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The Market and the Myths: A Data-Driven Dissection of Why Diverse Stories Sell

On October 15, 1990, during an era when the “big three” dominated network television, the sixth episode of THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR (starring an untested new actor named Will Smith) aired during NBC’s high-profile Monday block of sitcoms. The…

Joshua NobleApril 8, 2021

Screenwriting

5 Things Oscar-Nominee Emerald Fennell Can Teach You About Screenwriting

Emerald Fennell is not only an experienced multi-hyphenate filmmaker, she’s also now an Oscar-nominated one. Her critically acclaimed thriller PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN has received five Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Actress, Best Film…

Julia CamaraApril 6, 2021

Screenwriting

Schitt’s and Giggles: 3 Comedy Lessons to Learn From ‘Schitt’s Creek’

SCHITT'S CREEK swept the 2020 Emmy Awards with a record-breaking nine wins in a single season, including Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, and all four acting categories. It began as…

Shannon CorbeilApril 1, 2021

Industry Events Screenwriting

5 Empowering Lessons from “Writers In Their Prime: Navigating a Screenwriting Career At Any Age”

On March 24th, WeScreenplay, in partnership with the Meryl Streep-backed The Writers Lab, held a great panel as part of Actions for Positive Change, an ongoing virtual series where we explore specific ways to amplify diversity and inclusion in screenwriting.…

Helenna SantosMarch 26, 2021

Screenwriting

6 Lessons from Action Screenwriter Jane Goldman

What do action flicks KICK-ASS, KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE, and X-MEN: FIRST CLASS all have in common? Screenwriter Jane Goldman. Sought after for her supreme skills of adapting novels and comics to the screen, Goldman is one of Hollywood’s most…

Joanna KeMarch 24, 2021

Screenwriting

How to Give Your Characters a Distinct Voice in Screenwriting

Character is the most important element of any screenplay. All stories are about people. All of them. Yes, even your big blockbuster superhero movie full of special effects, CGI, car crashes, explosions and fight scenes are about people. You come…

Julia CamaraMarch 23, 2021

Screenwriting

How to Analyze Your Own Script

The revision process can be pretty daunting but it’s a critical component of writing. By taking the time to carefully analyze your script, you’ll not only improve your final draft immensely, but you’ll also deepen your understanding of the world…

Shannon CorbeilMarch 18, 2021

Screenwriting

Why On-Screen Representation is So Essential for the Trans and Gender Nonconforming Community

In the last four years, with attacks on transgender people rising and political sentiments reflecting opposition to transgender communities, the creative world has flexed its power to shape the national conversation, featuring a new class of stars and introducing us…

Joshua NobleMarch 16, 2021

Contests

2021 WeScreenplay Feature Contest Semifinalists

Thank you to all of the incredible writers who entered WeScreenplay Feature Contest this year! Your hard work, talent, and dedication to storytelling shines through in the entries we received. As you probably know — WeScreenplay believes that the best…

wescreenplayMarch 15, 2021

Screenwriting

Literary Agent vs. Manager: Which is Best for Your Screenwriting Career?

Every screenwriter reaches a point where they consider professional representation, but which do you go for, an agent or a manager? How do you know which one is best for you? And for that matter...what exactly does a manager and…

Joanna KeMarch 11, 2021