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In our last issue we presented a discussion about the creative situation in Hollywood, with a variety of viewpoints represented-from the established professionals like Zinnemann to the struggling outsiders like Mackenzie. Continuing our exploration of the problems and potentialities of the film in present-day America, we present below an article based on years of experience in Hollywood reporting; it attempts to assess the prevailing practices by which films are initiated in Hollywood, and to indicate possible developments that may give promise for the future.