The Harsh Reality of Screenwriting

I'm going to admit that breaking into the film industry isn't simple as you think. You finished your script. Worked endlessly to get it polished. And when you just have...

Real Talk: It's Never Too Late

I came across a post on Stage 32 the other day and someone asked if they were too old to get into screenwriting. Side note: this person was in their...

What Makes a Good Time Loop movie

Well it's Groundhog day....again...which means it's time to talk about what makes a good time loop movie. (See what I did there?) There's been dozens of time loop films since...

Making an Emotional Connection to Your Protagonist

Personally, I think the best films are those where audiences can emotionally connect with the protagonist, mainly because the protagonist is the main focus of the film. From the opening...

How does pitching a film work?

Note: The following is based on what I learned in my screenwriting class in college, so please take whatever resonates with you. Imagine this: You just completed your polished draft...

Interview with James Sullivan

Hey writers! I had a great time interviewing James Sullivan! He's a nice and professional writer with a lot of screenwriting tips and advice!   How did you get started...