If you're having trouble writing, it's likely you just don't know the proper steps to take or might be lacking direction. While there is no magic formula to writing a good screenplay, I think there is a helpful order to doing things. Of course, some may just want to throw order out the window as … Continue reading Time for Some Research
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The Idea: Coming Up With The Story Concept
Recently on Thursdays, I've been skipping the "Quote of the Day" for something I feel would be a bit more beneficial at the moment. I've been writing pieces on how to write a good story. The last two were about gaining a familiarity for screenplays through reading scripts and doing script coverage. If you're having … Continue reading The Idea: Coming Up With The Story Concept
Reading Is Writing
Okay class, today's lesson is a simple one. If you're having trouble writing scripts, it may simply be that you haven't read many or any at all. Reading books, and watching movies and TV shows can definitely help with story structure, but until you've read your fair share of scripts you won't likely have an … Continue reading Reading Is Writing
Friday Fun – Research
One point I forgot to make of yesterday's super important topic of research. If you do too good of a job the CIA might come after you. Get the facts right though! Totally worth it.
Quote of the Day – Robert McKee
Research is very important in writing. Right now we live in a world where many people aren't checking their facts before speaking or writing. Fake news has become a major problem because of this, and makes it easier than ever to mistake fact for fiction. It's important to check facts, and make sure you're not a … Continue reading Quote of the Day – Robert McKee
Friday Fun – What’s Your Story About?
"What's your movie going to be about?" "Well, it's kind of complicated to explain, but here I go. It's about pizza and life, and well wait, let me start over. It's about a guy who buys a slice of pizza that changes his life. You see, blah blah blah..." "Uh huh...." "Blah blah blahhhhhh. Well … Continue reading Friday Fun – What’s Your Story About?
In-Depth Interview – Theodore Melfi and Allison Schroeder
The Oscar’s were held recently, and there were some great screenwriters up for the awards. If you’d like to see a full list of the winners, check out our post: Oscar Winners 2017. We’ll be continuing to post our selections of in-depth interviews for the next several weeks until we go over all of the nominees. This … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Theodore Melfi and Allison Schroeder
In-Depth Interview – Luke Davies
This week's interview takes a look at Oscar nominated writer, Luke Davies. He wrote the adapted screenplay for "Lion." He's most well-known for his "Candy," "Life," and his most recent film, "Lion." He's also known as a poet and novelist. "If you aren’t familiar with Lion, it’s based on the true story of a young … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Luke Davies
In-Depth Interview – Eric Heisserer
This week's Oscar nominated writer is Eric Heisserer, who wrote the adapted screenplay for "Arrival." He's otherwise known for "The Thing," "Lights Out," and "Final Destination 5," all of which are horror movies. "Arrival" deals with some psychological thrills for sure, but it's more of a drama, and a welcome deviation from what I've … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Eric Heisserer
In-Depth Interview – Damien Chazelle
Damien Chazelle has certainly come on to my radar this year. Over the past several years he has written and directed a couple of my favorites, "Whiplash," "10 Cloverfield Lane," and "La La Land." His characters and stories are wonderfully written, and his films have consistently kept me on the edge of my seat. … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Damien Chazelle
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