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How many times have you had a great idea for a movie – only to give up on it, worried that it’s not good enough? Tim Sullivan gives an insightful and entertaining lecture on how to silence the inner critic during the creative phase. Tim Sullivan began his career as a scriptwriter with the filmmaker … Read more
Seinfeld is possibly one of the most successful shows in TV history, and it owes much of its success to the titular character who brought so much of his own unique philosophy to life’s strangehoods. In this video Jerry offers his own perspective on how reality, viewed at the correct angle, yields comedy. If you … Read more
This video’s doing the rounds, and with good reason: it’s a must-see if you’re interested in how stories will be told in the age of digital. Kevin Spacey gives an impassioned talk about how the digitally native will engage with all types of media in ways traditional features ‘could only dream of’. It’s all content, … Read more
Critics adore Orange Is The News Black, the kooky brainchild of Jenji Kohan (Weeds, Tracey Takes On…). The enigmatic showrunner discusses getting stories about women on TV, soapbox moments, the anatomy of a prison drama, and how to access a ‘certain audience’. If you liked this, check out more videos about screenwriting or filmmaking. And … Read more
A fascinating, rambling discource on what makes good art, from the fascinating, rambling Brendan Cowell. As one of Australia’s most recognisable actors and playwrights, Brendan works across the spectrum of TV, film, and theatre. His play Rabbit, was the recipient of the 2003 Griffin Playwriting award for most outstanding new work, and a second play … Read more