
One of the most misinterpreted opportunities that screenwriters will encounter is open writing assignments (OWAs). When we’re talking about OWAs, we’re not talking about contracted...
One of the most misinterpreted opportunities that screenwriters will encounter is open writing assignments (OWAs). When we’re talking about OWAs, we’re not talking about contracted...
I stumbled upon this excellent Hollywood Reporter interview with Ridley Scott (Alien, Blade Runner, Gladiator I and II, etc.). Some of the best advice for...
The unmotivated don’t make it. This statement is true in any industry or career, but it’s especially true when you have dreams and aspirations to...
Storyboarding isn’t “writing," at least not in the way you might think since it’s not typing words onto a page in an industry-determined standard. Whether...
You go into the movie theater or click on a selection and two hours (give or take) later you’re left wondering, “How do bad movies...
Hi ScreenCraft readers! My name is Etan Muskat, and I was a 2021 Screencraft Fellowship Winner. I’m happy to have the opportunity to share some...
I’ve covered this topic before, but I really want to give you the perspective of a professional screenwriter who has to deal with page count...
I’ve been around the film and television industry block for almost 25 years now—nearly 18 years as a pro screenwriter. So, trust me, I know...
The title isn’t clickbait or hyperbole (this really happened)—and this isn’t intended as a “me” piece. I’m here to tell the true story of an...
What is this piece doing on a screenwriting blog? Well, I’m a firm believer in the practice of screenwriters learning as much as they can...