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The article focuses on the making of the film "The Canyons" directed by Paul Schrader and starring Lindsay Lohan and James Deen, and discusses mentions that the film was initially criticized prior to release but later after release proved to be a much better written and more technically assured film. It further discusses how Bret Easton Ellis and his team managed to create this low-budget Hollywood film and presents a blueprint derived with the discussion for moviemaking.

The author discusses the his book "Screenwriter's Toolkit: 101 Writing Exercises" that he authored with director and copy-editor Billie Rain, and also presents a sample of 18 of his favorite assignments for practicing and creating interesting screenplays. As mentioned, the exercise include establishment of confidence in one's ability in writing, recognition of one's failure points and limitations, and creation of compelling chatacters.

The article offers a guide for motion picture education in the U.S. It offers information on the California Film Institute that offers training on films and digital equipments. It states that Columbia University offers programs in Creative Producing and Screenwriting/Directing for undergraduates. It offers information on the Boston University Center for Digital Imaging Arts.