Mark Livingston
Mark Livingston is a professional writer and producer living in Los Angeles. Check out his tumblr blog for more articles about Hollywood and the entertainment industry from an insider's prospective.
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Blockbuster Bankruptcy Reveals Three Future Trends in TechonolgyThis article discusses three powerful trends emerging in technology that are changing the way Americans access entertainment as well as influencing the economy. -
'Mob Wives' Rule VH1: When the Mob Wives Take Over, It's Gonna Be So Long 'Real Housewives'Dinner parties and shopping seem so tame compared to jail house visits and rats turning states evidence. When the "Mob Wives" take over, it's gonna be so long "Real Housewives." -
'The Paul Reiser Show' Doesn't Rise to the Occasion: The Self-Absorbed Premiere Sets a Terrible Tone for the SeriesThe show opens with Paul Reiser addressing that camera as, well, Paul Reiser complaining about getting recognized by people as the guy in "Mad About You, " only fatter. And, it's downhill from there. -
Charlie Sheen's Tour Rolls on Amid Cheers and JeersCharlie Sheens, "My Violent Torpedo of Truth/Defeat Is Not an Option" tour rolls on to boos and thunderous applause. The critics seem to be the only ones not drinking the Tiger Blood. -
Bravo Cancels "The Real Housewives of Washington D.C."Bravo officially canceled "The Real Housewives of Washington D.C." in a move that perhaps reflects a lack of public interest in the franchise as a whole. The move also shows the limit of spinoff series of hit shows. -
AMC Greenlights Season Five of Mad MenAs the weeks passed, more bad news emanated from all sides involved with the critically acclaimed show. The talent and the production company both want more money from AMC, but the network may be less enthused to back the show when its ratings are down. -
Katie Couric Leaving CBSThe Los Angeles Times is reporting that Katie Couric will likely leave the anchor chair at CBS, a post coveted by many and once occupied by Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather. -
A-List Actors Moving from Movies to TelevisionThis article discusses how the economy and technology have elicited an exodus of actors from movies to television. -
"How to Train Your Dragon" Dominates the Annies in Disney AbsenseThis article discusses the 38th annual Annie Awards, the controversy surrounding them as well as their origins. -
Finding the Real in RealityThis article discusses the trouble networks have been having casting real characters in reality shows. -
How to Write Great Television CharactersThis article reveals the secrets behind well-written protagonists and antagonist. It also discusses the roots of drama and great television characters. -
Charlie Sheen Could Cost Studio MillionsThis article discusses the tenuous relationship Hollywood has with its celebrity bad girls and boys. -
How to Write an Hour-Long Dramatic Television PilotThis article reveals the five act structure of the hour-long, dramatic television pilot and what must happen in each act. -
MTV's Troubles Continue with "Skins"This article discusses the difficulties of programming racy shows aimed at and featuring teens. -
Writing Good CharactersThis article reveals the secrets to writing effective characters that drive good stories.
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Movies Mimic Reality ShowsThree factors contributed to this 2010 movie trend: box office success of fact-based flims like, "The Social Network" and "The Fighter," the shrinking influence of A-list actors on box office and the rise of the celebrity director.
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Six Insider Tips to Become a Working ScreenwriterDo you have great ideas for television shows or movies? I interviewed an A-list attorney, manager and writer to get six tips to help aspiring writers break into show business.
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2011 Predictions for MoviesThis article discusses the biggest Hollywood movies that will be released next year and makes predictions based on box office totals in Hollywood since 2007.
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Six Simple Steps for Evaluating a MovieThis article discusses key elements in a film such as character, story, setting, etc., to consider when evaluating a movie.
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Five Hints for Starting a Career in Film or TelevisionThis article reveals five simple steps to consider when starting a career in the entertainment industry.
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Michael Hall's Stellar Television Roles, Movies -- Not so MuchThis article discusses Michael Hall's television career having helped bring smash hits, "Six Feet Under" and "Dexter" to the small screen. It also questions his choices for film roles.
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How to Write a Great Christmas CharacterThis article provides a useful checklist of characteristics great Christmas protagonists should possess.
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Five Tips for the Perfect Television PitchThis article discusses ways to impress executives should you find yourself in the position to pitch a television show. The tips also apply to any product you may be selling.
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Post Thanksgiving Weekend a No-Show for MoviegoersThis article reveals box-office totals for the weekend following Thanksgiving and provides insider commentary and insights into why certain films did well while others fared poorly.
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Why "Winter's Bone" is Raking in AwardsThis article discusses the elements of "Winter's Bone" that make it a successful film.
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The Role of the Publicist in HollywoodInspired by the recent death of top Hollywood publicist, Ronni Chasen, this article discusses how Public Relations are handled in Hollywood. It reveals how PR in Hollywood has similarities to the broader field Public Relations as well as differences.
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Five Tips for Writing a Successful Christmas MovieThis article discusses the essential elements of a successful Christmas movie including larger-than-life protagonists, plot elements and theme.
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Five Secrets to Getting Distribution for an Indie FilmThis article reveals five essential elements independent films need to get distribution. Filmmakers looking for distribution should keep that in mind from the beginning of the process not wait until their film is in post production.
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Thanksgiving Weekend Belongs to Families at the Box OfficeThis article gives the estimated box office totals for the past weekend. It also discusses why certain films performed better than others and how family movies do well over Thanksgiving weekend. It mentions Harry Potter, Disney's "Tangled" among others.
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Top Five Ways to Have Your Television Script Read by HollywoodIn this article, a Hollywood insider reveals five ways to getting original television ideas read and produced for television. He also briefly lays out the difference between an agent and a manager in the entertainment industry.