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A gift for you (if you like to read screenplays)
A gift for you (if you like to read screenplays)The Black List is announced every year about this time, and for the past several years I've shared my top picks with you here. You know, just in case you're looking for something good to read during your holiday down time. 😊 If you're not already familiar, the Black List is an annual list of the industry's favorite (as-yet) unproduced screenplays. Getting familiar with the Black List scripts can give you a sense of current industry preferences and standards, in terms of quality and style. But all that aside, I really just share these scripts with you because they're good reads. So, here are a few I enjoyed and that I thought might interest you too:
If these selections aren't your cup of tea (or even if they are), I encourage you to check out the rest of the loglines on this year's Black List. See what catches your eye. If you're so inclined, you can find the screenplays with a quick Google search. It's a great time to curl up with some good reading! Until next time, Naomi |
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