Screenwriting Tag Results for "plot"

A Simple Technique To Avoid Endless Rewriting

Marilyn offers some great advice on how to properly plan your script by outlining your story.

A Simple Way To Develop Rich Characters

Marilyn offers advice on how to improve your script by putting yourself in the shoes of one of your story's key characters.

Achieve Success As A Screenwriter

Freelance writer Brian Konradt gives some great pointers on how to be a successful screenwriter.

Adaptation 101 - From Novel to Screenplay

How to successfully adapt a novel into a movie script.

Adaptation: Hypocritical Oath?

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this scene from Charlie Kaufman's Adaptation.

An Original Backstory Can Be the Key to a Strong Plot

Marilyn explains how creating a strong backstory can help the writing of your protagonist and screenplay.

Back To The Future: Opening Sequence

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this great "Movie Moment" from the opening sequence of Back To The Future.

Blade Runner: I Want More Life

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this powerful "Movie Moment" from Ridley Scott's classic Blade Runner.

Casablanca: I Stick My Head Out For Nobody

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this pivotal scene from the classic Casablanca.

Change Your Structure, Improve Your Script

How to improve your screenplay by changing its structure.

Cinematic Storytelling and Directing the Director

Screenwriting teacher Jennifer van Sijll discusses how to write cinematically and whether to include direction in your screenplay.

Common Mistakes To Avoid When Writing Your Screenplay

Freelance writer and script reader Nicole Url offers some practical advice on how to avoid making common mistakes in your screenplay.

Creating Movie Characters That Jump Off The Page

Screenwriter and author Robert Gregory Browne gives some insightful advice on effective character development.

Creative Writing: An Accident Waiting To Happen

Produced screenwriter Dan Bronzite explains how listening to your inner voice and going with the flow can help you write a better scree…

Die Hard: Welcome To The Party, Pal!

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this great "movie moment" from Die Hard.

Down By Law: We All Scream For Ice Cream

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this humorous scene from Jim Jarmusch's Down By Law.

Each Of Your Main Characters Should Have A Secret

How creating a secret for your principle characters can improve your script.

Exploring Unusual Character Relationships To Improve Your Script

Marilyn offers advice on how to improve your story and characterization.

Finding the Hero’s Journey in Crowd Favorite Films

Creative Content Specialist Sara McGuire examines the Hero and Heroine's Journey in popular movies.

Five Reasons Why Writing Plays Can Make You a Better Screenwriter

Playwright Jonathan Dorf reveals how writing stage plays can help improve your screenwriting.

High Concept Screenwriting Defined: How To Write High Concept Movies

Screenwriter Steve Kaire gives the low-down on writing high-concept movies.

Hit Me With Your Best Subplot!

The Unknown Screenwriter discusses multiple plot lines and how to use them in your screenplay.

How Can Valentine’s Day Help Your Plot?

Marilyn explores how understanding your characters' attitutude to love and romance can help your screenplay.

How Does Your Character Feel About Snow?

Marilyn offers great advice on how to use an impending severe weather event to better understand your characters.

How Remembering A Tragic Historical Event Can Improve Your Plot

Marilyn explains how using historical events as a backdrop can define a character and enhance your story.

How To Connect Better with Your Main Character

Marilyn offers some great advice on how to better identify with your protagonist.

How To Create Living, Breathing Characters and a Basic Plot in 30 Minutes

Marilyn suggests a technique for writers to draw upon their own friends and families experiences to help create more three-dimensional …

How To Create Memorable Characters & Develop A New Story In Three Easy Steps

Marilyn offers advice on how to improve your story and characterization.

How To Cross The Act II Threshold

Advice on how to successfully move your story into the second act.

How To Develop Your Story Fast: Tips from my recent Writer’s Retreat in Italy

Marilyn offers great advice on how to use the weather to add drama to your script.

How To Eat Dessert First

How asking key questions about the end of your story can help your writing process from the start.

How To Get Your Script A Date With Fame

Script consultant tips comparing the dating game to the world of screenwriting.

How To Heighten The Tension in Your Plot By Creating The Irresolvable Problem

Marilyn discusses creating an insurmountable obstacle for your protagonist.

How To Improve Your Plot By Asking Three Questions About Your Main Character

How getting to know your protagonist better will help your script.

How To Improve Your Plot By Doing Research

Marilyn offers some practical advice on how to improve your script through research.

How To Improve Your Story By Understanding Your Main Character’s Spiritual Beliefs

Marilyn offers some practical advice for improving your story by exploring your protagonist's spiritual beliefs.

How To Make Your Climactic Sequence "Pop"

Marilyn offers great advice on how to create an effective climactic sequence.

How To Structure Your Story Fast

Marilyn suggests you interview your principle characters to help you plan and structure your screen story.

How To Take Stock Of Your Year And Have Fun Doing It

Marilyn offers some advice on reviewing your year as the holidays approach.

How To Tweak Your Plot In One Easy Thought

Create an original plot twist by asking what would drive your protagonist to commit murder.

How To Use A Specific Cultural Heritage To Improve Your Plot

How using culture in your story can imporove your script.

How To Use An Illness To Improve Your Screenplay Plot

Marilyn offers great advice on how to use illness to enhance your story and your character arcs.

How To Use Real People To Create Movie Plot And Characters

Marilyn offers some great advice about using real people to help your screenwriting.

