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I knew I
wanted to be a screenwriter.......
When I realized I
had a story to tell and a movie was the best way to tell it.
I know I've
succeeded.......
when a studio or producer buys one of my
scripts.
My inspiration
to write
THE FORTUNE TELLER.......
memories of
carnival sideshows and midways when I was a child.
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FilmMakers
Magazine:
What inspired you to write?
Marcellus
Thurman: Everyone loves a good story. People are entertained by my writing and
so am I.
FilmMakers Magazine: How did you prepare yourself to
write your first script?
Marcellus Thurman: Read
other scripts and thought about the finished product I wanted to make.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Is this your first script and how long did it take you to write THE
FORTUNE TELLER?
Marcellus Thurman:
It was not my first. I wrote it in about 2 days.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Do you have a set routine, place and time management for writing?
Marcellus Thurman: At my dining room table for at least 2 hours each
day. Either late at night or early in the morning.
FilmMakers Magazine: Do you believe screenplay contests
are important for aspiring screenwriters and why?
Marcellus Thurman:
I don't have
enough experience or knowledge about contests to answer.
FilmMakers Magazine: What influenced you to enter the
American Gem Short Script Competition?
Marcellus Thurman:
I wanted
others to see my work and for it to get some exposure.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
What script would you urge aspiring writers to read and why?
Marcellus Thurman:
Any scripts by
M. Night Shyamalan, David Mamet, Quentin Tarantino and the early works
of Spike Lee. They write the most passionate, thought provoking and
intricate stories.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Beside screenwriting what are you passionate about and why?
Marcellus Thurman:
My life revolves around my 4 year old daughter. It's all about her.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Who is your favorite Screenwriter and Why?
Marcellus Thurman:
There are several but
Quentin Tarantino is original and fearless. His character development
makes them unforgettable.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Name the director you would love to work with and why?
Marcellus Thurman:
Steven Spielberg . I think I could learn the real art or storytelling
from him.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Name the actor you would love to work with and why?
Marcellus
Thurman: Denzel Washington. In my opinion, he may be the best actor there ever
was.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
Any tips and things learned along the way to pass on to others?
Marcellus Thurman:
Plan, prepare then proceed.
FilmMakers
Magazine:
What's next for you?
Marcellus
Thurman: Finishing a feature script I've been working on and shooting a short
film this fall.
FilmMakers Magazine: Where will you be five years from
now?
Marcellus
Thurman: I'll have to check with my FORTUNE TELLER for the answer to that
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