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Topic: Colorful Language

Posted By: ABEAR111
Subject: Colorful Language
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2006 at 1:59pm

I am assuming that it is okay to throw a "four-letter word" or two in our screenplays, correct? I did not see anything limiting this in the rules and do not intend to use many (if any), but wanted to make sure they were not banned prior to going there.

Thanks.

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Posted By: NYC Midnight
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2006 at 2:17pm

Yes, there are no rules regarding explicit language. In fact, several winning screenplays in the past have had a few "four letter words" mixed into the dialogue. Just write the best screenplay you can, and don't worry about a target audience. Hope this helps - good luck!

Posted By: ABEAR111
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2006 at 10:29pm

It does. Thanks.