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Chapter 1 - Basic Rules for EVERY Screenplay

by T. J. Alex

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No matter how far along you are with your knowledge of screenplay writing, sometimes it's good to take a refresher course in the essentials. And for the new screenwriter, this article will help you with the bare basics, from paper size, proper margins, screenplay length, and a quick list of items to avoid as you write.

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