This is a rejection notice from Essanay Film Manufacturing Company (1907-1925). It is remembered for a series of silent Charlie Chaplin films. I guess some of these no longer apply to today’s studio standards, such as #5 “Idea has been done before,” #11 “Not Original” and #14 “Improbable.” I also think todays writers would enjoy getting a reason for rejection, other than “pass.”

VIA: Old Hollywood

Add in the comments what disqualifiers you think should be added to todays list.