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In my Hero’s Journey classes I explain how in great movies, any form of movement is full of meaning. Too many writers don’t understand how to handle movement. And really, if you don’t write movement, you’re not writing a movie. by Karel Segers A chase is never just a chase. Have you noticed that the … Read more
In 2011, each week 10 judges will review two short synopses from films that are currently in development. The objective is to all (that includes us judges) learn from the exercise. Please comment on our comments! photo credit: swanksalot If you have an opinion on any of these synopses or the feedback from … Read more
Story & Structure :: Why Bridesmaids is the best comedy since The Hangover :: Mockumentary style sitcoms: innovative or lazy writing? :: Real reason why A Clockwork Orange was so disturbing Script Perfection :: Screenwriting Tips: Write for your friends | Don’t hide :: Stories closer to home :: Kill your darlings :: How to become a better writer Pitching & Selling :: Protection … Read more
In 2011, each week 10 judges will review two short synopses from films that are currently in development. The objective is to all (that includes us judges) learn from the exercise. Please comment on our comments! photo credit: swanksalot If you have an opinion on any of these synopses or the feedback from the judges, … Read more
Story & Structure :: Key story elements: Into the special world :: Great moments in romantic comedy :: Michael Mann retrospective: The Insider :: Women as violent characters in movies Script Perfection :: Skip the pleasantries :: All rewriting is problem solving :: Animation scripts aren’t always short :: Screenwriting mistakes to avoid in Alien 3 Pitching & Selling :: To change or … Read more