Final Draft Smart Type: A Secret Tip for Screenwriters
Final Draft is the go-to software for many screenwriting professionals. It’s packed with powerful features and tools that streamline the writing process. But …
Screenwriting is the heavy lifting of all movie projects. Without a great script, it is impossible to produce a great film. The following articles are written by experts with years of experience writing for both film and television. Even if you do not live in Hollywood or have any industry connections, the following articles will give you actionable tactics on how to get your writing noticed, read and sold.
Final Draft is the go-to software for many screenwriting professionals. It’s packed with powerful features and tools that streamline the writing process. But …
If you wrote a complicated, character driven script and you’re trying to figure out how to condense it into one log line, have a trusted friend read your script and then ask him or her tell you what it’s about.
What is the REAL first draft of your screenplay? A big mistake many new screenwriters make is thinking the first draft is the …
If you just wrote a screenplay, congratulations. You just completed one of the hardest things to do in Hollywood. And if you’re like …
When you look at the most recent Academy Awards for gender inclusion, it is surprising that of the non-acting categories, only twenty percent of …
You need to write or develop a great screenplay to make a great movie. While this advice may seem obvious, many filmmakers can’t …
Very few screenwriting books offer tactics on how to sell a screenplay without an agent. Something that will add credits to your IMDB, put …
A few years back I had the first draft of my first screenplay ever. Like a lot of folks who dream of Hollywood success, I was eager to share my work with the world. Problem was, I had no idea what I was doing. Through a friend of a friend, I was put in contact with an “entertainment attorney.”
Do you write or acquire a screenplay? Think about it. Screenwriting is the heavy lifting for your movie. Without a good script you limit …
I’ve seen a lot of short films over the years. Frequently I’ve been impressed by the visuals, the level of the acting, sometimes the innovative use of a mix of media. Can you guess what most often is the weakest link?
Various types of Comedy are used in comedy films, ranging from slapstick comedy to satire. When you’re writing a comedy, it’s essential to …
The importance of having an awesome screenplay can’t be overstated. Your script is the blueprint for your film. And because your movie script …