apr 29, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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Is a fiction based on historical events better served using the real-life names from the event, or using fictitious names?

Is a fiction based on historical events better served using the real-life names from the event, or using fictitious names?

Apr 28, 2011 - 12:00 AM

You have said that for excellent screenwriters, it is a seller’s market. Is this true for an unknown screenwriter with no powerful insider contacts and no track record?

You have said that for excellent screenwriters, it is a seller’s market. Is this true for an unknown screenwriter with no powerful insider contacts and no track record?

Apr 27, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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Can you recommend some recent films with an education plot? Are they rare because of the level of skill they require?

Can you recommend some recent films with an education plot? Are they rare because of the level of skill they require?

Apr 26, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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As a screenwriter should I keep in mind how much money the producer will have to spend for the movie? Is it a good idea to write "helicopter crashes into bus" without hesitation?

As a screenwriter should I keep in mind how much money the producer will have to spend for the movie? Is it a good idea to write "helicopter crashes into bus" without hesitation?

Apr 25, 2011 - 12:00 AM

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