Romancing the A-List: How to Write the Script the Big Stars Want to Make

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This is what it takes..., December 2, 2008
By Thomas Malloy (Los Angeles, CA)
At the end of the day, unless your script attracts talent, it's going to be a very tough sell, or a tough movie to get off the ground. I was a real big fan of this book, especially the section on thinking about and analyzing what film influenced you most. Chris Keane has a unique approach to writing a star vehicle that will translate to you as you read. - Tom Malloy, author, BANKROLL: A New Approach to Financing Feature Films.



Screenwriter/teacher extraordinaire, July 12, 2008
By Barbara L. Mannewitz
Chris Keane does it all. I've been fortunate enough to be in his group in Maui and am about to be in his class in Maine. Everything other reviewers have said is right on, but one more comment is needed. Chris Keane actually cares greatly about his students whether they are new to the craft or old hands. He listens intently and answers thoughtfully. Oh, and he actually knows what he's talking about and speaks from vast experience. No wonder he's in such demand all over the world as an instructor. He knows how to "get 'er done". Any and all of his books should be OPEN on your desk, folks.

Barbara Lord Mannewitz (Bury Thy Brother)



great, July 3, 2008
By S. Takesian (Boston)
If you are looking to learn about what attracts attention in the industry, read this book.



A Great Investment of Time & Money, June 13, 2008
By P. Packenham (Boston)
Romancing the A-List: How to Write the Script the Big Stars Want to Make

Chris Keane has written an indispensable tactical manual for the aspiring screenwriter. He generously shares his wealth of insider knowledge and industry experience. I want to take a week-end off, lock myself away somewhere and re-read the entire book ... it is that good. That useful. I suspect that "Romancing the A-List" it will become a reference beacon for many writers.
-P. Packenham






A big star can sell a movie much more than any other aspect , June 7, 2008
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
A big star can sell a movie much more than any other aspect - someone may be a fan of Hugh Jackman, but few would be fans of David Hayter, the screenwriter responsible for one Jackman's big films in 'X-Men'. "Romancing the A-List: Writing the Script The Big Stars Want to Make" is a complete and comprehensive guide to attracting those big stars to your screenplay, for that star support in getting the script writer's movie made - and to assure it will get the attention it deserves. Deftly composed and a must for wannabe screen writers, "Romancing the A-List: Writing the Script the Big Stars Want to Make" is highly recommended for writing collections, as well as professional, academic, and community library collections dedicated to film making.