Story. Screenplay. Sale.
Syd Field was the first true screenwriting guru and his book Screenplay is still a standard, more than thirty years after its initial publication. During his first visit to the city with his name, we interviewed him about his career and craft. Final Part, continued from Part 2 Interview: Karel Segers, David Trendall and Niels … Read more
I have huge respect for filmmakers who make a statement about the world – or even want to change the world – by using metaphors. District 9 is a South-African film about apartheid. Millions have seen it all over the world … and enjoyed it. You may argue that Blomkamp hasn’t changed the world with … Read more
Story & Structure :: Robert Towne’s reflections on screenwriting :: The Truman Show: Peter Weir retrospective :: Story about a tire that comes to life Script Perfection :: Screenwriting Tips: Protagonist’s motivations | Script outlines | I’m still working on it :: Pseudo slugs :: Lose the transitions :: Biggest genre mistakes Pitching & Selling :: What producers want Best of the Rest :: Why are … Read more
Most of Steve Kaplan’s comedy examples are timeless. Groundhog Day is a couple of decades old, Seinfeld ran for nine years. What does Steve think is the most innovating – and timeless – comedy on television today? (Continued from Part 2) Steve: In terms of political satire no-one has done it better than John Stewart … Read more
In 2011, each week 10 judges will review two short synopses from films that are currently in development. Today: a socio-political drama and a children’s movie. Please comment on our comments! photo credit: swanksalot If you have an opinion on any of these synopses or the feedback from the judges, please share it with us … Read more