Most movies that release are PG-13 or under. It makes sense, after all the movie business is a BUSINESS, and the wider the reach of the audience the more money they make. That being said, I think there's a thirst for something raw and real, something that doesn't hold back, and that's where recent releases … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – James Mangold
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Friday Fun – Dream Date
Spring is here and love is in the air. There's nothing like the scent of books and coffee. There's just something so special about a bookstore.
In- Depth Look – Edgar Wright
I recently saw the trailer for "Baby Driver," and I am more than ready for the next Edgar Wright film to come out. It made me think about this great video I saw a few years back about how he uses his visuals in his directing style. In my opinion, he's one of the best comedy … Continue reading In- Depth Look – Edgar Wright
In-Depth Interview – Mike Mills
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. This week is the last week of our in-depth interviews of the nominees. I searched the internet for the best interviews I could find … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Mike Mills
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?
Quote of the Day – John Carpenter
"In England, I am a horror movie director. In Germany, I am a filmmaker. In the US, I am a bum." – John Carpenter John Carpenter is most well-known for the "Halloween" series and "Escape From New York," but he has a long list of scripts he's written. There are two sayings about audiences. One … Continue reading Quote of the Day – John Carpenter
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
Friday Fun – Those Things Called Books
Books are fun! You can learn things in them. It may hurt your brain a little, but trust me it's totally worth it. As a writer, books can be your best friend. If I want to write the best possible story about a guy trying to make it in Hollywood, I could just make it up … Continue reading Friday Fun – Those Things Called Books
Quote of the Day – Sylvia Plath
Sylvia Plath was a famous author and poet, and lived only until she was 33. She made a major impact on the world. I remember reading her book, "The Bell Jar" in high school. I think she makes a good point in this quote. If there is a voice in you that can't be contained, … Continue reading Quote of the Day – Sylvia Plath
Friday Fun – Writing Goals
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