A popular question that filmmakers are often asked when screening a short film is “will this be made into a feature?” It’s flattering to know people enjoy the project so much that they want to see more, but it can…
Helenna SantosAugust 26, 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
On Wednesday, May 12th, WeScreenplay hosted a “Cocktails and Conversations” panel with Maria Gracia Turgeon, who currently sits on the jury for the WeScreenplay Shorts Competition. Maria is a Canadian producer and two-time Academy Award nominee, who co-founded Midi La…
Julia CamaraMay 13, 2021
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
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
Thank you to all of the incredible writers who entered WeScreenplay Shorts 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…
wescreenplaySeptember 15, 2020
If you're working on a short script for the WeScreenplay Short Screenplay Competition (which offers free feedback included for every submission, and has a jury of Oscar-nominated filmmakers), we've got some inspiration for you. Here are seven incredible short films…
wescreenplayMarch 19, 2020