How To Use The Formative Event Technique To Raise The Stakes In Your Story

Marilyn discusses the formative event of your protagonist's story.

How To Use Your Main Character's Belief System To Improve Your Plot

How understanding your protagonist can build a stronger script.

How to Utilize Story Development Services

Script consultant Mere LaTour explains how story development services can improve your screenplay and writing.

How To Write A New Script Better

Marilyn offers great advice on how to improve your screenplay.

How To Write Great Dialogue

Author Nina Munteanu offers some practical advice on writing better dialogue from the perspective of a novel writer.

Interview With Screenwriting Guru Syd Field: Part 2

Karel Segers, David Trendall and Niels Abercrombie, in association with Screen Australia interview legendary screenwriting guru Syd Fie…

Lethal Weapon: Meet Martin Riggs

Script Consultant Karel Segers disects this memorable "Movie Moment" from Lethal Weapon.

Movie Storytelling & Free-Form Screenwriting

The pros and cons of free-form cinematic storytelling and adhering to the rules when writing your screenplay.

Screenplay Coverage & Questions For A Script Consultant

Script consultant Sandy Eiges answers some common questions about script doctors and story analysts and the services they provide.

Screenplay Story & Theme: Making Movies About One Thing

Award-winning writer Stanley Williams explains how your story's moral premise can strengthen your screenplay.

Screenplay Unity: What It Is & Why You Need It

Screenwriter & Screenplay Analyst Jeff Swanson discusses the need to understand the central designing principle of your script.

Screenplay Writing: Taking the Mystery Out of Writing Mysteries

Hollywood screenwriter, psychotherapist and author Dennis Palumbo unlocks the secrets to writing effective mystery stories.

Scriptwriting For Beginners: Learning The Basics Of Screenwriting

Produced screenwriter Danek S. Kaus shares some insightful tips that every new scriptwriter should consider when working on their first…

Scriptwriting: How To Write Killer Dialogue

Former Hollywood Lit Manager Michael Ferris offers some great advice on how to make your script POP.

Secrets of the 3-Minute Pitch

Story consultant, author and lecturer Michael Hauge offers some great advice on how to sell your screenplay.

Story & Plot Devices In Your Screenplay

Writer and script consultant Ray Morton looks into the trends of using writing devices in your movie script.

Subtext: The Art of Backstory

Author K.M. Weiland discusses how to effectively use subtext when creating and communicating backstory.

Television Script Format

Script analyst Diane House sheds some light on the structure and formatting of teleplays.

The 4 Rules of Comedy Writing For Screenwriters

How to write a funny screenplay by following the simple rules of comedy.

The Art Of Plotting Your Story & Screenplay Structure

Screenwriter, teacher and author Linda Cowgill discusses the elements of effective story design.

The Benefits Of Outlining

Author K.M. Weiland discusses the benefits of planning your story.

The Big 7 Differences Between Writing Novels & Screenplays

Former Hollywood Lit Manager Michael Ferris explains the key differences between writing novels and screenplays.

The Business of Screenwriting: Surviving A Script Notes Meeting

Screenwriter and teacher Scott Myers gives practical advice on how to survive script meetings.

The Five Key Turning Points Of All Successful Movie Scripts

Michael Hauge discusses the six key stages and turning points of movie structure.

The Five S's of Screenwriting: Principles Of Storytelling

Emmy award-winning writer and producer Kate Wright examines the simple truths of storytelling through five basic principles.

The Idea: The Seven Elements of a Viable Story for Screen, Stage, or Fiction

Screenwriter and script consultant Erik Bork discusses how to make your screen story a viable product for entertainment industry profes…

The Three Most Common Rewriting Challenges and How To Fix Them

Practical advice on how to attack a rewrite.

The Wire: Officer Down

Script Consultant Karel Segers highlights this tense sequence from hit show The Wire.

Three Great Ways To Find Your Main Character's Flaw

British screenwriter and script editor Dave Herman explains how your protagonist's story arc and character flaw should be intrinsically…

Tips For Creating Effective Dialogue

Screenwriting advice to help you write better character dialogue for your stories and screenplays.

Transformational Character Arcs: Part 6 - Building Your Character

The Unknown Screenwriter focuses on building your character bio and arc.

Turning A Novel Into A Screenplay

Screenwriter John Folsom offers practical advice on screenplay adaptation.

Use Storytelling to Create Depth and Subtext in Your Screenplay

Marilyn offers some great advice on how to develop characters and create depth and subtext in your screenplay.

Use the Cultural Context of Your Screenplay To Improve Your Plot

Marilyn's advice to let the world around you influence your screen story.

Using Halloween to Round Out Your Character

Marilyn offers some great advice on how to learn more about your characters using the costumes you may choose to wear for Halloween.

Using Juxtaposition In Your Screenplay To Make A Better Story & Script

How contrasting elements of your story and using juxtapostion in your screenplay can help your script.

Writers Rehab: Hope For Writer's Block

Author, teacher and script consultant D.B. Gilles discusses the 12 Steps Of Conquering Writer's Block from his new book Writers Rehab.

Writing The Third Act: Resolving Your Plot With The Climax

Dana Dorrity, assistant Professor of Communications and Media Arts at Dutchess Community College, gives some great advice on how to cre…

Writing With Passion – Without It, Forget It

Screenwriter, author and script coach Christopher Keane makes you think twice about writing anything if your heart isn't in it.

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