On Saturday afternoons, a friend and I (both new screenwriters) get together to discuss various aspects of writing (character, plot, development, psychology, etc.). Sometimes we sit around and talk about problems we're having with whatever we are each working on. Other times we rent a video (or go to a theater) and follow up with a discussion of what we liked and didn't like about the film (usually focusing on writing and character development). The point is to help each other solve problems, develop as writers and keeping each other motivated. I'm hoping there are others in New York City who are interested in joining us. I live in downtown Brooklyn (next to Brooklyn Heights). We can get together at my place, watch a film, then have a discussion about the film, any works-in-progress anyone wishes to share or any other writing-related topics. The goal is to assemble a group of writers that have varying interests, styles and points of view, so that we can all help each other. Over time, we can develop a rotating meeting place. If you're interested in joining us, send me an e-mail ([log in to unmask]) or leave me a voicemail on my pager/voicemail number (917-467-5895). ---- Online resources for film/TV studies may be found at ScreenSite http://www.tcf.ua.edu/screensite