Livin' That Freelance Life!
Livin' That Freelance Life!
During my foray into reality TV, I came to understand that the story producers/editors are essentially the writers. Although they are not writing screenplays with dialog and action, they are outlining what needs to happen for each episode of the series to be engaging. Their …
I’ll admit, I don’t watch reality TV. I mean, I’ve occasionally watched a few episodes out of curiosity, but my real interest is in how it’s made and what makes it successful. Since there has been little work for me in the world of scripted …
WHAT’S HAPPENING Even for those who are not “in the industry” a hotly debated topic of conversation these days is, of course, the ongoing WGA and SAG/AFTRA dual strike. It’s a hot bed of complex issues, with far-reaching implications for the global film industry. It …
Rewriting a screenplay is like sculpting a piece of art. It’s a process of refining, reshaping, and sometimes even starting over. Here’s a step-by-step approach that I’ve found to be effective: Take a Break: After you’ve finished your first draft, take a little time away …
Story comes out of Character. No matter what world you create for your characters, or the inciting incident that sets them on their journey, nor even the conflict you think will drive the story, it all goes nowhere if your character is not well developed. …
Sometimes we need a little something to get the creative juices flowing. Using creative writers prompts often unlocks writers block. I believe the best stories come out of character development and I boil the primary building blocks down to three main things: Negative Traits, Positive …
Those who know me personally, know that I began my storytelling journey a lifetime ago but my foray into the world of film and tv production started 5 years ago. Since then, I have hustled hard, starting off as a locations PA (if you know, …
Join my creative friends and me for workshops on Vancouver Island! Think ‘Paint Nite’ workshop parties, but for screenwriters and filmmakers. These workshops are focused on all things filmmaking and screenwriting. The workshop instructors work in the entertainment world and have a yen for mentoring …
Creating a compelling scene in a screenplay is a delicate balance of several elements. Here are some key aspects to consider: Objective: Every scene should have a clear objective or purpose. This could be to advance the plot, reveal something about a character, or set …
CHARACTER ARC COMPARISON: TV Series vs. Feature Film Scope and Duration: TV Series: The character arc may span multiple seasons or episodes, allowing for more gradual and nuanced development over time. Feature Film: The character arc needs to be condensed within the limited runtime of …