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Question: How do I make this work!?
Ok I am writing a book (it's Lifetime worthy style) and intending for a movie to be made based on it!. I intend to play my main character because we both share the same syndrome and problem!. (I don't know any actors with my syndrome)!.

The 'bigger' stars will be the main character's siblings and best friend!. I am even basing my main character's love interest on what 3 specific actors WOULD be interested in playing!.

Suggestions on how to make this happen!? Or is that impossible!?


Or do I need to write it in screenplay format (I know they only read the first and last 4 pages of the script)!? Or how can I get a say in my request for actors to play my characters!?

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Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:
I'm not sure where you start except that you will need to have a good, solid story line!. You might need to take a workshop about the key elements of story telling!. Stories have certain qualities and elements, that make them compelling and interesting to read or watch!. If you don't know what they are, you might want to figure that out!.

Otherwise, I would say that you are on the right track by looking for information, but don't underestimate the importance of knowing exactly where you want to take the entire project!. Be VERY, VERY SPECIFIC AND DETAILED!. The more specific you are about what you want, the more likely is that you will be able to make it happen!.

Don't be in such a hurry to rush off and get something done to achieve your goal without spending the necessary time, to do these things that I mentioned above FIRST!.

Without a good story, your whole project crumbles!.

Anyway, congratulations! This is a great idea!. One of the reasons why many aspiring actors don't make it is because the only way they know about to get acting work is "get a head shot, resume, write a cover letter and try to get an agent!." What they don't realize is that there are many other ways to get acting work and get your self set up in the industry!.

Your project is ambitious, but if you really and truly want it and go about in a smart way, you could very well achieve what you are looking to achieve!. But you will have to work really, really hard!.

Good luck!

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First, finish your book and try to get it published!. Many publishers give the movie rights to you, so depending on the success of your book, you will know if it is screen-worthy!. Most great movies started as successful books!. One step at a time, and be patient!. You sound like a talented person and I wish you success!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

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