Inception is a mind heist. A film about a group of people who made it their mission to plant ideas in the minds of others. A novel idea and arguably the greatest heist movie of all-time, it’s also a surreal
Brainstorming Your Way to the Big Screen
Conquering Screenwriting Fears: Rejection and the Perceived Lack of Talent
Are you a screenwriter? Have you been wrestling with self-doubt and trying to overcome obstacles that seem to go beyond the page? Rejection There are countless examples of screenwriters who have persevered through one rejection after another until they reach
Screenwriting Fears: The Blank Page and The Bad Idea
It’s said that people fear public speaking more than death, meaning that most would rather be in the casket than delivering the eulogy. Much like writing the perfect speech, there can be some fear around creating the perfect script. Screenwriting
Screenwriting for Subtext
As you may have heard many times before, screenwriting is an art form. Something that can take years if not decades to master. Knowing how to write with efficiency and convey story without overwriting can take a great deal of
Film Narration: Swathe, Don’t Slap
The use of narration in film is something that varies depending on who you ask. Some consider it to be lazy, using the overarching soundtrack to inform the characters, paint their inner worlds and give voice to the voiceless. You
Story Integrity: Getting on the Same Page
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
Understanding the Nuances of a Script and a Director’s Script
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
The Enduring Legacy of Casablanca: A Masterpiece of Screenwriting
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,
‘Cut to the Chase: Scriptwriting for Beginners’… A Writing Course Condensed into a Book
‘Cut to the Chase: Scriptwriting for Beginners’ by Janet van Eeden is a screenwriting course condensed into a book. Taken from someone who’s got the t-shirt with over 20 years of industry experience, the author has invested rich personal insights
The Writing Studio Announces November Workshop: Unleash Your Storyteller Within
Set to take place in Cape Town and Johannesburg from 25 November, the ‘Write Journey’ workshop is an interactive, intimate, and introspective experience that empowers writers of all levels to take ownership of their stories. Whether you’re a beginner, an