Screenplays
It’s the difference between sympathy and empathy, with the latter being the deeper connection that leads to a more meaningful experience for all.
Balls of Steel by Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
We’re focusing on voice because Jeanne V. Bowerman has some serious concerns about the future of writing.
Education
This live webinar presents a process for creating a roadmap that reads as spontaneous, while also unfolding evolving characters’ story arcs that keep the reader engaged, and turning the page.
Understanding Screenwriting by Tom Stempel
Two films offer a fresh take on the screenwriting craft, while the other two deliver weaker storytelling choices.
Screenwriter Review
The new generation may not have the template of the original show in their consciousness, so this serves as a worthy introduction into the Ingalls world.
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Screenplays
The screenplay offers a number of things to teach screenwriters who take the time to do some close reading and pay attention.
Let’s take a closer look at how the characters, action and story were written on the page before they hit the screen.
Television
Alex Baze discusses the challenges and surprises of running a daily show, the importance of understanding Seth Meyers’ humor, and the balance between being funny and holding political figures accountable.
Co-Head writers Kent Sublette and Streeter Seidell share a behind-the-scenes process of creating an ‘SNL’ episode, to the unique dynamics of working with guest host Ryan Gosling.
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Career
Killer Shorts is expanding its categories to include feature-length screenplays alongside its traditional short script, one-page script, and short story divisions.
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ succeeds as a mythic fairy tale and offers screenwriters lessons in subverting familiar tropes, matching character depth to symbolic storytelling, and planting plot details so naturally.
Interviews
Brian Lynch discusses his collaboration with co-writer and director Pierre Coffin, paying homage to early Hollywood, the challenges of writing for children, and his writing process.
Ben Karlin on Comedy as a Vehicle for Discomfort, Building a Room Around Riz Ahmed, and Why a Talking Pig’s Head Was the Right Call
Writing inspiration
Learn how to navigate the process of rewriting your script like a pro; with these resources in your screenwriter’s toolkit, you might even start looking forward to it!
Craft hilarious jokes, master the art of screenwriting, and perfect your pitching skills, all while learning from top TV writers.
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Film Industry News
Sir Stephen Frears joins a line up of leading UK filmmakers including Richard Gadd, Philip Barantini, Gurinder Chadha, Joe Barton and more!
Education
Check out this month’s course offerings led by Script University’s industry experts!
Breaking & Entering by Barri Evins
When reaching out to an industry pro, specificity is the price of admission. Barri Evins draws from real life for a lesson in how to ask for what you need.
Screenplays
The film is packed full of great lessons and high emotion, but what exactly can it teach screenwriters?
Screenwriter Interviews
Leah McKendrick discusses drawing from personal inspiration, re-approaching her script eight years later, and the importance of tropes in rom-coms.
Script to Screen - Learn How to Make a Movie
Brian A. Metcalf discusses transforming a TV series into an action-packed feature, using ticking clocks to drive story and his writing process, and wearing multiple creative hats.
