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The Bulletproof Screenwriting Podcast shows you how to make your screenplays bulletproof. Weekly interviews with Oscar® and Emmy® award winning screenwriters, story specialists, best-selling authors, Hollywood agents and managers, and industry insiders. We cover every aspect of the screenwriting process. This is the screenwriting podcast for the rest of us. No fluff. No BS. Just straight talk that will help you on your screenwriting journey. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning ...
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Writers on Film is the only podcast to focus on film books and to talk to the best authors working in the area of cinema. From Making Of tomes to biographies, studies to novelisations, author and film critic John Bleasdale is fascinated by where the written word intersects with the world of the big screen. Get bonus content on Patreon A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk
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From MovieMaker Magazine, a podcast featuring conversations with great moviemakers about the art and craft of making movies. Tim Molloy talks to moviemakers about screenwriting, directing, acting, and all of the other creative work that goes into moviemaking. Like MovieMaker's print magazine and moviemaker.com, we're here for everyone who wants to learn more about how movies are made. Also, check out Actual Facts, our documentary-focused podcast hosted by Eric Steuer. You can listen to it ri ...
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3 FILMS THAT HAVE IMPACTED EVERYTHING IN YOUR ADULT LIFE: A Britflicks Podcast with screenwriter Stuart Wright
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Welcome to The Screenwriting Life, a podcast where Oscar-nominated writer Meg LeFauve and Emmy-nominated writer Lorien McKenna discuss not only the craft and business of Screenwriting, but also the emotional life: the ups and downs of being a creative, to remind you that you are not alone and to keep writing.
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Tired of the same old movies, franchises, and reboots? Us too! Join Hobert Thompson & Laura Petro as they sit down with a special guest to pitch and write what should be Hollywood's next big movie. After their brainstorm, they enlist the help of actors to do a live reading of their scripts to bring each film to life. And finally, if anyone out there is listening: PLEASE make this!
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251 | Writing with Your Partner (in Life & Work): Joe Forte on Collaboration, Mentorship, and Creative Retreats
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JOIN TSL WORKSHOPS: https://tslworkshops.circle.so What’s it like to collaborate creatively with your spouse — and still want to have dinner together after? This week, we’re joined by Joe Forte, screenwriter (Firewall) and longtime writing partner (and husband!) of Meg LeFauve. We talk candidly about the unique dynamics of working with your life pa…
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BPS 422: The Unscripted Journey of Steven Bernstein From Cinematographer to Storyteller
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What if the greatest stories of our lives are the ones we never meant to write? On today’s episode, we welcome Steven Bernstein, a man whose journey through the world of cinema has been anything but predictable. A writer at heart, a cinematographer by accident, and a director by destiny, his career is a living testament to the art of surrendering t…
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How to Choose a DP w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 478
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Matt and Oren dive into the process of finding the right cinematographer or DP for your project, breaking down key factors like reputation, working methodology, artistry, specialties, reel, website, and even foreign language skills. They also explore how budget impacts these considerations. Like what shifts when you're working with $50K versus $2 m…
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Jen Butler, Emerging Screenwriter Interview Series
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Jen Butler is a comedian and storyteller who specializes in writing feature-length, multi-layered dark comedy screenplays focusing on the complex nature of humans as they navigate spiritual and emotional awakenings. When not writing screenplays, Jen tells comedic real-talk stories to her 275,000 online followers (@jenbutlersays IG, TikTok, & Thread…
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The Writer's Cut - Episode 39: Me and the Colonel (1958) 11th Writers Guild of America Awards - Best Written Comedy - Screenplay by S.N. Behrman and George Froeschel The Full List on Letterboxd Hosted and Produced by Andrea Berting and Trevor Owens, Composed by Rob Sobnosky Contact: [email protected] Next Episode: The Five Pennies Ed's Notes:…
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Jamie, Jimmy and Bob are happy with their haircuts as they breakdown the script to Michael Bay's 1996 action masterpiece The Rock.
