We often provide feedback on screenplays that are not formatted professionally. This is a big red flag for anyone reading scripts because screenplay formatting has very specific rules, and it is not just about how it reads on the page, but it has significant implications for visual storytelling. If you submit a wrongly formatted screenplay …
There are many screenwriting software options out there, designed for filmmakers at any level and with different pricing (from free to a few hundred dollars). Which is the best one? Which one should you use and why? Why you should use screenwriting software Screenplays must be formatted according to a specific industry standard. Such standard …
As it happens in many job fields, the filmmaking one is filled with jargon. If you ever find yourself on a film set, you might bump into a sweaty runner and be asked: “Have you seen the juicer?.” No, the runner doesn’t want to make himself an orange juice and he isn’t looking for an …
There are so many screenwriting books out there that it is easy to get lost. And they often repeat the same concepts so you can feel like you are reading the same book over and over again. This guide will help you choose what to read, so that you can learn as much as possible …
There is a soul-crushing truth that many new writers are not aware of: nobody in the industry reads screenplays, unless they really have to. This is not because they are lazy, but because reading scripts takes a lot of time – especially if you receive many – and most production companies and agents do receive …