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How to Write a Screenplay

Script Secrets: Hit The Ground Running!

By William C. MartellJun 17, 2020
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Script Secrets by William Martell

Script Secrets: Visual Storytelling In Character-Driven Drama- X Marks the Spot!

By William C. MartellMar 5, 2020
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Screenwriting How-To Articles

SCRIPT SECRETS: Slow Burns... Are Still On Fire

By William C. MartellOct 25, 2019
Using the movie Downsizing as an example... of what not to do... William C. Martell discusses the importance of a protagonist having clear objectives.
Screenwriting How-To Articles

SCRIPT SECRETS: The Importance of Clear Objectives

By William C. MartellFeb 26, 2019
In this month's Understanding Screenwriting, Tom Stempel dives into his analysis of the films Can You Ever Forgive Me?, Miss Bala, and The Ballad of Lester Scruggs, and also shares his tribute to screenwriter Christopher Knopf.
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SCRIPT SECRETS: Creating Unlikable Protagonists

By William C. MartellJan 15, 2019
What makes a great story? William C. Martell shares advice on using theme and throughline to create story connections.
Screenwriting How-To Articles

SCRIPT SECRETS: Story Connections - The Essentials of Theme and Through Line

By William C. MartellDec 18, 2018
An artful screenwriter gives the audience the pieces and lets them assemble those pieces themselves. In Script Secrets, William C. Martell shares tips on how to help the audience add up the details for a more rewarding viewing experience. 
Screenwriting How-To Articles

SCRIPT SECRETS: Screenwriting Basics - 2 Plus 2

By William C. MartellDec 5, 2018