There are five steps between the idea for writing a screenplay and its successful release as a movie to 1. write the screenplay, 2. sell the screenplay, 3. fund for the movie, 4. make the movie and 5. distribute the movie. Most books about the writing/filmmaking process deal with one step or a portion of one step. This book is comprehensive. It’s about one process with five complicated, integrated and challenging steps. It’s an overview for anyone who wants to work in the film industry or any of its ancillary professions. It's the kind of book you will want to save to refer to again and again.