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3 Step Plan For Tackling Your Rewrite
You’ve written your script and sent it out to your circle for feedback, excitedly waiting to hear how great it is… and they love it! But they have notes and you need to do another rewrite.
Going through notes and knowing how to approach them can be tough, but you can take control by breaking up your process into clear steps.
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Breaking Down the Process
First things first, you have to organize your notes into three basic areas: structure, scene, and format
5 Proven Ways to Unlock Your Creative Genius
We pour our hearts and souls into the scripts we write, our creative work, spending hours and hours alone looking at a keyboard and words on a screen, wondering what to write next. We start asking ourselves if our work is good enough. Then, the floodgates open. What if no one buys my project? What if I only have one script in me? Then, you think the unsayable, "I hate my script." If this is you, you are not alone, my creative friend. Rejection, writer's block, and self-doubt can really take a to
How to Add a Story Stream in SoCreate Screenwriting Software
Seeing multiple views of your story simultaneously is simple by using additional story streams in SoCreate Screenwriting Software.
Hollywood's New Way To Write Screenplays (Hint: It's Not AI)
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Can AI Write Better Movie Scripts Than Humans?
The introduction of artificial intelligence has indeed revolutionized many industries, and screenwriting is no exception.
Avoiding the Rabbit Hole: Story Research Tips
I’ve talked about research before, offering some general tips on how to approach the process effectively. But when I asked in the Stage 32 lounges recently what writing problem you’d solve if you could wave a magic wand, one of the responses was “going down the rabbit hole” on research.
I’d break this concern down into two parts:
Letting research swallow up too much time in the creative process.
Getting sidetracked into very interesting but potentially not very useful topics (which brings
5 Layers of Amazing Screenplay Pacing
Pacing is the single most important element of your screenplay when it comes to the reading experience. A script that's easier to read is almost always a more engaging, compelling, and pleasing script to the script reader.
Unfortunately, too many novice screenwriters have a cynical reaction when the reader is referenced as the one you need to win over. Whether you accept it or not, you need the read of your script to be swift and easy for the reader. And when we say reader, we're not just talkin
'28 Days Later' pioneered digital filmmaking. Now, its sequel '28 Years Later,' will reportedly be the first blockbuster shot on an iPhone.
Wired reported that "28 Years Later" director Danny Boyle is using adapted iPhone 15 Pro Maxes to shoot the upcoming sequel.
Crafting The Perfect Denouement In A Story
The denouement in a story is the final part where all the loose ends are tied, bringing resolution to the central conflict. While many mistake the denouement for the climax, ...
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What You Need to Know About Becoming a Film Major
Subsequent courses build on this foundation, and film majors may take classes on topics including documentary filmmaking, screenwriting, or commercial and branded content production. Some programs ...
40 Sci-Fi Movies That Are Out of This World
Grab the popcorn and prepare for lift-off. Whether you're into aliens, robots, or time travel, these must-see sci-fi movies ...
How AI Is Empowering the Next Generation of Filmmakers
Screenwriting is also experiencing an AI-driven evolution. Tools like Sudowrite and ChatGPT help writers brainstorm, develop dialogue, and outline scripts. Meanwhile, platforms like ScriptBook ...
10 Mistakes Screenwriters Make When Querying
It’s true that the writing sample is the most important part of any query letter. However, you need to spend some time making sure that the query letter is solid as well.
First impressions matter, and you can rub agents the wrong way if your query letter isn’t up to snuff.
Here are the 10 biggest mistakes screenwriters make when querying.
1. Using A Generic Greeting
If you are submitting a query letter, address the agent properly by name in your greeting.
It’s unprofessional to use a gen
Screenwriting Software Market Is Going To Boom With Major Giants Trelby, Storyist Software, Slugline, Scrivener
Global Screenwriting Software market to witness growth with a CAGR of 13.45% during the forecast period of 2024-2030 HTF Market Intelligence Consulting is uniquely positioned to empower and ...
The Truth about Screenwriting Contests
Are they worth it? At all?
The Best Screenwriting Contests That Offer Feedback
Screenwriting competitions offer more than a shiny trophy or fancy certificate written in calligraphy. There are many reasons to enter a…
Google Gemini Can Write Screenplay Coverage | No Film School
I've gone back and forth on whether or not we should be covering these giant leaps in AI, but as they become so accessible that you can use them at home, I think we have an obligation to talk about them.Mostly because people keep spending millions of dollars on coverage every year -- and AI coverage seems like the latest leap in this venture.I've tried a few different AI coverage options, and all were lacking.But I wanted to show you one from Google Gemini, because I think it's probabl
Husslup: Revolutionizing Creative Talent Networking
In today's fast-paced entertainment industry, finding and connecting with creative talent can be a daunting task. Enter Husslup, a dynamic digital platform designed to streamline this process, making it easier for both creators and industry professionals to discover, connect, and collaborate.What is Husslup?Husslup is a cutting-edge professional network tailored specifically for the entertainment and media industries. It leverages advanced technology to provide a centralized hub where talent acr
5 Tips To Make Networking Opportunities Valuable
Networking is too often associated with adjectives such as uncomfortable, artificial, or intimidating. However, there are concrete ways to change your mindset and navigate these situations effectively so it goes back to what it was originally intended for: creating and solidifying meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships, in your industry and beyond.
1) Think About Your Purpose
As a film producer, I have always wanted to work with people from all over the world to make authentic film
20 David Simon Quotes – Inspiration from the Creator of The Wire
David Simon is the Creator of The Wire, one of the greatest TV shows of all time. Receiving numerous awards and nominations for his powerful storytelling and realistic and gritty portrayal of urban life, we turn to the 20 best quotes from David Simon to gain insight into his writing and creative process.David Simon – BeginningsBefore becoming the celebrated creator of the hit TV series The Wire, David Simon began his career as an American journalist at&nbs
