In this follow-up blog, Miquiel Banks (screenwriter, film/theatre journalist, and story analyst) talks about the next three levels of the 9 Levels of Story: Creative, Project, & Story
Here’s the link to part one of this blog...
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In this follow-up blog, Miquiel Banks (screenwriter, film/theatre journalist, and story analyst) talks about the next three levels of the 9 Levels of Story: Creative, Project, & Story
Here’s the link to part one of this blog...
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Today’s the last day to enter Stage 32’s fourth monthly logline contest! The deadline to submit ONE logline is midnight (PT).
The top logline will be given a FREE CONTEST ENTRY to Stage 32’s 4th Annual Television Comedy Contest! And the TOP THREE LOGLINES will be entered to win the GRAND PRIZE at th...
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Rosalind Winton (editor and owner of One Voice Editing Services) talks about why writers shouldn’t be afraid to write descriptively in today’s blog.
Here's an excerpt from the blog: “If there is too much description, it can always be edited down. I believe that whether it's a novel or a screenplay, y...
Expand postYou're welcome, Foster West Foster West. I suggest adding a profile picture and a detailed bio when you get a chance. People will feel more comfortable networking and collaborating with you if they kn...
Expand commentHow so, Stefano Pavone?
Because I have a tendency to write loquaciously, coming from a novel background, and I am somewhat reluctant to reduce or condense my writing too much when it comes to writing screenplays, fearing that simple, stale language will deprive the story of any kind of atmosphere or personality.
Glad the blog helped, Stefano Pavone. You ("you" as in any screenwriter) don't wanna put too much description, but you also don't wanna put too little description. You gotta find a balance....
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Hey friends, today is the Extended Deadline for the 3rd Annual Romantic Comedy Screenwriting Contest. So now is the last chance to reach into your hearts and teach us a couple fun lessons about love with your scripts! Remember, you can always order the Feedback + Resubmission option to get coverage...
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Advice and thoughts please...
My first feature screenplay has been optioned by a UK producer - we signed the deal two weeks ago using an industry standard template. This is my first time with an option, so you can imagine, I'm feeling happy about something finally happening - woohoo! The producer has...
Expand postSteve Mallinson, not only is this element of screenwriting not talked about much, when it is, it's talked about by people with little to no experience.
My advice here is to tread carefully, take all op...
Expand commentIt's no longer your script, which is hard to swallow but if you're not directing then it's no longer the story you're telling.
I think the ultimate goal of every screenwriter is to see their script see the daylight. If that's what you wish then go with the flow and do whatever it takes to see if not your story your characters come to life.
To zag here -- at a point though, if you can already tell you wouldn't be in love with a potential future film made off your script given the changes required, then it's okay to step away and let this...
Expand commentOf all the free screenwriting software, which one do you think is the best?
Technically, the best free software is Windows Notepad. When you're in the process of writing, you don't want to be editing. Seeing little squiggly lines on spelling and grammar makes you want to keep...
Expand commentI get asked this a lot, so I made a page on our Rochester Writers Workshop site.
Most “free” apps are really fremium, meaning you get a couple things free, then pay to u...
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So, I've finished my first feature screenplay, submitted to a few competition and festivals, without really knowing what I'm doing.
This was the third award in a couple of weeks, and I'm excited that people actually (well.. at least possibly) read it.
However, I've realized that telling a good story i...
Expand postYes I have won screenplay awards but still nothing has come out of this and sometimes I wonder? I don't know about you Micke, but I'm continuing receiving emails from screenplay competitions all over...
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Have you entered Stage 32’s fourth monthly logline contest of the year? The deadline to submit ONE logline is tomorrow April 30th at Midnight (PT).
The top logline will be given a FREE CONTEST ENTRY to Stage 32’s 4th Annual Television Comedy Contest! And the TOP THREE LOGLINES will be entered to wi...
Expand postYou're welcome, Rob Jones. Yes, this logline contest is new. It started April 24th.
Lately my "writing music" has included, but not limited, to the following albums:
Lour Reed, American Poet
The Jesus and Mary Chain, Psychocandy
Rimsky-Korsakov, Scheherazade
Blonde Redhead, Sit Down for Dinner
Warpaint, Radiate Like This
Igor Stravinsky, Bernstein Conducts Stravinsky
When I'm writing, I don't listen to music. If I listen to anything it's usually a movies or series from the 80s or 90s. For instance, right now I'm writing a mystery thriller pilot so I watch episodes of MIAMI VICE that are on Youtube.
Jerry Robbins I've heard of writers doing that and also placing their desk in front of a blank wall so they have nothing to look at.
Dig the playlist! Mine depends on the project, and I typically use music during the story design stage. Once I start writing dialogue I typically switch to nature sounds on an App/ or keep it silent a...
Expand commentTucker Teague yes, I have done that as well!
Any comedic writer will tell you there’s nothing more satisfying than a well-placed joke. Two comedy writers, Chris Lee Hill (Tragedy Girls, Five Nights at Freddy’s) and Luciano Casmiri (Christmas at Rockwell, The Indian Detective), share their secrets to writing good jokes in a script.
What are your...
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Big Congratulations to the Finalists in our Period Piece Contest!
EVETTE BETANCOURT
DAVID SCOTT MARTIN
PATRICK CONNELLY
MARCUS GOODWIN
JOSHUA REBELL
CELIA XAVIER
CHARMAINE COLINA
JENN FONTEYN
JOHN DOBLE
JAMES MORAN
Let's show our support for all the finalists and if you placed, tell us more about you...
Expand postPat Alexander Congrats to everyone involved
When the weather is really hot, I l go to write at hotel lobbies. free wifi, AC, and sometimes the staff puts out free snacks.
Dan MaxXx I love that idea! Might try it so I can listen for dialogue inspiration
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You're welcome, Sydney Summers. This is a great blog series! Looking forward to part three!
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Likewise!
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Thanks for sharing! Looks like great content.
You're welcome, Evelyn Sandoval Garza. It really is.