If you had to suggest just one screenwriting book to a newbie writer back in Adelaide, which one would it be?.I think I ticked pretty much all the right boxes while steering clear of the bullshit that stops you from actually writing. I read the books, I read a ton of scripts, I analyzed them all, I did the competitions, I hustled to get a lit agent. I honestly can't say I had a lack of information and/or insights. What are three things you wish someone had told you about filmmaking when you were starting out?.The reason I enjoy collaboration is because I view the later drafts as something completely different from the first draft (which remains in pristine condition on my shelf.) I feel like Gollum about these-those many first drafts are "my preciousses". From then on scripts are sent to the collaboration partners at networks or production companies and as of the third draft I'm no longer protective-in fact, I love working with them to turn the script into something that will end up being filmed. The second draft is between me and my wife-my best and toughest critic. I tried that once and ended up rewriting everything they had written! Usually, my first draft is my own, my time and I'm very protective of this time. I like to write my scripts on my own, also don't like collaborating with other writers on a script. ![]() Have you had a mentor or are you a self-directed screenwriter?.When did you first take an interest in films/stories?. ![]() My elder brother was the rebel and I was the one who watched his fights with authority, saw what worked and what didn't, and hence coasted most of the time. My mom was the center, my dad was a salesman and on the road most of the time.
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