Syd Field defines the Inciting Incident, a specific incident, episode or event that dramatically impact your character’s life and literally throws them out of balance.
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December 18th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
Syd,
I’ve had your book for years. Have written a dozen one act plays.
Have just finished my first Screenplay.
Your insights are clear and crucial.
I’d love to have you help me revise my script.
Any chance of that?
Thanks, either way.
April 17th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
Of course he will…for $2,500. Go here – http://www.sydfield.com/evaluations.htm.
April 21st, 2010 at 3:08 pm
Michael – Unless you’ve found 2,500 dollars can I suggest you opt for Mr Field’s suggestion on P.293 of Screenplay: “You want the initial feedback of two people you can trust. When you’ve incorporated their suggestions, then you can send it out into the market”. Full marks on actually ‘finishing’ the screenplay though!
August 8th, 2011 at 4:54 pm
Make sure you refer buddies who will need aid for marketing fee paid at the closing.