What are the most overused and inaccurate movie deaths that script readers and industry insiders constantly see in screenplays — and what can be done to stop them? Let’s keep…
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What’s the difference between drama and melodrama in features and television? This is one of the most highly-debated subjects in screenwriting — drama versus melodrama. When you search for the…
How can screenwriters learn how to format and write studio script coverage? The role of a script reader is that of a gatekeeper. All scripts come through studio, agency, production…
What can screenwriters — and Hollywood — learn from the Oscar-winning screenplay Parasite? Beware Spoilers: We will be discussing the screenplay of the film and divulging plot points and many…
What are some of the most hilarious comedy screenplays that screenwriters can learn from? Reading how-to books and articles about screenwriting can only take you so far. The best education…
Should writers steal from others to advance their own stories and narratives? The short answer is a definitive YES. But before we delve into the world of creative thievery, let’s…
What are some simple guidelines screenwriters can follow to write effective loglines? Writing a compelling and engaging logline is an art form unto itself. But much like screenwriting, there’s no…
Who are some of the current movers and shakers in the comedy genre for film and television? When you’re trying to break into comedy as a screenwriter, it helps to…
You just finished your first screenplay — what should you do next? You’re excited. You’re anxious. And by all means, you should be proud. You’ve taken a huge step forward…
What can writers do to scientifically spark their imagination to solve story and characterization problems? We’ve all been there before. The writing has gone stale. The words aren’t flowing. The…
