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What is the difference between a script, a screenplay, and a teleplay?

“Script” is the most general of the three terms, and is not reserved

How many acts does a TV show have?

As of 2011, the typical hour-long drama has an open, plus six acts.

What does a manager do?

In brief, a manager manages your career. This includes tangible

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How do I describe a scene when some of the action takes place on a screen?

You can use ON SCREEN and BACK TO SCENE as ways to move from the scene

What does “Off him…” mean in a screenplay?

"Off him" indicates that the camera is on a character who is reacting

What does OOV mean?

OOV stands for "Out of View," and is used much like (O.C.) or (O.S.).

Do I need to register or copyright my screenplay?

Copyright automatically exists when you write something. Proof that

How do you indicate voiceover from a different point in time?

There may be an instance in which voiceover from another point in time

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