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Spin Off Your Book into a Documentary

Presented by: Joseph Valencic
Categories: Documentary | Fiction | Nonfiction | Screenwriting

Joseph Valencic explores how both fiction and nonfiction books can become compelling documentaries. He explains what a treatment is, how to structure a story for the screen, and why allowing room for unexpected moments can lead to a more authentic and engaging film.

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