What makes a good screenplay in Adams opinion?
Well we already mentioned he likes “high concept” material. But, as Adam states, “the first ten pages have to be really good. I have to see the story, I’m very visual…and nothing over 125 pages”. As with any other producer, Adam wants “proper format”. He doesn’t mind an amateur writer, only an amateur looking script. If you want to be treated like a professional, have a professional looking script. But, ultimately it depends on if you can write. So if Adam gets through your first ten pages and finds behind those pages a script that is “well written”, you might just be on your way! Adam reads every screenplay he requests, no readers! This is impressive, and it makes sense. Adam is in complete control at all times. He knows what he wants, and why have a reader screw that up…I like that! Adam says he “works well with the unknown, and the un-represented writer…writers don’t need an agent to sell”, and this is true. (Writers should, however, always have an attorney look over any contr
