Script Shadow, Carson Reeves has done a pretty respectable job compiling a simple list on why many spec scripts are good but not great. The third draft category is interesting; but IMHO, if you have to write 10 to 15 drafts to get your script right perhaps you're overthinking something.
http://scriptshadow.net/is-your-script-a-liked-it-didnt-love-it-script/Screenwriting : The Script Shadow advises screenwriters five reasons why industry folk like but don't love spec screenplays. by Phillip E. Hardy, "The Real Deal"
The Script Shadow advises screenwriters five reasons why industry folk like but don't love spec screenplays.
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Mike Tyson said “everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face.”
It’s easy to stay home and criticize. Lots of youtube experts post screenwriting videos and reference guru books as “ah, that’s how you do it. See the movie follows the book advice.” All bs.
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Classic line from Iron Mike
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Some ppl just want advice. That's why this site is amazing!
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That's actually a pretty great list for writers to think about, Phillip. I'd agree with every single one of those. Thanks for the share. I
Dan M: Man...Mike Tyson almost broke my nose once, and I was just watching the fight on TV. I forget the name of the guy who was a part of the Bum of the Month Club...but man...Iron Mike popped the dude...the dude went down...Iron Mike swung at him when he was tangled in the ropes....and I instinctively threw my hands up....hit myself in the face...almost broke my nose. Iron Mike's punches can travel miles and miles!
CJ: Not a Carson fan, eh?
Bill C: You are most welcome.