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Filmmaking is the business of miracles, so it’s not surprising that most movies fall short of greatness. Having so many moving parts makes filmmaking much like a kitchen where a head chef and his team have to draw disparate elements
Most people think of a screenplay in the sense of it being a screenwriter’s final sign-off. The truth of the matter is much more complicated, as while the script may take 10 or more years to get to the point
A timeless treasure, Casablanca holds a unique and revered position, its screenplay etched into the annals of cinematic history as a masterpiece of storytelling and dialogue. Set against the backdrop of World War II, Casablanca weaves a tale of love,
Ask any screenwriter. The romance of writing a screenplay may be alluring enough for you to get started but this dream quickly evaporates as soon as the hard work begins. From this point it’s about persistence, willing yourself to write
Screenwriting is a creative and challenging undertaking, but it can also be a minefield. Beyond the difficulty of the writing process, it can be a nightmare when it comes to contracts and permissions. There are countless stories of screenwriters getting
Whether you’re writing a local pantomime or an Oscar-winning screenplay, there are a few things that have become synonymous with writers. For Stephen J. Cannell, the classic closing credit for The A-Team showed his page being ripped from a typewriter
Dear Screenwriter, To say that “writing a screenplay is hard work” is an understatement. This task is for those who love to lose themselves in the detail, imagination and never-ending puzzle that is a script. This is a long game,
Coming up with original and compelling script ideas is one of the most challenging aspects of screenwriting. If you take a look at what’s been hitting the big screens lately, you’ll realise that it’s become tougher than ever to create
When it comes to screenwriting advice, one of the most common suggestions is for screenwriters to read more screenplays. Much like watching more films helps broaden one’s appreciation for the language of film, so does immersing oneself in the world
To say screenwriting is a challenge is an understatement. A rewarding art form, there’s some truth to the sentiment that a screenplay is never really finished. It takes a lot of time, effort and practice to write a great screenplay.