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35:🎄Want to Sell Your Holiday Script? Start Here
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Want to break into the Christmas movie market? Writer-Director-Producer Emily Ting shares how to sell your holiday script, what producers want, and why feel-good, original ideas stand out. The Christmas movie market is hotter than ever. Hallmark, Netflix, and otherer platforms are constantly looking for fresh, heartwarming scripts. But what does it…
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Scott Stenholm, TV Producer talks about his love of cinematic television – What is cinematic television? How do I make cinematic television?
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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks with TV producer Scott Stenholm about his love of cinematic television and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" Follow Scott on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/scottstenholm/ "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" BACKDRAFT (1991) TERMS OF ENDEARMENT (1983) APOLLO 13 (19…
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Write On: 'Running Point' Showrunner David Stassen
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“It’s not ripped from the headlines. We’re not using any of [the Buss family’s] real-life stories and putting them into our show. Because Mindy [Kaling], Ike [Barinholtz], and I have so many influences like Arrested Development, 30 Rock, The Office and Succession, we’re coming up with our own fun stories and fun situations to put this dysfunctional…
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Ep 138: The Art of Feedback for Screenwriters
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Have you ever felt totally anxious sharing your script with someone — like your stomach is in knots just hitting “send,” secretly hoping they’ll just say, “It’s amazing, you’re a genius”? Or maybe you’ve gotten feedback that just made you more confused or even made you wonder if you should keep writing at all? Trust me, you’re not alone—I’ve been t…
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#148: Mark Haddon — The Writing Habit That Changed Everything: Lessons from 18 Books, Creative Doubt & Writing Without a Map
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Mark Haddon, bestselling author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, A Spot of Bother, and The Red House on his process writing 18 books, succeeding and failing and writing without a map. We discuss: Why writing begins before you start writing Creating strong beginnings How poetry can expand your creative range Writing without a ma…
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Allegra Oxborough, Table Read My Screenplay Grand Prize Winner & Director Paul Lindsay
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The most recent Table Read My Screenplay contest brought the grand prize winner to the South of France during the Cannes Film Festival. Hear from screenwriter Allegra Oxborough & director Paul Lindsay.By Scott Markus
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Adolescence Part 1: Playing at the Top Of Your Intelligence
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Learn how Adolescence grabs its audience in the first ten seconds—and what screenwriters can take from its naturalistic style, one-shot structure, and emotionally grounded approach to character.By Jacob Krueger Studio
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939. “What’s the Most Interesting Version of This?”
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From procedurals to features, writer David Loong (The Hunting Party) challenges himself to find the most creative way to tell a story.
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Patreon Preview: The Last of Us Season 2 Dissection
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In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on The Last of Us (Season 2), the BTS team discusses a crucial scene in the game and how it compares to the series. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplay 🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: …
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Andrew DeYoung is the director of the magnificent Friendship, starring Tim Robinson as a suburban dad who becomes platonically smitten with a cool new neighbor played by Paul Rudd. We talk about men's struggle to stay connected, a dark theory about one of the central relationships in the film, and something audiences have guessed at but that wasn't…
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Ep. 403 - Kit Williamson - Unconventional
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In this episode, host Monique Sorgen talks with creator, showrunner, and actor Kit Williamson about writing, directing, and starring in his comedy series Unconventional, why queer narratives and LGBTQ+ representation are vital, and more.
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"With great power comes great responsibility." For Episode 362, David, Thomas, and Brandon team up for their month-long discussion on Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN trilogy. For the first part of the series, David tells them the story of how SPIDER-MAN made it to the big screen. Listen to learn more about the long development process, how James Cameron pla…
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Today’s movie is…THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. Join us as we go quid pro quo dissecting this 1991 psychological thriller-horror masterpiece, where you do not see nor hear one single lamb. But that is incidentaaaall… Follow us on Instagram @getsmeeverytimepod or email us at [email protected] Amy Amerson, K. Ryan Parker
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Jarett Kobek invokes his Demon Brother
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Novelist and writer Jarett Kobek talks about his book on Kenneth Anger's seminal art film Invocation of My Demon Brother. The film can be seen here. The book can be ordered here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Film Stories
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New forms of video creation are coming to disrupt the entertainment industry, but will they succeed? John and Craig look at verticals and Veo 3 to see where we might be heading, and what our industry’s past innovations might tell us about about the future. We also look at Memorial Day’s banner box office, and answer listener questions on bereavemen…
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Patreon Preview: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
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In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-130269997 🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: …
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Author John Kenney joins Daniel Ford on the show to chat about his novel I See You've Called in Dead. To learn more about John Kenney, read his work with The New Yorker. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm.
