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Top 5 Dysfunctional Duos on TV Right Now

Complex and deeply flawed characters are always so much fun to watch, and those tormented types often find a counterpart that is just as wounded as they are. Seeing those duos love and hate each other while trying to survive…

Julia CamaraSeptember 23, 2021

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3 Things the ‘Sound of Metal’ Screenplay Does to Bring Us into Ruben’s World

The Oscar-winning film 2021 film SOUND OF METAL, written by Darius Marder and Abraham Marder, and also directed by Darius Marder, is a powerful and unflinching look at the journey of a drummer grappling with addiction and hearing loss. The…

Helenna SantosJuly 16, 2021

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6 Screenwriters That Got Their Start in Short Films

There’s no single way to break into the film industry, but there is one method that has worked for many filmmakers over the years — making a short film. With a band of passionate friends, you can create a tangible…

Kevin NelsonJune 17, 2021

Filmmaking Screenwriting Shorts

Dissecting The Perfect Short Film

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

Filmmaking Screenwriting

10 Pixar Shorts Every Screenwriter Needs to Watch

Who doesn’t love short films? They’re tasty little bitesize morsels of cinematic goodness that won’t take up more than a few minutes of your time. And they’re not just good for watching, they’re good for writing. For aspiring screenwriters, short…

Julia CamaraMay 5, 2021

Filmmaking Shorts

6 Great Short Films You Can Watch Online Right Now

Short films are an effective tool for learning, experimenting and honing your skills as a storyteller. They are also a little easier to manage and cheaper to produce than a feature film. If your goal is to write a great…

Julia CamaraApril 27, 2021

9 Female-Centric Movies You Can Stream Right Now for International Women’s Day

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9 Female-Centric Movies to Watch for International Women’s Day

March is Women’s History Month, and what better way to celebrate girl power than by watching some female-centric flicks? For International Women’s Day (March 8th, 2021), grab your gals, get some popcorn ready, and turn on one of these incredible…

Britton PerelmanMarch 1, 2021

Filmmaking Screenwriting Scripts

Top 5 Diverse Holiday Screenplays to Download

While holiday movies have enjoyed popularity this time of year, and films like The Happiest Season are showcasing inclusivity in the Christmas genre, movies around the holiday season still struggle with representation and diversity. With the Hallmark diversity crisis fresh…

Joshua NobleDecember 24, 2020

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How to Set Screenwriting Goals & Stay Motivated in the New Year

It’s a common cyclic rhythm to rest during the winter holidays and enter January with renewed energy and excitement. If you’ve been planning on writing a new screenplay or revising a draft you wrote last year, January is a great…

Shannon CorbeilDecember 21, 2020

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Screenwriting Career Advice from Legendary Producer, Jon Levin

Jon Levin is Fourward's head of motion picture and television development and production divisions. Before that, had a long run (30+ years) as an agent at CAA, where he represented talent such as Andy Serkis, Neil Gaiman, and Mimi Leder,…

Julia CamaraDecember 10, 2020