We all know the feeling — you’ve sent your screenplay to get someone’s thoughts on it and the day has finally come. The reply email has landed in your inbox! This is it, the notes you’ve been eagerly waiting for, the…
Joanna KeJuly 21, 2022
Want to ensure your script is diverse? Here are some methods and tests you can use. You’ve finally done it. You finished the first draft of your script with a diverse cast that you’re super excited about. Huzzah! That’s…
Joanna KeJanuary 27, 2022
Coming up with script ideas can be a huge challenge, but hopefully these tips will get those creative juices flowing. Being stuck as a screenwriter is one of the most frustrating parts of the creative process. Whether it be writer’s…
Joanna KeJanuary 6, 2022
November is Native American Heritage Month in America, a.k.a. Indigenous Heritage Month. It’s inspiring to see Indigenous filmmakers using their unique perspectives, ingenuity, and experiences to bring fresh and distinct stories to the screen. While you’ve probably heard of Chris…
Joanna KeNovember 18, 2021
Crafting well-rounded and complex characters is what we all strive for as screenwriters. When it comes to female characters, it’s fantastic that there are more and more dynamic women being written that break the mold of the stereotypes and one-dimensional…
Joanna KeNovember 4, 2021
When an indie film from a relatively unknown writer/director makes waves in the industry, take notice! The script is most likely a goldmine for screenwriters to witness how a writer crafted a solid foundation for the film to be built…
Joanna KeOctober 14, 2021
It’s no secret that diversity on screen offers fresh stories that today’s audience wants to see. UCLA’s 2021 Hollywood Diversity Report found that, even during a pandemic with altered release schedules, films with a diverse cast saw higher online viewing ratings. While…
Joanna KeSeptember 30, 2021
As a writer, crafting a fantasy world and dreaming up the creatures and characters within it is a creative adventure. There are no limits, other than the ones you create! Fantasy is on the rise since GAME OF THRONES helped…
Joanna KeJuly 22, 2021
Short films are calling cards for screenwriters and filmmakers. They showcase your work and can help you find your strengths as a writer and director. However, writing the most effective short is not an easy task. Short films have their…
Joanna KeJune 8, 2021