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It’s wedding season at Mildly Pleased, so we took a look at one of the most wedding-fetishizing romantic comedies ever made. You won’t believe how many dresses Katherine Heigl wears! Or perhaps you will, because it’s right there in the title. Either way, the boys have fun discussing the rise and fall of Miss Heigl, […]…
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SYS Podcast Episode 535 – The Ladybug Effect With Greg Porper
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In this episode of the podcast your host Ashley Scott Meyers talks with filmmaker Greg Porper. Our guest Greg Porper is the Writer/Director of the indie Dark Comedy Don’t Tell Larry along with Co-Writer/Director John Schimke. The movie is an irreverent work place comedy in the tone of Office Space (1999). Don’t Tell Larry features […]…
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Guest Episode: Tribeca Film Festival Head Shorts Programmer Ben Thompson
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What does it take for your short film to truly stand out among thousands of global submissions? In this episode, Misha sits down with Ben Thompson, the head short film programmer at the Tribeca Film Festival, for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the rigorous process of selecting films for one of the world’s most prestigious festivals. From the uniq…
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I know what came over you: High Anxiety. You've still got it! Well, it turns out we couldn't quite get ol' Hitch out of our system, and neither could Mel Brooks. The king of satire does his signature send-up of the suspense film master, and it's starring Brooks himself! A first! This also, somehow, marks the first time we've watched a Books picture…
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Minisode 144: Let's See What You Did Last Summer! 2
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Who doesn't love a sequel? And who doesn't love a sequel that takes place at an abandoned resort? Laura and Nate are sure on board! In the extremely busy and long-titled I Still Know What You Did Last Summer it's still summer and someone still knows. And that's the tea on that! Brandy is also there!By Hobert Thompson & Laura Petro
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The Music Of Final Fantasy X w/ Final Fantasy Union
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Final Fantasy 10 has some of the best music in video games. Nobuo Uematsu was aided by Masashi Hamauzu and Junya Nakano to craft this truly special soundtrack. Much like this podcast was aided by Daryl from Final Fantasy Union! Don't forget to support us on Patreon if you enjoy the content. Thank you!**We're Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.c…
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#147: Jane Friedman — The Publishing Industry is Changing. Here’s What Writers Should Know About Pitching, Platforms & Protecting Their Work
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What does it take to craft a pitch that truly grabs attention in today’s publishing world? In this conversation, Jane Friedman—publishing industry expert and author of The Business of Being a Writer shares her journey into the publishing world and she shares her advice for writers looking to perfect their submission materials and navigate the ever-…
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Screenwriter Update! AJ Bermudez, author & co-writer of "My Dead Friend Zoe"
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A. J. BERMUDEZ is an award-winning author and filmmaker based in Los Angeles and New York. Her first book, Stories No One Hopes Are About Them, won the 2022 Iowa Short Fiction Award and was a 2023 Lambda Award Finalist. Her most recent feature film project, My Dead Friend Zoe (co-written with director Kyle-Hausmann Stokes, starring Sonequa Martin-G…
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Latest episode with Tyrone Richardson and Robert Shepard, sharing personal updates.
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Pilar hijacks the Rock Solid Podcast listeners to curate a list of perfect songs from iconic movies.
