I hate to admit it now but, until very recently, I was one of those moviegoers who hated when others…
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Perhaps it was because the British film industry was in the doldrums for much of the late 20th century that…
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There are screenwriting terms and filmmaking terms — and sometimes the latter doesn't belong in the same vicinity as the…
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Believe it or not, you can finish a screenplay in just ten writing days. In fact, the ability to do…
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Editing is a complex process built around story structure, character clarity, pacing, and a host of other elements. But there’s…
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You may know screenwriter Beau Willimon as the creator of the American version of House of Cards, the hit Netflix…
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You’re probably supposed to be writing right now. Trust me, I get it. Whether you’re gunning for a deadline or…
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As a filmmaker, there are two ways to ensure you’re continually improving your knowledge and craft: Make content. Go study. …
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The death of the Miloš Forman earlier this year was a reminder of how great so many of his films…
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Cardboard characters are a screenwriter's worst nightmare. Flat, uninteresting characters make films boring. So how can writers give depth to…
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