About the Book

WHAT INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS SAY
ABOUT WENDELL:

"Few have demonstrated what Wendell brings to everything he does, determination and a passion . . . He has spirit, aptitude, and the practical experience of professional life as an artist in the entertainment industry. He acts well, he writes well . . . He's an excellent teacher of both skills with a sense of humor and compassion for honest effort."

--Peter Flood, The Walt Disney Company

"Wendell Wellman's classes have been the best I've participated in. His knowledge of writing and acting comes from his direct experience from doing both in the film business. Instead of vague discussion about film theory, Wendell offers hands-on experience from the actual doing of it."

--Richard Tuggle, Writer/Director, Tightrope, Escape from Alcatraz

"A highly qualified teacher . . . Wendell is in possession of exceptional skills and always offers unique insights . . . We always appreciate his appear-ances and will be honored to have him return again."

--Scott Burnell, Chairman, Storyboard at Sony Pictures Studios

"His teaching is engaging and stimulating and the students respond extremely positively to his presentations. I am pleased to recommend Mr. Wellman without reservation."

--Rick Rosenthal, Chair of Directing, American Film Institute, Bad Boys, Ruskies, Halloween II

"The relaxed atmosphere that Wendell created allowed for a wonderful dialogue, while his intelligence and insight brought out the best . . ."

--Billy Hayes, Midnight Express

Wendell is "an example for the students of what the human potential is. The information is invaluable to up-and-coming industry talent . . ."

--Rubin, Head, Performing and Integrated Arts, UCLA

About the Author: Wendell Wellman is a professional screenwriter who has worked on many successful films with high profile producers. His first work to hit the big screen was Clint Eastwood's Firefox, and he has written for Mr. Eastwood on other films, including Sudden Impact. He has recently finished a new screenplay, ID, and has several other scripts in development. Wendell has also just completed a new book, A Writer's Road Map.

Besides being a successful writer, Mr. Wellman is an accomplished actor who has worked in film, television, and theater for more than a decade. His work includes memorable roles in the films Sudden Impact, Somersby, Curfew, and Streets of Dreams. Mr. Wellman has worked with Clint Eastwood, Richard Gere, Jodie Foster, Bill Pullman, Morgan Fairchild, Lee Marvin, and many others. He founded the West End Theater Company, an acclaimed professional group in Los Angeles, which has produced major plays, several of which Mr. Wellman wrote and starred in.

Wendell received his M.A. in English Literature from UCLA, and taught at UCLA's Extension classes for five years. He has taught at The Learning Annex, is a repeat guest lecturer with Sony Studios's "Storyboard Group," and teaches professional classes within his theater.