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Plotpoints Podcast Episode 310, 2025.05.30
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SCRIPTWRITING TALK AND MORE! Welcome To Plotpoints Podcast! Mark Sevi w/Author Christopher Stires Show Notes May 30, 2025 Episode #310 This is Plotpoints Podcast! www.plotpoints.com GO HERE FOR INFO ON SCRIPTWRITING CLASSES and SEMINARS SHAMELESS PROMOS: Final Draft – Articles by Mark Sevi for Final Draft and A Scriptwriting Manual for All Writers!…
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Friday Morning Coffee: Searching for Better Stories With Lizzie Wade
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On the latest Friday Morning Coffee, host Caitlin Malcuit discusses The Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania launching a $5 million solar energy initiative, billed as "the largest solar energy project in Sylvania and one of the largest for a non-profit organization in Northwest Ohio." Author and Science correspondent Lizzie Wade then joins Daniel For…
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250 | Jac Schaeffer (WandaVision, Agatha All Along): Having a “Take” When Pitching on IP — or Anything
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Join TSL Workshops: https://tslworkshops.circle.so When you’re pitching — whether it’s on studio IP or your own original idea — what sets you apart is your take. But what does that actually mean? This week, Jac Schaeffer (WandaVision, Agatha All Along) breaks it down. For Jac, a great take starts with the emotional core — “what is the deep down” th…
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Ep. 402 - Production Assistants United! Bringing PAs into Hollywood Labor
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For nearly a year, Production Assistants, commonly called PAs, across the country have been taking steps to form a union with the Burbank-based LiUNA Local 724. Today on the podcast, WGAW member Andra Whipple is joined by LiUNA Local 724 business representative Alex Aguilar and Production Assistant and organizing committee member Clio Byrne-Gudding…
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Are Your Story Beats Driving Change—or Dulling Impact?
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You’ve got a great premise, compelling characters… but something’s off. Your story feels stuck, and you can’t figure out why. Chances are, your story beats aren’t pulling their weight. 💡 In this episode: Zena Dell Lowe reveals how to turn every scene into a powerful turning point. You’ll learn how to spot weak story beats, replace them with emotion…
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BPS 421: Behind the Scenes of Sharknado Turning Sci-Fi Madness into Storytelling Gold with Andrew Shaffer
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The mind is a curious trickster, delighting in dreams where logic pirouettes in absurdity. In today's extraordinary episode, we welcome Andrew Shaffer, a humorist and New York Times bestselling author whose wit slices through the storms of reality with a twinkle in his eye and a chainsaw in hand. From the earliest pages of his life, Andrew Shaffer …
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"No one buys a ticket to hear your problems." For Episode 361, Thomas and Brandon finish off CineNation's Jukebox Musical series with BETTER MAN. Listen as they discuss how Hugh Jackman impacted the film's creation, what major event affected the film's production, how the movie was independently financed, and why director Michael Gracey made Robbie…
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Adventures from Set w/ Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 477
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Matt and Oren break down their approach to directing on set—from working with celebrity talent like Neil Patrick Harris to navigating the challenges of directing kids. It's a glimpse into their lives as directors. They also explore how user-generated content and influencers are changing the types of projects advertisers want to create and opening n…
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Cannes Wrap Report with Christina Birro
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Christna Juerling Birro is a broadcaster and podcaster and friend of many years. Her podcast Pop Culture Confidential is a must. Listen here. She joins me to talk all things Cannes. The final awards, the experiences on the Croisette and her own career as a journalist and film critic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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688 - Writing Jokes with Mike Birbiglia
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John and Craig welcome back writer, director, and comedian Mike Birbiglia (Don’t Think Twice, Sleepwalk with Me) to take a look at several true news stories and ask, how would this be a joke? Stories include run-club haters, a conflicted bone marrow donor, and the coyotes roaming San Francisco. We also look at how Mike developed his new Netflix spe…
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The Writer's Cut - Episode 38: The Defiant Ones (1958) 11th Writers Guild of America Awards - Best Written Drama - Screenplay by Harold Jacob Smith and Nedrick Young The Full List on Letterboxd Hosted and Produced by Andrea Berting and Trevor Owens, Composed by Rob Sobnosky Contact: [email protected] Next Episode: Me and the Colonel Ed's Note…
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