[Video]: Synthesising Sense from Chaos

Gruff, grim and grizzled screenwriting guru Robert McKee looks at what differs sophisticated contemporary works from the golden years of stage, page and screen; the rise and possible decline of film as an art form; and what the TV legal thriller Damages is doing right (hint: it involves the use of hooks. Like this one). … Read more

9 Lessons the Bible Taught Me About Screenwriting

Everyone, no matter their profession, can benefit from the wisdom contained within the most-read book on the planet. by Alicia Lawrence To prove my point, here are 10 things the Bible taught me about screenwriting. We Need a Hero The need for a hero is never more evident than in the life of Christ as … Read more

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Story & Structure :: How Screenwriting Style Changed Movies :: Struggling to Conquer the Dreaded Act Two? :: 3 Ways To Write Characters That Your Mom Can Be Proud :: Screenplay Review – Bait :: Screenplay Review – Robocop (2014) :: Amateur Friday – Vostok Script Perfection :: What We’ve Learned So Far :: What … Read more

[Video]: McKee on Being Onscreen

What do you do when somebody calls you up and asks if they can use you in their feature script? Hollywood screenwriting guru Robert McKee analyzes seeing himself portrayed on the big screen – a symbol of Hollywood, the primary character’s antagonist, and an authentic character with his own character journey. If you liked this, … Read more