Sasha Lauren, Writer/Script Doctor (310) 927-0297

for you seasoned writers, this will be obvious. For the newcomers, this may be helpful. Feature-length scripts should generally be between 90-120 pages, printed on 8.5" X 11" white paper. One side only. Numbered. Fastened securely with two brass brads. For best rates/best service in Los Angeles, call Maziar at (310) 402-7528 or go to www.scriptcopier.com Plain card stock should cover the screenplay. Please do not send the only copy of your script; submissions will not be returned. All screenplays should be written in standard script format using 12 point Courier font. Check for spelling and grammatical errors. Don't rely solely on your computer's spell check to do the work for you. These basic errors tend to signify unprofessionalism and your brilliant story may not get the due course it deserves as a result. First impressions count: does your script have a catchy title? Do you suck the reader in from the very first page? The 'five and ten' rule is that the first 10 pages and last 5 of a screenplay are among the most important elements. Have you done all that you can to make your beginning and ending effective? Remember that writing is re-writing. The first draft of a script - even if it is a fantastic concept - is generally not the one to send out professionally. Pare your descriptions down to the bare minimum. Remember, this is a script, not a novel. Make sure that every single word counts. Show, don't tell. Film is a visual medium and even a character-driven movie still has to hook its audience with a compelling plot. Ask yourself these questions: Are your characters changed/transformed by the end of the story? Are there enough conflicts and obstacles for them to overcome? Do scenes change quickly enough? (About two pages per scene is generally long enough). Does the dialogue sound realistic - i.e. do different characters speak in their own distinct ways? Congratulations! You are now ready to rise to the task of getting your wonderful stories shared by the world. This is a world that is hungry for your inspiring offerings, so we here at the EPIPHANY SCRIPTS wish you the best of luck.