"Film Makers Cheat Code (Basic Screenplay Writing)" is an all-in-one guide designed to help independent filmmakers and beginner screenwriters write, structure, and protect their screenplay projects. Drawing from real-world indie experience, Rex Oatis walks readers through every major phase of story development — from idea to pitch-ready material — using practical steps, proven Hollywood structures, and ready-to-use templates.
This ebook serves as a practical roadmap for turning an idea into a professional screenplay, making it ideal for:
First-time screenwriters
Independent filmmakers
Creators looking to pitch or protect their work
What's Included:
✅ Beat Sheet Template
A fillable framework using the 15 essential beats.
Helps writers structure their story from concept to climax.
✅ Film Treatment Template
Fully outlined Treatment Template
✅ Screen Play Template
- Ready to got template for your first screenplay
✅Contracts & Legal Agreement Templates Included:
Editable templates to help protect your creative work and structure your professional collaborations:
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA
Assignment Agreement
Purchase Agreement
Option Agreement
Shopping Agreement
Collaboration Agreement
Open Writing Assignment Agreement
Representation Agreement
Submission Release Agreement