Screenwriting
Learn screenwriting and how to write effectively for both screen and video is a vital skill for filmmakers of all kinds. It is both an art and a science.
This category involves sharing the all-time best screenwriting tips, tricks and ideas...shared from some of the world’s best screenwriters.
(and maybe a few ideas from yours truly!)
What Is Alliteration? Definition, Examples & How To Use It The Right Way
December 3, 2021
Find out what alliteration is, how to use it in your writing and filmmaking, how you can avoid the pitfalls that often occur when using it.
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Best Adapted Screenplay: 15 Top Adapted Screenplays Of All Time
December 2, 2021
Best adapted screenplay movies. Find out which of the Academy Award nominations for best adapted screenplay are worth your time watching.
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What Is a Paradox? Definition, Examples & How To Use It
December 2, 2021
A paradox can be defined as something that seems to contradict itself, but in reality does not. Learn more about what this means.
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What Is Dystopian Fiction? Definition, Examples & How To Create It
December 2, 2021
A guide to the genre of dystopian fiction. Learn about common themes and examples of this style in movies, TV shows, books and more.
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What Is Situational Irony? A Definitive Guide
December 2, 2021
Situational irony is a literary device in which the meaning of a certain situation is different from what readers expect it to be.
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What Is a MacGuffin? The Definitive Guide
December 1, 2021
A macguffin is a plot device in the form of some goal, desired object or valuable that drives the characters in the story.
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What Is Point of View? Definition, Examples & How To Use It The Right Way
December 1, 2021
We help filmmakers understand the importance of point-of-view and how it can enhance storytelling. Includes tips on how to achieve POV.
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Writing a Sitcom Script: The Definitive Guide
December 1, 2021
Do you want to write a sitcom script? This post includes the 7 steps you should take before writing and how to format your script.
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How To Write a Spec Script: Complete Guide To Doing It The Right Way
November 30, 2021
How to Write a Spec Script the right way. A step-by-step guide on how to write a spec script that will get you noticed by Hollywood.
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How To Write a Voice Over Montage: Complete Guide To Doing It Right
November 30, 2021
A guide on how to write a voice over montage for your film project. This method will work for any film script, including promo video scripts.
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